Gospel-conversation: wherein is shewed, I. How the conversation of believers must be above what could be by the light of nature. II. Beyond those that lived under the law. III. And suitable to what truths the Gospel holds forth. By Jeremiah Burroughs, preacher of the Gospel to Stepney and Criplegate, London. Being the third book published by Thomas Goodwyn, William Greenhil, Sydrach Simpson, Philip Nye, William Bridge, John Yates, William Adderly.

Burroughs, Jeremiah, 1599-1646
Goodwin, Thomas, 1600-1680
Publisher: printed by Peter Cole at the sign of the Printing Press in Cornhil near the Royal Exchange
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1650
Approximate Era: Interregnum
TCP ID: A30579 ESTC ID: R213106 STC ID: B6076A
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Philippians I, 27; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 PHILIPPIANS, 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becometh the Gospel of Christ. PHILIPPIANS, 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as Becometh the Gospel of christ. njp2, crd crd j vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 0 Page 1
1 THE Apostle (in the 23. verse of this Chapter) we find to be in a straight what to do, THE Apostle (in the 23. verse of this Chapter) we find to be in a straight what to do, dt n1 (p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f d n1) pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 r-crq pc-acp vdi, (6) sermon (DIV2) 1 Page 1
2 whether to be willing to live, or to die; whither to be willing to live, or to die; cs pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi; (6) sermon (DIV2) 1 Page 1
3 for his own inclination or desire it was rather to die, because then he should be with Christ, which was best of all: for his own inclination or desire it was rather to die, Because then he should be with christ, which was best of all: p-acp po31 d n1 cc vvb pn31 vbds av-c pc-acp vvi, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vbi p-acp np1, r-crq vbds js pp-f d: (6) sermon (DIV2) 1 Page 1
4 A notable Scripture to prove the Immortallity of the soul. A notable Scripture to prove the Immortality of the soul. dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 1 Page 1
5 For if so be the soul did die with the body, it could not have bin better for Paul to have been dead than to live, it were better that Paul had lived even to the day of Judgment than to have died, For if so be the soul did die with the body, it could not have been better for Paul to have been dead than to live, it were better that Paul had lived even to the day of Judgement than to have died, p-acp cs av vbi dt n1 vdd vvi p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmd xx vhi vbn jc p-acp np1 pc-acp vhi vbn j cs pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbdr jc cst np1 vhd vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cs pc-acp vhi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 1 Page 2
6 and so to be nothing and turned into dust; and so to be nothing and turned into dust; cc av pc-acp vbi pix cc vvn p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 1 Page 2
7 but he saith, that when he died, he should be with Christ, which was better for him; but he Says, that when he died, he should be with christ, which was better for him; cc-acp pns31 vvz, cst c-crq pns31 vvd, pns31 vmd vbi p-acp np1, r-crq vbds jc p-acp pno31; (6) sermon (DIV2) 1 Page 2
8 but that which swayed him on the other side, why he should be willing to live, it was this, That he might be useful to the Churches, Nevertheless, it is better for you that I should abide in the flesh. but that which swayed him on the other side, why he should be willing to live, it was this, That he might be useful to the Churches, Nevertheless, it is better for you that I should abide in the Flesh. cc-acp cst r-crq vvd pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-crq pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbds d, cst pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n2, av, pn31 vbz jc p-acp pn22 cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 1 Page 2
9 Service to the Churches is the great cause that makes one who hath made his peace with God, to be willing to live, it is not that he may live in ease, Service to the Churches is the great cause that makes one who hath made his peace with God, to be willing to live, it is not that he may live in ease, n1 p-acp dt n2 vbz dt j n1 cst vvz pi r-crq vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbz xx cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 2 Page 2
10 and enjoy pleasures to the flesh, but that he may live and do service for God, that makes him willing to live. and enjoy pleasures to the Flesh, but that he may live and do service for God, that makes him willing to live. cc vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi cc vdb n1 p-acp np1, cst vvz pno31 j pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 2 Page 2
11 And then he tels them, he is confident he shal continue with them a while for the furtherance of their faith, And then he tells them, he is confident he shall continue with them a while for the furtherance of their faith, cc av pns31 vvz pno32, pns31 vbz j pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 2 Page 2
12 and that by his coming to them their rejoycing should be more abundant; and that by his coming to them their rejoicing should be more abundant; cc cst p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp pno32 po32 vvg vmd vbi av-dc j; (6) sermon (DIV2) 2 Page 2
13 but in the mean time, whether I do come, or come not, Only let your Conversation be as becometh the Gospel of Christ. but in the mean time, whither I do come, or come not, Only let your Conversation be as Becometh the Gospel of christ. cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, cs pns11 vdb vvi, cc vvb xx, av-j vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 2 Page 2
14 As if he should say, I shall the more willingly live, my life wil be the more comfortable to me; As if he should say, I shall the more willingly live, my life will be the more comfortable to me; c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, pns11 vmb dt av-dc av-j vvi, po11 n1 vmb vbi dt av-dc j p-acp pno11; (6) sermon (DIV2) 2 Page 2
15 it will somthing recompence my absence from Heaven, my staying from the joyes of it; if your Conversation be as becometh the Gospel of Jesus Christ: it will something recompense my absence from Heaven, my staying from the Joys of it; if your Conversation be as Becometh the Gospel of jesus christ: pn31 vmb pi vvi po11 n1 p-acp n1, po11 n-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31; cs po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 2 Page 2
16 If I may hear from you being absent, or when I come to you, I may see that your Conversation be as becommeth the Gospel of Jesus Christ. If I may hear from you being absent, or when I come to you, I may see that your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of jesus christ. cs pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 vbg j, cc c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns11 vmb vvi cst po22 n1 vbb p-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 2 Page 2
17 This is the dependancy of the words. For the opening of the words. Only ] Only let your Conversation. This is the dependency of the words. For the opening of the words. Only ] Only let your Conversation. d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2. av-j ] av-j vvb po22 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 2 Page 2
18 That is as if he should say, be not solicitous about me and my sufferings, That is as if he should say, be not solicitous about me and my sufferings, cst vbz c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, vbb xx j p-acp pno11 cc po11 n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 4 Page 2
19 and what shall become of me, and whether I shall come to you or not, be not so careful about that; and what shall become of me, and whither I shall come to you or not, be not so careful about that; cc q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno11, cc cs pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 cc xx, vbb xx av j p-acp d; (6) sermon (DIV2) 4 Page 2
20 only let your care be taken up about this great business, That your Conversation be as becometh the Gospel of Christ: only let your care be taken up about this great business, That your Conversation be as Becometh the Gospel of christ: av-j vvb po22 n1 vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d j n1, cst po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 4 Page 2
21 for saies he, this should be the main thing that I should aim at if I should come to you; for Says he, this should be the main thing that I should aim At if I should come to you; p-acp vvz pns31, d vmd vbi dt j n1 cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pn22; (6) sermon (DIV2) 4 Page 2
22 this is that I should put you upon and give you directions about, That your Conversation be as becometh the Gospel of Jesus Christ: this is that I should put you upon and give you directions about, That your Conversation be as Becometh the Gospel of jesus christ: d vbz cst pns11 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp cc vvb pn22 n2 a-acp, cst po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 4 Page 2
23 And if I be absent there is not any thing I desire more to hear of than this, That you that have received the Gospel of Christ from my hands (as it were) through my Ministry, that your Conversations be as becometh the Gospel of Jesus Christ ▪ Brethren, And if I be absent there is not any thing I desire more to hear of than this, That you that have received the Gospel of christ from my hands (as it were) through my Ministry, that your Conversations be as Becometh the Gospel of jesus christ ▪ Brothers, cc cs pns11 vbb j pc-acp vbz xx d n1 pns11 vvb av-dc pc-acp vvi pp-f cs d, cst pn22 cst vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po11 n2 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp po11 n1, cst po22 n2 vbb c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 ▪ n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 4 Page 2
24 if we had Paul here present with us, or preaching among us; if we had Paul Here present with us, or preaching among us; cs pns12 vhd np1 av j p-acp pno12, cc vvg p-acp pno12; (6) sermon (DIV2) 4 Page 2
25 or if he were alive and could write an Epistle to this Congregation, or any other Congregation, the main drift of his preaching or writing would be, to those that had heretofore received the Gospel, That they would make it their great care that their Conversations be as becomes the Gospel of Christ. or if he were alive and could write an Epistle to this Congregation, or any other Congregation, the main drift of his preaching or writing would be, to those that had heretofore received the Gospel, That they would make it their great care that their Conversations be as becomes the Gospel of christ. cc cs pns31 vbdr j cc vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc d j-jn n1, dt j n1 pp-f po31 vvg cc n-vvg vmd vbi, p-acp d cst vhd av vvn dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi pn31 po32 j n1 cst po32 n2 vbb c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 4 Page 3
26 Only let your Conversation ] The word here, is a word taken from the ordering of a City, Only let your Conversation ] The word Here, is a word taken from the ordering of a city, av-j vvb po22 n1 ] dt n1 av, vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 5 Page 3
27 or a Common-wealth, wherein every one acts in their own sphere, and is serviceable each unto other, to the publick good; or a Commonwealth, wherein every one acts in their own sphere, and is serviceable each unto other, to the public good; cc dt n1, c-crq d crd n2 p-acp po32 d n1, cc vbz j d p-acp n-jn, p-acp dt j j; (6) sermon (DIV2) 5 Page 3
28 so saith he, the Church of God, it is as a City, as a Common-wealth wherein every Christian is to act in his own sphere, so Says he, the Church of God, it is as a city, as a Commonwealth wherein every Christian is to act in his own sphere, av vvz pns31, dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 c-crq d np1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 5 Page 3
29 and every one laboring for the good each of other in a comely order, that so there may not only be peace in the Churches, and every one labouring for the good each of other in a comely order, that so there may not only be peace in the Churches, cc d pi vvg p-acp dt j d pp-f j-jn p-acp dt j n1, cst av pc-acp vmb xx av-j vbi n1 p-acp dt n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 5 Page 3
30 but edification of all, and the Gospel may thrive and prosper, that's the meaning of this word translated here, Let your Conversation; As if he should say, Do not think it enough that you have some enlightenings, that you have some stirrings, some affections are moved by the Ministry of the Gospel, rest not there, but look to your Conversation. but edification of all, and the Gospel may thrive and prosper, that's the meaning of this word translated Here, Let your Conversation; As if he should say, Do not think it enough that you have Some enlightenings, that you have Some stirrings, Some affections Are moved by the Ministry of the Gospel, rest not there, but look to your Conversation. cc-acp n1 pp-f d, cc dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi, d|vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvn av, vvb po22 n1; c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, vdb xx vvi pn31 d cst pn22 vhb d n2, cst pn22 vhb d n2, d n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb xx a-acp, cc-acp vvb p-acp po22 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 5 Page 3
31 It is not enough for Christians to have knowledg, and to be able to speak of the Gospel, It is not enough for Christians to have knowledge, and to be able to speak of the Gospel, pn31 vbz xx av-d p-acp np1 pc-acp vhi n1, cc pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 6 Page 3
32 and have some stirrings of affection, but they must look to their Conversations, Let your Conversation be, and have Some stirrings of affection, but they must look to their Conversations, Let your Conversation be, cc vhb d n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2, vvb po22 n1 vbi, (6) sermon (DIV2) 6 Page 3
33 As it becometh the Gospel of Christ ] For the opening of these words there are these two things considerable: As it Becometh the Gospel of christ ] For the opening of these words there Are these two things considerable: p-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 ] p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2 pc-acp vbr d crd n2 j: (6) sermon (DIV2) 7 Page 3
34 First, What is this Gospel of Christ that here is spoken of? First, What is this Gospel of christ that Here is spoken of? ord, q-crq vbz d n1 pp-f np1 cst av vbz vvn pp-f? (6) sermon (DIV2) 8 Page 3
35 And secondly, What is it so to live as becometh the Gospel of Christ? Let your Conversation be as becometh the Gospel of Christ. And secondly, What is it so to live as Becometh the Gospel of christ? Let your Conversation be as Becometh the Gospel of christ. cc ord, q-crq vbz pn31 av pc-acp vvi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1? vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 9 Page 3
36 The Gospel of Christ in general is this: The Gospel of christ in general is this: dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vbz d: (6) sermon (DIV2) 10 Page 3
37 It is the good Tydings that God hath revealed concerning Christ, This hath come unto your ears, the good Tydings concerning Christ, It is the good Tidings that God hath revealed Concerning christ, This hath come unto your ears, the good Tidings Concerning christ, pn31 vbz dt j n2 cst np1 vhz vvn vvg np1, d vhz vvn p-acp po22 n2, dt j n2 vvg np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 10 Page 3
38 for so the word [ Gospel ] the Greek word signifies nothing else but the good Tydings; for so the word [ Gospel ] the Greek word signifies nothing Else but the good Tidings; c-acp av dt n1 [ n1 ] dt jp n1 vvz pix av cc-acp dt j n2; (6) sermon (DIV2) 10 Page 3
39 the good Tydings that comes from Heaven unto you concerning Jesus Christ, that's the Gospel of Christ. the good Tidings that comes from Heaven unto you Concerning jesus christ, that's the Gospel of christ. dt j n2 cst vvz p-acp n1 p-acp pn22 vvg uh-np np1, d|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 10 Page 3
40 More largely it is this, As all Mankind were lost in Adam, & become the children of wrath, put under the sentence of death, God though he left his fallen Angels, More largely it is this, As all Mankind were lost in Adam, & become the children of wrath, put under the sentence of death, God though he left his fallen Angels, av-dc av-j pn31 vbz d, c-acp d n1 vbdr vvn p-acp np1, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 cs pns31 vvd po31 j-vvn n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 3
41 and hath reserved them in the chains of eternal darkness, yet he hath thought upon the children of men, he hath provided a way of atonement to reconcile them to himself again. and hath reserved them in the chains of Eternal darkness, yet he hath Thought upon the children of men, he hath provided a Way of atonement to reconcile them to himself again. cc vhz vvn pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, av pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp px31 av. (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 4
42 Namely, the second Person in Trinity takes mans nature upon him, and becomes the Head of a second Covenant, standing charged with mans sin, Namely, the second Person in Trinity Takes men nature upon him, and becomes the Head of a second Covenant, standing charged with men since, av, dt ord n1 p-acp np1 vvz ng1 n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, vvg vvn p-acp ng1 n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 4
43 and to answer for it in a way of suffering what the Law and Divine Justice required, and to answer for it in a Way of suffering what the Law and Divine justice required, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg r-crq dt n1 cc j-jn n1 vvd, (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 4
44 and for making satisfaction, and keeping the Law perfectly, which satisfaction and righteousness he tenders up unto the Father as a sweet savor of Rest for the souls of those that are given to him; and for making satisfaction, and keeping the Law perfectly, which satisfaction and righteousness he tenders up unto the Father as a sweet savour of Rest for the Souls of those that Are given to him; cc p-acp vvg n1, cc vvg dt n1 av-j, r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno31; (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 4
45 and now, this mediation of Christ is by the appointment of the Father preached to the children of men, of what Nation or rank soever, freely offering this unto sinners for atonement for them, requiring them to beleeve in him, and now, this mediation of christ is by the appointment of the Father preached to the children of men, of what nation or rank soever, freely offering this unto Sinners for atonement for them, requiring them to believe in him, cc av, d n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pp-f r-crq n1 cc n1 av, av-j vvg d p-acp n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 4
46 and upon beleeving, promising not only a discharge of all their former sins, but that they shall never enter into condemnation, that none of their sins or unworthiness shall ever hinder the peace of God with them, and upon believing, promising not only a discharge of all their former Sins, but that they shall never enter into condemnation, that none of their Sins or unworthiness shall ever hinder the peace of God with them, cc p-acp vvg, vvg xx av-j dt n1 pp-f d po32 j n2, cc-acp cst pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp n1, cst pix pp-f po32 n2 cc n1 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 4
47 but that they shall through him be received into the number of Sons, that they shall have the Image of God again to be renewed in them, but that they shall through him be received into the number of Sons, that they shall have the Image of God again to be renewed in them, cc-acp cst pns32 vmb p-acp pno31 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cst pns32 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f np1 av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 4
48 & that they shall be kept by the Power of God through faith and salvation, that these souls and bodies shall be raised to the height of glory that such creatures are capable of, that they shall live for ever enjoying the presence of God, & that they shall be kept by the Power of God through faith and salvation, that these Souls and bodies shall be raised to the height of glory that such creatures Are capable of, that they shall live for ever enjoying the presence of God, cc cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cst d n2 cc n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst d n2 vbr j pp-f, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp av vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 4
49 and Christ, in the fulness of al good; this is the Gospel of Christ; this is the sum of the Gospel that is preached unto sinners: and christ, in the fullness of all good; this is the Gospel of christ; this is the sum of the Gospel that is preached unto Sinners: cc np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j; d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp n2: (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 4
50 when you hear speaking of the Gospel your thoughts may be about this, this glad Tydings that is come into the world for salvation of sinful creatures through Jesus Christ, when you hear speaking of the Gospel your thoughts may be about this, this glad Tidings that is come into the world for salvation of sinful creatures through jesus christ, c-crq pn22 vvb vvg pp-f dt n1 po22 n2 vmb vbi p-acp d, d j n2 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp np1 np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 4
51 and all the good things that Jesus Christ by his blood hath purchased for sinners. and all the good things that jesus christ by his blood hath purchased for Sinners. cc d dt j n2 cst np1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 vhz vvn p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 4
52 When Ministers are cald the Ministers of the Gospel, the meaning is, they are appointed by God Ministers to declare and to preach this glad Tydings to the world: When Ministers Are called the Ministers of the Gospel, the meaning is, they Are appointed by God Ministers to declare and to preach this glad Tidings to the world: c-crq n2 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vbz, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1 n2 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi d j n2 p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 4
53 Oh it is glad Tydings indeed to the world; O it is glad Tidings indeed to the world; uh pn31 vbz j n2 av p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 4
54 could there be such glad tidings preached at Hell gates, that there were any such way of reconciliation of them to God, we could not but conceive there would be joy there, they would account it acceptable news indeed. could there be such glad tidings preached At Hell gates, that there were any such Way of reconciliation of them to God, we could not but conceive there would be joy there, they would account it acceptable news indeed. vmd pc-acp vbi d j n2 vvn p-acp n1 n2, cst a-acp vbdr d d n1 pp-f n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp np1, pns12 vmd xx cc-acp vvi a-acp vmd vbi vvi a-acp, pns32 vmd vvi pn31 j n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV2) 11 Page 4
55 Now then, Those that do beleeve this Gospel, or do profess it, that they have entertain'd this Gospel, this glad Tydings, they must be careful to walk in their Conversation so as it becomes this Gospel, Now then, Those that do believe this Gospel, or do profess it, that they have entertained this Gospel, this glad Tidings, they must be careful to walk in their Conversation so as it becomes this Gospel, av av, d cst vdb vvi d n1, cc vdb vvi pn31, cst pns32 vhb vvn d n1, d j n2, pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 av c-acp pn31 vvz d n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 12 Page 4
56 as becomes such glorious glad Tydings as are sent unto them from Heaven. as becomes such glorious glad Tidings as Are sent unto them from Heaven. c-acp vvz d j j n2 c-acp vbr vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 12 Page 4
57 As becomes ] The word signifies, Worthy of the Gospel, that that is translated in your books become, it signifies, worthy of the Gospel. But this cannot be meant as if so be that our Conversation should be such as deserves al the good that there is in the Gospel, No, As becomes ] The word signifies, Worthy of the Gospel, that that is translated in your books become, it signifies, worthy of the Gospel. But this cannot be meant as if so be that our Conversation should be such as deserves all the good that there is in the Gospel, No, c-acp vvz ] dt n1 vvz, j-jn pp-f dt n1, cst d vbz vvn p-acp po22 n2 vvi, pn31 vvz, j pp-f dt n1. p-acp d vmbx vbi vvn c-acp cs av vbb d po12 n1 vmd vbi d c-acp vvz d dt j cst pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1, uh-dx, (6) sermon (DIV2) 13 Page 5
58 but Worthy, that is, as much as Beseeming the Gospel, as meet for the Gospel, or as it is translated in your books, Becoming the Gospel; as he that eats and drinks unworthily, eats and drinks his own damnation; but Worthy, that is, as much as Beseeming the Gospel, as meet for the Gospel, or as it is translated in your books, Becoming the Gospel; as he that eats and drinks unworthily, eats and drinks his own damnation; cc-acp j-jn, cst vbz, c-acp d c-acp vvg dt n1, c-acp vvb p-acp dt n1, cc c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po22 n2, vvg dt n1; c-acp pns31 cst vvz cc vvz av-j, vvz cc vvz po31 d n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 13 Page 5
59 Can one eat and drink so as to be worthy of the Body and Blood of Christ? No, Can one eat and drink so as to be worthy of the Body and Blood of christ? No, vmb crd vvb cc vvi av c-acp pc-acp vbi j pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1? uh-dx, (6) sermon (DIV2) 13 Page 5
60 but he that eats and drinks so, carries himself so in that Ordinance of the Sacrament as is unbeseeming the Body and Blood of Christ that he comes to receive; but he that eats and drinks so, carries himself so in that Ordinance of the Sacrament as is unbeseeming the Body and Blood of christ that he comes to receive; cc-acp pns31 cst vvz cc vvz av, vvz px31 av p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp vbz vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi; (6) sermon (DIV2) 13 Page 5
61 and on the other side, those that do eat and drink so, as to sanctifie Gods Name in that Ordinance (as you have heard) they do it worthily, and on the other side, those that do eat and drink so, as to sanctify God's Name in that Ordinance (as you have herd) they do it worthily, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, d cst vdb vvi cc vvi av, c-acp pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp d n1 (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) pns32 vdb pn31 av-j, (6) sermon (DIV2) 13 Page 5
62 for so the same word is here, Worthy of the Gospel of Christ. for so the same word is Here, Worthy of the Gospel of christ. c-acp av dt d n1 vbz av, j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 13 Page 5
63 And so bring forth fruit worthy of repentance, saith John to those that came to him, that is meet, sit for repentance, such fruit as may manifest your repentance, And so bring forth fruit worthy of Repentance, Says John to those that Come to him, that is meet, fit for Repentance, such fruit as may manifest your Repentance, cc av vvb av n1 j pp-f n1, vvz np1 p-acp d cst vvd p-acp pno31, cst vbz j, vvb p-acp n1, d n1 c-acp vmb vvi po22 n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 13 Page 5
64 as is sutable unto such men or women that do profess their repentance for their sins. as is suitable unto such men or women that do profess their Repentance for their Sins. c-acp vbz j p-acp d n2 cc n2 cst vdb vvi po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 13 Page 5
65 Further, I find that the word that is here translated Becoming, in another place is translated Convenient and meet, and can be understood in no other sense; Further, I find that the word that is Here translated Becoming, in Another place is translated Convenient and meet, and can be understood in no other sense; av-jc, pns11 vvb cst dt n1 cst vbz av vvn vvg, p-acp j-jn n1 vbz vvn j cc j, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp dx j-jn n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 13 Page 5
66 as in 1 Cor. 16. 4. If it be meet that I shall go also, the word that is translated there, [ meet ] it is in the Greek [ worthy ] the same word that we have here translated Becoming, if it be a comly thing or a meet or convenient thing then I'le go: as in 1 Cor. 16. 4. If it be meet that I shall go also, the word that is translated there, [ meet ] it is in the Greek [ worthy ] the same word that we have Here translated Becoming, if it be a comely thing or a meet or convenient thing then I'll go: c-acp p-acp crd np1 crd crd cs pn31 vbb j cst pns11 vmb vvi av, dt n1 cst vbz vvn a-acp, [ j ] pn31 vbz p-acp dt jp [ j ] dt d n1 cst pns12 vhb av vvn vvg, cs pn31 vbb dt j n1 cc dt j cc j n1 av pns11|vmb vvi: (6) sermon (DIV2) 13 Page 5
67 so then it's cleer that this word that we have here is, meet, convenient, sutable, or, becoming the Gospel, Let your Conversation be such, so then it's clear that this word that we have Here is, meet, convenient, suitable, or, becoming the Gospel, Let your Conversation be such, av av pn31|vbz j cst d n1 cst pns12 vhb av vbz, vvb, j, j, cc, vvg dt n1, vvb po22 n1 vbb d, (6) sermon (DIV2) 13 Page 5
68 as it meet for, or becoming the Gospel. as it meet for, or becoming the Gospel. c-acp pn31 vvb p-acp, cc vvg dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 13 Page 5
69 You will say, What Conversation is that which is meet for, or becoming the Gospel? You will say, What Conversation is that which is meet for, or becoming the Gospel? pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq n1 vbz d r-crq vbz j p-acp, cc vvg dt n1? (6) sermon (DIV2) 14 Page 5
70 To that I answer, First, a Conversation raised to a higher degree than the light of Nature, To that I answer, First, a Conversation raised to a higher degree than the Light of Nature, p-acp cst pns11 vvb, ord, dt n1 vvn p-acp dt jc n1 cs dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 15 Page 5
71 or than the Law can raise one to, it must be that certainly, it is not a Conversation becoming the Gospel, or than the Law can raise one to, it must be that Certainly, it is not a Conversation becoming the Gospel, cc cs dt n1 vmb vvi pi p-acp, pn31 vmb vbi d av-j, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 vvg dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 15 Page 5
72 except it be a Conversation raised higher than the light of Nature, or than the Law can raise one to, it becomes not the Gospel else. except it be a Conversation raised higher than the Light of Nature, or than the Law can raise one to, it becomes not the Gospel Else. c-acp pn31 vbb dt n1 vvd av-jc cs dt n1 pp-f n1, cc cs dt n1 vmb vvi pi p-acp, pn31 vvz xx dt n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV2) 15 Page 5
73 Secondly, A Conversation sutable and answerable to those many blessed and glorious truths that are revealed in the Gospel, there is much of the mind of God revealed in the Gospel, glorious truths are there presented to us, that is a Conversation becoming the Gospel that is sutable and answerable unto these blessed and glorious truths that are revealed in the Gospel. Secondly, A Conversation suitable and answerable to those many blessed and glorious truths that Are revealed in the Gospel, there is much of the mind of God revealed in the Gospel, glorious truths Are there presented to us, that is a Conversation becoming the Gospel that is suitable and answerable unto these blessed and glorious truths that Are revealed in the Gospel. ord, dt n1 j cc j p-acp d d j-vvn cc j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, j n2 vbr a-acp vvn p-acp pno12, cst vbz dt n1 vvg dt n1 cst vbz j cc j p-acp d j-vvn cc j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 16 Page 6
74 Thirdly, A Conversation manifesting the power of the Gospel. Thirdly, A Conversation manifesting the power of the Gospel. ord, dt n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 17 Page 6
75 Fourthly, A Conversation that is sutable unto al the Ordinances of the Gospel, agreeable unto whatsoever there is in any Ordinance of the Gospel. Fourthly, A Conversation that is suitable unto all the Ordinances of the Gospel, agreeable unto whatsoever there is in any Ordinance of the Gospel. ord, dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, j p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 6
76 And then fiftly, A Conversation holding forth the beauty, excellency, and glory of the Gospel before those with whom we do converse, here's a Conversation becoming the Gospel; And then Fifty, A Conversation holding forth the beauty, excellency, and glory of the Gospel before those with whom we do converse, here's a Conversation becoming the Gospel; cc av ord, dt n1 vvg av dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns12 vdb vvi, av|vbz dt n1 vvg dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 6
77 when those that are Christians professing that the Lord hath revealed the Gospel unto them, when those that Are Christians professing that the Lord hath revealed the Gospel unto them, c-crq d cst vbr njpg2 vvg cst dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno32, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 6
78 and that in some measure they have been brought to beleeve in the Gospel, when as now their Conversation is beyond that which any man can attain unto by the light of Nature, and that in Some measure they have been brought to believe in the Gospel, when as now their Conversation is beyond that which any man can attain unto by the Light of Nature, cc cst p-acp d n1 pns32 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-crq c-acp av po32 n1 vbz p-acp d r-crq d n1 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 6
79 when it is beyond that that any man by the Law can be raised unto, when it is beyond that that any man by the Law can be raised unto, c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp d cst d n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 6
80 when it's answerable to the many blessed and glorious truths that are revealed in the Gospel, when it's answerable to the many blessed and glorious truths that Are revealed in the Gospel, c-crq pn31|vbz j p-acp dt d j-vvn cc j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 6
81 when it manifests a power of the Gospel in him, when it's answerable unto the blessed Ordinances that he doth enjoy in the Gospel, when it manifests a power of the Gospel in him, when it's answerable unto the blessed Ordinances that he does enjoy in the Gospel, c-crq pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, c-crq pn31|vbz j p-acp dt j-vvn n2 cst pns31 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 6
82 and when his Life and Conversation holds forth the beauty, excellency, and glory of the Gospel before the world, here is a Conversation becoming the Gospel; and when his Life and Conversation holds forth the beauty, excellency, and glory of the Gospel before the world, Here is a Conversation becoming the Gospel; cc c-crq po31 n1 cc n1 vvz av dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av vbz dt n1 vvg dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 6
83 and this is that which the Apostle here exhorts unto, Only let your Conversation be such, and this is that which the Apostle Here exhorts unto, Only let your Conversation be such, cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 av vvz p-acp, av-j vvb po22 n1 vbb d, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 6
84 as becomes the Gospel of Christ. Thus you have had the words opened. as becomes the Gospel of christ. Thus you have had the words opened. c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. av pn22 vhb vhn dt n2 vvd. (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 6
85 Now for the Doctrinal Points in the words, only these two, the first is but to make way to the second. Now for the Doctrinal Points in the words, only these two, the First is but to make Way to the second. av p-acp dt j n2 p-acp dt n2, av-j d crd, dt ord vbz p-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt ord. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 6
86 1. Doct. The first is this, That those that profess the Gospel, must have a great care of their Conversations. 1. Doct. The First is this, That those that profess the Gospel, must have a great care of their Conversations. crd np1 dt ord vbz d, cst d cst vvb dt n1, vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 6
87 2. Secondly, This Conversation of theirs must be such, as becomes, as beseems the Gospel. 2. Secondly, This Conversation of theirs must be such, as becomes, as beseems the Gospel. crd ord, d n1 pp-f png32 vmb vbi d, c-acp vvz, c-acp vvz dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 6
88 These are the two main Points in the Text. I shall this morning but make way to the second Point which is the great Point in the Text. These Are the two main Points in the Text. I shall this morning but make Way to the second Point which is the great Point in the Text. d vbr dt crd j n2 p-acp dt np1 pns11 vmb d n1 cc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt ord n1 r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt np1 (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 6
89 First, That Christians that do profess the Gospel, must have a great care of their Conversations, to look to them. First, That Christians that do profess the Gospel, must have a great care of their Conversations, to look to them. ord, cst np1 cst vdb vvi dt n1, vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 6
90 They must not satisfie themselves with what is inward in their minds, or in their affections, but look to their Conversations; They must not satisfy themselves with what is inward in their minds, or in their affections, but look to their Conversations; pns32 vmb xx vvi px32 p-acp q-crq vbz j p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp vvb p-acp po32 n2; (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 7
91 You think, or hope at least, that through the Gospel there hath been conversion wrought in you: You think, or hope At least, that through the Gospel there hath been conversion wrought in you: pn22 vvb, cc vvb p-acp ds, cst p-acp dt n1 a-acp vhz vbn n1 vvn p-acp pn22: (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 7
92 After the Lord hath wrought conversion, he doth expect that you be careful of your Conversations before men: After the Lord hath wrought conversion, he does expect that you be careful of your Conversations before men: c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn n1, pns31 vdz vvi cst pn22 vbb j pp-f po22 n2 p-acp n2: (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 7
93 you have knowledge, you can speak well, you have some stirrings of heart that you have felt in hearing of the Word, preaching of the Gospel, you have knowledge, you can speak well, you have Some stirrings of heart that you have felt in hearing of the Word, preaching of the Gospel, pn22 vhb n1, pn22 vmb vvi av, pn22 vhb d n2 pp-f n1 cst pn22 vhb vvn p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1, vvg pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 7
94 but now look to your Conversations, and know, there is a bond laid upon you more than ever was, to look to your Conversations: but now look to your Conversations, and know, there is a bound laid upon you more than ever was, to look to your Conversations: cc-acp av vvb p-acp po22 n2, cc vvb, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp pn22 av-dc cs av vbds, pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2: (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 7
95 in James, 3. see the exhortation of the Apostle there, at the 13. verse, Who is a wise man, in James, 3. see the exhortation of the Apostle there, At the 13. verse, Who is a wise man, p-acp np1, crd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp, p-acp dt crd n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 7
96 and endued with knowledge among yeu, mark, let him shew out of a good Conversation his works with meekness of wisdom. and endued with knowledge among yeu, mark, let him show out of a good Conversation his works with meekness of Wisdom. cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvb, vvb pno31 vvi av pp-f dt j n1 po31 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 7
97 It is a very sweet and excellent Scripture, Who is a wise man and endued with knowledge among you: It is a very sweet and excellent Scripture, Who is a wise man and endued with knowledge among you: pn31 vbz dt av j cc j n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pn22: (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 7
98 What should he do? Let him shew out of a good Conversation his works with meekness of wisdom: What should he do? Let him show out of a good Conversation his works with meekness of Wisdom: q-crq vmd pns31 vdi? vvb pno31 vvi av pp-f dt j n1 po31 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 7
99 here is wise, and knowledge, and wisdom again. Here is wise, and knowledge, and Wisdom again. av vbz j, cc n1, cc n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 7
100 If you would manifest that God hath wrought any true saving knowledge, any wisdom in you to save your souls, If you would manifest that God hath wrought any true Saving knowledge, any Wisdom in you to save your Souls, cs pn22 vmd vvi cst np1 vhz vvn d j j-vvg n1, d n1 p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi po22 n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 7
101 why know that God requires that you should show your good Conversation & that with meekness and wisdom, your Conversations, you must have a care of them, both in respect of men, and in respect of God. why know that God requires that you should show your good Conversation & that with meekness and Wisdom, your Conversations, you must have a care of them, both in respect of men, and in respect of God. q-crq vvb cst np1 vvz cst pn22 vmd vvi po22 j n1 cc cst p-acp n1 cc n1, po22 n2, pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f pno32, av-d p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cc p-acp n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 7
102 In respect of men, 1 Pet. 2. 12. Having your Conversation honest among the Gentils: In respect of men, 1 Pet. 2. 12. Having your Conversation honest among the Gentiles: p-acp n1 pp-f n2, crd np1 crd crd np1 po22 n1 j p-acp dt n2-j: (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 7
103 And (the latter part wee shall speak to by and by) so that Christians they must look to their Conversations in respect of men. And (the latter part we shall speak to by and by) so that Christians they must look to their Conversations in respect of men. cc (dt d n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp cc a-acp) av cst np1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 7
104 And then in respect of God: And then in respect of God: cc av p-acp n1 pp-f np1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 25 Page 7
105 In 1 Pet. 1. 15. But as be who hath called you is Holy, so be ye holy in all manner of Conversation; In 1 Pet. 1. 15. But as be who hath called you is Holy, so be you holy in all manner of Conversation; p-acp crd np1 crd crd p-acp a-acp vbb r-crq vhz vvn pn22 vbz j, av vbb pn22 j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 25 Page 7
106 There you have Honest Conversation; and in this scripture, holy in all manner of conversation: so that you are to have regard to your Conversations, both in respect of men, and in respect of God: and upon these grounds. First, in general. There you have Honest Conversation; and in this scripture, holy in all manner of Conversation: so that you Are to have regard to your Conversations, both in respect of men, and in respect of God: and upon these grounds. First, in general. a-acp pn22 vhb j n1; cc p-acp d n1, j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: av cst pn22 vbr pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp po22 n2, av-d p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cc p-acp n1 pp-f np1: cc p-acp d n2. ord, p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 25 Page 7
107 First, in regard of God more generally, that God may be honored by your Conversations. First, in regard of God more generally, that God may be honoured by your Conversations. ord, p-acp n1 pp-f np1 av-dc av-j, cst np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po22 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 7
108 Oh! you that have ever heard from God the glorious glad tydings of Salvation in the Gospel, Is it not in your hearts to do what you can to honor him? now let your Conversation be such; Oh! you that have ever herd from God the glorious glad tidings of Salvation in the Gospel, Is it not in your hearts to do what you can to honour him? now let your Conversation be such; uh pn22 cst vhb av vvn p-acp np1 dt j j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz pn31 xx p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vdi r-crq pn22 vmb p-acp n1 pno31? av vvb po22 n1 vbb d; (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 8
109 have a care of your Conversations that God may be honored; have a care of your Conversations that God may be honoured; vhb dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 cst np1 vmb vbi vvn; (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 8
110 the Name of God will be blasphemed, except you have a care of your Conversations, in Matth. 5. 16. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, the Name of God will be blasphemed, except you have a care of your Conversations, in Matthew 5. 16. Let your Light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, p-acp np1 crd crd vvb po22 n1 av vvi p-acp n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi po22 j n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 8
111 and glorifie your Father which is in Heaven. and Glorify your Father which is in Heaven. cc vvi po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 8
112 As if Christ should say, What, hath God brought the light of the Gospel to you? hath it shined into your hearts? and hath He revealed unto you those glorious Mysteries of Salvation in Him? O then, let this light break forth and shine in your Conversations before men, that others seeing your good works may glorifie your Father which is in Heaven. As if christ should say, What, hath God brought the Light of the Gospel to you? hath it shined into your hearts? and hath He revealed unto you those glorious Mysteres of Salvation in Him? O then, let this Light break forth and shine in your Conversations before men, that Others seeing your good works may Glorify your Father which is in Heaven. c-acp cs np1 vmd vvi, q-crq, vhz np1 vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn22? vhz pn31 vvn p-acp po22 n2? cc vhz pns31 vvn p-acp pn22 d j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31? sy av, vvb d n1 vvi av cc vvi p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n2, cst n2-jn vvg po22 j n2 vmb vvi po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 8
113 Some men and women are ready to say, what do they care what others observe in them so that God knows their hearts? I but that's not enough, some men and women Are ready to say, what do they care what Others observe in them so that God knows their hearts? I but that's not enough, d n2 cc n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi, q-crq vdb pns32 vvb r-crq n2-jn vvb p-acp pno32 av cst np1 vvz po32 n2? pns11 cc-acp d|vbz xx av-d, (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 8
114 if it could be so that you could have good hearts unto God without good Conversations; if it could be so that you could have good hearts unto God without good Conversations; cs pn31 vmd vbi av cst pn22 vmd vhi j n2 p-acp np1 p-acp j n2; (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 8
115 but we shall see that there cannot be any such thing, and it is required of you, your works should shine forth before men, that they may see your good works, but we shall see that there cannot be any such thing, and it is required of you, your works should shine forth before men, that they may see your good works, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi cst a-acp vmbx vbi d d n1, cc pn31 vbz vvn pp-f pn22, po22 n2 vmd vvi av p-acp n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi po22 j n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 8
116 and glorifie your Father which is in Heaven. and Glorify your Father which is in Heaven. cc vvi po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 8
117 'Tis one thing to do a good work that may be seen, and another thing to do a good work that it may be seen; It's one thing to do a good work that may be seen, and Another thing to do a good work that it may be seen; pn31|vbz crd n1 pc-acp vdi dt j n1 cst vmb vbi vvn, cc j-jn n1 pc-acp vdi dt j n1 cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn; (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 8
118 to do a good work that may be seen that is lawful, though we should not do them principally aiming that they may be seen, to do a good work that may be seen that is lawful, though we should not do them principally aiming that they may be seen, pc-acp vdi dt j n1 cst vmb vbi vvn cst vbz j, cs pns12 vmd xx vdi pno32 av-j vvg cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 8
119 but our works should be such, that of their own nature they may be seen, but not to make that to be our main end, that they may be seen; but our works should be such, that of their own nature they may be seen, but not to make that to be our main end, that they may be seen; cc-acp po12 n2 vmd vbi d, cst pp-f po32 d n1 pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbi po12 j n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn; (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 8
120 so, as aiming not so much that they may may be seen, but that being seen, men may glorifie our Father which is in Heaven, that God may be honoured. so, as aiming not so much that they may may be seen, but that being seen, men may Glorify our Father which is in Heaven, that God may be honoured. av, c-acp vvg xx av av-d cst pns32 vmb vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp cst vbg vvn, n2 vmb vvi po12 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1, cst np1 vmb vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 8
121 Now God is honoured by the Conversations of His Saints many waies, and therefore they should be very careful of their Conversations. Now God is honoured by the Conversations of His Saints many ways, and Therefore they should be very careful of their Conversations. av np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 d n2, cc av pns32 vmd vbi av j pp-f po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 8
122 As in the first place, The people of God, Saints, Beleevers, they are the great Witnesses that God hath in the world, to witness for Him against the corruptions of the world; As in the First place, The people of God, Saints, Believers, they Are the great Witnesses that God hath in the world, to witness for Him against the corruptions of the world; c-acp p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, n2, n2, pns32 vbr dt j n2 cst np1 vhz p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 8
123 If so be that you are not careful of your Conversations, God will lose witnesses to His Truth: If so be that you Are not careful of your Conversations, God will loose Witnesses to His Truth: cs av vbb d pn22 vbr xx j pp-f po22 n2, np1 vmb vvi n2 p-acp po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 8
124 Now a witnesse is not a thing that is kept within, a man cannot be a witness by keeping things within his own thoughts and heart, he must manifest something to witness. Now a witness is not a thing that is kept within, a man cannot be a witness by keeping things within his own thoughts and heart, he must manifest something to witness. av dt n1 vbz xx dt n1 cst vbz vvn a-acp, dt n1 vmbx vbi dt n1 p-acp vvg n2 p-acp po31 d n2 cc n1, pns31 vmb vvi pi pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 8
125 The Lord makes use of the lives of His Saints to be His Witnesses in the world, to stand and witness for His Truth; The Lord makes use of the lives of His Saints to be His Witnesses in the world, to stand and witness for His Truth; dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 pc-acp vbi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po31 n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 8
126 whereas others they will think when the Gospel is preached that it is but a meer notion, whereas Others they will think when the Gospel is preached that it is but a mere notion, cs ng2-jn pns32 vmb vvi c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 9
127 or imagination, and that there is no reallity in what is preached: or imagination, and that there is no reality in what is preached: cc n1, cc cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp r-crq vbz vvn: (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 9
128 No saith God, look here upon the Conversations of these that have beleeved the Gospel, do you not see they witnesse, that there it a reallity in those things of the Gospel? look what a change my Gospel hath made upon them in their lives and conversations, those that were before proud, how humble they are; No Says God, look Here upon the Conversations of these that have believed the Gospel, do you not see they witness, that there it a reality in those things of the Gospel? look what a change my Gospel hath made upon them in their lives and conversations, those that were before proud, how humble they Are; uh-dx vvz n1, vvb av p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vhb vvn dt n1, vdb pn22 xx vvi pns32 vvb, cst a-acp pn31 dt n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1? vvb r-crq dt n1 po11 n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, d cst vbdr a-acp j, c-crq j pns32 vbr; (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 9
129 that were before froward, how meek they are, and the like; these are my witnesses. that were before froward, how meek they Are, and the like; these Are my Witnesses. d vbdr a-acp j, c-crq j pns32 vbr, cc dt j; d vbr po11 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 9
130 Many Scriptures might be given, especially that in Revel. 11. 3. where the Saints in general are called witnesses: And that's the first thing. Many Scriptures might be given, especially that in Revel. 11. 3. where the Saints in general Are called Witnesses: And that's the First thing. av-d n2 vmd vbi vvn, av-j cst p-acp vvb. crd crd n1 dt n2 p-acp j vbr vvn n2: cc d|vbz dt ord n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 9
131 You are to look to your Conversations, that you may be Gods witnesses. Secondly: That you may hold forth the Image of God in the world; You Are to look to your Conversations, that you may be God's Witnesses. Secondly: That you may hold forth the Image of God in the world; pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2, cst pn22 vmb vbi npg1 n2. ord: cst pn22 vmb vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 9
132 that Image that God made man in at first, by the sin of man was lost; that Image that God made man in At First, by the since of man was lost; d n1 cst np1 vvd n1 p-acp p-acp ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn; (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 9
133 but now through the Gospel it comes to be renewed, and God delights to have His Image held forth in the world, that men may behold somewhat of the glory of His Image: but now through the Gospel it comes to be renewed, and God delights to have His Image held forth in the world, that men may behold somewhat of the glory of His Image: cc-acp av p-acp dt n1 pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc np1 vvz pc-acp vhi po31 n1 vvd av p-acp dt n1, cst n2 vmb vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 9
134 But how can the world see the Image of God? They cannot see it in your hearts, But how can the world see the Image of God? They cannot see it in your hearts, cc-acp q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1? pns32 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 9
135 but now God would have it conspicuous, therefore have you a care of your Conversations, that in your Conversations you may hold forth the Image of God in the world. but now God would have it conspicuous, Therefore have you a care of your Conversations, that in your Conversations you may hold forth the Image of God in the world. cc-acp av np1 vmd vhi pn31 j, av vhb pn22 dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, cst p-acp po22 n2 pn22 vmb vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 9
136 It's much to the glory of God to have His Image held forth in the world. It's much to the glory of God to have His Image held forth in the world. pn31|vbz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vhi po31 n1 vvd av p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 9
137 As men that would honor their parents, and other dear friends, if they have a curious Picture of them, As men that would honour their Parents, and other dear Friends, if they have a curious Picture of them, p-acp n2 cst vmd vvi po32 n2, cc n-jn j-jn n2, cs pns32 vhb dt j n1 pp-f pno32, (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 9
138 when their image is drawn, they will not see it abused and sullyed, but they will keep it fair; when their image is drawn, they will not see it abused and sullied, but they will keep it fair; c-crq po32 n1 vbz vvn, pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31 vvn cc vvn, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi pn31 j; (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 9
139 a man that hath the image of his father or dear friend, will not hang it in a smokey hole behind a chimney, a man that hath the image of his father or dear friend, will not hang it in a smoky hold behind a chimney, dt n1 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc j-jn n1, vmb xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 9
140 or door, but in some conspicuous place; or door, but in Some conspicuous place; cc n1, cc-acp p-acp d j n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 9
141 so we should hold forth the Image of God conspicuously, it should appear in our lives and Conversations. so we should hold forth the Image of God conspicuously, it should appear in our lives and Conversations. av pns12 vmd vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j, pn31 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2 cc n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 9
142 Thirdly, By your Conversations God may be honored, for you will further the great designs that God hath in the world: Thirdly, By your Conversations God may be honoured, for you will further the great designs that God hath in the world: ord, p-acp po22 n2 np1 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp pn22 vmb av-jc dt j n2 cst np1 vhz p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 9
143 the holy and gracious lives of the Saints serve to further the great designs that God hath in the world to do. the holy and gracious lives of the Saints serve to further the great designs that God hath in the world to do. dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt n2 vvb p-acp jc dt j n2 cst np1 vhz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 9
144 And lastly, They may serve to make up the great dishonor that God hath from others; And lastly, They may serve to make up the great dishonour that God hath from Others; cc ord, pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp ng2-jn; (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 9
145 the Lord hath abundance of dishonor from most in the world; the Lord hath abundance of dishonour from most in the world; dt n1 vhz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ds p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 9
146 but now there are some that God cals out of the world, and He gives his Grace unto them to the end that He might have some of the great dishonor that He hath in the world from others made up; but now there Are Some that God calls out of the world, and He gives his Grace unto them to the end that He might have Some of the great dishonour that He hath in the world from Others made up; cc-acp av a-acp vbr d cst np1 vvz av pp-f dt n1, cc pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vhi d pp-f dt j n1 cst pns31 vhz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2-jn vvn a-acp; (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 10
147 now such as are carefull of their Conversations, as walk exactly and closely with God (I say) they are made use of by God for the making up in some part of the great dishonor that God hath in the world. now such as Are careful of their Conversations, as walk exactly and closely with God (I say) they Are made use of by God for the making up in Some part of the great dishonour that God hath in the world. av d c-acp vbr j pp-f po32 n2, c-acp vvb av-j cc av-j p-acp np1 (pns11 vvb) pns32 vbr vvn n1 pp-f p-acp np1 p-acp dt vvg a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f dt j n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 10
148 What honor should God have in the world were it not for the holy and gracious Conversations of some of His Saints? and therefore you who profess the Gospel, look to your Conversations that God may be honored by you. What honour should God have in the world were it not for the holy and gracious Conversations of Some of His Saints? and Therefore you who profess the Gospel, look to your Conversations that God may be honoured by you. q-crq n1 vmd n1 vhb p-acp dt n1 vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2? cc av pn22 r-crq vvb dt n1, vvb p-acp po22 n2 cst np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 10
149 Secondly, Have a care of your Conversations, look to them in respect of wicked men among whom you live. Secondly, Have a care of your Conversations, look to them in respect of wicked men among whom you live. ord, vhb dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp ro-crq pn22 vvb. (6) sermon (DIV2) 32 Page 10
150 As first, That you may convince evil and ungodly men among whom you live in the world. 1 Pet. 2. 12. Having your Conversation honest among the Gentiles, that whereas they speak against you as evil doers, they may by your good works which they shall behold, glorifie God in the day of visitation. As First, That you may convince evil and ungodly men among whom you live in the world. 1 Pet. 2. 12. Having your Conversation honest among the Gentiles, that whereas they speak against you as evil doers, they may by your good works which they shall behold, Glorify God in the day of Visitation. p-acp ord, cst pn22 vmb vvi j-jn cc j n2 p-acp ro-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1. crd np1 crd crd np1 po22 n1 j p-acp dt n2-j, cst cs pns32 vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp j-jn n2, pns32 vmb p-acp po22 j n2 r-crq pns32 vmb vvi, vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 10
151 This likewise doth confirm what was said before, for the glory of God, and the conviction of wicked men; This likewise does confirm what was said before, for the glory of God, and the conviction of wicked men; d av vdz vvi r-crq vbds vvn a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f j n2; (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 10
152 That they beholding, may glorifie God in the day of visitation. That they beholding, may Glorify God in the day of Visitation. cst pns32 vvg, vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 10
153 There are many interpretations upon this place, In the day of visitation, the day wherein God shall visit them. There Are many interpretations upon this place, In the day of Visitation, the day wherein God shall visit them. pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 c-crq np1 vmb vvi pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 10
154 Though now they rail against you, yet when God shall visit them, either in His stroke upon them by sickness, Though now they rail against you, yet when God shall visit them, either in His stroke upon them by sickness, cs av pns32 vvb p-acp pn22, av c-crq np1 vmb vvi pno32, av-d p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 10
155 then they will acknowledg you to be righteous, and holy men, and wish that their conditions were like yours; then they will acknowledge you to be righteous, and holy men, and wish that their conditions were like yours; cs pns32 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vbi j, cc j n2, cc vvb cst po32 n2 vbdr av-j png22; (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 10
156 or in the day of visitation, if God shall visit their spirits to turn them, or in the day of Visitation, if God shall visit their spirits to turn them, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs np1 vmb vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 10
157 or in the day of visitatiō (as some think) in the day of Jesus Christ: or in the day of Visitation (as Some think) in the day of jesus christ: cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp d vvb) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 10
158 But I find others looking narrowly into the words, In the day of Over seeing, the word NONLATINALPHABET from whence the word Bishop comes, it is an Over-seer, now this word visitation, signifies nothing else but an Overseeing; as if God should say thus, walk ye honestly, But I find Others looking narrowly into the words, In the day of Over seeing, the word from whence the word Bishop comes, it is an Overseer, now this word Visitation, signifies nothing Else but an Overseeing; as if God should say thus, walk you honestly, cc-acp pns11 vvi n2-jn vvg av-j p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f a-acp vvg, dt n1 p-acp c-crq dt n1 n1 vvz, pn31 vbz dt n1, av d n1 n1, vvz pix av cc-acp dt vvg; c-acp cs np1 vmd vvi av, vvb pn22 av-j, (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 10
159 and holily before the world, perhaps they will vail your glory, & one will say this, and holily before the world, perhaps they will Vail your glory, & one will say this, cc av-j p-acp dt n1, av pns32 vmb vvi po22 n1, cc pi vmb vvi d, (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 10
160 & the other that, but go ye on in a constant way and course, there will be a time that all things shall be over-seen, all things shall be examined, & the other that, but go you on in a constant Way and course, there will be a time that all things shall be overseen, all things shall be examined, cc dt n-jn cst, cc-acp vvb pn22 a-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 cst d n2 vmb vbi j, d n2 vmb vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 10
161 and narrowly searched into, and when that day comes, the wicked men shall be convinced, and narrowly searched into, and when that day comes, the wicked men shall be convinced, cc av-j vvn p-acp, cc c-crq cst n1 vvz, dt j n2 vmb vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 10
162 and shal be forced to give glory to God, and shal say, that whatsoever aspersions there were cast upon you, and shall be forced to give glory to God, and shall say, that whatsoever Aspersions there were cast upon you, cc vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, cc vmb vvi, cst r-crq n2 a-acp vbdr vvn p-acp pn22, (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 10
163 yet certainly you were the servants of the living God, in the day of inspection, of overseeing; yet Certainly you were the Servants of the living God, in the day of inspection, of overseeing; av av-j pn22 vbdr dt n2 pp-f dt vvg np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f vvg; (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 11
164 therefore be ye careful of your Conversations in respect of wicked men, to convince them. Therefore be you careful of your Conversations in respect of wicked men, to convince them. av vbb pn22 j pp-f po22 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f j n2, pc-acp vvi pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 11
165 Secondly, In respect of wicked men, to stop their mouthes, their malice, violence, and rage, 1 Pet. 2. 15. For so is the Will of God, that with well doing ye may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men. Secondly, In respect of wicked men, to stop their mouths, their malice, violence, and rage, 1 Pet. 2. 15. For so is the Will of God, that with well doing you may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men. ord, p-acp n1 pp-f j n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, po32 n1, n1, cc n1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp av vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst p-acp av vdg pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 34 Page 11
166 The word there translated Put to silence, it is to put (as it were) a bridle into their mouthes, The word there translated Put to silence, it is to put (as it were) a bridle into their mouths, dt n1 a-acp vvn vvb p-acp n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 34 Page 11
167 or to stop their mouthes, you may even stop their mouthes by your holy Conversation; or to stop their mouths, you may even stop their mouths by your holy Conversation; cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2, pn22 vmb av vvi po32 n2 p-acp po22 j n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 34 Page 11
168 Oh Christians look to your Conversations, that by them you may stop the mouthes of wicked and ungodly men, that they may not be able to say any thing against your holy Conversations; O Christians look to your Conversations, that by them you may stop the mouths of wicked and ungodly men, that they may not be able to say any thing against your holy Conversations; uh np1 vvb p-acp po22 n2, cst p-acp pno32 pn22 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f j cc j n2, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po22 j n2; (6) sermon (DIV2) 34 Page 11
169 so in 1 Pet. 3. 16. Having a good conscience, that whereas they speak evil of you as of evil doers, they may be ashamed that falsly accuse your good Conversation in Christ. so in 1 Pet. 3. 16. Having a good conscience, that whereas they speak evil of you as of evil doers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good Conversation in christ. av p-acp crd np1 crd crd np1 dt j n1, cst cs pns32 vvb j-jn pp-f pn22 a-acp pp-f j-jn n2, pns32 vmb vbi j cst av-j vvb po22 j n1 p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 34 Page 11
170 Thirdly, Yea, you may by your good Conversation be a means to convert other men, to bring wicked men into the love of the waies of God: 1 Pet. 3. 1. 2. the exhortation there is directed to wives that had wicked husbands. Thirdly, Yea, you may by your good Conversation be a means to convert other men, to bring wicked men into the love of the ways of God: 1 Pet. 3. 1. 2. the exhortation there is directed to wives that had wicked Husbands. ord, uh, pn22 vmb p-acp po22 j n1 vbb dt n2 pc-acp vvi j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1: crd np1 crd crd crd dt n1 pc-acp vbz vvn p-acp n2 cst vhd j n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 11
171 Likewise ye wives be in subjection to your own husbands, that if they obey not the word, they also may without the word be won by the Conversation of the wives, Likewise you wives be in subjection to your own Husbands, that if they obey not the word, they also may without the word be wone by the Conversation of the wives, av pn22 n2 vbb p-acp n1 p-acp po22 d n2, cst cs pns32 vvb xx dt n1, pns32 av vmb p-acp dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 11
172 while they behold your chast Conversation coupled with fear. while they behold your chaste Conversation coupled with Fear. cs pns32 vvb po22 j n1 vvn p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 11
173 Mark, how the Apostle urges upon wives to look to their Conversations to the end that they may be a means to gain their husbands. Mark, how the Apostle urges upon wives to look to their Conversations to the end that they may be a means to gain their Husbands. vvb, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vmb vbi dt n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 11
174 I am verily perswaded that there are many gracious women that would give (if they had it) a thousand worlds to gain their husbands to those waies of godliness that they have found so much sweetness in, I am verily persuaded that there Are many gracious women that would give (if they had it) a thousand world's to gain their Husbands to those ways of godliness that they have found so much sweetness in, pns11 vbm av-j vvn cst a-acp vbr d j n2 cst vmd vvi (cs pns32 vhd pn31) dt crd n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cst pns32 vhb vvn av d n1 p-acp, (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 11
175 but perhaps they cannot get them to come and hear the Word, and if they do, their hearts rise against it, but perhaps they cannot get them to come and hear the Word, and if they do, their hearts rise against it, cc-acp av pns32 vmbx vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, cc cs pns32 vdb, po32 n2 vvi p-acp pn31, (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 11
176 or it may be they little regard it; or it may be they little regard it; cc pn31 vmb vbi pns32 j n1 pn31; (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 11
177 but you by your Conversations may do that which the world will not do, you may be converters of them; and in this sense indeed; but you by your Conversations may do that which the world will not do, you may be converters of them; and in this sense indeed; cc-acp pn22 p-acp po22 n2 vmb vdi d r-crq dt n1 vmb xx vdi, pn22 vmb vbi n2 pp-f pno32; cc p-acp d n1 av; (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 11
178 there may be women preachers, that is, preaching in their lives and Conversations, and that's all the preaching that the holy Ghost allows women, let them preach that way, in their lives and Conversations in their families, there may be women Preachers, that is, preaching in their lives and Conversations, and that's all the preaching that the holy Ghost allows women, let them preach that Way, in their lives and Conversations in their families, pc-acp vmb vbi n2 n2, cst vbz, vvg p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, cc d|vbz d dt vvg cst dt j n1 vvz n2, vvb pno32 vvi cst n1, p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 11
179 and preach every day a Sermon, and neither God nor man will find fault with any such thing, and preach every day a Sermon, and neither God nor man will find fault with any such thing, cc vvi d n1 dt n1, cc dx n1 ccx n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d d n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 11
180 and this is the way for them to do great service for God; and so likewise should husbands do to convert their wives, you complain one of another, and this is the Way for them to do great service for God; and so likewise should Husbands do to convert their wives, you complain one of Another, cc d vbz dt n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vdi j n1 p-acp np1; cc av av vmd n2 vdi pc-acp vvi po32 n2, pn22 vvb crd pp-f n-jn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 11
181 but do you labor to convince and convert one another by your holy Conversations? I am confident that there are many that are able to say by experience, this; but do you labour to convince and convert one Another by your holy Conversations? I am confident that there Are many that Are able to say by experience, this; cc-acp vdb pn22 vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi pi j-jn p-acp po22 j n2? pns11 vbm j cst a-acp vbr d cst vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, d; (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 12
182 That the Lord struck upon my heart and conscience by seeing the holy Conversation of my wife, That the Lord struck upon my heart and conscience by seeing the holy Conversation of my wife, cst dt n1 vvd p-acp po11 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 12
183 since she went to hear the Word, by seeing the wisdom, humility, obedience and carriage of my wife, it struck upon my heart. since she went to hear the Word, by seeing the Wisdom, humility, Obedience and carriage of my wife, it struck upon my heart. c-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp vvg dt n1, n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f po11 n1, pn31 vvd p-acp po11 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 12
184 There is many have given glory to God and acknowledged this, both wives by their husbands, and husbands by their wives; There is many have given glory to God and acknowledged this, both wives by their Husbands, and Husbands by their wives; pc-acp vbz d vhb vvn n1 p-acp np1 cc vvn d, d n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc n2 p-acp po32 n2; (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 12
185 and sometimes the parent in seeing it in the child, or the child in the parent, and sometime the parent in seeing it in the child, or the child in the parent, cc av dt n1 p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 12
186 or brother in brother, or one servant in another, it hath been a means to turn them unto God. or brother in brother, or one servant in Another, it hath been a means to turn them unto God. cc n1 p-acp n1, cc crd n1 p-acp j-jn, pn31 vhz vbn dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 12
187 In the last place, If they be not turned to God, then your conversation shall serve to condemn them, to aggravate their sin, In the last place, If they be not turned to God, then your Conversation shall serve to condemn them, to aggravate their since, p-acp dt ord n1, cs pns32 vbb xx vvn p-acp np1, cs po22 n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno32, pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 12
188 and their condemnation in the day of Jesus Christ. and their condemnation in the day of jesus christ. cc po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 12
189 As it is said of Noah, in Heb. 11. 7. that Noah prepared an ark, by the which he condemned the world. As it is said of Noah, in Hebrew 11. 7. that Noah prepared an Ark, by the which he condemned the world. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, p-acp np1 crd crd cst np1 vvd dt n1, p-acp dt r-crq pns31 vvd dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 12
190 He condemned the world by that course of his, in beleeving in God, and in making the Ark, every nail that he smote into the Ark, was (as it were) a condemnation of the world: He condemned the world by that course of his, in believing in God, and in making the Ark, every nail that he smote into the Ark, was (as it were) a condemnation of the world: pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, p-acp vvg p-acp np1, cc p-acp vvg dt n1, d n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, vbds (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 12
191 and so the Saints by walking in their holy conversation, shal be the Judges and Condemners of the world. and so the Saints by walking in their holy Conversation, shall be the Judges and Condemners of the world. cc av dt n2 p-acp vvg p-acp po32 j n1, vmb vbi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 12
192 Therfore you are to be careful of your Conversations, in respect of wicked men. Also, In respect of the Saints, we must be very careful of our Conversations. Therefore you Are to be careful of your Conversations, in respect of wicked men. Also, In respect of the Saints, we must be very careful of our Conversations. av pn22 vbr pc-acp vbi j pp-f po22 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f j n2. av, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2, pns12 vmb vbi av j pp-f po12 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 12
193 1. For by your Conversation you will rejoyce the hearts of the Saints. 1. For by your Conversation you will rejoice the hearts of the Saints. crd p-acp p-acp po22 n1 pn22 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 12
194 Oh those that are godly, when they see others that profess godlines to walk in a strict and holy conversation, O those that Are godly, when they see Others that profess godliness to walk in a strict and holy Conversation, uh d cst vbr j, c-crq pns32 vvb n2-jn cst vvb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j cc j n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 12
195 how doth it rejoyce their hearts? it is the comfort of their lives. 2. Besides, they blesse God for it; how does it rejoice their hearts? it is the Comfort of their lives. 2. Beside, they bless God for it; q-crq vdz pn31 vvb po32 n2? pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. crd p-acp, pns32 vvb np1 p-acp pn31; (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 12
196 they not only rejoyce in it, but bless God for it; when they get alone in secret they are blessing God for the gracious, and holy, they not only rejoice in it, but bless God for it; when they get alone in secret they Are blessing God for the gracious, and holy, pns32 xx av-j vvi p-acp pn31, cc-acp vvb np1 p-acp pn31; c-crq pns32 vvb av-j p-acp n-jn pns32 vbr n1 np1 p-acp dt j, cc j, (6) sermon (DIV2) 39 Page 12
197 and convincing Conversations of such and such kind of men that they converse with. and convincing Conversations of such and such kind of men that they converse with. cc j-vvg n2 pp-f d cc d n1 pp-f n2 cst pns32 vvb p-acp. (6) sermon (DIV2) 39 Page 12
198 3. And by that means the Saints they have a boldness before men, they can lift up their heads wheresoever they go, 3. And by that means the Saints they have a boldness before men, they can lift up their Heads wheresoever they go, crd cc p-acp d n2 dt n2 pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp n2, pns32 vmb vvi a-acp po32 n2 c-crq pns32 vvb, (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 12
199 when they know that all such who make profession of Religion in the places where they live, they walk unblamably: when they know that all such who make profession of Religion in the places where they live, they walk unblamably: c-crq pns32 vvb cst d d r-crq vvb n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns32 vvb, pns32 vvb av-j: (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 13
200 upon that godly men can hold up their heads with boldness, whereas otherwise it makes such as are professors of Religion ashamed, upon that godly men can hold up their Heads with boldness, whereas otherwise it makes such as Are professors of Religion ashamed, p-acp d j n2 vmb vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1, cs av pn31 vvz d c-acp vbr n2 pp-f n1 j, (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 13
201 when they see and hear of such and such that make profession of Religion to walk scandalously, and loosly: when they see and hear of such and such that make profession of Religion to walk scandalously, and loosely: c-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi pp-f d cc d cst vvb n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, cc av-j: (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 13
202 but of them we shall speak presently. but of them we shall speak presently. cc-acp pp-f pno32 pns12 vmb vvi av-j. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 13
203 4. Then further, Your holy Conversation it will establish the hearts of the Saints, it will settle young beginners; 4. Then further, Your holy Conversation it will establish the hearts of the Saints, it will settle young beginners; crd av av-jc, po22 j n1 pn31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2, pn31 vmb vvi j n2; (6) sermon (DIV2) 41 Page 13
204 there are many that are giving up their names to Christ, when they see the holy and gracious Conversations of these that are Ancient professors, Oh how are they stablished in the waies of godlinesse. there Are many that Are giving up their names to christ, when they see the holy and gracious Conversations of these that Are Ancient professors, O how Are they established in the ways of godliness. pc-acp vbr d cst vbr vvg a-acp po32 n2 p-acp np1, c-crq pns32 vvb dt j cc j n2 pp-f d cst vbr j n2, uh q-crq vbr pns32 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 41 Page 13
205 5. And it wil edifie the Saints, they wil edifie and grow up in holiness, they will imitate you, 5. And it will edify the Saints, they will edify and grow up in holiness, they will imitate you, crd cc pn31 vmb vvi dt n2, pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi a-acp p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vvi pn22, (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 13
206 and will find the graces of God not only strengthened, but increased in them by your Conversations, Oh the abundance of good that you may do; and will find the graces of God not only strengthened, but increased in them by your Conversations, O the abundance of good that you may do; cc vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 xx av-j vvn, cc-acp vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp po22 n2, uh dt n1 pp-f j cst pn22 vmb vdi; (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 13
207 and therfore Christians have a care of your Conversations. and Therefore Christians have a care of your Conversations. cc av np1 vhb dt n1 pp-f po22 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 13
208 6. Then, You in respect of your selves, by this means you wil have an evidence to your souls of the truth of grace in your hearts, which you cannot have if your Conversations be not right. 6. Then, You in respect of your selves, by this means you will have an evidence to your Souls of the truth of grace in your hearts, which you cannot have if your Conversations be not right. crd av, pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f po22 n2, p-acp d n2 pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp po22 n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n2, r-crq pn22 vmbx vhb cs po22 n2 vbb xx j-jn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 13
209 In 1 John, 1. 6. mark what the Apostle speaks there, If we say that we have fellowship with him, In 1 John, 1. 6. mark what the Apostle speaks there, If we say that we have fellowship with him, p-acp crd np1, crd crd n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp, cs pns12 vvb cst pns12 vhb n1 p-acp pno31, (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 13
210 and walk in darkness, we lye and do not know the truth. And again, you have a notable Scripture in the 3. chap. 7. vers. and walk in darkness, we lie and do not know the truth. And again, you have a notable Scripture in the 3. chap. 7. vers. cc vvi p-acp n1, pns12 vvb cc vdb xx vvi dt n1. cc av, pn22 vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt crd n1 crd fw-la. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 13
211 Little children, let no man deceive you; He that doth righteousness, is righteous, even as He is righteous. Little children, let no man deceive you; He that does righteousness, is righteous, even as He is righteous. j n2, vvb dx n1 vvi pn22; pns31 cst vdz n1, vbz j, av c-acp pns31 vbz j. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 13
212 As if he should say, there are a company of deceivers in the world, and they think it enough to talk of righteousness, they say they beleeve in Jesus Christ, As if he should say, there Are a company of deceivers in the world, and they think it enough to talk of righteousness, they say they believe in jesus christ, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, pc-acp vbr dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, cc pns32 vvb pn31 av-d pc-acp vvi pp-f n1, pns32 vvb pns32 vvb p-acp np1 np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 13
213 and it's Faith that is only required of them; and it's Faith that is only required of them; cc pn31|vbz n1 cst vbz av-j vvn pp-f pno32; (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 13
214 and as for the other, that's but a meer legal thing, for men to make conscience of duties, and as for the other, that's but a mere Legal thing, for men to make conscience of duties, cc c-acp p-acp dt n-jn, d|vbz p-acp dt j j n1, c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 13
215 and of their lives, this is but legal, but let them trust in Jesus Christ, Christ hath done all, what can we be saved by our lives? hath not Christ done all? Is there not righteousness in Him? Let no man deceive you (saith the Apostle) If there be not a doing righteousness, there is no righteousness in you, He that doth righteousness is righteous: and of their lives, this is but Legal, but let them trust in jesus christ, christ hath done all, what can we be saved by our lives? hath not christ done all? Is there not righteousness in Him? Let no man deceive you (Says the Apostle) If there be not a doing righteousness, there is no righteousness in you, He that does righteousness is righteous: cc pp-f po32 n2, d vbz cc-acp j, cc-acp vvb pno32 vvi p-acp np1 np1, np1 vhz vdn d, r-crq vmb pns12 vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2? vhz xx np1 vdn d? vbz pc-acp xx n1 p-acp pno31? vvb dx n1 vvi pn22 (vvz dt n1) cs pc-acp vbb xx av vdg n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pn22, pns31 cst vdz n1 vbz j: (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 13
216 You have nothing to do with the righteousness of Christ as your own applied yet unto you, except you do righteousness; You have nothing to do with the righteousness of christ as your own applied yet unto you, except you do righteousness; pn22 vhb pix pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 d vvd av p-acp pn22, c-acp pn22 vdb n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 13
217 therefore have a care of your Conversations, that you may have evidence to your souls of the truth that there is in your hearts. Therefore have a care of your Conversations, that you may have evidence to your Souls of the truth that there is in your hearts. av vhb dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, cst pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp po22 n2 pp-f dt n1 cst pc-acp vbz p-acp po22 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 13
218 Secondly, Have a care of your Conversations that you may continue and encrease that which is within you; Secondly, Have a care of your Conversations that you may continue and increase that which is within you; ord, vhb dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 cst pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi d r-crq vbz p-acp pn22; (6) sermon (DIV2) 44 Page 14
219 certainlie those that make profession of Religion and have not a care of their conversations, they wil never continue in their profession, mark that, they may be a Comets a while, blasing-stars, Certainly those that make profession of Religion and have not a care of their conversations, they will never continue in their profession, mark that, they may be a Comets a while, blasing-stars, av-j d cst vvb n1 pp-f n1 cc vhb xx dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp po32 n1, vvb d, pns32 vmb vbi dt n2 dt n1, n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 44 Page 14
220 but they will vanish, & within a little while you shall find that their profession will wear away; but they will vanish, & within a little while you shall find that their profession will wear away; cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi, cc p-acp dt j cs pn22 vmb vvi cst po32 n1 vmb vvi av; (6) sermon (DIV2) 44 Page 14
221 where there is not a godly life together with profession, profession will vanish and come to nothing, their very common graces will be taken away from them if they have not a care of their lives, where there is not a godly life together with profession, profession will vanish and come to nothing, their very Common graces will be taken away from them if they have not a care of their lives, c-crq pc-acp vbz xx dt j n1 av p-acp n1, n1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pix, po32 j j n2 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp pno32 cs pns32 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 44 Page 14
222 but if they have a care of their lives they wil continue in the waies of godliness and grow up and encrease more and more. but if they have a care of their lives they will continue in the ways of godliness and grow up and increase more and more. cc-acp cs pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc vvi a-acp cc vvi av-dc cc av-dc. (6) sermon (DIV2) 44 Page 14
223 Thirdly, Have a care of your Conversations, that you may get honor in the very consciences of men. Quest. Thirdly, Have a care of your Conversations, that you may get honour in the very Consciences of men. Quest. ord, vhb dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, cst pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2. n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 14
224 Some will say, Should we have a care of our Conversations that we may get honor? some will say, Should we have a care of our Conversations that we may get honour? d vmb vvi, vmd pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cst pns12 vmb vvi n1? (6) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 14
225 Ans. Yes truly, a man may desire to have the testimony of the consciences of those that he lives withal, it's no matter for their talking this or that, Ans. Yes truly, a man may desire to have the testimony of the Consciences of those that he lives withal, it's no matter for their talking this or that, np1 uh av-j, dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d cst pns31 vvz av, pn31|vbz dx n1 p-acp po32 vvg d cc d, (6) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 14
226 but that you may get into their consciences, God gives you liberty for that. Fourthly, You by this means will be Instruments of a great deal of publick good, but that you may get into their Consciences, God gives you liberty for that. Fourthly, You by this means will be Instruments of a great deal of public good, cc-acp cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2, np1 vvz pn22 n1 p-acp d. ord, pn22 p-acp d n2 vmb vbi n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f j j, (6) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 14
227 if you live according to your profession, otherwise no body will regard you, you are reffuse, no man will imploy you, you will be contemn'd and slighted, if you live according to your profession, otherwise no body will regard you, you Are refuse, no man will employ you, you will be contemned and slighted, cs pn22 vvb vvg p-acp po22 n1, av dx n1 vmb vvi pn22, pn22 vbr n1, dx n1 vmb vvi pn22, pn22 vmb vbi vvd cc vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 48 Page 14
228 but when they see mens Conversations according to their profession, everie bodie loves to make use of these men, they know they shall find them faithful in whatsoever they are imployed, but when they see men's Conversations according to their profession, every body loves to make use of these men, they know they shall find them faithful in whatsoever they Are employed, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb ng2 n2 vvg p-acp po32 n1, d n1 vvz pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d n2, pns32 vvb pns32 vmb vvi pno32 j p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 48 Page 14
229 and so they come to the Instruments of much publick good. Fifthly, You will further a joyful account against the great day; and so they come to the Instruments of much public good. Fifthly, You will further a joyful account against the great day; cc av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j j. ord, pn22 vmb av-jc dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 48 Page 14
230 for you must be call'd to account, not only for your thoughts, and the inward workings of your hearts, for you must be called to account, not only for your thoughts, and the inward workings of your hearts, c-acp pn22 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, xx av-j p-acp po22 n2, cc dt j n2 pp-f po22 n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 49 Page 14
231 but for whatever you have done in the flesh, we must appear before the Judgment Seat of Christ to answer whatsoever is done in the flesh: but for whatever you have done in the Flesh, we must appear before the Judgement Seat of christ to answer whatsoever is done in the Flesh: cc-acp p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb vdn p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 49 Page 14
232 Oh be careful of your Conversations that so you may be able to give a comfortable accompt. O be careful of your Conversations that so you may be able to give a comfortable account. uh vbb j pp-f po22 n2 cst av pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 49 Page 14
233 Sixtly and lastly, Be careful of your Conversations in respect of your profession: Sixty and lastly, Be careful of your Conversations in respect of your profession: ord cc ord, vbb j pp-f po22 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f po22 n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 14
234 This should be the care of those that make profession, that we may keep up the succession of the honor nor of Religion from one generation to another: This should be the care of those that make profession, that we may keep up the succession of the honour nor of Religion from one generation to Another: d vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 ccx pp-f n1 p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn: (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 25
235 Heretofore there were some godly people that liv'd, and they kept up (in their generation) the honor of the profession of Religion, Wel-now, we are upon the stage of the world; Heretofore there were Some godly people that lived, and they kept up (in their generation) the honour of the profession of Religion, Wel-now, we Are upon the stage of the world; av a-acp vbdr d j n1 cst vvd, cc pns32 vvd a-acp (p-acp po32 n1) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, j, pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 25
236 and God looks upon us that we should in our generations keep up the succession of the honor of the profession of Religion: and God looks upon us that we should in our generations keep up the succession of the honour of the profession of Religion: cc np1 vvz p-acp pno12 cst pns12 vmd p-acp po12 n2 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 25
237 and so afterward in another generation, as men come upon the stage of the world and live here: and so afterwards in Another generation, as men come upon the stage of the world and live Here: cc av av p-acp j-jn n1, c-acp n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc vvi av: (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 25
238 God expects succeeding ages should keep up the honor of the profession of Religion in their times. God expects succeeding ages should keep up the honour of the profession of Religion in their times. np1 vvz vvg n2 vmd vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 25
239 And this one consideration might go to the very heart of ungodly men (if they would mind it) that it may be thou art the man or woman among others that keeps up in a continual succession enmity against God in the world; And this one consideration might go to the very heart of ungodly men (if they would mind it) that it may be thou art the man or woman among Others that keeps up in a continual succession enmity against God in the world; cc d crd n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2 (cs pns32 vmd vvi pn31) cst pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vb2r dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn cst vvz a-acp p-acp dt j n1 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 25
240 do but consider of the difference between these two, one mans Conversation is wicked, and anothers is holy and gracious, thou that livest wickedly this evil is charged upon thee, that thou art the man that joynest in this work to keep up a continued succession of enmity against God in the world, ever since Cains time there was an enmity against God, do but Consider of the difference between these two, one men Conversation is wicked, and another's is holy and gracious, thou that Livest wickedly this evil is charged upon thee, that thou art the man that joinest in this work to keep up a continued succession of enmity against God in the world, ever since Cains time there was an enmity against God, vdb p-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 p-acp d crd, crd ng1 n1 vbz j, cc ng1-jn vbz j cc j, pns21 cst vv2 av-j d n-jn vbz vvn p-acp pno21, cst pns21 vb2r dt n1 cst vv2 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, av c-acp np1 n1 a-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 25
241 and Cains posterity kept up the succession of it; and Cains posterity kept up the succession of it; cc np1 n1 vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 25
242 and so from one generation to another there hath been wicked men keeping up the succession of enmity against God, and so from one generation to Another there hath been wicked men keeping up the succession of enmity against God, cc av p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn pc-acp vhz vbn j n2 vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 25
243 and thou in thy generation art come to it, and this (it seems) is thy work: and thou in thy generation art come to it, and this (it seems) is thy work: cc pns21 p-acp po21 n1 vb2r vvn p-acp pn31, cc d (pn31 vvz) vbz po21 n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 25
244 but now on the other side, ever since Adams and Abels time, there hath bin godly men in the world, but now on the other side, ever since Adams and Abel's time, there hath been godly men in the world, cc-acp av p-acp dt j-jn n1, av c-acp npg1 cc npg1 n1, pc-acp vhz vbn j n2 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 25
245 and in every generation some have kept up the honor of profession: and in every generation Some have kept up the honour of profession: cc p-acp d n1 d vhb vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 25
246 and now, hath God been pleased to reveal his glorious Gospel to thy soul? why now, thou being careful of thy life and Conversation, God imploys thee in this work to keep up the succession of the honor of profession in the world. and now, hath God been pleased to reveal his glorious Gospel to thy soul? why now, thou being careful of thy life and Conversation, God employs thee in this work to keep up the succession of the honour of profession in the world. cc av, vhz np1 vbn vvn pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 p-acp po21 n1? uh-crq av, pns21 vbg j pp-f po21 n1 cc n1, np1 vvz pno21 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 25
247 And this is a comfortable life indeed. And thus we have done with the explication or the Point. And this is a comfortable life indeed. And thus we have done with the explication or the Point. cc d vbz dt j n1 av. cc av pns12 vhb vdn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 25
248 Now I shall only give you some passages for the Application of it. Now I shall only give you Some passages for the Application of it. av pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22 d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 25
249 Application. Application. n1. (7) part (DIV3) 52 Page 25
250 Only (saith the Apostle) let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of Christ. Only (Says the Apostle) let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of christ. av-j (vvz dt n1) vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) part (DIV3) 53 Page 25
251 Have a care of this above all things, Oh you would fain get more knowledg, Have a care of this above all things, O you would fain get more knowledge, vhb dt n1 pp-f d p-acp d n2, uh pn22 vmd av-j vvi dc n1, (7) part (DIV3) 53 Page 25
252 and be accounted somebody in the place where you live, and be an eminent professor where you live; and be accounted somebody in the place where you live, and be an eminent professor where you live; cc vbi vvn pi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pn22 vvb, cc vbb dt j n1 c-crq pn22 vvb; (7) part (DIV3) 53 Page 16
253 Well, whatsoever you would fain be accounted of, let it be your only care, that your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of Christ. Well, whatsoever you would fain be accounted of, let it be your only care, that your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of christ. av, r-crq pn22 vmd av-j vbi vvn pp-f, vvb pn31 vbi po22 j n1, cst po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) part (DIV3) 53 Page 16
254 Oh! this point speaks bitter things, and sharply rebukes the carelesness of the professors of the Gospel in point of their Conversation. Oh! this point speaks bitter things, and sharply rebukes the carelessness of the professors of the Gospel in point of their Conversation. uh d n1 vvz j n2, cc av-j n2 dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1. (7) part (DIV3) 53 Page 16
255 Oh Lord, how have we cause to bewail the loosnesse of the professors of the Gospel at this day! O Lord, how have we cause to bewail the looseness of the professors of the Gospel At this day! uh n1, q-crq vhb pns12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1! (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
256 and I fear, that some may be present whose consciences may tell them that they are very loose in the point of their Conversations. and I Fear, that Some may be present whose Consciences may tell them that they Are very lose in the point of their Conversations. cc pns11 vvb, cst d vmb vbi j r-crq n2 vmb vvi pno32 cst pns32 vbr av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
257 Thou professest thou knowest Jesus Christ, that the Lord hath made known the glorious Mysteries of the Gospel to thee; Thou professest thou Knowest jesus christ, that the Lord hath made known the glorious Mysteres of the Gospel to thee; pns21 vv2 pns21 vv2 uh-np np1, cst dt n1 vhz vvn vvn dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno21; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
258 What is thy life? Canst thou say as in the presence of God, that thy Conversation is answerable? I beseech you as in the presence of God, examin but this, see whether thou art able to say, Lord, thou knowest according to what light thou hast given me in the Gospel, it hath been my care to look to my Conversation, Oh that I might live to thy honor, What is thy life? Canst thou say as in the presence of God, that thy Conversation is answerable? I beseech you as in the presence of God, examine but this, see whither thou art able to say, Lord, thou Knowest according to what Light thou hast given me in the Gospel, it hath been my care to look to my Conversation, O that I might live to thy honour, q-crq vbz po21 n1? vm2 pns21 vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst po21 n1 vbz j? pns11 vvb pn22 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvi p-acp d, vvb cs pns21 vb2r j pc-acp vvi, n1, pns21 vv2 vvg p-acp r-crq n1 pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vhz vbn po11 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n1, uh cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp po21 n1, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
259 and be a witnesse to thy truth; and be a witness to thy truth; cc vbb dt n1 p-acp po21 n1; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
260 that I might hold forth thy image and further thy designs, and make up the dishonor that thou hast from others in the world; that I might hold forth thy image and further thy designs, and make up the dishonour that thou hast from Others in the world; cst pns11 vmd vvi av po21 n1 cc av-j po21 n2, cc vvi a-acp dt n1 cst pns21 vh2 p-acp n2-jn p-acp dt n1; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
261 and that I might convince wicked men, and stop the mouthes of those that are opposite; and that I might convince wicked men, and stop the mouths of those that Are opposite; cc cst pns11 vmd vvi j n2, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f d cst vbr j-jn; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
262 and that I might be a means to convert those that I live with, or otherwise to judge them; and that I might be a means to convert those that I live with, or otherwise to judge them; cc cst pns11 vmd vbi dt n2 pc-acp vvi d cst pns11 vvb p-acp, cc av pc-acp vvi pno32; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
263 Oh that I might rejoyce the hearts of the Saints, that they might lift up their heads with boldness because of me, that they may, O that I might rejoice the hearts of the Saints, that they might lift up their Heads with boldness Because of me, that they may, uh cst pns11 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1 c-acp pp-f pno11, cst pns32 vmb, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
264 and so I might be stablished and edified! Go along in the rest of the heads. and so I might be established and edified! Go along in the rest of the Heads. cc av pns11 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn! vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
265 Can thy conscience tell thee that thou hast done so? No, but its quite contrary in some. Can thy conscience tell thee that thou hast done so? No, but its quite contrary in Some. vmb po21 n1 vvb pno21 cst pns21 vh2 vdn av? uh-dx, cc-acp pn31|vbz av j-jn p-acp d. (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
266 The Lord speaks now to the consciences of those that this point concerns, that have been negligent in the point of their Conversation, thou art the man or woman that God hath as great dishonor from as from most in the world, The Lord speaks now to the Consciences of those that this point concerns, that have been negligent in the point of their Conversation, thou art the man or woman that God hath as great dishonour from as from most in the world, dt n1 vvz av p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst d n1 vvz, cst vhb vbn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns21 vb2r dt n1 cc n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp j n1 p-acp c-acp p-acp ds p-acp dt n1, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
267 yea certainly, there is no men upon the face of the earth that darkens the glory of the blessed God so much, yea Certainly, there is no men upon the face of the earth that darkens the glory of the blessed God so much, uh av-j, pc-acp vbz dx n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn np1 av av-d, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
268 as professors of Religion who live loosly, al the prophane ones, all your drunkards that reel up and down in the streets, as professors of Religion who live loosely, all the profane ones, all your drunkards that reel up and down in the streets, c-acp n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vvb av-j, d dt j pi2, d po22 n2 cst vvb a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n2, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
269 and your blasphemers, yea name what sinners you will, there is non that do darken the glorie of God so much as thou doest, who art loose in thy Conversation, and your blasphemers, yea name what Sinners you will, there is non that do darken the glory of God so much as thou dost, who art lose in thy Conversation, cc po22 n2, uh n1 q-crq n2 pn22 vmb, pc-acp vbz pix cst vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av av-d c-acp pns21 vd2, q-crq vb2r j p-acp po21 n1, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 16
270 and yet a professor of the Gospel, thou castest dirt upon the blessed Image of God, thou doest as much hinder the designe that God hath in the world as any men whatsoever, thou standest against the great works that God hath to do in the world, Oh wretch that thou art, what is this a time to be loose and wicked in? There was never a time that the Conversations of the professors of Religion were so pried into as now, and yet a professor of the Gospel, thou Chastest dirt upon the blessed Image of God, thou dost as much hinder the Design that God hath in the world as any men whatsoever, thou Standest against the great works that God hath to do in the world, O wretch that thou art, what is this a time to be lose and wicked in? There was never a time that the Conversations of the professors of Religion were so pried into as now, cc av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, pns21 vd2 c-acp d vvb dt n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp dt n1 c-acp d n2 r-crq, pns21 vv2 p-acp dt j n2 cst np1 vhz pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1, uh n1 cst pns21 vb2r, r-crq vbz d dt n1 pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp? pc-acp vbds av-x dt n1 cst dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 vbdr av vvd p-acp c-acp av, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
271 and never a time since Christian Religion was professed upon the earth that the loose Conversation of Professors have done more hurt; and never a time since Christian Religion was professed upon the earth that the lose Conversation of Professors have done more hurt; cc av-x dt n1 p-acp njp n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 cst dt j n1 pp-f n2 vhb vdn av-dc vvn; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
272 and I verily beleeve never a time wherein there were more loose Professors. and I verily believe never a time wherein there were more lose Professors. cc pns11 av-j vvb av-x dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vbdr av-dc j n2. (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
273 If so be that our fore-fathers that were godly and holie, and kept strict with God were now alive again, they would spit in the faces of manie that would think themselves eminent Professors of Religion, If so be that our Forefathers that were godly and holy, and kept strict with God were now alive again, they would spit in the faces of many that would think themselves eminent Professors of Religion, cs av vbb d po12 n2 cst vbdr j cc j, cc vvd j p-acp np1 vbdr av j av, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vmd vvi px32 j n2 pp-f n1, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
274 because of the looseness of their Conversations: Because of the looseness of their Conversations: c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2: (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
275 And this is the worst, that they can all put it upon Christ, and the Doctrine of Christ: And this is the worst, that they can all put it upon christ, and the Doctrine of christ: cc d vbz dt js, cst pns32 vmb d vvi pn31 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1: (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
276 but of that we shall speak more when we come to shew how our Conversation must be as becomes the Gospel of Christ: but of that we shall speak more when we come to show how our Conversation must be as becomes the Gospel of christ: cc-acp pp-f cst pns12 vmb vvi dc c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi c-crq po12 n1 vmb vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1: (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
277 Certainly it is that that is quite opposite to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Certainly it is that that is quite opposite to the Gospel of jesus christ. av-j pn31 vbz d cst vbz av j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
278 The Lord rebuke thee this day, and let this point be as a dart in thy liver, thou art the man that livest in this generation as if thou wert born to do mischief; The Lord rebuke thee this day, and let this point be as a dart in thy liver, thou art the man that Livest in this generation as if thou Wertenberg born to do mischief; dt n1 vvb pno21 d n1, cc vvb d n1 vbi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, pns21 vb2r dt n1 cst vv2 p-acp d n1 c-acp cs pns21 vbd2r vvn pc-acp vdi n1; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
279 no men live so as if they were born to do mischief as the Professors of the Gospel that live looslie in their Conversations: no men live so as if they were born to do mischief as the Professors of the Gospel that live loosely in their Conversations: dx n2 vvi av c-acp cs pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cst vvb av-j p-acp po32 n2: (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
280 If I should give a mark of a man that were born on purpose to do mischief, it's that man that lives in these times and walks looslie. If I should give a mark of a man that were born on purpose to do mischief, it's that man that lives in these times and walks loosely. cs pns11 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbdr vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi n1, pn31|vbz d n1 cst vvz p-acp d n2 cc n2 av-j. (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
281 What, doest thou convince wicked men, and stop the mouthes of wicked men? Oh no, thou hardenest them, What, dost thou convince wicked men, and stop the mouths of wicked men? O no, thou hardenest them, q-crq, vd2 pns21 vvi j n2, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f j n2? uh uh-dx, pns21 js pno32, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
282 and openest their mouthes, nay, all the scorns of Religion thou art charged with, and shalt be brought to an account for it; and openest their mouths, nay, all the scorns of Religion thou art charged with, and shalt be brought to an account for it; cc vv2 po32 n2, uh-x, d dt n2 pp-f n1 pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp, cc vm2 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
283 I say such as live looslie in their Conversations they shall be one day charged for all the scorn that is cast upon the profession of Religion, I say such as live loosely in their Conversations they shall be one day charged for all the scorn that is cast upon the profession of Religion, pns11 vvb d c-acp vvi av-j p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vmb vbi crd n1 vvn p-acp d dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
284 and for all the opposition of it, and for all the persecution of it, and for all the dishonor of it; and for all the opposition of it, and for all the persecution of it, and for all the dishonour of it; cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
285 it is because of you, you harden the hearts of wicked men, that they think they do God good service in following and persecuting such and such men so forward in Religion, it is Because of you, you harden the hearts of wicked men, that they think they do God good service in following and persecuting such and such men so forward in Religion, pn31 vbz p-acp pp-f pn22, pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f j n2, cst pns32 vvb pns32 vdb n1 j n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg d cc d n2 av av-j p-acp n1, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
286 for they think they are all like to you, what care they for mens talking and profession when they see your Conversation loose and wicked, for they think they Are all like to you, what care they for men's talking and profession when they see your Conversation lose and wicked, c-acp pns32 vvb pns32 vbr av-d av-j p-acp pn22, q-crq n1 pns32 p-acp ng2 vvg cc n1 c-crq pns32 vvb po22 n1 j cc j, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
287 therefore they be hardened by you; Therefore they be hardened by you; av pns32 vbb vvn p-acp pn22; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 17
288 and the Saints they fare the worse for you, they are ashamed of it, when they go in the streets and meet with some of their acquaintance, Oh say they, Do you not know such a one, what he did such a week in his house, and the Saints they fare the Worse for you, they Are ashamed of it, when they go in the streets and meet with Some of their acquaintance, O say they, Do you not know such a one, what he did such a Week in his house, cc dt n2 pns32 vvb dt jc p-acp pn22, pns32 vbr j pp-f pn31, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 cc vvi p-acp d pp-f po32 n1, uh vvb pno32, vdb pn22 xx vvi d dt pi, r-crq pns31 vdd d dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
289 how false he was, and how he plaid the knave? What! one that would go in a morning to hear, how false he was, and how he played the knave? What! one that would go in a morning to hear, c-crq j pns31 vbds, cc c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1? uh pi cst vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
290 and rise early in the winter time, and take so much pains, and yet do such and such things! and rise early in the winter time, and take so much pains, and yet do such and such things! cc vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 n1, cc vvb av d n2, cc av vdb d cc d n2! (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
291 it casts a mighty scorn upon all professors of Religion, and upon the Ministers of the Gospel, it Cast a mighty scorn upon all professors of Religion, and upon the Ministers of the Gospel, pn31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
292 and the waies of the Gospel, all (I say) is scorn'd and contemn'd and men be hardned against it, meerly for thy Conversation; and the ways of the Gospel, all (I say) is scorned and contemned and men be hardened against it, merely for thy Conversation; cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d (pns11 vvb) vbz vvn cc vvd cc n2 vbb vvn p-acp pn31, av-j p-acp po21 n1; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
293 and it may be some that were coming on, and began to think that the profession of Religion was the way to Heaven, and it may be Some that were coming on, and began to think that the profession of Religion was the Way to Heaven, cc pn31 vmb vbi d cst vbdr vvg a-acp, cc vvd pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds dt n1 p-acp n1, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
294 and for them to be more strict than they were, and to enquire after the waies of God more than before, and for them to be more strict than they were, and to inquire After the ways of God more than before, cc p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi av-dc j cs pns32 vbdr, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 av-dc cs a-acp, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
295 and to attend upon the Ministry of the Word; and to attend upon the Ministry of the Word; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
296 but since they heard of such a miscarriage, such loosness in such a ones Conversation, their hearts rise against it, but since they herd of such a miscarriage, such looseness in such a ones Conversation, their hearts rise against it, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvd pp-f d dt n1, d n1 p-acp d dt pi2 n1, po32 n2 vvi p-acp pn31, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
297 and they blesse themselves from such a way, God blesse me (say they) from such waies! and they bless themselves from such a Way, God bless me (say they) from such ways! cc pns32 vvb px32 p-acp d dt n1, np1 vvb pno11 (n1 pns32) p-acp d n2! (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
298 If this be the fruit of their profession, and of their talking of Religion, to do thus and thus! If this be the fruit of their profession, and of their talking of Religion, to do thus and thus! cs d vbb dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc pp-f po32 vvg pp-f n1, pc-acp vdi av cc av! (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
299 So that thou provest to be a stumbling block that others stumble at and perish by, So that thou Provest to be a stumbling block that Others Stumble At and perish by, av cst pns21 vv2 pc-acp vbi dt j-vvg n1 cst n2-jn vvb p-acp cc vvi p-acp, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
300 and dost thou think that (they stumbling and perishing at thy sins) that thou shalt go scot-free? Canst thou think that thou that art a means to send so many to Hell, that thou shalt not go thither thy self? Certainly there's no men in the world that are the causes of sending so many to Hell, and dost thou think that (they stumbling and perishing At thy Sins) that thou shalt go Scot free? Canst thou think that thou that art a means to send so many to Hell, that thou shalt not go thither thy self? Certainly there's no men in the world that Are the Causes of sending so many to Hell, cc vd2 pns21 vvi cst (pns32 vvg cc vvg p-acp po21 n2) cst pns21 vm2 vvi j? vm2 pns21 vvi cst pns21 cst vb2r dt n2 pc-acp vvi av d p-acp n1, cst pns21 vm2 xx vvi av po21 n1? av-j pc-acp|vbz dx n2 p-acp dt n1 cst vbr dt n2 pp-f vvg av d p-acp n1, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
301 as such as live loosly in their Conversations, when they make profession of Religion. as such as live loosely in their Conversations, when they make profession of Religion. c-acp d c-acp vvi av-j p-acp po32 n2, c-crq pns32 vvb n1 pp-f n1. (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
302 Canst thou have any evidence to thy soul that there is any work of grace in thee, Canst thou have any evidence to thy soul that there is any work of grace in thee, vm2 pns21 vhi d n1 p-acp po21 n1 cst pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
303 and yet live looslie? Oh! Christ and His Gospel will scorn such as thou art, such wicked loose ones, thou art a dishonor to Jesus Christ, a dishonor to the Gospel, and yet live loosely? Oh! christ and His Gospel will scorn such as thou art, such wicked lose ones, thou art a dishonour to jesus christ, a dishonour to the Gospel, cc av vvb av-j? uh np1 cc po31 n1 vmb vvi d c-acp pns21 vb2r, d j j pi2, pns21 vb2r dt n1 p-acp np1 np1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
304 and I may say of thee that dost so, as it was said of Judas, It had been happy if thou hadst never been born: and I may say of thee that dost so, as it was said of Judas, It had been happy if thou Hadst never been born: cc pns11 vmb vvi pp-f pno21 cst vd2 av, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn pp-f np1, pn31 vhd vbn j cs pns21 vhd2 av-x vbn vvn: (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
305 especially to be born in these times. especially to be born in these times. av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2. (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
306 But we shall meet with these again, when we come to the point in the particulars, But we shall meet with these again, when we come to the point in the particulars, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d av, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2-j, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
307 how we should walk as becomes the Gospel; this is but only in the general for such as are loose in their Conversations; how we should walk as becomes the Gospel; this is but only in the general for such as Are lose in their Conversations; c-crq pns12 vmd vvi a-acp vvz dt n1; d vbz cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp d c-acp vbr j p-acp po32 n2; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 18
308 for certainly this must be granted as an everlasting rule, That that man or woman which makes not conscience of every thing in their Conversations, makes conscience of nothing, for Certainly this must be granted as an everlasting Rule, That that man or woman which makes not conscience of every thing in their Conversations, makes conscience of nothing, c-acp av-j d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst d n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz xx n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp po32 n2, vvz n1 pp-f pix, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 19
309 if there be anie that upon deliberation, and knowing this or that to be sin beforehand, if there be any that upon deliberation, and knowing this or that to be since beforehand, cs pc-acp vbb d cst p-acp n1, cc vvg d cc cst pc-acp vbi n1 av, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 19
310 and yet for by and base ends, will sin to get monie, or the like, and yet for by and base ends, will sin to get money, or the like, cc av c-acp p-acp cc j n2, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n1, cc dt j, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 19
311 and so think to gain or free themselves from some trouble, by going against their light, and so think to gain or free themselves from Some trouble, by going against their Light, cc av vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi px32 p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg p-acp po32 n1, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 19
312 and that upon deliberation, let that man or woman know that they can have no evidence that they ever made conscience of anie one thing: and that upon deliberation, let that man or woman know that they can have no evidence that they ever made conscience of any one thing: cc cst p-acp n1, vvb d n1 cc n1 vvb cst pns32 vmb vhi dx n1 cst pns32 av vvd n1 pp-f d crd n1: (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 19
313 He that breaks one Commandement breaks all; He that breaks one Commandment breaks all; pns31 cst vvz crd n1 vvz d; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 19
314 and there is such a bond in the Commandements, and conscience doth knit the bond so uniformlie, that where there is one bond thus broken, the truth is, all is broken: and there is such a bound in the commandments, and conscience does knit the bound so uniformly, that where there is one bound thus broken, the truth is, all is broken: cc pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt n2, cc n1 vdz vvi dt n1 av av-j, cst c-crq pc-acp vbz crd n1 av vvn, dt n1 vbz, d vbz vvn: (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 19
315 Knowest thou not (saith Saint James) Oh vain man, what doest thou talk of faith if there be no works? thou art a vain man and thou doest deceive thy self. Knowest thou not (Says Faint James) O vain man, what dost thou talk of faith if there be no works? thou art a vain man and thou dost deceive thy self. vv2 pns21 xx (vvz j np1) uh j n1, q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi pp-f n1 cs pc-acp vbb dx n2? pns21 vb2r dt j n1 cc pns21 vd2 vvi po21 n1. (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 19
316 Certainlie those men that are loose in their Conversations, if God doth not humble them, Certainly those men that Are lose in their Conversations, if God does not humble them, av-j d n2 cst vbr j p-acp po32 n2, cs np1 vdz xx vvi pno32, (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 19
317 and bring down their hearts, they will grow in time not onlie to lose their profession (as I said) but to be enemies to those that are stricter than themselves; and bring down their hearts, they will grow in time not only to loose their profession (as I said) but to be enemies to those that Are Stricter than themselves; cc vvb a-acp po32 n2, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 xx av-j pc-acp vvi po32 n1 (c-acp pns11 vvd) cc-acp pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp d cst vbr jc cs px32; (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 19
318 that is, when men have corrupt hearts, and cannot get up to that height of strictness that others do, they fall to persecute that way which is above them. that is, when men have corrupt hearts, and cannot get up to that height of strictness that Others do, they fallen to persecute that Way which is above them. d vbz, c-crq n2 vhb j n2, cc vmbx vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cst n2-jn vdb, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno32. (7) part (DIV3) 54 Page 19
319 First, They begin to envie others that live better than themselves, and after having envied them, First, They begin to envy Others that live better than themselves, and After having envied them, ord, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi n2-jn cst vvb av-jc cs px32, cc p-acp vhg vvn pno32, (7) part (DIV3) 55 Page 19
320 then they will begin to have their hearts rise against them, and to hate them, and after hating to speak against them, and after speaking against them, to persecute them, then they will begin to have their hearts rise against them, and to hate them, and After hating to speak against them, and After speaking against them, to persecute them, cs pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi po32 n2 vvi p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pno32, cc p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc p-acp vvg p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32, (7) part (DIV3) 55 Page 19
321 and thus by degrees men that have been forward professors, now they grow as bitter persecutors as others, Oh therefore look to your Conversations. and thus by Degrees men that have been forward professors, now they grow as bitter persecutors as Others, O Therefore look to your Conversations. cc av p-acp n2 n2 cst vhb vbn j n2, av pns32 vvb p-acp j n2 c-acp n2-jn, uh av vvb p-acp po22 n2. (7) part (DIV3) 55 Page 19
322 And that should have been the exhortation, Christians be careful of your Conversations in your families, be careful there. And that should have been the exhortation, Christians be careful of your Conversations in your families, be careful there. cc cst vmd vhi vbn dt n1, np1 vbb j pp-f po22 n2 p-acp po22 n2, vbb j a-acp. (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 19
323 Psal. 101. 1. you have an excellent Scripture of Davids professing his care of his Conversation in his familie, Psalm 101. 1. you have an excellent Scripture of Davids professing his care of his Conversation in his family, np1 crd crd pn22 vhb dt j n1 pp-f npg1 vvg po31 n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 19
324 how he would walk, I will behave my self wisely in a perfect way: how he would walk, I will behave my self wisely in a perfect Way: c-crq pns31 vmd vvi, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 av-j p-acp dt j n1: (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 19
325 when wilt thou come unto me? I will walke within my house with a perfect heart. when wilt thou come unto me? I will walk within my house with a perfect heart. c-crq vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno11? pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt j n1. (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 19
326 Oh I beseech you look to this Scripture; I will behave my self wiselie in a perfect way; O I beseech you look to this Scripture; I will behave my self wisely in a perfect Way; uh pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp d n1; pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 av-j p-acp dt j n1; (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 19
327 mark, I'le look that my way may be perfect, everie way right and square to the world, mark, I'll look that my Way may be perfect, every Way right and square to the world, vvb, pns11|vmb vvi d po11 n1 vmb vbi j, d n1 j-jn cc n-jn p-acp dt n1, (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 19
328 and when it is so, I will labor to behave my self wiselie, I will not carrie my self foolishlie in those waies that are good: and when it is so, I will labour to behave my self wisely, I will not carry my self foolishly in those ways that Are good: cc c-crq pn31 vbz av, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po11 n1 av-j, pns11 vmb xx vvi po11 n1 av-j p-acp d n2 cst vbr j: (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 19
329 and then, Oh when wilt thou come unto me? Mark, it was a time that God was absent from him, and then, O when wilt thou come unto me? Mark, it was a time that God was absent from him, cc av, uh q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno11? vvb, pn31 vbds dt n1 cst np1 vbds j p-acp pno31, (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
330 and yet then he professes that he will behave himself wiselie in a perfect way; and I wil walk in my house with a perfect heart: and yet then he Professes that he will behave himself wisely in a perfect Way; and I will walk in my house with a perfect heart: cc av cs pns31 vvz cst pns31 vmb vvi px31 av-j p-acp dt j n1; cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt j n1: (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
331 There are some that make profession of Religion indeed, and if you come to them before other companie, There Are Some that make profession of Religion indeed, and if you come to them before other company, a-acp vbr d cst vvb n1 pp-f n1 av, cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp j-jn n1, (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
332 then their conversations seem to be very fair and square; then their conversations seem to be very fair and square; cs po32 n2 vvb pc-acp vbi av j cc n-jn; (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
333 but if you do but follow them to their families, and see what they do there, Oh those that live with them in their families, but if you do but follow them to their families, and see what they do there, O those that live with them in their families, cc-acp cs pn22 vdb p-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvb r-crq pns32 vdb a-acp, uh d cst vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2, (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
334 after they have been abroad in companie shall see in what guiz they come home. After they have been abroad in company shall see in what guiz they come home. c-acp pns32 vhb vbn av p-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq av pns32 vvb av-an. (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
335 Shal they see their conversations to be holy as becomes the Gospel of Jesus Christ? But thus it was with David, saith David, Let those that live with me in my house mark me as narrowlie as they can; Shall they see their conversations to be holy as becomes the Gospel of jesus christ? But thus it was with David, Says David, Let those that live with me in my house mark me as narrowly as they can; vmb pns32 vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vbi j c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1? p-acp av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, vvz np1, vvb d cst vvb p-acp pno11 p-acp po11 n1 vvb pno11 a-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vmb; (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
336 I will walk in my house with a perfect heart; what I am in the Congregation or among those that are godly, or any company; I will walk in my house with a perfect heart; what I am in the Congregation or among those that Are godly, or any company; pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt j n1; r-crq pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp d cst vbr j, cc d n1; (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
337 I will be in my family, that those in my family shall see my Conversation to be thus and thus. I will be in my family, that those in my family shall see my Conversation to be thus and thus. pns11 vmb vbi p-acp po11 n1, cst d p-acp po11 n1 vmb vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vbi av cc av. (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
338 Oh that professors of Religion would look to this, not only to live before others in the parish or the town where they live, O that professors of Religion would look to this, not only to live before Others in the parish or the town where they live, uh cst n2 pp-f n1 vmd vvi p-acp d, xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb, (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
339 but to walk in their familie with a perfect heart, so as all in their family may even bless them and say, Oh how doth my Master or Mistriss walk! but to walk in their family with a perfect heart, so as all in their family may even bless them and say, O how does my Master or Mistress walk! cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1, av c-acp d p-acp po32 n1 vmb av vvi pno32 cc vvb, uh q-crq vdz po11 n1 cc n1 vvb! (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
340 how graciously in their whol course from morning to night! how graciously in their Whole course from morning to night! c-crq av-j p-acp po32 j-jn n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1! (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
341 observe them in all their waies and you shall not be able almost to see anie miscarriage in them: observe them in all their ways and you shall not be able almost to see any miscarriage in them: vvb pno32 p-acp d po32 n2 cc pn22 vmb xx vbi j av pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno32: (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
342 Oh that's excellent, when a man shall have a better testimony even from those in his familie than from those that are strangers; O that's excellent, when a man shall have a better testimony even from those in his family than from those that Are Strangers; uh d|vbz j, c-crq dt n1 vmb vhi dt jc n1 av p-acp d p-acp po31 n1 cs p-acp d cst vbr n2; (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
343 it may be they think though thou makest profession of Religion, yet all things are not answerable; it may be they think though thou Makest profession of Religion, yet all things Are not answerable; pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vvb cs pns21 vv2 n1 pp-f n1, av d n2 vbr xx j; (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
344 but those that see it everie day can testifie all things are answerable; but those that see it every day can testify all things Are answerable; cc-acp d cst vvb pn31 d n1 vmb vvi d n2 vbr j; (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
345 thus it should be wth every Christian that professes the Gospel, to walk with a perfect heart in the midst of his family, thus it should be with every Christian that Professes the Gospel, to walk with a perfect heart in the midst of his family, av pn31 vmd vbi p-acp d np1 cst vvz dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
346 & so to converse in the world. Divers Arguments I shall give you, to stir you up to look to your Conversations. & so to converse in the world. Diverse Arguments I shall give you, to stir you up to look to your Conversations. cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. j n2 pns11 vmb vvi pn22, pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2. (7) part (DIV3) 56 Page 20
347 1. Arg. First, It is the mercy of God that you have your Conversations among men to this day, that you have not your Conversations among Devils and Reprobates, it might have been your portion that your Conversation might have been among Devils and Reprobates, God might have sent you down to your own place to have conversed with them. 1. Argument First, It is the mercy of God that you have your Conversations among men to this day, that you have not your Conversations among Devils and Reprobates, it might have been your portion that your Conversation might have been among Devils and Reprobates, God might have sent you down to your own place to have conversed with them. crd np1 ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pn22 vhb po22 n2 p-acp n2 p-acp d n1, cst pn22 vhb xx po22 n2 p-acp n2 cc n2-jn, pn31 vmd vhi vbn po22 n1 cst po22 n1 vmd vhi vbn p-acp n2 cc n2-jn, np1 vmd vhi vvn pn22 a-acp p-acp po22 d n1 pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp pno32. (7) part (DIV3) 57 Page 20
348 Let this be an Argument for you to look to your Conversations. Let this be an Argument for you to look to your Conversations. vvb d vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2. (7) part (DIV3) 57 Page 20
349 2. Arg. Secondly consider this, Wicked and carnal men (among whom you live) have no skill in the principles that you walk by, 2. Argument Secondly Consider this, Wicked and carnal men (among whom you live) have no skill in the principles that you walk by, crd np1 ord vvb d, j cc j n2 (p-acp ro-crq pn22 vvb) vhb dx n1 p-acp dt n2 cst pn22 vvb p-acp, (7) part (DIV3) 58 Page 20
350 but they have skill in your lives and Conversations, they are able to pass judgment upon your lives and Conversations, but not of your principles. but they have skill in your lives and Conversations, they Are able to pass judgement upon your lives and Conversations, but not of your principles. cc-acp pns32 vhb n1 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2, cc-acp xx pp-f po22 n2. (7) part (DIV3) 58 Page 21
351 Godlie people are acted by such and such principles that are mysteries to carnal men; but when it comes to their lives they can understand them; Godly people Are acted by such and such principles that Are Mysteres to carnal men; but when it comes to their lives they can understand them; j n1 vbr vvn p-acp d cc d n2 cst vbr n2 p-acp j n2; cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vmb vvi pno32; (7) part (DIV3) 58 Page 21
352 they cannot search into their principles, whether such a Doctrine be true or no, or such a thing be according to such a Scripture, they cannot search into their principles, whither such a Doctrine be true or no, or such a thing be according to such a Scripture, pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp po32 n2, cs d dt n1 vbi j cc uh-dx, cc d dt n1 vbb vvg p-acp d dt n1, (7) part (DIV3) 58 Page 21
353 whether there be a right interpretation of such a Scripture that carries them on in such a way, they take no pains to look after this, whither there be a right Interpretation of such a Scripture that carries them on in such a Way, they take no pains to look After this, cs pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1 pp-f d dt n1 cst vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp d dt n1, pns32 vvb dx n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d, (7) part (DIV3) 58 Page 21
354 but they look to your lives, there they have skill to discern how you walk, but they look to your lives, there they have skill to discern how you walk, cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po22 n2, a-acp pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq pn22 vvb, (7) part (DIV3) 58 Page 21
355 and whether you walk to the rule or not in your lives and Conversations, and therefore let it be your great care to look to your Conversations. and whither you walk to the Rule or not in your lives and Conversations, and Therefore let it be your great care to look to your Conversations. cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc xx p-acp po22 n2 cc n2, cc av vvb pn31 vbi po22 j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2. (7) part (DIV3) 58 Page 21
356 3. Arg. A third motive is this, There are some things that you cannot but do, that will displease wicked men, 3. Argument A third motive is this, There Are Some things that you cannot but do, that will displease wicked men, crd np1 dt ord n1 vbz d, pc-acp vbr d n2 cst pn22 vmbx cc-acp vdb, cst vmb vvi j n2, (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 21
357 if you will act according to your Principles. if you will act according to your Principles. cs pn22 vmb vvi vvg p-acp po22 n2. (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 21
358 Well, but this should make thee so much the more careful of thy Conversation in all other things, that so wicked men may be convinc'd, that if such men do some things that I do not understand, Well, but this should make thee so much the more careful of thy Conversation in all other things, that so wicked men may be convinced, that if such men do Some things that I do not understand, av, cc-acp d vmd vvi pno21 av av-d dt av-dc j pp-f po21 n1 p-acp d j-jn n2, cst av j n2 vmb vbi vvd, cst cs d n2 vdb d n2 cst pns11 vdb xx vvi, (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 21
359 yet surelie it is for some thing that God hath made known to them more than to me, yet surely it is for Some thing that God hath made known to them more than to me, av av-j pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 cst np1 vhz vvn vvn p-acp pno32 av-dc cs p-acp pno11, (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 21
360 for I find this, that in all things that I do understand there they walk exactly, for I find this, that in all things that I do understand there they walk exactly, c-acp pns11 vvb d, cst p-acp d n2 cst pns11 vdb vvi a-acp pns32 vvb av-j, (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 21
361 therfore though there be some things that they do that I cannot understand, why should I be enraged against them? As now in point of institution of Worship, which doth not depend upon the light of Nature at all, Therefore though there be Some things that they do that I cannot understand, why should I be enraged against them? As now in point of Institution of Worship, which does not depend upon the Light of Nature At all, av c-acp pc-acp vbb d n2 cst pns32 vdb cst pns11 vmbx vvi, q-crq vmd pns11 vbi vvn p-acp pno32? p-acp av p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vdz xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 21
362 but meerly upon Scripture, and such and such interpretations of Scripture; and such principles wicked men have no skill in: but merely upon Scripture, and such and such interpretations of Scripture; and such principles wicked men have no skill in: cc-acp av-j p-acp n1, cc d cc d n2 pp-f n1; cc d n2 j n2 vhb dx n1 p-acp: (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 21
363 Now the professors of Religion they are tyed up by institution, and by the words of Scripture thus interpreted, which they think in their consciences is the truth, they having compared all things together think this is the mind of Christ rather than the other, Now the professors of Religion they Are tied up by Institution, and by the words of Scripture thus interpreted, which they think in their Consciences is the truth, they having compared all things together think this is the mind of christ rather than the other, av dt n2 pp-f n1 pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 av vvn, r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2 vbz dt n1, pns32 vhg vvn d n2 av vvb d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 av cs dt n-jn, (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 21
364 and so long as they think thus they must follow it: and so long as they think thus they must follow it: cc av av-j c-acp pns32 vvb av pns32 vmb vvi pn31: (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 21
365 Now there's many of these things that carnal men understand not, (for they take no pains to search into them) and therefore they will be angry with you for them; Now there's many of these things that carnal men understand not, (for they take no pains to search into them) and Therefore they will be angry with you for them; av pc-acp|vbz d pp-f d n2 cst j n2 vvb xx, (c-acp pns32 vvb dx n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32) cc av pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pn22 p-acp pno32; (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 21
366 and indeed they will have cause to be angry with you for those things they understand not, and indeed they will have cause to be angry with you for those things they understand not, cc av pns32 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn22 p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb xx, (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 21
367 if they see you make no conscience of those things that they understand; if they see you make no conscience of those things that they understand; cs pns32 vvb pn22 vvb dx n1 pp-f d n2 cst pns32 vvb; (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 21
368 but if in other things that they do understand you walk circumspectly, and that it appear to them that in those things they understand they walk conscionably, but if in other things that they do understand you walk circumspectly, and that it appear to them that in those things they understand they walk Conscionably, cc-acp cs p-acp j-jn n2 cst pns32 vdb vvi pn22 vvb av-j, cc cst pn31 vvi p-acp pno32 d p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb pns32 vvb av-j, (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 22
369 then they will beleeve that it was meer conscience that made you differ from them in those things which they understood not, or had no skill in; then they will believe that it was mere conscience that made you differ from them in those things which they understood not, or had no skill in; cs pns32 vmb vvi cst pn31 vbds j n1 cst vvd pn22 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp d n2 r-crq pns32 vvd xx, cc vhd dx n1 p-acp; (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 22
370 this will make them ready to stand for you, yea to speak and plead for you (no such way to get true libertie of conscience as this is) if you be careful to walk blameleslie in all those things that they understand with whom you converse; this will make them ready to stand for you, yea to speak and plead for you (not such Way to get true liberty of conscience as this is) if you be careful to walk blamelessly in all those things that they understand with whom you converse; d vmb vvi pno32 j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, uh p-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn22 (xx d n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 pp-f n1 c-acp d vbz) cs pn22 vbb j pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d d n2 cst pns32 vvb p-acp ro-crq pn22 vvb; (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 22
371 they will be convinced in their consciences that if these men differ from us, it's conscience that makes them differ, they will be convinced in their Consciences that if these men differ from us, it's conscience that makes them differ, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2 cst cs d n2 vvb p-acp pno12, pn31|vbz n1 cst vvz pno32 vvi, (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 22
372 for (say they) we find that in all those things we understand these men walk conscionablie. for (say they) we find that in all those things we understand these men walk Conscionably. c-acp (vvb pns32) pns12 vvb cst p-acp d d n2 pns12 vvb d n2 vvb av-j. (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 22
373 Certainlie a holie Conversation will make manie men (even carnal men themselves) plead for libertie of conscience (so far as things be not destructive to godliness or the Kingdom) for such men, they will say, were they all such men as these men are they might verie wel be born withal, Certainly a holy Conversation will make many men (even carnal men themselves) plead for liberty of conscience (so Far as things be not destructive to godliness or the Kingdom) for such men, they will say, were they all such men as these men Are they might very well be born withal, av-j dt j n1 vmb vvi d n2 (av j n2 px32) vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1 (av av-j c-acp n2 vbb xx j p-acp n1 cc dt n1) p-acp d n2, pns32 vmb vvi, vbdr pns32 d d n2 c-acp d n2 vbr pns32 n1 av av vbi vvn av, (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 22
374 for they differ in nothing but that conscience puts them upon, (say they) for we find them in all their waies square and just, they walk conscionablie. for they differ in nothing but that conscience puts them upon, (say they) for we find them in all their ways square and just, they walk Conscionably. c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pix cc-acp cst n1 vvz pno32 p-acp, (vvb pns32) c-acp pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp d po32 n2 j-jn cc j, pns32 vvb av-j. (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 22
375 Therefore be careful of your Conversations, because in some things you cannot but do that which will displease wicked men. Therefore be careful of your Conversations, Because in Some things you cannot but do that which will displease wicked men. av vbb j pp-f po22 n2, c-acp p-acp d n2 pn22 vmbx cc-acp vdb d r-crq vmb vvi j n2. (7) part (DIV3) 59 Page 22
376 4. Arg. Fourthlie, Consider that your lives are but short, within a while you must have your Conversations either among Devils or Angels, one of the two; 4. Argument Fourthly, Consider that your lives Are but short, within a while you must have your Conversations either among Devils or Angels, one of the two; crd np1 ord, vvb cst po22 n2 vbr cc-acp j, p-acp dt n1 pn22 vmb vhi po22 n2 av-d p-acp n2 cc n2, crd pp-f dt crd; (7) part (DIV3) 60 Page 22
377 and how soon it may be, only God knows. and how soon it may be, only God knows. cc c-crq av pn31 vmb vbi, j np1 vvz. (7) part (DIV3) 60 Page 22
378 Now then I would appeal and put this to your consciences, Are your Conversations now, such as can give you comfort? Oh I hope within a while I shall have my Conversation among Angels; Now then I would appeal and put this to your Consciences, are your Conversations now, such as can give you Comfort? O I hope within a while I shall have my Conversation among Angels; av av pns11 vmd vvi cc vvi d p-acp po22 n2, vbr po22 n2 av, d c-acp vmb vvi pn22 n1? uh pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pns11 vmb vhi po11 n1 p-acp n2; (7) part (DIV3) 60 Page 22
379 I desire now that the will of God may be done in earth as it is in heaven, I desire now that the will of God may be done in earth as it is in heaven, pns11 vvb av cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vdn p-acp n1 c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1, (7) part (DIV3) 60 Page 22
380 and that my familie and life were as it were a heaven, I would fain have my Conversation in heaven now, and that my family and life were as it were a heaven, I would fain have my Conversation in heaven now, cc cst po11 n1 cc n1 vbdr p-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1, pns11 vmd av-j vhb po11 n1 p-acp n1 av, (7) part (DIV3) 60 Page 22
381 and this gives me some good hope that my Conversation shall be with Angels within a while. and this gives me Some good hope that my Conversation shall be with Angels within a while. cc d vvz pno11 d j n1 cst po11 n1 vmb vbi p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1. (7) part (DIV3) 60 Page 22
382 But on the other side, Will not mens consciences mis-give them, if you would make a judgment of what your Conversation shall be within a while by that they are now? are not the Conversations of many of you in your families, But on the other side, Will not men's Consciences misgive them, if you would make a judgement of what your Conversation shall be within a while by that they Are now? Are not the Conversations of many of you in your families, cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, vmb xx ng2 n2 j pno32, cs pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq po22 n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 p-acp cst pns32 vbr av? vbr xx dt n2 pp-f d pp-f pn22 p-acp po22 n2, (7) part (DIV3) 61 Page 22
383 and when you come in some companie more like to those that are appointed to have their Conversation among Devils? and when you come in Some company more like to those that Are appointed to have their Conversation among Devils? cc c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp d n1 av-dc av-j p-acp d cst vbr vvn pc-acp vhi po32 n1 p-acp n2? (7) part (DIV3) 61 Page 22
384 Why? what's done among Devils? there's hatred Religion, and of God, and of his Saints, there's railing and blaspheming, the Devils they accuse the Brethren, Why? what's done among Devils? there's hatred Religion, and of God, and of his Saints, there's railing and blaspheming, the Devils they accuse the Brothers, q-crq? q-crq|vbz vdn p-acp n2? pc-acp|vbz n1 n1, cc pp-f np1, cc pp-f po31 n2, pc-acp|vbz n-vvg cc vvg, dt n2 pns32 vvb dt n2, (7) part (DIV3) 62 Page 23
385 and blaspheme the Name of God; and Blaspheme the Name of God; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) part (DIV3) 62 Page 23
386 And what is your Conversation otherwise than theirs? Know, that your Conversation is such as is an evident fore-runner, that if you continue as now you are, that within a while your Conversation will be among Devils; And what is your Conversation otherwise than theirs? Know, that your Conversation is such as is an evident forerunner, that if you continue as now you Are, that within a while your Conversation will be among Devils; cc q-crq vbz po22 n1 av cs png32? vvb, cst po22 n1 vbz d c-acp vbz dt j n1, cst cs pn22 vvb c-acp av pn22 vbr, cst p-acp dt n1 po22 n1 vmb vbi p-acp n2; (7) part (DIV3) 62 Page 23
387 for that's the most sutable to you. And my Brethren consider further, The eyes of the world, yea the eyes of God, for that's the most suitable to you. And my Brothers Consider further, The eyes of the world, yea the eyes of God, p-acp d|vbz dt av-ds j p-acp pn22. cc po11 n2 vvb av-jc, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, uh dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) part (DIV3) 62 Page 23
388 and of Christ, and the Angels are upon you, to see how grace acts in your Conversations; and of christ, and the Angels Are upon you, to see how grace acts in your Conversations; cc pp-f np1, cc dt n2 vbr p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi c-crq n1 vvz p-acp po22 n2; (7) part (DIV3) 63 Page 23
389 the eyes of the world are upon you watching for your halting, and rejoycing: remember but this; the eyes of the world Are upon you watching for your halting, and rejoicing: Remember but this; dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp pn22 vvg p-acp po22 n-vvg, cc vvg: vvb p-acp d; (7) part (DIV3) 63 Page 23
390 that your Conversations are not onlie before men, but the eyes of God, and Christ, and His holy Angels, they look upon you where ever you are; that your Conversations Are not only before men, but the eyes of God, and christ, and His holy Angels, they look upon you where ever you Are; cst po22 n2 vbr xx av-j p-acp n2, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc np1, cc po31 j n2, pns32 vvb p-acp pn22 c-crq av pn22 vbr; (7) part (DIV3) 63 Page 23
391 when you are in your familie, there God, Christ, and His holie Angels stand looking upon you to see what your Conversation is with your wife, husband, children, servants; when you Are in your family, there God, christ, and His holy Angels stand looking upon you to see what your Conversation is with your wife, husband, children, Servants; c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp po22 n1, a-acp np1, np1, cc po31 j n2 vvb vvg p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi r-crq po22 n1 vbz p-acp po22 n1, n1, n2, n2; (7) part (DIV3) 63 Page 23
392 when you come into companie, there the Lord God, and Jesus Christ, and Angels stand looking upon you: when you come into company, there the Lord God, and jesus christ, and Angels stand looking upon you: c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp n1, a-acp dt n1 np1, cc np1 np1, cc n2 vvb vvg p-acp pn22: (7) part (DIV3) 63 Page 23
393 and therfore look to your Conversations. And besides, The eyes of wicked men are upon you, they watch for your haulting, and Therefore look to your Conversations. And beside, The eyes of wicked men Are upon you, they watch for your halting, cc av vvb p-acp po22 n2. cc p-acp, dt n2 pp-f j n2 vbr p-acp pn22, pns32 vvb p-acp po22 n-vvg, (7) part (DIV3) 63 Page 23
394 and they would rejoice to see any thing that they might have against you. and they would rejoice to see any thing that they might have against you. cc pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 cst pns32 vmd vhi p-acp pn22. (7) part (DIV3) 64 Page 23
395 That place that we had before, in 1 Pet. 2. 12. where the Holie Ghost saith, That whereas they speak against you as evil doers, they may by your good works which they shall behold, glorifie God in the day of visitation. The word is thus: That place that we had before, in 1 Pet. 2. 12. where the Holy Ghost Says, That whereas they speak against you as evil doers, they may by your good works which they shall behold, Glorify God in the day of Visitation. The word is thus: cst n1 cst pns12 vhd a-acp, p-acp crd np1 crd crd n1 dt j n1 vvz, cst cs pns32 vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp j-jn n2, pns32 vmb p-acp po22 j n2 r-crq pns32 vmb vvi, vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 vbz av: (7) part (DIV3) 64 Page 23
396 that is, Beholding with a narrow circumspection; it is not onlie seeing, but with a narrow circumspection: that is, Beholding with a narrow circumspection; it is not only seeing, but with a narrow circumspection: cst vbz, vvg p-acp dt j n1; pn31 vbz xx av-j vvg, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1: (7) part (DIV3) 64 Page 23
397 Oh! it's an excellent thing, that when wicked men bend their eyes and look narrowlie upon the Saints, Oh! it's an excellent thing, that when wicked men bend their eyes and look narrowly upon the Saints, uh pn31|vbz dt j n1, cst c-crq j n2 vvb po32 n2 cc vvb av-j p-acp dt n2, (7) part (DIV3) 64 Page 23
398 and would be glad and rejoice if they could find them halting, yet that they are able to find nothing. and would be glad and rejoice if they could find them halting, yet that they Are able to find nothing. cc vmd vbi j cc vvi cs pns32 vmd vvi pno32 vvg, av cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi pix. (7) part (DIV3) 64 Page 23
399 As it was said of Christ, the Pharisees sent to watch Him, but they could find nothing amiss in Him. As it was said of christ, the Pharisees sent to watch Him, but they could find nothing amiss in Him. p-acp pn31 vbds vvn pp-f np1, dt np2 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, cc-acp pns32 vmd vvi pix av p-acp pno31. (7) part (DIV3) 64 Page 23
400 And so though others should be sent on purpose to watch your lives, yet your lives should be so exact that they might find nothing amisse in you. And so though Others should be sent on purpose to watch your lives, yet your lives should be so exact that they might find nothing amiss in you. cc av c-acp n2-jn vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2, av po22 n2 vmd vbi av j cst pns32 vmd vvi pix av p-acp pn22. (7) part (DIV3) 64 Page 23
401 And I conclude all with that excellent promise that we have to such as are careful of their Conversations. And I conclude all with that excellent promise that we have to such as Are careful of their Conversations. cc pns11 vvb d p-acp cst j n1 cst pns12 vhb p-acp d c-acp vbr j pp-f po32 n2. (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 23
402 In Psalm. 50. 23. These times you all crie out of, as dangerous times: In Psalm. 50. 23. These times you all cry out of, as dangerous times: p-acp np1. crd crd d n2 pn22 d vvb av pp-f, c-acp j n2: (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
403 Mark, that one Scripture will help you that are careful of your Conversations, against the danger of the times wherein we live: Mark, that one Scripture will help you that Are careful of your Conversations, against the danger of the times wherein we live: vvb, cst pi n1 vmb vvi pn22 cst vbr j pp-f po22 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 c-crq pns12 vvb: (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
404 Who se offereth praise, glorifieth me; and to him that ordereth his Conversation aright, will I shew the Salvation of God. Who se Offereth praise, Glorifieth me; and to him that Ordereth his Conversation aright, will I show the Salvation of God. r-crq zz vvz n1, vvz pno11; cc p-acp pno31 cst vvz po31 n1 av, vmb pns11 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
405 These are times that you are called upon for praises and thanksgiving for mercies, we are bound to do that: These Are times that you Are called upon for praises and thanksgiving for Mercies, we Are bound to do that: d vbr n2 cst pn22 vbr vvn p-acp p-acp n2 cc n1 p-acp n2, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vdi d: (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
406 but mark, Do not put off God with a verbal praise: it's true, he that offereth praise, honoreth me; but mark, Do not put off God with a verbal praise: it's true, he that Offereth praise, Honoureth me; cc-acp vvb, vdb xx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1: pn31|vbz j, pns31 cst vvz n1, vvz pno11; (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
407 but yet together there must be an ordering of our Conversations; and to him that ordereth his Conversation aright, will I shesh the Salvation of God: but yet together there must be an ordering of our Conversations; and to him that Ordereth his Conversation aright, will I shesh the Salvation of God: cc-acp av av pc-acp vmb vbi dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2; cc p-acp pno31 cst vvz po31 n1 av, vmb pns11 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
408 This is that which is required of Christians, to order their Conversations aright: This is that which is required of Christians, to order their Conversations aright: d vbz d r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 av: (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
409 Oh! it's an excellent thing to see the Conversations of Christians in due order, all guided with Spiritual wisdom and holiness; Oh! it's an excellent thing to see the Conversations of Christians in due order, all guided with Spiritual Wisdom and holiness; uh pn31|vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp j-jn n1, d vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1; (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
410 Oh that man or woman that is careful to order their Conversations aright, here is a promise to them: O that man or woman that is careful to order their Conversations aright, Here is a promise to them: uh cst n1 cc n1 cst vbz j pc-acp vvi po32 n2 av, av vbz dt n1 p-acp pno32: (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
411 That the Lord will shew them his Salvation: That the Lord will show them his Salvation: cst dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 po31 n1: (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
412 What ever times thou livest in, though never so dangerous, though God apear never so dreadful in the times wherein thou livest, What ever times thou Livest in, though never so dangerous, though God appear never so dreadful in the times wherein thou Livest, r-crq av n2 pns21 vv2 p-acp, cs av-x av j, cs np1 vvb av-x av j p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns21 vv2, (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
413 yet if thou canst have but this testimonie of thy conscience, Lord, thou knowest it is the care of my soul, not only to make profession of Religion, yet if thou Canst have but this testimony of thy conscience, Lord, thou Knowest it is the care of my soul, not only to make profession of Religion, av cs pns21 vm2 vhi p-acp d n1 pp-f po21 n1, n1, pns21 vv2 pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1, (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
414 but to order my Conversation aright, therefore Lord, save me in evil times, Lord shew me thy salvation: but to order my Conversation aright, Therefore Lord, save me in evil times, Lord show me thy salvation: cc-acp pc-acp vvi po11 n1 av, av n1, vvb pno11 p-acp j-jn n2, n1 vvb pno11 po21 n1: (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
415 thou maiest take this promise and lay it to thy heart, and comfort thy heart with it, thou maiest plead it with God in prayer, Oh make it to be a matter of thy prayer to God In these evil times, that the Lord would shew His Salvation to thee, thou Mayest take this promise and lay it to thy heart, and Comfort thy heart with it, thou Mayest plead it with God in prayer, O make it to be a matter of thy prayer to God In these evil times, that the Lord would show His Salvation to thee, pns21 vm2 vvi d n1 cc vvi pn31 p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb po21 n1 p-acp pn31, pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, uh vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d j-jn n2, cst dt n1 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno21, (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
416 because He hath put it into thy heart through His Grace to order thy Conversation aright. Because He hath put it into thy heart through His Grace to order thy Conversation aright. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 av. (7) part (DIV3) 65 Page 24
417 SERMON II. PHIL. 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of Christ. SERMON II PHILIP. 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of christ. n1 crd np1. crd crd j vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 65 Page 25
418 WEE concluded the last day with an exhortation to Christians. we concluded the last day with an exhortation to Christians. pns12 vvd dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 25
419 Do you hope that God hath wrought the work of Convertion? Be you careful of your Conversation. Do you hope that God hath wrought the work of Conversion? Be you careful of your Conversation. vdb pn22 vvi cst np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1? vbb pn22 j pp-f po22 n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 25
420 And many motives there were to stir up Christians to be careful of their Conversations. I shall not look back, but proceed; And many motives there were to stir up Christians to be careful of their Conversations. I shall not look back, but proceed; cc d n2 a-acp vbdr p-acp n1 a-acp np1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f po32 n2. pns11 vmb xx vvi av, cc-acp vvb; (8) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 25
421 only give unto you some few Rules that I desire to add unto the Motives, and then we shall come unto the Second point. only give unto you Some few Rules that I desire to add unto the Motives, and then we shall come unto the Second point. av-j vvb p-acp pn22 d d n2 cst pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, cc av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 25
422 Look to your Conversations, and especially observe these Rules. Look to your Conversations, and especially observe these Rules. vvb p-acp po22 n2, cc av-j vvi d n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 67 Page 25
423 1. Rule. First, If you be convinced that it ought to be your care to look to your Conversation, 1. Rule. First, If you be convinced that it ought to be your care to look to your Conversation, crd n1. ord, cs pn22 vbb vvn cst pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi po22 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 25
424 then have a special regard to the duties of your Relations. then have a special regard to the duties of your Relations. av vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 25
425 The work of Grace in mens Conversations doth appear much in the duties of their Relations; The work of Grace in men's Conversations does appear much in the duties of their Relations; dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ng2 n2 vdz vvi d p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2; (8) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 25
426 as children towards their parents, parents towards their children; servants towards their masters, masters towards their servants; as children towards their Parents, Parents towards their children; Servants towards their Masters, Masters towards their Servants; c-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2, n2 p-acp po32 n2; n2 p-acp po32 n2, n2 p-acp po32 n2; (8) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 25
427 husbands towards wives, wives towards husbands; the younger towards the elder, the elder towards the younger: Husbands towards wives, wives towards Husbands; the younger towards the elder, the elder towards the younger: n2 p-acp n2, n2 p-acp n2; dt jc p-acp dt n-jn, dt n-jn p-acp dt jc: (8) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 25
428 if you stand in a private, or publick place, Majestrates, or Subjects; if you profess godliness, manifest in your Conversations in performing the duties of your relations: if you stand in a private, or public place, Magistrates, or Subject's; if you profess godliness, manifest in your Conversations in performing the duties of your relations: cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt j, cc j n1, n2, cc n2-jn; cs pn22 vvb n1, j p-acp po22 n2 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f po22 n2: (8) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 25
429 what soever men may talk of godlines, except it appear in their relations, except a servant be a diligent obedient and a faithful servant, all his, her or their talk of Religion is to no purpose; what soever men may talk of godliness, except it appear in their relations, except a servant be a diligent obedient and a faithful servant, all his, her or their talk of Religion is to no purpose; r-crq av n2 vmb vvi pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vvi p-acp po32 n2, c-acp dt n1 vbb dt j j cc dt j n1, d png31, po31 cc po32 n1 pp-f n1 vbz pc-acp dx n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 26
430 except a child be an obedient and loving child, a wise an obedient and loving wife, all profession of Religion is to no purpose; except a child be an obedient and loving child, a wise an obedient and loving wife, all profession of Religion is to no purpose; c-acp dt n1 vbb dt j cc j-vvg n1, dt j dt j cc j-vvg n1, d n1 pp-f n1 vbz pc-acp dx n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 26
431 and so on the otherside, except masters, and husbands, and parents be careful in their places to perform the duties of their relation, all their Religion will come to nothing; and so on the otherside, except Masters, and Husbands, and Parents be careful in their places to perform the duties of their Relation, all their Religion will come to nothing; cc av p-acp dt n1, c-acp n2, cc n2, cc n2 vbb j p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, d po32 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pix; (8) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 26
432 look to your Conversations in the duties of your relations. look to your Conversations in the duties of your relations. vvb p-acp po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 26
433 2. Rule. Secondly, Look to your selves in those things that especially you are most in danger to offend in, take heed of that speciall sin that you are most inclined to, that that do not break forth in your Conversations. 2. Rule. Secondly, Look to your selves in those things that especially you Are most in danger to offend in, take heed of that special since that you Are most inclined to, that that do not break forth in your Conversations. crd n1. ord, vvb p-acp po22 n2 p-acp d n2 cst av-j pn22 vbr av-ds p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, vvb n1 pp-f cst j n1 cst pn22 vbr av-ds vvn p-acp, d cst vdb xx vvi av p-acp po22 n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 26
434 It may be in your Conversation you will have a care that you do not offend in such and such things that you see other men offend in, It may be in your Conversation you will have a care that you do not offend in such and such things that you see other men offend in, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp po22 n1 pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 cst pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp d cc d n2 cst pn22 vvb j-jn n2 vvb p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 26
435 but there is some special haunt of evil, there is some other sin that your natures are most inclin'd unto, but there is Some special haunt of evil, there is Some other since that your nature's Are most inclined unto, cc-acp pc-acp vbz d j n1 pp-f n-jn, pc-acp vbz d j-jn n1 cst po22 n2 vbr av-ds vvn p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 26
436 and you (it may be) give liberty to your selves in that; and you (it may be) give liberty to your selves in that; cc pn22 (pn31 vmb vbi) vvb n1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp d; (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 26
437 this spoils your Conversations, this darkens your Conversations, whatsoever good you do otherwise this spoils it all: this spoils your Conversations, this darkens your Conversations, whatsoever good you do otherwise this spoils it all: d vvz po22 n2, d vvz po22 n2, r-crq j pn22 vdb av d n2 pn31 av-d: (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 26
438 If you give but liberty to your selves in that corruption that your natures are most prone unto, If you give but liberty to your selves in that corruption that your nature's Are most prove unto, cs pn22 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp d n1 cst po22 n2 vbr av-ds j p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 26
439 nay if you be not more watchful against that corruption than against any, your Conversation will have no beauty at all in it, God will have no glorie by it, you will but dishonor your profession; nay if you be not more watchful against that corruption than against any, your Conversation will have no beauty At all in it, God will have no glory by it, you will but dishonour your profession; uh-x cs pn22 vbb xx av-dc j p-acp d n1 cs p-acp d, po22 n1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp d p-acp pn31, np1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pn31, pn22 vmb cc-acp vvi po22 n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 26
440 therefore if you would make conscience to have your Conversation to be rightly ordered, be very watchful over your selves in that special sin that your nature is most inclin'd unto; Therefore if you would make conscience to have your Conversation to be rightly ordered, be very watchful over your selves in that special since that your nature is most inclined unto; av cs pn22 vmd vvi n1 pc-acp vhi po22 n1 pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn, vbb av j p-acp po22 n2 p-acp d j n1 cst po22 n1 vbz av-ds vvn p-acp; (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 26
441 Are you one that find your self very hasty by nature? it may be you are not guiltie of other sins so much, I but that will spoil the beauty of your Conversation; are you one that find your self very hasty by nature? it may be you Are not guilty of other Sins so much, I but that will spoil the beauty of your Conversation; vbr pn22 pi cst vvb po22 n1 av j p-acp n1? pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vbr xx j pp-f j-jn n2 av av-d, pns11 p-acp d vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 26
442 a man or woman that is a froward peevish and passionate Professor, there's no beauty in their Conversation: a man or woman that is a froward peevish and passionate Professor, there's no beauty in their Conversation: dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz dt j j cc j n1, pc-acp|vbz dx n1 p-acp po32 n1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 26
443 And so if you find your disposition to ponuriousness, and coveteousness, that will darken all, And so if you find your disposition to ponuriousness, and covetousness, that will darken all, cc av cs pn22 vvb po22 n1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cst vmb vvi d, (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 26
444 and carry you into foolish lusts (as the Scripture speaks) Oh how have men that have made profession of Religion, by one fit of base covetousness been carried into such foolish lusts that every boy in the streets could point at them as foolish and silly ones, and carry you into foolish Lustiest (as the Scripture speaks) O how have men that have made profession of Religion, by one fit of base covetousness been carried into such foolish Lustiest that every boy in the streets could point At them as foolish and silly ones, cc vvb pn22 p-acp j n2 (c-acp dt n1 vvz) uh q-crq vhb n2 cst vhb vvn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp crd n1 pp-f j n1 vbn vvn p-acp d j n2 cst d n1 p-acp dt n2 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp j cc j pi2, (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 26
445 and crack their credits, and names, and wound their own souls, yea, and endanger their lives, and Crac their credits, and names, and wound their own Souls, yea, and endanger their lives, cc vvi po32 n2, cc n2, cc vvi po32 d n2, uh, cc vvi po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 26
446 and make them a by-word to all, and dishonor their profession, and get nothing by it at length! and make them a Byword to all, and dishonour their profession, and get nothing by it At length! cc vvi pno32 dt n1 p-acp d, cc vvi po32 n1, cc vvb pix p-acp pn31 p-acp n1! (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 26
447 Coveteousness carries into foolish lusts, foolish base sordid extreams, unbeseeming the Gospel of Christ; Covetousness carries into foolish Lustiest, foolish base sordid extremes, unbeseeming the Gospel of christ; n1 vvz p-acp j n2, j j j n2-jn, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 27
448 as we shall hear more when we come to speak of what Conversation we should have as becomes the Gospel of Christ; as we shall hear more when we come to speak of what Conversation we should have as becomes the Gospel of christ; c-acp pns12 vmb vvi dc c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f r-crq n1 pns12 vmd vhi p-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 27
449 take heed of your special sins if you would be careful of your Conversations. take heed of your special Sins if you would be careful of your Conversations. vvb n1 pp-f po22 j n2 cs pn22 vmd vbi j pp-f po22 n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 27
450 3. Rule. A third Rule is this, Take heed of temptations that you are liable to without, by reason of your calling, by reason of your places wherein you are, 3. Rule. A third Rule is this, Take heed of temptations that you Are liable to without, by reason of your calling, by reason of your places wherein you Are, crd n1. dt ord n1 vbz d, vvb n1 pp-f n2 cst pn22 vbr j p-acp p-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f po22 n-vvg, p-acp n1 pp-f po22 n2 c-crq pn22 vbr, (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
451 or through any providence of God that may be; these temptations that do most attend your condition, take heed of them. Everie one should consider this; or through any providence of God that may be; these temptations that do most attend your condition, take heed of them. Every one should Consider this; cc p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 cst vmb vbi; d n2 cst vdb av-ds vvb po22 n1, vvb n1 pp-f pno32. d crd vmd vvi d; (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
452 what temptation am I most liable to? some mens callings are liable to some temptations, other mens to others, some men by reason of their businesses and occasions in the world are liable to such and such temptations as others are not, what temptation am I most liable to? Some men's callings Are liable to Some temptations, other men's to Others, Some men by reason of their businesses and occasions in the world Are liable to such and such temptations as Others Are not, q-crq n1 vbm pns11 av-ds j p-acp? d ng2 n2 vbr j p-acp d n2, n-jn ng2 p-acp n2-jn, d n2 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr j p-acp d cc d n2 c-acp n2-jn vbr xx, (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
453 and sometimes a man is liable to some temptations that he is not liable to at another time; and sometime a man is liable to Some temptations that he is not liable to At Another time; cc av dt n1 vbz j p-acp d n2 cst pns31 vbz xx j p-acp p-acp j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
454 when you are at Sea you have your temptations there in forraign parts, and when you come home you have other temptations, when you Are At Sea you have your temptations there in foreign parts, and when you come home you have other temptations, c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp n1 pn22 vhb po22 n2 a-acp p-acp j n2, cc c-crq pn22 vvb av-an pn22 vhb j-jn n2, (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
455 yea manie times when a man is at home among his neighbours there he dares not take that liberty that he doth when he is gotten abroad in a journey, yea many times when a man is At home among his neighbours there he dares not take that liberty that he does when he is got abroad in a journey, uh d n2 c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp n1-an p-acp po31 n2 a-acp pns31 vvz xx vvi d n1 cst pns31 vdz r-crq pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
456 then he thinks he is free when no bodie knows of it, there's his temptation; then he thinks he is free when no body knows of it, there's his temptation; cs pns31 vvz pns31 vbz j c-crq dx n1 vvz pp-f pn31, pc-acp|vbz po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
457 and so you that come from Sea, when you were there you were kept short of manie comforts and of much companie; and so you that come from Sea, when you were there you were kept short of many comforts and of much company; cc av pn22 cst vvb p-acp n1, c-crq pn22 vbdr a-acp pn22 vbdr vvn j pp-f d n2 cc pp-f d n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
458 now when you come home, the companie comes about you, now theres a temptation comes that was not heretofore; now when you come home, the company comes about you, now theres a temptation comes that was not heretofore; av c-crq pn22 vvb av-an, dt n1 vvz p-acp pn22, av pc-acp|vbz dt n1 vvz cst vbds xx av; (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
459 now if you would make conscience of your Conversations, you should look to your temptations, now if you would make conscience of your Conversations, you should look to your temptations, av cs pn22 vmd vvi n1 pp-f po22 n2, pn22 vmd vvi p-acp po22 n2, (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
460 and consider, what temptations am I liable to now, that I was not before, and let me be careful of them. and Consider, what temptations am I liable to now, that I was not before, and let me be careful of them. cc vvi, r-crq n2 vbm pns11 j p-acp av, cst pns11 vbds xx a-acp, cc vvb pno11 vbi j pp-f pno32. (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
461 This you pray to God, that you may not be led into temptations, but delivered from evil; This you pray to God, that you may not be led into temptations, but Delivered from evil; np1 pn22 vvb p-acp np1, cst pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n2, cc-acp vvd p-acp n-jn; (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
462 if you would not dally with God in your prayers then be careful of your selves when a temptation comes to such and such evils: if you would not dally with God in your Prayers then be careful of your selves when a temptation comes to such and such evils: cs pn22 vmd xx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po22 n2 av vbb j pp-f po22 n2 c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d cc d n2-jn: (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
463 this is a vain plea for men and women to say, Oh the temptation was a strong temptation: this is a vain plea for men and women to say, O the temptation was a strong temptation: d vbz dt j n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi, uh dt n1 vbds dt j n1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
464 God expected therefore (if you have the Spirit of Christ and wisdom) that you should fore-see temptations, God expected Therefore (if you have the Spirit of christ and Wisdom) that you should foresee temptations, np1 vvd av (cs pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1) cst pn22 vmd vvi n2, (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
465 and especiallie that you should be careful when temptations come, you should watch against all temptations: and especially that you should be careful when temptations come, you should watch against all temptations: cc av-j cst pn22 vmd vbi j c-crq n2 vvb, pn22 vmd vvi p-acp d n2: (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 27
466 What a vain plea were it for a Soldier that keeps a Town, to say, Oh but they came against such a weak part of the Town with a great strengh; What a vain plea were it for a Soldier that keeps a Town, to say, O but they Come against such a weak part of the Town with a great strength; r-crq dt j n1 vbdr pn31 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, pc-acp vvi, uh cc-acp pns32 vvd p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 28
467 That's no argument to excuse him; That's no argument to excuse him; d|vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno31; (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 28
468 for if you knew that that was the weakest part, you could not but know that if the enemy knew of it he would come against that with his greatest strength, for if you knew that that was the Weakest part, you could not but know that if the enemy knew of it he would come against that with his greatest strength, c-acp cs pn22 vvd d cst vbds dt js n1, pn22 vmd xx cc-acp vvi cst cs dt n1 vvd pp-f pn31 pns31 vmd vvi p-acp cst p-acp po31 js n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 28
469 and therefore you should have man'd that part rather than any other part of the Town; and Therefore you should have maned that part rather than any other part of the Town; cc av pn22 vmd vhi vvn d n1 av-c cs d j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 28
470 so let not us say, O the temptation came stronglie upon me in such a thing: so let not us say, Oh the temptation Come strongly upon me in such a thing: av vvb xx pno12 vvi, uh dt n1 vvd av-j p-acp pno11 p-acp d dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 28
471 we should watch the more against that that the temptation comes strongest upon us in, for the Devil knows wherein we are the weakest. we should watch the more against that that the temptation comes Strongest upon us in, for the devil knows wherein we Are the Weakest. pns12 vmd vvi dt av-dc p-acp d d dt n1 vvz js p-acp pno12 p-acp, p-acp dt n1 vvz c-crq pns12 vbr dt js. (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 28
472 And that's the third Rule for the helping of us in our Coversations. And that's the third Rule for the helping of us in our Conversations. cc d|vbz dt ord n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f pno12 p-acp po12 n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 28
473 Fourthly observe this, Take heed of defiling your selves with the sins of the times wherein you live. Fourthly observe this, Take heed of defiling your selves with the Sins of the times wherein you live. ord vvb d, vvb n1 pp-f vvg po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 c-crq pn22 vvb. (8) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 28
474 That the Lord doth expect from everie Christian that he should look to himself in regard of the present times wherein he lives, That the Lord does expect from every Christian that he should look to himself in regard of the present times wherein he lives, cst dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp d np1 cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp px31 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n2 c-crq pns31 vvz, (8) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 28
475 and consider what's the special sin of the Time, Age, or of the Place; and Consider what's the special since of the Time, Age, or of the Place; cc vvi q-crq|vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, n1, cc pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 28
476 cōmonlie as there are some truths that are more eminentlie revealed in one Age than another, commonly as there Are Some truths that Are more eminently revealed in one Age than Another, av-j c-acp pc-acp vbr d n2 cst vbr av-dc av-j vvn p-acp crd n1 cs j-jn, (8) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 28
477 so there are some sins that more prevail in one Age than another, and in one Place than another, everie Countrie almost have their sins that are most predominate; so there Are Some Sins that more prevail in one Age than Another, and in one Place than Another, every Country almost have their Sins that Are most predominate; av a-acp vbr d n2 cst dc vvi p-acp crd n1 cs j-jn, cc p-acp crd n1 cs j-jn, d n1 av vhb po32 n2 cst vbr av-ds j; (8) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 28
478 you should consider (I say) what are the sins of the Times, of the Places where you live; you should Consider (I say) what Are the Sins of the Times, of the Places where you live; pn22 vmd vvi (pns11 vvb) q-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n2, pp-f dt n2 c-crq pn22 vvb; (8) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 28
479 manie they think to excuse themselves because that which they do it is but what others do, it is the common sin of the Time and Place where they live, thou shouldst be so much the more careful to avoid it, that thou maiest keep thy self undefiled in thy way; many they think to excuse themselves Because that which they do it is but what Others do, it is the Common since of the Time and Place where they live, thou Shouldst be so much the more careful to avoid it, that thou Mayest keep thy self undefiled in thy Way; d pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d r-crq pns32 vdb pn31 vbz cc-acp q-crq n2-jn vdb, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 c-crq pns32 vvb, pns21 vmd2 vbi av av-d dt av-dc j pc-acp vvi pn31, cst pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 j p-acp po21 n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 28
480 and that's a fourth Rule for the helping of us in our Conversations. and that's a fourth Rule for the helping of us in our Conversations. cc d|vbz dt ord n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f pno12 p-acp po12 n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 28
481 A fift Rule for the helping of our Conversations is, To live so that your lives shall be convincing lives. A fift Rule for the helping of our Conversations is, To live so that your lives shall be convincing lives. dt ord n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n2 vbz, pc-acp vvi av d po22 n2 vmb vbi j-vvg n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 28
482 Then take heed of anie secret sin, take heed of keeping anie sin at all within thy heart, Then take heed of any secret since, take heed of keeping any since At all within thy heart, av vvi n1 pp-f d j-jn n1, vvb n1 pp-f vvg d n1 p-acp d p-acp po21 n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 28
483 for it will break out, take heed of entertaining sin so much as in thy thoughts or affections; for it will break out, take heed of entertaining since so much as in thy thoughts or affections; c-acp pn31 vmb vvi av, vvb n1 pp-f vvg n1 av av-d c-acp p-acp po21 n2 cc n2; (8) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 28
484 what's the reason that some that have been Professors of Religion a great while and seem'd to be verie glorious in their profession, what's the reason that Some that have been Professors of Religion a great while and seemed to be very glorious in their profession, q-crq|vbz dt n1 cst d cst vhb vbn n2 pp-f n1 dt j n1 cc vvd pc-acp vbi av j p-acp po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 28
485 and yet at length break out into some vile scandalous sin? Surelie the reason is, they have kept hid some corruption within, and yet At length break out into Some vile scandalous since? Surely the reason is, they have kept hid Some corruption within, cc av p-acp n1 vvi av p-acp d j j n1? av-j dt n1 vbz, pns32 vhb vvn vvn d n1 a-acp, (8) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 28
486 and they have thought it were a verie horrible thing that this corruption in my heart and thought should break out, Oh God forbid (saith he) I hope I shall never live to that time to be so left of God as to commit this sin! and they have Thought it were a very horrible thing that this corruption in my heart and Thought should break out, O God forbid (Says he) I hope I shall never live to that time to be so left of God as to commit this since! cc pns32 vhb vvn pn31 vbdr dt j j n1 cst d n1 p-acp po11 n1 cc n1 vmd vvi av, uh np1 vvb (vvz pns31) pns11 vvb pns11 vmb av-x vvi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi av vvn pp-f np1 c-acp p-acp vvb d n1! (8) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 29
487 well, thou thinkest verily that thou shalt not commit it, I but if thou takest libertie to dally and play with this sin secretlie in thy thoughts, well, thou Thinkest verily that thou shalt not commit it, I but if thou Takest liberty to dally and play with this since secretly in thy thoughts, av, pns21 vv2 av-j cst pns21 vm2 xx vvi pn31, pns11 cc-acp cs pns21 vv2 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1 av-jn p-acp po21 n2, (8) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 29
488 and affections, it is just with God to leave thee to thy self to shame thy self, to leave thee to the commission of that sin thou hast for a long time kept dandling in thy thoughts and affections within, and affections, it is just with God to leave thee to thy self to shame thy self, to leave thee to the commission of that since thou hast for a long time kept dandling in thy thoughts and affections within, cc n2, pn31 vbz j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pns21 vh2 p-acp dt j n1 vvd vvg p-acp po21 n2 cc n2 a-acp, (8) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 29
489 although it be with resolution not to commit it; although it be with resolution not to commit it; cs pn31 vbb p-acp n1 xx pc-acp vvi pn31; (8) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 29
490 that man that shall please himself in any kind of secret sin (I say) it were just with God to lead him forth with the worker of iniquity, that man that shall please himself in any kind of secret since (I say) it were just with God to led him forth with the worker of iniquity, cst n1 cst vmb vvi px31 p-acp d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 (pns11 vvb) pn31 vbdr j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 29
491 so as to lay his shame open and naked before all that he lives with: so as to lay his shame open and naked before all that he lives with: av c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j cc j p-acp d cst pns31 vvz p-acp: (8) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 29
492 therefore you that are Professors of Religion be careful of secret sins, if you would never dishonor your profession in your Conversations. Therefore you that Are Professors of Religion be careful of secret Sins, if you would never dishonour your profession in your Conversations. av pn22 cst vbr n2 pp-f n1 vbb j pp-f j-jn n2, cs pn22 vmd av-x vvi po22 n1 p-acp po22 n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 29
493 A sixth Rule is this, If you would be careful of your Conversations, do not so much look at those that are beneath you and in the lower form; A sixth Rule is this, If you would be careful of your Conversations, do not so much look At those that Are beneath you and in the lower from; dt ord n1 vbz d, cs pn22 vmd vbi j pp-f po22 n2, vdb xx av av-d vvi p-acp d cst vbr p-acp pn22 cc p-acp dt jc n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 29
494 as let your eye be upon those that are most eminent in their Conversations, look upon them rather as your mark and aime. as let your eye be upon those that Are most eminent in their Conversations, look upon them rather as your mark and aim. c-acp vvb po22 n1 vbb p-acp d cst vbr av-ds j p-acp po32 n2, vvb p-acp pno32 av-c p-acp po22 n1 cc vvb. (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 29
495 Manie Christians live, and their Conuersations are very dark and no beauty at all in them; Many Christians live, and their Conversations Are very dark and no beauty At all in them; d njpg2 vvi, cc po32 n2 vbr av j cc dx n1 p-acp d p-acp pno32; (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 29
496 Why? Because they think they live as others do, they look upon such are beneath them, Why? Because they think they live as Others do, they look upon such Are beneath them, q-crq? p-acp pns32 vvb pns32 vvb p-acp n2-jn vdb, pns32 vvb p-acp d vbr p-acp pno32, (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 29
497 and they think their lives are rather better than some others that have made profession, and this makes them go on in a dull and sluggish way; and they think their lives Are rather better than Some Others that have made profession, and this makes them go on in a dull and sluggish Way; cc pns32 vvb po32 n2 vbr av-c j cs d n2-jn cst vhb vvn n1, cc d vvz pno32 vvi a-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 29
498 but now, if you would have your Conversation indeed as it ought, so as to be convincing, set before you the examples of the most eminent of those whose Conversation doth most glister, not a meer glistering shew, I do not mean them, but now, if you would have your Conversation indeed as it ought, so as to be convincing, Set before you the Examples of the most eminent of those whose Conversation does most glister, not a mere glistering show, I do not mean them, cc-acp av, cs pn22 vmd vhi po22 n1 av c-acp pn31 vmd, av c-acp pc-acp vbi vvg, vvd p-acp pn22 dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j pp-f d rg-crq n1 vdz ds vvi, xx dt j j-vvg n1, pns11 vdb xx vvi pno32, (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 29
499 But that glistering that comes from Diamonds and Gold and Pearls, that have the excellencie of Grace shining in their verie Faces and Conversations, set them before you, But that glistering that comes from Diamonds and Gold and Pearls, that have the excellency of Grace shining in their very Faces and Conversations, Set them before you, cc-acp cst j-vvg cst vvz p-acp n2 cc n1 cc n2, cst vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2, vvd pno32 p-acp pn22, (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 29
500 and labor to imitate them, and so this will help you in your Conversations. and labour to imitate them, and so this will help you in your Conversations. cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc av d vmb vvi pn22 p-acp po22 n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 29
501 We have in Heb. 13. 7. a Scripture for this, Remember them which have the rule over you, who have spoken unto you the Word of God, whose faith follow, considering the end of their Conversations. We have in Hebrew 13. 7. a Scripture for this, remember them which have the Rule over you, who have spoken unto you the Word of God, whose faith follow, considering the end of their Conversations. pns12 vhb p-acp np1 crd crd dt n1 p-acp d, vvb pno32 r-crq vhb dt n1 p-acp pn22, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 vvb, vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 29
502 'Tis supposed that they should be most eminent, Such as have the rule over them, that are their Guids; It's supposed that they should be most eminent, Such as have the Rule over them, that Are their Guides; pn31|vbz vvn cst pns32 vmd vbi av-ds j, d c-acp vhb dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst vbr po32 vvz; (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 29
503 but mark, he speaks of those that had spoken unto them the Word of God, but mark, he speaks of those that had spoken unto them the Word of God, cc-acp vvb, pns31 vvz pp-f d cst vhd vvn p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 29
504 for he doth not speak of the Rulers in Civil States, but of the Ministers that were their Guids, for so the word is: for he does not speak of the Rulers in Civil States, but of the Ministers that were their Guides, for so the word is: c-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi pp-f dt n2 p-acp j n2, cc-acp pp-f dt n2 cst vbdr po32 vvz, c-acp av dt n1 vbz: (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 29
505 now though there be a work of Ruling besides Teaching, we find in Scripture; now though there be a work of Ruling beside Teaching, we find in Scripture; av cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp vvg, pns12 vvb p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 30
506 yet we find no Rule of anie Minister but over those that they speak the Word of God unto, what Ruling any Minister hath (I say) it is over such people as he speaks the Word of God to: yet we find no Rule of any Minister but over those that they speak the Word of God unto, what Ruling any Minister hath (I say) it is over such people as he speaks the Word of God to: av pns12 vvb dx n1 pp-f d n1 cc-acp p-acp d cst pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp, r-crq vvg d n1 vhz (pns11 vvb) pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp: (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 30
507 If anie Minister shall come to rule over a people, that people may well ask them, Have you spoken the Word of God to us? Do you teach us the Word of God? Do you chalenge Rule over us and have not spoken the Word of God to us? Remember them which have the Rule over you, who have spoken unto you the Word of God, whose Faith follow, considering the end of their Conversations. If any Minister shall come to Rule over a people, that people may well ask them, Have you spoken the Word of God to us? Do you teach us the Word of God? Do you challenge Rule over us and have not spoken the Word of God to us? remember them which have the Rule over you, who have spoken unto you the Word of God, whose Faith follow, considering the end of their Conversations. cs d n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cst n1 vmb av vvi pno32, vhb pn22 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12? vdb pn22 vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f np1? vdb pn22 vvi n1 p-acp pno12 cc vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12? vvb pno32 r-crq vhb dt n1 p-acp pn22, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 vvb, vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 30
508 They were it seems eminent in holiness of life, and eminent so as they continued in that way of eminencie, They were it seems eminent in holiness of life, and eminent so as they continued in that Way of eminency, pns32 vbdr pn31 vvz j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc j av c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 30
509 and the Apostle would have all Christians to look at them; and the Apostle would have all Christians to look At them; cc dt n1 vmd vhi d np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32; (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 30
510 it's a notable Scripture to shew that the Ministers of the Word should be eminent in their Conversations everie way, it's a notable Scripture to show that the Ministers of the Word should be eminent in their Conversations every Way, pn31|vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi j p-acp po32 n2 d n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 30
511 and that all those that they speak the Word of God to, should see in their Conversations the Beautie and the Excellencie of the Word of God that they speak to them; and that all those that they speak the Word of God to, should see in their Conversations the Beauty and the Excellency of the Word of God that they speak to them; cc cst d d cst pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp, vmd vvi p-acp po32 n2 dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns32 vvb p-acp pno32; (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 30
512 for people look at the lives of Ministers as well as at their Word, it is not enough onlie to be a good man in the Pulpit, for people look At the lives of Ministers as well as At their Word, it is not enough only to be a good man in the Pulpit, c-acp n1 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 c-acp av c-acp p-acp po32 n1, pn31 vbz xx av-d av-j pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 30
513 except it be in the constant way of their Conversations. except it be in the constant Way of their Conversations. c-acp pn31 vbb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 30
514 The seventh and last Rule, you have it here in this Scripture Heb. 13. 7. Whose faith follow, Considering the end of ther Conversation. The seventh and last Rule, you have it Here in this Scripture Hebrew 13. 7. Whose faith follow, Considering the end of their Conversation. dt ord cc ord n1, pn22 vhb pn31 av p-acp d n1 np1 crd crd rg-crq n1 vvb, vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 30
515 That is, be not only careful of your Conversations at first, when you begin to be professors of Religion, That is, be not only careful of your Conversations At First, when you begin to be professors of Religion, cst vbz, vbb xx av-j j pp-f po22 n2 p-acp ord, c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 30
516 then to be exact, but be constant to the verie end. Mark, Considering the end of their Conversations: then to be exact, but be constant to the very end. Mark, Considering the end of their Conversations: cs pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j n1. n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n2: (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 30
517 he doth not mean the end onlie, the reward that comes upon their Conversations, that they shal have a glorious reward, he does not mean the end only, the reward that comes upon their Conversations, that they shall have a glorious reward, pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 av-j, dt n1 cst vvz p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vhi dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 30
518 but considering the end, as if he should say thus, look at these that have spoken the Word of God to you, they come not onlie at the verie first to you and speak great things, but considering the end, as if he should say thus, look At these that have spoken the Word of God to you, they come not only At the very First to you and speak great things, cc-acp vvg dt n1, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi av, vvb p-acp d cst vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22, pns32 vvb xx av-j p-acp dt av ord p-acp pn22 cc vvb j n2, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 30
519 and seem as if they were Saints or Angels come among you, but they go on in a constant way, whatsoever discouragements they have they go on in a constant way to the verie dying day; and seem as if they were Saints or Angels come among you, but they go on in a constant Way, whatsoever discouragements they have they go on in a constant Way to the very dying day; cc vvi c-acp cs pns32 vbdr n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp pn22, cc-acp pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp dt j n1, r-crq n2 pns32 vhb pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j j-vvg n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 30
520 observe not onlie what they were when they came first among you, but what they are in the end of their Conversations, and follow them: observe not only what they were when they Come First among you, but what they Are in the end of their Conversations, and follow them: vvb xx av-j r-crq pns32 vbdr c-crq pns32 vvd ord p-acp pn22, cc-acp q-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc vvi pno32: (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 30
521 this is a notable Scripture to shew how careful Christians ought to be, not onlie to be holie in their Conversations when their hearts are first stir'd by the Ministrie of the Word as 'tis with many, many there are that when the Word of God comes first to them, this is a notable Scripture to show how careful Christians ought to be, not only to be holy in their Conversations when their hearts Are First stirred by the Ministry of the Word as it's with many, many there Are that when the Word of God comes First to them, d vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq j np1 vmd p-acp vbi, xx av-j pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n2 c-crq po32 n2 vbr ord vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp d, d a-acp vbr d q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz ord p-acp pno32, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
522 when they are first enlightened, and first converted, Oh how strict are they! Oh how careful are they! when they Are First enlightened, and First converted, O how strict Are they! O how careful Are they! c-crq pns32 vbr ord vvn, cc ord vvn, uh q-crq j vbr pns32! uh q-crq j vbr pns32! (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
523 then they walk exactly, and they are afraid of the least sin, and examine everie thing by the Word, Oh how curious are they in everie thing then! then they walk exactly, and they Are afraid of the least since, and examine every thing by the Word, O how curious Are they in every thing then! av pns32 vvb av-j, cc pns32 vbr j pp-f dt ds n1, cc vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, uh q-crq j vbr pns32 p-acp d n1 av! (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
524 and-their consciences are verie tender, and are afraid that this is sin, and that the other thing is sin, and-their Consciences Are very tender, and Are afraid that this is since, and that the other thing is since, j n2 vbr av j, cc vbr j cst d vbz n1, cc cst dt j-jn n1 vbz n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
525 and there is a mightie change in the familie, their Masters, or Parents they see them so afraid of everie thing, and there is a mighty change in the family, their Masters, or Parents they see them so afraid of every thing, cc pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, po32 n2, cc n2 pns32 vvb pno32 av j pp-f d n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
526 and careful of their verie words, on the Lords Day careful in seeking of God, and attending upon Ordinances, and in their particular calling at the first verie strict: and careful of their very words, on the lords Day careful in seeking of God, and attending upon Ordinances, and in their particular calling At the First very strict: cc j pp-f po32 j n2, p-acp dt n2 n1 j p-acp vvg pp-f np1, cc vvg p-acp n2, cc p-acp po32 j n-vvg p-acp dt ord av j: (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
527 But now, within a little time you shall find manie of these that by degrees they grow more loose, But now, within a little time you shall find many of these that by Degrees they grow more lose, cc-acp av, p-acp dt j n1 pn22 vmb vvi d pp-f d cst p-acp n2 pns32 vvb av-dc j, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
528 and especiallie in these times, because in these times there is a way that the Devil hath to get men to be loose in their Conversations, that hath not been known in England; indeed in Germany it was known, and especially in these times, Because in these times there is a Way that the devil hath to get men to be lose in their Conversations, that hath not been known in England; indeed in Germany it was known, cc av-j p-acp d n2, c-acp p-acp d n2 a-acp vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 vhz p-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n2, cst vhz xx vbn vvn p-acp np1; av p-acp np1 pn31 vbds vvn, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
529 and there it was ordinarilie in the beginning of Luthers Reformation; and there it was ordinarily in the beginning of Luthers Reformation; cc a-acp pn31 vbds av-jn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1 n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
530 that it is weakness in men to make conscience of dutie, to be troubled for their sin and be humbled. that it is weakness in men to make conscience of duty, to be troubled for their since and be humbled. cst pn31 vbz n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc vbi vvn. (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
531 Paul and Peter and David, it was their weakness when they were troubled so much for their sin: Paul and Peter and David, it was their weakness when they were troubled so much for their since: np1 cc np1 cc np1, pn31 vbds po32 n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn av av-d c-acp po32 n1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
532 Oh this is a most horrid and abominable wickedness that doth dishonor the Gospel of Christ, O this is a most horrid and abominable wickedness that does dishonour the Gospel of christ, uh d vbz dt av-ds j cc j n1 cst vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
533 and will make it rediculous to the world! (I say) such carriages of people, to think that they may take libertie to walk in a loose way because of the Gospel. and will make it ridiculous to the world! (I say) such carriages of people, to think that they may take liberty to walk in a lose Way Because of the Gospel. cc vmb vvi pn31 j p-acp dt n1! (pns11 vvb) d n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 c-acp pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
534 But that we shall come more fully to, when we speak how our Conversations should be becoming the Gospel of Christ. But that we shall come more Fully to, when we speak how our Conversations should be becoming the Gospel of christ. p-acp cst pns12 vmb vvi av-dc av-j p-acp, c-crq pns12 vvb c-crq po12 n2 vmd vbi vvg dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
535 But I speak this in this point as a preparation to that, & especiallie to young Professors that have been wrought upon by the Word within these few yeers, But I speak this in this point as a preparation to that, & especially to young Professors that have been wrought upon by the Word within these few Years, cc-acp pns11 vvb d p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, cc av-j p-acp j n2 cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp d d n2, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
536 since there hath bin more freedom of preaching the Gospel; since there hath been more freedom of preaching the Gospel; c-acp a-acp vhz vbn av-dc n1 pp-f vvg dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
537 and I verily beleeve that divers of you in this Congregation do know many young ones and others, that have been wrought upon by the Ministrie of the Word, that for the first yeer were verie exact, and I verily believe that diverse of you in this Congregation do know many young ones and Others, that have been wrought upon by the Ministry of the Word, that for the First year were very exact, cc pns11 av-j vvb d j pp-f pn22 p-acp d n1 vdb vvi d j pi2 cc n2-jn, cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst p-acp dt ord n1 vbdr av j, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
538 and verie careful of their lives, and verie punctual in every thing, but you now see them begin to grow loose and wanton, and vain in their Conversations: and very careful of their lives, and very punctual in every thing, but you now see them begin to grow lose and wanton, and vain in their Conversations: cc av j pp-f po32 n2, cc av j p-acp d n1, cc-acp pn22 av vvi pno32 vvi pc-acp vvi j cc j-jn, cc j p-acp po32 n2: (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
539 Oh this is a sad and an evil thing! If you would be careful of your Conversations observe this seventh Rule; O this is a sad and an evil thing! If you would be careful of your Conversations observe this seventh Rule; uh d vbz dt j cc dt j-jn n1! cs pn22 vmd vbi j pp-f po22 n2 vvb d ord n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 31
540 Be not onlie careful at the first work of God upon you when you begin to be enlightened, Be not only careful At the First work of God upon you when you begin to be enlightened, vbb xx av-j j p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22 c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 32
541 but in the constant course of your lives; but in the constant course of your lives; cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 n2; (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 32
542 Oh give me a professor of Religion, that was wrought upon when he was a Youth, O give me a professor of Religion, that was wrought upon when he was a Youth, uh vvb pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbds vvn p-acp c-crq pns31 vbds dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 32
543 or a young Maid, and yet continues till they be old disciples in a constant way of holiness and strictness, Oh! They are the most beautiful objects that are in the world to behold! or a young Maid, and yet continues till they be old Disciples in a constant Way of holiness and strictness, Oh! They Are the most beautiful objects that Are in the world to behold! cc dt j n1, cc av vvz c-acp pns32 vbb j n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, uh pns32 vbr dt av-ds j n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi! (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 32
544 the Sun in the firmament is not so glorious, as an ancient professor of Religion that hath continued constant in the waies of godliness from his youth, that can say as good Obadiah once said, 1 King. 18. 12. I have feared the Lord from my youth, and my conscience, the Sun in the firmament is not so glorious, as an ancient professor of Religion that hath continued constant in the ways of godliness from his youth, that can say as good Obadiah once said, 1 King. 18. 12. I have feared the Lord from my youth, and my conscience, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz xx av j, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cst vhz vvn j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst vmb vvi p-acp j np1 a-acp vvd, crd n1. crd crd pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc po11 n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 32
545 though it tell me of many failings and weaknesses, yet my conscience excuseth me in this, that I have endeavored with a good conscience to walk with God, though it tell me of many failings and Weaknesses, yet my conscience excuseth me in this, that I have endeavoured with a good conscience to walk with God, cs pn31 vvb pno11 pp-f d n2-vvg cc n2, av po11 n1 vvz pno11 p-acp d, cst pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 32
546 and without offence to man, and not given way to my self in any way of loosness since God made known Himself to me; and without offence to man, and not given Way to my self in any Way of looseness since God made known Himself to me; cc p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc xx vvn n1 p-acp po11 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 c-acp np1 vvd vvn px31 p-acp pno11; (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 32
547 Oh such may have an abundance entrance into the Kingdom of Heaven, and die with abundance of comfort. O such may have an abundance Entrance into the Kingdom of Heaven, and die with abundance of Comfort. uh d vmb vhi dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 32
548 But thus much for this first point: That Christians ought to be careful of their Conversations. But thus much for this First point: That Christians ought to be careful of their Conversations. p-acp av av-d c-acp d ord n1: cst np1 vmd p-acp vbi j pp-f po32 n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 32
549 We come now to the second, and that is the main point in the Text. Let your Conversation be as becometh the Gospel of Christ. We come now to the second, and that is the main point in the Text. Let your Conversation be as Becometh the Gospel of christ. pns12 vvb av p-acp dt ord, cc d vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt np1 vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 75 Page 32
550 2. Doct. Every kind of Conversation of professors is not enough; 2. Doct. Every kind of Conversation of professors is not enough; crd np1 d n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n2 vbz xx av-d; (8) sermon (DIV2) 77 Page 32
551 it must rise to that height as must be sutable to the Gospel of Christ, meet for the Gospel that they do profess. That's our point. it must rise to that height as must be suitable to the Gospel of christ, meet for the Gospel that they do profess. That's our point. pn31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 c-acp vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vdb vvi. d|vbz po12 n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 77 Page 32
552 Now we shall come to the Particulars, what Conversation it is that is meet for the Gospel of Christ. Now we shall come to the Particulars, what Conversation it is that is meet for the Gospel of christ. av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2-j, r-crq n1 pn31 vbz cst vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 32
553 I gave you the Heads in the opening of it: But now I shall speak to them. I gave you the Heads in the opening of it: But now I shall speak to them. pns11 vvd pn22 dt n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31: cc-acp av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 32
554 First, That Conversation that is meet and becomes the Gospel of Christ, must be a Conversation raised to a higher degree than the light of Nature will raise it. First, That Conversation that is meet and becomes the Gospel of christ, must be a Conversation raised to a higher degree than the Light of Nature will raise it. ord, cst n1 cst vbz j cc vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vbi dt n1 vvn p-acp dt jc n1 cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pn31. (8) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 32
555 That Conversation that is no higher than possibly may be raised by the light of Nature, certainly that's not a Conversation becoming the Gospel of Christ, that's beneath not fit for the Gospel of Christ. As thus, That Conversation that is no higher than possibly may be raised by the Light of Nature, Certainly that's not a Conversation becoming the Gospel of christ, that's beneath not fit for the Gospel of christ. As thus, cst n1 cst vbz dx jc cs av-j vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j cst|vbz xx dt n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, d p-acp xx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. p-acp av, (8) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 32
556 Suppose a man in his Boat here in the Thames rows, very exactly, I but this is not a work sutable to shew the skill of a Navigator, of one that professes the art of Navigation, it's beneath that. Why so; Suppose a man in his Boat Here in the Thames rows, very exactly, I but this is not a work suitable to show the skill of a Navigator, of one that Professes the art of Navigation, it's beneath that. Why so; vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 av p-acp dt np1 vvz, av av-j, pns11 p-acp d vbz xx dt n1 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f crd cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31|vbz p-acp d. uh-crq av; (8) sermon (DIV2) 80 Page 33
557 To live exactly according to the light of Nature it is beneath the Conversation that becomes the Gospel of Christ: To live exactly according to the Light of Nature it is beneath the Conversation that becomes the Gospel of christ: pc-acp vvi av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 80 Page 33
558 if so be that a man should make his boast that he hath great skill in the art of Navigation; if so be that a man should make his boast that he hath great skill in the art of Navigation; cs av vbb d dt n1 vmd vvi po31 n1 cst pns31 vhz j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 80 Page 33
559 And how will he shew this skill? he will go into a Boat and there he will row over the Thames, And how will he show this skill? he will go into a Boat and there he will row over the Thames, cc q-crq vmb pns31 vvi d n1? pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc a-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt np1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 80 Page 33
560 and by that you may see what a mighty Navigator he is; this would be ridiculous to any man. and by that you may see what a mighty Navigator he is; this would be ridiculous to any man. cc p-acp cst pn22 vmb vvi r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vbz; d vmd vbi j p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 80 Page 33
561 And so if one that professes the Gospel of Christ, would manifest that he is a good Christian, What doth he do? the life that he lives it is no other than a man by the light of Nature may be enabled to, this is even as ridiculous as the other. 1. As now for instance; And so if one that Professes the Gospel of christ, would manifest that he is a good Christian, What does he do? the life that he lives it is no other than a man by the Light of Nature may be enabled to, this is even as ridiculous as the other. 1. As now for instance; cc av cs crd d vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, vmd vvi cst pns31 vbz dt j njp, q-crq vdz pns31 vdi? dt n1 cst pns31 vvz pn31 vbz dx n-jn cs dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, d vbz av p-acp j c-acp dt n-jn. crd p-acp av c-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 80 Page 33
562 The light of Nature that will teach this: That we are to worship God: the Heathens have worshiped God in their way. The Light of Nature that will teach this: That we Are to worship God: the heathens have worshipped God in their Way. dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vmb vvi d: cst pns12 vbr p-acp n1 np1: dt n2-jn vhb vvn np1 p-acp po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 81 Page 33
563 2. Yea, the light of Nature will teach, That we must live justly among men, yea, and that we must do as we would be done to: 2. Yea, the Light of Nature will teach, That we must live justly among men, yea, and that we must do as we would be done to: crd uh, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi, cst pns12 vmb vvi av-j p-acp n2, uh, cc cst pns12 vmb vdi c-acp pns12 vmd vbi vdn p-acp: (8) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 33
564 This the light of Nature will teach. This the Light of Nature will teach. d dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi. (8) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 33
565 Many of the Heathens have had that principle, to be just with men, to do as we would be done by. Many of the heathens have had that principle, to be just with men, to do as we would be done by. av-d pp-f dt n2-jn vhb vhn d n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp n2, pc-acp vdi c-acp pns12 vmd vbi vdn p-acp. (8) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 33
566 The light of Nature condemns grosse sins, of Drunkenness, Adulterie, Swearing &c. I could give you many instances in the Laws of Heathens, punishing those sins very severely, The Light of Nature condemns gross Sins, of drunkenness, Adultery, Swearing etc. I could give you many instances in the Laws of heathens, punishing those Sins very severely, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz j n2, pp-f n1, n1, vvg av pns11 vmd vvi pn22 d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, vvg d n2 av av-j, (8) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 33
567 and some of them with death. and Some of them with death. cc d pp-f pno32 p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 33
568 3. Yea the light of Nature will rise thus high, That a man should be consciencious, should make conscience of secret sins, of sins that none in the world could know of, 3. Yea the Light of Nature will rise thus high, That a man should be conscientious, should make conscience of secret Sins, of Sins that none in the world could know of, crd uh dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi av j, cst dt n1 vmd vbi j, vmd vvi n1 pp-f j-jn n2, pp-f n2 cst pix p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi pp-f, (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 33
569 or are ever like to know of. or Are ever like to know of. cc vbr av av-j pc-acp vvi pp-f. (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 33
570 As I remember sometimes I have told you of one of the Heathens that did but owe for a pair of shoos to a Shoo maker, As I Remember sometime I have told you of one of the heathens that did but owe for a pair of shoes to a Shoo maker, c-acp pns11 vvb av pns11 vhb vvn pn22 pp-f crd pp-f dt n2-jn cst vdd p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 33
571 and no body knew it but only the Shoo-maker himselfe; and no body knew it but only the Shoemaker himself; cc dx n1 vvd pn31 p-acp av-j dt n1 px31; (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 33
572 the Shoo-maker dies, no body could challenge this of him, yet his conscience would never let him be at quiet, the Shoemaker die, no body could challenge this of him, yet his conscience would never let him be At quiet, dt n1 vvz, dx n1 vmd vvi d pp-f pno31, av po31 n1 vmd av-x vvi pno31 vbi p-acp j-jn, (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 33
573 until he ran and threw the money into the shop, and said, Though he be dead to others, until he ran and threw the money into the shop, and said, Though he be dead to Others, c-acp pns31 vvd cc vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd, cs pns31 vbb j p-acp n2-jn, (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 33
574 yet he is not dead to me: whereas he had a temptation to have kept it because no body could challeng it; yet he is not dead to me: whereas he had a temptation to have kept it Because no body could challenge it; av pns31 vbz xx j p-acp pno11: cs pns31 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vhi vvn pn31 p-acp dx n1 vmd vvi pn31; (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 33
575 he knew it was not his, he knew it was either the Childrens, or Executors, and so he restortd it. he knew it was not his, he knew it was either the Children's, or Executors, and so he restortd it. pns31 vvd pn31 vbds xx png31, pns31 vvd pn31 vbds d dt ng2, cc n2, cc av pns31 vvd pn31. (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 33
576 Many particulars might be named to shew how far we might go by the light of Nature; Many particulars might be nam to show how Far we might go by the Light of Nature; av-d n2-j vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 33
577 but now I only bring it in to this end, to shew that if we would have our Conversations such as becomes the Gospel of Christ, we must go beyond what ever anie have done by the light of Nature: but now I only bring it in to this end, to show that if we would have our Conversations such as becomes the Gospel of christ, we must go beyond what ever any have done by the Light of Nature: cc-acp av pns11 av-j vvb pn31 p-acp p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi cst cs pns12 vmd vhi po12 n2 d c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq av d vhb vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
578 and yet Oh Lord how short do manie Professors of Religion come of this! How manie that will profess they hope to be sav'd by Christ! and yet O Lord how short do many Professors of Religion come of this! How many that will profess they hope to be saved by christ! cc av uh n1 c-crq j vdb d n2 pp-f n1 vvn pp-f d! c-crq d cst vmb vvi pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1! (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
579 I suppose there is not anie one in this Congregation, or if I should go to everie ones house that belongs to the Parish, they would say they hope to be saved by Jesus Christ; I suppose there is not any one in this Congregation, or if I should go to every ones house that belongs to the Parish, they would say they hope to be saved by jesus christ; pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz xx d pi p-acp d n1, cc cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d pig n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmd vvi pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 np1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
580 and yet what worship of God is there? And what justice is there among men to do as they would be done by? Nay, this is a Rule that will examin manie professors of Religion, and yet what worship of God is there? And what Justice is there among men to do as they would be done by? Nay, this is a Rule that will examine many professors of Religion, cc av q-crq n1 pp-f np1 vbz a-acp? cc q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp n2 pc-acp vdi c-acp pns32 vmd vbi vdn p-acp? uh-x, d vbz dt n1 cst vmb vvi d n2 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
581 and their consciences would tell them that in such and such things they would be loth to be dealt with as they deal with others: and their Consciences would tell them that in such and such things they would be loath to be dealt with as they deal with Others: cc po32 n2 vmd vvi pno32 d p-acp d cc d n2 pns32 vmd vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n2-jn: (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
582 And for gross sins, manie Professors of Religion break out into them also, for all are a kind of Professors of the Gospel at large, Drunkards, And for gross Sins, many Professors of Religion break out into them also, for all Are a kind of Professors of the Gospel At large, Drunkards, cc p-acp j n2, d n2 pp-f n1 vvb av p-acp pno32 av, c-acp d vbr dt n1 pp-f n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j, n2, (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
583 and Adulterers, and Blasphemers, and yet they will come and make profession of Religion, and think it very much if they should be denied the Sacrament of the Bodie and Blood of Christ, and Adulterers, and Blasphemers, and yet they will come and make profession of Religion, and think it very much if they should be denied the Sacrament of the Body and Blood of christ, cc n2, cc n2, cc av pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb pn31 av av-d cs pns32 vmd vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
584 Why, are they not Christians? and their children Christians? and yet must they not be Baptized? And yet they are beneath Heathens, Heathens will rise in Judgment against them. Why, Are they not Christians? and their children Christians? and yet must they not be Baptised? And yet they Are beneath heathens, heathens will rise in Judgement against them. uh-crq, vbr pns32 xx np1? cc po32 n2 np1? cc av vmb pns32 xx vbi j-vvn? cc av pns32 vbr p-acp n2-jn, n2-jn vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
585 And for conscienciousness in secret, I appeal to everie one of your consciences, are there no sins that you live in that your consciences condemns you for? A Heathen would not do it, a Heathen would not wilfully live in a sin that his conscience tells him is a sin, manie of the Heathens came to that: And for conscientiousness in secret, I appeal to every one of your Consciences, Are there no Sins that you live in that your Consciences condemns you for? A Heathen would not do it, a Heathen would not wilfully live in a since that his conscience tells him is a since, many of the heathens Come to that: cc p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn, pns11 vvb p-acp d crd pp-f po22 n2, vbr pc-acp dx n2 cst pn22 vvb p-acp cst po22 n2 vvz pn22 p-acp? dt j-jn vmd xx vdi pn31, dt j-jn vmd xx av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 cst po31 n1 vvz pn31 vbz dt n1, d pp-f dt n2-jn vvd p-acp d: (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
586 And what way have you made in profession? Perhaps you have seemed to be in the School of Christ manie yeers, And what Way have you made in profession? Perhaps you have seemed to be in the School of christ many Years, cc r-crq n1 vhb pn22 vvn p-acp n1? av pn22 vhb vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 d n2, (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
587 and others take you for a forward Professor, and yet your conscience tells you that you live in some sins that are known sins to you, and Others take you for a forward Professor, and yet your conscience tells you that you live in Some Sins that Are known Sins to you, cc n2-jn vvb pn22 p-acp dt j n1, cc av po22 n1 vvz pn22 cst pn22 vvb p-acp d n2 cst vbr vvn n2 p-acp pn22, (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
588 but because they are secret and none knows them but your self, therefore you have continued in them, but Because they Are secret and none knows them but your self, Therefore you have continued in them, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbr j-jn cc pix vvz pno32 p-acp po22 n1, av pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pno32, (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
589 and ventured upon them hoping of Gods pardon, being perhaps but one and no great one, (I say) in this you are beneath the light of Nature, and ventured upon them hoping of God's pardon, being perhaps but one and no great one, (I say) in this you Are beneath the Light of Nature, cc vvd p-acp pno32 vvg pp-f npg1 n1, vbg av cc-acp crd cc dx j pi, (pns11 vvb) p-acp d pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
590 and therefore you are far from having your Conversations such as becomes the Gospel of Jesus Christ. and Therefore you Are Far from having your Conversations such as becomes the Gospel of jesus christ. cc av pn22 vbr av-j p-acp vhg po22 n2 d c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
591 This Conversation of yours is not such as becomes the light of Nature; This Conversation of yours is not such as becomes the Light of Nature; d n1 pp-f png22 vbz xx d c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
592 divers Heathens would abhor such Conversations in Christians, yea, if it were among themselves, and they would hardlie companie with you; diverse heathens would abhor such Conversations in Christians, yea, if it were among themselves, and they would hardly company with you; j n2-jn vmd vvi d n2 p-acp np1, uh, cs pn31 vbdr p-acp px32, cc pns32 vmd av n1 p-acp pn22; (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 34
593 there are manie that make profession of Religion, that (I say) if they lived among Heathens, Heathens would not keep companie with a great part of this Kingdom, there Are many that make profession of Religion, that (I say) if they lived among heathens, heathens would not keep company with a great part of this Kingdom, pc-acp vbr d cst vvb n1 pp-f n1, cst (pns11 vvb) cs pns32 vvd p-acp n2-jn, n2-jn vmd xx vvi n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 35
594 yea and of most Congregations, and therefore they should not think much though they may not be admitted into such a near communion as the Lords supper. yea and of most Congregations, and Therefore they should not think much though they may not be admitted into such a near communion as the lords supper. uh cc pp-f ds n2, cc av pns32 vmd xx vvi d c-acp pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 35
595 Q. You will say then, But what is that Conversation becoming the Gospel, that is beyond the light of Nature? Q. You will say then, But what is that Conversation becoming the Gospel, that is beyond the Light of Nature? np1 pn22 vmb vvi av, p-acp r-crq vbz d n1 vvg dt n1, cst vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? (8) sermon (DIV2) 84 Page 35
596 First, The light of Nature teaches to worship a God: That many of you do, you worship God: First, The Light of Nature Teaches to worship a God: That many of you do, you worship God: ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt np1: cst d pp-f pn22 vdb, pn22 n1 np1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 85 Page 35
597 But this is that that becomes the Gospel of Christ, To worship & honor God as a Father, & as the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ; But this is that that becomes the Gospel of christ, To worship & honour God as a Father, & as the Father of our Lord jesus christ; cc-acp d vbz d cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 cc n1 np1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 85 Page 35
598 this goes beyond the light of Nature in that particular; this Goes beyond the Light of Nature in that particular; d vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp cst j; (8) sermon (DIV2) 85 Page 35
599 not only I am convinc'd that there is a God, that He is the Creator of Heaven and Earth, not only I am convinced that there is a God, that He is the Creator of Heaven and Earth, xx av-j pns11 vbm vvd cst pc-acp vbz dt n1, cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 85 Page 35
600 and my Creator, and therefore I'le worship Him; and my Creator, and Therefore I'll worship Him; cc po11 n1, cc av pns11|vmb vvi pno31; (8) sermon (DIV2) 85 Page 35
601 but I do not do that that becomes the Gospel of Christ, til I get my self to this, That I am able through the grace of the Gospel to worship God as a Father reconciled to me in Christ, but I do not do that that becomes the Gospel of christ, till I get my self to this, That I am able through the grace of the Gospel to worship God as a Father reconciled to me in christ, cc-acp pns11 vdb xx vdi d cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp d, cst pns11 vbm j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 85 Page 35
602 and as the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, and so do I come and present all my services unto God: and as the Father of our Lord jesus christ, and so do I come and present all my services unto God: cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, cc av vdb pns11 vvb cc vvi d po11 n2 p-acp np1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 85 Page 35
603 This few of our Civil men do; This few of our Civil men do; d d pp-f po12 j n2 vdb; (8) sermon (DIV2) 85 Page 35
604 yet your Civil men will make a profession of the Gospel too, and your Civil men they worship God, yet your Civil men will make a profession of the Gospel too, and your Civil men they worship God, av po22 j n2 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av, cc po22 j n2 pns32 vvb np1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 85 Page 35
605 but it is in a meer natural way. The God of Heaven and Earth, that made them, is to be worshiped: but it is in a mere natural Way. The God of Heaven and Earth, that made them, is to be worshipped: cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j j n1. dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst vvd pno32, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn: (8) sermon (DIV2) 85 Page 35
606 they can say their old Catechism. Q. Who made you? A. God. Q. Wherefore did he make you? they can say their old Catechism. Q. Who made you? A. God. Q. Wherefore did he make you? pns32 vmb vvi po32 j n1. np1 r-crq vvd pn22? np1 np1. np1 c-crq vdd pns31 vvi pn22? (8) sermon (DIV2) 85 Page 35
607 A. He made me to serve Him &c. I but doest thou (when thou comest to serve and worship the Lord) look upon God as a Father reconcil'd in Christ, A. He made me to serve Him etc. I but dost thou (when thou Comest to serve and worship the Lord) look upon God as a Father reconciled in christ, np1 pns31 vvd pno11 pc-acp vvi pno31 av pns11 cc-acp vd2 pns21 (c-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1) vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 35
608 and as the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ? and so doest thou tender up all thy services to God? Thou art not raised to that that becomes the Gospel of Christ, and as the Father of our Lord jesus christ? and so dost thou tender up all thy services to God? Thou art not raised to that that becomes the Gospel of christ, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1? cc av vd2 pns21 vvi a-acp d po21 n2 p-acp np1? pns21 vb2r xx vvn p-acp d cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 35
609 except thou doest thus worship God in this way; except thou dost thus worship God in this Way; c-acp pns21 vd2 av vvi np1 p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 35
610 that's that which becomes the Gospel of Christ; and know that all other worship that thou tenderest up to God, meerly as God is Creator, God that made thee, that's that which becomes the Gospel of christ; and know that all other worship that thou Tenderest up to God, merely as God is Creator, God that made thee, d|vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1; cc vvb cst d j-jn n1 cst pns21 vv2 a-acp p-acp np1, av-j c-acp np1 vbz n1, np1 cst vvd pno21, (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 35
611 and therfore thou must serve him: I say al that worship (if thou goest no further) God rejects it; and Therefore thou must serve him: I say all that worship (if thou goest no further) God rejects it; cc av pns21 vmb vvi pno31: pns11 vvb d cst n1 (cs pns21 vv2 dx av-jc) np1 vvz pn31; (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 35
612 indeed we are to worship God as a Creator, God would have that; indeed we Are to worship God as a Creator, God would have that; av pns12 vbr p-acp n1 np1 p-acp dt n1, np1 vmd vhi d; (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 35
613 I but, if He hath not that and the other too, and if He have not both, he will not accept of one, I but, if He hath not that and the other too, and if He have not both, he will not accept of one, pns11 p-acp, cs pns31 vhz xx d cc dt n-jn av, cc cs pns31 vhb xx av-d, pns31 vmb xx vvi pp-f pi, (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 36
614 for the first is included in the second, but the second is not included in the first. for the First is included in the second, but the second is not included in the First. p-acp dt ord vbz vvd p-acp dt ord, cc-acp dt ord vbz xx vvd p-acp dt ord. (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 36
615 A man that worships God as a Father, and as the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, he doth worship God as a Cretor too; A man that worships God as a Father, and as the Father of our Lord jesus christ, he does worship God as a Cretor too; dt n1 cst vvz np1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, pns31 vdz vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 av; (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 36
616 but a man may worship God as a Creator and not at all be acquainted with Him as a Father, but a man may worship God as a Creator and not At all be acquainted with Him as a Father, cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 cc xx p-acp d vbb vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 36
617 and as the Father of our Lord Jesus, and therefore till the Lord in the Ministrie of the Gospel hath been pleased to shine in upon thy soul as a Father, and as the Father of our Lord jesus, and Therefore till the Lord in the Ministry of the Gospel hath been pleased to shine in upon thy soul as a Father, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1, cc av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 36
618 and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, and thou comest to worship God thus, and the Father of our Lord jesus christ, and thou Comest to worship God thus, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, cc pns21 vv2 p-acp n1 np1 av, (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 36
619 or at least this is the endeavour of thy soul that thou maiest worship God in this way, thou art not satisfied in worshiping God after the other way, or At least this is the endeavour of thy soul that thou Mayest worship God in this Way, thou art not satisfied in worshipping God After the other Way, cc p-acp ds d vbz dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 cst pns21 vm2 vvi np1 p-acp d n1, pns21 vb2r xx vvn p-acp vvg np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 36
620 because he made thee, and thy heart works after this, indeed I have not got this full assurance that he is my Father, Because he made thee, and thy heart works After this, indeed I have not god this full assurance that he is my Father, c-acp pns31 vvd pno21, cc po21 n1 vvz p-acp d, av pns11 vhb xx vvn d j n1 cst pns31 vbz po11 n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 36
621 but this is that my heart is unsatisfied untill I have got it, and I cannot be quiet in anie other kind of worshiping God, till I find some abilitie to tender up all to him as a Father, but this is that my heart is unsatisfied until I have god it, and I cannot be quiet in any other kind of worshipping God, till I find Some ability to tender up all to him as a Father, cc-acp d vbz d po11 n1 vbz j-vvn c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn31, cc pns11 vmbx vbi j-jn p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f vvg np1, c-acp pns11 vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp d p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 36
622 and as the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, (I say) till thou comest to this, thou doest not in that particular worship God as becomes the Gospel of Jesus Christ. and as the Father of our Lord jesus christ, (I say) till thou Comest to this, thou dost not in that particular worship God as becomes the Gospel of jesus christ. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, (pns11 vvb) c-acp pns21 vv2 p-acp d, pns21 vd2 xx p-acp d j n1 np1 c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 36
623 And so in the point of Justice, thou doest give every one his own. And so in the point of justice, thou dost give every one his own. cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns21 vd2 vvi d crd po31 d. (8) sermon (DIV2) 90 Page 36
624 I but this is beneath that that is required in thy dealing with men according to the Gospel of Christ. I but this is beneath that that is required in thy dealing with men according to the Gospel of christ. pns11 cc-acp d vbz p-acp d cst vbz vvn p-acp po21 n-vvg p-acp n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 90 Page 36
625 If you reade the 5. of Mat. there you shall find when Christ comes to preach what he requires, he raises the point of Justice beyond doing as we would be dealt with: If you read the 5. of Mathew there you shall find when christ comes to preach what he requires, he raises the point of justice beyond doing as we would be dealt with: cs pn22 vvb dt crd pp-f np1 zz pn22 vmb vvi c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vdg c-acp pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp: (8) sermon (DIV2) 90 Page 36
626 saith Christ there, You have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbor and hate thine enemy. Says christ there, You have herd that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour and hate thine enemy. vvz np1 a-acp, pn22 vhb vvn cst pn31 vhz vbn vvn, pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 cc vvb po21 n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 90 Page 36
627 But I say unto you, love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, But I say unto you, love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, vvb po22 n2, vvb pno32 cst vvb pn22, vdb j p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn22, (8) sermon (DIV2) 90 Page 36
628 and pray for them which despightfully use you, and persecut 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; (8) sermon (DIV2) 90 Page 36
629 this is higher than meerly to be just, and for one man not to wrong another; this is higher than merely to be just, and for one man not to wrong Another; d vbz jc cs av-j pc-acp vbi j, cc p-acp crd n1 xx pc-acp vvi j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV2) 90 Page 36
630 you shall have manie men say, Who is able to say black is mine eye? I live and no bodie can say I wrong them; you shall have many men say, Who is able to say black is mine eye? I live and no body can say I wrong them; pn22 vmb vhi d n2 vvb, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi j-jn vbz po11 n1? pns11 vvb cc dx n1 vmb vvi pns11 vvb pno32; (8) sermon (DIV2) 90 Page 36
631 you think this is an excellent Conversation, it's true, it is good in its kind and it were good if all Professors of Religion could say they live so that no body can charge them for unjust dealings, I but this doth not rise to that height to be the Conversation as becomes the Gospel of Christ; you think this is an excellent Conversation, it's true, it is good in its kind and it were good if all Professors of Religion could say they live so that no body can charge them for unjust dealings, I but this does not rise to that height to be the Conversation as becomes the Gospel of christ; pn22 vvb d vbz dt j n1, pn31|vbz j, pn31 vbz j p-acp po31 n1 cc pn31 vbdr j cs d n2 pp-f n1 vmd vvi pns32 vvb av cst dx n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp j n2-vvg, pns11 p-acp d vdz xx vvi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 90 Page 36
632 you must come to this height, to love your enemies, and to bless them that curse you, you must do good to them that hate you, you must come to this height, to love your enemies, and to bless them that curse you, you must do good to them that hate you, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi po22 n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vvb pn22, pn22 vmb vdi j p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn22, (8) sermon (DIV2) 90 Page 37
633 and pray for them that despightfully use you and persecute you; Can you find this: and pray for them that despitefully use you and persecute you; Can you find this: cc vvb p-acp pno32 cst av-j vvb pn22 cc vvi pn22; vmb pn22 vvi d: (8) sermon (DIV2) 90 Page 37
634 this is somewhat like the Gospel of Christ, this is somewhat more than to do no wrong to others. this is somewhat like the Gospel of christ, this is somewhat more than to do no wrong to Others. d vbz av av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, d vbz av av-dc cs pc-acp vdi dx n-jn p-acp n2-jn. (8) sermon (DIV2) 90 Page 37
635 And to do as we would be done to, we must go higher, we must not onlie set this as a pattern, I'le do as I would be done by. And to do as we would be done to, we must go higher, we must not only Set this as a pattern, I'll do as I would be done by. cc pc-acp vdi c-acp pns12 vmd vbi vdn p-acp, pns12 vmb vvi av-jc, pns12 vmb xx av-j vvi d c-acp dt n1, pns11|vmb vdi c-acp pns11 vmd vbi vdn p-acp. (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
636 No, But I'le labour to do to another as God hath done to me. This is higher; No, But I'll labour to do to Another as God hath done to me. This is higher; uh-dx, cc-acp pns11|vmb vvi pc-acp vdi p-acp j-jn c-acp np1 vhz vdn p-acp pno11. d vbz jc; (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
637 that's thus, hath God shewed Himself gracious unto me? I'le labour to do that good to others as much as I am able even as God hach done to me: that's thus, hath God showed Himself gracious unto me? I'll labour to do that good to Others as much as I am able even as God hach done to me: d|vbz av, vhz np1 vvn px31 j p-acp pno11? pns11|vmb vvi pc-acp vdi d j p-acp n2-jn p-acp d c-acp pns11 vbm j av c-acp np1 vhz vdn p-acp pno11: (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
638 You have for that those two Scriptures, Ephes. 4. 31, 32. Let all bitterness, and wrath, You have for that those two Scriptures, Ephesians 4. 31, 32. Let all bitterness, and wrath, pn22 vhb p-acp d d crd n2, np1 crd crd, crd vvb d n1, cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
639 and anger, and clamor, and evil speaking be put away from you with all malice, and be ye kind one towards another, tender hearted, forgiving one another. and anger, and clamor, and evil speaking be put away from you with all malice, and be you kind one towards Another, tender hearted, forgiving one Another. cc n1, cc vvi, cc n-jn vvg vbi vvn av p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1, cc vbb pn22 j pi p-acp n-jn, j j-vvn, j-vvg pi j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
640 The light of Nature now will justifie all this: But mark the conclusion, Even as God for Christs sake hath forgiven you: The Light of Nature now will justify all this: But mark the conclusion, Even as God for Christ sake hath forgiven you: dt n1 pp-f n1 av vmb vvi d d: cc-acp vvb dt n1, av-j c-acp np1 p-acp npg1 n1 vhz vvn pn22: (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
641 Set the example of God before you, what God hath done for you for Christs sake, Set the Exampl of God before you, what God hath done for you for Christ sake, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22, r-crq np1 vhz vdn p-acp pn22 p-acp npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
642 and let that be the great motive; Do not only argue thus, well, I would be forgiven if I had offended; and let that be the great motive; Do not only argue thus, well, I would be forgiven if I had offended; cc vvb cst vbb dt j n1; vdb xx av-j vvi av, av, pns11 vmd vbi vvn cs pns11 vhd vvn; (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
643 and I would not have another to bear anger and malice against mee, and therefore I will not be angrie with them nor malign them; this is a low principle: and I would not have Another to bear anger and malice against me, and Therefore I will not be angry with them nor malign them; this is a low principle: cc pns11 vmd xx vhi j-jn pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno11, cc av pns11 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pno32 ccx vvi pno32; d vbz dt j n1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
644 but if I find that this is revealed in the Gospel, that the Lord for Christs sake hath forgiven me, but if I find that this is revealed in the Gospel, that the Lord for Christ sake hath forgiven me, cc-acp cs pns11 vvb cst d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1 vhz vvn pno11, (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
645 and it's this that quiets my passion, when I feel my corruption rising and stirring against any that hath offended me, and it's this that quiets my passion, when I feel my corruption rising and stirring against any that hath offended me, cc pn31|vbz d cst vvz po11 n1, c-crq pns11 vvb po11 n1 vvg cc vvg p-acp d cst vhz vvn pno11, (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
646 when I do but think of Gods mercie in forgiving me for Christs sake, this quiets me. when I do but think of God's mercy in forgiving me for Christ sake, this quiets me. c-crq pns11 vdb cc-acp vvb pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp j-vvg pno11 p-acp npg1 n1, d vvz pno11. (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
647 I this is somewhat like as becomes the Gospel of Christ, when we walk upon such principles as these are. I this is somewhat like as becomes the Gospel of christ, when we walk upon such principles as these Are. pns11 d vbz av av-j c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d n2 c-acp d vbr. (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
648 And so you have it in Col. 3. 13. Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another: And so you have it in Col. 3. 13. Forbearing one Another, and forgiving one Another: cc av pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp np1 crd crd vvg crd j-jn, cc j-vvg pi j-jn: (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
649 If any man have a quarrel against any, even as Christ forgive you, so also do ye. If any man have a quarrel against any, even as christ forgive you, so also do you. cs d n1 vhb dt n1 p-acp d, av c-acp np1 vvb pn22, av av vdb pn22. (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
650 It is very unbeseeming such as profess the Gospel of Christ to be quarrelsome with their neighbours: It is very unbeseeming such as profess the Gospel of christ to be quarrelsome with their neighbours: pn31 vbz av vvg d c-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n2: (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
651 Now you shall have some that are of very meek and quiet dispositions naturally, I love to live quiet (say some men;) thus far thou maiest come by the light of Nature not to love to quarrel: Now you shall have Some that Are of very meek and quiet dispositions naturally, I love to live quiet (say Some men;) thus Far thou Mayest come by the Light of Nature not to love to quarrel: av pn22 vmb vhi d cst vbr pp-f av j cc j-jn n2 av-j, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi j-jn (vvb d n2;) av av-j pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 xx pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi: (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
652 But now when any doth cause any quarrel, doest thou labor to quiet the quarrel upon this ground: Evn as Christ forgave me: But now when any does cause any quarrel, dost thou labour to quiet the quarrel upon this ground: Evn as christ forgave me: cc-acp av c-crq d vdz vvi d n1, vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp j-jn dt n1 p-acp d n1: vvn p-acp np1 vvd pno11: (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 37
653 O I have found the Lord Jesus Christ, notwithstanding my wretchedness against Him, and all the wrong I have done Him, He hath forgiven me, Oh I have found the Lord jesus christ, notwithstanding my wretchedness against Him, and all the wrong I have done Him, He hath forgiven me, uh pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 np1 np1, p-acp po11 n1 p-acp pno31, cc d dt j-jn pns11 vhb vdn pno31, pns31 vhz vvn pno11, (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 38
654 and therefore seeing Christ will not take advantage against me as He might, I will not take advantage against another: and Therefore seeing christ will not take advantage against me as He might, I will not take advantage against Another: cc av vvg np1 vmb xx vvi n1 p-acp pno11 c-acp pns31 vmd, pns11 vmb xx vvi n1 p-acp j-jn: (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 38
655 Is it upon this ground? And dost thou raise thy Conversation with thy Neighbor in keeping from quarrelsomness, Is it upon this ground? And dost thou raise thy Conversation with thy Neighbour in keeping from quarrelsomness, vbz pn31 p-acp d n1? cc vd2 pns21 vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 38
656 and contentiousness, dost thou naise it to this height, upon this ground, so to forgive as Christ hath forgiven you? I will not forgive only in this particular, and contentiousness, dost thou naise it to this height, upon this ground, so to forgive as christ hath forgiven you? I will not forgive only in this particular, cc n1, vd2 pns21 vvi pn31 p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1, av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 vhz vvn pn22? pns11 vmb xx vvi av-j p-acp d j, (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 38
657 or in this lesse offence, But as Christ hath forgiven me. or in this less offence, But as christ hath forgiven me. cc p-acp d dc n1, cc-acp p-acp np1 vhz vvn pno11. (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 38
658 We shall still have further occasion to mention these things, in opening the sutableness of our Conversations to the Gospel; We shall still have further occasion to mention these things, in opening the suitableness of our Conversations to the Gospel; pns12 vmb av vhb jc n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 38
659 that is, for the point of Justice, it must rise higher than that of doing as we would be done by. that is, for the point of justice, it must rise higher than that of doing as we would be done by. d vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb vvi av-jc cs d pp-f vdg c-acp pns12 vmd vbi vdn p-acp. (8) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 38
660 And then for grosse sins, thou keepest from them, thou thankest God, thou art no Swearer, no Drunkard, no Whoremonger, such kind of notorious sins thou art not guilty of: And then for gross Sins, thou Keepest from them, thou thankest God, thou art no Swearer, no Drunkard, no Whoremonger, such kind of notorious Sins thou art not guilty of: cc av p-acp j n2, pns21 vv2 p-acp pno32, pns21 js np1, pns21 vb2r dx n1, dx n1, dx n1, d n1 pp-f j n2 pns21 vb2r xx j pp-f: (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 38
661 but what art thou in respect of inward sins? what art thou in respect of secret sins? Mark that Scripture in Matth. 5. 10. saith Christ there, I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, you shall in no case enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. but what art thou in respect of inward Sins? what art thou in respect of secret Sins? Mark that Scripture in Matthew 5. 10. Says christ there, I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, you shall in no case enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. cc-acp q-crq vb2r pns21 p-acp n1 pp-f j n2? q-crq vb2r pns21 p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n2? n1 cst n1 p-acp np1 crd crd vvz np1 a-acp, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cst c-acp po22 n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc np2, pn22 vmb p-acp dx n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 38
662 We shall likewise speak further of this, when we open that of the Law, that our Conversations must rise higher than the Conversations of those did that lived under the Law, We shall likewise speak further of this, when we open that of the Law, that our Conversations must rise higher than the Conversations of those did that lived under the Law, pns12 vmb av vvi av-jc pp-f d, c-crq pns12 vvb d pp-f dt n1, cst po12 n2 vmb vvi av-jc cs dt n2 pp-f d vdd cst vvd p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 38
663 or else it doth not become the Gospel of Christ. You shall find further in the Chapter, or Else it does not become the Gospel of christ. You shall find further in the Chapter, cc av pn31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. pn22 vmb vvi av-jc p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 38
664 how Christ would raise them higher than meerly not to commit adulterie, or to be openly prophane: how christ would raise them higher than merely not to commit adultery, or to be openly profane: c-crq np1 vmd vvi pno32 av-jc cs av-j xx pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vbi av-j j: (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 38
665 Verse. 17. Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery. Verse. 17. You have herd that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery. n1. crd pn22 vhb vvn cst pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32 pp-f j n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 38
666 But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman, to lust after her, hath committed adultery with her already in his heart. But I say unto you, That whosoever looks on a woman, to lust After her, hath committed adultery with her already in his heart. p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cst r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, vhz vvn n1 p-acp pno31 av p-acp po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 38
667 And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out and cast it from thee: And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out and cast it from thee: cc cs po21 j-jn n1 vvi pno21, vvb pn31 av cc vvi pn31 p-acp pno21: (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 38
668 for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whol body should be cast into Hell. for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy Whole body should be cast into Hell. c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp pno21 d crd pp-f po21 n2 vmd vvi, cc xx d po21 j-jn n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 38
669 And then, If thy right hand offend thee, cut it off. And then, If thy right hand offend thee, Cut it off. cc av, cs po21 j-jn n1 vvi pno21, vvb pn31 a-acp. (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 38
670 And so in the point of Anger, in the 21, & 22. verses, Ye have heard, that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill: And so in the point of Anger, in the 21, & 22. Verses, You have herd, that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill: cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt crd, cc crd n2, pn22 vhb vvn, cst pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32 pp-f j n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi: (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 38
671 and whosoever shall kill, shall be in danger of the Judgment. and whosoever shall kill, shall be in danger of the Judgement. cc r-crq vmb vvi, vmb vbi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 38
672 But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause, shall be in danger of the judgment: But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause, shall be in danger of the judgement: p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cst r-crq vbz j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 38
673 and whosoever shall say unto his brother, Racha, shall be in danger of the councel: but wosoever shall say, Thou fool, shal be in danger of hell fire: and whosoever shall say unto his brother, Racha, shall be in danger of the council: but wosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire: cc r-crq vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, np1, vmb vbi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1: cc-acp av vmb vvi, pns21 n1, vmb vbi p-acp n1 pp-f n1 n1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 38
674 That is, liable to the same judgment that you think murder is. That is, liable to the same judgement that you think murder is. cst vbz, j p-acp dt d n1 cst pn22 vvb n1 vbz. (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 39
675 Now is your conversations as becometh the Gospel? Here Christ is a great Preacher of the Gospel; Now is your conversations as Becometh the Gospel? Here christ is a great Preacher of the Gospel; av vbz po22 n2 c-acp vvz dt n1? av np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 39
676 and shews that there is more strictness in the Gospel than ther is by the light of Nature, and shows that there is more strictness in the Gospel than there is by the Light of Nature, cc vvz cst pc-acp vbz dc n1 p-acp dt n1 cs pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 39
677 or by the Law, or by that that they understand by the Law: This the light of Nature doth dictate, that men should not Kill, nor commit Adultrie, or by the Law, or by that that they understand by the Law: This the Light of Nature does dictate, that men should not Kill, nor commit Adultery, cc p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d cst pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1: d dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi, cst n2 vmd xx vvi, ccx vvi n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 39
678 but now, If thy Conversation be such as becomes the Gospel, then thou must make conscience of Anger, but now, If thy Conversation be such as becomes the Gospel, then thou must make conscience of Anger, cc-acp av, cs po21 n1 vbb d c-acp vvz dt n1, cs pns21 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 39
679 and tremble at that as a natural man would tremble at Murder, for that becomes the Gospel; (I say) one that is a professor of the Gospel, he should tremble at sinful anger as a natural man would tremble at murder; and tremble At that as a natural man would tremble At Murder, for that becomes the Gospel; (I say) one that is a professor of the Gospel, he should tremble At sinful anger as a natural man would tremble At murder; cc vvi p-acp d c-acp dt j n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1, c-acp cst vvz dt n1; (pns11 vvb) crd cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp j n1 p-acp dt j n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 39
680 for observe it here, look what (they said) murder did make a man liable to; for observe it Here, look what (they said) murder did make a man liable to; c-acp vvb pn31 av, vvb r-crq (pns32 vvd) vvi vdd vvi dt n1 j p-acp; (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 39
681 the same thing (Christ saith) Anger would make a man liable to; the same thing (christ Says) Anger would make a man liable to; dt d n1 (np1 vvz) n1 vmd vvi dt n1 j p-acp; (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 39
682 therefore one that would walk as becomes the Gospel, must tremble at the inward sin of Anger, Therefore one that would walk as becomes the Gospel, must tremble At the inward since of Anger, av pi cst vmd vvi a-acp vvz dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 39
683 as a natural man would tremble at the outward sin of Murder. as a natural man would tremble At the outward since of Murder. c-acp dt j n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 39
684 And so for Adultry, Thou art no Whoremonger. But one that professes the Gospel, must look at the lusting of the eye, And so for Adultery, Thou art no Whoremonger. But one that Professes the Gospel, must look At the lusting of the eye, cc av p-acp n1, pns21 vb2r dx n1. p-acp crd cst vvz dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 39
685 and of the heart, as a natural man that hath but the light of Nature would look upon the cōmission of Adultrie, and of the heart, as a natural man that hath but the Light of Nature would look upon the commission of Adultery, cc pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt j n1 cst vhz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 39
686 for Christlaies that upon the lust of the heart that they lay upon the commission of Adultrie. for Christlaies that upon the lust of the heart that they lay upon the commission of Adultery. c-acp n2 cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 39
687 This is as becometh the Gospel. Further, By the light of Nature a man may be consciencious. This is as Becometh the Gospel. Further, By the Light of Nature a man may be conscientious. d vbz c-acp vvz dt n1. jc, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 vmb vbi j. (8) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 39
688 That is, make conscience of several sins. That is, make conscience of several Sins. cst vbz, vvb n1 pp-f j n2. (8) sermon (DIV2) 94 Page 39
689 Q. But now you will say, Wherein should a man go beyond this as becomes the Gospel? What can any man that professes the Gospel go beyond this, of making conscience of a secret sin, that though he knew that no bodie in the world did know his sin? nay, suppose he knew certainlie that it should never be known, Q. But now you will say, Wherein should a man go beyond this as becomes the Gospel? What can any man that Professes the Gospel go beyond this, of making conscience of a secret since, that though he knew that no body in the world did know his since? nay, suppose he knew Certainly that it should never be known, np1 p-acp av pn22 vmb vvi, c-crq vmd dt n1 vvb p-acp d c-acp vvz dt n1? q-crq vmb d n1 cst vvz dt n1 vvb p-acp d, pp-f vvg n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cst cs pns31 vvd cst dx n1 p-acp dt n1 vdd vvi po31 n1? uh-x, vvb pns31 vvd av-j cst pn31 vmd av-x vbi vvn, (8) sermon (DIV2) 95 Page 39
690 yet he dares not do it, how can a man go beyond that? yet he dares not do it, how can a man go beyond that? av pns31 vvz xx vdi pn31, q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp d? (8) sermon (DIV2) 95 Page 39
691 Ans. Yes, You must labor for the mortification of the body of sin that is within you; Ans. Yes, You must labour for the mortification of the body of since that is within you; np1 uh, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp pn22; (8) sermon (DIV2) 96 Page 39
692 not onlie to make conscience to keep from the act of secret sins, but thy work must be to labor for the mortification of the bodie of sin and death that is in thee, that's that that is reveal'd by the Gospel, that no man by the light of Nature ever knew; not only to make conscience to keep from the act of secret Sins, but thy work must be to labour for the mortification of the body of since and death that is in thee, that's that that is revealed by the Gospel, that no man by the Light of Nature ever knew; xx av-j pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, cc-acp po21 n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp pno21, d|vbz d d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cst dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av vvd; (8) sermon (DIV2) 96 Page 39
693 you shall never reade among all the Phylosophers of the point of Original sin, nor of mortification of the body of sin and death, this the light of Nature never tels. you shall never read among all the Philosophers of the point of Original since, nor of mortification of the body of since and death, this the Light of Nature never tells. pn22 vmb av-x vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, ccx pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, d dt n1 pp-f n1 av-x vvz. (8) sermon (DIV2) 96 Page 40
694 So that now, when a man come to his height, that is, first my conscience being enlightned by the Word so that I dare not commit any secret sin for the world, So that now, when a man come to his height, that is, First my conscience being enlightened by the Word so that I Dare not commit any secret since for the world, av cst av, c-crq dt n1 vvb p-acp po31 n1, cst vbz, ord po11 n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 av cst pns11 vvb xx vvi d j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 96 Page 40
695 though there be none but God and my conscience together, but besides that, Oh I carry about with me a body of sin and death, a root of bitterness, that original corruption, though there be none but God and my conscience together, but beside that, O I carry about with me a body of since and death, a root of bitterness, that original corruption, cs pc-acp vbb pix p-acp np1 cc po11 n1 av, cc-acp p-acp d, uh pns11 vvb a-acp p-acp pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cst j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 96 Page 40
696 and this makes me cry out, Oh wretched man, Oh wretched woman! and this makes me cry out, O wretched man, O wretched woman! cc d vvz pno11 vvi av, uh j n1, uh j n1! (8) sermon (DIV2) 96 Page 40
697 who shall deliver me from this body of death? and Oh that I could find this mortified in me, this is that that is the strength and endeavor of my soul, to get this bodie of sin to be mortified, I, this is as becomes the Gospel, so to live in your Conversations as it may appear that you are not content meerly to keep from actual sins, who shall deliver me from this body of death? and O that I could find this mortified in me, this is that that is the strength and endeavour of my soul, to get this body of since to be mortified, I, this is as becomes the Gospel, so to live in your Conversations as it may appear that you Are not content merely to keep from actual Sins, q-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1? cc uh cst pns11 vmd vvi d vvn p-acp pno11, d vbz d cst vbz dt n1 cc vvi pp-f po11 n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns11, d vbz c-acp vvz dt n1, av pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2 c-acp pn31 vmb vvi cst pn22 vbr xx j av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, (8) sermon (DIV2) 96 Page 40
698 though in secret, but it is your great care and endeavour to mortifie this verie bodie of death that is within you; though in secret, but it is your great care and endeavour to mortify this very body of death that is within you; cs p-acp j-jn, cc-acp pn31 vbz po22 j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp pn22; (8) sermon (DIV2) 96 Page 40
699 and by this a great manie of your Civil men, and meer moral men will or at least may be convinced that their Conversations comes short of that that becomes the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and by this a great many of your Civil men, and mere moral men will or At least may be convinced that their Conversations comes short of that that becomes the Gospel of jesus christ, cc p-acp d dt j d pp-f po22 j n2, cc j j n2 vmb cc p-acp ds vmb vbi vvn cst po32 n2 vvz j pp-f d cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 96 Page 40
700 for they are not acquainted with this. for they Are not acquainted with this. c-acp pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp d. (8) sermon (DIV2) 96 Page 40
701 Lastly, If you would have your Conversations such as becomes the Gospel of Christ, you must not only think to make conscience of secret sins, Lastly, If you would have your Conversations such as becomes the Gospel of christ, you must not only think to make conscience of secret Sins, ord, cs pn22 vmd vhi po22 n2 d c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmb xx av-j vvi pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f j-jn n2, (8) sermon (DIV2) 97 Page 40
702 but that which you do, you must manifest that it doth proceed out of Love, not only that you do obey, but that which you do, you must manifest that it does proceed out of Love, not only that you do obey, cc-acp cst r-crq pn22 vdb, pn22 vmb vvi cst pn31 vdz vvi av pp-f n1, xx j cst pn22 vdb vvi, (8) sermon (DIV2) 97 Page 40
703 but that you love the Commandement that you do obey. but that you love the Commandment that you do obey. cc-acp cst pn22 vvb dt n1 cst pn22 vdb vvi. (8) sermon (DIV2) 97 Page 40
704 Now this, neither any hypocrit or meer moral man doth, if you take it universallie one Commandement as well as another. Now this, neither any hypocrite or mere moral man does, if you take it universally one Commandment as well as Another. av d, dx d n1 cc j j n1 vdz, cs pn22 vvb pn31 av-j crd n1 c-acp av c-acp j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV2) 97 Page 40
705 Obj. You will say, Love is a secret thing? Object You will say, Love is a secret thing? np1 pn22 vmb vvi, n1 vbz dt j-jn n1? (8) sermon (DIV2) 98 Page 40
706 Ans. But as you may know in your family the difference between your childrens obedience to you and your servants, Ans. But as you may know in your family the difference between your Children's Obedience to you and your Servants, np1 p-acp c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1 dt n1 p-acp po22 ng2 n1 p-acp pn22 cc po22 n2, (8) sermon (DIV2) 99 Page 40
707 so there may appear a difference between the obedience of one that is meerly moral, or doth it out of conscience, and the other that doth it out of love; so there may appear a difference between the Obedience of one that is merely moral, or does it out of conscience, and the other that does it out of love; av pc-acp vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pi cst vbz av-j j, cc vdz pn31 av pp-f n1, cc dt n-jn cst vdz pn31 av pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV2) 99 Page 40
708 therefore you must know that you do not rise beyond the light of Nature, except that you do love the Command as well as obey the Command, Therefore you must know that you do not rise beyond the Light of Nature, except that you do love the Command as well as obey the Command, av pn22 vmb vvi cst pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp cst pn22 vdb vvi dt n1 c-acp av c-acp vvi dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 99 Page 40
709 and so carrie things in your Conversations as you may make it appear that all those waie of God that you make conscience of, that you likewise have a love unto them, and so carry things in your Conversations as you may make it appear that all those Way of God that you make conscience of, that you likewise have a love unto them, cc av vvb n2 p-acp po22 n2 c-acp pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vvi cst d d n1 pp-f np1 cst pn22 vvb n1 pp-f, cst pn22 av vhb dt n1 p-acp pno32, (8) sermon (DIV2) 99 Page 40
710 and do them out of a principle of love, and thus you come beyond the light of Nature, and do them out of a principle of love, and thus you come beyond the Light of Nature, cc vdb pno32 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 99 Page 40
711 and in some measure it is as becomes the Gospel of Christ. and in Some measure it is as becomes the Gospel of christ. cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 99 Page 40
712 And that's the first thing how we should walk in our Conversations as becomes the Gospel of Christ. And that's the First thing how we should walk in our Conversations as becomes the Gospel of christ. cc d|vbz dt ord n1 c-crq pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 99 Page 41
713 But now this is the lowest of all. But now this is the lowest of all. p-acp av d vbz dt js pp-f d. (8) sermon (DIV2) 99 Page 41
714 The second is, That our Conversations must be such as is beyond such as live under the Law, for the Law of God goes higher than the light of Nature, The second is, That our Conversations must be such as is beyond such as live under the Law, for the Law of God Goes higher than the Light of Nature, dt ord vbz, cst po12 n2 vmb vbi d c-acp vbz p-acp d c-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz jc cs dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
715 for there's more reveal'd there than in the light of Nature. for there's more revealed there than in the Light of Nature. c-acp pc-acp|vbz av-dc vvn a-acp cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
716 It's true, that that you call the moral Law, the light of Nature, if it be cleer it is sutable to it, to the most part of it, only there is some part that is positive, It's true, that that you call the moral Law, the Light of Nature, if it be clear it is suitable to it, to the most part of it, only there is Some part that is positive, pn31|vbz j, cst d pn22 vvb dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vbb j pn31 vbz j p-acp pn31, p-acp dt av-ds n1 pp-f pn31, av-j a-acp vbz d n1 cst vbz j, (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
717 but most part is but sutable to the principles of Nature if they were cleer and pure; but most part is but suitable to the principles of Nature if they were clear and pure; cc-acp ds n1 vbz p-acp j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cs pns32 vbdr j cc j; (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
718 but now because, since the fall of Man, the light of Nature is darkned, and the principles of Nature are much corrupted, but now Because, since the fallen of Man, the Light of Nature is darkened, and the principles of Nature Are much corrupted, cc-acp av c-acp, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr av-d vvn, (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
719 therefore God hath given His Law, that is as it were a glass of His Will, that is, the cleer glass of what was written in the heart of man in Innocencie, that's the Law: Therefore God hath given His Law, that is as it were a glass of His Will, that is, the clear glass of what was written in the heart of man in Innocence, that's the Law: av np1 vhz vvn po31 n1, cst vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst vbz, dt j n1 pp-f r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, d|vbz dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
720 Only there is that of the limitation of the seventh Day particularly from the Creation that hath somewhat positive in it, Only there is that of the limitation of the seventh Day particularly from the Creation that hath somewhat positive in it, av-j a-acp vbz d pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 cst vhz av j p-acp pn31, (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
721 but take all the other and (I say) it is nothing but as a glass of what was written in the heart of man in the time of Innocency: but take all the other and (I say) it is nothing but as a glass of what was written in the heart of man in the time of Innocency: cc-acp vvb d dt j-jn cc (pns11 vvb) pn31 vbz pix cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
722 There was written in mans heart to keep some solemn time for the worship of God, only the specification was by revelation, There was written in men heart to keep Some solemn time for the worship of God, only the specification was by Revelation, pc-acp vbds vvn p-acp ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j dt n1 vbds p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
723 but the substance of all those ten Commandements (I say) is the glass of what was written in the heart of man in Innocency: but the substance of all those ten commandments (I say) is the glass of what was written in the heart of man in Innocency: cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d d crd n2 (pns11 vvb) vbz dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
724 And because God saw that this writing was so much blotted out, almost all obliterated, And Because God saw that this writing was so much blotted out, almost all obliterated, cc c-acp np1 vvd cst d n1 vbds av av-d vvn av, av d j, (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
725 therefore God wrote it in Tables of stone, whereas it was written in the Table of mans heart at first; Therefore God wrote it in Tables of stone, whereas it was written in the Table of men heart At First; av np1 vvd pn31 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1 p-acp ord; (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
726 But now when He comes to bring men to the Gospel there He writes over that Law again in the Tables of their hearts: But now when He comes to bring men to the Gospel there He writes over that Law again in the Tables of their hearts: cc-acp av c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 a-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2: (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
727 At first it was written in the heart of Adam, but he falling, doth blot it out in a great measure, At First it was written in the heart of Adam, but he falling, does blot it out in a great measure, p-acp ord pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pns31 vvg, vdz vvi pn31 av p-acp dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
728 then God writes it over fair again, but how? He writes it over in a fair Copie, then God writes it over fair again, but how? He writes it over in a fair Copy, cs np1 vvz pn31 p-acp j av, cc-acp q-crq? pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
729 but it is in Tables of stone: but it is in Tables of stone: cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
730 but when God receives any soul in the Gospel He writes it over again in the Tables of their hearts; but when God receives any soul in the Gospel He writes it over again in the Tables of their hearts; cc-acp c-crq np1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2; (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
731 Now this gives you a little hint of the difference between the Law and the Gospel, between the Conversations of men that were meerly Legal, Now this gives you a little hint of the difference between the Law and the Gospel, between the Conversations of men that were merely Legal, av d vvz pn22 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cst vbdr av-j j, (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
732 and the Conversation that is Evangelical: and the Conversation that is Evangelical: cc dt n1 cst vbz np1: (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
733 but the opening of it to shew the difference between the Law and the Gospel in reference to this, but the opening of it to show the difference between the Law and the Gospel in Referente to this, cc-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d, (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 41
734 and to shew how low the Conversation was that was meerly Legal, and how high raised the Conversation of a Christian ought to be if he would make it Evangelical, such as becomes the Gospel of Christ, would ask more time, and to show how low the Conversation was that was merely Legal, and how high raised the Conversation of a Christian ought to be if he would make it Evangelical, such as becomes the Gospel of christ, would ask more time, cc pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j dt n1 vbds d vbds av-j j, cc c-crq j vvd dt n1 pp-f dt njp vmd p-acp vbi cs pns31 vmd vvi pn31 np1, d c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, vmd vvi dc n1, (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 42
735 and therefore we must defer that to the next day. and Therefore we must defer that to the next day. cc av pns12 vmb vvi cst p-acp dt ord n1. (8) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 42
736 SERMON III. PHIL. 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of Christ. SERMON III. PHILIP. 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of christ. n1 np1. np1. crd crd j vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 100 Page 42
737 A Conversation becoming the Gospel of Christ, it must be beyond what the Law can inable one to attain to, or else it doth not become the Gospel. A Conversation becoming the Gospel of christ, it must be beyond what the Law can inable one to attain to, or Else it does not become the Gospel. dt n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmb j pi pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc av pn31 vdz xx vvi dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 101 Page 42
738 I have shewed you already what the Gospel of Christ is. I have showed you already what the Gospel of christ is. pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz. (9) sermon (DIV2) 102 Page 42
739 But now we are upon the point of Conversation, That it must be higher than can be by the Law, those that live under the Gospel must live in a higher way of holiness than those that lived under the Law. But now we Are upon the point of Conversation, That it must be higher than can be by the Law, those that live under the Gospel must live in a higher Way of holiness than those that lived under the Law. p-acp av pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi jc cs vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, d cst vvb p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1 cs d cst vvd p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 102 Page 42
740 Now for this, we are to consider of the Law under these two considerations. Now for this, we Are to Consider of the Law under these two considerations. av p-acp d, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 p-acp d crd n2. (9) sermon (DIV2) 102 Page 42
741 First, As it is a Covenant of works for life, so it was made at first to Adam: First, As it is a Covenant of works for life, so it was made At First to Adam: ord, p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1, av pn31 vbds vvn p-acp ord p-acp np1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 103 Page 42
742 It was a Covenant of works for eternal life to Adam, and so to man kind in him. It was a Covenant of works for Eternal life to Adam, and so to man kind in him. pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp j n1 p-acp np1, cc av p-acp n1 n1 p-acp pno31. (9) sermon (DIV2) 103 Page 42
743 Secondly, We are to consider the Law as in the Ministration of it by Moses: Take it either of these two waies. Secondly, We Are to Consider the Law as in the Ministration of it by Moses: Take it either of these two ways. ord, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp np1: vvb pn31 d pp-f d crd n2. (9) sermon (DIV2) 104 Page 42
744 Those that live under the Gospel, and profess the Gospel, must live in a more holy Conversation, Those that live under the Gospel, and profess the Gospel, must live in a more holy Conversation, d cst vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvb dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt av-dc j n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 104 Page 42
745 or aim, or endeavour at least after a more holy Conversation than that Conversation could be that was under the Law: or aim, or endeavour At least After a more holy Conversation than that Conversation could be that was under the Law: cc n1, cc vvi p-acp ds p-acp dt av-dc j n1 cs d n1 vmd vbi cst vbds p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 104 Page 42
746 As now, I say thus, the Law as the Covenant of life to Adam, But what was his Conversation? As now, I say thus, the Law as the Covenant of life to Adam, But what was his Conversation? c-acp av, pns11 vvb av, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq vbds po31 n1? (9) sermon (DIV2) 104 Page 42
747 First, It was obedience to God meerly as Creator, no further; First, It was Obedience to God merely as Creator, no further; ord, pn31 vbds n1 p-acp np1 av-j c-acp n1, av-dx av-jc; (9) sermon (DIV2) 105 Page 43
748 Adam in innocency he lookt upon God as Creator of al things, as the First being of all, Adam in innocency he looked upon God as Creator of all things, as the First being of all, np1 p-acp n1 pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, c-acp dt ord vbg pp-f d, (9) sermon (DIV2) 105 Page 43
749 and so Adam tendered up his service to God meerly as the Creator and First-being. That was his obedience. and so Adam tendered up his service to God merely as the Creator and First-being. That was his Obedience. cc av np1 vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 av-j p-acp dt n1 cc j. cst vbds po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 105 Page 43
750 Secondly, The Law to Adam had promise only of natural things, of a natural life to be continued: Secondly, The Law to Adam had promise only of natural things, of a natural life to be continued: ord, dt n1 p-acp np1 vhd n1 av-j pp-f j n2, pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn: (9) sermon (DIV2) 106 Page 43
751 We do not reade of Gods promising Adam to live in Heaven if he had obeyed; We do not read of God's promising Adam to live in Heaven if he had obeyed; pns12 vdb xx vvi pp-f npg1 j-vvg np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cs pns31 vhd vvn; (9) sermon (DIV2) 106 Page 43
752 but, Do this and live; that was the Tenour of the Covenant with him: that is, he should have continued in Paradise and so have lived a natural life, but, Do this and live; that was the Tenor of the Covenant with him: that is, he should have continued in Paradise and so have lived a natural life, cc-acp, vdb d cc vvi; cst vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31: cst vbz, pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp n1 cc av vhb vvn dt j n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 106 Page 43
753 but yet continued eternally, God would have upheld that natural life of his, that's all we reade of that ever God promised to Adam if he had stood by vertue of that Covenant of the Law: but yet continued eternally, God would have upheld that natural life of his, that's all we read of that ever God promised to Adam if he had stood by virtue of that Covenant of the Law: cc-acp av vvd av-j, np1 vmd vhi vvn d j n1 pp-f png31, d|vbz d pns12 vvb pp-f cst av np1 vvd p-acp np1 cs pns31 vhd vvn p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 106 Page 43
754 That's the second thing considerable in him. That's the second thing considerable in him. d|vbz dt ord n1 j p-acp pno31. (9) sermon (DIV2) 106 Page 43
755 so that his obedience was tendred up to God to that end, that he might obtain the continuance of a natural life here in this world, only in order unto that, so that his Obedience was tendered up to God to that end, that he might obtain the Continuance of a natural life Here in this world, only in order unto that, av cst po31 n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 av p-acp d n1, av-j p-acp n1 p-acp d, (9) sermon (DIV2) 106 Page 43
756 for we find no more revealed. for we find no more revealed. c-acp pns12 vvb av-dx av-dc vvn. (9) sermon (DIV2) 106 Page 43
757 The first man Adam he was Natural, the second Spiritual, the first of the Earth earthly, the second, the Lord from Heaven. The Apostle. 1 Cor. 15. speaks of Adam in innocency as the common head of al man-kind, he was of the Earth earthly, and in way of distinction the second Adam was the Lord from Heaven; He brings all heavenly glory. The First man Adam he was Natural, the second Spiritual, the First of the Earth earthly, the second, the Lord from Heaven. The Apostle. 1 Cor. 15. speaks of Adam in innocency as the Common head of all mankind, he was of the Earth earthly, and in Way of distinction the second Adam was the Lord from Heaven; He brings all heavenly glory. dt ord n1 np1 pns31 vbds j, dt ord j, dt ord pp-f dt n1 j, dt ord, dt n1 p-acp n1. dt n1. crd np1 crd vvz pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vbds pp-f dt n1 j, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 dt ord np1 vbds dt n1 p-acp n1; pns31 vvz d j n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 106 Page 43
758 Though Adam had stood, yet we never reade of any heavenly glory that ever he or his posterity should have had; Though Adam had stood, yet we never read of any heavenly glory that ever he or his posterity should have had; cs np1 vhd vvn, av pns12 av-x vvd pp-f d j n1 cst av pns31 cc po31 n1 vmd vhi vhn; (9) sermon (DIV2) 106 Page 43
759 but the second Adam he is the Lord from Heaven that brings Heavenly glory with him. but the second Adam he is the Lord from Heaven that brings Heavenly glory with him. cc-acp dt ord np1 pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 cst vvz j n1 p-acp pno31. (9) sermon (DIV2) 106 Page 43
760 That's the second thing considerable in the Law as a Covenant with Adam. That's the second thing considerable in the Law as a Covenant with Adam. d|vbz dt ord n1 j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 106 Page 43
761 The third thing in the Law as a Covenant with Adam was this, That Adam under the Law he must have wrought by his own strength that he had received. The third thing in the Law as a Covenant with Adam was this, That Adam under the Law he must have wrought by his own strength that he had received. dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 vbds d, cst np1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmb vhi vvn p-acp po31 d n1 cst pns31 vhd vvn. (9) sermon (DIV2) 107 Page 43
762 God at first gave man strength for obedience, and he puts his stock into his own hand, God At First gave man strength for Obedience, and he puts his stock into his own hand, np1 p-acp ord vvd n1 n1 p-acp n1, cc pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 d n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 107 Page 43
763 and so he must have wrought and continued by the power of the strength that God did at first give him, he had not that fountain to go to for that continual supply of strength as we have, which you shall see presently. and so he must have wrought and continued by the power of the strength that God did At First give him, he had not that fountain to go to for that continual supply of strength as we have, which you shall see presently. cc av pns31 vmb vhi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst np1 vdd p-acp ord vvi pno31, pns31 vhd xx d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pns12 vhb, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi av-j. (9) sermon (DIV2) 107 Page 43
764 Fourthly, Adam, he was in such a condition, as he was in hazard of his miscarrying for his eternal estate; Fourthly, Adam, he was in such a condition, as he was in hazard of his miscarrying for his Eternal estate; ord, np1, pns31 vbds p-acp d dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f po31 vvg p-acp po31 j n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 108 Page 43
765 He was indeed in a way of obedience to the Law that God gave him, but still so as he was in hazard of eternal miscarrying; He was indeed in a Way of Obedience to the Law that God gave him, but still so as he was in hazard of Eternal miscarrying; pns31 vbds av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cst np1 vvd pno31, cc-acp av av c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f j vvg; (9) sermon (DIV2) 108 Page 43
766 this was the condition of Adam under the Law. Obj. You will say, He was holy, and had no sin. this was the condition of Adam under the Law. Object You will say, He was holy, and had no since. d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. np1 pn22 vmb vvi, pns31 vbds j, cc vhd dx n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 108 Page 44
767 Ans. But considering his condition under the Law; That it was Obedience to God as a Creator, he did work for natural good; Ans. But considering his condition under the Law; That it was obedience to God as a Creator, he did work for natural good; np1 p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; cst pn31 vbds n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vdd vvi p-acp j j; (9) sermon (DIV2) 110 Page 44
768 and he wrought by the strength he had received, and he was in hazard of miscarrying eternally. and he wrought by the strength he had received, and he was in hazard of miscarrying eternally. cc pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhd vvn, cc pns31 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f vvg av-j. (9) sermon (DIV2) 110 Page 44
769 Now compare his condition with the condition of the Saints in the time of the Gospel, Now compare his condition with the condition of the Saints in the time of the Gospel, av vvb po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 110 Page 44
770 and you will find the condition of the Saints having the fruit of the Gospel, to be in a great deal better condition, even now; and you will find the condition of the Saints having the fruit of the Gospel, to be in a great deal better condition, even now; cc pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vhg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1 jc n1, av av; (9) sermon (DIV2) 110 Page 44
771 not only shall be in Heaven, but are in a better condition now than Adam was in paradise. not only shall be in Heaven, but Are in a better condition now than Adam was in paradise. xx av-j vmb vbi p-acp n1, cc-acp vbr p-acp dt jc n1 av cs np1 vbds p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 110 Page 44
772 1. Adam he obeyed God, and tendered up his service to God as a Creator. 1. Adam he obeyed God, and tendered up his service to God as a Creator. crd np1 pns31 vvd np1, cc vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 111 Page 44
773 But now the people of God under the Gospel, those that are brought home to God by the Gospel, they look upon God under another relation, not meerly as Creator, But now the people of God under the Gospel, those that Are brought home to God by the Gospel, they look upon God under Another Relation, not merely as Creator, p-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, d cst vbr vvn av-an p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp j-jn n1, xx av-j c-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 111 Page 44
774 but all their services that they tender up to God, it is as unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, and their Father in Him; but all their services that they tender up to God, it is as unto the Father of our Lord jesus christ, and their Father in Him; cc-acp d po32 n2 cst pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp np1, pn31 vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, cc po32 n1 p-acp pno31; (9) sermon (DIV2) 111 Page 44
775 I go to my Father, and I go to your Father (saith Christ) John, 20. 17. It's true, still we look upon God as the First-being of all things, as Creator; I go to my Father, and I go to your Father (Says christ) John, 20. 17. It's true, still we look upon God as the First-being of all things, as Creator; pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n1, cc pns11 vvb p-acp po22 n1 (vvz np1) np1, crd crd pn31|vbz j, av pns12 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt j pp-f d n2, c-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 111 Page 44
776 but we look upon Him in a higher relation than meerly our Creator, we look upon Him as the Father of Jesus Christ, but we look upon Him in a higher Relation than merely our Creator, we look upon Him as the Father of jesus christ, cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt jc n1 cs av-j po12 n1, pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 111 Page 44
777 and so in Jesus Christ as our Father, and so we tender up obedience to Him in that way, and so in jesus christ as our Father, and so we tender up Obedience to Him in that Way, cc av p-acp np1 np1 p-acp po12 n1, cc av pns12 vvb a-acp n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 111 Page 44
778 and surely such obedience tendered up to God as under such a relation; and surely such Obedience tendered up to God as under such a Relation; cc av-j d n1 vvd a-acp p-acp np1 c-acp p-acp d dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 111 Page 44
779 should be a higher kind of obedience, a higher kind of holiness than was in Adam. should be a higher kind of Obedience, a higher kind of holiness than was in Adam. vmd vbi dt jc n1 pp-f n1, dt jc n1 pp-f n1 av vbds p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 111 Page 44
780 Although it is true, in respect of our condition here, we are not so free from corruption as Adam was in Innocencie, Although it is true, in respect of our condition Here, we Are not so free from corruption as Adam was in Innocence, cs pn31 vbz j, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1 av, pns12 vbr xx av j p-acp n1 c-acp np1 vbds p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 112 Page 44
781 yet the obedience that we tender up to God, though it be not so free (I say) from mixture, yet the Obedience that we tender up to God, though it be not so free (I say) from mixture, av dt n1 cst pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp np1, cs pn31 vbb xx av j (pns11 vvb) p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 112 Page 44
782 yet it is of a higher nature than Adams was, it is to God as the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. yet it is of a higher nature than Adams was, it is to God as the Father of our Lord jesus christ. av pn31 vbz pp-f dt jc n1 cs npg1 vbds, pn31 vbz p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 112 Page 44
783 2. We have better promises than ever Adam had, we have promises of Heavenly Glory that he had not: 2. We have better promises than ever Adam had, we have promises of Heavenly Glory that he had not: crd pns12 vhb jc n2 cs av np1 vhd, pns12 vhb n2 pp-f j n1 cst pns31 vhd xx: (9) sermon (DIV2) 113 Page 44
784 God doth not say, Do and live to us only, live hear in the world in a natural life, God does not say, Do and live to us only, live hear in the world in a natural life, np1 vdz xx vvi, vdb cc vvi p-acp pno12 av-j, vvb vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 113 Page 44
785 and I will free you from outward troubles, and from the death of the body: and I will free you from outward Troubles, and from the death of the body: cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp j n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 113 Page 44
786 But we know that the Gospel brings immortallity and glory to light, it tels us of the glory of Heaven, But we know that the Gospel brings immortality and glory to Light, it tells us of the glory of Heaven, cc-acp pns12 vvb cst dt n1 vvz n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, pn31 vvz pno12 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 113 Page 44
787 and of the Mansions that Jesus Christ is gone before to prepare, of the glorious Communion that the Saints shall have with God in the highest heavens, which is another manner of motive to obedience than ever Adam had: and of the Mansions that jesus christ is gone before to prepare, of the glorious Communion that the Saints shall have with God in the highest heavens, which is Another manner of motive to Obedience than ever Adam had: cc pp-f dt n2 cst np1 np1 vbz vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi, pp-f dt j n1 cst dt n2 vmb vhi p-acp np1 p-acp dt js n2, r-crq vbz j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cs av np1 vhd: (9) sermon (DIV2) 113 Page 45
788 And therefore our obedience to God should be raised in a higher way than ever his was. And Therefore our Obedience to God should be raised in a higher Way than ever his was. cc av po12 n1 p-acp np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt jc n1 cs av po31 vbds. (9) sermon (DIV2) 113 Page 45
789 3. The strength that we have, it's not put into our own hands to keep and so to improve, and there's all. 3. The strength that we have, it's not put into our own hands to keep and so to improve, and there's all. crd dt n1 cst pns12 vhb, pn31|vbz xx vvn p-acp po12 d n2 pc-acp vvi cc av pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp|vbz d. (9) sermon (DIV2) 114 Page 45
790 But Jesus Christ the Second Person in Trinity, He is fil'd with all fulness that we might receive grace for grace continually from the fulness of Jesus Christ that hath all the treasures of wisdom in Him, In Him it pleased the Father that all fulness should dwell; But jesus christ the Second Person in Trinity, He is filled with all fullness that we might receive grace for grace continually from the fullness of jesus christ that hath all the treasures of Wisdom in Him, In Him it pleased the Father that all fullness should dwell; p-acp np1 np1 dt ord n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi n1 p-acp n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 cst vhz d dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp pno31 pn31 vvd dt n1 cst d n1 vmd vvi; (9) sermon (DIV2) 114 Page 45
791 now the Saints by faith have as it were a pipe laid into that Cistern that hath all fulness, from whence continually by the work of Faith they draw strength and nourishment, new supply from Him, they have not somewhat given to them and so are set to trade for themselves and improve what is given them, now the Saints by faith have as it were a pipe laid into that Cistern that hath all fullness, from whence continually by the work of Faith they draw strength and nourishment, new supply from Him, they have not somewhat given to them and so Are Set to trade for themselves and improve what is given them, av dt n2 p-acp n1 vhb p-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1 cst vhz d n1, p-acp c-crq av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vvb n1 cc n1, j n1 p-acp pno31, pns32 vhb xx av vvn p-acp pno32 cc av vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp px32 cc vvb r-crq vbz vvn pno32, (9) sermon (DIV2) 114 Page 45
792 but they suck new vertue from Jesus Christ as from a Head. Adam he was the head of the first Covenant himself, but they suck new virtue from jesus christ as from a Head. Adam he was the head of the First Covenant himself, cc-acp pns32 vvb j n1 p-acp np1 np1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 np1 pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 px31, (9) sermon (DIV2) 114 Page 45
793 but now 'tis Jesus Christ that is the Head of the Second, and all Beleevers draw spirits from Jesus Christ, but now it's jesus christ that is the Head of the Second, and all Believers draw spirits from jesus christ, cc-acp av pn31|vbz np1 np1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ord, cc d n2 vvb n2 p-acp np1 np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 114 Page 45
794 and strength from him as from the Head, they have a Head that Adam had not to draw strength from, and strength from him as from the Head, they have a Head that Adam had not to draw strength from, cc n1 p-acp pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns32 vhb dt n1 cst np1 vhd xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp, (9) sermon (DIV2) 114 Page 45
795 and therefore they are to manifest the strength of Jesus Christ in all their waies, that fulness that there is in Jesus Christ they are to make that appear to the world in their lives and Conversations: and Therefore they Are to manifest the strength of jesus christ in all their ways, that fullness that there is in jesus christ they Are to make that appear to the world in their lives and Conversations: cc av pns32 vbr p-acp j dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp d po32 n2, cst n1 cst pc-acp vbz p-acp np1 np1 pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi cst vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 114 Page 45
796 And therefore that text Col. 1 10, 11. is very remarkable, That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, And Therefore that text Col. 1 10, 11. is very remarkable, That you might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, cc av d n1 np1 crd crd, crd vbz av j, cst pn22 vmd vvi j pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j-vvg, vbg j p-acp d j n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 114 Page 45
797 and increasing in the knowledg of God: mark in the 11. verse, strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power; and increasing in the knowledge of God: mark in the 11. verse, strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power; cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: vvb p-acp dt crd n1, vvn p-acp d n1, vvg p-acp po31 j n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 114 Page 45
798 This is worthy of the Lord, because that now we come to receive of his fulness, of the fulness of Jesus Christ, This is worthy of the Lord, Because that now we come to receive of his fullness, of the fullness of jesus christ, d vbz j pp-f dt n1, c-acp cst av pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f po31 n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 114 Page 45
799 and to have a continual supply from him; and to have a continual supply from him; cc pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp pno31; (9) sermon (DIV2) 114 Page 45
800 Though 'tis true, so God hath ordered it that so long as we live we shall have some mixtures of corruption here, Though it's true, so God hath ordered it that so long as we live we shall have Some mixtures of corruption Here, cs pn31|vbz j, av np1 vhz vvn pn31 cst av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb pns12 vmb vhi d n2 pp-f n1 av, (9) sermon (DIV2) 114 Page 45
801 but yet he hath provided a help for us, a fulness in his Son, that from Him we should draw of His fulness, but yet he hath provided a help for us, a fullness in his Son, that from Him we should draw of His fullness, cc-acp av pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno12, dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst p-acp pno31 pns12 vmd vvi pp-f po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 114 Page 45
802 and so come to be strengthened with all might. and so come to be strengthened with all might. cc av vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 114 Page 45
803 4. We now serve the Lord and obey Him in our lives as those that are delivered from the hazard of eternal miscarrying. 4. We now serve the Lord and obey Him in our lives as those that Are Delivered from the hazard of Eternal miscarrying. crd pns12 av vvi dt n1 cc vvi pno31 p-acp po12 n2 c-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j vvg. (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 45
804 Adam obeyed, but yet he might know when he was obeying; Adam obeyed, but yet he might know when he was obeying; np1 vvd, cc-acp av pns31 vmd vvi c-crq pns31 vbds vvg; (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 45
805 I now obey, but I am in danger to miscarry eternally, every hour to undo my self and posterity for ever. I now obey, but I am in danger to miscarry eternally, every hour to undo my self and posterity for ever. pns11 av vvi, cc-acp pns11 vbm p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, d n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 cc n1 c-acp av. (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
806 But now certainly this very thought, and the understanding of this, it could not stand with that full freedom of spirit that the Saints may have now under the Gospel, the Saints under the Gospel come in a way of obedience to God, But now Certainly this very Thought, and the understanding of this, it could not stand with that full freedom of Spirit that the Saints may have now under the Gospel, the Saints under the Gospel come in a Way of Obedience to God, p-acp av av-j d j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d, pn31 vmd xx vvi p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 cst dt n2 vmb vhi av p-acp dt n1, dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
807 and upon this ground they have their feet (as it were) upon sure ground: and upon this ground they have their feet (as it were) upon sure ground: cc p-acp d n1 pns32 vhb po32 n2 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp j n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
808 Well, as for my eternal estate the hazard of miscarrying there, it is over, I blesse God that is over, Well, as for my Eternal estate the hazard of miscarrying there, it is over, I bless God that is over, av, c-acp p-acp po11 j n1 dt n1 pp-f vvg a-acp, pn31 vbz a-acp, pns11 vvb np1 cst vbz a-acp, (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
809 for that now my obedience it is not that I might work out, and earn salvation; for that now my Obedience it is not that I might work out, and earn salvation; c-acp cst av po11 n1 pn31 vbz xx cst pns11 vmd vvi av, cc vvi n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
810 but my obedience to God now is (being set safe upon the shore) that I might live to the praise of the grace of God that hath delivered me from al danger of miscarrying, but my Obedience to God now is (being Set safe upon the shore) that I might live to the praise of the grace of God that hath Delivered me from all danger of miscarrying, cc-acp po11 n1 p-acp np1 av vbz (vbg vvn j p-acp dt n1) cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vhz vvn pno11 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg, (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
811 and hath set me with Jesus Christ in heavenly places, I am now already set in heavenly places with Jesus Christ, and hath Set me with jesus christ in heavenly places, I am now already Set in heavenly places with jesus christ, cc vhz vvn pno11 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp j n2, pns11 vbm av av vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp np1 np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
812 and as sure of Heaven (for so a Believer may come to be) as if so be that I were there already, and as sure of Heaven (for so a Believer may come to be) as if so be that I were there already, cc p-acp j pp-f n1 (c-acp av dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi) c-acp cs av vbb d pns11 vbdr a-acp av, (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
813 and so I am now to begin the life of Heaven, to be blessing and magnifying God, not in word only, and so I am now to begin the life of Heaven, to be blessing and magnifying God, not in word only, cc av pns11 vbm av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi n1 cc vvg np1, xx p-acp n1 av-j, (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
814 but in my life, therefore am I to hold forth the glory of God in my life and Conversation, that I might blesse and magnifie the Name of God, that hath delivered me from darkness, but in my life, Therefore am I to hold forth the glory of God in my life and Conversation, that I might bless and magnify the Name of God, that hath Delivered me from darkness, cc-acp p-acp po11 n1, av vbm pns11 pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po11 n1 cc n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vhz vvn pno11 p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
815 and hath translated me into the Kingdom of his dear Son, and upon these terms do I serve God now; and hath translated me into the Kingdom of his dear Son, and upon these terms do I serve God now; cc vhz vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1, cc p-acp d n2 vdb pns11 vvi np1 av; (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
816 I do not serve God as one that is in hazard for ever to miscarry, I do not serve God as one that is in hazard for ever to miscarry, pns11 vdb xx vvi np1 c-acp pi cst vbz p-acp n1 c-acp av pc-acp vvi, (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
817 and out of a base and slavish fear lest I should miscarry, I do endeavor to work out my salvation; and out of a base and slavish Fear lest I should miscarry, I do endeavour to work out my salvation; cc av pp-f dt j cc j n1 cs pns11 vmd vvi, pns11 vdb vvi pc-acp vvi av po11 n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
818 but it is as one that is redeemed and delivered from eternal misery, yea, I now begin to joyn with the Saints and Angels that are in Heaven, that are there magnifying God, but it is as one that is redeemed and Delivered from Eternal misery, yea, I now begin to join with the Saints and Angels that Are in Heaven, that Are there magnifying God, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pi cst vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp j n1, uh, pns11 av vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 cst vbr p-acp n1, cst vbr a-acp vvg np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
819 and shal be to al eternity praising of Him for His free grace towards them; and shall be to all eternity praising of Him for His free grace towards them; cc vmb vbi p-acp d n1 vvg pp-f pno31 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp pno32; (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
820 surely this Conversation should be in a higher degree of holiness than the Conversation of Adam could be even in Paradise: surely this Conversation should be in a higher degree of holiness than the Conversation of Adam could be even in Paradise: av-j d n1 vmd vbi p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1 cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi av p-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
821 Yet still remembring this, we cannot in this life attain to such a Conversation as to be without mixture of evil, Yet still remembering this, we cannot in this life attain to such a Conversation as to be without mixture of evil, av av vvg d, pns12 vmbx p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 pp-f n-jn, (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
822 but we should be more spiritual and heavenly in our waies, we have more cause to be so than Adam had in his innocency, but we should be more spiritual and heavenly in our ways, we have more cause to be so than Adam had in his innocency, cc-acp pns12 vmd vbi av-dc j cc j p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vhb dc n1 pc-acp vbi av cs np1 vhd p-acp po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
823 and we do not walk answerable to the Gospel except our hearts do rise in a more spiritual and heavenly way than his heart could rise when it came new out of the hand of his Creator. and we do not walk answerable to the Gospel except our hearts do rise in a more spiritual and heavenly Way than his heart could rise when it Come new out of the hand of his Creator. cc pns12 vdb xx vvi j p-acp dt n1 c-acp po12 n2 vdb vvi p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1 cs po31 n1 vmd vvi c-crq pn31 vvd j av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 46
824 That's the first consideration of the Law as it was a Covenant of life to him and al man-kind in him. That's the First consideration of the Law as it was a Covenant of life to him and all mankind in him. d|vbz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 cc d n1 p-acp pno31. (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 47
825 Oh that as we go along we would but consider what cause we have of humiliation then; O that as we go along we would but Consider what cause we have of humiliation then; uh d c-acp pns12 vvb a-acp pns12 vmd cc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pns12 vhb pp-f n1 av; (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 47
826 Oh how far are our Conversations short of that that becomes the Gospel if it should rise to so high a pitch as this is that hath been mentioned. O how Far Are our Conversations short of that that becomes the Gospel if it should rise to so high a pitch as this is that hath been mentioned. uh c-crq av-j vbr po12 n2 j pp-f d cst vvz dt n1 cs pn31 vmd vvi p-acp av j dt n1 c-acp d vbz cst vhz vbn vvn. (9) sermon (DIV2) 115 Page 47
827 Secondly, Consider we the Law as in the administration of it to Moses, and so to the people of the Jews: Secondly, Consider we the Law as in the administration of it to Moses, and so to the people of the jews: ord, vvb pns12 dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp np1, cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 116 Page 47
828 The administration of the Law to them it was under another notion, it was to bring them to Christ, The administration of the Law to them it was under Another notion, it was to bring them to christ, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32 pn31 vbds p-acp j-jn n1, pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 116 Page 47
829 and that they might come to see their inability of keeping of that Covenant, and come to understand Christ so much the more, and that they might come to see their inability of keeping of that Covenant, and come to understand christ so much the more, cc cst pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n1 pp-f vvg pp-f d n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi np1 av av-d dt av-dc, (9) sermon (DIV2) 116 Page 47
830 and to be driven unto Christ by having the Law presented to them, God did never intend by giving of the Law to the people of the Jews that it should be a Covenant of eternal life to them; and to be driven unto christ by having the Law presented to them, God did never intend by giving of the Law to the people of the jews that it should be a Covenant of Eternal life to them; cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp vhg dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32, np1 vdd av-x vvi p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2 cst pn31 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno32; (9) sermon (DIV2) 116 Page 47
831 indeed there was this in the administraon of it somewhat different from us, some special Covenant about their living in Canaan, and about mercies in that promised Land, beyond that that we have in the Law, indeed there was this in the administraon of it somewhat different from us, Some special Covenant about their living in Canaan, and about Mercies in that promised Land, beyond that that we have in the Law, av a-acp vbds d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av j p-acp pno12, d j n1 p-acp po32 n-vvg p-acp np1, cc p-acp n2 p-acp d j-vvn n1, p-acp d cst pns12 vhb p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 116 Page 47
832 as we find in the new Testament, they (I say) had this annexed to it. as we find in the new Testament, they (I say) had this annexed to it. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1, pns32 (pns11 vvb) vhd d vvn p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV2) 116 Page 47
833 The Law that was first given unto Adam and written in his heart, afterwards even obliterated, The Law that was First given unto Adam and written in his heart, afterwards even obliterated, dt n1 cst vbds ord vvn p-acp np1 cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, av av j, (9) sermon (DIV2) 116 Page 47
834 then it was transcribed by the same hand in tables of stone and given unto them chiefly to shew them their misery, and their need of Christ; then it was transcribed by the same hand in tables of stone and given unto them chiefly to show them their misery, and their need of christ; cs pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt d n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc vvn p-acp pno32 av-jn pc-acp vvi pno32 po32 n1, cc po32 n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 116 Page 47
835 to be a preparation for Christs coming into the world; to be a preparation for Christ coming into the world; pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp npg1 vvg p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 116 Page 47
836 and with this one addition beyond what we have in the new Testament, that there was a temporal Covenant annexed unto it, that concern'd their living prosperously in the Land of Canaan, (& so far we are delivered even from the Law as it was given by Moses, that is, from the connexion of the Covenant that was added unto the delivering of the Law) concerning their happy and comfortable condition in the Land of Canaan upon the keeping of their Law; and with this one addition beyond what we have in the new Testament, that there was a temporal Covenant annexed unto it, that concerned their living prosperously in the Land of Canaan, (& so Far we Are Delivered even from the Law as it was given by Moses, that is, from the connexion of the Covenant that was added unto the delivering of the Law) Concerning their happy and comfortable condition in the Land of Canaan upon the keeping of their Law; cc p-acp d crd n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp dt j n1, cst a-acp vbds dt j n1 vvn p-acp pn31, cst vvd po32 n-vvg av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (cc av av-j pns12 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp np1, cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1) vvg po32 j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 116 Page 47
837 but now (how ever it was) certainly that Conversation that becomes the Gospel should be beyond what could be even from godly men in the time of the Law. but now (how ever it was) Certainly that Conversation that becomes the Gospel should be beyond what could be even from godly men in the time of the Law. cc-acp av (c-crq av pn31 vbds) av-j cst n1 cst vvz dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp q-crq vmd vbi av p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 116 Page 47
838 As first, The Law to them it was given under low Promises, their promises were but very low that were under the Law: As First, The Law to them it was given under low Promises, their promises were but very low that were under the Law: p-acp ord, dt n1 p-acp pno32 pn31 vbds vvn p-acp j vvz, po32 n2 vbdr cc-acp av j cst vbdr p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 117 Page 47
839 It's true, they had somewhat of the Gospel that we have, but extream darkly, and very little that they knew of it, It's true, they had somewhat of the Gospel that we have, but extreme darkly, and very little that they knew of it, pn31|vbz j, pns32 vhd av pp-f dt n1 cst pns12 vhb, cc-acp j-jn av-j, cc av j cst pns32 vvd pp-f pn31, (9) sermon (DIV2) 117 Page 47
840 but the chief Ministration of God towards them was then in a legal way, and that had but low promises, but the chief Ministration of God towards them was then in a Legal Way, and that had but low promises, cc-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 vbds av p-acp dt j n1, cc d vhd cc-acp j n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 117 Page 48
841 as their living in Canaan; you shall find generally al the promises that are annexed to the Law even by Moses, it is but, that they shall prolong their daies in the Land ▪ the Lord their God shall give them, That they should be blest in their basket and store: as their living in Canaan; you shall find generally all the promises that Are annexed to the Law even by Moses, it is but, that they shall prolong their days in the Land ▪ the Lord their God shall give them, That they should be blessed in their basket and store: c-acp po32 n-vvg p-acp np1; pn22 vmb vvi av-j d dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 av p-acp np1, pn31 vbz p-acp, cst pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 ▪ dt n1 po32 n1 vmb vvi pno32, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 117 Page 48
842 their Promises were under Heaven-Promises, Promises of this life only; and therefore it could raise them but to a very low degree of holiness. their Promises were under Heaven-Promises, Promises of this life only; and Therefore it could raise them but to a very low degree of holiness. po32 vvz vbdr p-acp j, vvz pp-f d n1 av-j; cc av pn31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 117 Page 48
843 Secondly, Their Ordinances were but poor and mean, and beggerly in comparison of our; Secondly, Their Ordinances were but poor and mean, and beggarly in comparison of our; ord, po32 n2 vbdr p-acp j cc j, cc j p-acp n1 pp-f po12; (9) sermon (DIV2) 118 Page 48
844 for so the Gospel cals them, Col. 2. They were but beggerly rudiments, which stood only in meats and drinks, for so the Gospel calls them, Col. 2. They were but beggarly rudiments, which stood only in Meats and drinks, c-acp av dt n1 vvz pno32, np1 crd pns32 vbdr p-acp j n2, r-crq vvd av-j p-acp n2 cc n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 118 Page 48
845 and divers washings, and carnal Ordinances imposed on them untill the time of reformation. Heb. 9. 10. They had an earthly Tabernacle, a worldly Sanctuary, Heb. 9. 1. &c. and diverse washings, and carnal Ordinances imposed on them until the time of Reformation. Hebrew 9. 10. They had an earthly Tabernacle, a worldly Sanctuary, Hebrew 9. 1. etc. cc j n2-vvg, cc j n2 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. np1 crd crd pns32 vhd dt j n1, dt j n1, np1 crd crd av (9) sermon (DIV2) 118 Page 48
846 Thirdly, The burden of them under the Law was very great, they were under a heavy yoke & burden that did bow them down: Thirdly, The burden of them under the Law was very great, they were under a heavy yoke & burden that did bow them down: ord, dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 vbds av j, pns32 vbdr p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 cst vdd vvi pno32 a-acp: (9) sermon (DIV2) 119 Page 48
847 A man that is under a heavy burden it makes him stoop & bend in the back, he cannot stand so upright nor fast as others that have no such weight upon them. A man that is under a heavy burden it makes him stoop & bend in the back, he cannot stand so upright nor fast as Others that have no such weight upon them. dt n1 cst vbz p-acp dt j n1 pn31 vvz pno31 vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmbx vvi av av-j ccx av-j c-acp n2-jn cst vhb dx d n1 p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV2) 119 Page 48
848 Fourthly, The administration of the Law was with Thunder and Lightning very terrible, It made even Moses quake and tremble, (as the Author to the Hebrews speaks.) Fourthly, The administration of the Law was with Thunder and Lightning very terrible, It made even Moses quake and tremble, (as the Author to the Hebrews speaks.) ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds p-acp n1 cc n1 av j, pn31 vvd av np1 n1 cc vvi, (c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np1 vvz.) (9) sermon (DIV2) 120 Page 48
849 Fiftly, Their spirits were very servile under the Law, they were subject to bondage even all their daies; Fifty, Their spirits were very servile under the Law, they were Subject to bondage even all their days; ord, po32 n2 vbdr av j p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbdr j-jn p-acp n1 av d po32 n2; (9) sermon (DIV2) 121 Page 48
850 God so ordered things as to carry on his people even in a very servile way, they were but mean servants then, hewers of wood and drawers of water. God so ordered things as to carry on his people even in a very servile Way, they were but mean Servants then, hewers of wood and drawers of water. np1 av vvd n2 p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 av p-acp dt j j n1, pns32 vbdr p-acp j n2 av, n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 121 Page 48
851 But now under the Gospel, First, our Promises are far better, and our Covenant better, in Heb. 8. 6. there the Apostle compares their Condition and ours, Who serve (saith he) unto the example and shadow of heavenly things, There was but the shadow of heavenly things; But now under the Gospel, First, our Promises Are Far better, and our Covenant better, in Hebrew 8. 6. there the Apostle compares their Condition and ours, Who serve (Says he) unto the Exampl and shadow of heavenly things, There was but the shadow of heavenly things; p-acp av p-acp dt n1, ord, po12 vvz vbr av-j av-jc, cc po12 n1 av-jc, p-acp np1 crd crd zz dt n1 vvz po32 n1 cc png12, r-crq vvb (vvz pns31) p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2, a-acp vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2; (9) sermon (DIV2) 122 Page 48
852 the Gospel hath the Heavenly things themselves, and they are but the shadow, for so you have it in Heb. 10. 1. For the Law having a shadow of good things to come, the Gospel hath the Heavenly things themselves, and they Are but the shadow, for so you have it in Hebrew 10. 1. For the Law having a shadow of good things to come, dt n1 vhz dt j n2 px32, cc pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1, p-acp av pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 vhg dt n1 pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi, (9) sermon (DIV2) 122 Page 48
853 and not the very image of the things: and not the very image of the things: cc xx dt j n1 pp-f dt n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 122 Page 48
854 They had but a shadow of good things to come, and not the very image it self. They had but a shadow of good things to come, and not the very image it self. pns32 vhd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi, cc xx dt j n1 pn31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 122 Page 48
855 As Moses was admonish'd of God, when he was about to make the Tabernacle, For see (saith he) that thou make all things according to the pattern shewed to thee in the Mount. As Moses was admonished of God, when he was about to make the Tabernacle, For see (Says he) that thou make all things according to the pattern showed to thee in the Mount. p-acp np1 vbds vvd pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp vvi (vvz pns31) d pns21 vvb d n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 122 Page 48
856 And then in Heb. 8. 6. But now hath he obtained a more excellent Ministry, [ that's Christ ] By how much also he is the Mediator of a better Covenant, which was established upon better promises: And then in Hebrew 8. 6. But now hath he obtained a more excellent Ministry, [ that's christ ] By how much also he is the Mediator of a better Covenant, which was established upon better promises: cc av p-acp np1 crd crd p-acp av vhz pns31 vvn dt av-dc j n1, [ d np1 ] p-acp c-crq av-d av pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp jc n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 122 Page 49
857 A better Covenant, and stablished upon better promises, or a better Testament: Their promises I say were but low and mean; A better Covenant, and established upon better promises, or a better Testament: Their promises I say were but low and mean; dt jc n1, cc vvd p-acp jc n2, cc dt jc n1: po32 n2 pns11 vvb vbdr p-acp j cc j; (9) sermon (DIV2) 122 Page 49
858 and our promises are high and precious, and we have a better Covenant, a Covenant not of living in the Land of Canaan, but of Heaven, of which that Canaan was but a Type, and our promises Are high and precious, and we have a better Covenant, a Covenant not of living in the Land of Canaan, but of Heaven, of which that Canaan was but a Type, cc po12 n2 vbr j cc j, cc pns12 vhb dt jc n1, dt n1 xx pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pp-f n1, pp-f r-crq d np1 vbds p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 122 Page 49
859 and therefore our Conversations should rise higher in holiness according as our Covenant and Promises are better than theirs. and Therefore our Conversations should rise higher in holiness according as our Covenant and Promises Are better than theirs. cc av po12 n2 vmd vvi av-jc p-acp n1 vvg p-acp po12 n1 cc vvz vbr av-jc cs png32. (9) sermon (DIV2) 122 Page 49
860 Secondly, Our Worship is more spiritual than their worship was. Secondly, Our Worship is more spiritual than their worship was. ord, po12 n1 vbz av-dc j cs po32 n1 vbds. (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 49
861 As that known place in Joh. 4. 23. where Christ saith to the woman of Samaria, You serve God in this place: As that known place in John 4. 23. where christ Says to the woman of Samaria, You serve God in this place: p-acp cst j-vvn n1 p-acp np1 crd crd n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vvb np1 p-acp d n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 49
862 But the time shall come that they shall serve him every where, for God is a Spirit, But the time shall come that they shall serve him every where, for God is a Spirit, cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns32 vmb vvi pno31 d c-crq, c-acp np1 vbz dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 49
863 and will be worshiped in spirit and in truth. and will be worshipped in Spirit and in truth. cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 49
864 There is more spiritual worship in the time of the Gospel than was in the time of the Law: There is more spiritual worship in the time of the Gospel than was in the time of the Law: pc-acp vbz av-dc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 49
865 The Lord carried them on in a carnal and a sensitive way: The Lord carried them on in a carnal and a sensitive Way: dt n1 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp dt j cc dt j n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 49
866 and indeed this hath been a great design of Antichrist to bring men to a carnal way of worship, To carnal Ordinances, for so they are called in Scripture, the Commandements of God by Moses, are called carnal, Heb. 9. 10. For their worship was in comparison of the worship in the Gospel but carnal; (I say) it hath bin the design of Antichrist to darken the glory of Jesus Christ in the Gospel, by bringing the Church to a carnal way of worship, and indeed this hath been a great Design of Antichrist to bring men to a carnal Way of worship, To carnal Ordinances, for so they Are called in Scripture, the commandments of God by Moses, Are called carnal, Hebrew 9. 10. For their worship was in comparison of the worship in the Gospel but carnal; (I say) it hath been the Design of Antichrist to darken the glory of jesus christ in the Gospel, by bringing the Church to a carnal Way of worship, cc av d vhz vbn dt j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j n2, p-acp av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, vbr vvn j, np1 crd crd p-acp po32 n1 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j; (pns11 vvb) pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 49
867 and to take away spiritual, and therefore they are altogether about carnal Institutions, whereas Jesus Christ hath instituted but only two Sacraments, wherein there are outward carnal things, wherein we worship God through the Creature, otherwise His worship is altogether spiritual; and to take away spiritual, and Therefore they Are altogether about carnal Institutions, whereas jesus christ hath instituted but only two Sacraments, wherein there Are outward carnal things, wherein we worship God through the Creature, otherwise His worship is altogether spiritual; cc pc-acp vvi av j, cc av pns32 vbr av p-acp j n2, cs np1 np1 vhz vvn cc-acp av-j crd n2, c-crq pc-acp vbr j j n2, c-crq pns12 vvb np1 p-acp dt n1, av po31 n1 vbz av j; (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 49
868 but now Antichrist he would bring in altogether carnal things, he would ad a hundred inventions of his own, but now Antichrist he would bring in altogether carnal things, he would and a hundred Inventions of his own, cc-acp av np1 pns31 vmd vvi p-acp av j n2, pns31 vmd vvi dt crd n2 pp-f po31 d, (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 49
869 as building sumptuous Temples, railing in of the Communion Tables, and then turning them into Altars; as building sumptuous Temples, railing in of the Communion Tables, and then turning them into Altars; c-acp vvg j n2, vvg p-acp pp-f dt n1 n2, cc av vvg pno32 p-acp n2; (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 49
870 with such kind of apish gestures, foolish garments, and Heathenish musick, all which was carnal worship, the devices of men to please children and fools with: with such kind of apish gestures, foolish garments, and Heathenish music, all which was carnal worship, the devices of men to please children and Fools with: p-acp d n1 pp-f j n2, j n2, cc j n1, d r-crq vbds j n1, dt n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp: (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 49
871 exceedingly much against the very life and soul of Godliness, and the only rule of worship in the Word of God. exceedingly much against the very life and soul of Godliness, and the only Rule of worship in the Word of God. av-vvg av-d p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 49
872 Besides this rediculous and carnal way of worship, made the worshipers twofold more the children of Satan than they were before. Beside this ridiculous and carnal Way of worship, made the worshippers twofold more the children of Satan than they were before. p-acp d j cc j n1 pp-f n1, vvd dt n2 j n1 dt n2 pp-f np1 cs pns32 vbdr a-acp. (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 50
873 But now the more spiritual any worship of God is, the more spiritual it makes the heart, the lesse we stick to the creature while we are worshipping of God, the more communion we come to have with Christ, But now the more spiritual any worship of God is, the more spiritual it makes the heart, the less we stick to the creature while we Are worshipping of God, the more communion we come to have with christ, p-acp av dt av-dc j d n1 pp-f np1 vbz, dt av-dc j pn31 vvz dt n1, dt av-dc pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 cs pns12 vbr vvg pp-f np1, dt av-dc n1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 50
874 and so it doth raise holinesse to a more higher pitch. Thirdly, Ʋnder the Gospel our yoke is more easie: and so it does raise holiness to a more higher pitch. Thirdly, Ʋnder the Gospel our yoke is more easy: cc av pn31 vdz vvi n1 p-acp dt av-dc jc n1. ord, vvb dt n1 po12 n1 vbz av-dc j: (9) sermon (DIV2) 123 Page 50
875 You know what Christ saith, (in a Scripture that I have opened to you at large) Come, take my yoke upon you, You know what christ Says, (in a Scripture that I have opened to you At large) Come, take my yoke upon you, pn22 vvb r-crq np1 vvz, (p-acp dt n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp j) vvb, vvb po11 n1 p-acp pn22, (9) sermon (DIV2) 124 Page 50
876 for my yoke is easie, and my burden is light. for my yoke is easy, and my burden is Light. p-acp po11 n1 vbz j, cc po11 n1 vbz j. (9) sermon (DIV2) 124 Page 50
877 You are delivered from that heavy burden that they were under, and therefore you should run the waies of Gods Commandements, You Are Delivered from that heavy burden that they were under, and Therefore you should run the ways of God's commandments, pn22 vbr vvn p-acp d j n1 cst pns32 vbdr p-acp, cc av pn22 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 124 Page 50
878 and follow after holiness more readily and freely than they could do. and follow After holiness more readily and freely than they could do. cc vvi p-acp n1 av-dc av-j cc av-j cs pns32 vmd vdi. (9) sermon (DIV2) 124 Page 50
879 Fourthly, We have access with boldness to the Throne of grace, (as the Scripture speaks) God doth not reveal Himself in that terrible way to his Saints now, Fourthly, We have access with boldness to the Throne of grace, (as the Scripture speaks) God does not reveal Himself in that terrible Way to his Saints now, ord, pns12 vhb n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (c-acp dt n1 vvz) np1 vdz xx vvi px31 p-acp d j n1 p-acp po31 n2 av, (9) sermon (DIV2) 125 Page 50
880 as in the time of the Law, but would have them come with boldness, and have libertie of speech: as in the time of the Law, but would have them come with boldness, and have liberty of speech: c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp vmd vhi pno32 vvi p-acp n1, cc vhb n1 pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 125 Page 50
881 for that's the word, as in the second of the Ephesians, of the boldness that we have to come into the presence of God; for that's the word, as in the second of the Ephesians, of the boldness that we have to come into the presence of God; p-acp d|vbz dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f dt np1, pp-f dt n1 cst pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 125 Page 50
882 Through him we have access by one spirit unto the Father. Through him we have access by one Spirit unto the Father. p-acp pno31 pns12 vhb n1 p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 125 Page 50
883 [ Access ] the word signifies a coming with freedom (as it were) being led by the hand of God. [ Access ] the word signifies a coming with freedom (as it were) being led by the hand of God. [ n1 ] dt n1 vvz dt n-vvg p-acp n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 125 Page 50
884 In Ephes. 3. 12. In whom we have boldness and access (saith the text there) with confidence by the faith of Him. Three words here are together: In Ephesians 3. 12. In whom we have boldness and access (Says the text there) with confidence by the faith of Him. Three words Here Are together: p-acp np1 crd crd p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb n1 cc n1 (vvz dt n1 a-acp) p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31. crd n2 av vbr av: (9) sermon (DIV2) 125 Page 50
885 We have boldness, and access, with confidence by the faith of Him. We have boldness, and access, with confidence by the faith of Him. pns12 vhb n1, cc n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31. (9) sermon (DIV2) 125 Page 50
886 The word that is here translated [ Boldness ] it is, liberty of speech; we may come and speak our minds and unbosome our speech freely to God without any such terror; The word that is Here translated [ Boldness ] it is, liberty of speech; we may come and speak our minds and unbosom our speech freely to God without any such terror; dt n1 cst vbz av vvn [ n1 ] pn31 vbz, n1 pp-f n1; pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi po12 n2 cc vvi po12 n1 av-j p-acp np1 p-acp d d n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 125 Page 50
887 and we may come to God without desiring. Moses must go into Gods presence for them as he did; and we may come to God without desiring. Moses must go into God's presence for them as he did; cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp vvg. np1 vmb vvi p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp pno32 c-acp pns31 vdd; (9) sermon (DIV2) 125 Page 50
888 Oh they durst not go themselves, but Moses must go and speak with God. O they durst not go themselves, but Moses must go and speak with God. uh pns32 vvd xx vvi px32, cc-acp np1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 125 Page 50
889 We may come into the presence of God and speak our hearts freely with a holy boldness in the Name of Christ. We may come into the presence of God and speak our hearts freely with a holy boldness in the Name of christ. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vvb po12 n2 av-j p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 125 Page 50
890 Fifthly, We have the spirit of adoption more than they. Fifthly, We have the Spirit of adoption more than they. ord, pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 av-dc cs pns32. (9) sermon (DIV2) 126 Page 50
891 Rom. 8. We have not received the spirit of bondage to fear again, but the spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba ▪ Father. Rom. 8. We have not received the Spirit of bondage to Fear again, but the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba ▪ Father. np1 crd pns12 vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi av, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vvb, np1 ▪ n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 126 Page 50
892 There was a spirit of bondage under which, even the people of God were in former times, There was a Spirit of bondage under which, even the people of God were in former times, a-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr p-acp j n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 126 Page 50
893 and now the spirit of adoption is more spread abroad and cōmunicated in the world to the Churches than it was before, and therefore the Lord expects a Conversation sutable to the spirit of adoption. and now the Spirit of adoption is more spread abroad and communicated in the world to the Churches than it was before, and Therefore the Lord expects a Conversation suitable to the Spirit of adoption. cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-dc vvn av cc vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cs pn31 vbds a-acp, cc av dt n1 vvz dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 126 Page 51
894 As now, take one that is a child and hath a servile spirit and is afraid to come into the presence of his father, it may be he will do some works in obedience to his father, As now, take one that is a child and hath a servile Spirit and is afraid to come into the presence of his father, it may be he will do Some works in Obedience to his father, p-acp av, vvb pi cst vbz dt n1 cc vhz dt j n1 cc vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 126 Page 51
895 but in a heavy & dull way, but afterwards when his father is fully reconcil'd to him, but in a heavy & dull Way, but afterwards when his father is Fully reconciled to him, cc-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1, cc-acp av c-crq po31 n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno31, (9) sermon (DIV2) 126 Page 51
896 & comes & speaks kindly to him & there comes a spirit of adoption upon the child, Oh then he goes lively on in duty to his father, & comes & speaks kindly to him & there comes a Spirit of adoption upon the child, O then he Goes lively on in duty to his father, cc vvz cc vvz av-j p-acp pno31 cc pc-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, uh av pns31 vvz av-j a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 126 Page 51
897 then he rejoyces in the presence of his father, & to do any thing that may please his father; then he rejoices in the presence of his father, & to do any thing that may please his father; cs pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc pc-acp vdi d n1 cst vmb vvi po31 n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 126 Page 51
898 when he is acted by a spirit of adoptiō, theres more service done according to the mind & wil of Christ than there was before. when he is acted by a Spirit of adoption, theres more service done according to the mind & will of christ than there was before. c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp|vbz dc n1 vdn p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 cs a-acp vbds a-acp. (9) sermon (DIV2) 126 Page 51
899 So (my Brethren) we should exceed all under the Law with a more fillial obedience, So (my Brothers) we should exceed all under the Law with a more Filial Obedience, av (po11 n2) pns12 vmd vvi d p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt av-dc j n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 127 Page 51
900 than ever there was in that time, or else our Conversation it is not such as becomes the Gospel: than ever there was in that time, or Else our Conversation it is not such as becomes the Gospel: cs av a-acp vbds p-acp d n1, cc av po12 n1 pn31 vbz xx d c-acp vvz dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 127 Page 51
901 Therefore when you open the old Testament and reade of those excellent gracious spirits that were there, especially in the Psalms, what holy breathings and pantings after God there are, Therefore when you open the old Testament and read of those excellent gracious spirits that were there, especially in the Psalms, what holy breathings and pantings After God there Are, av c-crq pn22 vvb dt j n1 cc vvi pp-f d j j n2 cst vbdr a-acp, av-j p-acp dt n2, r-crq j n2-vvg cc n2 p-acp np1 pc-acp vbr, (9) sermon (DIV2) 127 Page 51
902 and in the Prophets, what exemplary holiness then liv'd and shined in the world: and in the prophets, what exemplary holiness then lived and shined in the world: cc p-acp dt n2, r-crq j n1 av vvd cc vvd p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 127 Page 51
903 Be ashamed of your selves if you do not rise to as high a degree as they and higher too Be ashamed of your selves if you do not rise to as high a degree as they and higher too vbb j pp-f po22 n2 cs pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp p-acp j dt n1 c-acp pns32 cc jc av (9) sermon (DIV2) 127 Page 51
904 Obj. Why you will say, But they were eminent men, they were the Prophets of God and so were extraordinary; Object Why you will say, But they were eminent men, they were the prophets of God and so were extraordinary; np1 c-crq pn22 vmb vvi, cc-acp pns32 vbdr j n2, pns32 vbdr dt n2 pp-f np1 cc av vbdr j; (9) sermon (DIV2) 128 Page 51
905 and can ordinary Christians rise as high as they did, and be such burning and shining lamps as they were? and can ordinary Christians rise as high as they did, and be such burning and shining lamps as they were? cc vmb j np1 vvi c-acp j c-acp pns32 vdd, cc vbb d j-vvg cc j-vvg n2 c-acp pns32 vbdr? (9) sermon (DIV2) 128 Page 51
906 Ans. I'le give you one Scripture about that, in Zach. 12. 8. it is a cleer Prophesie of the times of the Gospel, In that day shall the Lord defend the Inhabitants of Jerusalem, Ans. I'll give you one Scripture about that, in Zach 12. 8. it is a clear Prophesy of the times of the Gospel, In that day shall the Lord defend the Inhabitants of Jerusalem, np1 pns11|vmb vvi pn22 crd n1 p-acp d, p-acp np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt j vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d n1 vmb dt n1 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 51
907 and he that is feeble among them at that day shall be as David; and he that is feeble among them At that day shall be as David; cc pns31 cst vbz j p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1 vmb vbi c-acp np1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 51
908 and the house of David shall be as God, as the Angel of the Lord before them. and the house of David shall be as God, as the Angel of the Lord before them. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi c-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 51
909 Mark, he that is feeble among them shall be as David, who was a man according to Gods own heart. Mark, he that is feeble among them shall be as David, who was a man according to God's own heart. vvb, pns31 cst vbz j p-acp pno32 vmb vbi c-acp np1, r-crq vbds dt n1 vvg p-acp n2 d n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 51
910 Oh reade Davids Psalms, particularly the 119. Psalm, and see the holy breathings of David, and observe that there is a Prophesie, that those that are feeble shall be as David, O read Davids Psalms, particularly the 119. Psalm, and see the holy breathings of David, and observe that there is a Prophesy, that those that Are feeble shall be as David, uh vvb npg1 n2, av-j dt crd np1, cc vvi dt j n2-vvg pp-f np1, cc vvb cst pc-acp vbz dt vvb, cst d cst vbr j vmb vbi c-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 51
911 and those that are as David, that is, the eminent Christians, the Lords Champions, and the house of David shall be as God, as the Angels of the Lord. and those that Are as David, that is, the eminent Christians, the lords Champions, and the house of David shall be as God, as the Angels of the Lord. cc d cst vbr p-acp np1, cst vbz, dt j np1, dt n2 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi c-acp np1, c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 51
912 Christians in the time of the Gospel that are eminent should live as Angels, Angelical lives, Christians in the time of the Gospel that Are eminent should live as Angels, Angelical lives, np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbr j vmd vvi p-acp n2, j n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 51
913 and the weakest of all should be as David: Indeed considering what we have revealed in the Gospel we should be ashamed that our hearts and lives should come short in spiritualness, and the Weakest of all should be as David: Indeed considering what we have revealed in the Gospel we should be ashamed that our hearts and lives should come short in spiritualness, cc dt js pp-f d vmd vbb p-acp np1: av vvg r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmd vbi j cst po12 n2 cc n2 vmd vvi j p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
914 and heavenliness of any that lived in the times of the Law: and heavenliness of any that lived in the times of the Law: cc n1 pp-f d cst vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
915 see in the 119. Psalm, how you find Davids heart taken and ravished with the Word of God, Oh how sweet was the Law of God to him, sweeter than the honey and the honey comb. see in the 119. Psalm, how you find Davids heart taken and ravished with the Word of God, O how sweet was the Law of God to him, Sweeten than the honey and the honey comb. vvb p-acp dt crd np1, c-crq pn22 vvb npg1 n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, uh q-crq j vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, jc cs dt n1 cc dt n1 n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
916 He doth not mean there the Law in opposition to the Gospel, but the whol Word of God; He does not mean there the Law in opposition to the Gospel, but the Whole Word of God; pns31 vdz xx vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
917 Now you should consider this, what part of Gods Word had David there, he had not many of the Prophesies, he had but the Books of Moses and some other Books; Now you should Consider this, what part of God's Word had David there, he had not many of the prophecies, he had but the Books of Moses and Some other Books; av pn22 vmd vvi d, r-crq n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vhd np1 a-acp, pns31 vhd xx d pp-f dt n2, pns31 vhd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc d j-jn n2; (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
918 the Book of Job was then, and some of the Chronicles, some part of the Kings, and the Book of Judges; but most part of the Kings he could not have, the Book of Job was then, and Some of the Chronicles, Some part of the Kings, and the Book of Judges; but most part of the Kings he could not have, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds av, cc d pp-f dt n2, d n1 pp-f dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2; p-acp ds n1 pp-f dt n2 pns31 vmd xx vhi, (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
919 for he was the second King: therefore what little part of the Word of God was written at that time; for he was the second King: Therefore what little part of the Word of God was written At that time; c-acp pns31 vbds dt ord n1: av q-crq j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn p-acp d n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
920 and yet how sweet was the Word to him, as sweet as the honey and the honey comb, and how he did delight in it above Gold and Silver. and yet how sweet was the Word to him, as sweet as the honey and the honey comb, and how he did delight in it above Gold and Silver. cc av c-crq j vbds dt n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp j c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 n1, cc c-crq pns31 vdd vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
921 And then for the Ordinances of God, O how was he taken with them! though in comparison of ours they were but carnal: And then for the Ordinances of God, Oh how was he taken with them! though in comparison of ours they were but carnal: cc av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, uh q-crq vbds pns31 vvn p-acp pno32! c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f png12 pns32 vbdr p-acp j: (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
922 In the 84. Psalm, he did envy the very birds that were in the Temple of God, How aimable are thy Courts O Lord (saith he;) now do but compare those Scriptures he had with these that we have, The five Books of Moses, and Joshua, and Judges, and Job which were the chief Scriptures then extant, In the 84. Psalm, he did envy the very Birds that were in the Temple of God, How aimable Are thy Courts Oh Lord (Says he;) now do but compare those Scriptures he had with these that we have, The five Books of Moses, and joshua, and Judges, and Job which were the chief Scriptures then extant, p-acp dt crd np1, pns31 vdd vvi dt j n2 cst vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq fw-fr vbr po21 n2 uh n1 (vvz pns31;) av vdb p-acp vvi d n2 pns31 vhd p-acp d cst pns12 vhb, dt crd n2 pp-f np1, cc np1, cc n2, cc n1 r-crq vbdr dt j-jn n2 av j, (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
923 and do but compare them with the History of the Gospel, in particular the Sermons of Christ, from the fifth Chapter of Matthew to the eighth; and do but compare them with the History of the Gospel, in particular the Sermons of christ, from the fifth Chapter of Matthew to the eighth; cc vdb p-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp j dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ord; (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
924 So those remarkable places from the fourteenth to the eighteenth of John, and so on; O what heavenly things are there let down amongst us! So those remarkable places from the fourteenth to the eighteenth of John, and so on; Oh what heavenly things Are there let down among us! av d j n2 p-acp dt ord p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, cc av a-acp; uh q-crq j n2 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno12! (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
925 What Heavenly truths we have, study and reade over Pauls Epistles (which are several holy Letters sent from Christ to His Saints here on earth,) Oh what spiritual transcendant truths! What Heavenly truths we have, study and read over Paul's Epistles (which Are several holy Letters sent from christ to His Saints Here on earth,) O what spiritual Transcendent truths! q-crq j n2 pns12 vhb, n1 cc vvi p-acp npg1 n2 (r-crq vbr j j n2 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2 av p-acp n1,) uh q-crq j j n2! (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
926 What great mysteries and depths of God are opened and revealed there beyond what there is in Genesis, or Exodus, or Leviticus, or Numbers, &c. And yet the Word of God was dearer to him than al the world, What great Mysteres and depths of God Are opened and revealed there beyond what there is in Genesis, or Exodus, or Leviticus, or Numbers, etc. And yet the Word of God was Dearer to him than all the world, q-crq j n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz p-acp n1, cc fw-la, cc np1, cc n2, av cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds jc-jn pc-acp pno31 cs d dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
927 and he profest he did meditate in it day and night. and he professed he did meditate in it day and night. cc pns31 vvd pns31 vdd vvi p-acp pn31 n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
928 Now we have that word in two Testaments, that doth reveal abundance more of God in Christ than ever he had, Now we have that word in two Testaments, that does reveal abundance more of God in christ than ever he had, av pns12 vhb d n1 p-acp crd n2, cst vdz vvi n1 av-dc pp-f np1 p-acp np1 cs av pns31 vhd, (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
929 and therefore our Conversations should rise higher in holiness than the Converstions of those that were under the Law; and Therefore our Conversations should rise higher in holiness than the Conversations of those that were under the Law; cc av po12 n2 vmd vvi av-jc p-acp n1 cs dt n2 pp-f d cst vbdr p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 52
930 we should endeavor to be more exemplary in holy walking than they were. And thus much for the second head. we should endeavour to be more exemplary in holy walking than they were. And thus much for the second head. po12 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi av-dc j p-acp j n-vvg cs pns32 vbdr. cc av av-d c-acp dt ord n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 129 Page 53
931 Now for the third, which is the chief of all, If you would have your Conversations to be such as becomes the Gospel, it must be suitable to what the Gospel holds fo••h unto you. Now for the third, which is the chief of all, If you would have your Conversations to be such as becomes the Gospel, it must be suitable to what the Gospel holds fo••h unto you. av p-acp dt ord, r-crq vbz dt n-jn pp-f d, cs pn22 vmd vhi po22 n2 pc-acp vbi d c-acp vvz dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp pn22. (9) sermon (DIV2) 130 Page 53
932 Now this is a gre•t point, and it will serve for two ends. First, To hold forth unto you the principal things in the Gospel. Now this is a gre•t point, and it will serve for two ends. First, To hold forth unto you the principal things in the Gospel. av d vbz dt j n1, cc pn31 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2. ord, pc-acp vvi av p-acp pn22 dt j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 130 Page 53
933 Secondly, To shew you how you should sute your Conversation to those things that are in the Gospel. Secondly, To show you how you should suit your Conversation to those things that Are in the Gospel. ord, pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq pn22 vmd vvi po22 n1 p-acp d n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 132 Page 53
934 And we shall abide upon this head somewhat long. And we shall abide upon this head somewhat long. cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 av av-j. (9) sermon (DIV2) 132 Page 53
935 The first and principal thing in the Gospel, It is the holding forth unto us the infinite love of God to man-kind; The First and principal thing in the Gospel, It is the holding forth unto us the infinite love of God to mankind; dt ord cc j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt vvg av p-acp pno12 dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 53
936 this is the very end of the Gospel, that God might declare what an infinite love he hath unto the children of men, this is the very end of the Gospel, that God might declare what an infinite love he hath unto the children of men, d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst np1 vmd vvi r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vhz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 53
937 yea unto men rather than unto Angels; yea unto men rather than unto Angels; uh p-acp n2 av-c cs p-acp n2; (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 53
938 you know that Scripture in John, 3. •6. So God loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever beleeveth in him should not perish but have everlasting life. you know that Scripture in John, 3. •6. So God loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth in him should not perish but have everlasting life. pn22 vvb d n1 p-acp np1, crd n1. av np1 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. (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 53
939 And indeed that one verse hath more of God in it than all Creatures in Heaven Earth; And indeed that one verse hath more of God in it than all Creatures in Heaven Earth; cc av d crd n1 vhz dc pp-f np1 p-acp pn31 cs d n2 p-acp n1 n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 53
940 the whol frame of Heaven and Earth hath not so much of God in them as that one verse hath; the Whole frame of Heaven and Earth hath not so much of God in them as that one verse hath; dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vhz xx av av-d pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 p-acp d crd n1 vhz; (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 53
941 So God loved the world that he sent forth his only begotten Son that whosoever beleeveth in him should not perish but have everlasting life: So God loved the world that he sent forth his only begotten Son that whosoever Believeth in him should not perish but have everlasting life: av np1 vvd dt n1 cst pns31 vvd av po31 j vvn n1 cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno31 vmd xx vvi cc-acp vhb j n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 53
942 It is as if God should say when he comes to reveal the Gospel, I will have a way wherein it shall appear to men and Angels for ever what the greatness of my love is unto these poor creatures, unto the children of men: It is as if God should say when he comes to reveal the Gospel, I will have a Way wherein it shall appear to men and Angels for ever what the greatness of my love is unto these poor creatures, unto the children of men: pn31 vbz c-acp cs np1 vmd vvi c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns11 vmb vhi dt n1 c-crq pn31 vmb vvi p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp av q-crq dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vbz p-acp d j n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 53
943 And to that end I send my Son the second Person in Trinity to take their natures upon him, to come to be their Mediator; And to that end I send my Son the second Person in Trinity to take their nature's upon him, to come to be their Mediator; cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vvb po11 n1 dt ord n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi po32 n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 53
944 there will I manifest what my love is; that shall be the great fruit of love. there will I manifest what my love is; that shall be the great fruit of love. pc-acp vmb pns11 vvi r-crq po11 n1 vbz; cst vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 53
945 It is the similitude of a learned Divine (saith he) the love of God in all other things in comparision of the love of God in Christ reveal'd in the Gosspel, it is a little spark of fire in comparison of the heat in a furnace; It is the similitude of a learned Divine (Says he) the love of God in all other things in comparison of the love of God in christ revealed in the Gospel, it is a little spark of fire in comparison of the heat in a furnace; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j j-jn (vvz pns31) dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 53
946 when a furnace is heated red hot, it may be a few sparks of fire fly out, when a furnace is heated read hight, it may be a few sparks of fire fly out, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn j-jn j, pn31 vmb vbi dt d n2 pp-f n1 vvb av, (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 53
947 but what is one of those sparks of fire that fly out in comparison of al the heat that there is in the furnace, (so saith he) all the fruits of the love of God to man-kind in all the works that ever God did do, are but as that one spark only; excepting this of Christ; but what is one of those sparks of fire that fly out in comparison of all the heat that there is in the furnace, (so Says he) all the fruits of the love of God to mankind in all the works that ever God did doe, Are but as that one spark only; excepting this of christ; cc-acp q-crq vbz pi pp-f d n2 pp-f n1 cst vvb av p-acp n1 pp-f d dt n1 cst pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1, (av vvz pns31) d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n2 cst av np1 vdd n1, vbr cc-acp p-acp d crd n1 av-j; vvg d pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 54
948 and the love of God unto mankind in Christ is as it were the heat of the furnace, there's burning love indeed, the love of God in Christ, this is the great scope of the Gospel, the great aim of God, the great design that God had in the Gospel to make known the infinitness of His love unto the children of men: and the love of God unto mankind in christ is as it were the heat of the furnace, there's burning love indeed, the love of God in christ, this is the great scope of the Gospel, the great aim of God, the great Design that God had in the Gospel to make known the infiniteness of His love unto the children of men: cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp|vbz j-vvg n1 av, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1, dt j n1 cst np1 vhd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 54
949 Now then if so be that God in the Gospel doth reveal what there was in His heart from all eternity to man-kind (for so it is) that's the scope of the Gospel; Now then if so be that God in the Gospel does reveal what there was in His heart from all eternity to mankind (for so it is) that's the scope of the Gospel; av av cs av vbb d n1 p-acp dt n1 vdz vvi r-crq a-acp vbds p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 (c-acp av pn31 vbz) cst|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 54
950 there was in the heart of God infinite love burning toward man-kind, God from eternity saw man-kind before him, there was in the heart of God infinite love burning towards mankind, God from eternity saw mankind before him, pc-acp vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 j n1 vvg p-acp n1, np1 p-acp n1 vvd n1 p-acp pno31, (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 54
951 and there was that strong inclination of his heart towards them in love, as did even burn in his heart: and there was that strong inclination of his heart towards them in love, as did even burn in his heart: cc a-acp vbds d j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, c-acp vdd av vvi p-acp po31 n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 54
952 Now in time God reveals this in the Gospel, in the Doctrine thereof He doth open His heart to the children of men: Now in time God reveals this in the Gospel, in the Doctrine thereof He does open His heart to the children of men: av p-acp n1 np1 vvz d p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 av pns31 vdz vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 54
953 when ever the Gospel comes to be preached in any place, God doth look upon that place and hath these kind of workings in Himself, Well, that love of Mine that I have had burning in my Bosom from all eternity towards these poor creatures, when ever the Gospel comes to be preached in any place, God does look upon that place and hath these kind of workings in Himself, Well, that love of Mine that I have had burning in my Bosom from all eternity towards these poor creatures, c-crq av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, np1 vdz vvi p-acp d n1 cc vhz d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp px31, av, cst vvb pp-f png11 cst pns11 vhb vhn j-vvg p-acp po11 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d j n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 54
954 now it shal be opened, now it shal be revealed; now it shall be opened, now it shall be revealed; av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, av pn31 vmb vbi vvn; (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 54
955 just as it was with Joseph that had his heart so warm in love unto his Brethren, that though he kept it in a while he could not keep it in long, just as it was with Joseph that had his heart so warm in love unto his Brothers, that though he kept it in a while he could not keep it in long, av c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1 cst vhd po31 n1 av j p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, cst cs pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmd xx vvi pn31 p-acp j, (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 54
956 but at length it breaks out as fire, his bowels yerned towards his Brethren, and he weeps tears of love over their necks: but At length it breaks out as fire, his bowels yearned towards his Brothers, and he weeps tears of love over their necks: cc-acp p-acp n1 pn31 vvz av p-acp n1, po31 n2 vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc pns31 vvz n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 54
957 So in the Gospel of Christ, look upon God towards poor creatures, as Joseph towards his Brethren, So in the Gospel of christ, look upon God towards poor creatures, as Joseph towards his Brothers, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp np1 p-acp j n2, c-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 54
958 and God as it were keeping in his heart towards them for a long time; but now when the Gospel comes among them God opens his very heart to them, and God as it were keeping in his heart towards them for a long time; but now when the Gospel comes among them God Opens his very heart to them, cc np1 c-acp pn31 vbdr vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1; cc-acp av c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32 n1 vvz po31 j n1 p-acp pno32, (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 54
959 now therefore there must be a Conversation that becomes the Gospel, as becomes this great thing in the Gospel, that is the chief thing indeed that the Gosspel holds forth in every line of it, now Therefore there must be a Conversation that becomes the Gospel, as becomes this great thing in the Gospel, that is the chief thing indeed that the Gospel holds forth in every line of it, av av pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, c-acp vvz d j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vbz dt j-jn n1 av cst dt n1 vvz av p-acp d n1 pp-f pn31, (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 54
960 and discovers his eternal love towards them in particular, in the Son of his love, Christ Jesus in whom he is well pleased. and discovers his Eternal love towards them in particular, in the Son of his love, christ jesus in whom he is well pleased. cc vvz po31 j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 np1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz av vvn. (9) sermon (DIV2) 133 Page 54
961 Quest. You will say, What is it that becomes this thing in the Gospel? Quest. You will say, What is it that becomes this thing in the Gospel? n1. pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vbz pn31 cst vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1? (9) sermon (DIV2) 134 Page 54
962 Ans. Surely love, answerable love, that we should return love for love, he that dwels in God dwels in love, God Himself is love; Ans. Surely love, answerable love, that we should return love for love, he that dwells in God dwells in love, God Himself is love; np1 np1 n1, j n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi n1 p-acp n1, pns31 cst vvz p-acp np1 vvz p-acp n1, np1 px31 vbz n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 135 Page 54
963 Reade but the first Epistle of that beloved Disciple John, what abundance of love is there made known of God? every letter thereof is a character of love; Read but the First Epistle of that Beloved Disciple John, what abundance of love is there made known of God? every Letter thereof is a character of love; vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f cst j-vvn n1 np1, r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbz a-acp vvn vvn pp-f np1? d n1 av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 135 Page 55
964 and what commendations of love in heavenly expressions? But you reade no such thing in the Scripture before the Gospel was revealed in that cleerness as it was then; and what commendations of love in heavenly expressions? But you read no such thing in the Scripture before the Gospel was revealed in that cleverness as it was then; cc q-crq n2 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2? p-acp pn22 vvb dx d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp d n1 c-acp pn31 vbds av; (9) sermon (DIV2) 135 Page 55
965 now nothing but Love, love, and how it called for love: Then there must be this conversation, Love to God, as God to us. now nothing but Love, love, and how it called for love: Then there must be this Conversation, Love to God, as God to us. av pix cc-acp n1, n1, cc c-crq pn31 vvd p-acp n1: av pc-acp vmb vbi d n1, vvb p-acp np1, c-acp np1 p-acp pno12. (9) sermon (DIV2) 135 Page 55
966 And that must be real as Gods love in Christ was. Quest. How did God manifest his love? And that must be real as God's love in christ was. Quest. How did God manifest his love? cc cst vmb vbi j c-acp npg1 n1 p-acp np1 vbds. n1. q-crq vdd np1 vvi po31 n1? (9) sermon (DIV2) 135 Page 55
967 Answ. A Conversation becoming the Gospel, must be a manifestation of our love in some proportionable way: Answer A Conversation becoming the Gospel, must be a manifestation of our love in Some proportionable Way: np1 dt n1 vvg dt n1, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d j n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
968 So God loved the world, as He gave His only Son: So God loved the world, as He gave His only Son: av np1 vvd dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvd po31 j n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
969 that is as if he should have said thus, God so loved the world, so dearly, as that which was the dearest thing unto God he gave for a testimonie of his love to man-kind. that is as if he should have said thus, God so loved the world, so dearly, as that which was the dearest thing unto God he gave for a testimony of his love to mankind. cst vbz c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn av, np1 av vvd dt n1, av av-jn, p-acp d r-crq vbds dt js-jn n1 p-acp np1 pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
970 The dearest thing, What's that? His Son. If God should have said, That I might testifie my love to mankind, The dearest thing, What's that? His Son. If God should have said, That I might testify my love to mankind, dt js-jn n1, q-crq|vbz d? po31 n1 cs np1 vmd vhi vvn, cst pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
971 as I have made one world for them, I will make ten thousand more, yea I will make so many worlds as every one of the children of men shall have a world to possess; as I have made one world for them, I will make ten thousand more, yea I will make so many world's as every one of the children of men shall have a world to possess; c-acp pns11 vhb vvn crd n1 p-acp pno32, pns11 vmb vvi crd crd dc, uh pns11 vmb vvi av d n2 c-acp d crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
972 you would think this were very much: you would think this were very much: pn22 vmd vvi d vbdr av av-d: (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
973 Oh this were nothing in comparison of that expression, So God loved the world, as He gave His Son; O this were nothing in comparison of that expression, So God loved the world, as He gave His Son; uh d vbdr pix p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, av np1 vvd dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
974 the Son of God is infinitly dearer to God than ten thousand thousand millions of worlds are. the Son of God is infinitely Dearer to God than ten thousand thousand millions of world's Are. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j jc-jn pc-acp np1 cs crd crd crd crd pp-f n2 vbr. (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
975 Now, a conversation that becomes the revelatio of such love, must needs be this, Whatsoever then is dearest to our souls let that be given up to God. Now, a Conversation that becomes the revelatio of such love, must needs be this, Whatsoever then is dearest to our Souls let that be given up to God. av, dt n1 cst vvz dt fw-la pp-f d n1, vmb av vbi d, r-crq av vbz js-jn p-acp po12 n2 vvb cst vbb vvn a-acp p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
976 As it was a testimony of the love of Abraham to God, Hereby I know thou lovest me. As it was a testimony of the love of Abraham to God, Hereby I know thou Lovest me. p-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, av pns11 vvb pns21 vv2 pno11. (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
977 Why? Because he gave up his Isaac to God, he would not spare his only Son whom he loved: Why? Because he gave up his Isaac to God, he would not spare his only Son whom he loved: q-crq? p-acp pns31 vvd a-acp po31 np1 p-acp np1, pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 j n1 r-crq pns31 vvd: (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
978 so God shewed his love to us: so God showed his love to us: av np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno12: (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
979 we may say, Lord, hereby we know thou lovest us, that thou hast given thine Isaac, thine only Son for us, we may say, Lord, hereby we know thou Lovest us, that thou hast given thine Isaac, thine only Son for us, pns12 vmb vvi, n1, av pns12 vvb pns21 vv2 pno12, cst pns21 vh2 vvn po21 np1, po21 j n1 p-acp pno12, (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
980 and hereby Lord shal men and Angels know that we love thee, that whatsoever is dear to our souls thou shalt have it, we will offer it up to thee in way of sacrifice: and hereby Lord shall men and Angels know that we love thee, that whatsoever is dear to our Souls thou shalt have it, we will offer it up to thee in Way of sacrifice: cc av n1 vmb n2 cc n2 vvb cst pns12 vvb pno21, cst r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp po12 n2 pns21 vm2 vhi pn31, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp pno21 p-acp n1 pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
981 this is a conversation that becomes the Gospel. So that when God cals for anything, never think it much, Oh this is hard and costly and dear to me, this is a Conversation that becomes the Gospel. So that when God calls for anything, never think it much, O this is hard and costly and dear to me, d vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1. av cst c-crq np1 vvz p-acp pi, av vvb pn31 av-d, uh d vbz j cc j cc j-jn p-acp pno11, (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
982 and how shall I part with this? Is this becoming the Gospel, to stand with God for any thing? for thy love must be somewhat sutable to Gods; and how shall I part with this? Is this becoming the Gospel, to stand with God for any thing? for thy love must be somewhat suitable to God's; cc q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp d? vbz d vvg dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1? p-acp po21 n1 vmb vbi av j p-acp n2; (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 55
983 His love was such as he gave the dearest to thee, and thy love therefore (if it runs paralel with his) must give the dearest to him. His love was such as he gave the dearest to thee, and thy love Therefore (if it runs parallel with his) must give the dearest to him. po31 n1 vbds d c-acp pns31 vvd dt js-jn p-acp pno21, cc po21 n1 av (cs pn31 vvz n1 p-acp po31) vmb vvi dt js-jn p-acp pno31. (9) sermon (DIV2) 137 Page 56
984 And then if we be acted by love (for that's the conversation that becomes the Gospel to be acted in all that we do with love to God) to be in a flame of love continually, And then if we be acted by love (for that's the Conversation that becomes the Gospel to be acted in all that we do with love to God) to be in a flame of love continually, cc av cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp n1 (c-acp d|vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d cst pns12 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp np1) pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j, (9) sermon (DIV2) 138 Page 56
985 as the Salamander (they say) doth alwaies live in the fire; so should we do in the fire of love, not in the fire of contention: as the Salamander (they say) does always live in the fire; so should we do in the fire of love, not in the fire of contention: c-acp dt n1 (pns32 vvb) vdz av vvi p-acp dt n1; av vmd pns12 vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 138 Page 56
986 But now, Love hath no need of any argument to do any thing but only this, this thing will be pleasing unto him that I do tender it unto, it will please my Father; But now, Love hath no need of any argument to do any thing but only this, this thing will be pleasing unto him that I do tender it unto, it will please my Father; cc-acp av, n1 vhz dx n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vdi d n1 cc-acp av-j d, d n1 vmb vbi vvg p-acp pno31 cst pns11 vdb vvi pn31 p-acp, pn31 vmb vvi po11 n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 138 Page 56
987 that's argument enough for Love, that if I do such a thing it will please my beloved; that's argument enough for Love, that if I do such a thing it will please my Beloved; d|vbz n1 av-d p-acp n1, cst cs pns11 vdb d dt n1 pn31 vmb vvi po11 j-vvn; (9) sermon (DIV2) 138 Page 56
988 therefore never stand arguing thus, Such a thing is a duty, but is it necessity? Must I do it? Cannot a man be saved unless he do it? Be all damn'd that do not this? These are arguments from base sordid spirits: Therefore never stand arguing thus, Such a thing is a duty, but is it necessity? Must I do it? Cannot a man be saved unless he do it? Be all damned that do not this? These Are Arguments from base sordid spirits: av av-x vvb vvg av, d dt n1 vbz dt n1, cc-acp vbz pn31 n1? vmb pns11 vdb pn31? vmbx dt n1 vbi vvn cs pns31 vdb pn31? vbb d vvn d vdb xx d? d vbr n2 p-acp j j n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 138 Page 56
989 but here's enough for love, here's a thing would please God; if we did thus, we should please God better than in not doing it: but here's enough for love, here's a thing would please God; if we did thus, we should please God better than in not doing it: cc-acp av|vbz d p-acp n1, av|vbz dt n1 vmd vvi np1; cs pns12 vdd av, pns12 vmd vvi np1 av-jc cs p-acp xx vdg pn31: (9) sermon (DIV2) 138 Page 56
990 Therefore that place that you had before, in the first of the Colossians, Walk worthy of the Lord to all pleasing, let the heart presently spring upon this, There's such a thing propounded out of the Word at such a time, Therefore that place that you had before, in the First of the colossians, Walk worthy of the Lord to all pleasing, let the heart presently spring upon this, There's such a thing propounded out of the Word At such a time, av cst n1 cst pn22 vhd a-acp, p-acp dt ord pp-f dt njp2, vvb j pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j-vvg, vvb dt n1 av-j vvi p-acp d, pc-acp|vbz d dt n1 vvd av pp-f dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 138 Page 56
991 and I heard it would be well pleasing to God if I did this. and I herd it would be well pleasing to God if I did this. cc pns11 vvd pn31 vmd vbi av vvg p-acp np1 cs pns11 vdd d. (9) sermon (DIV2) 138 Page 56
992 If we put but this upon you, you that do not set up the worship of God in your families, Do not you think that it would please God better to set up his Worship in your families than not? Is there no Conversation that your consciences tell you would please God better, If we put but this upon you, you that do not Set up the worship of God in your families, Do not you think that it would please God better to Set up his Worship in your families than not? Is there no Conversation that your Consciences tell you would please God better, cs pns12 vvb p-acp d p-acp pn22, pn22 cst vdb xx vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2, vdb xx pn22 vvi cst pn31 vmd vvi np1 av-jc pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po22 n2 cs xx? vbz pc-acp dx n1 cst po22 n2 vvb pn22 vmd vvi np1 av-jc, (9) sermon (DIV2) 139 Page 56
993 than that Conversation which you live in? Would it not be more pleasing to God (ask but your conscience now?) if your hearts were acted by love you would presently fall upon that which your consciences tel you would be more pleasing to God. than that Conversation which you live in? Would it not be more pleasing to God (ask but your conscience now?) if your hearts were acted by love you would presently fallen upon that which your Consciences tell you would be more pleasing to God. cs d n1 r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp? vmd pn31 xx vbi av-dc j-vvg p-acp np1 (vvb p-acp po22 n1 av?) cs po22 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 pn22 vmd av-j vvi p-acp d r-crq po22 n2 vvb pn22 vmd vbi av-dc j-vvg p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 139 Page 56
994 And then Love: This is a maxim of Love, Love never knows when it hath done enough, it knows no such thing as too much, And then Love: This is a maxim of Love, Love never knows when it hath done enough, it knows no such thing as too much, cc av n1: d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb av-x vvz c-crq pn31 vhz vdn av-d, pn31 vvz dx d n1 c-acp av av-d, (9) sermon (DIV2) 140 Page 56
995 for men to say, What need we be so strict as to walk circumspectly? what need we do so much? why must we be so holy? This is a base kind of reasoning; for men to say, What need we be so strict as to walk circumspectly? what need we do so much? why must we be so holy? This is a base kind of reasoning; c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi, q-crq vvb pns12 vbb av j c-acp pc-acp vvi av-j? q-crq vvb pns12 vdb av av-d? q-crq vmb pns12 vbi av j? d vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg; (9) sermon (DIV2) 140 Page 56
996 Is this as becomes the Gospel? If thou wert acted by Love then thou wouldst never think that thou hadst done enough for God, Oh thou wouldst rather think, had I ten thousand thousand times more strength than I have, Lord thou art worthy of it all, what soever I have, whatsoever I am, whatsoever I can do, thou art worthy of it all, never stand arguing thus, what need so much; Is this as becomes the Gospel? If thou Wertenberg acted by Love then thou Wouldst never think that thou Hadst done enough for God, O thou Wouldst rather think, had I ten thousand thousand times more strength than I have, Lord thou art worthy of it all, what soever I have, whatsoever I am, whatsoever I can do, thou art worthy of it all, never stand arguing thus, what need so much; vbz d c-acp vvz dt n1? cs pns21 vbd2r vvn p-acp n1 cs pns21 vmd2 av-x vvb cst pns21 vhd2 vdn av-d p-acp np1, uh pns21 vmd2 av-c vvi, vhd pns11 crd crd crd n2 av-dc n1 cs pns11 vhb, n1 pns21 vb2r j pp-f pn31 d, r-crq av pns11 vhb, r-crq pns11 vbm, r-crq pns11 vmb vdi, pns21 vb2r j pp-f pn31 d, av-x vvb vvg av, q-crq vvb av av-d; (9) sermon (DIV2) 140 Page 57
997 is the thing a good thing? love never knows any such thing as too much. is the thing a good thing? love never knows any such thing as too much. vbz dt n1 dt j n1? n1 av-x vvz d d n1 c-acp av av-d. (9) sermon (DIV2) 140 Page 57
998 We know love, It cannot bear with dishonor done unto those that we do love, if any wrong any one that we love, We know love, It cannot bear with dishonour done unto those that we do love, if any wrong any one that we love, pns12 vvb n1, pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp n1 vdn p-acp d cst pns12 vdb vvi, cs d vvb d pi cst pns12 vvb, (9) sermon (DIV2) 141 Page 57
999 if our hearts be inflam'd with love we know not how to bear it; such strike us in the apple of our eye; if our hearts be inflamed with love we know not how to bear it; such strike us in the apple of our eye; cs po12 n2 vbb vvn p-acp n1 pns12 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31; d vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 141 Page 57
1000 Oh that's a Conversation that becomes the Gospel, that when we see the Name of God dishonored, our hearts rise more against any thing that is done against God, O that's a Conversation that becomes the Gospel, that when we see the Name of God dishonoured, our hearts rise more against any thing that is done against God, uh d|vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, cst c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd, po12 n2 vvi av-dc p-acp d n1 cst vbz vdn p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 141 Page 57
1001 than it doth against any thing that is done against our selves, we are inflam'd for God when we see any thing done that is a dishonour to the Name of God. than it does against any thing that is done against our selves, we Are inflamed for God when we see any thing done that is a dishonour to the Name of God. cs pn31 vdz p-acp d n1 cst vbz vdn p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp np1 c-crq pns12 vvb d n1 vdn d vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 141 Page 57
1002 And love we know it will make us mourn and melt for any offence to those that are beloved of us: And love we know it will make us mourn and melt for any offence to those that Are Beloved of us: cc n1 pns12 vvb pn31 vmb vvi pno12 vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp d cst vbr vvn pp-f pno12: (9) sermon (DIV2) 142 Page 57
1003 So that's a Conversation that becomes the Gospel, when we manifest melting hearts, and mourning spirits. So that's a Conversation that becomes the Gospel, when we manifest melting hearts, and mourning spirits. av cst|vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, c-crq pns12 j j-vvg n2, cc j-vvg n2. (9) sermon (DIV2) 142 Page 57
1004 Love makes us delight in the presence of those that we do love; Love makes us delight in the presence of those that we do love; n1 vvz pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst pns12 vdb vvi; (9) sermon (DIV2) 143 Page 57
1005 so that's a Conversation that becomes the Gospel, when we manifest that there is nothing in the world that we delight in more than to be in the presence of our Beloved; so that's a Conversation that becomes the Gospel, when we manifest that there is nothing in the world that we delight in more than to be in the presence of our beloved; av cst|vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, c-crq pns12 vvi cst pc-acp vbz pix p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp dc cs pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 vvn; (9) sermon (DIV2) 143 Page 57
1006 Oh to be alwaies with God in the arms of Christ, it is our Heaven on Earth. O to be always with God in the arms of christ, it is our Heaven on Earth. uh p-acp vbi av p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz po12 n1 p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 143 Page 57
1007 And then, a Conversation that becomes this Gospel, It is to be of a loving disposition towards those that have any reference unto God. And then, a Conversation that becomes this Gospel, It is to be of a loving disposition towards those that have any Referente unto God. cc av, dt n1 cst vvz d n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi pp-f dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d cst vhb d n1 p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 57
1008 Reade over the Epistles where so much of the Gospel is revealed, for indeed there's the chief of the Gospel, Read over the Epistles where so much of the Gospel is revealed, for indeed there's the chief of the Gospel, vvd p-acp dt n2 c-crq av d pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn, c-acp av pc-acp|vbz dt j-jn pp-f dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 57
1009 though we call those four Evangelists the Gospel, because they are the story of Christs coming into the world, and his Actions; though we call those four Evangelists the Gospel, Because they Are the story of Christ coming into the world, and his Actions; cs pns12 vvb d crd n2 dt n1, c-acp pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n2; (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 57
1010 yet there is more of the Doctrine of the Gospel in the Epistles; yet there is more of the Doctrine of the Gospel in the Epistles; av a-acp vbz dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2; (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 57
1011 for the time of the law was not fully expired till the destruction of the Temple; for the time of the law was not Fully expired till the destruction of the Temple; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds xx av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 57
1012 which was after Christs death, and therefore though the Gospel began to shine forth, yet till after the time of the destruction of the Temple there was not so much of the Gospel; which was After Christ death, and Therefore though the Gospel began to shine forth, yet till After the time of the destruction of the Temple there was not so much of the Gospel; r-crq vbds p-acp npg1 n1, cc av cs dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi av, av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp vbds xx av av-d pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 57
1013 and therefore reade (I say) the Epistle; and Therefore read (I say) the Epistle; cc av vvd (pns11 vvb) dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 57
1014 , and you shall find there is no one particular duty that the Gospel so calls for from men (besides faith in Jesus Christ) as it doth love in Christians one towards another, yea love to all: , and you shall find there is no one particular duty that the Gospel so calls for from men (beside faith in jesus christ) as it does love in Christians one towards Another, yea love to all: , cc pn22 vmb vvi a-acp vbz dx pi j n1 cst dt n1 av vvz p-acp p-acp n2 (p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1) c-acp pn31 vdz vvi p-acp np1 crd p-acp n-jn, uh vvb p-acp d: (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 57
1015 if you reade the Epistles of Paul, divers places in the Romans, and in the Ephesians, and Philippians, and Colossians, continually still they are beating upon love; if you read the Epistles of Paul, diverse places in the Roman, and in the Ephesians, and Philippians, and colossians, continually still they Are beating upon love; cs pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, j n2 p-acp dt njp2, cc p-acp dt np1, cc njp2, cc njp2, av-j av pns32 vbr vvg p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1016 and especially in the Epistles of John (that was the beloved Disciple and lay in the bosom of Christ) nothing so much as love, and especially in the Epistles of John (that was the Beloved Disciple and lay in the bosom of christ) nothing so much as love, cc av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 (cst vbds dt j-vvn n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) pix av av-d c-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1017 because this indeed is the Conversation that becomes the Gospel, for the main thing in the Gospel, it is the declaring of the love of God; Because this indeed is the Conversation that becomes the Gospel, for the main thing in the Gospel, it is the declaring of the love of God; c-acp d av vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1018 and therefore Christians that would live as becomes the Gospel, they must live so as acted by love: and Therefore Christians that would live as becomes the Gospel, they must live so as acted by love: cc av np1 cst vmd vvi a-acp vvz dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi av c-acp vvn p-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1019 And so in the story of the Acts, presently as soon as you reade of any that the Gospel did prevail withal, they had one heart and one mind, Oh how did they cleave one to another! their hearts were one. And so in the story of the Acts, presently as soon as you read of any that the Gospel did prevail withal, they had one heart and one mind, O how did they cleave one to Another! their hearts were one. cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, av-j c-acp av c-acp pn22 vvb pp-f d cst dt n1 vdd vvi av, pns32 vhd crd n1 cc crd n1, uh q-crq vdd pns32 vvi pi p-acp j-jn! po32 n2 vbdr pi. (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1020 And so we find in the stories of the Primitive times, I remember Tertullian saith, that that was the way that the Heathens and persecutors did use to find out who were Christians, And so we find in the stories of the Primitive times, I Remember Tertullian Says, that that was the Way that the heathens and persecutors did use to find out who were Christians, cc av pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n2, pns11 vvb np1 vvz, cst d vbds dt n1 cst dt n2-jn cc n2 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi av r-crq vbdr np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1021 for the Christians did meet at nights for fear of danger, & did as wisely as they could to keep themselves from their persecutors, for the Christians did meet At nights for Fear of danger, & did as wisely as they could to keep themselves from their persecutors, p-acp dt np1 vdd vvi p-acp n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc vdd c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp po32 n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1022 but they found this by experience that when they were converted to Christian Religion, then there was another kind of spirit in them that did act them, but they found this by experience that when they were converted to Christian Religion, then there was Another kind of Spirit in them that did act them, cc-acp pns32 vvd d p-acp n1 cst c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp njp n1, av a-acp vbds j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 cst vdd vvi pno32, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1023 and especially a spirit of love one to another, there was another kind of love of Christians one towards another then, and especially a Spirit of love one to Another, there was Another kind of love of Christians one towards Another then, cc av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 crd p-acp n-jn, pc-acp vbds j-jn n1 pp-f n1 pp-f np1 crd p-acp n-jn av, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1024 than of any other society of man kind; than of any other society of man kind; cs pp-f d j-jn n1 pp-f n1 j; (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1025 the Heathens saw this, and wondred at it, and it was by this that they found out who were Christians, the heathens saw this, and wondered At it, and it was by this that they found out who were Christians, dt n2-jn vvd d, cc vvd p-acp pn31, cc pn31 vbds p-acp d cst pns32 vvd av r-crq vbdr np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1026 if they saw any people beginning to have a spirit of love more than before, they would think surely these have heard of this Christian Religion, if they saw any people beginning to have a Spirit of love more than before, they would think surely these have herd of this Christian Religion, cs pns32 vvd d n1 vvg pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 av-dc cs a-acp, pns32 vmd vvi av-j d vhb vvn pp-f d njp n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1027 and they begin to be Christian; and they begin to be Christian; cc pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi np1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1028 this was the glory of Christian Religion in those times, that there was such intire love and union of hearts amongst them. this was the glory of Christian Religion in those times, that there was such entire love and Union of hearts among them. d vbds dt n1 pp-f njp n1 p-acp d n2, cst a-acp vbds d j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1029 The Apostle John would have such love as that Christians should be willing to die one for another, The Apostle John would have such love as that Christians should be willing to die one for Another, dt n1 np1 vmd vhi d n1 c-acp d np1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pi p-acp n-jn, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1030 and they did so in the primitive times, Oh this were becoming the Gospel indeed: and they did so in the primitive times, O this were becoming the Gospel indeed: cc pns32 vdd av p-acp dt j n2, uh d vbdr vvg dt n1 av: (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1031 But Oh how far, how far are we from such a Conversation in such times as we live in now! But O how Far, how Far Are we from such a Conversation in such times as we live in now! cc-acp uh c-crq av-j, c-crq av-j vbr pns12 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d n2 c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp av! (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1032 as if so be that the Gospel were gone from us, we speak of the Gospel as if it were reveal'd more now than ever, as if so be that the Gospel were gone from us, we speak of the Gospel as if it were revealed more now than ever, c-acp cs av vbb d dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 c-acp cs pn31 vbdr vvn av-dc av cs av, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1033 and much concerning free grace in the Gospel, but look upon the Conversations of men, they were never more unsutable to the Gospel, and much Concerning free grace in the Gospel, but look upon the Conversations of men, they were never more unsuitable to the Gospel, cc d vvg j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pns32 vbdr av-x av-dc j p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1034 and in this particular, in respect of the sincere love in the hearts of Christians: and in this particular, in respect of the sincere love in the hearts of Christians: cc p-acp d j, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 58
1035 My brethren, malitious dispositions are extreamly unbecoming the Gospel, hateful and malitious dispositions, What doth a beastly, brutish, savigeness do, the fierceness of beasts do in the breast of a Christian? Oh it is infinitely unbeseeming a Christian to have an unloving disposition, a hateful disposition, to be hating one another, My brothers, malicious dispositions Are extremely unbecoming the Gospel, hateful and malicious dispositions, What does a beastly, brutish, savigeness do, the fierceness of beasts do in the breast of a Christian? O it is infinitely unbeseeming a Christian to have an unloving disposition, a hateful disposition, to be hating one Another, po11 n2, j n2 vbr av-jn j dt n1, j cc j n2, q-crq vdz dt j, j, n1 vdb, dt n1 pp-f n2 vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp? uh pn31 vbz av-j vvg dt njp pc-acp vhi dt j n1, dt j n1, pc-acp vbi vvg pi j-jn, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1036 and to have a spirit of opposition and contradiction, and frowardness one against another, there is nothing more unbeseeming the Gospel of Jesus Christ than this. and to have a Spirit of opposition and contradiction, and frowardness one against Another, there is nothing more unbeseeming the Gospel of jesus christ than this. cc pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n1 crd p-acp n-jn, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 cs d. (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1037 I remember I have read even of one of the Heathen Emperors, that being convinced somewhat about Christ, I Remember I have read even of one of the Heathen Emperor's, that being convinced somewhat about christ, pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vvn av pp-f crd pp-f dt j-jn n2, cst vbg vvn av p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1038 and hearing much of him, saw two that professed the name of Christians to fall out bitterly one with another, which as soon as he perceived he cals them to him, and hearing much of him, saw two that professed the name of Christians to fallen out bitterly one with Another, which as soon as he perceived he calls them to him, cc vvg av-d pp-f pno31, vvd crd cst vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av av-j pi p-acp n-jn, r-crq c-acp av c-acp pns31 vvd pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp pno31, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1039 and gives a straight command that they should never afterward, presume to call themselves by the name of Christians; and gives a straight command that they should never afterwards, presume to call themselves by the name of Christians; cc vvz dt j n1 cst pns32 vmd av-x av, vvb pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1040 No (saith he) you do not do according to your Master that you profess, your life is unsutable to your Master, No (Says he) you do not do according to your Master that you profess, your life is unsuitable to your Master, dx (vvz pns31) pn22 vdb xx vdi p-acp p-acp po22 n1 cst pn22 vvb, po22 n1 vbz j p-acp po22 n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1041 even one that was but a Heathen himself speak this. even one that was but a Heathen himself speak this. av pi cst vbds p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvi d. (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1042 Oh if we profess our selves Christians let our Conversations be as becomes the Gospel in point of love, O if we profess our selves Christians let our Conversations be as becomes the Gospel in point of love, uh cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 np1 vvb po12 n2 vbb c-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1043 and make that to be the argument of love, the love of God revealed in the Gospel; and make that to be the argument of love, the love of God revealed in the Gospel; cc vvb cst pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1044 there are a great many arguments of love from humane society, from reason, that men that live together they should love one another as men, there Are a great many Arguments of love from humane society, from reason, that men that live together they should love one Another as men, pc-acp vbr dt j d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp j n1, p-acp n1, cst n2 cst vvb av pns32 vmd vvi pi j-jn c-acp n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1045 and that there comes a great deal of hurt from frowardness and bitterness, and that it is against the rules of society, and that there comes a great deal of hurt from frowardness and bitterness, and that it is against the rules of society, cc cst a-acp vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1046 and that men cannot live quietly except there be some way of sodering by love; these arguments are somewhat, and yet these would be among Heathens: and that men cannot live quietly except there be Some Way of soldering by love; these Arguments Are somewhat, and yet these would be among heathens: cc d n2 vmbx vvi av-jn c-acp pc-acp vbi d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1; d n2 vbr av, cc av d vmd vbi p-acp n2-jn: (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1047 Oh but now, those that profess the Gospel of Christ, have one argument that is infinitely beyond all arguments that can be imagined, O but now, those that profess the Gospel of christ, have one argument that is infinitely beyond all Arguments that can be imagined, uh p-acp av, d cst vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, vhb crd n1 cst vbz av-j p-acp d n2 cst vmb vbi vvn, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1048 and that is in John, 3. 16. (before named) So God loved the world, loved the world, that he gave his only begotten. We hear how the love of God that was in the heart of God from all eternity is brought forth and revealed in the Gospel, Oh let this inflame our hearts with love, Oh that there might be never a Christian that professes the Name of Christ, and that is in John, 3. 16. (before nam) So God loved the world, loved the world, that he gave his only begotten. We hear how the love of God that was in the heart of God from all eternity is brought forth and revealed in the Gospel, O let this inflame our hearts with love, O that there might be never a Christian that Professes the Name of christ, cc d vbz p-acp np1, crd crd (c-acp vvn) av np1 vvd dt n1, vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 av-j vvn. pns12 vvb c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 vbz vvn av cc vvn p-acp dt n1, uh vvb d vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1, uh cst a-acp vmd vbi av-x dt njp cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1049 but that it might appear in him that his heart is sweetened with love, and that he doth live (as it were) in the very element of love, but that it might appear in him that his heart is sweetened with love, and that he does live (as it were) in the very element of love, cc-acp cst pn31 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 cst po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc cst pns31 vdz vvi (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1050 and acted by love in all that he doth, O this would beautifie your Christian profession more than all your talking of this and the other things: and acted by love in all that he does, Oh this would beautify your Christian profession more than all your talking of this and the other things: cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d cst pns31 vdz, uh d vmd vvi po22 njp n1 dc cs d po22 vvg pp-f d cc dt j-jn n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 59
1051 Oh that it were come again, that this becoming Conversation of Christians were come again into the world. O that it were come again, that this becoming Conversation of Christians were come again into the world. uh cst pn31 vbdr vvn av, cst d j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 vbdr vvn av p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1052 I remember I have heard a speech of Dr. Whittacre rebuking the Conversation of the Scholers in Cambridg, he had this speech, I Remember I have herd a speech of Dr. Whittacre rebuking the Conversation of the Scholars in Cambridge, he had this speech, pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp np1, pns31 vhd d n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1053 Surely (saith he) this that we preach is not the Gospel, or otherwise we are no Gospelers, Surely (Says he) this that we preach is not the Gospel, or otherwise we Are no Evangelists, av-j (vvz pns31) d cst pns12 vvb vbz xx dt n1, cc av pns12 vbr dx n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1054 because our Conversation is so different from the Gospel; Because our Conversation is so different from the Gospel; c-acp po12 n1 vbz av j p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1055 and so we may say of this one particular in respect of love, either it is but a fansie that we hear so much of the love of God in Jesus Christ in the Gospel, and so we may say of this one particular in respect of love, either it is but a fancy that we hear so much of the love of God in jesus christ in the Gospel, cc av pns12 vmb vvi pp-f d crd j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av-d pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vvb av d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1056 or otherwise we are no Gospelers, we are no true Professors of the Gospel: or otherwise we Are no Evangelists, we Are no true Professors of the Gospel: cc av pns12 vbr dx n2, pns12 vbr dx j n2 pp-f dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1057 whatever profession we make of the Gospel, yet except there doth appear divine love to act us in all that we do God will not own us for Gospelers; whatever profession we make of the Gospel, yet except there does appear divine love to act us in all that we do God will not own us for Evangelists; r-crq n1 pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1, av c-acp a-acp vdz vvi j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d cst pns12 vdb np1 vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp n2; (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1058 for certainly it is a main scope that God hath in the revealing the Gospel to sweeten the hearts of men with love, either deny the profession, for Certainly it is a main scope that God hath in the revealing the Gospel to sweeten the hearts of men with love, either deny the profession, c-acp av-j pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp dt n-vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n1, av-d vvb dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1059 or walk more lovingly than thou hast done towards those that make the same profession: or walk more lovingly than thou hast done towards those that make the same profession: cc vvi av-dc av-vvg cs pns21 vh2 vdn p-acp d cst vvb dt d n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1060 yea thou shouldest walk lovingly towards thy enemies, for the Gospel reveals much of Gods goodness even towards the whol world in general, yea thou Shouldst walk lovingly towards thy enemies, for the Gospel reveals much of God's Goodness even towards the Whole world in general, uh pns21 vmd2 vvi av-vvg p-acp po21 n2, p-acp dt n1 vvz d pp-f npg1 n1 av p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1061 so that there should be love even towards all from the knowledge of the Gospel; Oh that it might be said of men and women, that were of rugged, harsh, so that there should be love even towards all from the knowledge of the Gospel; O that it might be said of men and women, that were of rugged, harsh, av cst a-acp vmd vbi n1 av p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; uh cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn pp-f n2 cc n2, cst vbdr pp-f j, j, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1062 and malitious dispositions before, yet since it pleased God that they came to the Ministry of the Gospel, and malicious dispositions before, yet since it pleased God that they Come to the Ministry of the Gospel, cc j n2 a-acp, av c-acp pn31 vvd np1 cst pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1063 and heard the Truths of the Gospel opened to them, Oh since that time their hearts have been altered and changed, Oh of what sweet dispositions they are of now, the husband towards the wife, and herd the Truths of the Gospel opened to them, O since that time their hearts have been altered and changed, O of what sweet dispositions they Are of now, the husband towards the wife, cc vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32, uh p-acp d n1 po32 n2 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn, uh pp-f r-crq j n2 pns32 vbr pp-f av, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1064 and the wife towards the husband, in a family there was nothing but harshness and brawling, and the wife towards the husband, in a family there was nothing but harshness and brawling, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 a-acp vbds pix cc-acp n1 cc j-vvg, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1065 but now nothing but sweetness and love and this from the knowledg of the love of God in Jesus Christ: but now nothing but sweetness and love and this from the knowledge of the love of God in jesus christ: cc-acp av pix cc-acp n1 cc n1 cc d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1066 that love will be a Divine grace indeed that's raised in the hearts of men, that love will be a Divine grace indeed that's raised in the hearts of men, cst n1 vmb vbi dt j-jn n1 av d|vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1067 and acted from this principle of the knowledg of the love of God in Jesus Christ. and acted from this principle of the knowledge of the love of God in jesus christ. cc vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1068 This is the first thing, and the great thing that is held forth in the Gospel, This is the First thing, and the great thing that is held forth in the Gospel, d vbz dt ord n1, cc dt j n1 cst vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1069 namely the love of God to man-kind. I'le but name one or two things more now, and the next is this. namely the love of God to mankind. I'll but name one or two things more now, and the next is this. av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. pns11|vmb p-acp vvi crd cc crd n2 av-dc av, cc dt ord vbz d. (9) sermon (DIV2) 144 Page 60
1070 The infinite willingness of God to be at peace and to be reconcil'd unto those who have offended him, The infinite willingness of God to be At peace and to be reconciled unto those who have offended him, dt j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq vhb vvn pno31, (9) sermon (DIV2) 146 Page 60
1071 yea to his enemies, what is the scope of the Gospel? the eternal love of God to man-kind in Christ: That's the first thing. yea to his enemies, what is the scope of the Gospel? the Eternal love of God to mankind in christ: That's the First thing. uh p-acp po31 n2, q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1? dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1: d|vbz dt ord n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 146 Page 61
1072 Then the second thing is the infinite willingness that there is in God to be at peace to be reconciled to such as have offended him; Then the second thing is the infinite willingness that there is in God to be At peace to be reconciled to such as have offended him; av dt ord n1 vbz dt j n1 cst pc-acp vbz p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d c-acp vhb vvn pno31; (9) sermon (DIV2) 146 Page 61
1073 this is held forth in the Gospel, the Gospel is the Ministry of reconciliation, now what Conversation should be in us becoming this in the Gospel that is held forth? this is held forth in the Gospel, the Gospel is the Ministry of reconciliation, now what Conversation should be in us becoming this in the Gospel that is held forth? d vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av q-crq n1 vmd vbi p-acp pno12 vvg d p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn av? (9) sermon (DIV2) 146 Page 61
1074 And then the infinite mercy of God in the Gospel in delivering poor creatures out of a depth of misery, that's a main thing in the Gospel, And then the infinite mercy of God in the Gospel in delivering poor creatures out of a depth of misery, that's a main thing in the Gospel, cc av dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg j n2 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, d|vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 147 Page 61
1075 and many other particulars as the infinite hatred that God hath against sin, and the great price paid for souls that's held forth in the Gospel too, with divers other things that might be spoken of. and many other particulars as the infinite hatred that God hath against since, and the great price paid for Souls that's held forth in the Gospel too, with diverse other things that might be spoken of. cc d j-jn n2-j p-acp dt j n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp n1, cc dt j n1 vvn p-acp n2 cst|vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 av, p-acp j j-jn n2 cst vmd vbi vvn pp-f. (9) sermon (DIV2) 147 Page 61
1076 But I beseech you consider of the point that we are about, namely to shew you what the Gospel holds forth to us; But I beseech you Consider of the point that we Are about, namely to show you what the Gospel holds forth to us; p-acp pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pp-f dt n1 cst pns12 vbr a-acp, av pc-acp vvi pn22 r-crq dt n1 vvz av p-acp pno12; (9) sermon (DIV2) 147 Page 61
1077 and then what Conversation becomes all these things, and is sutable to them. and then what Conversation becomes all these things, and is suitable to them. cc av q-crq n1 vvz d d n2, cc vbz j p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV2) 147 Page 61
1078 If God would but be pleased to go along even with this one point that we are now upon, we hope it may lighten the Conversation of Christians, If God would but be pleased to go along even with this one point that we Are now upon, we hope it may lighten the Conversation of Christians, cs np1 vmd cc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp av p-acp d crd n1 cst pns12 vbr av p-acp, pns12 vvb pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 147 Page 61
1079 and withal may commend this word of grace to those that sit in darkness and in the shadow of death; and withal may commend this word of grace to those that fit in darkness and in the shadow of death; cc av vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d cst vvb p-acp n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 147 Page 61
1080 and may (if God will say Amen unto it) in some measure recover the dishonor that hath been cast upon the Gospel of Christ in these latter times, by that loose and uneven walking amongst professors themselves; and may (if God will say Amen unto it) in Some measure recover the dishonour that hath been cast upon the Gospel of christ in these latter times, by that lose and uneven walking among professors themselves; cc vmb (cs np1 vmb vvi uh-n p-acp pn31) p-acp d n1 vvi dt n1 cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d d n2, p-acp cst j cc j n-vvg p-acp n2 px32; (9) sermon (DIV2) 147 Page 61
1081 which hath very much darkned the glory of this marvellous great light, Which should be a lamp unto their feet, which hath very much darkened the glory of this marvellous great Light, Which should be a lamp unto their feet, r-crq vhz av av-d vvn dt n1 pp-f d j j n1, r-crq vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 147 Page 61
1082 and a light unto their paths. and a Light unto their paths. cc dt n1 p-acp po32 n2. (9) sermon (DIV2) 147 Page 61
1083 Oh that Jesus Christ from whose hand and heart this Gospel came would now preach it home to every heart of us, that the truths thereof, may be turned into grace, spirit and life in the midst of us, O that jesus christ from whose hand and heart this Gospel Come would now preach it home to every heart of us, that the truths thereof, may be turned into grace, Spirit and life in the midst of us, uh cst np1 np1 p-acp rg-crq n1 cc n1 d n1 vvd vmd av vvi pn31 av-an p-acp d n1 pp-f pno12, cst dt n2 av, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12, (9) sermon (DIV2) 147 Page 61
1084 so that our lives and Conversations may be a daily practical sermon of holiness, in particular, That we love one another as becomes the Gospels so that our lives and Conversations may be a daily practical sermon of holiness, in particular, That we love one Another as becomes the Gospels av cst po12 n2 cc n2 vmb vbi dt j j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j, cst pns12 vvb pi j-jn c-acp vvz dt ng1 (9) sermon (DIV2) 147 Page 61
1085 SERMON IV. PHIL. 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of Christ. SERMON IV. PHILIP. 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of christ. n1 np1 np1. crd crd j vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 147 Page 62
1086 WEE closed with this the last day, that we should love one another. This holds forth unto us, not only the love of God the Father, we closed with this the last day, that we should love one Another. This holds forth unto us, not only the love of God the Father, pns12 vvd p-acp d dt ord n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi pi j-jn. d vvz av p-acp pno12, xx av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 148 Page 62
1087 but the infinit love of Jesus Christ the second Person in Trinity, and this cals for love one to another; but the infinite love of jesus christ the second Person in Trinity, and this calls for love one to Another; cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1 dt ord n1 p-acp np1, cc d vvz p-acp n1 pi p-acp n-jn; (10) sermon (DIV2) 148 Page 62
1088 And I'le hint unto you one or two Scriptures more about this: there is union of Christian hearts in one bend of love: And I'll hint unto you one or two Scriptures more about this: there is Union of Christian hearts in one bend of love: cc pns11|vmb n1 p-acp pn22 crd cc crd n2 av-dc p-acp d: pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f njp n2 p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 148 Page 62
1089 No duty more inculcated in the new Testament (next unto Faith, that great engin of the Covenant of grace) than Love, and love one unto another; No duty more inculcated in the new Testament (next unto Faith, that great engine of the Covenant of grace) than Love, and love one unto Another; dx n1 av-dc vvn p-acp dt j n1 (ord p-acp n1, cst j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1) cs vvb, cc vvb pi p-acp n-jn; (10) sermon (DIV2) 148 Page 62
1090 and upon the consideration of the infinit love of God, and of Jesus Christ unto us. and upon the consideration of the infinite love of God, and of jesus christ unto us. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f np1 np1 p-acp pno12. (10) sermon (DIV2) 148 Page 62
1091 Ephesi. 3. 19. compared with Ephesians, 4. 1. And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge; Ephesus. 3. 19. compared with Ephesians, 4. 1. And to know the love of christ, which passes knowledge; np1. crd crd vvn p-acp np1, crd crd cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 62
1092 that ye might be filled with all fulness of God. that you might be filled with all fullness of God. cst pn22 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f np1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 62
1093 Then in the beginning of the 4. Chapter, I therefore (here's an inference with the use of it) the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you, That you walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called. Then in the beginning of the 4. Chapter, I Therefore (here's an Inference with the use of it) the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you, That you walk worthy of the vocation wherewith you Are called. av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt crd n1, pns11 av (av|vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31) dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pn22, cst pn22 vvb j pp-f dt n1 c-crq pn22 vbr vvn. (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 62
1094 You are called to Christ, to the Gospel, and there you have the love of Christ made known. You Are called to christ, to the Gospel, and there you have the love of christ made known. pn22 vbr vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1, cc a-acp pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd vvn. (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 62
1095 How shal they walk worthy of this vocation; with all lowliness, and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love. How shall they walk worthy of this vocation; with all lowliness, and meekness, with long-suffering, forbearing one Another in love. q-crq vmb pns32 vvi j pp-f d n1; p-acp d n1, cc n1, p-acp vvg, vvg pi j-jn p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 62
1096 Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. He prayed before, that they might know the love of Christ: Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace. He prayed before, that they might know the love of christ: vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. pns31 vvd a-acp, cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 62
1097 therefore upon that he doth exhort them, and builds his exhortation, or rather his beseeching that they would with all lowliness, meekness, Therefore upon that he does exhort them, and builds his exhortation, or rather his beseeching that they would with all lowliness, meekness, av p-acp cst pns31 vdz vvi pno32, cc vvz po31 n1, cc av-c po31 vvg cst pns32 vmd p-acp d n1, n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1098 and longsuffering, forbear one another in love; and long-suffering, forbear one Another in love; cc vvg, vvb pi j-jn p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1099 for you are called to the profession of the Gospel, and there you have the love of the Father, for you Are called to the profession of the Gospel, and there you have the love of the Father, c-acp pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc a-acp pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1100 and of Christ set forth unto you: now would you walk worthy of this calling? then let there be much meekness, and of christ Set forth unto you: now would you walk worthy of this calling? then let there be much meekness, cc pp-f np1 vvd av p-acp pn22: av vmd pn22 vvi j pp-f d n-vvg? av vvb pc-acp vbi d n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1101 and forbearing one another in love; and forbearing one Another in love; cc vvg pi j-jn p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1102 In Ephes. 5. 2. And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us, In Ephesians 5. 2. And walk in love, as christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us, p-acp np1 crd crd cc vvb p-acp n1, c-acp np1 av vhz vvn pno12, cc vhz vvn px31 p-acp pno12, (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1103 an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet smelling savour: Walk in love as Christ hath loved us, that is, sutable; an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet smelling savour: Walk in love as christ hath loved us, that is, suitable; dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j j-vvg n1: vvb p-acp n1 c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno12, cst vbz, j; (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1104 as if the Apostle should say, would you walk sutable to the Gospel of Christ that you profess? Walk in love then as Christ hath loved us, this is a principal thing. as if the Apostle should say, would you walk suitable to the Gospel of christ that you profess? Walk in love then as christ hath loved us, this is a principal thing. c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi, vmd pn22 vvi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pn22 vvb? vvb p-acp n1 av p-acp np1 vhz vvn pno12, d vbz dt j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1105 In the Gospel you come to know the love of Christ otherwise than other men do know it, In the Gospel you come to know the love of christ otherwise than other men do know it, p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av cs j-jn n2 vdb vvi pn31, (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1106 therefore walk in love, Walk in love as Christ hath loved us, make the love of Christ to be a pattern for your love; Therefore walk in love, Walk in love as christ hath loved us, make the love of christ to be a pattern for your love; av vvb p-acp n1, vvb p-acp n1 c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno12, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp po22 n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1107 there is nothing (as I told you) that is more unbeseeming the Gospel of Christ, there is nothing (as I told you) that is more unbeseeming the Gospel of christ, pc-acp vbz pix (c-acp pns11 vvd pn22) cst vbz av-dc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1108 than a hateful, malitious, rugged, dog star disposition, than for Christians to be tearing one another, than a hateful, malicious, rugged, dog star disposition, than for Christians to be tearing one Another, cs dt j, j, j, n1 n1 n1, cs p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi vvg pi j-jn, (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1109 & falling out one with another, as those beasts at Ephesus that Paul complains of; Oh this is infinitely unbeseeming the Gospel of Christ: & falling out one with Another, as those beasts At Ephesus that Paul complains of; O this is infinitely unbeseeming the Gospel of christ: cc vvg av crd p-acp n-jn, c-acp d n2 p-acp np1 cst np1 vvz pp-f; uh d vbz av-j vvg dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1110 Do you know what the love of God means in Jesus Christ? are you sensible of the love of Christ? Oh this love should sweeten your hearts that there should be no more bitterness in you, Do you know what the love of God means in jesus christ? Are you sensible of the love of christ? O this love should sweeten your hearts that there should be no more bitterness in you, vdb pn22 vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp np1 np1? vbr pn22 j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? uh d n1 vmd vvi po22 n2 cst a-acp vmd vbi dx dc n1 p-acp pn22, (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1111 but you should live in this Element of love. but you should live in this Element of love. cc-acp pn22 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1112 Saith an Ancient, what doth beastly fierceness and cruelty, and savigeness do in the breast of a Christian? it is unbeseeming the name of a Christian, Says an Ancient, what does beastly fierceness and cruelty, and savigeness do in the breast of a Christian? it is unbeseeming the name of a Christian, vvz dt j, q-crq vdz j n1 cc n1, cc n1 vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp? pn31 vbz j dt n1 pp-f dt njp, (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1113 Therefore let your Conversation be as becometh the Gospel of Christ, that holds forth love; Therefore let your Conversation be as Becometh the Gospel of christ, that holds forth love; av vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vvz av n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1114 Oh let there be much love in you, be you acted by love in all your waies, O let there be much love in you, be you acted by love in all your ways, uh vvb pc-acp vbi d n1 p-acp pn22, vbb pn22 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d po22 n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1115 so that they that run may reade this new Commandment which Christ left unto his followers, That they love one another in deed and in truth. so that they that run may read this new Commandment which christ left unto his followers, That they love one Another in deed and in truth. av cst pns32 cst vvb vmb vvi d j n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, cst pns32 vvb pi j-jn p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 149 Page 63
1116 Secondly, The Gospel of Christ it holds forth this, The infinit willingness of God to be at peace with man-kind, to be reconciled unto man, Secondly, The Gospel of christ it holds forth this, The infinite willingness of God to be At peace with mankind, to be reconciled unto man, ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vvz av d, dt j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 150 Page 63
1117 unto those who have offended him, yea to those who are enemies unto him: unto those who have offended him, yea to those who Are enemies unto him: p-acp d r-crq vhb vvn pno31, uh p-acp d r-crq vbr n2 p-acp pno31: (10) sermon (DIV2) 150 Page 63
1118 This is the scope of the Gospel, (a principal scope) I say God would in the Gospel make known to all the world his infinite willingness to be reconcil'd to such as have offended him: This is the scope of the Gospel, (a principal scope) I say God would in the Gospel make known to all the world his infinite willingness to be reconciled to such as have offended him: d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (dt j-jn n1) pns11 vvb np1 vmd p-acp dt n1 vvb vvn p-acp d dt n1 po31 j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d c-acp vhb vvn pno31: (10) sermon (DIV2) 150 Page 63
1119 Indeed without the Gospel we might apprehend this, that the Lord is a God that is full of goodness, that He is good and doth good, that all good is in him; Indeed without the Gospel we might apprehend this, that the Lord is a God that is full of Goodness, that He is good and does good, that all good is in him; av p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmd vvi d, cst dt n1 vbz dt n1 cst vbz j pp-f n1, cst pns31 vbz j cc vdz j, cst d j vbz p-acp pno31; (10) sermon (DIV2) 150 Page 64
1120 but to apprehend God to be such a God of peace, so infinitely set upon it, (as I may so say) to be reconciled to such as are enemies, could never have been known but by this Gospel of Christ; but to apprehend God to be such a God of peace, so infinitely Set upon it, (as I may so say) to be reconciled to such as Are enemies, could never have been known but by this Gospel of christ; cc-acp pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vbi d dt n1 pp-f n1, av av-j vvn p-acp pn31, (c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi) pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d c-acp vbr n2, vmd av-x vhi vbn vvn cc-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f np1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 150 Page 64
1121 herein we find that though there was an infinite difference between God and man, between Heaven and Earth through our sinning sin, herein we find that though there was an infinite difference between God and man, between Heaven and Earth through our sinning since, av pns12 vvb cst cs a-acp vbds dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 vvg n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 150 Page 64
1122 yet the Lord was willing to be reconciled, yea though the offence of man was exceeding great so that it cried for vengance, yet the Lord was willing to be reconciled, yea though the offence of man was exceeding great so that it cried for vengeance, av dt n1 vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn, uh cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvg j av cst pn31 vvd p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 150 Page 64
1123 yet he was pleased wonderfully to condescend to make a peace with him: yet he was pleased wonderfully to condescend to make a peace with him: av pns31 vbds vvn av-j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31: (10) sermon (DIV2) 150 Page 64
1124 Yea though the Lord had man under his power and could do what He pleased with him, He had His enemy under His feet, Yea though the Lord had man under his power and could do what He pleased with him, He had His enemy under His feet, uh cs dt n1 vhd n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc vmd vdi r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno31, pns31 vhd po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 150 Page 64
1125 and might have broken him all to pieces with His iron-rod as a Potters vessel (which when it is broken can never be made whol again) yet He was willing to be reconciled. and might have broken him all to Pieces with His iron-rod as a Potters vessel (which when it is broken can never be made Whole again) yet He was willing to be reconciled. cc vmd vhi vvn pno31 d p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 (r-crq c-crq pn31 vbz vvn vmb av-x vbi vvn j-jn av) av pns31 vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn. (10) sermon (DIV2) 150 Page 64
1126 Thirdly, Though God had no need at all of us, He was infinitly blessed in himself, who is perfection and blessedness it self. Thirdly, Though God had no need At all of us, He was infinitely blessed in himself, who is perfection and blessedness it self. ord, cs np1 vhd dx n1 p-acp d pp-f pno12, pns31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp px31, r-crq vbz n1 cc n1 pn31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 151 Page 64
1127 Sometimes we are willing to be reconcil'd to our enemies, either because we have them not under our power, Sometime we Are willing to be reconciled to our enemies, either Because we have them not under our power, av pns12 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, av-d c-acp pns12 vhb pno32 xx p-acp po12 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 151 Page 64
1128 or because we have some need of them; or Because we have Some need of them; cc c-acp pns12 vhb d n1 pp-f pno32; (10) sermon (DIV2) 151 Page 64
1129 but God that had us under his hand, and might easily have destroyed us, and had no need at all of us, but God that had us under his hand, and might Easily have destroyed us, and had no need At all of us, cc-acp np1 cst vhd pno12 p-acp po31 n1, cc vmd av-j vhi vvn pno12, cc vhd dx n1 p-acp d pp-f pno12, (10) sermon (DIV2) 151 Page 64
1130 yet was desirous to spare us, as a father spareth his only son whom he loveth, yet was desirous to spare us, as a father spares his only son whom he loves, av vbds j pc-acp vvi pno12, c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 j n1 r-crq pns31 vvz, (10) sermon (DIV2) 151 Page 64
1131 Fourthly, The Gospel holds this out to us, That the Lord He begins the work of reconciliation, He first loving us, the infinit God seeketh to us his creatures to come in to be reconciled, Fourthly, The Gospel holds this out to us, That the Lord He begins the work of reconciliation, He First loving us, the infinite God seeks to us his creatures to come in to be reconciled, ord, dt n1 vvz d av p-acp pno12, cst dt n1 pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 ord vvg pno12, dt j np1 vvz p-acp pno12 po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pc-acp vbi vvn, (10) sermon (DIV2) 152 Page 64
1132 therefore he sends his Ambassadors of peace to beseech us in Christs stead to come in to be reconciled to him, to accept of His Propositions of Peace which make so much for our everlasting salvation. Therefore he sends his ambassadors of peace to beseech us in Christ stead to come in to be reconciled to him, to accept of His Propositions of Peace which make so much for our everlasting salvation. av pns31 vvz po31 n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pp-f po31 n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vvb av av-d c-acp po12 j n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 152 Page 64
1133 Fiftly, Though reconciliation must cost God very dear; Fifty, Though reconciliation must cost God very dear; ord, cs n1 vmb vvi np1 av j-jn; (10) sermon (DIV2) 153 Page 64
1134 that God must be at a great deal of costs and charges to reconcile His creatures to himself ▪ it cost no less than the blood of his only begotten Son, that God must be At a great deal of costs and charges to reconcile His creatures to himself ▪ it cost no less than the blood of his only begotten Son, cst np1 vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp px31 ▪ pn31 vvd dx dc cs dt n1 pp-f po31 av-j vvn n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 153 Page 64
1135 and yet he is willing to be reconcil'd: and yet he is willing to be reconciled: cc av pns31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn: (10) sermon (DIV2) 153 Page 64
1136 saith God, my heart is set upon this work, and let it cost what it will, Says God, my heart is Set upon this work, and let it cost what it will, vvz np1, po11 n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, cc vvb pn31 vvi r-crq pn31 vmb, (10) sermon (DIV2) 153 Page 64
1137 if it were ten thousand worlds yet my heart i• so upon it, that I will bring them in that they may be reconciled to me, and made one with me. if it were ten thousand world's yet my heart i• so upon it, that I will bring them in that they may be reconciled to me, and made one with me. cs pn31 vbdr crd crd n2 av po11 n1 n1 av p-acp pn31, cst pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno11, cc vvd pi p-acp pno11. (10) sermon (DIV2) 153 Page 64
1138 Sixthly and lastly, The Gospel reveals this, That God is so set upon reconciliation, and is so reconcil'd to such as do imbrace the Gospel as he will never be at enmity with them again. Sixthly and lastly, The Gospel reveals this, That God is so Set upon reconciliation, and is so reconciled to such as do embrace the Gospel as he will never be At enmity with them again. j cc ord, dt n1 vvz d, cst np1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1, cc vbz av vvn p-acp d c-acp vdb vvi dt n1 c-acp pns31 vmb av-x vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno32 av. (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1139 Being once reconcil'd, he wil never suffer such a breach to be made between Man-kind and Himself any more. Being once reconciled, he will never suffer such a breach to be made between Mankind and Himself any more. vbg a-acp vvn, pns31 vmb av-x vvi d dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc px31 d n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1140 He wil be their Father in Christ, and ye shall be his Sons and Daughters through Him to all eternity in Christ Jesus our Lord. He will be their Father in christ, and you shall be his Sons and Daughters through Him to all eternity in christ jesus our Lord. pns31 vmb vbi po32 n1 p-acp np1, cc pn22 vmb vbi po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1 p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1141 Who shall separate us from the love of God? Thus the Gospel holds forth, not only reconciliation, Who shall separate us from the love of God? Thus the Gospel holds forth, not only reconciliation, q-crq vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? av dt n1 vvz av, xx av-j n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1142 but such reconciliation as this is, which men and Angels can never sufficiently admire and bless God for. but such reconciliation as this is, which men and Angels can never sufficiently admire and bless God for. cc-acp d n1 c-acp d vbz, r-crq n2 cc n2 vmb av-x av-j vvi cc vvi np1 p-acp. (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1143 This is a Second beam (as I may so say) of the Gospel. This is a Second beam (as I may so say) of the Gospel. d vbz dt ord n1 (c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi) pp-f dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1144 Then what manner of persons ought we to be? our conversations must be as becomes this Gospel of Christ in this great thing that the Gospel holds forth unto us. Then what manner of Persons ought we to be? our conversations must be as becomes this Gospel of christ in this great thing that the Gospel holds forth unto us. av q-crq n1 pp-f n2 vmd pns12 pc-acp vbi? po12 n2 vmb vbi c-acp vvz d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j n1 cst dt n1 vvz av p-acp pno12. (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1145 Surely then, this cals to us al aloud to love peace, O love peace, Is God so set upon peace as he is? and is he willing to be at so great cost for peace? Oh let us love peace, let us follow peace, lets pursue peace, let's seek peace, let us do what we can possibly for peace, If it be possible as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men: Surely then, this calls to us all aloud to love peace, Oh love peace, Is God so Set upon peace as he is? and is he willing to be At so great cost for peace? O let us love peace, let us follow peace, lets pursue peace, let's seek peace, let us do what we can possibly for peace, If it be possible as much as lies in you, live peaceably with all men: np1 av, d vvz p-acp pno12 d av pc-acp vvi n1, uh n1 n1, vbz np1 av vvn p-acp n1 c-acp pns31 vbz? cc vbz pns31 j pc-acp vbi p-acp av j n1 p-acp n1? uh vvb pno12 vvi n1, vvb pno12 vvi n1, vvb|pno12 vvi n1, vvb|pno12 vvi n1, vvb pno12 vdi r-crq pns12 vmb av-j p-acp n1, cs pn31 vbb j p-acp d c-acp vvz p-acp pn22, vvb av-j p-acp d n2: (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1146 Let us account peace never bought too dear with any thing but sin: The Lord Christ would not sin to purchase peace, Let us account peace never bought too dear with any thing but since: The Lord christ would not sin to purchase peace, vvb pno12 vvi n1 av-x vvn av j-jn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1: dt n1 np1 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1147 if it could possibly have been conceived that any sin should have bin committed Christ would never have purchased peace that way; if it could possibly have been conceived that any since should have been committed christ would never have purchased peace that Way; cs pn31 vmd av-j vhi vbn vvn cst d n1 vmd vhi vbn vvn np1 vmd av-x vhi vvn n1 cst n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1148 but if it be by any way of suffering, by his being willing to leave the Heavens for a while to take upon him the form of a servant, but if it be by any Way of suffering, by his being willing to leave the Heavens for a while to take upon him the from of a servant, cc-acp cs pn31 vbb p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg, p-acp po31 vbg j pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1149 yea to have the sence of the influences of the love of his Father ecclipsed for a time, he was willing to endure, yea to have the sense of the influences of the love of his Father eclipsed for a time, he was willing to endure, uh p-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1150 yea to be made a curse, whatsoever he suffered in his Name, he was willing to endure any thing to make peace between God and man, to reconcile the World to Heaven: yea to be made a curse, whatsoever he suffered in his Name, he was willing to endure any thing to make peace between God and man, to reconcile the World to Heaven: uh p-acp vbi vvn dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1151 Oh! let us love peace, that's becoming the Gospel of Christ, for our hearts to be set upon peace. Oh! let us love peace, that's becoming the Gospel of christ, for our hearts to be Set upon peace. uh vvb pno12 vvi n1, d|vbz vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1152 And the exhortation that you have in the Ephesians (before mentioned;) it is likewise built upon the consideration of Christs working so for our peace, Ephes. 2. 14. For He is our peace, who hath made both one, And the exhortation that you have in the Ephesians (before mentioned;) it is likewise built upon the consideration of Christ working so for our peace, Ephesians 2. 14. For He is our peace, who hath made both one, cc dt n1 cst pn22 vhb p-acp dt np1 (c-acp vvn;) pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg av p-acp po12 n1, np1 crd crd p-acp pns31 vbz po12 n1, r-crq vhz vvn d crd, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1153 and hath broken down the middle wall of partition between us, having abolished in Hi• flesh the enmity. and hath broken down the middle wall of partition between us, having abolished in Hi• Flesh the enmity. cc vhz vvn a-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, vhg vvn p-acp np1 n1 dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1154 And then in the 16. verse, That He might reconcile both unto God in one body by the Cross, having slain the enmity thereby. And then in the 16. verse, That He might reconcile both unto God in one body by the Cross, having slave the enmity thereby. cc av p-acp dt crd n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi d p-acp np1 p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n1, vhg vvn dt n1 av. (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 65
1155 So that this Scripture holds forth, not only that Christ is our peace in respect of God, So that this Scripture holds forth, not only that christ is our peace in respect of God, av cst d n1 vvz av, xx j cst np1 vbz po12 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 66
1156 and he died for that end to make peace between God and us, but likewise that Jesus Christ did die to make peace between man and man; and he died for that end to make peace between God and us, but likewise that jesus christ did die to make peace between man and man; cc pns31 vvd p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1 cc pno12, cc-acp av cst np1 np1 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 66
1157 it was one fruit of His death to break down the middle wall of partition between us, and to slay the enmity; it was one fruit of His death to break down the middle wall of partition between us, and to slay the enmity; pn31 vbds crd n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 66
1158 he doth not say, to kill our enemies, but to kill the enmity it's self; he does not say, to kill our enemies, but to kill the enmity it's self; pns31 vdz xx vvi, p-acp vvb po12 n2, p-acp p-acp vvb dt n1 pn31|vbz n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 66
1159 the meaning is this, that Christ died to take down the partition wall between Jew, and Gentile; there was an enmity between the Jew and Gentile that they might not one converse with the other; the meaning is this, that christ died to take down the partition wall between Jew, and Gentile; there was an enmity between the Jew and Gentile that they might not one converse with the other; dt n1 vbz d, cst np1 vvd pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp np1, cc j; a-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp dt np1 cc j cst pns32 vmd xx pi vvi p-acp dt j-jn; (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 66
1160 now it was a fruit of the death of Christ to take down the partition wall and to slay the enmity between them, that so there might be but one sheep fold, that He might reconcile both unto God in one body. now it was a fruit of the death of christ to take down the partition wall and to slay the enmity between them, that so there might be but one sheep fold, that He might reconcile both unto God in one body. av pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 n1 cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst av pc-acp vmd vbi cc-acp crd n1 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi d p-acp np1 p-acp crd n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 66
1161 Now, was this the end of the death of Christ, not only to reconcile us to God, Now, was this the end of the death of christ, not only to reconcile us to God, av, vbds d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp np1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 66
1162 but one unto another in one body, Jew and Gentile? Certainly there cannot be such a distance between one Christian and another as there was between Jew and Gentile: and Christ did so love unity and peace in the world, especially among those that made any profession of his Name, that he would die to that end, He would lose His life that He might procure peace between Jews and Gentiles, and bring them into one body: but one unto Another in one body, Jew and Gentile? Certainly there cannot be such a distance between one Christian and Another as there was between Jew and Gentile: and christ did so love unity and peace in the world, especially among those that made any profession of his Name, that he would die to that end, He would loose His life that He might procure peace between jews and Gentiles, and bring them into one body: cc-acp pi p-acp n-jn p-acp crd n1, np1 cc j? av-j a-acp vmbx vbi d dt n1 p-acp crd np1 cc j-jn c-acp a-acp vbds p-acp np1 cc j: cc np1 vdd av vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j p-acp d cst vvd d n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp np2 cc n2-j, cc vvi pno32 p-acp crd n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 66
1163 And truly so it should be with us, we should be willing, and those whose hearts are right (I say) cannot but be so sensible of the breaches that are among us, And truly so it should be with us, we should be willing, and those whose hearts Are right (I say) cannot but be so sensible of the Breaches that Are among us, cc av-j av pn31 vmd vbi p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd vbi j, cc d rg-crq n2 vbr j-jn (pns11 vvb) vmbx p-acp vbi av j pp-f dt n2 cst vbr p-acp pno12, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 66
1164 and the unpeaceableness of mens spirits, as if they could by the laying down of their lives procure peace, they should be willing to do it, every Christian should make it appear, that he is so set upon peace that if the laying down of his life could procure peace he should be willing to do it, that if we may make up breaches by standing in the gap, and the Unpeaceableness of men's spirits, as if they could by the laying down of their lives procure peace, they should be willing to do it, every Christian should make it appear, that he is so Set upon peace that if the laying down of his life could procure peace he should be willing to do it, that if we may make up Breaches by standing in the gap, cc dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2, c-acp cs pns32 vmd p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f po32 n2 vvi n1, pns32 vmd vbi j pc-acp vdi pn31, d njp vmd vvi pn31 vvi, cst pns31 vbz av vvn p-acp n1 cst cs dt vvg a-acp pp-f po31 n1 vmd vvi n1 pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vdi pn31, cst cs pns12 vmb vvi a-acp n2 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 66
1165 and offering up our selves a sacrifice of atonement and pacification, let us thus prove our selves to be the true followers of Christ our Lord and Master who hath left us his own example herein for our imitation: and offering up our selves a sacrifice of atonement and pacification, let us thus prove our selves to be the true followers of christ our Lord and Master who hath left us his own Exampl herein for our imitation: cc vvg a-acp po12 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb pno12 av vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi dt j n2 pp-f np1 po12 n1 cc n1 r-crq vhz vvn pno12 po31 d n1 av p-acp po12 n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 66
1166 this were an excellent thing beseeming the Gospel of Christ that we do profess, yea, we should not only be willing to admit of peace, this were an excellent thing beseeming the Gospel of christ that we do profess, yea, we should not only be willing to admit of peace, d vbdr dt j n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns12 vdb vvi, uh, pns12 vmd xx av-j vbi j pc-acp vvi pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 66
1167 but seek for it, seek for it to our inferiours, do not say that such a man hath wronged me, but seek for it, seek for it to our inferiors, do not say that such a man hath wronged me, cc-acp vvb p-acp pn31, vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp po12 n2-jn, vdb xx vvi cst d dt n1 vhz vvn pno11, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 66
1168 and therefore let him seek to me, Oh no, it doth become you that make profession of the Gospel of Christ, not to stay till he come to you that hath wronged you, and Therefore let him seek to me, O no, it does become you that make profession of the Gospel of christ, not to stay till he come to you that hath wronged you, cc av vvb pno31 vvi p-acp pno11, uh uh-dx, pn31 vdz vvi pn22 cst vvb n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, xx pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vvb p-acp pn22 d vhz vvn pn22, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 66
1169 but for you that are wronged by another, even to seek to those that have wronged you, that they would be at peace with you; but for you that Are wronged by Another, even to seek to those that have wronged you, that they would be At peace with you; cc-acp c-acp pn22 cst vbr vvn p-acp j-jn, av pc-acp vvi p-acp d cst vhb vvn pn22, cst pns32 vmd vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pn22; (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1170 you might perhaps (consulting with flesh and blood) think it unreasonable that you that are wronged should seek peace; you might perhaps (consulting with Flesh and blood) think it unreasonable that you that Are wronged should seek peace; pn22 vmd av (vvg p-acp n1 cc n1) vvb pn31 j cst pn22 cst vbr vvn vmd vvi n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1171 I but it becomes the Gospel of Christ that you should do so; God sought to you, you never sought to him: I but it becomes the Gospel of christ that you should do so; God sought to you, you never sought to him: pns11 p-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pn22 vmd vdi av; np1 vvd p-acp pn22, pn22 av-x vvd p-acp pno31: (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1172 If God had not begun the work of peace with you, God and your souls would have been eternally enemies, If God had not begun the work of peace with you, God and your Souls would have been eternally enemies, cs np1 vhd xx vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22, np1 cc po22 n2 vmd vhi vbn av-j n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1173 and therefore remember that you are not to live according to reason, you think there's all the reason in the world that those that have wronged you should crouch to your feet rather than you seek to them, and Therefore Remember that you Are not to live according to reason, you think there's all the reason in the world that those that have wronged you should crouch to your feet rather than you seek to them, cc av vvb cst pn22 vbr xx pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp n1, pn22 vvb pc-acp|vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cst d cst vhb vvn pn22 vmd vvi p-acp po22 n2 av-c cs pn22 vvb p-acp pno32, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1174 well grant it, that there is all the reason in the world for it, I but what is there in the Gospel to the contrary? and you are not to live only in your Conversations as beseems reason, well grant it, that there is all the reason in the world for it, I but what is there in the Gospel to the contrary? and you Are not to live only in your Conversations as beseems reason, av vvb pn31, cst pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, pns11 cc-acp q-crq vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn? cc pn22 vbr xx pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po22 n2 c-acp vvz n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1175 but you are to have your Conversations as beseems the Gospel of Christ: but you Are to have your Conversations as beseems the Gospel of christ: cc-acp pn22 vbr pc-acp vhi po22 n2 c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1176 If you stand upon these tearms, let him come to me rather than I will go to him, Is this as becomes the Gospel? What do you hold forth of the great Work of the Gospel, If you stand upon these terms, let him come to me rather than I will go to him, Is this as becomes the Gospel? What do you hold forth of the great Work of the Gospel, cs pn22 vvb p-acp d n2, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp pno11 av-c cs pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, vbz d c-acp vvz dt n1? q-crq vdb pn22 vvi av pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1177 if you do not hold forth this? Your willingness to be at peace, and to seek for peace even from your inferiors? and do not you say that the offence is great, Oh! 'tis a great offence that such a one hath committed, he hath dealt very proudly with me, if you do not hold forth this? Your willingness to be At peace, and to seek for peace even from your inferiors? and do not you say that the offence is great, Oh! it's a great offence that such a one hath committed, he hath dealt very proudly with me, cs pn22 vdb xx vvi av d? po22 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 av p-acp po22 n2-jn? cc vdb xx pn22 vvi cst dt n1 vbz j, uh pn31|vbz dt j n1 cst d dt pi vhz vvn, pns31 vhz vvn av av-j p-acp pno11, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1178 and shall I seek to him; and shall I seek to him; cc vmb pns11 vvi p-acp pno31; (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1179 his offence to you is not so great as your offence was to God, and yet God seeks to be at peace with you through Christ: his offence to you is not so great as your offence was to God, and yet God seeks to be At peace with you through christ: po31 n1 p-acp pn22 vbz xx av j c-acp po22 n1 vbds p-acp np1, cc av np1 vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp np1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1180 But he is my inferior, it may be he is a poor mean fellow that hath so wronged me: But he is my inferior, it may be he is a poor mean fellow that hath so wronged me: cc-acp pns31 vbz po11 j-jn, pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vbz dt j j n1 cst vhz av vvn pno11: (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1181 Do not you think there is such a distance between you and other men, it may be thou hast a little power in thy hand, Do not you think there is such a distance between you and other men, it may be thou hast a little power in thy hand, vdb xx pn22 vvi pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp pn22 cc j-jn n2, pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vh2 dt j n1 p-acp po21 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1182 and a few pence in thy purse more than thy neighbor hath; and a few pence in thy purse more than thy neighbour hath; cc dt d n2 p-acp po21 n1 av-dc cs po21 n1 vhz; (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1183 but what infinite distance was there between God and you then? Oh remember your Conversation must be as beseems the Gospel of Christ: but what infinite distance was there between God and you then? O Remember your Conversation must be as beseems the Gospel of christ: cc-acp q-crq j n1 vbds a-acp p-acp np1 cc pn22 av? uh vvb po22 n1 vmb vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1184 I but it will put me to a great deal of trouble, I can with more ease have him punished than I can bring things to make peace between us. I but it will put me to a great deal of trouble, I can with more ease have him punished than I can bring things to make peace between us. pns11 cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb p-acp dc n1 vhb pno31 vvn cs pns11 vmb vvi n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12. (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1185 With more ease? Could not God with more ease have sent thee down to the nethermost Hell, With more ease? Could not God with more ease have sent thee down to the nethermost Hell, p-acp dc n1? vmd xx np1 p-acp dc n1 vhb vvn pno21 a-acp p-acp dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1186 how quickly could God have brought thee down and undone thee for ever: how quickly could God have brought thee down and undone thee for ever: c-crq av-j vmd n1 vhi vvn pno21 a-acp cc vvn pno21 p-acp av: (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 67
1187 but God was content to be at peace upon hard tearms (as I may so speak) indeed they were hard tearms by which God came to reconcile the world unto himself, the hardest tearms that possibly could be conceived, but God was content to be At peace upon hard terms (as I may so speak) indeed they were hard terms by which God Come to reconcile the world unto himself, the Hardest terms that possibly could be conceived, cc-acp np1 vbds j pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp j n2 (c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi) av pns32 vbdr j n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp px31, dt js n2 cst av-j vmd vbi vvn, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 68
1188 for Jesus Christ, his eternal Son, did take upon Him our Nature, and was made a curse for us, that knew no sin, that we might be made the righteousnes of God in Him; for jesus christ, his Eternal Son, did take upon Him our Nature, and was made a curse for us, that knew no since, that we might be made the righteousness of God in Him; c-acp np1 np1, po31 j n1, vdd vvi p-acp pno31 po12 n1, cc vbds vvn dt n1 p-acp pno12, cst vvd dx n1, cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31; (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 68
1189 and therefore stand not upon any hard tearms, if peace may be purchased any way but by sin, stand not upon it, and Therefore stand not upon any hard terms, if peace may be purchased any Way but by since, stand not upon it, cc av vvb xx p-acp d j n2, cs n1 vmb vbi vvn d n1 cc-acp p-acp n1, vvb xx p-acp pn31, (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 68
1190 for this is as becomes the Gospel of Christ. for this is as becomes the Gospel of christ. c-acp d vbz c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 154 Page 68
1191 Yea, And when you are reconciled to your brother, be so reconcil'd, as to be firm in your reconciliation: Yea, And when you Are reconciled to your brother, be so reconciled, as to be firm in your reconciliation: uh, cc c-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp po22 n1, vbb av vvn, c-acp pc-acp vbi j p-acp po22 n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 155 Page 68
1192 Not as some, there is peace made between them, but how? so as they are ready to take advantage against one another upon any miscarriage afterwards: Not as Some, there is peace made between them, but how? so as they Are ready to take advantage against one Another upon any miscarriage afterwards: xx p-acp d, pc-acp vbz n1 vvn p-acp pno32, cc-acp q-crq? av c-acp pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp crd j-jn p-acp d n1 av: (10) sermon (DIV2) 155 Page 68
1193 God doth not do so with you, the Gospel holds not forth such a peace as this is, that God shall be at peace with you for the present, God does not do so with you, the Gospel holds not forth such a peace as this is, that God shall be At peace with you for the present, np1 vdz xx vdi av p-acp pn22, dt n1 vvz xx av d dt n1 c-acp d vbz, cst np1 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j, (10) sermon (DIV2) 155 Page 68
1194 but look to your selves afterwards, God will take all advantages against you that he can; but look to your selves afterwards, God will take all advantages against you that he can; cc-acp vvb p-acp po22 n2 av, np1 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp pn22 cst pns31 vmb; (10) sermon (DIV2) 155 Page 68
1195 if there had been such a peace made between God and you, you had been in Hell long before this time, if there had been such a peace made between God and you, you had been in Hell long before this time, cs pc-acp vhd vbn d dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 cc pn22, pn22 vhd vbn p-acp n1 av-j p-acp d n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 155 Page 68
1196 and therefore let your peace be a firm, a setled, and a constant peace; and Therefore let your peace be a firm, a settled, and a constant peace; cc av vvb po22 n1 vbb dt j, dt j-vvn, cc dt j n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 155 Page 68
1197 Oh! that this were but thought on in these contentions daies, wherein there is such breaches between Brother and Brother, in every town, in every family, Oh! that this were but Thought on in these contentions days, wherein there is such Breaches between Brother and Brother, in every town, in every family, uh cst d vbdr cc-acp vvd a-acp p-acp d n2 n2, c-crq pc-acp vbz d n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 155 Page 68
1198 and none almost but are broken off one from another with an irreconcilable spirit; and none almost but Are broken off one from Another with an irreconcilable Spirit; cc pix av cc-acp vbr vvn a-acp crd p-acp n-jn p-acp dt j n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 155 Page 68
1199 Oh! how unbeseeming the Gospel of Jesus Christ is an irreconciliable spirit? Certainly God hath not made thee to know what the mysterie of the Gospel of peace is, who hast war in thy heart and tongue against thy brother. Oh! how unbeseeming the Gospel of jesus christ is an irreconciliable Spirit? Certainly God hath not made thee to know what the mystery of the Gospel of peace is, who haste war in thy heart and tongue against thy brother. uh q-crq j dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vbz dt j n1? av-j np1 vhz xx vvn pno21 pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz, r-crq n1 n1 p-acp po21 n1 cc n1 p-acp po21 n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 155 Page 68
1200 And that's the second thing that the Gospel holds forth unto us. And that's the second thing that the Gospel holds forth unto us. cc d|vbz dt ord n1 cst dt n1 vvz av p-acp pno12. (10) sermon (DIV2) 155 Page 68
1201 Only take this one note in this second thing, That whereas there are many arguments to move us to such a conversation as now I am urging upon you, Only take this one note in this second thing, That whereas there Are many Arguments to move us to such a Conversation as now I am urging upon you, av-j vvi d crd n1 p-acp d ord n1, cst cs pc-acp vbr d n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp av pns11 vbm vvg p-acp pn22, (10) sermon (DIV2) 156 Page 68
1202 yet let Christians above all arguments, make the Gospel to be the argument of arguments to move them to it: yet let Christians above all Arguments, make the Gospel to be the argument of Arguments to move them to it: av vvb np1 p-acp d n2, vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pn31: (10) sermon (DIV2) 156 Page 68
1203 As now, for the matter of peace, there are many arguments to move us to be at peace with our brother, from the inconveniences that will follow upon our breaches & the like, As now, for the matter of peace, there Are many Arguments to move us to be At peace with our brother, from the inconveniences that will follow upon our Breaches & the like, c-acp av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbr d n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt n2 cst vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2 cc dt j, (10) sermon (DIV2) 156 Page 68
1204 now shew your selves Christians in this, Above all arguments make the consideration of what you understand in the Gospel to be the great motive of motive to prevail with you for peace, now show your selves Christians in this, Above all Arguments make the consideration of what you understand in the Gospel to be the great motive of motive to prevail with you for peace, av vvb po22 n2 np1 p-acp d, p-acp d n2 vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 156 Page 68
1205 and this argument will do it when nothing else will do it. and this argument will do it when nothing Else will do it. cc d n1 vmb vdi pn31 c-crq pix av vmb vdi pn31. (10) sermon (DIV2) 156 Page 68
1206 It may be a friend comes and perswades you to be at peace, you will find a great deal of trouble in Lawing and suing, It may be a friend comes and persuades you to be At peace, you will find a great deal of trouble in Lawing and suing, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 vvz cc vvz pn22 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 cc vvg, (10) sermon (DIV2) 156 Page 69
1207 and enmity one against another, there will come a great deal of anxiety, and therefore be reconcil'd and live like neighbors one with another: and enmity one against Another, there will come a great deal of anxiety, and Therefore be reconciled and live like neighbours one with Another: cc n1 crd p-acp n-jn, pc-acp vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc av vbi vvn cc vvi av-j n2 pi p-acp n-jn: (10) sermon (DIV2) 156 Page 69
1208 well, but when you find that your hearts do not stoop to any other argument, well, but when you find that your hearts do not stoop to any other argument, av, cc-acp c-crq pn22 vvb cst po22 n2 vdb xx vvi p-acp d j-jn n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 156 Page 69
1209 then get alone into your closets, search the Scriptures, and there lay to your hearts all the arguments that you can from the Gospel of Jesus Christ, there see how God reconcil'd the world to Himself, then get alone into your closets, search the Scriptures, and there lay to your hearts all the Arguments that you can from the Gospel of jesus christ, there see how God reconciled the world to Himself, av vvb av-j p-acp po22 n2, vvb dt n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2 d dt n2 cst pn22 vmb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vvn dt n1 p-acp px31, (10) sermon (DIV2) 156 Page 69
1210 and how God was set upon the work of peace: and how God was Set upon the work of peace: cc c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 156 Page 69
1211 lay them to your hearts, and when no other arguments wil move, the consideration of that through the blessing of God will do it. lay them to your hearts, and when no other Arguments will move, the consideration of that through the blessing of God will do it. vvb pno32 p-acp po22 n2, cc c-crq dx j-jn n2 vmb vvi, dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vdi pn31. (10) sermon (DIV2) 156 Page 69
1212 And that's for the second Point. And that's for the second Point. cc d|vbz p-acp dt ord n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 156 Page 69
1213 In the third place, The Gospel holds forth the infinit mercy of God to miserable creatures. In the third place, The Gospel holds forth the infinite mercy of God to miserable creatures. p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 vvz av dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2. (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 69
1214 When man was plunged into such a depth of misery, nothing but bowels of mercy did move God to help men out of that depth of misery that they were plunged into; When man was plunged into such a depth of misery, nothing but bowels of mercy did move God to help men out of that depth of misery that they were plunged into; c-crq n1 vbds vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, pix cc-acp n2 pp-f n1 vdd vvi np1 pc-acp vvi n2 av pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp; (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 69
1215 and though man was unworthy of mercy, Gods mercy was free, yea and it was a transcendent mercy of God, The mercy of God is over all his works. and though man was unworthy of mercy, God's mercy was free, yea and it was a transcendent mercy of God, The mercy of God is over all his works. cc cs n1 vbds j pp-f n1, ng1 n1 vbds j, uh cc pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp d po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 69
1216 The Heathens could understand that God was a merciful God, the light of Nature will tel us something of the mercy of God; The heathens could understand that God was a merciful God, the Light of Nature will tell us something of the mercy of God; dt n2-jn vmd vvi cst np1 vbds dt j np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno12 pi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 69
1217 but there's nothing that sets out the bowels of Gods mercy so as the Gospel of Jesus Christ doth, there you have the very bowels of Gods mercy (indeed) made legible to all the world, in Luke, 1. 78. Through the tender mercy of our God, whereby the day-spring from on high hath visited us: but there's nothing that sets out the bowels of God's mercy so as the Gospel of jesus christ does, there you have the very bowels of God's mercy (indeed) made legible to all the world, in Lycia, 1. 78. Through the tender mercy of our God, whereby the dayspring from on high hath visited us: cc-acp pc-acp|vbz pix cst vvz av dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vdz, a-acp pn22 vhb dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1 (av) vvd j p-acp d dt n1, p-acp av, crd crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-crq dt n1 p-acp p-acp j vhz vvn pno12: (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 69
1218 The tender mercies of our God, the bowels of mercy, so the words are: The tender Mercies of our God, the bowels of mercy, so the words Are: dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1, dt n2 pp-f n1, av dt n2 vbr: (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 69
1219 here's the depth of the bowels of mercy held forth in the Gospel of Jesus Christ; here's the depth of the bowels of mercy held forth in the Gospel of jesus christ; av|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 69
1220 it's imposible that we could have understood the depth of those bowels of mercy but by the Gospel: it's impossible that we could have understood the depth of those bowels of mercy but by the Gospel: pn31|vbz j cst pns12 vmd vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1 cc-acp p-acp dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 69
1221 Adam in innocency knew little of the mercy of God, for he not being in misery, had no need of that mercy to help out of misery, Adam in innocency knew little of the mercy of God, for he not being in misery, had no need of that mercy to help out of misery, np1 p-acp n1 vvd j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 xx vbg p-acp n1, vhd dx n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 69
1222 but though he by his understanding must needs know that mercy was a good thing, and therefore in God the First. but though he by his understanding must needs know that mercy was a good thing, and Therefore in God the First. cc-acp cs pns31 p-acp po31 n1 vmb av vvi d n1 vbds dt j n1, cc av p-acp np1 dt ord. (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 69
1223 being of all, but yet he did not understand that mercy that the Gospel holds forth, being of all, but yet he did not understand that mercy that the Gospel holds forth, vbg pp-f d, cc-acp av pns31 vdd xx vvi d n1 cst dt n1 vvz av, (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 69
1224 yea the Angels in Heaven know it not but by the Gospel, and so they desire to pry into those deep mercies of God unto man kind; yea the Angels in Heaven know it not but by the Gospel, and so they desire to pry into those deep Mercies of God unto man kind; uh dt n2 p-acp n1 vvb pn31 xx cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cc av pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 j; (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 69
1225 Oh here are the mercies of God that shall be the subject of the praises of Angels and of the Saints to all eternity, held forth in the Gospel: O Here Are the Mercies of God that shall be the Subject of the praises of Angels and of the Saints to all eternity, held forth in the Gospel: uh av vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vmb vbi dt n-jn pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 cc pp-f dt n2 p-acp d n1, vvd av p-acp dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 69
1226 You think 'tis a great mercy when a child is sick, that God recovers it; You think it's a great mercy when a child is sick, that God recovers it; pn22 vvb pn31|vbz dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz j, cst np1 vvz pn31; (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1227 you think it is a great mercy when you are at Sea that God turns the wind, you think it is a great mercy when you Are At Sea that God turns the wind, pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt j n1 c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp n1 cst np1 vvz dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1228 when if it had stood but one half hour more that way it did, you had lost Vessel, lives and all; when if it had stood but one half hour more that Way it did, you had lost Vessel, lives and all; c-crq cs pn31 vhd vvn p-acp crd j-jn n1 av-dc cst n1 pn31 vdd, pn22 vhd vvn n1, n2 cc d; (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1229 when you have been in any danger abroad in forraign parts, that the Lord was a present help in time of trouble, when you have been in any danger abroad in foreign parts, that the Lord was a present help in time of trouble, c-crq pn22 vhb vbn p-acp d n1 av p-acp j n2, cst dt n1 vbds dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1230 when there hath been any affliction upon your family, that God hath sent deliverance to you, these are mercies that God is to be praised for; when there hath been any affliction upon your family, that God hath sent deliverance to you, these Are Mercies that God is to be praised for; c-crq a-acp vhz vbn d n1 p-acp po22 n1, cst np1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp pn22, d vbr n2 cst np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp; (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1231 Oh! but what are all these to the mercies of God in Jesus Christ, His righthand mercies; Oh! but what Are all these to the Mercies of God in jesus christ, His Right hand Mercies; uh cc-acp q-crq vbr d d p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1, po31 j n2; (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1232 and indeed this would be a good argument of a gracious heart, when any particular mercie is granted unto them, either family mercies, or personal mercies. and indeed this would be a good argument of a gracious heart, when any particular mercy is granted unto them, either family Mercies, or personal Mercies. cc av d vmd vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-crq d j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, d n1 n2, cc j n2. (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1233 Thus to meditate, Lord I am less, I am less than the least of all thy mercies, Thus to meditate, Lord I am less, I am less than the least of all thy Mercies, av pc-acp vvi, n1 pns11 vbm av-dc, pns11 vbm av-dc cs dt ds pp-f d po21 n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1234 yet here is seasonable comfortable mercies to me and mine &c. but O Lord what is all this to that infinite fountain of mercy in Christ, thy mercies in the Gospel, thy mercies in thy Son, there's depths, infinite depths of mercy indeed, this is but a drop, yet Here is seasonable comfortable Mercies to me and mine etc. but Oh Lord what is all this to that infinite fountain of mercy in christ, thy Mercies in the Gospel, thy Mercies in thy Son, there's depths, infinite depths of mercy indeed, this is but a drop, av av vbz j j n2 p-acp pno11 cc png11 av p-acp uh n1 q-crq vbz d d p-acp cst j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, po21 n2 p-acp dt n1, po21 n2 p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp|vbz n2, j n2 pp-f n1 av, d vbz p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1235 and indeed that's sweet, but the infinite Ocean of mercy it is in Jesus Christ, Christ is the mercy of God to mankind, in the bowels of which all other mercies are conceived and brought forth in the world: and indeed that's sweet, but the infinite Ocean of mercy it is in jesus christ, christ is the mercy of God to mankind, in the bowels of which all other Mercies Are conceived and brought forth in the world: cc av cst|vbz j, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 pn31 vbz p-acp np1 np1, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f r-crq d j-jn n2 vbr vvn cc vvd av p-acp dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1236 All my fresh springs both upper and neather springs are in him, who is All in All. Oh it were a good argument that the Gospel is revealed to you, All my fresh springs both upper and nether springs Are in him, who is All in All. O it were a good argument that the Gospel is revealed to you, d po11 j n2 av-d jc cc j n2 vbr p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz d p-acp d uh pn31 vbdr dt j n1 cst dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22, (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1237 if you admire at Jesus Christ as the great mercy of all mercies, though thankful for every mercy, if you admire At jesus christ as the great mercy of all Mercies, though thankful for every mercy, cs pn22 vvb p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2, cs j c-acp d n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1238 yet when you come to consider of the mercy of Christ, look upon that as mercy of wonder, stand amazed at the thought of that mercy; yet when you come to Consider of the mercy of christ, look upon that as mercy of wonder, stand amazed At the Thought of that mercy; av c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp d c-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1239 well it's the Gospel that holds forth the glory of the riches of the mercy of God, God is said in the word to be rich in mercy, He is not said so much to be rich in power as rich in mercy. well it's the Gospel that holds forth the glory of the riches of the mercy of God, God is said in the word to be rich in mercy, He is not said so much to be rich in power as rich in mercy. av pn31|vbz dt n1 cst vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, pns31 vbz xx vvn av av-d pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1 c-acp j p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1240 Now what Conversation is sutable to this? Now what Conversation is suitable to this? av q-crq n1 vbz j p-acp d? (10) sermon (DIV2) 157 Page 70
1241 What's that but as Christ himself saith, Be ye merciful as your heavenly father is merciful, Oh have you a merciful heart one towards another? look with a merciful eye upon those who are in great misery; What's that but as christ himself Says, Be you merciful as your heavenly father is merciful, O have you a merciful heart one towards Another? look with a merciful eye upon those who Are in great misery; q-crq|vbz cst p-acp a-acp np1 px31 vvz, vbb pn22 j p-acp po22 j n1 vbz j, uh vhb pn22 dt j n1 crd p-acp n-jn? vvb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d r-crq vbr p-acp j n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 158 Page 70
1242 this is it that becomes the Gospel of Jesus Christ; Oh a harsh, rugged, and cruel disposition it is infinitely unbeseeming the Gospel of Christ: this is it that becomes the Gospel of jesus christ; O a harsh, rugged, and cruel disposition it is infinitely unbeseeming the Gospel of christ: d vbz pn31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; uh dt j, j, cc j n1 pn31 vbz av-j vvg dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 158 Page 70
1243 To see a Christian, one that professes the Gospel, that makes more profession of the knowledge of God and of the free grace of God in Christ than others, To see a Christian, one that Professes the Gospel, that makes more profession of the knowledge of God and of the free grace of God in christ than Others, pc-acp vvi dt njp, pi cst vvz dt n1, cst vvz dc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 cs n2-jn, (10) sermon (DIV2) 158 Page 71
1244 and yet when it comes to it, that he hath to deal with such as are in misery, to have a hard heart, Oh a hard hearted Christian is a monster, I say a hard hearted Christian is a monster in the world, not to be ready to forgive others, and yet when it comes to it, that he hath to deal with such as Are in misery, to have a hard heart, O a hard hearted Christian is a monster, I say a hard hearted Christian is a monster in the world, not to be ready to forgive Others, cc av c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vhz pc-acp vvi p-acp d c-acp vbr p-acp n1, pc-acp vhi dt j n1, uh dt j j-vvn np1 vbz dt n1, pns11 vvb dt j j-vvn np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, xx pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi n2-jn, (10) sermon (DIV2) 158 Page 71
1245 and to do any thing for others that are in misery is devilish; and to do any thing for Others that Are in misery is devilish; cc pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp n2-jn cst vbr p-acp n1 vbz j; (10) sermon (DIV2) 158 Page 71
1246 but to rejoyce that they may have any object to shew pity and compassion unto, Oh this is that which becomes the Gospel of Christ; but to rejoice that they may have any Object to show pity and compassion unto, O this is that which becomes the Gospel of christ; cc-acp pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vmb vhi d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp, uh d vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 158 Page 71
1247 though they be strangers to you that are in misery, yet be merciful to them; for you were strangers to God. though they be Strangers to you that Are in misery, yet be merciful to them; for you were Strangers to God. cs pns32 vbb n2 p-acp pn22 cst vbr p-acp n1, av vbb j p-acp pno32; c-acp pn22 vbdr n2 p-acp np1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 158 Page 71
1248 Yea, Be merciful to your enemies, not only be willing to be at peace, but be merciful: Yea, Be merciful to your enemies, not only be willing to be At peace, but be merciful: uh, vbb j p-acp po22 n2, xx av-j vbi j pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, cc-acp vbi j: (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 71
1249 Do you see any that have wronged you to be in misery, do not let them perish but let bowels of compassion even work towards them; Do you see any that have wronged you to be in misery, do not let them perish but let bowels of compassion even work towards them; vdb pn22 vvi d cst vhb vvn pn22 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, vdb xx vvi pno32 vvi p-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1 av vvi p-acp pno32; (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 71
1250 Oh that our hearts did yern towards all: Christ when He came neer unto Jerusalem, He wept over it: O that our hearts did yern towards all: christ when He Come near unto Jerusalem, He wept over it: uh cst po12 n2 vdd vvi p-acp d: np1 c-crq pns31 vvd av-j p-acp np1, pns31 vvd p-acp pn31: (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 71
1251 Oh that the like spirit were in us as was in Jesus Christ: O that the like Spirit were in us as was in jesus christ: uh cst dt j n1 vbdr p-acp pno12 c-acp vbds p-acp np1 np1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 71
1252 There's no such argument for mercy to others, as the consideration of the mercies of God in Jesus Christ: There's no such argument for mercy to Others, as the consideration of the Mercies of God in jesus christ: pc-acp|vbz dx d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 71
1253 Oh bowels of mercy beseems the Gospel of Christ; and it should be manifested really: O bowels of mercy beseems the Gospel of christ; and it should be manifested really: uh n2 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1; cc pn31 vmd vbi vvn av-j: (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 71
1254 Let not people that are in misery have verbal mercies from you, that is, you seem to pity them in words, Oh but let there be real mercies to them, open your hearts and let something drop from you for releef of them that are in misery: Let not people that Are in misery have verbal Mercies from you, that is, you seem to pity them in words, O but let there be real Mercies to them, open your hearts and let something drop from you for relief of them that Are in misery: vvb xx n1 cst vbr p-acp n1 vhb j n2 p-acp pn22, cst vbz, pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n2, uh cc-acp vvb pc-acp vbi j n2 p-acp pno32, vvb po22 n2 cc vvb pi n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f pno32 cst vbr p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 71
1255 it is a notable Scripture in Ephes. 4. 31, 32. and sutable to that in Col. 3. 13. in the 4. of the Ephes. there the Apostle (speaking of the mercies of Christ) saith he, Let all bitterness, and wrath, it is a notable Scripture in Ephesians 4. 31, 32. and suitable to that in Col. 3. 13. in the 4. of the Ephesians there the Apostle (speaking of the Mercies of christ) Says he, Let all bitterness, and wrath, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1 crd crd, crd cc j p-acp d p-acp np1 crd crd p-acp dt crd pp-f dt np1 a-acp dt n1 (vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1) vvz pns31, vvb d n1, cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 71
1256 and anger, and clamor, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice; and anger, and clamor, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice; cc n1, cc vvi, cc n-jn vvg vbi vvn av p-acp pn22, p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 71
1257 and be ye kind one to another, tender hearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christs sake hath forgiven you. Be tender hearted: and be you kind one to Another, tender hearted, forgiving one Another, even as God for Christ sake hath forgiven you. Be tender hearted: cc vbb pn22 j pi p-acp n-jn, j j-vvn, j-vvg pi j-jn, av c-acp np1 p-acp npg1 n1 vhz vvn pn22. vbb j j-vvn: (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 71
1258 Oh God manifests the tenderness of His heart in the Gospel; O God manifests the tenderness of His heart in the Gospel; uh np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 71
1259 and this is beseeming the Gospel, to set forth this as a pattern, the tenderness of Gods heart to poor sinners in the depth of misery; and this is beseeming the Gospel, to Set forth this as a pattern, the tenderness of God's heart to poor Sinners in the depth of misery; cc d vbz vvg dt n1, pc-acp vvi av d c-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 71
1260 do you see any to be in misery, and do not you find your heart begin to break towards them? if you do not find your heart breaking, Oh set before you the infinite tenderness of Gods mercies in Jesus Christ, do you see any to be in misery, and do not you find your heart begin to break towards them? if you do not find your heart breaking, O Set before you the infinite tenderness of God's Mercies in jesus christ, vdb pn22 vvi d pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, cc vdb xx pn22 vvi po22 n1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32? cs pn22 vdb xx vvi po22 n1 vvg, uh vvb p-acp pn22 dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp np1 np1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 71
1261 and 'tis that will break your hearts if any thing in the world will: and it's that will break your hearts if any thing in the world will: cc pn31|vbz d n1 vvi po22 n2 cs d n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb: (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 71
1262 And so in Col. 3. 13. a place somewhat paralel to this, Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another; And so in Col. 3. 13. a place somewhat parallel to this, Forbearing one Another, and forgiving one Another; cc av p-acp np1 crd crd dt n1 av vvi p-acp d, vvg pi j-jn, cc j-vvg pi j-jn; (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1263 if any man have a quarrel against any, even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye: if any man have a quarrel against any, even as christ forgave you, so also do you: cs d n1 vhb dt n1 p-acp d, av c-acp np1 vvd pn22, av av vdb pn22: (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1264 and above all these things, put on charity. and above all these things, put on charity. cc p-acp d d n2, vvn p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1265 You see the Apostle accounts this the great argument of all, and therefore know that the Lord takes it very much to heart when the bowels of Professors are turned into gravel. You see the Apostle accounts this the great argument of all, and Therefore know that the Lord Takes it very much to heart when the bowels of Professors Are turned into gravel. pn22 vvb dt n1 vvz d dt j n1 pp-f d, cc av vvb d dt n1 vvz pn31 av av-d p-acp n1 c-crq dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1266 Search into that remarkable Parable, Matthew, 18 from vers. 28. to vers. 35. where Jesus Christ Preacheth down all cruel and unchristian like dispositions in those that are fellow servants, belonging to one and the same Master, and living under one roof; Search into that remarkable Parable, Matthew, 18 from vers. 28. to vers. 35. where jesus christ Preacheth down all cruel and unchristian like dispositions in those that Are fellow Servants, belonging to one and the same Master, and living under one roof; n1 p-acp d j n1, np1, crd p-acp fw-la. crd p-acp fw-la. crd c-crq uh-np np1 vvz a-acp d j cc j j n2 p-acp d cst vbr n1 n2, vvg p-acp crd cc dt d n1, cc vvg p-acp crd n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1267 yea, the Zeal of Christ did break forth like thunder and lightning against such a servant as takes his fellow by the throat, yea, the Zeal of christ did break forth like thunder and lightning against such a servant as Takes his fellow by the throat, uh, dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd vvi av av-j vvi cc n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1268 therefore (saith the text) ver. 31. His Lord was wrath, and delivered him to the tormentors til he should pay al that was due to him. Therefore (Says the text) ver. 31. His Lord was wrath, and Delivered him to the tormentors till he should pay all that was due to him. av (vvz dt n1) fw-la. crd po31 n1 vbds n1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n2 c-acp pns31 vmd vvi d cst vbds j-jn p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1269 The Lord Christ delivered that cruel servant, that hard hearted wretch to the tormentors that did a thing so unbeseeming the mercy he himself had received from Christ, Oh saith Christ art thou cruel and unmerciful when thou hast received so much favour from me, The Lord christ Delivered that cruel servant, that hard hearted wretch to the tormentors that did a thing so unbeseeming the mercy he himself had received from christ, O Says christ art thou cruel and unmerciful when thou hast received so much favour from me, dt n1 np1 vvd cst j n1, cst av-j j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n2 cst vdd dt n1 av j dt n1 pns31 px31 vhd vvn p-acp np1, uh vvz np1 vb2r pns21 j cc j c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn av d n1 p-acp pno11, (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1270 as a full discharge of thy many great debts? get thee to the tormentors, let the most cruel executioners of my sierce wrath torment thee without any mercy and compassion. as a full discharge of thy many great debts? get thee to the tormentors, let the most cruel executioners of my fierce wrath torment thee without any mercy and compassion. c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po21 d j n2? vvb pno21 p-acp dt n2, vvb dt av-ds j n2 pp-f po11 j n1 vvi pno21 p-acp d n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1271 Oh those that have hard hearts walk unsutable to the Gospel of Jesus Christ which is full of the riches of Gods grace to all. O those that have hard hearts walk unsuitable to the Gospel of jesus christ which is full of the riches of God's grace to all. uh d cst vhb j n2 vvb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 r-crq vbz j pp-f dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d. (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1272 Oh you that have received any pardoning mercies from Jesus Christ, take heed of cruelty to your servants, to your children; O you that have received any pardoning Mercies from jesus christ, take heed of cruelty to your Servants, to your children; uh pn22 cst vhb vvn d vvg n2 p-acp np1 np1, vvb n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n2, p-acp po22 n2; (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1273 It's very sad to see how some Professors cast the Gospel of Christ behind their backs, It's very sad to see how Some Professors cast the Gospel of christ behind their backs, pn31|vbz av j pc-acp vvi c-crq d n2 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1274 if their passions are but moved; if their passion Are but moved; cs po32 n2 vbr p-acp vvn; (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1275 what will ye bite and devour one another when ye receive the least offront either by tongue or hand? Oh where is you bearing and forbearing with one another? for shame do not fly in the faces of any (as a Bear bereaved of her whelps) when ye are buffetted by men, Oh remember Jesus Christ, Oh remember you that stand in so much need of mercy every day from God, what will you bite and devour one Another when you receive the least offront either by tongue or hand? O where is you bearing and forbearing with one Another? for shame do not fly in the faces of any (as a Bear bereft of her whelps) when you Are buffeted by men, O Remember jesus christ, O Remember you that stand in so much need of mercy every day from God, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi cc vvi pi j-jn c-crq pn22 vvb dt ds n1 d p-acp n1 cc n1? uh q-crq vbz pn22 n1 cc vvg p-acp crd j-jn? p-acp n1 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d (c-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f po31 n2) c-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp n2, uh vvb np1 np1, uh vvb pn22 cst vvb p-acp av d n1 pp-f n1 d n1 p-acp np1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1276 for you to be cruel towards other, Oh here's a Conversation infinitly unbeseeming the Gospel of Christ, for you to be cruel towards other, O here's a Conversation infinitely unbeseeming the Gospel of christ, c-acp pn22 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n-jn, uh av|vbz dt n1 av-j vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1277 and it is unbeseeming the grace that is offered, to have a sullen, a despairing, and it is unbeseeming the grace that is offered, to have a sullen, a despairing, cc pn31 vbz j dt n1 cst vbz vvn, pc-acp vhi dt j, dt j-vvg, (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1278 and an unbeleeving disposition, when as we see those that are Disciples, and yet every little thing causeth them to despair, and an unbelieving disposition, when as we see those that Are Disciples, and yet every little thing Causes them to despair, cc dt vvg n1, c-crq c-acp pns12 vvb d cst vbr n2, cc av d j n1 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 72
1279 and to be sullen, and their hearts to snk within them, Oh friends is this an Evangelical frame of spirit! and to be sullen, and their hearts to snk within them, O Friends is this an Evangelical frame of Spirit! cc pc-acp vbi j, cc po32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, uh n2 vbz d dt np1 n1 pp-f n1! (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 73
1280 let me speak plainly to you, when you come to hear the glorious, riches of the grace of the Gospel set before you in the Word, ye seem to be somewhat taken with it, let me speak plainly to you, when you come to hear the glorious, riches of the grace of the Gospel Set before you in the Word, you seem to be somewhat taken with it, vvb pno11 vvi av-j p-acp pn22, c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi dt j, n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp pn31, (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 73
1281 but when you go home to your family, are ye not ready under the least cross then to bury a thousand mercies? Oh what a dishonor is this to the Gospel of Jesus Christ that reveals so much mercy of God in it, that it doth call for Christians that do profess it, to go through troubles, but when you go home to your family, Are you not ready under the least cross then to bury a thousand Mercies? O what a dishonour is this to the Gospel of jesus christ that reveals so much mercy of God in it, that it does call for Christians that do profess it, to go through Troubles, cc-acp c-crq pn22 vvb av-an p-acp po22 n1, vbr pn22 xx j p-acp dt ds n1 av pc-acp vvi dt crd n2? uh r-crq dt n1 vbz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 cst vvz av d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31, cst pn31 vdz vvi p-acp np1 cst vdb vvi pn31, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 73
1282 and through discouragements with cheerful hearts? and although there be many things that might daunt the spirits of others that do not understand what the mercies of God in Christ are, and through discouragements with cheerful hearts? and although there be many things that might daunt the spirits of Others that do not understand what the Mercies of God in christ Are, cc p-acp n2 p-acp j n2? cc cs pc-acp vbb d n2 cst vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f n2-jn cst vdb xx vvi r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 vbr, (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 73
1283 yet those that profess the Gospel should shew undaunted spirits, for why? It is infinite, free, rich, glorious grace that is made known to them by the word of Christs lips. yet those that profess the Gospel should show undaunted spirits, for why? It is infinite, free, rich, glorious grace that is made known to them by the word of Christ lips. av d cst vvb dt n1 vmd vvi j n2, c-acp q-crq? pn31 vbz j, j, j, j n1 cst vbz vvn vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2. (10) sermon (DIV2) 159 Page 73
1284 Obj. You will say, I, if I knew that this mercy were mine ▪ Object You will say, I, if I knew that this mercy were mine ▪ np1 pn22 vmb vvi, pns11, cs pns11 vvd cst d n1 vbdr png11 ▪ (10) sermon (DIV2) 160 Page 73
1285 Ans. I but dost thou hear in the Gospel that it is free, and there is no soul hath any right to this mercy, Ans. I but dost thou hear in the Gospel that it is free, and there is no soul hath any right to this mercy, np1 pns11 cc-acp vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt n1 cst pn31 vbz j, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 vhz d n-jn p-acp d n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 73
1286 but by casting its self upon this mercy, and therefore it is as free for thee to cast thy self upon it as another; but by casting its self upon this mercy, and Therefore it is as free for thee to cast thy self upon it as Another; cc-acp p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp d n1, cc av pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp pn31 c-acp j-jn; (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 73
1287 indeed the mercy that is revealed by the light of Nature, Is such mercy of God that is more conditional, that is, indeed the mercy that is revealed by the Light of Nature, Is such mercy of God that is more conditional, that is, av dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz d n1 pp-f np1 cst vbz av-dc j, cst vbz, (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 73
1288 if I do such and such things then God will be merciful unto me, the light of Nature goes no further than this; if I do such and such things then God will be merciful unto me, the Light of Nature Goes no further than this; cs pns11 vdb d cc d n2 av np1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno11, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz dx jc cs d; (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 73
1289 if I obey and leave my sin then I may hope that God will be merciful to me: if I obey and leave my since then I may hope that God will be merciful to me: cs pns11 vvb cc vvi po11 n1 av pns11 vmb vvi cst np1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno11: (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 73
1290 It's true, the Scripture tells us, if I do not leave my sin, God will not have mercy; It's true, the Scripture tells us, if I do not leave my since, God will not have mercy; pn31|vbz j, dt n1 vvz pno12, cs pns11 vdb xx vvi po11 n1, np1 vmb xx vhi n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 73
1291 I but the Gospel holds forth mercy thus, There is mercy in God, first to pardon thy sin, I but the Gospel holds forth mercy thus, There is mercy in God, First to pardon thy since, pns11 p-acp dt n1 vvz av n1 av, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp np1, ord pc-acp vvi po21 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 73
1292 and then to take away thy sin; now the Gospel reveals Gods mercy in justifying the ungodly; and then to take away thy since; now the Gospel reveals God's mercy in justifying the ungodly; cc av pc-acp vvi av po21 n1; av dt n1 vvz npg1 n1 p-acp vvg dt j; (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 73
1293 though I am poor and blind, and miserable, and naked, and have not power to leave my sin, though I am poor and blind, and miserable, and naked, and have not power to leave my since, cs pns11 vbm j cc j, cc j, cc j, cc vhb xx n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 73
1294 yet I have free leave to cast my soul upon Gods mercy, both for pardon and for power together against my sin, yet I have free leave to cast my soul upon God's mercy, both for pardon and for power together against my since, av pns11 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp npg1 n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 av p-acp po11 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 73
1295 for so it must be, indeed I have no power, I may not stay till I have power against my sin, for so it must be, indeed I have no power, I may not stay till I have power against my since, c-acp av pn31 vmb vbi, av pns11 vhb dx n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi c-acp pns11 vhb n1 p-acp po11 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 73
1296 and then I will venture all that I have upon Jesus Christ, this is the mercy of the Gospel; and then I will venture all that I have upon jesus christ, this is the mercy of the Gospel; cc av pns11 vmb vvi d cst pns11 vhb p-acp np1 np1, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 73
1297 I speak of this despairing and sullenness of heart, as it's manifested in the Conversations of men and women, by which they do dishonor the Gospel of Christ, I speak of this despairing and sullenness of heart, as it's manifested in the Conversations of men and women, by which they do dishonour the Gospel of christ, pns11 vvb pp-f d j-vvg cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 73
1298 when they live in their families and their hearts sink in such a sullen way as if there were nothing in the Gospel of Christ for encouraging of poor troubled souls, no more than men might understand by the light of Nature; when they live in their families and their hearts sink in such a sullen Way as if there were nothing in the Gospel of christ for encouraging of poor troubled Souls, no more than men might understand by the Light of Nature; c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2 cc po32 n2 vvi p-acp d dt j n1 c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg pp-f j j-vvn n2, av-dx dc cs n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 74
1299 Indeed if I did live better, and honor God, I might have encouragement that God would shew me mercy; Indeed if I did live better, and honour God, I might have encouragement that God would show me mercy; av cs pns11 vdd vvi jc, cc n1 np1, pns11 vmd vhi n1 cst np1 vmd vvi pno11 n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 74
1300 but the mercy of the Gospel it is such, that there is mercy to pardon and to heal my soul too, but the mercy of the Gospel it is such, that there is mercy to pardon and to heal my soul too, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 vbz d, cst pc-acp vbz n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi po11 n1 av, (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 74
1301 and therefore though I be sinful, I must not stay from believing in Gods mercy till I be heal'd, and Therefore though I be sinful, I must not stay from believing in God's mercy till I be healed, cc av cs pns11 vbb j, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp vvg p-acp ng1 n1 c-acp pns11 vbb vvn, (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 74
1302 but I must believe in Gods mercy that I may be heal'd. That's the third particular that the Gospel holds forth unto us. but I must believe in God's mercy that I may be healed. That's the third particular that the Gospel holds forth unto us. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp ng1 n1 cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn. d|vbz dt ord j cst dt n1 vvz av p-acp pno12. (10) sermon (DIV2) 161 Page 74
1303 Now the Fourth thing that the Gospel reveals, is this, That though God be infinitly merciful, Now the Fourth thing that the Gospel reveals, is this, That though God be infinitely merciful, av dt ord n1 cst dt n1 vvz, vbz d, cst cs np1 vbb av-j j, (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1304 yet He is merciful in such a way that justice shall not be wronged: and this is proper to the Gospel too. yet He is merciful in such a Way that Justice shall not be wronged: and this is proper to the Gospel too. av pns31 vbz j p-acp d dt n1 cst n1 vmb xx vbi vvn: cc d vbz j p-acp dt n1 av. (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1305 It's impossible for Men or Angels to come to understand this Mystery but by this Gospel-light, It's impossible for Men or Angels to come to understand this Mystery but by this Gospel light, pn31|vbz j p-acp n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 cc-acp p-acp d n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1306 how God should be infinitly merciful, and yet that He should be infinitly just too; how God should be infinitely merciful, and yet that He should be infinitely just too; c-crq np1 vmd vbi av-j j, cc av cst pns31 vmd vbi av-j j av; (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1307 this is held forth in Rom. 3. 25, 26. Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation, through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness, this is held forth in Rom. 3. 25, 26. Whom God hath Set forth to be a propitiation, through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness, d vbz vvn av p-acp np1 crd crd, crd ro-crq np1 vhz vvn av pc-acp vbi dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1308 for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God: To declare, I say, at this time his righteousness: for the remission of Sins that Are past, through the forbearance of God: To declare, I say, At this time his righteousness: p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cst vbr j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvb, p-acp d n1 po31 n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1309 that he might be just, and the justifier of him which beleeveth in Jesus. Now this is a great mystery of the Gospel; that he might be just, and the justifier of him which Believeth in jesus. Now this is a great mystery of the Gospel; cst pns31 vmd vbi j, cc dt n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq vvz p-acp np1. av d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1310 a Scripture that Luther fasted and prayed that he might understand, and he was a great while before he could know the mind of God therein. a Scripture that Luther fasted and prayed that he might understand, and he was a great while before he could know the mind of God therein. dt n1 cst np1 vvd cc vvd cst pns31 vmd vvi, cc pns31 vbds dt j n1 c-acp pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av. (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1311 Now the Gospel saith this, I will manifest infinit riches of my mercy, but yet so as my infinite justice shall be no loser, Now the Gospel Says this, I will manifest infinite riches of my mercy, but yet so as my infinite Justice shall be no loser, av dt n1 vvz d, pns11 vmb vvi j n2 pp-f po11 n1, cc-acp av av c-acp po11 j n1 vmb vbi dx n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1312 and therefore though I le save Man-kind, yet I'le save them by such a way, and Therefore though I le save Mankind, yet I'll save them by such a Way, cc av cs pns11 zz p-acp n1, av pns11|vmb vvi pno32 p-acp d dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1313 as I'le have as much glory of my justice as if all the men in the world had bin damned to all eternity: as I'll have as much glory of my Justice as if all the men in the world had been damned to all eternity: c-acp pns11|vmb vhi p-acp d n1 pp-f po11 n1 c-acp cs d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp d n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1314 this is the mysterie of the Gospel, and 'tis cleer, that though God manifest infinit mercy, this is the mystery of the Gospel, and it's clear, that though God manifest infinite mercy, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pn31|vbz j, cst cs np1 j j n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1315 yet God hath a way for the manifestation of his mercy in the Gospel, by which the justice of God is as much honored and satisfied as if all the men in the world had been cast into everlasting burnings, that is, through his Sons dying for mans sin, being made a curse for us; yet God hath a Way for the manifestation of his mercy in the Gospel, by which the Justice of God is as much honoured and satisfied as if all the men in the world had been cast into everlasting burnings, that is, through his Sons dying for men since, being made a curse for us; av np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp av-d vvn cc vvn c-acp cs d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp j n2, cst vbz, p-acp po31 n2 vvg p-acp ng1 n1, vbg vvn dt n1 p-acp pno12; (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1316 this is the great point of the Gospel, which unlesse we understand, we know nothing of Christ and his Gospel as we ought to know it. this is the great point of the Gospel, which unless we understand, we know nothing of christ and his Gospel as we ought to know it. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq cs pns12 vvb, pns12 vvb pix pp-f np1 cc po31 n1 c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pn31. (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1317 Most men and women in the world they seek to God for mercy, Lord be merciful to me, a sinner, Most men and women in the world they seek to God for mercy, Lord be merciful to me, a sinner, ds n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n1, n1 vbb j p-acp pno11, dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 74
1318 but they think not of a way of Gods shewing mercy, so as yet he may have the glory of infinite justice, God seals the forgivenes of sin in the Court of Justice as well as in the Court of Mercy; but they think not of a Way of God's showing mercy, so as yet he may have the glory of infinite Justice, God Seals the forgiveness of since in the Court of justice as well as in the Court of Mercy; cc-acp pns32 vvb xx pp-f dt n1 pp-f ng1 vvg n1, av c-acp av pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f j n1, np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 75
1319 few think of this, and that's the reason why people are ready many times to despair, few think of this, and that's the reason why people Are ready many times to despair, d vvb pp-f d, cc d|vbz dt n1 c-crq n1 vbr j d n2 pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 75
1320 because a great while they having but slight thoughts of God, they hope Christ will be merciful to them, Because a great while they having but slight thoughts of God, they hope christ will be merciful to them, c-acp dt j cs pns32 vhg p-acp j n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vvb np1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno32, (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 75
1321 yet in time of temptation, when the Devil comes and doth set before them the dreadfulness of Gods justice, that God is a most just God as well as merciful, this makes their hearts to sink like a stone within their breasts. yet in time of temptation, when the devil comes and does Set before them the dreadfulness of God's Justice, that God is a most just God as well as merciful, this makes their hearts to sink like a stone within their breasts. av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz cc vdz vvi p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cst np1 vbz dt av-ds j np1 c-acp av c-acp j, d vvz po32 n2 pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 p-acp po32 n2. (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 75
1322 But now the soul that sees the way of God in the Gospel, sees that God is infinitly set upon mercy, But now the soul that sees the Way of God in the Gospel, sees that God is infinitely Set upon mercy, p-acp av dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vvz cst np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 75
1323 and likewise sees a way how Gods infinit justice may be satisfied and seeing both these, this is a mighty help to faith; and likewise sees a Way how God's infinite Justice may be satisfied and seeing both these, this is a mighty help to faith; cc av vvz dt n1 q-crq n2 j n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvg d d, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 75
1324 now let there come never so many temptations, when the soul is catching hold upon Gods mercy; now let there come never so many temptations, when the soul is catching hold upon God's mercy; av vvb pc-acp vvi av av d n2, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvg n1 p-acp npg1 n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 75
1325 I but saith temptation, God is a just God as well as merciful, and dost not thou presume? No saith the soul, the way of mercy that my soul rests upon, I see there is in it a way of satisfaction to infinite justice, I but Says temptation, God is a just God as well as merciful, and dost not thou presume? No Says the soul, the Way of mercy that my soul rests upon, I see there is in it a Way of satisfaction to infinite Justice, pns11 p-acp vvz n1, np1 vbz dt j np1 c-acp av c-acp j, cc vd2 xx pns21 vvi? uh-dx vvz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cst po11 n1 vvz p-acp, pns11 vvb a-acp vbz p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 75
1326 as well as a way for the manifestation of mercy, and therefore though God be a righteous God, as well as a Way for the manifestation of mercy, and Therefore though God be a righteous God, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av cs np1 vbb dt j np1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 75
1327 and a just God, yet here I see a way for my soul to be sav'd, and a just God, yet Here I see a Way for my soul to be saved, cc dt j np1, av av pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp po11 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 75
1328 yet for Divine Justice to have no wrong neither, and therefore I can beleeve and venture my soul upon this: yet for Divine justice to have no wrong neither, and Therefore I can believe and venture my soul upon this: av c-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vhi dx n-jn av-dx, cc av pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi po11 n1 p-acp d: (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 75
1329 It's impossible for a sinner to venture his soul upon any way of mercy, if it comes to understand with what a God it hath to deal, It's impossible for a sinner to venture his soul upon any Way of mercy, if it comes to understand with what a God it hath to deal, pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq dt n1 pn31 vhz p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 75
1330 except it comes to know God in Jesus Christ, in that way wherein infinit justice is satisfied to the utmost farthing which is declared in the Gospel. except it comes to know God in jesus christ, in that Way wherein infinite Justice is satisfied to the utmost farthing which is declared in the Gospel. c-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp np1 np1, p-acp d n1 c-crq j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 75
1331 Now what Conversation is sutable to this? Now what Conversation is suitable to this? av q-crq n1 vbz j p-acp d? (10) sermon (DIV2) 162 Page 75
1332 Hence let there be that Conversation in you, that may manifest that you do not turn the grace of God into wantonness, Oh a wanton Conversation is infinitly unbeseeming the Gospel, Oh there is infinite mercy and free grace treasured up here, Hence let there be that Conversation in you, that may manifest that you do not turn the grace of God into wantonness, O a wanton Conversation is infinitely unbeseeming the Gospel, O there is infinite mercy and free grace treasured up Here, av vvb pc-acp vbi d n1 p-acp pn22, cst vmb vvi cst pn22 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, uh dt j-jn n1 vbz av-j vvg dt n1, uh a-acp vbz j n1 cc j n1 vvn a-acp av, (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 75
1333 and what wilt thou be wanton and vain and loose therefore? there is infinite grace, and what wilt thou be wanton and vain and lose Therefore? there is infinite grace, cc q-crq vm2 pns21 vbi j-jn cc j cc j av? pc-acp vbz j n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 75
1334 but what way doth God take to manifest infinite grace? Is it not in a way wherein the dreadfullest Justice of God appears too? Is not the grace of God let out to you through the blood of his Son? wherein the most dreadful fruit of Gods justice is manifested that ever was since the beginning of the world, but what Way does God take to manifest infinite grace? Is it not in a Way wherein the Dreadfullest justice of God appears too? Is not the grace of God let out to you through the blood of his Son? wherein the most dreadful fruit of God's Justice is manifested that ever was since the beginning of the world, cc-acp q-crq n1 vdz np1 vvi pc-acp vvi j n1? vbz pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt js n1 pp-f np1 vvz av? vbz xx dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb av p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? c-crq dt av-ds j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz vvn cst av vbds p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 75
1335 or ever shall be manifested to the end of the world; or ever shall be manifested to the end of the world; cc av vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1336 if so be thou shouldest see all the damned in Hell, the chambers of death unlocked under the wrath of God there flaming out in fire and brimstone; if so be thou Shouldst see all the damned in Hell, the chambers of death unlocked under the wrath of God there flaming out in fire and brimstone; cs av vbb pns21 vmd2 vvi d dt j-vvn p-acp n1, dt n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp vvg av p-acp n1 cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1337 it would not be such a dreadful sight as to see Jesus Christ made an offering for sin, it would not be such a dreadful sighed as to see jesus christ made an offering for since, pn31 vmd xx vbi d dt j n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi np1 np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1338 and lying under the vials of the wrath of his Father, falling down upon the ground, grovelling and sweating out great drops of water and blood, and lying under the vials of the wrath of his Father, falling down upon the ground, groveling and sweating out great drops of water and blood, cc vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, vvg cc vvg av j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1339 and crying out upon the Cross, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? This is the way of the purchase of thy mercy, and crying out upon the Cross, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? This is the Way of the purchase of thy mercy, cc vvg av p-acp dt n1, po11 np1, po11 np1, q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11? d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1340 therefore there is infinit justice together with infinite mercy, Oh be not wanton then, do not turn the grace of God into wantonness, Therefore there is infinite Justice together with infinite mercy, O be not wanton then, do not turn the grace of God into wantonness, av pc-acp vbz j n1 av p-acp j n1, uh vbb xx j-jn av, vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1341 but rejoyce in Gods mercy, yet rejoyce with trembling and with fear and reverence of the Name of God: but rejoice in God's mercy, yet rejoice with trembling and with Fear and Reverence of the Name of God: cc-acp vvb p-acp ng1 n1, av vvb p-acp vvg cc p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1342 When thou speakest of the free grace of God, and when thou comest to beleeve in the free grace of God in the Gospel, thou maiest come cheerfully and boldly, I but come with reverence and holy humble fear, I do not mean despairing fear, When thou Speakest of the free grace of God, and when thou Comest to believe in the free grace of God in the Gospel, thou Mayest come cheerfully and boldly, I but come with Reverence and holy humble Fear, I do not mean despairing Fear, c-crq pns21 vv2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc c-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, pns21 vm2 vvi av-j cc av-j, pns11 cc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc j j n1, pns11 vdb xx vvb j-vvg n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1343 nor servile slavish fear, but with awful reverence of the glory of God that doth appear in the Lord Jesus Christ; nor servile slavish Fear, but with awful Reverence of the glory of God that does appear in the Lord jesus christ; ccx j j n1, cc-acp p-acp j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1344 I need not send you to the Law to cause fear in your hearts, there is enough in the Gospel to cause your souls to tremble before God, I need not send you to the Law to cause Fear in your hearts, there is enough in the Gospel to cause your Souls to tremble before God, pns11 vvb xx vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po22 n2, pc-acp vbz av-d p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1345 as well as to beleeve in God, Even our God is a consuming fire: as well as to believe in God, Even our God is a consuming fire: c-acp av c-acp p-acp vvb p-acp np1, av-j po12 np1 vbz dt j-vvg n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1346 Oh what was he to Jesus Christ? I need go no further to lift up God to make him an object of my fear, O what was he to jesus christ? I need go no further to lift up God to make him an Object of my Fear, uh q-crq vbds pns31 p-acp np1 np1? pns11 vvb vvb av-dx av-jc pc-acp vvi a-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1347 but to look upon him in his dealings with his Son; but to look upon him in his dealings with his Son; cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n2-vvg p-acp po31 n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1348 and therefore those Christians that walk loosly, and altogether upon slight thoughts of mercy without any fear to ballast their hearts, Oh certainly their Conversations are not Gospel Conversations, and Therefore those Christians that walk loosely, and altogether upon slight thoughts of mercy without any Fear to ballast their hearts, O Certainly their Conversations Are not Gospel Conversations, cc av d np1 cst vvi av-j, cc av p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 po32 n2, uh av-j po32 n2 vbr xx n1 n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1349 for if thou didst understand the way of Gods mercy in the Gospel, thou wouldest see that that should fill thy heart with fear and reverence all the daies of thy life. for if thou didst understand the Way of God's mercy in the Gospel, thou Wouldst see that that should fill thy heart with Fear and Reverence all the days of thy life. c-acp cs pns21 vdd2 vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns21 vmd2 vvi d cst vmd vvi po21 n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi d dt n2 pp-f po21 n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1350 And as to take heed of wantonness, so to reverence Gods Justice, even the dreadfulness of it so as the Gospel holds forth; And as to take heed of wantonness, so to Reverence God's justice, even the dreadfulness of it so as the Gospel holds forth; cc c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1, av pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, av dt n1 pp-f pn31 av p-acp dt n1 vvz av; (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1351 to think that God would only have you to have your thoughts about his mercy, to think that God would only have you to have your thoughts about his mercy, pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmd av-j vhi pn22 pc-acp vhi po22 n2 p-acp po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1352 and not to have your hearts to give glory to his justice, it is certainly a vain conceit, and not to have your hearts to give glory to his Justice, it is Certainly a vain conceit, cc xx pc-acp vhi po22 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vbz av-j dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1353 and I fear it will cause the Gospel to vanish into little in the hearts of men; and I Fear it will cause the Gospel to vanish into little in the hearts of men; cc pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1354 when men apprehend the Gospel so, as not to apprehend the dreadfulness of his justice; as if so be that God would not have the glory of his justice. Christ hath satisfied that: when men apprehend the Gospel so, as not to apprehend the dreadfulness of his Justice; as if so be that God would not have the glory of his Justice. christ hath satisfied that: c-crq n2 vvb dt n1 av, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; c-acp cs av vbb d np1 vmd xx vhi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. np1 vhz vvn d: (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 76
1355 Hath Christ satisfied that? consider what thou saiest when thou saiest so, do but consider how much of the glory of Gods justice doth appear in what Christ hath done and suffered; Hath christ satisfied that? Consider what thou Sayest when thou Sayest so, do but Consider how much of the glory of God's Justice does appear in what christ hath done and suffered; vhz np1 vvn d? vvb r-crq pns21 vv2 c-crq pns21 vv2 av, vdb p-acp vvi c-crq d pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vdz vvi p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vdn cc vvn; (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 77
1356 I desire to hold forth no further the glory of justice than by holding forth Jesus Christ to thee, Doest not thou think that God would have thee to sanctifie in thy heart and life all the Attributes of God that doth appear in Jesus Christ? Now the glory of justice doth appear as much in Christ as the glory of mercy doth; I desire to hold forth no further the glory of Justice than by holding forth jesus christ to thee, Dost not thou think that God would have thee to sanctify in thy heart and life all the Attributes of God that does appear in jesus christ? Now the glory of Justice does appear as much in christ as the glory of mercy does; pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi av av-dx av-jc dt n1 pp-f n1 cs p-acp vvg av np1 np1 p-acp pno21, vd2 xx pns21 vvi cst np1 vmd vhi pno21 p-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1 cc n1 d dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vdz vvi p-acp np1 np1? av dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi p-acp d p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz; (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 77
1357 then thou that doest profess the Gospel, thou must sanctifie this Attribute of God as well as the other, thou sanctifiest them both in honoring Gods justice; then thou that dost profess the Gospel, thou must sanctify this Attribute of God as well as the other, thou Sanctifiest them both in honouring God's Justice; cs pns21 cst vd2 vvi dt n1, pns21 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f np1 c-acp av c-acp dt n-jn, pns21 vv2 pno32 d p-acp vvg npg1 n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 77
1358 I do not say that thou shouldest have a despairing heart, nay it will keep thee from despairing, I do not say that thou Shouldst have a despairing heart, nay it will keep thee from despairing, pns11 vdb xx vvi cst pns21 vmd2 vhi dt j-vvg n1, uh-x pn31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp vvg, (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 77
1359 or that thou shouldest have a servile spirit, but that thou shouldest sanctifie it with reverence. or that thou Shouldst have a servile Spirit, but that thou Shouldst sanctify it with Reverence. cc cst pns21 vmd2 vhi dt j n1, cc-acp cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pn31 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 163 Page 77
1360 And another thing that is very considerable, What is God so set upon the glory of his Justice in the Gospel? Oh labour you to be just in all your Conversations; And Another thing that is very considerable, What is God so Set upon the glory of his justice in the Gospel? O labour you to be just in all your Conversations; cc j-jn n1 cst vbz av j, q-crq vbz np1 av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1? uh n1 pn22 pc-acp vbi j p-acp d po22 n2; (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 77
1361 you see how God prizes justice, that he will rather have his Son die and be made a curse, you see how God prizes Justice, that he will rather have his Son die and be made a curse, pn22 vvb c-crq np1 vvz n1, cst pns31 vmb av-c vhi po31 n1 vvi cc vbi vvn dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 77
1362 than justice should not have honor; Oh take heed of injustice, the sin of injustice is a sin unbeseeming the Gospel; than Justice should not have honour; O take heed of injustice, the since of injustice is a since unbeseeming the Gospel; cs n1 vmd xx vhi n1; uh vvb n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 vvg dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 77
1363 and here's an argument against injustice, a stronger than I know any in all the Book of God, and here's an argument against injustice, a Stronger than I know any in all the Book of God, cc av|vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, dt jc cs pns11 vvb d p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 77
1364 or can be imagined by men and Angels, which is this, That in the Gospel I find that God, hath His heart so set upon justice, that rather than justice shall not be satisfied he will not spare his Son one farthing (as the Scripture saith) He spared not his own Son, but His Son must pay to the uttermost, His Son must bear his very wrath, or can be imagined by men and Angels, which is this, That in the Gospel I find that God, hath His heart so Set upon Justice, that rather than Justice shall not be satisfied he will not spare his Son one farthing (as the Scripture Says) He spared not his own Son, but His Son must pay to the uttermost, His Son must bear his very wrath, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, r-crq vbz d, cst p-acp dt n1 pns11 vvb cst np1, vhz po31 n1 av vvn p-acp n1, cst av-c cs n1 vmb xx vbi vvn pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 n1 crd n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz) pns31 vvd xx po31 d n1, p-acp po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j, po31 n1 vmb vvi po31 j n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 77
1365 and all, that God may shew his infinite love to justice; and all, that God may show his infinite love to Justice; cc d, cst np1 vmb vvi po31 j n1 p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 77
1366 Oh then, let Christians love justice in all their dealings, in their dealing with God, in their dealings between man and man. O then, let Christians love Justice in all their dealings, in their dealing with God, in their dealings between man and man. uh av, vvb np1 vvi n1 p-acp d po32 n2-vvg, p-acp po32 n-vvg p-acp np1, p-acp po32 n2-vvg p-acp n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 77
1367 To see one that professeth the Gospel, & sometimes accounts the feet of those beautiful that bring glad tydings of salvation, To see one that Professes the Gospel, & sometime accounts the feet of those beautiful that bring glad tidings of salvation, p-acp vvi pi cst vvz dt n1, cc av vvz dt n2 pp-f d j cst vvb j n2 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 77
1368 yet unjust in his dealings, so as do but follow him in his course between man and man, there he makes no conscience of justice, there he will rather break the rule of justice than (it may be) he will lose six pence, yet unjust in his dealings, so as do but follow him in his course between man and man, there he makes no conscience of Justice, there he will rather break the Rule of Justice than (it may be) he will loose six pence, av j p-acp po31 n2-vvg, av p-acp vdb cc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, a-acp pns31 vvz dx n1 pp-f n1, a-acp pns31 vmb av-c vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cs (pn31 vmb vbi) pns31 vmb vvi crd n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 77
1369 or a shilling ▪ what if it were the losing of thirty, or fourty pounds, is it such a thing, that the rule of justice must rather be broken than the loss of a little mony? Is this as becomes the Gospel? when as thou hearest the Gospel say, that rather than the glory of justice shall be darkned, the Blood of his Son must go for it, or a shilling ▪ what if it were the losing of thirty, or fourty pounds, is it such a thing, that the Rule of Justice must rather be broken than the loss of a little money? Is this as becomes the Gospel? when as thou Hearst the Gospel say, that rather than the glory of Justice shall be darkened, the Blood of his Son must go for it, cc dt n1 ▪ q-crq cs pn31 vbdr dt vvg pp-f crd, cc crd n2, vbz pn31 d dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-c vbi vvn cs dt n1 pp-f dt j n1? vbz d c-acp vvz dt n1? c-crq c-acp pns21 vv2 dt n1 vvb, cst av-c cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 78
1370 and God expects that Christians should be so in love with justice, that they should rather be content to be undone in their estates, to beg their bread from door to door, and God expects that Christians should be so in love with Justice, that they should rather be content to be undone in their estates, to beg their bred from door to door, cc np1 vvz cst np1 vmd vbi av p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmd av-c vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 78
1371 than be unjust in any of their actions, Oh 'tis an exceeding ecclipsing of the glory of the Word when Professors of it shall be false in their dealings; than be unjust in any of their actions, O it's an exceeding eclipsing of the glory of the Word when Professors of it shall be false in their dealings; cs vbi j p-acp d pp-f po32 n2, uh pn31|vbz dt j-vvg vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq n2 pp-f pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp po32 n2-vvg; (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 78
1372 Oh remember thou Christian who holdest up the Gospel with thy right hand, that when thou hearest of the death of Christ, there the love that God bears to justice is held forth, O Remember thou Christian who holdest up the Gospel with thy right hand, that when thou Hearst of the death of christ, there the love that God bears to Justice is held forth, uh vvb pns21 np1 r-crq vv2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po21 j-jn n1, cst c-crq pns21 vv2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, a-acp dt n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp n1 vbz vvn av, (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 78
1373 and God is set upon the honor of justice and he wil have it: and God is Set upon the honour of Justice and he will have it: cc np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pns31 vmb vhi pn31: (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 78
1374 thy justice in thy trading, this must be made up one way or other, either thou must pay eternally for it and so justice made up, thy Justice in thy trading, this must be made up one Way or other, either thou must pay eternally for it and so Justice made up, po21 n1 p-acp po21 n-vvg, d vmb vbi vvn a-acp crd n1 cc n-jn, av-d pns21 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pn31 cc av n1 vvd a-acp, (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 78
1375 or else it must cost the Blood of Jesus Christ, God is set upon justice in another manner than you think of; or Else it must cost the Blood of jesus christ, God is Set upon Justice in Another manner than you think of; cc av pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n1 cs pn22 vvb pp-f; (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 78
1376 Oh let your Conversations be as becometh this truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. O let your Conversations be as Becometh this truth of the Gospel of jesus christ. uh vvb po22 n2 vbb c-acp vvz d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 164 Page 78
1377 Fifthly, That the Lord in the Gospel, shews how he is set upon satisfying the Law, Fifthly, That the Lord in the Gospel, shows how he is Set upon satisfying the Law, ord, cst dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvg dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 78
1378 and what a high price he puts upon the Law; and what a high price he puts upon the Law; cc q-crq dt j n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 78
1379 The excellency of the Law doth more cleerly appear in the Gospel than in the Doctrine of the Law its self; The excellency of the Law does more clearly appear in the Gospel than in the Doctrine of the Law its self; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz n1 av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po31 n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 78
1380 as thus, Christ came to fulfil all righteousness, surely God set a high price of his Law, that he would not save any soul living that had broken it, as thus, christ Come to fulfil all righteousness, surely God Set a high price of his Law, that he would not save any soul living that had broken it, c-acp av, np1 vvd pc-acp vvi d n1, av-j np1 vvd dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi d n1 vvg cst vhd vvn pn31, (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 78
1381 but by his Son that must come to fulfil it: first, He must have all righteousness kept; but by his Son that must come to fulfil it: First, He must have all righteousness kept; cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 cst vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31: ord, pns31 vmb vhi d n1 vvd; (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 78
1382 & to the end that he might manifest his love unto his Law (I say) therefore it was that Christ must come and subject himself to the Law, he must be under the Law; & to the end that he might manifest his love unto his Law (I say) Therefore it was that christ must come and Subject himself to the Law, he must be under the Law; cc p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 (pns11 vvb) av pn31 vbds cst np1 vmb vvi cc vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 78
1383 It was from thence that Christ saith, It becomes us to fulfil all righteousness. It was from thence that christ Says, It becomes us to fulfil all righteousness. pn31 vbds p-acp av cst np1 vvz, pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi d n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 78
1384 So was God set upon his Law, that when Christ did undertake for man-kind, if Christ had not satisfied every part of the Law that was required, So was God Set upon his Law, that when christ did undertake for mankind, if christ had not satisfied every part of the Law that was required, av vbds np1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst c-crq np1 vdd vvi p-acp n1, cs np1 vhd xx vvn d n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbds vvn, (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 78
1385 if there had been one jot of the Law unfilfilled, all man-kind must have perished in everlasting burnings: if there had been one jot of the Law unfilfilled, all mankind must have perished in everlasting burnings: cs pc-acp vhd vbn crd n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn, d n1 vmb vhi vvn p-acp j n2: (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 78
1386 God sets an high rate on his Royal Law, therefore learn to prize the Law of God: God sets an high rate on his Royal Law, Therefore Learn to prize the Law of God: np1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp po31 j n1, av vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 78
1387 It's true, you cannot keep it for justification, that was Christs task, so to keep the Law that he might justifie sinners, God by this teaches us to esteem highly of it, It's true, you cannot keep it for justification, that was Christ task, so to keep the Law that he might justify Sinners, God by this Teaches us to esteem highly of it, pn31|vbz j, pn22 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp n1, cst vbds npg1 n1, av pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi n2, np1 p-acp d vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi av-j pp-f pn31, (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 78
1388 and not to slight it and contemn it: and not to slight it and contemn it: cc xx pc-acp vvi pn31 cc vvb pn31: (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 78
1389 the Law of God it is a precious Cristal glass, it is the very glass of the holiness, the Law of God it is a precious Crystal glass, it is the very glass of the holiness, dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vbz dt j n1 n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 78
1390 and righteousness of God, and you must prize it, as you do prize your great glasses that your Marriners have from other parts; and righteousness of God, and you must prize it, as you do prize your great glasses that your Mariners have from other parts; cc n1 pp-f np1, cc pn22 vmb vvi pn31, c-acp pn22 vdb vvi po22 j n2 cst po22 n2 vhb p-acp j-jn n2; (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1391 you bring home your great Cristals, of 20. or 40. or threescore pounds according to the largenesse of them: you bring home your great Crystals, of 20. or 40. or threescore pounds according to the largeness of them: pn22 vvb av-an po22 j n2, pp-f crd cc crd cc crd n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32: (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1392 Now would not you take it extream ill, when you have bestowed so much upon it, that a child or servant should come and break it al to pieces? Now (my brethren) consider, The Law of God here resembles the Cristal glasse; Now would not you take it extreme ill, when you have bestowed so much upon it, that a child or servant should come and break it all to Pieces? Now (my brothers) Consider, The Law of God Here resembles the Crystal glass; av vmd xx pn22 vvi pn31 j-jn n-jn, c-crq pn22 vhb vvn av av-d p-acp pn31, cst dt n1 cc n1 vmd vvi cc vvi pn31 d p-acp n2? av (po11 n2) vvb, dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvz dt n1 n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1393 and as in your glasses you may see your faces, so in that Cristal glasse of the Law, the holiness of God is transparent, 'tis such a glass that God prizes it more worth than all the world; this is visible: and as in your glasses you may see your faces, so in that Crystal glass of the Law, the holiness of God is transparent, it's such a glass that God prizes it more worth than all the world; this is visible: cc c-acp p-acp po22 n2 pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2, av p-acp d n1 n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, pn31|vbz d dt n1 cst np1 vvz pn31 av-dc j cs d dt n1; d vbz j: (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1394 for the Lord stands much upon the observing of the Law, and upon obedience unto it, for the Lord Stands much upon the observing of the Law, and upon Obedience unto it, c-acp dt n1 vvz av-d p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1395 and therfore take heed of breaking it meerly to satisfie your lusts, to accommodate and befriend your own base ends, this is unbeseeming the Gospel of Christ. and Therefore take heed of breaking it merely to satisfy your Lustiest, to accommodate and befriend your own base ends, this is unbeseeming the Gospel of christ. cc av vvb n1 pp-f vvg pn31 av-j pc-acp vvi po22 n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po22 d j n2, d vbz j dt n1 pp-f np1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1396 There are many that make a great noise about Evangelical truths, so that they cry up the Gospel of Christ, the Gospel of Christ, as they once did, the Temple of the Lord, the Temple of the Lord; There Are many that make a great noise about Evangelical truths, so that they cry up the Gospel of christ, the Gospel of christ, as they once did, the Temple of the Lord, the Temple of the Lord; pc-acp vbr d cst vvb dt j n1 p-acp np1 n2, av cst pns32 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 a-acp vdd, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1397 and they think that this doth wholly take away their obedience to the Law of God, and they think that this does wholly take away their Obedience to the Law of God, cc pns32 vvb cst d vdz av-jn vvi av po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1398 and that it must not be so much as a rule of life. and that it must not be so much as a Rule of life. cc cst pn31 vmb xx vbi av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1399 Certainly there's nothing holde forth the excellency of the Law more than the knowledge of Jesus Christ (the only Law-giver) being subjected to the Law, Certainly there's nothing hold forth the excellency of the Law more than the knowledge of jesus christ (the only Lawgiver) being subjected to the Law, av-j pc-acp|vbz pix vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-dc cs dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 (dt j n1) vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1400 and his subjection it was to take away our guiltinesse, to cancel the bond of the Law, binding us to eternal death: and his subjection it was to take away our guiltiness, to cancel the bound of the Law, binding us to Eternal death: cc po31 n1 pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi av po12 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg pno12 p-acp j n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1401 But we never reade that this subjection to the Law was to make void our obedience to it, But we never read that this subjection to the Law was to make void our Obedience to it, cc-acp pns12 av vvi cst d n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds pc-acp vvi j po12 n1 p-acp pn31, (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1402 so that it should not be any rule of life unto us, for indeed, what is the Law of God, so that it should not be any Rule of life unto us, for indeed, what is the Law of God, av cst pn31 vmd xx vbi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp av, q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1403 but the pure Will of God? and do you think that Christ came to take us away from obeying the Will of God, which was Christs meat and drink to do? I stand not so much upon that term, but the pure Will of God? and do you think that christ Come to take us away from obeying the Will of God, which was Christ meat and drink to do? I stand not so much upon that term, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1? cc vdb pn22 vvi cst np1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno12 av p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds npg1 n1 cc vvi pc-acp vdi? pns11 vvb xx av av-d p-acp d n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1404 Whether as given by Moses? but upon those things that are therein contained, therein revealed as part of the will of God, God stands much upon that, that we should make the revealing of these things in the Word to be the rule of our life, Whither as given by Moses? but upon those things that Are therein contained, therein revealed as part of the will of God, God Stands much upon that, that we should make the revealing of these things in the Word to be the Rule of our life, cs c-acp vvn p-acp np1? p-acp p-acp d n2 cst vbr av vvn, av vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 vvz av-d p-acp d, cst pns12 vmd vvi dt n-vvg pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1405 and this is manifested by Christs ready and full subjection unto it. and this is manifested by Christ ready and full subjection unto it. cc d vbz vvn p-acp npg1 j cc j n1 p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1406 And that is the first particular, what it is that we come to know by the Gospel, according to which we should sute our Conversations. And that is the First particular, what it is that we come to know by the Gospel, according to which we should suit our Conversations. cc cst vbz dt ord j, r-crq pn31 vbz cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2. (10) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 79
1407 SERMON V. PHIL. 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of Christ. SERMON V. PHILIP. 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of christ. n1 np1 np1. crd crd j vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 165 Page 80
1408 IN the sixt place, Would you know what Conversation becomes the Gospel? Consider what it is that the Gospel holds out to you, It holds forth Gods infinit hatred of sin more than any other thing whatsoever. IN the sixt place, Would you know what Conversation becomes the Gospel? Consider what it is that the Gospel holds out to you, It holds forth God's infinite hatred of since more than any other thing whatsoever. p-acp dt ord n1, vmd pn22 vvi r-crq n1 vvz dt n1? np1 r-crq pn31 vbz d dt n1 vvz av p-acp pn22, pn31 vvz av n2 j n1 pp-f n1 av-dc cs d j-jn n1 r-crq. (11) sermon (DIV2) 166 Page 80
1409 1. A man may come to know the evil of sin partly by Reason, he may understand that sin it is against a right rule, 1. A man may come to know the evil of since partly by Reason, he may understand that since it is against a right Rule, crd dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n-jn pp-f n1 av p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi d n1 pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 167 Page 80
1410 yea, by the light of reason he may conceive it is but reasonable for a rational creature to live by rule, yea, by the Light of reason he may conceive it is but reasonable for a rational creature to live by Rule, uh, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vmb vvi pn31 vbz p-acp j c-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 167 Page 80
1411 and to transgress against the rule of justice and equity is evil. and to transgress against the Rule of Justice and equity is evil. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz j-jn. (11) sermon (DIV2) 167 Page 80
1412 2. A man may come to know the evil of sin by Gods Command: the Law of God forbids sin, 2. A man may come to know the evil of since by God's Command: the Law of God forbids since, crd dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n-jn pp-f n1 p-acp n2 vvi: dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 168 Page 80
1413 and therefore it is evil, certainly to transgress the Law of God, to go against the Will of God must needs be a great transgression. and Therefore it is evil, Certainly to transgress the Law of God, to go against the Will of God must needs be a great Transgression. cc av pn31 vbz j-jn, av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av vbi dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 168 Page 80
1414 3. A man may come to know the evil of sin by the Dreadful Threatnings that are added to the Law, Cursed is he that abideth not in every thing that is written in the Book of the Law to do it. 3. A man may come to know the evil of since by the Dreadful Threatenings that Are added to the Law, Cursed is he that Abideth not in every thing that is written in the Book of the Law to do it. crd dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n-jn pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n2-vvg cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz xx p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31. (11) sermon (DIV2) 169 Page 80
1415 This discovers a dreadful evil in sin: This discovers a dreadful evil in since: d vvz dt j n-jn p-acp n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 169 Page 80
1416 when a soul comes to have a real sight of the dreadful threats that are in the Law, it doth exceedingly terrifie conscience and raise up that sleepy Lyon out of his den. when a soul comes to have a real sighed of the dreadful Treats that Are in the Law, it does exceedingly terrify conscience and raise up that sleepy lion out of his den. c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vhi dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1, pn31 vdz av-vvg vvi n1 cc vvi a-acp d j n1 av pp-f po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 169 Page 80
1417 4. A man may come to know the evil of sin by some dreadful judgments that God hath executed upon sinners here in this world, 4. A man may come to know the evil of since by Some dreadful Judgments that God hath executed upon Sinners Here in this world, crd dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n-jn pp-f n1 p-acp d j n2 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp n2 av p-acp d n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1418 and by the terrors of conscience that there are upon the wicked, as on Cain, Saul, and Judas &c. men many times here for their sins, by the wrath of God that is reveal'd from Heaven against sin in the execution of it, and by the terrors of conscience that there Are upon the wicked, as on Cain, Saul, and Judas etc. men many times Here for their Sins, by the wrath of God that is revealed from Heaven against since in the execution of it, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cst a-acp vbr p-acp dt j, c-acp p-acp np1, np1, cc np1 av n2 d n2 av p-acp po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1419 but take all those together, yea, did we see the woful execution of the wrath of God in Hell its self, did the Lord open unto us a door into the chambers of death to discover the torments that are there, but take all those together, yea, did we see the woeful execution of the wrath of God in Hell its self, did the Lord open unto us a door into the chambers of death to discover the torments that Are there, cc-acp vvb d d av, uh, vdd pns12 vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 po31 n1, vdd dt n1 vvb p-acp pno12 dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cst vbr a-acp, (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1420 and to hear all the shreeks and cries of the damned in everlasting burnings; and to hear all the shrieks and cries of the damned in everlasting burnings; cc pc-acp vvi d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j-vvn p-acp j n2; (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1421 yet all this, the threats of the Law, the terrors of it, the agonies of Conscience, the torments of the damned in Hell, (I say) put all together, yet all this, the Treats of the Law, the terrors of it, the agonies of Conscience, the torments of the damned in Hell, (I say) put all together, av d d, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f pn31, dt n2 pp-f n1, dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn p-acp n1, (pns11 vvb) vvd d av, (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1422 and they would not so much, nor so cleerly discover Gods infinit hatred of sin, as what we find in the Gospel; and they would not so much, nor so clearly discover God's infinite hatred of since, as what we find in the Gospel; cc pns32 vmd xx av av-d, ccx av av-j vvi npg1 j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1423 the red Glasse of the blood of Jesus Christ, that was shed for sin, doth discover more of Gods hatred against it, the read Glass of the blood of jesus christ, that was shed for since, does discover more of God's hatred against it, dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cst vbds vvn p-acp n1, vdz vvi dc pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pn31, (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1424 than all the torments of Hell can do, or all the threats of the Law can do; than all the torments of Hell can do, or all the Treats of the Law can do; cs d dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vdi, cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vdi; (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1425 God doth in inflicting his wrath upon his Son for mans sin, thus preach unto the world? Wel, I see that you cannot be brought to understand how I hate sin with a perfect hatred, God does in inflicting his wrath upon his Son for men since, thus preach unto the world? Well, I see that you cannot be brought to understand how I hate since with a perfect hatred, np1 vdz p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp ng1 n1, av vvb p-acp dt n1? uh-av, pns11 vvb cst pn22 vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi c-crq pns11 vvb n1 p-acp dt j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1426 but I'le have one way of argument to convince you, that it is impossible you should stand against, I will therefore send my Son to take your nature upon him, but I'll have one Way of argument to convince you, that it is impossible you should stand against, I will Therefore send my Son to take your nature upon him, cc-acp pns11|vmb vhi crd n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, cst pn31 vbz j pn22 vmd vvi p-acp, pns11 vmb av vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp pno31, (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1427 and to stand charged with your debt, and you shall see how I'le deal with him, who is your Surety, I'le not spare him, I'le powr out the vials of my wrath upon him to the last drop, I'le make him a curse for sin, and to stand charged with your debt, and you shall see how I'll deal with him, who is your Surety, I'll not spare him, I'll power out the vials of my wrath upon him to the last drop, I'll make him a curse for since, cc pc-acp vvi vvd p-acp po22 n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi c-crq pns11|vmb vvi p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz po22 n1, pns11|vmb xx vvi pno31, pns11|vmb n1 av dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt ord n1, pns11|vmb vvi pno31 dt n1 p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1428 though he be infinitly blessed, and equal with my self, yet I'le make him cry out in the anguish and trouble of his soul, My God, my God, though he be infinitely blessed, and equal with my self, yet I'll make him cry out in the anguish and trouble of his soul, My God, my God, cs pns31 vbb av-j vvn, cc j-jn p-acp po11 n1, av pns11|vmb vvi pno31 vvi av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, po11 np1, po11 np1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1429 why hast thou forsaken me? He shal tread the winepress of my wrath, I'le make the burden of sin heavy to Him, that shall make Him fall groveling upon His face, why hast thou forsaken me? He shall tread the winepress of my wrath, I'll make the burden of since heavy to Him, that shall make Him fallen groveling upon His face, q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11? pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, pns11|vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 j p-acp pno31, cst vmb vvi pno31 vvi vvg p-acp po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1430 and sweat great clodders of blood in a winter season, that shall run down from His body upon the cold ground, I'le do this to that end that all the world (to whom the preaching of the Gospel shall come) may see how infinitely I hate sin: and sweat great clodders of blood in a winter season, that shall run down from His body upon the cold ground, I'll do this to that end that all the world (to whom the preaching of the Gospel shall come) may see how infinitely I hate since: cc vvi j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, cst vmb vvi a-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns11|vmb vdi d p-acp d n1 cst d dt n1 (p-acp ro-crq dt vvg pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi) vmb vvi c-crq av-j pns11 vvb n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1431 This is one of Gods ends; This is one of God's ends; d vbz pi pp-f npg1 n2; (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1432 though it's true, that the principal end of the death of Christ it was, to satisfie Divine Justice: though it's true, that the principal end of the death of christ it was, to satisfy Divine justice: cs pn31|vbz j, cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vbds, pc-acp vvi j-jn n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 81
1433 But there is another end that God aims at in the death of his Son, To declare to all the world, to men and Angels how infinitly the Lord doth abominate all sin: But there is Another end that God aims At in the death of his Son, To declare to all the world, to men and Angels how infinitely the Lord does abominate all since: cc-acp pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1, p-acp n2 cc n2 c-crq av-j dt n1 vdz vvi d n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 82
1434 Now this is held forth in the Gospel more than in all the execution of the Law; Now this is held forth in the Gospel more than in all the execution of the Law; av d vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 av-dc cs p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 82
1435 if the Law were executed to the full upon all the world, it would not hold forth Gods hatred of sin so much as this doth. if the Law were executed to the full upon all the world, it would not hold forth God's hatred of since so much as this does. cs dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j p-acp d dt n1, pn31 vmd xx vvi av npg1 n1 pp-f n1 av av-d c-acp d vdz. (11) sermon (DIV2) 170 Page 82
1436 Do you beleeve this Gospel? Hath God let you live under this Gospel, that you hear it it your ears? And do you profess that the Lord hath enlightened you by his holy Spirit, to understand the certainty and reality of this? Oh then, let your Conversation be as becomes this Evangelical truth. Quest. Do you believe this Gospel? Hath God let you live under this Gospel, that you hear it it your ears? And do you profess that the Lord hath enlightened you by his holy Spirit, to understand the certainty and reality of this? O then, let your Conversation be as becomes this Evangelical truth. Quest. vdb pn22 vvi d n1? vhz np1 vvn pn22 vvb p-acp d n1, cst pn22 vvb pn31 pn31 po22 n2? cc vdb pn22 vvi cst dt n1 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d? uh av, vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz d np1 n1. n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 171 Page 82
1437 What Conversation doth become this? What Conversation does become this? q-crq n1 vdz vvi d? (11) sermon (DIV2) 172 Page 82
1438 Answ. Hence then, your own reason cannot but make a consequence from this that the Gospel holds forth. Answer Hence then, your own reason cannot but make a consequence from this that the Gospel holds forth. np1 av av, po22 d n1 vmbx cc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d cst dt n1 vvz av. (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 82
1439 Hence then, Cast away al sin as an abominable thing from you; Hence then, Cast away all since as an abominable thing from you; av av, vvb av d n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pn22; (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 82
1440 What have I to do any more with Idols? Hence then, Call no sin little which so much provokes the Lord. What have I to do any more with Idols? Hence then, Call no since little which so much provokes the Lord. q-crq vhb pns11 pc-acp vdi d dc p-acp n2? av av, vvb dx n1 j r-crq av d vvz dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 82
1441 Indeed if you were only acted by the light of reason, reason perhaps will tell you that such things are but little and smal, Indeed if you were only acted by the Light of reason, reason perhaps will tell you that such things Are but little and small, np1 cs pn22 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb av vmb vvi pn22 cst d n2 vbr cc-acp j cc j, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 82
1442 and you need make no such great matter about them. and you need make no such great matter about them. cc pn22 vvb vvi dx d j n1 p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 82
1443 But now, Art not thou a Christian? A follower of Christ? A friend to the Gospel? For shame call no sin little; But now, Art not thou a Christian? A follower of christ? A friend to the Gospel? For shame call no since little; p-acp av, vb2r xx pns21 dt njp? dt n1 pp-f np1? dt n1 p-acp dt n1? p-acp n1 vvb dx n1 j; (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 82
1444 for in the Gospel you see the infinit hatred of God against all sin, yea, there is more evil in the least sin than in the greatest affliction whatsoever (that's a point that hath been long since opened to you at large, for in the Gospel you see the infinite hatred of God against all since, yea, there is more evil in the least since than in the greatest affliction whatsoever (that's a point that hath been long since opened to you At large, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvb dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, uh, pc-acp vbz av-dc j-jn p-acp dt ds n1 cs p-acp dt js n1 r-crq (d|vbz dt n1 cst vhz vbn av-j a-acp vvd p-acp pn22 p-acp j, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 82
1445 and this will shew it cleerly, there is more evil in any sin than in the greatest affliction, by the dealing of God the Father with his Son) and therefore if you will be willing to live as becomes the Gospel of Christ, rather be willing to bear any affliction in the world than wilfully to commit the least sin: and this will show it clearly, there is more evil in any since than in the greatest affliction, by the dealing of God the Father with his Son) and Therefore if you will be willing to live as becomes the Gospel of christ, rather be willing to bear any affliction in the world than wilfully to commit the least since: cc d vmb vvi pn31 av-j, pc-acp vbz av-dc j-jn p-acp d n1 cs p-acp dt js n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1) cc av cs pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, av-c vbb j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 cs av-j pc-acp vvi dt ds n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 82
1446 Are these two in the ballance? Here is a great and a sore cross, you think, are these two in the balance? Here is a great and a soar cross, you think, vbr d crd p-acp dt n1? av vbz dt j cc dt j n1, pn22 vvb, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 82
1447 how shall I endure that? On the other side, Here's a sin to be committed; how shall I endure that? On the other side, Here's a since to be committed; q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d? p-acp dt j-jn n1, av|vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 82
1448 if I venture upon this sin, it may be I shall be delivered from this affliction? Now would this become the Gospel of Christ, if I venture upon this since, it may be I shall be Delivered from this affliction? Now would this become the Gospel of christ, cs pns11 vvb p-acp d n1, pn31 vmb vbi pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1? av vmd d vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 82
1449 for one that professes that he doth beleeve that God the Father dealt thus with His Son, that had sin but by imputation upon Him, that He let out the vials of His wrath upon Him, for one that Professes that he does believe that God the Father dealt thus with His Son, that had since but by imputation upon Him, that He let out the vials of His wrath upon Him, c-acp pi cst vvz cst pns31 vdz vvi cst np1 dt n1 vvd av p-acp po31 n1, cst vhd n1 cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vvd av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 82
1450 and made Him a curse for sin; and made Him a curse for since; cc vvd pno31 dt n1 p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 82
1451 and if Christ had but undertaken for to have satisfied for one sin, though the least sin, He must have died for it, For the wages of sin, is death! of sin indefinitly, it's death: and if christ had but undertaken for to have satisfied for one since, though the least since, He must have died for it, For the wages of since, is death! of since indefinitely, it's death: cc cs np1 vhd p-acp vvn p-acp pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp crd n1, cs dt ds n1, pns31 vmb vhi vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vbz n1! pp-f n1 av-j, pn31|vbz n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 82
1452 And do I beleeve this, and yet shall I rather chuse the commission of a sin than the bearing of any affliction? Oh this is infinitly unbeseeming the Gospel of Jesus Christ: And do I believe this, and yet shall I rather choose the commission of a since than the bearing of any affliction? O this is infinitely unbeseeming the Gospel of jesus christ: cc vdb pns11 vvb d, cc av vmb pns11 av-c vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cs dt n-vvg pp-f d n1? uh d vbz av-j vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 83
1453 do I beleeve this, and is it real unto my soul? Oh let me then manifest in my whol course and life that I tremble at the very thought of a sin, at the appearance of evil, do I believe this, and is it real unto my soul? O let me then manifest in my Whole course and life that I tremble At the very Thought of a since, At the appearance of evil, vdb pns11 vvi d, cc vbz pn31 j p-acp po11 n1? uh vvb pno11 av j p-acp po11 j-jn n1 cc n1 cst pns11 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 83
1454 and am as much afraid of the least spark of lusts as of the fire of Hell: and am as much afraid of the least spark of Lustiest as of the fire of Hell: cc vbm p-acp d j pp-f dt ds n1 pp-f n2 c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 83
1455 let me discover the temptation to sin, that I may endeavour to avoid all temptations to sin, let me discover the temptation to sin, that I may endeavour to avoid all temptations to since, vvb pno11 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 83
1456 because God hath given such a testimony from Heaven against sin, Oh it is a loud testimony indeed that God hath given from heaven against sin in the death of his Son, Oh then let my Conversation be such as I may make it appear that I am afraid of the beginnings of sin, of the first whispering and motions to sin, Oh set me not stand dandling of sin in my thoughts, Because God hath given such a testimony from Heaven against since, O it is a loud testimony indeed that God hath given from heaven against since in the death of his Son, O then let my Conversation be such as I may make it appear that I am afraid of the beginnings of since, of the First whispering and motions to since, O Set me not stand dandling of since in my thoughts, c-acp np1 vhz vvn d dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, uh pn31 vbz dt j n1 av cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, uh av vvb po11 n1 vbb d c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 vvi cst pns11 vbm j pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, pp-f dt ord n-vvg cc n2 p-acp n1, uh vvb pno11 xx vvi vvg pp-f n1 p-acp po11 n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 83
1457 and roul it as a sweet morsel under my tongue, let me not entertain it in my affections in the least degree, and roll it as a sweet morsel under my tongue, let me not entertain it in my affections in the least degree, cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po11 n1, vvb pno11 xx vvi pn31 p-acp po11 n2 p-acp dt ds n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 83
1458 as to love it, to approve it, to delight in it, but as soon as ever it enters into thy heart cast it out presently, let it not lodge within thy doors one moment, raise up all the power of thy soul against it, follow it with Hue and Cry, till thou hast overtaken it, as to love it, to approve it, to delight in it, but as soon as ever it enters into thy heart cast it out presently, let it not lodge within thy doors one moment, raise up all the power of thy soul against it, follow it with Hue and Cry, till thou hast overtaken it, c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31, pc-acp vvi pn31, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc-acp c-acp av c-acp av pn31 vvz p-acp po21 n1 vvd pn31 av av-j, vvb pn31 xx vvi p-acp po21 n2 crd n1, vvb a-acp d dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp pn31, vvb pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pn31, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 83
1459 and then do justice and judgment upon it, what though it may be a Delilah, yet cut it off; and then do Justice and judgement upon it, what though it may be a Delilah, yet Cut it off; cc av vdb n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, r-crq cs pn31 vmb vbi dt np1, av vvb pn31 a-acp; (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 83
1460 Oh let me take heed of lying in any sin, have I bin overtaken in my sin? Oh let me be willing rather to shame and condemn my self, to deny any thing in the world rather than to continue in that sin, the Lord forbid that if I have been once drawn to any sin, that I should think to cover it by another sin, by adding one sin to another, to think to shift for my credit or esteem by adding more sin to that already committed, Oh no, the Lord in his mercie hath made known unto me in the Gospel of Christ what sin means, the evil of sin, O let me take heed of lying in any since, have I been overtaken in my since? O let me be willing rather to shame and condemn my self, to deny any thing in the world rather than to continue in that since, the Lord forbid that if I have been once drawn to any since, that I should think to cover it by Another since, by adding one since to Another, to think to shift for my credit or esteem by adding more since to that already committed, O no, the Lord in his mercy hath made known unto me in the Gospel of christ what since means, the evil of since, uh vvb pno11 vvi n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d n1, vhb pns11 vbn vvn p-acp po11 n1? uh vvb pno11 vbi j av-c pc-acp vvi cc vvi po11 n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 av-c cs pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, dt n1 vvb cst cs pns11 vhb vbn a-acp vvn p-acp d n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp vvg crd n1 p-acp j-jn, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n1 cc vvi p-acp vvg av-dc n1 p-acp cst av vvn, uh uh-dx, dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vhz vvn vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq n1 vvz, dt n-jn pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 83
1461 and therefore I have learned rather to endure any thing than to multiply iniquity; Indeed before I came to understand Jesus Christ, I thought sin was an evil thing, and Therefore I have learned rather to endure any thing than to multiply iniquity; Indeed before I Come to understand jesus christ, I Thought since was an evil thing, cc av pns11 vhb vvn av-c pc-acp vvi d n1 cs pc-acp vvi n1; av c-acp pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi np1 np1, pns11 vvd n1 vbds dt j-jn n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 83
1462 and I abstain'd from gross sins by that dim light of Nature that is within me; and I abstained from gross Sins by that dim Light of Nature that is within me; cc pns11 vvd p-acp j n2 p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp pno11; (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 83
1463 but since I came to understand the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the great mystery of godliness in his Son, but since I Come to understand the Gospel of jesus christ, the great mystery of godliness in his Son, cc-acp c-acp pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 83
1464 & the dealings of the Father with his Son, the Lord knows now I abhor a sin in secret (though I were sure no body in the world should ever know it) more than I do abhor Hell its self; & the dealings of the Father with his Son, the Lord knows now I abhor a since in secret (though I were sure not body in the world should ever know it) more than I do abhor Hell its self; cc dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vvz av pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp j-jn (cs pns11 vbdr j xx n1 p-acp dt n1 vmd av vvi pn31) av-dc cs pns11 vdb vvi n1 po31 n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 83
1465 I such a Conversation as would manifest such a work of God upon the heart as this is would become the Gospel of Christ indeed. I such a Conversation as would manifest such a work of God upon the heart as this is would become the Gospel of christ indeed. pns11 d dt n1 c-acp vmd vvi d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp d vbz vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av. (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1466 Whereas otherwise brethren, if any of you that do profess the Gospel of Christ shall make sin but as a slight thing, Whereas otherwise brothers, if any of you that do profess the Gospel of christ shall make since but as a slight thing, cs av n2, cs d pp-f pn22 cst vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi n1 cc-acp c-acp dt j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1467 and shall be ready to entertain sin in thy bosom, know that by this means, you do no other but trample under foot the Blood of Jesus Christ as a cōmon thing, and shall be ready to entertain since in thy bosom, know that by this means, you do no other but trample under foot the Blood of jesus christ as a Common thing, cc vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po21 n1, vvb cst p-acp d n2, pn22 vdb dx n-jn cc-acp vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1468 as a thing that had no worth at all in it. as a thing that had no worth At all in it. c-acp dt n1 cst vhd dx n1 p-acp d p-acp pn31. (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1469 This doth despight to the Gospel of Christ, you do dishonor Jesus Christ, and you do put him to open shame whose Name you have taken upon you by your profession: This does despite to the Gospel of christ, you do dishonour jesus christ, and you do put him to open shame whose Name you have taken upon you by your profession: d vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vdb vvi np1 np1, cc pn22 vdb vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi n1 rg-crq n1 pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp po22 n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1470 I'le give you a Scripture now for this in Heb. 6. 4. &c. He speaks of some, that were once enlightned, and had tasted of the Heavenly gift, I'll give you a Scripture now for this in Hebrew 6. 4. etc. He speaks of Some, that were once enlightened, and had tasted of the Heavenly gift, pns11|vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 av p-acp d p-acp np1 crd crd av pns31 vvz pp-f d, cst vbdr a-acp vvn, cc vhd vvn pp-f dt j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1471 and were made partakers of the holy Ghost, and tasted of the good word of God (that's the Gospel) and the powers of the world to come: and were made partakers of the holy Ghost, and tasted of the good word of God (that's the Gospel) and the Powers of the world to come: cc vbdr vvn n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvn pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 (d|vbz dt n1) cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi: (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1472 if they should fall away, it were impossible to renew them to repentance. Mark the reason: if they should fallen away, it were impossible to renew them to Repentance. Mark the reason: cs pns32 vmd vvi av, pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1. vvb dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1473 Seeing they crucifie to themselves the Son of God afresh, and put him to an open shame: Seeing they crucify to themselves the Son of God afresh, and put him to an open shame: vvg pns32 vvi p-acp px32 dt n1 pp-f np1 av, cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt j n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1474 Such as fall off after the profession of the Gospel into sinful waies, they are said here to crucifie the Son of God afresh, Such as fallen off After the profession of the Gospel into sinful ways, they Are said Here to crucify the Son of God afresh, d c-acp vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n2, pns32 vbr vvn av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1475 and to put him to open shame. This is far from walking as becomes the Gospel. and to put him to open shame. This is Far from walking as becomes the Gospel. cc pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi n1. d vbz av-j p-acp vvg p-acp vvz dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1476 And so you have another text in Heb. 10. 29. &c. (he speaks of those that had fallen off from their profession into sinful waies) Of how much s•rer punishment, suppose ye, shall he be thought worthy of, who hath troden under foot the Son of God, And so you have Another text in Hebrew 10. 29. etc. (he speaks of those that had fallen off from their profession into sinful ways) Of how much s•rer punishment, suppose you, shall he be Thought worthy of, who hath trodden under foot the Son of God, cc av pn22 vhb j-jn n1 p-acp np1 crd crd av (pns31 vvz pp-f d cst vhd vvn a-acp p-acp po32 n1 p-acp j n2) pp-f q-crq d jc n1, vvb pn22, vmb pns31 vbi vvn j pp-f, r-crq vhz vvn p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1477 and hath counted the blood of the Covenant wherewith he was sanctified, an unholy thing, and hath counted the blood of the Covenant wherewith he was sanctified, an unholy thing, cc vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, dt j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1478 and hath done despight unto the Spirit of Grace? See how the holy Ghost speaks of such as fall from their profession into sinful waies again. and hath done despite unto the Spirit of Grace? See how the holy Ghost speaks of such as fallen from their profession into sinful ways again. cc vhz vdn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? vvb c-crq dt j n1 vvz pp-f d c-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 p-acp j n2 av. (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1479 And there's a great deal of reason for it, for 'tis not so much for those that never made profession of the Gospel, to fall to sin, not such a horrid thing for them; And there's a great deal of reason for it, for it's not so much for those that never made profession of the Gospel, to fallen to since, not such a horrid thing for them; cc pc-acp|vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp pn31|vbz xx av av-d c-acp d cst av-x vvd n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, xx d dt j n1 p-acp pno32; (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1480 but for those that have made profession of the Gospel, that they hold forth thus much; but for those that have made profession of the Gospel, that they hold forth thus much; cc-acp p-acp d cst vhb vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vvb av av av-d; (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1481 this is the language of their actions (though they dare not say so) Lord I acknowledge that I have seen the fruit of thy hatred of sin in the death of thy Son, that thou didst so hate sin, that thou madest thy Son to be a curse for sin; this is the language of their actions (though they Dare not say so) Lord I acknowledge that I have seen the fruit of thy hatred of since in the death of thy Son, that thou didst so hate since, that thou Madest thy Son to be a curse for since; d vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 (cs pns32 vvb xx vvi av) n1 pns11 vvb cst pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cst pns21 vdd2 av vvi n1, cst pns21 vvd2 po21 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1482 but yet for all this, such is the strength of my lusts, I must have my lusts, but yet for all this, such is the strength of my Lustiest, I must have my Lustiest, cc-acp av c-acp d d, d vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, pns11 vmb vhi po11 n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1483 though it be so vile in thine eyes as the blood of thy Son went for it, though it be so vile in thine eyes as the blood of thy Son went for it, cs pn31 vbb av j p-acp po21 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 vvd p-acp pn31, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1484 yet I must have it rather than deny my lusts; yet I must have it rather than deny my Lustiest; av pns11 vmb vhi pn31 av-c cs vvi po11 n2; (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 84
1485 Oh what a dreadful thing is this? how provoking must it needs be to the holy God? Oh happy had it been for such men and women that they had never heard of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. O what a dreadful thing is this? how provoking must it needs be to the holy God? O happy had it been for such men and women that they had never herd of the Gospel of jesus christ. uh q-crq dt j n1 vbz d? q-crq j-vvg vmb pn31 av vbi p-acp dt j np1? uh j vhd pn31 vbn p-acp d n2 cc n2 cst pns32 vhd av-x vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 85
1486 But of the evil of walking unbeseeming the Gospel of Jesus Christ, we shall speak to after, But of the evil of walking unbeseeming the Gospel of jesus christ, we shall speak to After, p-acp pp-f dt n-jn pp-f j-vvg j dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp a-acp, (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 85
1487 when we come to the application; when we come to the application; c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 85
1488 That's then the sixt particular of what the Gospel holds forth The infinite hatred of God against sin. That's then the sixt particular of what the Gospel holds forth The infinite hatred of God against since. d|vbz av dt ord j pp-f r-crq dt n1 vvz av dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 173 Page 85
1489 Now the seventh thing that is held forth in the Gospel that cals for a Conversation beseeming, is this, The great price of souls. Now the seventh thing that is held forth in the Gospel that calls for a Conversation beseeming, is this, The great price of Souls. av dt ord n1 cst vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 vvg, vbz d, dt j n1 pp-f n2. (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1490 There's nothing in the world that ever God did, that doth discover the worth of mans immortal soul so as the Gospel of Jesus Christ doth, there God manifests to all the world what a price he puts upon mans soul, the Lord saw that men by sin had undone themselves and that those souls that he made were like to perish to all eternity, There's nothing in the world that ever God did, that does discover the worth of men immortal soul so as the Gospel of jesus christ does, there God manifests to all the world what a price he puts upon men soul, the Lord saw that men by since had undone themselves and that those Souls that he made were like to perish to all eternity, pc-acp|vbz pix p-acp dt n1 cst av np1 vdd, cst vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f ng1 j n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vdz, pc-acp np1 vvz p-acp d dt n1 r-crq dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp ng1 n1, dt n1 vvd d n2 p-acp n1 vhd vvn px32 cc d d n2 cst pns31 vvd vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1491 yea, were under the sentence of eternal death, and must certainly perish eternally, if so be that some way were not found out by an infinit wisdom for to ransome them; yea, were under the sentence of Eternal death, and must Certainly perish eternally, if so be that Some Way were not found out by an infinite Wisdom for to ransom them; uh, vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc vmb av-j vvi av-j, cs av vbb d d n1 vbdr xx vvn av p-acp dt j n1 c-acp p-acp n1 pno32; (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1492 now saith the Lord, rather than I will have all souls perish; (it's true, the love that I have unto my Justice is such, now Says the Lord, rather than I will have all Souls perish; (it's true, the love that I have unto my justice is such, av vvz dt n1, av-c cs pns11 vmb vhi d n2 vvb; (pn31|vbz j, dt n1 cst pns11 vhb p-acp po11 n1 vbz d, (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1493 as for many souls I'le let them go, and they shall perish; as for many Souls I'll let them go, and they shall perish; c-acp p-acp d n2 pns11|vmb vvi pno32 vvi, cc pns32 vmb vvi; (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1494 but yet that I might shew that I have an high esteem of the souls of the children of men, but yet that I might show that I have an high esteem of the Souls of the children of men, cc-acp av cst pns11 vmd vvi cst pns11 vhb dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1495 for the ransoming of that number that I have appointed from all eternity to save,) I'le send my Son, for the ransoming of that number that I have appointed from all eternity to save,) I'll send my Son, p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi,) pns11|vmb vvi po11 n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1496 and he shall die for the saving of souls, that souls may not perish: and he shall die for the Saving of Souls, that Souls may not perish: cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2, cst n2 vmb xx vvi: (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1497 If the Lord should have said concerning any one soul, I do so highly prize this soul, If the Lord should have said Concerning any one soul, I do so highly prize this soul, cs dt n1 vmd vhi vvn vvg d crd n1, pns11 vdb av av-j vvi d n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1498 and account the worth of it to be such, as rather than it shall perish I'le disolve heaven and earth, heaven and earth shall perish rather than this soul shall perish, you will say, this had been a great testimony of Gods esteem of a soul: and account the worth of it to be such, as rather than it shall perish I'll dissolve heaven and earth, heaven and earth shall perish rather than this soul shall perish, you will say, this had been a great testimony of God's esteem of a soul: cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vbi d, c-acp av-c cs pn31 vmb vvi pns11|vmb vvi n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av-c cs d n1 vmb vvi, pn22 vmb vvi, d vhd vbn dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1499 But know that the Gospel holds forth a higher esteem of a soul than this comes to, But know that the Gospel holds forth a higher esteem of a soul than this comes to, cc-acp vvb cst dt n1 vvz av dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 cs d vvz p-acp, (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1500 when God shal say, Rather than this, and the other soul shall perish, I'le send my Son to be made a Curse; This the Gospel holds forth; when God shall say, Rather than this, and the other soul shall perish, I'll send my Son to be made a Curse; This the Gospel holds forth; c-crq np1 vmb vvi, av-c cs d, cc dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi, pns11|vmb vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1; d dt n1 vvz av; (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1501 this is infinitly a higher price that God puts upon a soul: this is infinitely a higher price that God puts upon a soul: d vbz av-j dt jc n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1502 You know therfore what the Apostle saith in 1 Pet. 1. 18, 19. Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed (saith he) with corruptible things; as silver, and gold: You know Therefore what the Apostle Says in 1 Pet. 1. 18, 19. Forasmuch as you know that you were not redeemed (Says he) with corruptible things; as silver, and gold: pn22 vvb av q-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp crd np1 crd crd, crd av c-acp pn22 vvb cst pn22 vbdr xx vvn (vvz pns31) p-acp j n2; c-acp n1, cc n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1503 Then in the 19. verse, But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a Lamb without blemish, or without spot: 'Tis not silver and gold: Then in the 19. verse, But with the precious blood of christ, as of a Lamb without blemish, or without spot: It's not silver and gold: av p-acp dt crd n1, p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1: pn31|vbz xx n1 cc n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 85
1504 or any corruptible thing that can redeem you, but the precious blood of Jesus Christ, Oh that blood, that's more precious than the world, or any corruptible thing that can Redeem you, but the precious blood of jesus christ, O that blood, that's more precious than the world, cc d j n1 cst vmb vvi pn22, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1, uh cst n1, d|vbz av-dc j cs dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 86
1505 even all the world must let the redemption of a soul alone for ever, all the Angels in Heaven if they would have joyned together to have redeem'd a soul, even all the world must let the redemption of a soul alone for ever, all the Angels in Heaven if they would have joined together to have redeemed a soul, av d dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j p-acp av, d dt n2 p-acp n1 cs pns32 vmd vhi vvn av pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 86
1506 and would have ventured themselves to have been destroyed for ever that they might have redeem'd a soul, it would not have been, they must all let the redemption of a soul alone for ever; and would have ventured themselves to have been destroyed for ever that they might have redeemed a soul, it would not have been, they must all let the redemption of a soul alone for ever; cc vmd vhi vvn px32 pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp av cst pns32 vmd vhi vvn dt n1, pn31 vmd xx vhi vbn, pns32 vmb d vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j p-acp av; (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 86
1507 the matter then of the redemption of a soul is more than we are aware of, the matter then of the redemption of a soul is more than we Are aware of, dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-dc cs pns12 vbr j pp-f, (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 86
1508 and we could never have come to have known this but by the Gospel of Jesus Christ: and we could never have come to have known this but by the Gospel of jesus christ: cc pns12 vmd av-x vhi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn d cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 86
1509 The full price of a soul is writ down by the finger of Gods Spirit in the Gospel of Christ, which is only this, The Blood of the Son of God, the Blood of the Son of God. The full price of a soul is writ down by the finger of God's Spirit in the Gospel of christ, which is only this, The Blood of the Son of God, the Blood of the Son of God. dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz av-j d, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 174 Page 86
1510 Well then, let our Conversation be as becomes this that is held forth in this Gospel, that's thus, Manifesting in your Conversation that you set a high price upon your souls: Well then, let our Conversation be as becomes this that is held forth in this Gospel, that's thus, Manifesting in your Conversation that you Set a high price upon your Souls: av av, vvb po12 n1 vbi c-acp vvz d cst vbz vvn av p-acp d n1, d|vbz av, vvg p-acp po22 n1 cst pn22 vvb dt j n1 p-acp po22 n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 175 Page 86
1511 do not venture your souls upon nothing; do not venture your Souls upon nothing; vdb xx vvi po22 n2 p-acp pix; (11) sermon (DIV2) 175 Page 86
1512 Oh how unbeseeming is this, that when God shall set such a price upon a soul, O how unbeseeming is this, that when God shall Set such a price upon a soul, uh q-crq j vbz d, cst c-crq np1 vmb vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 175 Page 86
1513 as to give for the redemption of it more than ten thousand thousand worlds are worth, as to give for the redemption of it more than ten thousand thousand world's Are worth, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av-dc cs crd crd crd n2 vbr j, (11) sermon (DIV2) 175 Page 86
1514 yet that a man or woman that professes themselves to be Christians shall venture the loss of their souls for the getting of sixpence or twelvepence, hazard those immortal Jewels for one or two minutes of sensual pleasure, to satisfie the lusts of the flesh; yet that a man or woman that Professes themselves to be Christians shall venture the loss of their Souls for the getting of sixpence or twelvepence, hazard those immortal Jewels for one or two minutes of sensual pleasure, to satisfy the Lustiest of the Flesh; av cst dt n1 cc n1 cst vvz px32 pc-acp vbi np1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2 cc n2, vvb d j n2 p-acp crd cc crd n2 pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 175 Page 86
1515 what is it else, when such will lye or cosen for a little while for thick clay? For the Lords sake, do not lay down thy everlasting soul at stake for a little gain, some for a little credit; what is it Else, when such will lie or Cousin for a little while for thick clay? For the lords sake, do not lay down thy everlasting soul At stake for a little gain, Some for a little credit; q-crq vbz pn31 av, c-crq d vmb vvi cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp j n1? p-acp dt n2 n1, vdb xx vvi a-acp po21 j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, d p-acp dt j n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 175 Page 86
1516 art thou a Christian? didst ever reade the Gospel, man or woman didst thou ever hear of Christ? and dost thou know what the death of Christ meant? and wherefore Christ came into the world? must Heaven and earth be mov'd to provide a way to ransom souls? and dost thou set them at so low a rate? Oh how unbeseeming is this to the Gospel? art thou a Christian? didst ever read the Gospel, man or woman didst thou ever hear of christ? and dost thou know what the death of christ meant? and Wherefore christ Come into the world? must Heaven and earth be moved to provide a Way to ransom Souls? and dost thou Set them At so low a rate? O how unbeseeming is this to the Gospel? vb2r pns21 dt njp? vdd2 av vvi dt n1, n1 cc n1 vdd2 pns21 av vvi pp-f np1? cc vd2 pns21 vvi q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd? cc c-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1? vmb n1 cc n1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2? cc vd2 pns21 vvi pno32 p-acp av j dt n1? uh q-crq j vbz d p-acp dt n1? (11) sermon (DIV2) 175 Page 86
1517 And others pawn away their souls, when God manifests what a price he sets upon them, And Others pawn away their Souls, when God manifests what a price he sets upon them, cc n2-jn vvb av po32 n2, c-crq np1 vvz r-crq dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, (11) sermon (DIV2) 176 Page 86
1518 yet will pawn their souls to the very Devil. Quest. yet will pawn their Souls to the very devil. Quest. av vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1. n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 176 Page 86
1519 You will say, Is any man so wicked as to pawn away his soul to the Devil? You will say, Is any man so wicked as to pawn away his soul to the devil? pn22 vmb vvi, vbz d n1 av j c-acp pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1? (11) sermon (DIV2) 177 Page 86
1520 Ans. Yes, When any man will venture upon sin, but upon this condition, I will repent before I die; Ans. Yes, When any man will venture upon since, but upon this condition, I will Repent before I die; np1 uh, c-crq d n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi c-acp pns11 vvb; (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1521 that is, as if I should say thus, Here I give my soul to pawn, that is, as if I should say thus, Here I give my soul to pawn, d vbz, c-acp cs pns11 vmd vvi av, av pns11 vvb po11 n1 pc-acp vvi, (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1522 if I do repent, then I'l have it again, if I do not repent before I die, then it's gone for ever. if I do Repent, then I'll have it again, if I do not Repent before I die, then it's gone for ever. cs pns11 vdb vvi, av pns11|vmb vhi pn31 av, cs pns11 vdb xx vvi c-acp pns11 vvb, av pn31|vbz vvn p-acp av. (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1523 As when you give a pawn, you give it upon these terms, Wel, I give you this, As when you give a pawn, you give it upon these terms, Well, I give you this, p-acp c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1, pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp d n2, uh-av, pns11 vvb pn22 d, (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1524 and if I bring you by such a time so much money, then I'le have it again, and if I bring you by such a time so much money, then I'll have it again, cc cs pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp d dt n1 av d n1, av pns11|vmb vhi pn31 av, (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1525 and if not, then 'tis gone. and if not, then it's gone. cc cs xx, av pn31|vbz vvn. (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1526 So do men and women, they say thus, Here Devil, thou shalt have the possession of my soul all this while so long as I am in a way of sin, So do men and women, they say thus, Here devil, thou shalt have the possession of my soul all this while so long as I am in a Way of since, av vdb n2 cc n2, pns32 vvb av, av n1, pns21 vm2 vhi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 d d n1 av av-j c-acp pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1527 if I do repent, then I must have it again, but if I do not repent before I die, if I do Repent, then I must have it again, but if I do not Repent before I die, cs pns11 vdb vvi, cs pns11 vmb vhi pn31 av, cc-acp cs pns11 vdb xx vvi c-acp pns11 vvb, (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1528 then thou shalt have it for ever. then thou shalt have it for ever. cs pns21 vm2 vhi pn31 p-acp av. (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1529 Now dost thou know the price of a soul? Oh! is this to shew the high price of a soul, that wil pawn your souls thus? And mark to whom you pawn it, you pawn it to the Devil, he hath it all this time, it's in his custody: Now dost thou know the price of a soul? Oh! is this to show the high price of a soul, that will pawn your Souls thus? And mark to whom you pawn it, you pawn it to the devil, he hath it all this time, it's in his custody: av vd2 pns21 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1? uh vbz d pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vmb vvi po22 n2 av? cc vvb p-acp ro-crq pn22 vvb pn31, pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhz pn31 d d n1, pn31|vbz p-acp po31 n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1530 al the while that any one sins upon hope of repentance, (I say) til they repent the Devil hath their souls in his possession, in his hands: all the while that any one Sins upon hope of Repentance, (I say) till they Repent the devil hath their Souls in his possession, in his hands: d dt n1 cst d crd n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (pns11 vvb) c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 vhz po32 n2 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1531 as when you pawn a piece of housholdstuff, til the time that you bring the money, as when you pawn a piece of Household stuff, till the time that you bring the money, c-acp c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 cst pn22 vvb dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1532 so long the man you pawn it to hath the possession of it. And thus do people; so long the man you pawn it to hath the possession of it. And thus do people; av av-j dt n1 pn22 vvb pn31 pc-acp vhz dt n1 pp-f pn31. cc av vdb n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1533 you put your souls into the Devils hands, and upon such a condition that you are not able to perform; you put your Souls into the Devils hands, and upon such a condition that you Are not able to perform; pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt ng1 n2, cc p-acp d dt n1 cst pn22 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi; (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1534 that is, if you repent, you will have it again, if not, he must have it for ever: that is, if you Repent, you will have it again, if not, he must have it for ever: cst vbz, cs pn22 vvb, pn22 vmb vhi pn31 av, cs xx, pns31 vmb vhi pn31 p-acp av: (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1535 Oh friends, you little know what repentance means! O Friends, you little know what Repentance means! uh n2, pn22 av-j vvb r-crq n1 vvz! (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1536 What is it to repent? it requires a mighty work of God, the same power of God that made the world is required to break the heart of a sinner, What is it to Repent? it requires a mighty work of God, the same power of God that made the world is required to break the heart of a sinner, q-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi? pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1, dt d n1 pp-f np1 cst vvd dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1537 so that you put it to pawn upon that that is impossible for you your selves to perform by all the power that you have: so that you put it to pawn upon that that is impossible for you your selves to perform by all the power that you have: av cst pn22 vvd pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp d cst vbz j p-acp pn22 po22 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 cst pn22 vhb: (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1538 Now if a man put a thing to pawn for that which is impossible for him to redeem, it may be, Now if a man put a thing to pawn for that which is impossible for him to Redeem, it may be, av cs dt n1 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi, pn31 vmb vbi, (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1539 if he should have a great many friends that will do some great matter for him, if he should have a great many Friends that will do Some great matter for him, cs pns31 vmd vhi dt j d n2 cst vmb vdi d j n1 p-acp pno31, (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1540 then he may redeem it, but it is beyond his power; then he may Redeem it, but it is beyond his power; cs pns31 vmb vvi pn31, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1541 you will say, there is a great deal of danger then that that pawn shall never be redeemed. you will say, there is a great deal of danger then that that pawn shall never be redeemed. pn22 vmb vvi, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 av cst d n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn. (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1542 So know, when you pawn your souls, you put it into the hands of Satan, So know, when you pawn your Souls, you put it into the hands of Satan, av vvb, c-crq pn22 vvb po22 n2, pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1543 and lock it up in the powers of darknesse, and pawn it for that that you have no power to bring: and lock it up in the Powers of darkness, and pawn it for that that you have no power to bring: cc vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi pn31 p-acp d cst pn22 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi: (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1544 Do you prize the Gospel? and know what a price God hath set upon souls? O then take heed and set a greater prise upon your souls than to pawn them away for every trifle, a thing of naught. Do you prize the Gospel? and know what a price God hath Set upon Souls? O then take heed and Set a greater prize upon your Souls than to pawn them away for every trifle, a thing of nought. vdb pn22 vvi dt n1? cc vvb r-crq dt n1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp n2? sy av vvb n1 cc vvi dt jc n1 p-acp po22 n2 cs pc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f pix. (11) sermon (DIV2) 178 Page 87
1545 And then, If this be held forth in the Gospel, O then do not pollute and defile you souls with sin as you do from time to time. And then, If this be held forth in the Gospel, Oh then do not pollute and defile you Souls with since as you do from time to time. cc av, cs d vbb vvn av p-acp dt n1, uh av vdb xx vvi cc vvi pn22 n2 p-acp n1 c-acp pn22 vdb p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 179 Page 88
1546 God hath a high esteem of them, have you a high esteem of them likewise. God hath a high esteem of them, have you a high esteem of them likewise. np1 vhz dt j n1 pp-f pno32, vhb pn22 dt j n1 pp-f pno32 av. (11) sermon (DIV2) 179 Page 88
1547 Do not make your souls drudges and scuullions to your bodies, only to make use of your souls to provide for the satisfying of the lusts of the flesh, Do not make your Souls drudges and scuullions to your bodies, only to make use of your Souls to provide for the satisfying of the Lustiest of the Flesh, vdb xx vvi po22 n2 n2 cc n2 p-acp po22 n2, av-j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po22 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 179 Page 88
1548 as many men and women have no other use of their precious immortal souls all their lives, as many men and women have no other use of their precious immortal Souls all their lives, c-acp d n2 cc n2 vhb dx j-jn n1 pp-f po32 j j n2 d po32 n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 179 Page 88
1549 but only their souls are imployed to be slaves for the lusts of their flesh: but only their Souls Are employed to be slaves for the Lustiest of their Flesh: cc-acp av-j po32 n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 179 Page 88
1550 Oh! are these the souls that must cost the blood of Christ, that God hath put such a price upon? surely you do not know the Gospel nor Jesus Christ. Oh! Are these the Souls that must cost the blood of christ, that God hath put such a price upon? surely you do not know the Gospel nor jesus christ. uh vbr d dt n2 cst vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cst np1 vhz vvn d dt n1 p-acp? av-j pn22 vdb xx vvi dt n1 ccx np1 np1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 179 Page 88
1551 If I should tel you what Phylosophers say of the soul, of mens immortal eternal souls (though this be now doubted, If I should tell you what Philosophers say of the soul, of men's immortal Eternal Souls (though this be now doubted, cs pns11 vmd vvi pn22 r-crq n2 vvb pp-f dt n1, pp-f ng2 j j n2 (cs d vbb av vvn, (11) sermon (DIV2) 179 Page 88
1552 yet it was plentifully known among the Heathens) these would be but dry things to you in comparison of this, to tell you that Jesus Christ hath died to redeem souls, theres more in this than in al the arguments that possibly can be brought to shew the excellency of the soul of man. yet it was plentifully known among the heathens) these would be but dry things to you in comparison of this, to tell you that jesus christ hath died to Redeem Souls, theres more in this than in all the Arguments that possibly can be brought to show the excellency of the soul of man. av pn31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n2-jn) d vmd vbi p-acp j n2 p-acp pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f d, pc-acp vvi pn22 cst np1 np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi n2, pc-acp|vbz av-dc p-acp d cs p-acp d dt n2 cst av-j vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 179 Page 88
1553 Oh then, likewise let your Conversation be as becomes this of the Gospel, in your care of the souls of those that are committed to your care and charge. O then, likewise let your Conversation be as becomes this of the Gospel, in your care of the Souls of those that Are committed to your care and charge. uh av, av vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz d pp-f dt n1, p-acp po22 n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d cst vbr vvn p-acp po22 n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 180 Page 88
1554 Do you profess the Gospel? then you profess withal that God so esteemed of a soul, that he gave the life and blood of his Son to ransom a soul; Do you profess the Gospel? then you profess withal that God so esteemed of a soul, that he gave the life and blood of his Son to ransom a soul; vdb pn22 vvi dt n1? cs pn22 vvb av cst np1 av vvn pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vvd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 180 Page 88
1555 Oh then, really demonstrate that you do highly esteem of the souls of your children, O then, really demonstrate that you do highly esteem of the Souls of your children, uh av, av-j vvi cst pn22 vdb av-j vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f po22 n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 180 Page 88
1556 and servants, by walking convincingly before them, that you may do all the good you can to them, by instructing of them, by praying for them, and with them; and Servants, by walking convincingly before them, that you may do all the good you can to them, by instructing of them, by praying for them, and with them; cc n2, p-acp vvg av-vvg a-acp pno32, cst pn22 vmb vdi d dt j pn22 vmb p-acp pno32, p-acp vvg pp-f pno32, p-acp vvg p-acp pno32, cc p-acp pno32; (11) sermon (DIV2) 180 Page 88
1557 and so before all your friends and acquaintance, let such kind of meditations work thus in you as these, Oh Lord, and so before all your Friends and acquaintance, let such kind of meditations work thus in you as these, O Lord, cc av p-acp d po22 n2 cc n1, vvb d n1 pp-f n2 vvb av p-acp pn22 p-acp d, uh n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 180 Page 88
1558 since I came to know the Gospel, I have learn'd what a high price thou hast put upon souls, Lord, this shall make me for evermore to value souls at a higher rate than heretofore I have done. since I Come to know the Gospel, I have learned what a high price thou hast put upon Souls, Lord, this shall make me for evermore to valve Souls At a higher rate than heretofore I have done. c-acp pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn r-crq dt j n1 pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp n2, n1, d vmb vvi pno11 p-acp av pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt jc n1 cs av pns11 vhb vdn. (11) sermon (DIV2) 180 Page 88
1559 Oh it were an excellent point to urge upon Ministers, who are charged with many souls, Oh let them so watch over them, pray for them, O it were an excellent point to urge upon Ministers, who Are charged with many Souls, O let them so watch over them, pray for them, uh pn31 vbdr dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp d n2, uh vvb pno32 av vvi p-acp pno32, vvb p-acp pno32, (11) sermon (DIV2) 180 Page 88
1560 and preach to them all the Counsels of God, both in season and out of season, that in the great Day of Christ, they may be cleer of the blood of all men, as Paul was. and preach to them all the Counsels of God, both in season and out of season, that in the great Day of christ, they may be clear of the blood of all men, as Paul was. cc vvi p-acp pno32 d dt n2 pp-f np1, av-d p-acp n1 cc av pp-f n1, cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2, c-acp np1 vbds. (11) sermon (DIV2) 180 Page 88
1561 And that's the seventh thing that the Gospel holds forth unto us, The preciousness of souls; And that's the seventh thing that the Gospel holds forth unto us, The preciousness of Souls; cc d|vbz dt ord n1 cst dt n1 vvz av p-acp pno12, dt n1 pp-f n2; (11) sermon (DIV2) 180 Page 88
1562 and let your Conversations be as becomes this great point of the Gospel. and let your Conversations be as becomes this great point of the Gospel. cc vvb po22 n2 vbb c-acp vvz d j n1 pp-f dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 180 Page 88
1563 But then Eighthly, which is as principal a one almost as any and neerly concerns us, and that's this: But then Eighthly, which is as principal a one almost as any and nearly concerns us, and that's this: cc-acp av j, r-crq vbz a-acp j-jn dt crd av c-acp d cc av-j vvz pno12, cc d|vbz d: (11) sermon (DIV2) 181 Page 89
1564 The Gospel discovers unto us, the great honor that God hath put upon humane Nature above the Angels. The Gospel discovers unto us, the great honour that God hath put upon humane Nature above the Angels. dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12, dt j n1 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n2. (11) sermon (DIV2) 181 Page 89
1565 This could never have been known but by the Gospel, this is as proper a thing to the Gospel as any I have spoken of: This could never have been known but by the Gospel, this is as proper a thing to the Gospel as any I have spoken of: d vmd av-x vhi vbn vvn cc-acp p-acp dt n1, d vbz a-acp j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp d pns11 vhb vvn pp-f: (11) sermon (DIV2) 181 Page 89
1566 And one special design that God had in the Gospel, was, To reveal those thoughts and counsels that he had from al eternity, to put mighty and great Excellencies upon our humane Nature in these two particulars. And one special Design that God had in the Gospel, was, To reveal those thoughts and Counsels that he had from all eternity, to put mighty and great Excellencies upon our humane Nature in these two particulars. cc crd j n1 cst np1 vhd p-acp dt n1, vbds, pc-acp vvi d n2 cc n2 cst pns31 vhd p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi j cc j n2 p-acp po12 j n1 p-acp d crd n2-j. (11) sermon (DIV2) 181 Page 89
1567 First, In the Personal Ʋnion of Mans Nature to the second Person in Trinity; That's the first, and great way of honor that God hath crowned human Nature with. First, In the Personal Ʋnion of men Nature to the second Person in Trinity; That's the First, and great Way of honour that God hath crowned human Nature with. ord, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f ng1 n1 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp np1; d|vbz dt ord, cc j n1 pp-f n1 cst np1 vhz vvn j n1 p-acp. (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 89
1568 Hence the Apostle in 1 Tim. 1. 6. Without controversie, great is the mysterie of godliness. Hence the Apostle in 1 Tim. 1. 6. Without controversy, great is the mystery of godliness. av dt n1 p-acp crd np1 crd crd p-acp n1, j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 89
1569 What is it? God was manifested in the flesh. God manifested in the flesh! that's a great mystery of godliness. What is it? God was manifested in the Flesh. God manifested in the Flesh! that's a great mystery of godliness. q-crq vbz pn31? np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1. np1 vvd p-acp dt n1! d|vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 89
1570 Now it could not be such a mystery, if God had only taken an humane shape upon Him, (for so it was in the time of the Law) Jesus Christ often took humane shape; Now it could not be such a mystery, if God had only taken an humane shape upon Him, (for so it was in the time of the Law) jesus christ often took humane shape; av pn31 vmd xx vbi d dt n1, cs np1 vhd av-j vvn dt j n1 p-acp pno31, (c-acp av pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) np1 np1 av vvd j n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 89
1571 as when He strove with Jacob, it was Jesus Christ, as might easily appear. But great is the mysterie of godliness, without controversie it's great. God manifested in the flesh: as when He strove with Jacob, it was jesus christ, as might Easily appear. But great is the mystery of godliness, without controversy it's great. God manifested in the Flesh: c-acp c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1, pn31 vbds np1 np1, c-acp vmd av-j vvi. p-acp j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pn31|vbz j. np1 vvn p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 89
1572 that is, God taking flesh of man into a personal union, which is more fully exprest in John, 1. 4. The Word was made flesh. that is, God taking Flesh of man into a personal Union, which is more Fully expressed in John, 1. 4. The Word was made Flesh. cst vbz, np1 vvg n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz av-dc av-j vvn p-acp np1, crd crd dt n1 vbds vvn n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 89
1573 This was a strange speech, but proper to the Gospel. This was a strange speech, but proper to the Gospel. d vbds dt j n1, cc-acp j p-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 89
1574 An Heathen would have thought this a strange speech, and especially if he knew, that by the Word was meant, He that was true and eternal God. an Heathen would have Thought this a strange speech, and especially if he knew, that by the Word was meant, He that was true and Eternal God. dt j-jn vmd vhi vvn d dt j n1, cc av-j cs pns31 vvd, cst p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn, pns31 cst vbds j cc j np1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 89
1575 And then, in Heb. 2. 16. it is said, That Christ did not take the Nature of Angels upon him; but the seed of Abraham. And then, in Hebrew 2. 16. it is said, That christ did not take the Nature of Angels upon him; but the seed of Abraham. cc av, p-acp np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn, cst np1 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno31; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 89
1576 So that it appears by the personal union of our Natures to the Son of God, God hath advanced human Nature above Angels, above all creatures. So that it appears by the personal Union of our Nature's to the Son of God, God hath advanced human Nature above Angels, above all creatures. av cst pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 vhz vvn j n1 p-acp n2, p-acp d n2. (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 89
1577 Truly my Brethren, in Christs taking our Nature upon Him, which the Gospel holds forth to us, me thinks we may see God (as it were) resolving to do a work from Himself, to the uttermost, to manifest the uttermost of his glory in a work out of Himself, the work of God within Himself, it is, His eternal generation, Truly my Brothers, in Christ taking our Nature upon Him, which the Gospel holds forth to us, me thinks we may see God (as it were) resolving to do a work from Himself, to the uttermost, to manifest the uttermost of his glory in a work out of Himself, the work of God within Himself, it is, His Eternal generation, np1 po11 n2, p-acp npg1 vvg po12 n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq dt n1 vvz av p-acp pno12, pno11 vvz pns12 vmb vvi np1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvg pc-acp vdi dt n1 p-acp px31, p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 av pp-f px31, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp px31, pn31 vbz, po31 j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 89
1578 and the possession of the holy Ghost: and the possession of the holy Ghost: cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 89
1579 but now God would work out of Himself, and work out of Himself to the uttermost extent; but now God would work out of Himself, and work out of Himself to the uttermost extent; cc-acp av np1 vmd vvi av pp-f px31, cc vvi av pp-f px31 p-acp dt j n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 89
1580 I'le make a world (saith God,) Heavens and Earth by my Word. But this is not such a glorious work as I am able to do: I'll make a world (Says God,) Heavens and Earth by my Word. But this is not such a glorious work as I am able to do: pns11|vmb vvi dt n1 (vvz np1,) n2 cc n1 p-acp po11 n1. p-acp d vbz xx d dt j n1 c-acp pns11 vbm j pc-acp vdi: (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 89
1581 I could make ten thousand worlds, and when I have made them I could make as many more, and more glorious: I could make ten thousand world's, and when I have made them I could make as many more, and more glorious: pns11 vmd vvi crd crd n2, cc c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32 pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d dc, cc av-dc j: (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1582 But I would do some work wherein I might manifest even the uttermost of my glory: But I would do Some work wherein I might manifest even the uttermost of my glory: cc-acp pns11 vmd vdi d n1 c-crq pns11 vmd vvi av dt j pp-f po11 n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1583 What work is that? that is, The work that God pitcht upon, He would do one work from without to manifest the uttermost of his glory, What work is that? that is, The work that God pitched upon, He would do one work from without to manifest the uttermost of his glory, q-crq n1 vbz d? d vbz, dt n1 cst np1 vvd p-acp, pns31 vmd vdi pi n1 p-acp p-acp pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1584 and the Lord rather pitches upon this, To take the nature of Man into a personal union with His Son, that's the uttermost: and the Lord rather pitches upon this, To take the nature of Man into a personal Union with His Son, that's the uttermost: cc dt n1 av-c vvz p-acp d, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, d|vbz dt j: (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1585 And it is impossible that Men or Angels, if they were left to all eternity to imagin, could think of a work that it were possible for God to express more of His power, wisdom, and glory in: And it is impossible that Men or Angels, if they were left to all eternity to imagine, could think of a work that it were possible for God to express more of His power, Wisdom, and glory in: cc pn31 vbz j cst n2 cc n2, cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi, vmd vvi pp-f dt n1 cst pn31 vbdr j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dc pp-f po31 n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp: (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1586 but we know but little of it now, but we shall know more in Heaven. Now, Oh how hath God honored humane Nature in this! but we know but little of it now, but we shall know more in Heaven. Now, O how hath God honoured humane Nature in this! cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp j pp-f pn31 av, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi av-dc p-acp n1. av, uh q-crq vhz np1 vvn j n1 p-acp d! (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1587 That when He would do a work to the utmost of His Excellency, that He would pitch upon Mans Nature, to take it into Personal Union with Himself; That when He would do a work to the utmost of His Excellency, that He would pitch upon men Nature, to take it into Personal union with Himself; cst c-crq pns31 vmd vdi dt n1 p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j n1 p-acp px31; (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1588 here's the mystery of the Gospel: here's the mystery of the Gospel: av|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1589 now this is indeed the marrow of the mysterie of the Gospel, The Word made flesh: the second Person in Trinity taking Mans Nature upon Him; now this is indeed the marrow of the mystery of the Gospel, The Word made Flesh: the second Person in Trinity taking men Nature upon Him; av d vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vvd n1: dt ord n1 p-acp np1 vvg n2 n1 p-acp pno31; (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1590 This is the mystery of the Gospel that Angels and Saints admire at, and shall be taken up to all eternity in admiring and praising and magnifying God for. This is the mystery of the Gospel that Angels and Saints admire At, and shall be taken up to all eternity in admiring and praising and magnifying God for. d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp, cc vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg cc vvg np1 p-acp. (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1591 That's the first way of Gods honoring Mans Nature. That's the First Way of God's honouring men Nature. d|vbz dt ord n1 pp-f ng1 vvg n2 n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1592 And then, there is a second thing which the Gospel reveals, and that's this, In putting honor not only upon the Nature of Man, And then, there is a second thing which the Gospel reveals, and that's this, In putting honour not only upon the Nature of Man, cc av, pc-acp vbz dt ord n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz, cc d|vbz d, p-acp vvg n1 xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1593 as having soul and body, but putting a mighty honor upon the very Body of Man, the meanest and the very lowest part of Man, the very shel, outside, rine and case of Man: as having soul and body, but putting a mighty honour upon the very Body of Man, the Meanest and the very lowest part of Man, the very shel, outside, rind and case of Man: c-acp vhg n1 cc n1, cc-acp vvg dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt js cc dt av js n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1, av-an, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1594 that you have in 1 Cor. 6. 19. What, know ye not that your bodie is the temple of the holy Ghost, which is in you? Your body is the Temple of the holy Ghost. that you have in 1 Cor. 6. 19. What, know you not that your body is the temple of the holy Ghost, which is in you? Your body is the Temple of the holy Ghost. cst pn22 vhb p-acp crd np1 crd crd q-crq, vvb pn22 xx d po22 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbz p-acp pn22? po22 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1595 You have no such thing revealed in the old Testament, this comes by the light of the Gospel, that the Lord hath made the bodies of the Saints to be Temples to the holy Ghost, that the holy Ghost dwels in their very Bodies as in a Temple; You have no such thing revealed in the old Testament, this comes by the Light of the Gospel, that the Lord hath made the bodies of the Saints to be Temples to the holy Ghost, that the holy Ghost dwells in their very Bodies as in a Temple; pn22 vhb dx d n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1, d vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp dt j n1, cst dt j n1 vvz p-acp po32 j n2 c-acp p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1596 as the King in his Pallace, so the holy Ghost in His Temple: as the King in his Palace, so the holy Ghost in His Temple: c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, av dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1597 Now these two are great things revealed in the Gospel, and had we but a cleer understanding of these two things, Oh! it would mightily elevate our spirits. Now these two Are great things revealed in the Gospel, and had we but a clear understanding of these two things, Oh! it would mightily elevate our spirits. av d crd vbr j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vhd pns12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d crd n2, uh pn31 vmd av-j vvi po12 n2. (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 90
1598 And Conversations sutable to these two particulars surely must needs be a high raised Conversation. As now for instance, And Conversations suitable to these two particulars surely must needs be a high raised Conversation. As now for instance, cc n2 j p-acp d crd n2-jn av-j vmb av vbi dt j vvn n1. p-acp av c-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 182 Page 91
1599 3. In the personal union of our natures with the second Person in Trinity: 3. In the personal Union of our nature's with the second Person in Trinity: crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp np1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1600 Oh how should this raise up our hearts and we should manifest the elevation of our spirits in our Conversation, O how should this raise up our hearts and we should manifest the elevation of our spirits in our Conversation, uh q-crq vmd d vvi a-acp po12 n2 cc pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp po12 n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1601 so as it becomes those that may expect great things from God, surely that God that hath honoured our natures so, so as it becomes those that may expect great things from God, surely that God that hath honoured our nature's so, av c-acp pn31 vvz d cst vmb vvi j n2 p-acp np1, av-j cst np1 cst vhz vvn po12 n2 av, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1602 as to be personally united to his Son, he doth intend great things to some of the children of men, as to be personally united to his Son, he does intend great things to Some of the children of men, c-acp pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vdz vvi j n2 p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1603 as now, Suppose you that are the poorest and meanest here in this Congregation, you had a Sister that were married to the greatest Emperor in the world, as now, Suppose you that Are the Poorest and Meanest Here in this Congregation, you had a Sister that were married to the greatest Emperor in the world, c-acp av, vvb pn22 cst vbr dt js cc js av p-acp d n1, pn22 vhd dt n1 cst vbdr vvn p-acp dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1604 yea, to one that were Emperor of all the whol Earth; yea, to one that were Emperor of all the Whole Earth; uh, p-acp pi cst vbdr n1 pp-f d dt j-jn n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1605 now you would think to live another kind of life than you did before, were it beseeming such a man to live now upon scraping of Chanels, now you would think to live Another kind of life than you did before, were it beseeming such a man to live now upon scraping of Channels, av pn22 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cs pn22 vdd a-acp, vbdr pn31 n-vvg d dt n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp vvg pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1606 or wiping of horse heels, (or any mean imployment,) when his Sister is married to the only Monarch of all the whol earth, or wiping of horse heels, (or any mean employment,) when his Sister is married to the only Monarch of all the Whole earth, cc vvg pp-f n1 n2, (cc d j n1,) c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d dt j-jn n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1607 surely he may think now, I must live at a higher rate, for I may expect something by this: surely he may think now, I must live At a higher rate, for I may expect something by this: av-j pns31 vmb vvi av, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt jc n1, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pi p-acp d: (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1608 So should every one of the children of men think thus, indeed I have liv'd in a mean base way, the humane nature of mine hath been basely subject to filthy lusts, all my daies, I have been a bondslave to sin and Satan, So should every one of the children of men think thus, indeed I have lived in a mean base Way, the humane nature of mine hath been basely Subject to filthy Lustiest, all my days, I have been a bondslave to since and Satan, av vmd d pi pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 vvb av, av pns11 vhb vvd p-acp dt j j n1, dt j n1 pp-f png11 vhz vbn av-j j-jn p-acp j n2, d po11 n2, pns11 vhb vbn dt n1 p-acp n1 cc np1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1609 but when I come to hear of the Gospel, I hear that the second Person in Trinity, God blessed for ever, equal with the Father, that is the Heir of all things, that he hath not married my humane nature, but when I come to hear of the Gospel, I hear that the second Person in Trinity, God blessed for ever, equal with the Father, that is the Heir of all things, that he hath not married my humane nature, cc-acp c-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1, pns11 vvb cst dt ord n1 p-acp np1, np1 vvn p-acp av, j-jn p-acp dt n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, cst pns31 vhz xx vvn po11 j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1610 but hath taken it into a personal union with himself, and is become my kinsman, my neer kinsman, hath taken this into the neerest union as is possible for a creature to be taken into with God: but hath taken it into a personal Union with himself, and is become my kinsman, my near kinsman, hath taken this into the nearest Union as is possible for a creature to be taken into with God: cc-acp vhz vvn pn31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp px31, cc vbz vvn po11 n1, po11 av-j n1, vhz vvn d p-acp dt js n1 c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp np1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1611 Oh let us be raised then in our thoughts, to think, surely God intends higher things for some of the children of men, O let us be raised then in our thoughts, to think, surely God intends higher things for Some of the children of men, uh vvb pno12 vbi vvn av p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vvi, av-j np1 vvz jc n2 p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1612 than to eat and drink, and satisfie the flesh, and be brutish here in the world, there are higher things that God will do for mankind, than to eat and drink, and satisfy the Flesh, and be brutish Here in the world, there Are higher things that God will do for mankind, cs pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc vvi dt n1, cc vbi j av p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbr jc n2 cst np1 vmb vdi p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1613 and why not for me? I am not excluded no more than others? It was a speech I remember of Seneca, (though a Heathen) I am greater (saith he) and I am born to greater things than to be a slave to my body: A Heathen could say so: and why not for me? I am not excluded no more than Others? It was a speech I Remember of Senecca, (though a Heathen) I am greater (Says he) and I am born to greater things than to be a slave to my body: A Heathen could say so: cc q-crq xx p-acp pno11? pns11 vbm xx vvn av-dx av-dc cs n2-jn? pn31 vbds dt n1 pns11 vvb pp-f np1, (cs dt j-jn) pns11 vbm jc (vvz pns31) cc pns11 vbm vvn p-acp jc n2 cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp po11 n1: dt j-jn vmd vvi av: (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1614 Oh but when we hear of humane nature so advanced and enthroned in Christ, we should think with our selves, that any one that hath humanity in them is born to higher things, O but when we hear of humane nature so advanced and Enthroned in christ, we should think with our selves, that any one that hath humanity in them is born to higher things, uh p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb pp-f j n1 av vvn cc vvn p-acp np1, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, cst d pi cst vhz n1 p-acp pno32 vbz vvn p-acp jc n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1615 than to make provision for the flesh to fulfil the lusts thereof: than to make provision for the Flesh to fulfil the Lustiest thereof: cs pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 av: (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 91
1616 What wilt thou be a slave to the Devil now? Thou hearest how God hath dignified the nature of man into so neer a union with himself, Oh doth not this mysterie of the Gospel call to all the children of men? Oh all you children of men! What wilt thou be a slave to the devil now? Thou Hearst how God hath dignified the nature of man into so near a Union with himself, O does not this mystery of the Gospel call to all the children of men? O all you children of men! q-crq vm2 pns21 vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av? pns21 vv2 c-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp av av-j dt n1 p-acp px31, uh vdz xx d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2? uh av-d pn22 n2 pp-f n2! (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1617 Behold what God hath done for man kind! Behold what God hath done for man kind! vvb r-crq np1 vhz vdn p-acp n1 n1! (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1618 surely the thoughts of God for man-kind are great and glorious, there be higher things you may attain unto, surely the thoughts of God for mankind Are great and glorious, there be higher things you may attain unto, av-j dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vbr j cc j, pc-acp vbi jc n2 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1619 and will you yet perish, and chuse your portion here in this world, and be groveling on the ground, and will you yet perish, and choose your portion Here in this world, and be groveling on the ground, cc vmb pn22 av vvi, cc vvb po22 n1 av p-acp d n1, cc vbi vvg p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1620 as if there were no higher thoughts that God had for your good, than meerly to live as brute beasts, to eat and drink, as if there were no higher thoughts that God had for your good, than merely to live as brutus beasts, to eat and drink, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dx jc n2 cst np1 vhd p-acp po22 j, cs av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1621 and then rise up to play? Oh if God hath advanced mans nature so, do not despise it in the meanest of the children of men, the lowest servant, and then rise up to play? O if God hath advanced men nature so, do not despise it in the Meanest of the children of men, the lowest servant, cc av vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi? uh cs n1 vhz vvn ng1 n1 av, vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt js pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, dt js n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1622 or poorest boy that lies begging at your door for a piece of bread, (for it is of the same kind that is united in a personal union with the second Person in Trinity, of the same nature which this poor boy that lies begging at your door for broken bread and meat) therefore honor humane nature in every one, or Poorest boy that lies begging At your door for a piece of bred, (for it is of the same kind that is united in a personal Union with the second Person in Trinity, of the same nature which this poor boy that lies begging At your door for broken bred and meat) Therefore honour humane nature in every one, cc js n1 cst vvz vvg p-acp po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (c-acp pn31 vbz pp-f dt d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp np1, pp-f dt d n1 r-crq d j n1 cst vvz vvg p-acp po22 n1 p-acp j-vvn n1 cc n1) av vvi j n1 p-acp d crd, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1623 and do not vilifie it in thy self; and do not vilify it in thy self; cc vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp po21 n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1624 those men that live under the Gospel and vilifie humane nature, they put a dishonour upon Jesus Christ. those men that live under the Gospel and vilify humane nature, they put a dishonour upon jesus christ. d n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 cc vvi j n1, pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1 np1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1625 And even reverence thy self in private when thou art alone, (I say) reverence thy self, do not abuse thy body, it is the Temple of the holy Ghost. And even Reverence thy self in private when thou art alone, (I say) Reverence thy self, do not abuse thy body, it is the Temple of the holy Ghost. cc av vvb po21 n1 p-acp j c-crq pns21 vb2r j, (pns11 vvb) vvb po21 n1, vdb xx vvi po21 n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1626 Oh remember this all you that are professors of Religion, that these bodies of yours, this flesh of yours (if you be godly and walk answerable to your profession) I say this flesh of yours it is the very Temple of the holy Ghost, do not abuse it; O Remember this all you that Are professors of Religion, that these bodies of yours, this Flesh of yours (if you be godly and walk answerable to your profession) I say this Flesh of yours it is the very Temple of the holy Ghost, do not abuse it; uh vvb d d pn22 cst vbr n2 pp-f n1, cst d n2 pp-f png22, d n1 pp-f png22 (cs pn22 vbb j cc vvi j p-acp po22 n1) pns11 vvb d n1 pp-f png22 pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, vdb xx vvi pn31; (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1627 it's the Apostles argument, Therefore fly fornication, and be not joyned to whores; for your bodies are the temples of the holy Ghost: it's the Apostles argument, Therefore fly fornication, and be not joined to whores; for your bodies Are the Temples of the holy Ghost: pn31|vbz dt n2 n1, av vvi n1, cc vbb xx vvn p-acp n2; p-acp po22 n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt j n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1628 Oh it makes the sin of uncleanness to one that professes the Gospel of Christ a cursed sin, the sin of uncleaness in a professor of the Gospel, it's a thousand thousand times more abominable than the sin of uncleanness in another: O it makes the since of uncleanness to one that Professes the Gospel of christ a cursed since, the since of uncleanness in a professor of the Gospel, it's a thousand thousand times more abominable than the since of uncleanness in Another: uh pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pi cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 dt j-vvn n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31|vbz dt crd crd n2 av-dc j cs dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn: (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1629 why? Because they know how God hath advanced humane nature into a personal union with himself, why? Because they know how God hath advanced humane nature into a personal Union with himself, q-crq? p-acp pns32 vvb c-crq np1 vhz vvn j n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp px31, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1630 and how their bodies are the Temples of the holy Ghost. and how their bodies Are the Temples of the holy Ghost. cc c-crq po32 n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1631 What shal I make the Temple of God a ••y for the unclean spirit, a cage of unclean birds? God forbid. What shall I make the Temple of God a ••y for the unclean Spirit, a cage of unclean Birds? God forbid. q-crq vmb pns11 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f j n2? np1 vvb. (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 92
1632 There hath been a great deal of do about stony Churches and Temples, and you should have a great many base whoremasters plead for the Whore of Rome (the Mistris of all fornications) in bowing, There hath been a great deal of doe about stony Churches and Temples, and you should have a great many base whoremasters plead for the Whore of Room (the Mistress of all fornications) in bowing, pc-acp vhz vbn dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2, cc pn22 vmd vhi dt j d j n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb (dt n1 pp-f d n2) p-acp vvg, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 93
1633 and cringing with Cap, and knee as soon as they set their foot in some of our meeting places; and cringing with Cap, and knee as soon as they Set their foot in Some of our meeting places; cc vvg p-acp n1, cc n1 c-acp av c-acp pns32 vvd po32 n1 p-acp d pp-f po12 n1 n2; (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 93
1634 and in the mean time abuse the Saints which are the Temples of the holy Ghost, and in the mean time abuse the Saints which Are the Temples of the holy Ghost, cc p-acp dt j n1 vvi dt n2 r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 93
1635 and abuse their own bodies, and yet they profess themselves Christians; and abuse their own bodies, and yet they profess themselves Christians; cc vvi po32 d n2, cc av pns32 vvb px32 njpg2; (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 93
1636 Oh now, either deny thy Christianity, or do not abuse thy body to any filthy lust, O now, either deny thy Christianity, or do not abuse thy body to any filthy lust, uh av, d vvb po21 n1, cc vdb xx vvi po21 n1 p-acp d j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 93
1637 for it is the Temple of the holy Ghost. This the Gospel holds forth. And let thy Conversation be now as becomes the Gospel of Jesus Christ; not abusing thy body so; for it is the Temple of the holy Ghost. This the Gospel holds forth. And let thy Conversation be now as becomes the Gospel of jesus christ; not abusing thy body so; c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. np1 dt n1 vvz av. cc vvb po21 n1 vbb av c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; xx vvg po21 n1 av; (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 93
1638 For we see that the Gospel cals for bodily cleanness, as well as spiritual cleanness, For we see that the Gospel calls for bodily cleanness, as well as spiritual cleanness, c-acp pns12 vvb cst dt n1 vvz p-acp j n1, c-acp av c-acp j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 93
1639 and truly I do not know stronger arguments to godliness than these that we have mentioned here in the Gospel: and truly I do not know Stronger Arguments to godliness than these that we have mentioned Here in the Gospel: cc av-j pns11 vdb xx vvi jc n2 p-acp n1 cs d cst pns12 vhb vvn av p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 93
1640 We have gone through three, Gods infinit hatred of sin. The price of souls. And the honor that the Gospel shews that God hath put upon humane nature. We have gone through three, God's infinite hatred of since. The price of Souls. And the honour that the Gospel shows that God hath put upon humane nature. pns12 vhb vvn p-acp crd, ng1 j n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f n2. cc dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp j n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 93
1641 Conversations but becoming these three, would be other manner of Conversations than you have. I shall only speak of a fourth, and that's this. Conversations but becoming these three, would be other manner of Conversations than you have. I shall only speak of a fourth, and that's this. n2 p-acp vvg d crd, vmd vbi j-jn n1 pp-f n2 cs pn22 vhb. pns11 vmb av-j vvi pp-f dt ord, cc d|vbz d. (11) sermon (DIV2) 183 Page 93
1642 4. The Gospel holds forth the greatest example of self-denial that ever was in the world, & by all waies that ever God hath made known his mind, he never hath revealed his will in an example of self-denial so as he hath done in the Gospel, 4. The Gospel holds forth the greatest Exampl of self-denial that ever was in the world, & by all ways that ever God hath made known his mind, he never hath revealed his will in an Exampl of self-denial so as he hath done in the Gospel, crd dt n1 vvz av dt js n1 pp-f n1 cst av vbds p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d n2 cst av np1 vhz vvn vvn po31 n1, pns31 av-x vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av c-acp pns31 vhz vdn p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 93
1643 and that is in the example of the Lord Jesus Christ: God evidenceth there such a work of self-denial, as never was: and that is in the Exampl of the Lord jesus christ: God Evidenceth there such a work of self-denial, as never was: cc d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1: np1 vvz a-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av-x vbds: (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 93
1644 and 'tis impossible to apprehend a greater example of self-denial than that is; though Christ thought it no robbery to be equal with God; and it's impossible to apprehend a greater Exampl of self-denial than that is; though christ Thought it no robbery to be equal with God; cc pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 pp-f n1 cs d vbz; cs np1 vvd pn31 dx n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp np1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 93
1645 reade but the second of the Philippians, vers. 7, 8. and there you may see what Christ was, read but the second of the Philippians, vers. 7, 8. and there you may see what christ was, vvb p-acp dt ord pp-f dt njp2, fw-la. crd, crd cc a-acp pn22 vmb vvi r-crq np1 vbds, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 93
1646 and yet how he emptied himself, how he denied himself in his honor, how vile he was made in the world, and yet how he emptied himself, how he denied himself in his honour, how vile he was made in the world, cc av c-crq pns31 vvn px31, c-crq pns31 vvd px31 p-acp po31 n1, c-crq j pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 93
1647 though he was the brightness of his fathers glory, yet he was made of no reputation; though he was the brightness of his Father's glory, yet he was made of no reputation; cs pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, av pns31 vbds vvn pp-f dx n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 93
1648 how he denied himself in riches, Christ that was the Heir of all things, though he were rich, how he denied himself in riches, christ that was the Heir of all things, though he were rich, c-crq pns31 vvd px31 p-acp n2, np1 cst vbds dt n1 pp-f d n2, cs pns31 vbdr j, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 93
1649 yet he was made poor for us; yet he was made poor for us; av pns31 vbds vvn j p-acp pno12; (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 93
1650 how he denied himself in his pleasures, he was the delight of the Father from all eternity, how he denied himself in his pleasures, he was the delight of the Father from all eternity, c-crq pns31 vvd px31 p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 93
1651 and yet he was made a man of sorrows; and yet he was made a man of sorrows; cc av pns31 vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f n2; (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 93
1652 he denied himself in his life, for he was the Lord of life, and yet he subjected himself to death, to a cursed death for us: he denied himself in his life, for he was the Lord of life, and yet he subjected himself to death, to a cursed death for us: pns31 vvd px31 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av pns31 vvd px31 p-acp n1, p-acp dt j-vvn n1 p-acp pno12: (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 93
1653 Oh the example of Christ in self-denial is the greatest that ever was: O the Exampl of christ in self-denial is the greatest that ever was: uh dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vbz dt js cst av vbds: (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 93
1654 and this seems to be one great end of the humiliation of Jesus Christ to hold forth a preaching pattern of self-denial to the world: and this seems to be one great end of the humiliation of jesus christ to hold forth a preaching pattern of self-denial to the world: cc d vvz pc-acp vbi crd j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 pc-acp vvi av dt vvg n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1655 And there's a great deal more power in the pattern and example of self-denial, then in the commands of self-denial, I only present this to shew you that it is the most unbeseeming the Gospel for any one that professes the Gospel to be selvish, altogether scraping for themselves; And there's a great deal more power in the pattern and Exampl of self-denial, then in the commands of self-denial, I only present this to show you that it is the most unbeseeming the Gospel for any one that Professes the Gospel to be selvish, altogether scraping for themselves; cc pc-acp|vbz dt j n1 dc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns11 av-j vvb d pc-acp vvi pn22 cst pn31 vbz dt av-ds j dt n1 p-acp d pi cst vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, av vvg p-acp px32; (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1656 and whatsoever service they are put upon, except self may have an oare in it, they have no mind to it; and whatsoever service they Are put upon, except self may have an oar in it, they have no mind to it; cc r-crq n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp, c-acp n1 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp pn31, pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp pn31; (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1657 Oh 'tis becoming the Gospel of Jesus Christ for men and women to be emprtied of themselves, no matter what becomes of our selves, O it's becoming the Gospel of jesus christ for men and women to be emprtied of themselves, not matter what becomes of our selves, uh pn31|vbz vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp n2 cc n2 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f px32, xx n1 r-crq vvz pp-f po12 n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1658 but be willing to give up our selves for publick good, to venture your estates, but be willing to give up our selves for public good, to venture your estates, cc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp j j, pc-acp vvi po22 n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1659 and lives, and all your comforts, yea to be swallowed up in the glory of God, to be nothing, that Christ may be all. and lives, and all your comforts, yea to be swallowed up in the glory of God, to be nothing, that christ may be all. cc n2, cc d po22 n2, uh p-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi pix, cst np1 vmb vbi d. (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1660 In the Gospel of Christ, we find that Christ he was swallowed up with the glory of his Father; In the Gospel of christ, we find that christ he was swallowed up with the glory of his Father; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vvb cst np1 pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1661 and he came not to do his own will, but the will of his father that sent him; and he Come not to do his own will, but the will of his father that sent him; cc pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vdi po31 d n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cst vvd pno31; (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1662 and though he was one that had infinitely more excellency than all men and Angels in Heaven and Earth, and though he was one that had infinitely more excellency than all men and Angels in Heaven and Earth, cc cs pns31 vbds pi cst vhd av-j av-dc n1 cs d n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1663 yet he was content for the honor of his Father to be made as a worm and no man, to be trampled under foot, to endure the greatest extremities of all sorts; yet he was content for the honour of his Father to be made as a worm and no man, to be trampled under foot, to endure the greatest extremities of all sorts; av pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc dx n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt js n2 pp-f d n2; (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1664 this holds out an example to us, that while we live in this world we should be taken off from our selves: this holds out an Exampl to us, that while we live in this world we should be taken off from our selves: d vvz av dt n1 p-acp pno12, cst cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 pns12 vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp po12 n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1665 Oh this self-love sticks much in the hearts of men and women: O this Self-love sticks much in the hearts of men and women: uh d n1 vvz d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1666 now upon the example of Christs self-denial, we are required to deny our selves, and it is the proper lesson of the Gospel, He that will follow me, let him deny himself, you never read of such a precept in all the old Testament; (though no question the people of God did deny themselves then,) but in expresse terms so fully you have not such a thing there: now upon the Exampl of Christ self-denial, we Are required to deny our selves, and it is the proper Lesson of the Gospel, He that will follow me, let him deny himself, you never read of such a precept in all the old Testament; (though no question the people of God did deny themselves then,) but in express terms so Fully you have not such a thing there: av p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 cst vmb vvi pno11, vvb pno31 vvi px31, pn22 av-x vvn pp-f d dt n1 p-acp d dt j n1; (cs dx n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd vvi px32 av,) cc-acp p-acp j n2 av av-j pn22 vhb xx d dt n1 a-acp: (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1667 and there's no such rules among the Heathens for a man to deny himself, Let him deny himself; those that know the Original, know that the word is, not only to Deny, but there is that joyned to it that doth encrease the signification, let them deny themselves, throughly, there is a Preposition put to the word, to shew that those that will come to Christ must deny themselves, and there's no such rules among the heathens for a man to deny himself, Let him deny himself; those that know the Original, know that the word is, not only to Deny, but there is that joined to it that does increase the signification, let them deny themselves, thoroughly, there is a Preposition put to the word, to show that those that will come to christ must deny themselves, cc pc-acp|vbz dx d n2 p-acp dt n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31, vvb pno31 vvi px31; d cst vvb dt j-jn, vvb d dt n1 vbz, xx av-j p-acp vvb, p-acp pc-acp vbz d vvn p-acp pn31 cst vdz vvi dt n1, vvb pno32 vvi px32, av-j, a-acp vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi cst d cst vmb vvi p-acp np1 vmb vvi px32, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1668 and that throughly, it is a proper lesson of the Gospel, and the first lesson. and that thoroughly, it is a proper Lesson of the Gospel, and the First Lesson. cc cst av-j, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt ord n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1669 Oh when our Lord and Master hath thus denied himself, and emptied himself for good to us, what is beseeming this Gospel, O when our Lord and Master hath thus denied himself, and emptied himself for good to us, what is beseeming this Gospel, uh c-crq po12 n1 cc n1 vhz av vvn px31, cc vvn px31 p-acp j p-acp pno12, r-crq vbz vvg d n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 94
1670 but that all that are professors of it should deny themselves? It is very unbeseeming the glorious Gospel, but that all that Are professors of it should deny themselves? It is very unbeseeming the glorious Gospel, cc-acp cst d cst vbr n2 pp-f pn31 vmd vvi px32? pn31 vbz av j dt j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1671 for a Christian to be selvish, to have his self-ends, and self-waies, and interests in every thing, for a Christian to be selvish, to have his self-ends, and self-waies, and interests in every thing, p-acp dt njp pc-acp vbi j, pc-acp vhi po31 n2, cc n2, cc n2 p-acp d n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1672 as generally almost al men in the world they are acted by self, some self-ends, as generally almost all men in the world they Are acted by self, Some self-ends, c-acp av-j av d n2 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, d n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1673 or self-excellency carries them on in their actions, or else they have no heart to do any thing; this is unbecoming the Gospel. or self-excellency carries them on in their actions, or Else they have no heart to do any thing; this is unbecoming the Gospel. cc n1 vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp po32 n2, cc av pns32 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vdi d n1; d vbz j dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1674 But now I say, one that would live as becomes the Gospel, must be wholly emptied of himself, whatsoever parts, estate, credit, But now I say, one that would live as becomes the Gospel, must be wholly emptied of himself, whatsoever parts, estate, credit, p-acp av pns11 vvb, pi cst vmd vvi a-acp vvz dt n1, vmb vbi av-jn vvn pp-f px31, r-crq n2, n1, n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1675 or honor he hath in the world, must be melted into the glory of God; or honour he hath in the world, must be melted into the glory of God; cc n1 pns31 vhz p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1676 Jesus Christ for the glory of His Father, was content infinitly to deny Himself more than we can; jesus christ for the glory of His Father, was content infinitely to deny Himself more than we can; np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbds j av-j pc-acp vvi px31 av-dc cs pns12 vmb; (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1677 For what have we to deny our selves of? Do you or I live as becomes the Gospel? when (I say) all that we apprehend to have any excellency in, we have it all swallowed up in the glory of God, For what have we to deny our selves of? Do you or I live as becomes the Gospel? when (I say) all that we apprehend to have any excellency in, we have it all swallowed up in the glory of God, p-acp r-crq vhb pns12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pp-f? vdb pn22 cc pns11 vvb a-acp vvz dt n1? c-crq (pns11 vvb) d cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp, pns12 vhb pn31 d vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1678 when we can dedicate and consecrate our lives, honors, liberties, estates, comforts, and all to the glory of God, when we can dedicate and consecrate our lives, honours, Liberties, estates, comforts, and all to the glory of God, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi po12 n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, cc d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1679 and be as nothing to our selves, and let God be all in all to us, Ministers may bring many reasons why we should deny our selves, and be as nothing to our selves, and let God be all in all to us, Ministers may bring many Reasons why we should deny our selves, cc vbi c-acp pix p-acp po12 n2, cc vvb np1 vbb d p-acp d p-acp pno12, n2 vmb vvi d n2 c-crq pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1680 but all these reasons comes to nothing, till the soul comes to behold the cleer light of the Gospel, but all these Reasons comes to nothing, till the soul comes to behold the clear Light of the Gospel, cc-acp d d n2 vvz p-acp pix, c-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1681 and there beholds the Son of God by faith, how he did empty Himself; and there beholds the Son of God by faith, how he did empty Himself; cc a-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vdd vvi px31; (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1682 nay then, saith a beleeving soul, if the Son of God did deny Himself, was emptied thus for me, Oh then let me be wholly taken off from my self, nay then, Says a believing soul, if the Son of God did deny Himself, was emptied thus for me, O then let me be wholly taken off from my self, uh av, vvz dt j-vvg n1, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd vvi px31, vbds vvn av p-acp pno11, uh av vvb pno11 vbi av-jn vvn a-acp p-acp po11 n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1683 and venture wholly upon God, I must not live in my self, nor live for my self, nor live to my self; and venture wholly upon God, I must not live in my self, nor live for my self, nor live to my self; cc vvi av-jn p-acp np1, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp po11 n1, ccx vvi p-acp po11 n1, ccx vvi p-acp po11 n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1684 but wholly live in God, and for God, and to God, and upon God: Oh this is that which becomes the Gospel of Jesus Christ. but wholly live in God, and for God, and to God, and upon God: O this is that which becomes the Gospel of jesus christ. cc-acp av-jn vvb p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1: uh d vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 95
1685 SERMON VI. PHIL. 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of Christ. SERMON VI. PHILIP. 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of christ. n1 crd. np1. crd crd j vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 184 Page 96
1686 THE Ninth thing that the Gospel holds forth is this, That our Conversation should be sutable to spiritual worship, the spiritual worshiping of God. THE Ninth thing that the Gospel holds forth is this, That our Conversation should be suitable to spiritual worship, the spiritual worshipping of God. dt ord n1 cst dt n1 vvz av vbz d, cst po12 n1 vmd vbi j p-acp j n1, dt j vvg pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 96
1687 The worship that there was in the time of the Law, it was carnal in comparison of what there is in the time of the Gospel: The worship that there was in the time of the Law, it was carnal in comparison of what there is in the time of the Gospel: dt n1 cst a-acp vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbds j p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq a-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 96
1688 And therefore a great part of the worship of God is called, a carnal commandement, and rudiments of the world, and beggerly things; If you reade the 2d of Colossians, there you have strange expressions about that which was even the worship of God: And Therefore a great part of the worship of God is called, a carnal Commandment, and rudiments of the world, and beggarly things; If you read the 2d of colossians, there you have strange expressions about that which was even the worship of God: cc av dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, dt j n1, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc j n2; cs pn22 vvb dt crd pp-f njp2, a-acp pn22 vhb j n2 p-acp d r-crq vbds av dt n1 pp-f np1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 96
1689 and so in the Hebrews divers times. and so in the Hebrews diverse times. cc av p-acp dt np1 j n2. (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 96
1690 But now you know what Christ saith in John 4. to the woman of Samaria, The hour cometh, But now you know what christ Says in John 4. to the woman of Samaria, The hour comes, p-acp av pn22 vvb r-crq np1 vvz p-acp np1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 vvz, (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 96
1691 when ye shall neither in this Mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem worship the Father: when you shall neither in this Mountain, nor yet At Jerusalem worship the Father: c-crq pn22 vmb av-dx p-acp d n1, ccx av p-acp np1 n1 dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 96
1692 But the hour cometh, when the true worshipers shal worship the Father in spirit and in truth: But the hour comes, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in Spirit and in truth: cc-acp dt n1 vvz, c-crq dt j n2 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 96
1693 for such the Father seeks to worship him. We must not think to worship God in such carnal waies as before. for such the Father seeks to worship him. We must not think to worship God in such carnal ways as before. c-acp d dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31. pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d j n2 p-acp a-acp. (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 96
1694 I beseech you consider this one thing, Certainly God wil have as much worship in the time of the Gospel, as ever He had: I beseech you Consider this one thing, Certainly God will have as much worship in the time of the Gospel, as ever He had: pns11 vvb pn22 vvb d crd n1, av-j np1 vmb vhi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp av pns31 vhd: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 96
1695 But where we have one external thing to worship God in now, in the time of the Law there was an hundred, But where we have one external thing to worship God in now, in the time of the Law there was an hundred, cc-acp c-crq pns12 vhb crd j n1 p-acp n1 np1 p-acp av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp vbds dt crd, (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 96
1696 an hundred to one of external things: yet now this worship of God must be made up some way; an hundred to one of external things: yet now this worship of God must be made up Some Way; dt crd p-acp crd pp-f j n2: av av d n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp d n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 96
1697 we are not cal'd to those outward worshipings, offerings, sacrifices, and costly things as they were in the time of the Law; we Are not called to those outward worshippings, offerings, Sacrifices, and costly things as they were in the time of the Law; pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp d j n2-vvg, n2-vvg, n2, cc j n2 c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 96
1698 now, how should this be made up, but in spiritual sacrifices, in presenting our bodies and souls to God as a living sacrifice, now, how should this be made up, but in spiritual Sacrifices, in presenting our bodies and Souls to God as a living sacrifice, av, q-crq vmd d vbi vvn a-acp, cc-acp p-acp j n2, p-acp vvg po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1699 therefore such men and women as altogether are for the out-side of things in the worship of God, Therefore such men and women as altogether Are for the outside of things in the worship of God, av d n2 cc n2 c-acp av vbr p-acp dt n1-an pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1700 and because God hath appointed but a few things in his worship; and Because God hath appointed but a few things in his worship; cc c-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt d n2 p-acp po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1701 we have use of no other creature in the worshipping of God, but meerly the Bread and Wine, and Water, only these elements; we have use of no other creature in the worshipping of God, but merely the Bred and Wine, and Water, only these elements; pns12 vhb n1 pp-f dx j-jn n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1, cc-acp av-j dt n1 cc n1, cc n1, av-j d n2; (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1702 and the Man to speak to us, to be either Gods mouth to us, or our mouth to God; and the Man to speak to us, to be either God's Mouth to us, or our Mouth to God; cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, pc-acp vbi d ng1 n1 p-acp pno12, cc po12 n1 p-acp np1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1703 there's all we have appointed in the Gospel for the worship of God; there's all we have appointed in the Gospel for the worship of God; pc-acp|vbz d pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1704 therefore it is expected if we would have our Conversation be as becoms the Gospel, to be very spiritual in our worship, Therefore it is expected if we would have our Conversation be as becomes the Gospel, to be very spiritual in our worship, av pn31 vbz vvn cs pns12 vmd vhi po12 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1, pc-acp vbi av j p-acp po12 n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1705 and therefore to take heed of thinking to make up Gods worship with external things of our own, that's exceedingly unbeseeming the Gospel: and Therefore to take heed of thinking to make up God's worship with external things of our own, that's exceedingly unbeseeming the Gospel: cc av pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg pc-acp vvi a-acp ng1 n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f po12 d, d|vbz av-vvg vvg dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1706 Many thought in former times, they did honor God much by adding to His Worship ceremonies, external things; Many Thought in former times, they did honour God much by adding to His Worship ceremonies, external things; d vvd p-acp j n2, pns32 vdd vvi np1 av-d p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1 n2, j n2; (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1707 and peoples hearts are set most upon them, because they are from man, they are humane: and peoples hearts Are Set most upon them, Because they Are from man, they Are humane: cc ng1 n2 vbr vvn av-ds p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n1, pns32 vbr j: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1708 I'le give you but one-Scripture to shew how we should for ever take heed of traditions of men, I'll give you but one-Scripture to show how we should for ever take heed of traditions of men, pns11|vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq pns12 vmd p-acp av vvi n1 pp-f n2 pp-f n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1709 and of mixtures in the Worship of God, because that the Gospel points at spiritual worship: and of mixtures in the Worship of God, Because that the Gospel points At spiritual worship: cc pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp cst dt n1 vvz p-acp j n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1710 That place in 1 Pet. 1. 18. Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold: That place in 1 Pet. 1. 18. Forasmuch as you know that you were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold: cst n1 p-acp crd np1 crd crd av c-acp pn22 vvb cst pn22 vbdr xx vvn p-acp j n2, c-acp n1 cc n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1711 from what? from your vain Conversations received by traditions from your fathers; from what? from your vain Conversations received by traditions from your Father's; p-acp q-crq? p-acp po22 j n2 vvn p-acp n2 p-acp po22 n2; (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1712 but with the precious blood of Christ, as of a Lamb without blemish, and without spot. but with the precious blood of christ, as of a Lamb without blemish, and without spot. cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1713 See what an argument the Apostle uses here unto those he writ to, saith he, There was a time that you worshiped God in an external way, See what an argument the Apostle uses Here unto those he writ to, Says he, There was a time that you worshipped God in an external Way, vvb r-crq dt n1 dt n1 vvz av p-acp d pns31 vvd p-acp, vvz pns31, pc-acp vbds dt n1 cst pn22 vvd np1 p-acp dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1714 and in a superstitious manner, according to the traditions and fancies of your fathers, this was before you knew Jesus Christ; and in a superstitious manner, according to the traditions and fancies of your Father's, this was before you knew jesus christ; cc p-acp dt j n1, vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po22 n2, d vbds p-acp pn22 vvd np1 np1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1715 but (saith he) now you come to know Jesus Christ, know it was the blood of Jesus Christ that was shed to redeem you from this vain Conversation that you received by tradition from your forefathers. but (Says he) now you come to know jesus christ, know it was the blood of jesus christ that was shed to Redeem you from this vain Conversation that you received by tradition from your Forefathers. cc-acp (vvz pns31) av pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi np1 np1, vvb pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 cst vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp d j n1 cst pn22 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp po22 n2. (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 97
1716 I do not know any one Scripture hath more power in it to take off mens hearts from all false and superstitious worship, from all old customs that they had from their forefathers, (as people are mightily set upon old customs, to worship God according to them) what a stir and do had we to get off men from their late Service-Book (the great Diana of England) which was made up of the ends and shreds of the Romish Mass-Book, only printed in an English letter; I do not know any one Scripture hath more power in it to take off men's hearts from all false and superstitious worship, from all old customs that they had from their Forefathers, (as people Are mightily Set upon old customs, to worship God according to them) what a stir and doe had we to get off men from their late Service book (the great Diana of England) which was made up of the ends and shreds of the Romish Mass-Book, only printed in an English Letter; pns11 vdb xx vvi d crd n1 vhz dc n1 p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp ng2 n2 p-acp d j cc j n1, p-acp d j n2 cst pns32 vhd p-acp po32 n2, (c-acp n1 vbr av-j vvn p-acp j n2, p-acp n1 np1 vvg p-acp pno32) r-crq dt n1 cc n1 vhd pns12 p-acp vvi a-acp n2 p-acp po32 j n1 (dt j np1 pp-f np1) r-crq vbds vvn a-acp pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt np1 n1, av-j vvn p-acp dt jp n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1717 and reading and babling over Burials, and such kind of trumperies, Oh how were those old Samaritan customs setled in the hearts of men? as coming up to the Communion Table, and reading and babbling over Burials, and such kind of trumperies, O how were those old Samaritan customs settled in the hearts of men? as coming up to the Communion Table, cc vvg cc vvg a-acp n2, cc d n1 pp-f fw-fr, uh c-crq vbdr d j np1 n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2? p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1718 and there to kneel down at Rails like so many Beads-men to the Pope, & Votaries to Rome. Mens hearts are mightily set upon such foolish things as these are. and there to kneel down At Rails like so many Beadsmen to the Pope, & Votaries to Room. Men's hearts Are mightily Set upon such foolish things as these Are. cc a-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n2 av-j av d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc n2 p-acp vvi. ng2 n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp d j n2 c-acp d vbr. (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1719 But now this text tels you, that if you know what it is to be redeemed by the blood of Christ, you must know that the blood of Christ was shed for, to take you off from your vain conversation received by tradition from your forefathers: But now this text tells you, that if you know what it is to be redeemed by the blood of christ, you must know that the blood of christ was shed for, to take you off from your vain Conversation received by tradition from your Forefathers: p-acp av d n1 vvz pn22, cst cs pn22 vvb r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmb vvi d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn p-acp, pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp po22 j n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po22 n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1720 Christ shed his blood that he might deliver you from all such traditional things, that so you might worship God in spirit and in truth; this becomes the Gospel. christ shed his blood that he might deliver you from all such traditional things, that so you might worship God in Spirit and in truth; this becomes the Gospel. np1 vvd po31 n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp d d j n2, cst av pn22 vmd vvi np1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1; d vvz dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1721 And at your leasure do but reade over that second Chapter of the Epistle to the Colossians, speaking of men, that in a voluntary humility, worshiped Angels, intruding into those things which they have not seen, And At your leisure do but read over that second Chapter of the Epistle to the colossians, speaking of men, that in a voluntary humility, worshipped Angels, intruding into those things which they have not seen, cc p-acp po22 n1 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp d ord n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt njp2, vvg pp-f n2, cst p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvd n2, j-vvg p-acp d n2 r-crq pns32 vhb xx vvn, (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1722 and vainly puft up by their fleshly mind. and vainly puffed up by their fleshly mind. cc av-j vvn a-acp p-acp po32 j n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1723 And then in the 16. verse, Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, not that you may not eat flesh at such and such times in the year) or in respect of an holy day, And then in the 16. verse, Let no man Therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, not that you may not eat Flesh At such and such times in the year) or in respect of an holy day, cc av p-acp dt crd n1, vvb dx n1 av vvi pn22 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, xx cst pn22 vmb xx vvi n1 p-acp d cc d n2 p-acp dt n1) cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1724 or of the new moon, or of the Sabbath daies, (the Jewish Sabbath day:) let no man judg you (saith the Apostle) in regard of these things, which are a shadow of things to come. Then in the 19. vers. And not holding the head. or of the new moon, or of the Sabbath days, (the Jewish Sabbath day:) let no man judge you (Says the Apostle) in regard of these things, which Are a shadow of things to come. Then in the 19. vers. And not holding the head. cc pp-f dt j n1, cc pp-f dt n1 n2, (dt jp n1 n1:) vvb dx n1 vvb pn22 (vvz dt n1) p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vbr dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi. av p-acp dt crd fw-la. cc xx vvg dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1725 Those that stood upon such things as these are, they are here charged for not holding the head, that is, they did not hold Christ; Those that stood upon such things as these Are, they Are Here charged for not holding the head, that is, they did not hold christ; d cst vvd p-acp d n2 c-acp d vbr, pns32 vbr av vvn c-acp xx vvg dt n1, cst vbz, pns32 vdd xx vvi np1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1726 as if the Apostle should say, If so be that you hold Christ, and profess Christ, you would not stand upon these things, upon these kind of superstitious waies in the worship of God. as if the Apostle should say, If so be that you hold christ, and profess christ, you would not stand upon these things, upon these kind of superstitious ways in the worship of God. c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi, cs av vbb d pn22 vvb np1, cc vvb np1, pn22 vmd xx vvi p-acp d n2, p-acp d n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1727 And you shall find in the Epistle to the Galatians, the Apostle telling of the GALATIANS about such kind of waies of continuing and holding of the worship of the Law, saith he in Gal. 4. 10. Ye observe daies, And you shall find in the Epistle to the Galatians, the Apostle telling of the GALATIANS about such kind of ways of Continuing and holding of the worship of the Law, Says he in Gal. 4. 10. You observe days, cc pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np1, dt n1 vvg pp-f dt njp2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 pp-f vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz pns31 p-acp np1 crd crd pn22 vvb n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1728 and months, and times, and years: and months, and times, and Years: cc n2, cc n2, cc n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1729 What then? I am afraid of you, lest I have bestowed upon you labor in vain. What then? I am afraid of you, lest I have bestowed upon you labour in vain. r-crq av? pns11 vbm j pp-f pn22, cs pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 n1 p-acp j. (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1730 As if the Apostle should say, I profess I see you stand upon such old things, As if the Apostle should say, I profess I see you stand upon such old things, c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi, pns11 vvb pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp d j n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1731 and worshiping of God in an external way; I am afraid of you, lest I have bestowed all my labor in vain: and worshipping of God in an external Way; I am afraid of you, lest I have bestowed all my labour in vain: cc vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1; pns11 vbm j pp-f pn22, cs pns11 vhb vvn d po11 n1 p-acp j: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1732 This is so opposite to the Gospel, as makes me think, and am afraid that all my preaching of the Gospel to you is in vain: This is so opposite to the Gospel, as makes me think, and am afraid that all my preaching of the Gospel to you is in vain: d vbz av j-jn p-acp dt n1, c-acp vvz pno11 vvi, cc vbm j cst d po11 vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn22 vbz a-acp j: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 98
1733 and yet mark my Brethren, what were these daies, and months, and times, and yeers? they were such as God heretofore had appointed, and yet mark my Brothers, what were these days, and months, and times, and Years? they were such as God heretofore had appointed, cc av vvb po11 n2, q-crq vbdr d n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2? pns32 vbdr d c-acp np1 av vhd vvn, (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 99
1734 but now they were ceased, after Christ came, out of date, and yet they sticking to them after the death of Christ (saith the Apostle) I profess I am afraid of you, that all my preaching in vain to you: but now they were ceased, After christ Come, out of date, and yet they sticking to them After the death of christ (Says the Apostle) I profess I am afraid of you, that all my preaching in vain to you: cc-acp av pns32 vbdr vvn, c-acp np1 vvd, av pp-f n1, cc av pns32 vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (vvz dt n1) pns11 vvb pns11 vbm j pp-f pn22, cst d po11 vvg p-acp j p-acp pn22: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 99
1735 Now my brethren what shall we say to those that stick upon these things that God had never appointed, but were of Popish ordination: Now my brothers what shall we say to those that stick upon these things that God had never appointed, but were of Popish ordination: av po11 n2 r-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp d cst vvb p-acp d n2 cst np1 vhd av-x vvn, cc-acp vbdr pp-f j n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 99
1736 As keeping one time more holy than another, and thinking thereby to tender up service to God: As keeping one time more holy than Another, and thinking thereby to tender up service to God: c-acp vvg crd n1 av-dc j cs j-jn, cc vvg av pc-acp vvi a-acp n1 p-acp np1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 99
1737 Why should we not keep the memory of such and such times? Now as to keep them so as to think that they shall sanctifie any time, is a dangerous thing, a sign that they understand the Gospel but little, to think that any men upon any reason whatsoever should be able to sanctifie a time, to make that time to be holy, (I say) that's unbeseeming the Gospel; Why should we not keep the memory of such and such times? Now as to keep them so as to think that they shall sanctify any time, is a dangerous thing, a Signen that they understand the Gospel but little, to think that any men upon any reason whatsoever should be able to sanctify a time, to make that time to be holy, (I say) that's unbeseeming the Gospel; q-crq vmd pns12 xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d cc d n2? av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 av c-acp pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vmb vvi d n1, vbz dt j n1, dt n1 cst pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp j, pc-acp vvi cst d n2 p-acp d n1 r-crq vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 pc-acp vbi j, (pns11 vvb) d|vbz j dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 99
1738 no man can make a holy day under the Gospel. Obj. But you will say, We keep daies of fasting, and thanksgiving. no man can make a holy day under the Gospel. Object But you will say, We keep days of fasting, and thanksgiving. dx n1 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1. np1 p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, pns12 vvb n2 pp-f vvg, cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 185 Page 99
1739 Ans. But there's a great deal of difference between them and these times that here the Apostle speaks of. Ans. But there's a great deal of difference between them and these times that Here the Apostle speaks of. np1 cc-acp pc-acp|vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 cc d n2 cst av dt n1 vvz pp-f. (12) sermon (DIV2) 187 Page 99
1740 Now the keeping of holy daies is this: Now the keeping of holy days is this: av dt n-vvg pp-f j n2 vbz d: (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 99
1741 We account the time holy, and the very duty is more acceptable because it is performed at that time; We account the time holy, and the very duty is more acceptable Because it is performed At that time; pns12 vvb dt n1 j, cc dt j n1 vbz av-dc j c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 99
1742 as now on the Sabbath day, there may be a Sermon on the week day, as now on the Sabbath day, there may be a Sermon on the Week day, c-acp av p-acp dt n1 n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 99
1743 but certainly it's a more holy worship of God to hear upon the Sabbath, than on the week day, but Certainly it's a more holy worship of God to hear upon the Sabbath, than on the Week day, cc-acp av-j pn31|vbz dt av-dc j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cs p-acp dt n1 n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 99
1744 and we sanctifie Gods Name more on the Sabbath than on the week; why? Because the time doth sanctifie the duty, being set apart by God: and we sanctify God's Name more on the Sabbath than on the Week; why? Because the time does sanctify the duty, being Set apart by God: cc pns12 vvb ng1 n1 av-dc p-acp dt n1 cs p-acp dt n1; q-crq? p-acp dt n1 vdz vvi dt n1, vbg vvn av p-acp np1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 99
1745 As in the Temple, the duty was more acceptable than in any other place, why? because it was set apart by God; As in the Temple, the duty was more acceptable than in any other place, why? Because it was Set apart by God; c-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbds av-dc j cs p-acp d j-jn n1, q-crq? c-acp pn31 vbds vvn av p-acp np1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 99
1746 but we cannot make any place holy, and so no time holy: but we cannot make any place holy, and so no time holy: cc-acp pns12 vmbx vvi d n1 j, cc av dx n1 j: (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 99
1747 so that our daies of fasting & thansgiving are only thus, that we wil spend that time in holy duties, to humble our selves, so that our days of fasting & thanksgiving Are only thus, that we will spend that time in holy duties, to humble our selves, av cst po12 n2 pp-f vvg cc n1 vbr av-j av, cst pns12 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 99
1748 or to bless God, but not to make this time holy, so that the duty should be holy because it's on this day rather than on another day; or to bless God, but not to make this time holy, so that the duty should be holy Because it's on this day rather than on Another day; cc pc-acp vvi np1, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi d n1 j, av cst dt n1 vmd vbi j c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp d n1 av-c cs p-acp j-jn n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 99
1749 that's the superstition of it, when a duty should be holy rather on this day than on another; that's the Superstition of it, when a duty should be holy rather on this day than on Another; d|vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq dt n1 vmd vbi j av-c p-acp d n1 cs p-acp j-jn; (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 99
1750 as now, some they think it's a more holy thing to receive the Lords Supper on an Ester day than on another day; as now, Some they think it's a more holy thing to receive the lords Supper on an Ester day than on Another day; c-acp av, d pns32 vvb pn31|vbz dt av-dc j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 n1 p-acp dt np1 n1 cs p-acp j-jn n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 99
1751 this is superstition, to think the duty is more holy by any holiness that men put upon a thing, that's unbeseeming the Gospel; this is Superstition, to think the duty is more holy by any holiness that men put upon a thing, that's unbeseeming the Gospel; d vbz n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbz av-dc j p-acp d n1 cst n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, d|vbz j dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 100
1752 and we are redeemed from such vain Conversations by the blood of Christ; and we Are redeemed from such vain Conversations by the blood of christ; cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 100
1753 and while men stick upon these things, and say, let them do what they will me thinks these things are good and right, it's very evil. and while men stick upon these things, and say, let them do what they will me thinks these things Are good and right, it's very evil. cc cs n2 vvb p-acp d n2, cc vvi, vvb pno32 vdb r-crq pns32 vmb pno11 vvz d n2 vbr j cc av-jn, pn31|vbz av j-jn. (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 100
1754 Thus it was with the Galatians, they had more seeming reason to think that those things that they stuck upon were according to God than you, Thus it was with the Galatians, they had more seeming reason to think that those things that they stuck upon were according to God than you, av pn31 vbds p-acp dt np1, pns32 vhd av-dc j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi cst d n2 cst pns32 vvd a-acp vbdr vvg p-acp np1 cs pn22, (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 100
1755 yet saith the Apostle, I am afraid of you lest I have spent all my labor in vain, yet Says the Apostle, I am afraid of you lest I have spent all my labour in vain, av vvz dt n1, pns11 vbm j pp-f pn22 cs pns11 vhb vvn d po11 n1 p-acp j, (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 100
1756 lest I have been a burning and shining lamp to no purpose: lest I have been a burning and shining lamp to no purpose: cs pns11 vhb vbn dt j-vvg cc j-vvg n1 p-acp dx n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 100
1757 and truly there's no people of which there can be less hope that the Ministry of the Word should work sayingly upon, and truly there's no people of which there can be less hope that the Ministry of the Word should work sayingly upon, cc av-j pc-acp|vbz dx n1 pp-f r-crq a-acp vmb vbi av-dc vvb cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi av-j p-acp, (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 100
1758 than those people that are set upon old customs in the worship of God, as wines upon their lees: than those people that Are Set upon old customs in the worship of God, as wines upon their lees: cs d n1 cst vbr vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 100
1759 and till the Lord be pleased to take off your hearts from old customs in the service and worship of God, there's a plain demonstration that the preaching of the Gospel hath not prevailed with your hearts, and till the Lord be pleased to take off your hearts from old customs in the service and worship of God, there's a plain demonstration that the preaching of the Gospel hath not prevailed with your hearts, cc c-acp dt n1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2 p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp|vbz dt j n1 cst dt vvg pp-f dt n1 vhz xx vvn p-acp po22 n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 100
1760 for you do not live as becomes the Gospel: for you do not live as becomes the Gospel: c-acp pn22 vdb xx vvi c-acp vvz dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 100
1761 That which becomes the Gospel it is worshiping God only in a spiritual way, the consecrating of your souls and bodies. That which becomes the Gospel it is worshipping God only in a spiritual Way, the consecrating of your Souls and bodies. cst r-crq vvz dt n1 pn31 vbz vvg np1 av-j p-acp dt j n1, dt n-vvg pp-f po22 n2 cc n2. (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 100
1762 and all you have to the worship of God, in making them to be an holy sacrifice to God, and all you have to the worship of God, in making them to be an holy sacrifice to God, cc d pn22 vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg pno32 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 100
1763 and that according to the rules of the Gospel, which is your reasonable service. And that's another particular that the Gospel teaches: and that according to the rules of the Gospel, which is your reasonable service. And that's Another particular that the Gospel Teaches: cc d vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz po22 j n1. cc d|vbz j-jn j cst dt n1 vvz: (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 100
1764 And therefore to live as becomes the Gospel is, to worship God in spirit and in truth. And Therefore to live as becomes the Gospel is, to worship God in Spirit and in truth. cc av pc-acp vvi c-acp vvz dt n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 188 Page 100
1765 The tenth thing that I shall further add of what the Gospel holds forth to us, The tenth thing that I shall further add of what the Gospel holds forth to us, dt ord n1 cst pns11 vmb av-jc vvi pp-f r-crq dt n1 vvz av p-acp pno12, (12) sermon (DIV2) 189 Page 100
1766 and that is of such consequence that I shall a little insist upon it, that is, The near relation that we are in to God and Christ, and spiritual union with him. and that is of such consequence that I shall a little insist upon it, that is, The near Relation that we Are in to God and christ, and spiritual Union with him. cc d vbz pp-f d n1 cst pns11 vmb dt j vvi p-acp pn31, cst vbz, dt j n1 cst pns12 vbr p-acp p-acp np1 cc np1, cc j n1 p-acp pno31. (12) sermon (DIV2) 189 Page 100
1767 This is opened in the Gospel more fully than ever it was before. The relation to God. This is opened in the Gospel more Fully than ever it was before. The Relation to God. d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 av-dc av-j cs av pn31 vbds a-acp. dt n1 p-acp np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 189 Page 100
1768 First, God as a Father, and Beleevers as Children, yea, and as Children of age; for though in the Law, it's true, we find that God was there a Father, First, God as a Father, and Believers as Children, yea, and as Children of age; for though in the Law, it's true, we find that God was there a Father, ord, np1 p-acp dt n1, cc n2 c-acp n2, uh, cc c-acp n2 pp-f n1; c-acp cs p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz j, pns12 vvb cst np1 vbds a-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 190 Page 100
1769 and Ephraim was his deer son: and Ephraim was his deer son: cc np1 vbds po31 n1 n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 190 Page 100
1770 But you shall find in the 3. of Galatians, That now we are as Children of age; whereas Beleevers in the time of the Law were under age. But you shall find in the 3. of Galatians, That now we Are as Children of age; whereas Believers in the time of the Law were under age. cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt crd pp-f np1, cst av pns12 vbr p-acp n2 pp-f n1; cs n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbdr p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 190 Page 100
1771 Now you know any of your children when they come to be of age, and to live to themselves, Now you know any of your children when they come to be of age, and to live to themselves, av pn22 vvb d pp-f po22 n2 c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp px32, (12) sermon (DIV2) 190 Page 100
1772 and out of their Apprentiships, then their lives are after another manner than when they were little children in their non-age, and out of their Apprenticeships, then their lives Are After Another manner than when they were little children in their nonage, cc av pp-f po32 n2, cs po32 n2 vbr a-acp j-jn n1 cs c-crq pns32 vbdr j n2 p-acp po32 n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 190 Page 101
1773 now they come to have stocks in their hands, to trade for themselves, and not to be any more as servants; now they come to have stocks in their hands, to trade for themselves, and not to be any more as Servants; av pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi n2 p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp px32, cc xx pc-acp vbi d dc p-acp n2; (12) sermon (DIV2) 190 Page 101
1774 a child before he comes of age is under Tutors and Governors in the family, a child before he comes of age is under Tutors and Governors in the family, dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvz pp-f n1 vbz p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 190 Page 101
1775 but when he comes to yeers of discretion, then he lives like a man, and commands rather in the family, but when he comes to Years of discretion, then he lives like a man, and commands rather in the family, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cs pns31 vvz av-j dt n1, cc vvz av-c p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 190 Page 101
1776 and is serviceable to none, but his father and mother. and is serviceable to none, but his father and mother. cc vbz j p-acp pix, cc-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 190 Page 101
1777 So we should live as becomes children of age, that is, manifesting in our Conversations a staiedness, wisdom, So we should live as becomes children of age, that is, manifesting in our Conversations a staiedness, Wisdom, av pns12 vmd vvi a-acp vvz n2 pp-f n1, cst vbz, vvg p-acp po12 n2 dt n1, n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 190 Page 101
1778 and gravity, and now to live more above the things of this world than before we did, as children of age. and gravity, and now to live more above the things of this world than before we did, as children of age. cc n1, cc av pc-acp vvi av-dc p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 cs a-acp pns12 vdd, c-acp n2 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 190 Page 101
1779 And for the union we have with God, that is, That the Saints now are made one with God, and with Christ his Son: And for the Union we have with God, that is, That the Saints now Are made one with God, and with christ his Son: cc p-acp dt n1 pns12 vhb p-acp np1, cst vbz, cst dt n2 av vbr vvn pi p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1 po31 n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1780 In 1 Cor. 6. 17. He that is joyned to the Lord, is one Spirit. It's a very strange expression, we are one Spirit with God and with Jesus Christ. In 1 Cor. 6. 17. He that is joined to the Lord, is one Spirit. It's a very strange expression, we Are one Spirit with God and with jesus christ. p-acp crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz crd n1. pn31|vbz dt j j n1, pns12 vbr crd n1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp np1 np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1781 O what Conversation becomes this, that we should be principled and acted with the same Spirit? surely such a one as must manifest that we are crowned & graced with the same Spirit, that is Gods Spirit, O what Conversation becomes this, that we should be principled and acted with the same Spirit? surely such a one as must manifest that we Are crowned & graced with the same Spirit, that is God's Spirit, sy q-crq n1 vvz d, cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt d n1? av-j d dt crd c-acp vmb vvi cst pns12 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt d n1, cst vbz npg1 n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1782 and the Spirit of Jesus Christ his Son; and the Spirit of jesus christ his Son; cc dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1783 now surely that must needs be a very holy spiritual Conversation. 1 Cor. 3. 16. Yea, the Spirit of God dwelleth in you (saith the text) and 2 Cor. 6. 16, I will dwell in them, now surely that must needs be a very holy spiritual Conversation. 1 Cor. 3. 16. Yea, the Spirit of God dwells in you (Says the text) and 2 Cor. 6. 16, I will dwell in them, av av-j cst vmb av vbi dt av j j n1. crd np1 crd crd uh, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pn22 (vvz dt n1) cc crd np1 crd crd, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1784 and walk in them, and I will be their God, and they shall be my People. and walk in them, and I will be their God, and they shall be my People. cc vvi p-acp pno32, cc pns11 vmb vbi po32 n1, cc pns32 vmb vbi po11 n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1785 See the neer union that we have with God that the Gospel holds forth to us. See the near Union that we have with God that the Gospel holds forth to us. vvb dt av-j n1 cst pns12 vhb p-acp np1 cst dt n1 vvz av p-acp pno12. (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1786 Yea and there is another phrase which is very remarkable, That as the Spirit of God is in Beleevers, Yea and there is Another phrase which is very remarkable, That as the Spirit of God is in Believers, uh cc pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 r-crq vbz av j, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1787 so Beleevers are in the Spirit: so Believers Are in the Spirit: av n2 vbr p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1788 Gal. 5. 25. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit (saith the text.) The Spirit lives in us, Gal. 5. 25. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit (Says the text.) The Spirit lives in us, np1 crd crd cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 av vvi p-acp dt n1 (vvz dt n1.) dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12, (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1789 and we live in the Spirit, what Conversation must there needs be here then? Oh let us walk, not in a fleshly way, to satisfie the lusts of the flesh, and we live in the Spirit, what Conversation must there needs be Here then? O let us walk, not in a fleshly Way, to satisfy the Lustiest of the Flesh, cc pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, r-crq n1 vmb a-acp av vbi av av? uh vvb pno12 vvi, xx p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1790 but in the Spirit, the fruits that do become the Spirit of God: but in the Spirit, the fruits that do become the Spirit of God: cc-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n2 cst vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1791 You shall see them in this 5. of Gal. 22. vers. &c. But the fruit of the Spirit, is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance, against such there is no Law. You shall see them in this 5. of Gal. 22. vers. etc. But the fruit of the Spirit, is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, Goodness, faith, meekness, temperance, against such there is no Law. pn22 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp d crd pp-f np1 crd fw-la. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz n1, n1, n1, j, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, p-acp d a-acp vbz dx n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1792 And they that are Christs, have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts of it. And they that Are Christ, have Crucified the Flesh with the affections and Lustiest of it. cc pns32 cst vbr npg1, vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1793 If we walk in the Spirit, then here's the fruit of the Spirit; If we walk in the Spirit, then here's the fruit of the Spirit; cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, av av|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1794 Would you have your Conversations such as becomes the Gospel, then mark but these three phrases. Would you have your Conversations such as becomes the Gospel, then mark but these three phrases. vmd pn22 vhi po22 n2 d c-acp vvz dt n1, av vvb p-acp d crd n2. (12) sermon (DIV2) 191 Page 101
1795 1. The Spirit of God is in you, in a constant way taking up his habitation and residence in your bosoms. 1. The Spirit of God is in you, in a constant Way taking up his habitation and residence in your bosoms. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp pn22, p-acp dt j n1 vvg a-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 n2. (12) sermon (DIV2) 192 Page 102
1796 2. You live in the very Spirit, as in the proper element of a Christian. 3. You are one Spirit with God. 2. You live in the very Spirit, as in the proper element of a Christian. 3. You Are one Spirit with God. crd pn22 vvb p-acp dt j n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt njp. crd pn22 vbr pi n1 p-acp np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 193 Page 102
1797 Put these three, and Oh now, how unbeseeming to these three expressions (that we have in the Gospel and no where else) is it for professors of the Gospel so satisfie the lusts of the flesh? Oh how unsutable are fleshly lusts to a spiritual man? Oh take heed of this for ever you that make profession of the Gospel, do not wallow in the mire of uncleanness, do not give liberty to the lusts of the flesh, Put these three, and O now, how unbeseeming to these three expressions (that we have in the Gospel and no where Else) is it for professors of the Gospel so satisfy the Lustiest of the Flesh? O how unsuitable Are fleshly Lustiest to a spiritual man? O take heed of this for ever you that make profession of the Gospel, do not wallow in the mire of uncleanness, do not give liberty to the Lustiest of the Flesh, vvb d crd, cc uh av, c-crq vvg p-acp d crd n2 (cst pns12 vhb p-acp dt n1 cc dx c-crq av) vbz pn31 p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1 av vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1? uh q-crq j vbr j n2 p-acp dt j n1? uh vvb n1 pp-f d c-acp av pn22 cst vvb n1 pp-f dt n1, vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vdb xx vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1798 but mortifie the lusts of the flesh and the deeds thereof, for you are joyned so neer to God himself, ye live in God too: but mortify the Lustiest of the Flesh and the Deeds thereof, for you Are joined so near to God himself, you live in God too: cc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n2 av, c-acp pn22 vbr vvn av av-j p-acp np1 px31, pn22 vvb p-acp np1 av: (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1799 Col. 3. 3. Your life is hid with Christ in God. It's a very transcendent phrase that the Saints do live in God; Col. 3. 3. Your life is hid with christ in God. It's a very transcendent phrase that the Saints do live in God; np1 crd crd po22 n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1. pn31|vbz dt j j n1 cst dt n2 vdb vvi p-acp np1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1800 you do not only live in the aire, and breath in the aire, but while you live here in the world you live in God, Oh the wonderful mystery of the Gospel! you do not only live in the air, and breath in the air, but while you live Here in the world you live in God, O the wondered mystery of the Gospel! pn22 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp cs pn22 vvb av p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvb p-acp np1, uh dt j n1 pp-f dt n1! (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1801 and the high things that are held forth in the Gospel, That Gods Spirit is in us, and the high things that Are held forth in the Gospel, That God's Spirit is in us, cc dt j n2 cst vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1, cst ng1 n1 vbz p-acp pno12, (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1802 and we are in the Spirit, and we are the same Spirit with God, yea, and we live in God; and we Are in the Spirit, and we Are the same Spirit with God, yea, and we live in God; cc pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1, cc pns12 vbr dt d n1 p-acp np1, uh, cc pns12 vvb p-acp np1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1803 Oh then what a Conversation should be sutable to these things; seeing these things are thus, what manner of persons ought we to be? Yea, O then what a Conversation should be suitable to these things; seeing these things Are thus, what manner of Persons ought we to be? Yea, uh av r-crq dt n1 vmd vbi j p-acp d n2; vvg d n2 vbr av, q-crq n1 pp-f n2 vmd pns12 pc-acp vbi? uh, (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1804 and there is another expression and that's more full than any of these, and that's in the prayer of Christ, in the 17. of John, 21. That they all may be one, and there is Another expression and that's more full than any of these, and that's in the prayer of christ, in the 17. of John, 21. That they all may be one, cc pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 cc d|vbz dc av-j cs d pp-f d, cc d|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt crd pp-f np1, crd cst pns32 d vmb vbi pi, (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1805 as Thou Father art in Me, and I in Thee, that they also may be one in Ʋs. as Thou Father art in Me, and I in Thee, that they also may be one in Ʋs. c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pno21, cst pns32 av vmb vbi pi p-acp np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1806 The Gospel discovers this union, for the Saints to be one with the Father and Son, The Gospel discovers this Union, for the Saints to be one with the Father and Son, dt n1 vvz d n1, p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbi pi p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1807 as the Father and Son are one; now those that are joyned so neer to God, their Conversations had need be holy, as the Father and Son Are one; now those that Are joined so near to God, their Conversations had need be holy, c-acp dt n1 cc n1 vbr pi; av d cst vbr vvn av av-j p-acp np1, po32 n2 vhd n1 vbi j, (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1808 and blameless, witnessing the glory of that God that they are so neer related to. I remember in handling of that point in drawing nigh to God in his Worship: and blameless, witnessing the glory of that God that they Are so near related to. I Remember in handling of that point in drawing High to God in his Worship: cc j, vvg dt n1 pp-f cst np1 cst pns32 vbr av av-j vvn p-acp. pns11 vvb p-acp vvg pp-f d n1 p-acp vvg av-j p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1809 There we shewed what holiness is required in those that are so nigh to God; There we showed what holiness is required in those that Are so High to God; a-acp pns12 vvd r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp d cst vbr av av-j p-acp np1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1810 but those that are one with God, and in God Oh how much of God, of Jesus Christ should shine forth by their lives in the faces of others? Reade these scriptures and by faith make them real to your souls, but those that Are one with God, and in God O how much of God, of jesus christ should shine forth by their lives in the faces of Others? Reade these Scriptures and by faith make them real to your Souls, cc-acp d cst vbr crd p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1 uh c-crq d pp-f np1, pp-f np1 np1 vmd vvi av p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn? np1 d n2 cc p-acp n1 vvi pno32 j p-acp po22 n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1811 and then let your consciences tell you what Conversations is required of you: If you be a Beleever, this is so: and then let your Consciences tell you what Conversations is required of you: If you be a Believer, this is so: cc av vvb po22 n2 vvb pn22 r-crq n2 vbz vvn pp-f pn22: cs pn22 vbb dt n1, d vbz av: (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1812 Charge your souls with this, when any temptation to evil comes; Charge your Souls with this, when any temptation to evil comes; vvb po22 n2 p-acp d, c-crq d n1 p-acp n-jn vvz; (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 102
1813 What, is it fit for such a one as I to live thus, who have the Spirit of God dwelling in me, What, is it fit for such a one as I to live thus, who have the Spirit of God Dwelling in me, q-crq, vbz pn31 j p-acp d dt crd c-acp pns11 p-acp vvb av, r-crq vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp pno11, (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 103
1814 yea and I dwelling in the Spirit of God, and joyned so as to be one spirit with God, yea and I Dwelling in the Spirit of God, and joined so as to be one Spirit with God, uh cc pns11 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvn av c-acp pc-acp vbi crd n1 p-acp np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 103
1815 yea and to live in God, and to be one with God, as the Father and the Son is one? and is this conversation such as beseems one that is raised to such a height of honor as this is? Christians, remember this, it wil be a mighty help to your holy Conversations, to put you on to shine before men in a holy Conversation, to walk in the Spirit, considering the near union we have with God; yea and to live in God, and to be one with God, as the Father and the Son is one? and is this Conversation such as beseems one that is raised to such a height of honour as this is? Christians, Remember this, it will be a mighty help to your holy Conversations, to put you on to shine before men in a holy Conversation, to walk in the Spirit, considering the near Union we have with God; uh cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vbi pi p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 vbz pi? cc vbz d n1 d c-acp vvz pi cst vbz vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp d vbz? np1, vvb d, pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp po22 j n2, pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vvg dt j n1 pns12 vhb p-acp np1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 103
1816 we should never have known these things had we not had them revealed to us by the Gospel. we should never have known these things had we not had them revealed to us by the Gospel. pns12 vmd av-x vhi vvn d n2 vhd pns12 xx vhn pno32 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 103
1817 Oh this glorious Gospel that hath revealed such glorious things to us as this is. And then, Our relation and our union with Jesus Christ. O this glorious Gospel that hath revealed such glorious things to us as this is. And then, Our Relation and our Union with jesus christ. uh d j n1 cst vhz vvn d j n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp d vbz. cc av, po12 n1 cc po12 n1 p-acp np1 np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 194 Page 103
1818 You know the Scripture makes Christ sometimes to be the Root, and we the Branches, therefore we are to bring forth fruit, seeing that we are Branches in Him that is the Root: You know the Scripture makes christ sometime to be the Root, and we the Branches, Therefore we Are to bring forth fruit, seeing that we Are Branches in Him that is the Root: pn22 vvb dt n1 vvz np1 av pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc pns12 dt n2, av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av n1, vvg cst pns12 vbr n2 p-acp pno31 cst vbz dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 195 Page 103
1819 Bring forth fruit sutable to the Sap. You that bring forth sowr grapes, grapes of Gomorrah, that have bitter tart spirits, Bring forth fruit suitable to the Sap. You that bring forth sour grapes, grapes of Gomorrah, that have bitter tart spirits, vvb av n1 j p-acp dt np1 pn22 cst vvb av j n2, n2 pp-f np1, cst vhb j j n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 195 Page 103
1820 and live in any wicked and sinful way: and live in any wicked and sinful Way: cc vvi p-acp d j cc j n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 195 Page 103
1821 Is this the Sap that is sutable to the Root? You are graffed into Jesus Christ, and not into a Crab-stock: Is this the Sap that is suitable to the Root? You Are graffed into jesus christ, and not into a Crab-stock: vbz d dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp dt n1? pn22 vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1, cc xx p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 195 Page 103
1822 And do you receive this Sap from the Root? Oh you are a dishonor to the Root you grow upon. And do you receive this Sap from the Root? O you Are a dishonour to the Root you grow upon. cc vdb pn22 vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1? uh pn22 vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvb p-acp. (12) sermon (DIV2) 195 Page 103
1823 I am the true Vine (saith Christ,) and every Branch in me beareth fruit, I am the true Vine (Says christ,) and every Branch in me bears fruit, pns11 vbm dt j n1 (vvz np1,) cc d n1 p-acp pno11 vvz n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 195 Page 103
1824 and my Father purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit. and my Father Purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit. cc po11 n1 vvz pn31, cst pn31 vmb vvi av dc n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 195 Page 103
1825 Christians should so live in their Conversations as to manifest the fulness of the sap and juyce that there is in the Root, the Lord Jesus Christ; Christians should so live in their Conversations as to manifest the fullness of the sap and juice that there is in the Root, the Lord jesus christ; np1 vmd av vvi p-acp po32 n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cst pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1, dt n1 np1 np1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 195 Page 103
1826 it's not enough here and there to have a leaf, and a grape or two, but full ripe clusters of grapes becomes those that grow upon such a fruitful Root. it's not enough Here and there to have a leaf, and a grape or two, but full ripe clusters of grapes becomes those that grow upon such a fruitful Root. pn31|vbz xx av-d av cc a-acp pc-acp vhi dt n1, cc dt n1 cc crd, cc-acp av-j j n2 pp-f n2 vvz d cst vvb p-acp d dt j n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 195 Page 103
1827 And then you know, Christ is the Head, and we the Members. Then do not dishonor your Head: And then you know, christ is the Head, and we the Members. Then do not dishonour your Head: cc cs pn22 vvb, np1 vbz dt n1, cc pns12 dt n2. av vdb xx vvi po22 n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 196 Page 103
1828 When there is a temptation comes to any sin, but will not this be a dishonor to my Head? do I receive such a spirit from the Head to act after such a sinful course? Oh be not a crown of thorns to your Head Jesus Christ. When there is a temptation comes to any since, but will not this be a dishonour to my Head? do I receive such a Spirit from the Head to act After such a sinful course? O be not a crown of thorns to your Head jesus christ. c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1, cc-acp vmb xx d vbi dt n1 p-acp po11 n1? vdb pns11 vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt j n1? uh vbb xx dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po22 n1 np1 np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 196 Page 103
1829 Yea, and the Union is very great; Yea, and the union is very great; uh, cc dt n1 vbz av j; (12) sermon (DIV2) 196 Page 103
1830 for it is not only that we are Members of Christ, and so we are in Christ; but Christ in us: for it is not only that we Are Members of christ, and so we Are in christ; but christ in us: p-acp pn31 vbz xx j cst pns12 vbr n2 pp-f np1, cc av pns12 vbr p-acp np1; cc-acp np1 p-acp pno12: (12) sermon (DIV2) 196 Page 103
1831 the Root is not in the Branch, though the Branches be in the Root: the Root is not in the Branch, though the Branches be in the Root: dt n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1, cs dt n2 vbb p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 196 Page 103
1832 and the Head is not in the Members, though the Head be joyned with the members. and the Head is not in the Members, though the Head be joined with the members. cc dt n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n2, cs dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n2. (12) sermon (DIV2) 196 Page 104
1833 But Christ is in us, as we are in Him, and so the union is very glorious and mysterious. You complain of weakness: But christ is in us, as we Are in Him, and so the Union is very glorious and mysterious. You complain of weakness: p-acp np1 vbz p-acp pno12, c-acp pns12 vbr p-acp pno31, cc av dt n1 vbz av j cc j. pn22 vvb pp-f n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 196 Page 104
1834 But is there not strength in Christ? are you not joyned to Christ thus, But is there not strength in christ? Are you not joined to christ thus, cc-acp vbz pc-acp xx n1 p-acp np1? vbr pn22 xx vvn p-acp np1 av, (12) sermon (DIV2) 196 Page 104
1835 and a member of Him, and a branch in Him? what ever infirmities you have which bows you down, and a member of Him, and a branch in Him? what ever infirmities you have which bows you down, cc dt n1 pp-f pno31, cc dt n1 p-acp pno31? q-crq av n2 pn22 vhb r-crq n2 pn22 a-acp, (12) sermon (DIV2) 196 Page 104
1836 yet there is power enough in Jesus Christ to convay to any, to enable them to walk in an holy Conversation before the Lord, to renew their strength as the Eagle: yet there is power enough in jesus christ to convey to any, to enable them to walk in an holy Conversation before the Lord, to renew their strength as the Eagl: av pc-acp vbz n1 av-d p-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 196 Page 104
1837 Manifest then the vertue of your Head, from whence all the sinnews of every members strength doth arise. Manifest then the virtue of your Head, from whence all the sinews of every members strength does arise. j cs dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, p-acp c-crq d dt n2 pp-f d n2 n1 vdz vvi. (12) sermon (DIV2) 196 Page 104
1838 And then, you know the relation we have to Christ, As He is the Husband, we the Spouse: And then, you know the Relation we have to christ, As He is the Husband, we the Spouse: cc av, pn22 vvb dt n1 pns12 vhb p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, pns12 dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 197 Page 104
1839 Oh do not discredit your Husband. Any wise vertuous Wife would make it a mighty argument against any evil way; It will disgrace my Husband; O do not discredit your Husband. Any wise virtuous Wife would make it a mighty argument against any evil Way; It will disgrace my Husband; uh vdb xx vvi po22 n1. d j j n1 vmd vvi pn31 dt j n1 p-acp d j-jn n1; pn31 vmb vvi po11 n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 197 Page 104
1840 especially if her Husband be a publick man in place and authority. especially if her Husband be a public man in place and Authority. av-j cs po31 n1 vbb dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 197 Page 104
1841 Oh let this be an argument against every sin, even the appearence of evil, it will be dishonorable to the Lord Jesus who is my Husband, O let this be an argument against every since, even the appearance of evil, it will be dishonourable to the Lord jesus who is my Husband, uh vvb d vbb dt n1 p-acp d n1, av dt n1 pp-f n-jn, pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 np1 r-crq vbz po11 n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 197 Page 104
1842 How can I do this wickedness against my Lord, and my God, who hath betrothed me to Himself, How can I do this wickedness against my Lord, and my God, who hath betrothed me to Himself, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi d n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc po11 n1, r-crq vhz vvn pno11 p-acp px31, (12) sermon (DIV2) 197 Page 104
1843 so that I am bone of his bone, and flesh of his flesh. That's the second thing. so that I am bone of his bone, and Flesh of his Flesh. That's the second thing. av cst pns11 vbm n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. d|vbz dt ord n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 197 Page 104
1844 And then a Third thing that the Gospel holds forth to us that we should labor to sute our Conversations according, is this; And then a Third thing that the Gospel holds forth to us that we should labour to suit our Conversations according, is this; cc av dt ord n1 cst dt n1 vvz av p-acp pno12 cst pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 vvg, vbz d; (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 104
1845 The near Ʋnion that the Saints have one with another. It's not so revealed any where as in the Gospel. The near Ʋnion that the Saints have one with Another. It's not so revealed any where as in the Gospel. dt j n1 cst dt n2 vhb pi p-acp n-jn. pn31|vbz xx av vvn d c-crq c-acp p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 104
1846 Rom. 12. 5. we are said there, to be members one of another, as we are members of Christ. Rom. 12. 5. we Are said there, to be members one of Another, as we Are members of christ. np1 crd crd n1 vbr vvn a-acp, pc-acp vbi n2 crd pp-f n-jn, c-acp pns12 vbr n2 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 104
1847 (I beseech you observe it) so we are members one of another. (I beseech you observe it) so we Are members one of Another. (pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pn31) av pns12 vbr n2 pi pp-f n-jn. (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 104
1848 That Scripture may be in stead of all for this, in Ephes. 4. 4. the exhortation there to unity; That Scripture may be in stead of all for this, in Ephesians 4. 4. the exhortation there to unity; cst n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1 pp-f d c-acp d, p-acp np1 crd crd dt n1 a-acp p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 104
1849 We must endeavor to keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace. We must endeavour to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace. pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 104
1850 Why? For, there is one body, and one spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling. One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all, Why? For, there is one body, and one Spirit, even as you Are called in one hope of your calling. One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all, q-crq? p-acp, a-acp vbz crd n1, cc crd n1, av c-acp pn22 vbr vvn p-acp crd n1 pp-f po22 n-vvg. crd n1, crd n1, crd n1, crd np1 cc n1 pp-f d, r-crq vbz p-acp d, (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 104
1851 and through all, and in you all. and through all, and in you all. cc p-acp d, cc p-acp pn22 d. (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 104
1852 See, here's some seven ones to be an argument of unity. One body, and one spirit, See, here's Some seven ones to be an argument of unity. One body, and one Spirit, vvb, av|vbz d crd pi2 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1. crd n1, cc crd n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 104
1853 and called in the hope of one calling, and one Lord, and one Faith, and one Baptism, and one God: and called in the hope of one calling, and one Lord, and one Faith, and one Baptism, and one God: cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n1, cc crd n1, cc crd n1, cc crd n1, cc crd np1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 104
1854 Where have you such a unity demonstrated but in the Gospel of peace and love? And I do not know in all the Book of God where any one duty is more pressed than unity. Where have you such a unity demonstrated but in the Gospel of peace and love? And I do not know in all the Book of God where any one duty is more pressed than unity. c-crq vhb pn22 d dt n1 vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1? cc pns11 vdb xx vvi p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq d crd n1 vbz av-dc vvn cs n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 104
1855 Somewhat we hinted in speaking of the love of God, which is a great design of the Gospel to hold forth, Somewhat we hinted in speaking of the love of God, which is a great Design of the Gospel to hold forth, av pns12 vvd p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi av, (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 105
1856 and there we spake somewhat of Love: and there we spoke somewhat of Love: cc a-acp pns12 vvd av pp-f n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 105
1857 But here of the unity of the Saints, being so neer united into one thing, the Saints should be one; But Here of the unity of the Saints, being so near united into one thing, the Saints should be one; cc-acp av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2, vbg av av-j vvn p-acp crd n1, dt n2 vmd vbi pi; (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 105
1858 and certainly it's the most unbeseeming thing in the world that can be for Saints to be divided in their affections upon some little differences in judgment; and Certainly it's the most unbeseeming thing in the world that can be for Saints to be divided in their affections upon Some little differences in judgement; cc av-j pn31|vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vbi p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d j n2 p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 105
1859 Let me argue with you, What? was the Coat of Christ without any seam, Let me argue with you, What? was the Coat of christ without any seam, vvb pno11 vvi p-acp pn22, q-crq? vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 105
1860 and shall the body of Christ be rent all to pieces? Fy for shame, the Gospel of Christ is in your hands which teacheth another lesson. and shall the body of christ be rend all to Pieces? Fie for shame, the Gospel of christ is in your hands which Teaches Another Lesson. cc vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn d p-acp n2? uh p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp po22 n2 r-crq vvz j-jn n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 105
1861 Next to our salvation, the Gospel intends the union of Saints, & there's nothing prest more strongly in every leaf of it, Next to our salvation, the Gospel intends the Union of Saints, & there's nothing pressed more strongly in every leaf of it, ord pc-acp po12 n1, dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc pc-acp|vbz pix vvn av-dc av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f pn31, (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 105
1862 and it's here in my very text that makes me to speak to this; and it's Here in my very text that makes me to speak to this; cc pn31|vbz av p-acp po11 j n1 cst vvz pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp d; (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 105
1863 for mark the very words that follow in this of my text, Phil. 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of Christ. for mark the very words that follow in this of my text, Philip 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of christ. c-acp vvb dt j n2 cst vvb p-acp d pp-f po11 n1, np1 crd crd j vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 198 Page 105
1864 Now if you should say, Wherein should we walk so? The Apostle doth answer then, That ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind, striving together for the faith of the Gospel. Now if you should say, Wherein should we walk so? The Apostle does answer then, That you stand fast in one Spirit, with one mind, striving together for the faith of the Gospel. av cs pn22 vmd vvi, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi av? dt n1 vdz vvi av, cst pn22 vvb av-j p-acp crd n1, p-acp crd n1, vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 199 Page 105
1865 Mark, striving together, he would have the Saints to be strivers: I but strivers for what? Not for their own will and humors, and opinions, Mark, striving together, he would have the Saints to be strivers: I but strivers for what? Not for their own will and humours, and opinions, vvb, vvg av, pns31 vmd vhi dt n2 pc-acp vbi n2: pns11 cc-acp n2 c-acp q-crq? xx p-acp po32 d n1 cc n2, cc n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 199 Page 105
1866 and fancies, and customs, and traditions which are out of date; and fancies, and customs, and traditions which Are out of date; cc n2, cc n2, cc n2 r-crq vbr av pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 199 Page 105
1867 But strivers for the faith, for the faith of the Gospel, for the Doctrine of faith; and they should labor to joyn all their strength together (both shoulders and hearts:) There's a great deal of striving now, Professors of the Gospel they strive asunder; But strivers for the faith, for the faith of the Gospel, for the Doctrine of faith; and they should labour to join all their strength together (both shoulders and hearts:) There's a great deal of striving now, Professors of the Gospel they strive asunder; cc-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d po32 n1 av (d n2 cc n2:) pc-acp|vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg av, n2 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vvb av; (12) sermon (DIV2) 199 Page 105
1868 but the holy Ghost would have us strive together; but the holy Ghost would have us strive together; cc-acp dt j n1 vmd vhi pno12 vvi av; (12) sermon (DIV2) 199 Page 105
1869 and this is as becomes the Gospel (saith the text:) The Apostle here doth instance in this particular above all others, that to live as it becomes the Gospel, it is to stand fast, with one Spirit, with one mind, striving together for the faith of the Gospel. and this is as becomes the Gospel (Says the text:) The Apostle Here does instance in this particular above all Others, that to live as it becomes the Gospel, it is to stand fast, with one Spirit, with one mind, striving together for the faith of the Gospel. cc d vbz c-acp vvz dt n1 (vvz dt n1:) dt n1 av vdz n1 p-acp d j p-acp d n2-jn, cst pc-acp vvi c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1, pn31 vbz p-acp vvb av-j, p-acp crd n1, p-acp crd n1, vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 199 Page 105
1870 Oh how unbecoming the Gospel is the waies and lives of most Christians now! O how unbecoming the Gospel is the ways and lives of most Christians now! uh q-crq j dt n1 vbz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f ds njpg2 av! (12) sermon (DIV2) 199 Page 105
1871 Q. You will say, From whence are these sad divisions and risings up of hearts amongst the Tribes, Q. You will say, From whence Are these sad divisions and risings up of hearts among the Tribes, np1 pn22 vmb vvi, p-acp c-crq vbr d j n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 200 Page 105
1872 so that one thinks that he hath the truth, and another judgeth that he alone is in the right way? so that one thinks that he hath the truth, and Another Judgeth that he alone is in the right Way? av cst pi vvz d pns31 vhz dt n1, cc n-jn vvz d pns31 av-j vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1? (12) sermon (DIV2) 200 Page 105
1873 A. I beseech you therefore, because it's so fully instanced in the very words of the Text, that the Apostle instances in this particular, give me leave to speak of it in a few words, certainly his meaning is not (when he saith, that you shall be of one spirit, A. I beseech you Therefore, Because it's so Fully instanced in the very words of the Text, that the Apostle instances in this particular, give me leave to speak of it in a few words, Certainly his meaning is not (when he Says, that you shall be of one Spirit, np1 pns11 vvb pn22 av, c-acp pn31|vbz av av-j vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 n2 p-acp d j, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31 p-acp dt d n2, av-j po31 n1 vbz xx (c-crq pns31 vvz, cst pn22 vmb vbi pp-f crd n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1874 and of one mind,) that men should give up their judgements and consciences to the opinions of other men, that others (according to their power) may again lord it over us and so enslave our selves, to draw in their yokes, to grind in their mills, and of one mind,) that men should give up their Judgments and Consciences to the opinions of other men, that Others (according to their power) may again lord it over us and so enslave our selves, to draw in their yokes, to grind in their mills, cc pp-f crd n1,) d n2 vmd vvi a-acp po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, cst n2-jn (vvg p-acp po32 n1) vmb av n1 pn31 p-acp pno12 cc av vvi po12 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1875 and plow with their asses, yea that were against other Scriptures. and blow with their asses, yea that were against other Scriptures. cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, uh cst vbdr p-acp j-jn n2. (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1876 No, but the meaning is this, That we should labor to find out what is truth, search for it as for silver, No, but the meaning is this, That we should labour to find out what is truth, search for it as for silver, uh-dx, cc-acp dt n1 vbz d, cst pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi av q-crq vbz n1, vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1877 and go according to what light we have, but yet so, though we should differ, to keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace, and joyn in al things that we can, and go according to what Light we have, but yet so, though we should differ, to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace, and join in all things that we can, cc vvb vvg p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vhb, cc-acp av av, cs pns12 vmd vvi, p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi p-acp d n2 cst pns12 vmb, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1878 and walk so lovingly, that it may appear, that if there be difference, it is meerly that which conscience makes, and walk so lovingly, that it may appear, that if there be difference, it is merely that which conscience makes, cc vvi av av-vvg, cst pn31 vmb vvi, cst cs pc-acp vbi n1, pn31 vbz av-j cst r-crq n1 vvz, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1879 because we dare not deny what we are perswaded in conscience is a truth: Because we Dare not deny what we Are persuaded in conscience is a truth: c-acp pns12 vvb xx vvi r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 vbz dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1880 We cannot put out the convincing light of the candle of the Lord which is set up within us, We cannot put out the convincing Light of the candle of the Lord which is Set up within us, pns12 vmbx vvi av dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno12, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1881 yet we can live in unity and peace and be useful one to another, communicating our gifts, yet we can live in unity and peace and be useful one to Another, communicating our Gifts, av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 cc vbi j pi p-acp n-jn, vvg po12 n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1882 and graces, comforts and experiences one to another as it becomes Christians. and graces, comforts and experiences one to Another as it becomes Christians. cc n2, n2 cc n2 crd p-acp j-jn c-acp pn31 vvz np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1883 And indeed it is a greater honor to the Gospel, for men though they do differ in their judgments, And indeed it is a greater honour to the Gospel, for men though they do differ in their Judgments, cc av pn31 vbz dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp n2 c-acp pns32 vdb vvi p-acp po32 n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1884 yet if they can keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace, I say, it's a great honor to the Gospel than if they were all of the same mind. yet if they can keep the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace, I say, it's a great honour to the Gospel than if they were all of the same mind. av cs pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vvb, pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cs cs pns32 vbdr d pp-f dt d n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1885 You know the Turks they are al of one mind, but I cannot say so of the Papists, yet they have a chain to keep them together. You know the Turks they Are all of one mind, but I cannot say so of the Papists, yet they have a chain to keep them together. pn22 vvb dt n2 pns32 vbr d pp-f crd n1, cc-acp pns11 vmbx vvi av pp-f dt njp2, av pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av. (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1886 We read of the Egyptians, that when it was darkness among them, they sat still and kept close together, We read of the egyptians, that when it was darkness among them, they sat still and kept close together, pns12 vvb pp-f dt njp2, cst c-crq pn31 vbds n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vvd av cc vvd av-j av, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1887 but when it came to be light, every man went about his own business: but when it Come to be Light, every man went about his own business: cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvd pc-acp vbi j, d n1 vvd p-acp po31 d n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1888 so when light doth begin to break forth, and there's liberty given to search into truths; so when Light does begin to break forth, and there's liberty given to search into truths; av c-crq n1 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi av, cc pc-acp|vbz n1 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2; (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1889 we cannot imagin that at the very first men should be of the same judgment, we cannot imagine that At the very First men should be of the same judgement, pns12 vmbx vvi cst p-acp dt av ord n2 vmd vbi pp-f dt d n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1890 except they will give up their consciences and sacrifice their reason one to another, but though they be not of one judgement, except they will give up their Consciences and sacrifice their reason one to Another, but though they be not of one judgement, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi a-acp po32 n2 cc vvi po32 n1 crd p-acp n-jn, cc-acp cs pns32 vbb xx pp-f crd n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1891 yet there may be kept a blessed unity of affection, there may be a golden girdle clapsed about their loins: yet there may be kept a blessed unity of affection, there may be a golden girdle clasped about their loins: av pc-acp vmb vbi vvn dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1892 yea and of practice so far as men can with peace of conscience and joy in the holy Ghost, yea and of practice so Far as men can with peace of conscience and joy in the holy Ghost, uh cc pp-f n1 av av-j c-acp n2 vmb p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1893 so as not to sin against conscience and light; so as not to sin against conscience and Light; av c-acp xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1894 Unity of affection and practice should be endeavored to the utmost, and it is a most Christian thing so to do; Unity of affection and practice should be endeavoured to the utmost, and it is a most Christian thing so to do; n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j, cc pn31 vbz dt av-ds njp n1 av pc-acp vdi; (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1895 and certainly this should be studied and endeavored by us, as much as lieth in us. and Certainly this should be studied and endeavoured by us, as much as lies in us. cc av-j d vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12, c-acp d c-acp vvz p-acp pno12. (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 106
1896 Me thinks when I reade over the Epistles of Paul, or any part of the new Testament, I see nothing more pressed than this (next to beleeving in Jesus Christ,) and therefore it should be the care of Christians. Me thinks when I read over the Epistles of Paul, or any part of the new Testament, I see nothing more pressed than this (next to believing in jesus christ,) and Therefore it should be the care of Christians. pno11 vvz c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc d n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns11 vvb pix av-dc vvn cs d (ord p-acp vvg p-acp np1 np1,) cc av pn31 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1897 And as it ought to be the care of Christians to study unity and peace; so I beseech you that small differences may not be abused and heightned so far, And as it ought to be the care of Christians to study unity and peace; so I beseech you that small differences may not be abused and heightened so Far, cc c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1; av pns11 vvb pn22 d j n2 vmb xx vbi vvn cc vvn av av-j, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1898 as because some do differ from others, that therefore presently (if they be the least part especially) all the odium should be cast upon them, as Because Some do differ from Others, that Therefore presently (if they be the least part especially) all the odium should be cast upon them, c-acp c-acp d vdb vvi p-acp n2-jn, cst av av-j (cs pns32 vbb dt ds n1 av-j) d dt fw-la vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1899 though they can appeal to God that they do endeavour to know the mind of God, though they can appeal to God that they do endeavour to know the mind of God, cs pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1 cst pns32 vdb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1900 and to keep unity so far as they can without sin. and to keep unity so Far as they can without since. cc pc-acp vvi n1 av av-j c-acp pns32 vmb p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1901 And we shall see that the Scripture doth never lay the sin of devision upon any, And we shall see that the Scripture does never lay the since of division upon any, cc pns12 vmb vvi cst dt n1 vdz av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1902 except those that do lay it upon them are able to say, that those make division from some corrupt end or other of their own: except those that do lay it upon them Are able to say, that those make division from Some corrupt end or other of their own: c-acp d cst vdb vvi pn31 p-acp pno32 vbr j pc-acp vvi, cst d vvb n1 p-acp d j n1 cc n-jn pp-f po32 d: (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1903 and then it charges them deeply; and then it charges them deeply; cc av pn31 vvz pno32 av-jn; (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1904 as that place is most famous that you have in Rom. 16. 17, 18. (and I verily perswade my self that there is many of your that hear this text very much abused) Now I beseech you brethren, mark those which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned, and avoid them. as that place is most famous that you have in Rom. 16. 17, 18. (and I verily persuade my self that there is many of your that hear this text very much abused) Now I beseech you brothers, mark those which cause divisions and offences contrary to the Doctrine which you have learned, and avoid them. c-acp cst n1 vbz av-ds j cst pn22 vhb p-acp np1 crd crd, crd (cc pns11 av-j vvb po11 n1 cst pc-acp vbz d pp-f po22 d vvi d n1 av av-d vvn) av pns11 vvb pn22 n2, vvb d r-crq n1 n2 cc n2 j-jn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pn22 vhb vvn, cc vvi pno32. (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1905 This is the great place against that sin which we call schism, for schism is nothing but a rending asunder, That cause division, [ schism ] contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned and avoid them. This is the great place against that since which we call Schism, for Schism is nothing but a rending asunder, That cause division, [ Schism ] contrary to the Doctrine which you have learned and avoid them. d vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq pns12 vvb n1, p-acp n1 vbz pix p-acp dt j-vvg av, cst n1 n1, [ n1 ] j-jn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pn22 vhb vvn cc vvi pno32. (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1906 Now you know the sin of schism was cast by the Popish Bishops heretofore upon all that would not be of their minds in any ceremonies and will-worship, Now you know the since of Schism was cast by the Popish Bishops heretofore upon all that would not be of their minds in any ceremonies and will-worship, av pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n2 av p-acp d cst vmd xx vbi pp-f po32 n2 p-acp d n2 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1907 and because many would not come up to the Rails, and submit to receive the Lords Supper by kneeling in that way that it was then admistred by our Prelatical Priests, therefore they were termed schismaticks: and Because many would not come up to the Rails, and submit to receive the lords Supper by kneeling in that Way that it was then admistred by our Prelatical Priests, Therefore they were termed Schismatics: cc c-acp d vmd xx vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2, cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt n2 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp d n1 cst pn31 vbds av vvn p-acp po12 j n2, av pns32 vbdr vvn n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1908 And so at this day, many cry out of others if so be they cannot swallow Camels with them, And so At this day, many cry out of Others if so be they cannot swallow Camels with them, cc av p-acp d n1, d vvb av pp-f n2-jn cs av vbb pns32 vmbx vvi n2 p-acp pno32, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1909 if so be they differ in some things wherein they cannot joyn with them because it would be sin and a snare to them, they presently say they are guilty of schism, if so be they differ in Some things wherein they cannot join with them Because it would be since and a snare to them, they presently say they Are guilty of Schism, cs av vbb pns32 vvb p-acp d n2 c-crq pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp pno32 c-acp pn31 vmd vbi n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 av-j vvb pns32 vbr j pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1910 and faction (There is a great deal of taking Gods Name in vain in this thing;) yet they do not tell you what the true nature of schism is, and faction (There is a great deal of taking God's Name in vain in this thing;) yet they do not tell you what the true nature of Schism is, cc n1 (pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg n2 vvb p-acp j p-acp d n1;) av pns32 vdb xx vvi pn22 r-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz, (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1911 but if any persons joyn not with the greater part (which is usually least conscientious) that's schism in an high degree; but if any Persons join not with the greater part (which is usually least conscientious) that's Schism in an high degree; cc-acp cs d n2 vvb xx p-acp dt jc n1 (r-crq vbz av-j av-ds j) d|vbz n1 p-acp dt j n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1912 this is not that that becomes the Gospel, presently to judg all that differ from us. this is not that that becomes the Gospel, presently to judge all that differ from us. d vbz xx d cst vvz dt n1, av-j p-acp n1 d cst vvb p-acp pno12. (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1913 But mark the next words and there the Apostle tells what schism is. But mark the next words and there the Apostle tells what Schism is. cc-acp vvb dt ord n2 cc a-acp dt n1 vvz r-crq n1 vbz. (12) sermon (DIV2) 201 Page 107
1914 First, it must be contrary to sound doctrine, for (saith he) They that are such, serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, First, it must be contrary to found Doctrine, for (Says he) They that Are such, serve not our Lord jesus christ, ord, pn31 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp j n1, p-acp (vvz pns31) pns32 cst vbr d, vvb xx po12 n1 np1 np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1915 but their own belly, and by good words, and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple: but their own belly, and by good words, and fair Speeches deceive the hearts of the simple: cc-acp po32 d n1, cc p-acp j n2, cc j n2 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j: (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1916 The Apostle could take it upon his conscience by seeing the behaviour of these men, that the cause why they differed from others it was, not out of tenderness of conscience and desire to know the mind of God, The Apostle could take it upon his conscience by seeing the behaviour of these men, that the cause why they differed from Others it was, not out of tenderness of conscience and desire to know the mind of God, dt n1 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f d n2, cst dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp n2-jn pn31 vbds, xx av pp-f n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1917 but by their behavior he saw enough to satisfie his conscience, their Conversation gave their profession the lye; but by their behaviour he saw enough to satisfy his conscience, their Conversation gave their profession the lie; cc-acp p-acp po32 n1 pns31 vvd av-d pc-acp vvi po31 n1, po32 n1 vvd po32 n1 dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1918 and therefore (saith he) avoid such. So I confess, if men can take it upon their consciences, and Therefore (Says he) avoid such. So I confess, if men can take it upon their Consciences, cc av (vvz pns31) vvb d. av pns11 vvb, cs n2 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1919 as they would answer to Jesus Christ; I see such and such men to differ thus; as they would answer to jesus christ; I see such and such men to differ thus; c-acp pns32 vmd vvi p-acp np1 np1; pns11 vvb d cc d n2 pc-acp vvi av; (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1920 but I can appeal to Christ in it, that upon these and these grounds I am perswaded it is not out of tenderness of conscience, but I can appeal to christ in it, that upon these and these grounds I am persuaded it is not out of tenderness of conscience, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp pn31, cst p-acp d cc d n2 pns11 vbm vvn pn31 vbz xx av pp-f n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1921 and I am verily perswaded that there is no willingness in them to know the mind of Christ, and I am verily persuaded that there is no willingness in them to know the mind of christ, cc pns11 vbm av-j vvn cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1922 but it is to serve their own carnal ends, and purposes. but it is to serve their own carnal ends, and Purposes. cc-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi po32 d j n2, cc n2. (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1923 I confess if we can take this upon our consciences as we will answer it to Jesus Christ, that there are such and such grounds upon which we beleeve Christ wil so account, that such men do not differ through their tenderness, I confess if we can take this upon our Consciences as we will answer it to jesus christ, that there Are such and such grounds upon which we believe christ will so account, that such men do not differ through their tenderness, pns11 vvb cs pns12 vmb vvi d p-acp po12 n2 c-acp pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp np1 np1, cst a-acp vbr d cc d n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb np1 vmb av vvi, cst d n2 vdb xx vvi p-acp po32 n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1924 but from their own carnal ends, these men may be accounted schismaticks: but from their own carnal ends, these men may be accounted Schismatics: cc-acp p-acp po32 d j n2, d n2 vmb vbi vvn n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1925 This is the sin of schism, when through want of love and to serve their own by-ends men shall rend one from another: This is the since of Schism, when through want of love and to serve their own by-ends men shall rend one from Another: d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc pc-acp vvi po32 d n2 n2 vmb vvi pi p-acp n-jn: (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1926 But now is it possible to think that the holy Ghost should lay so great a load (as to command the Saints to avoid such persons) upon men whose consciences are upright with God, sure when a man shall be able to appeal to God, But now is it possible to think that the holy Ghost should lay so great a load (as to command the Saints to avoid such Persons) upon men whose Consciences Are upright with God, sure when a man shall be able to appeal to God, cc-acp av vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi cst dt j n1 vmd vvi av j dt n1 (c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 pc-acp vvi d n2) p-acp n2 r-crq n2 vbr av-j p-acp np1, av-j c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1927 and say, Lord, thou that knowest all things, knowest that it is the desire of my soul to know thy will, and say, Lord, thou that Knowest all things, Knowest that it is the desire of my soul to know thy will, cc vvi, n1, pns21 cst vv2 d n2, vv2 cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1928 and I search for it, and pray for it, and it is the affliction of my soul that I differ in any thing from my brethren that I see to be godly, and I search for it, and pray for it, and it is the affliction of my soul that I differ in any thing from my brothers that I see to be godly, cc pns11 vvb p-acp pn31, cc vvb p-acp pn31, cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 cst pns11 vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp po11 n2 cst pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi j, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1929 and if I knew thy mind, thou knowest I would quickly close with them, and account it the greatest happiness that can befall me in this life to shake hands with them in such and such particulars; and if I knew thy mind, thou Knowest I would quickly close with them, and account it the greatest happiness that can befall me in this life to shake hands with them in such and such particulars; cc cs pns11 vvd po21 n1, pns21 vv2 pns11 vmd av-j vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvb pn31 dt js n1 cst vmb vvi pno11 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp d cc d n2-j; (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1930 But thou hast laid this charge upon me, that I must do what I do out of faith, But thou hast laid this charge upon me, that I must do what I do out of faith, cc-acp pns21 vh2 vvn d n1 p-acp pno11, cst pns11 vmb vdi r-crq pns11 vdb av pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1931 and I should sin against that rule of thine if I should yeeld to that that I see no footing for out of thy Word. and I should sin against that Rule of thine if I should yield to that that I see no footing for out of thy Word. cc pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f png21 cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d cst pns11 vvb dx n-vvg p-acp av pp-f po21 n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 108
1932 Now if a soul should make this moan to Jesus Christ, do you think that Christ would account this man a schismatick? and that he must be avoided and persecuted 〈 ◊ 〉 a schismatick? no certainly there's a great mistake in this, Now if a soul should make this moan to jesus christ, do you think that christ would account this man a schismatic? and that he must be avoided and persecuted 〈 ◊ 〉 a schismatic? no Certainly there's a great mistake in this, av cs dt n1 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp np1 np1, vdb pn22 vvi cst np1 vmd vvi d n1 dt n-jn? cc cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn 〈 sy 〉 dt n-jn? uh-dx av-j pc-acp|vbz dt j n1 p-acp d, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1933 and this is meerly for want of charity; and this is merely for want of charity; cc d vbz av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1934 and that which the holy Ghost is so bitter against is, when men for want of love to their brethren, and that which the holy Ghost is so bitter against is, when men for want of love to their brothers, cc cst r-crq dt j n1 vbz av j p-acp vbz, c-crq n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1935 and for to serve their own base ends make breaches and rents in the Church; judge such now to be guilty of the sin of schism and no other; and for to serve their own base ends make Breaches and rends in the Church; judge such now to be guilty of the since of Schism and no other; cc p-acp pc-acp vvi po32 d j n2 vvb n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1; vvb d av pc-acp vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dx n-jn; (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1936 for that is to break unity, to judge others guilty of schism, meerly because they differ from you, for that is to break unity, to judge Others guilty of Schism, merely Because they differ from you, p-acp d vbz pc-acp vvi n1, pc-acp vvi n2-jn j pp-f n1, av-j c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pn22, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1937 and cannot reade by your spectacles, these extreams that I have spoken of are waies that are very much unbeseeming the Gospel of Christ, and cannot read by your spectacles, these extremes that I have spoken of Are ways that Are very much unbeseeming the Gospel of christ, cc vmbx vvi p-acp po22 n2, d n2-jn cst pns11 vhb vvn pp-f vbr n2 cst vbr av av-d vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1938 for men our of base ends to break unity, to rend from the Saints; for men our of base ends to break unity, to rend from the Saints; p-acp n2 po12 pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2; (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1939 or otherwise because men joyn not with you in every thing you desire, therefore presently to put such a brand upon them, or otherwise Because men join not with you in every thing you desire, Therefore presently to put such a brand upon them, cc av c-acp n2 vvb xx p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1 pn22 vvb, av av-j pc-acp vvi d dt n1 p-acp pno32, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1940 as to stigmatize them for schismaticks, certainly this unchristian like nicknaming the children of God maintains the breach and widens it more and more; as to stigmatize them for Schismatics, Certainly this unchristian like nicknaming the children of God maintains the breach and widens it more and more; c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, av-j d j j vvg dt n2 pp-f np1 vvz dt n1 cc vvz pn31 av-dc cc av-dc; (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1941 whereas the Conversation that becomes the Gospel is to study, to find out the truth. whereas the Conversation that becomes the Gospel is to study, to find out the truth. cs dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi av dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1942 And do I see Learned and Godly men of another judgment? Let me pray more unto the Father of lights for the Spirit of revelation: And do I see Learned and Godly men of Another judgement? Let me pray more unto the Father of lights for the Spirit of Revelation: cc vdb pns11 vvi j cc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1? vvb pno11 vvi av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1943 It may be I may mistake; It may be I may mistake; pn31 vmb vbi pns11 vmb vvi; (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1944 If I be mistaken, Lord discover it, let me not go on in the waies of darkness, If I be mistaken, Lord discover it, let me not go on in the ways of darkness, cs pns11 vbb vvn, n1 vvb pn31, vvb pno11 xx vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1945 but take away the scales from my understanding, that I may see into the deep things of God and his Gospel; but take away the scales from my understanding, that I may see into the deep things of God and his Gospel; cc-acp vvb av dt n2 p-acp po11 n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1946 And therefore others that they differ from should tender these as brethren, and look upon them and see, are they not consciencious in all their other waies? Can I be able to find any fault with them in their lives and Conversations? It may be it's their mistake, And Therefore Others that they differ from should tender these as brothers, and look upon them and see, Are they not conscientious in all their other ways? Can I be able to find any fault with them in their lives and Conversations? It may be it's their mistake, cc av n2-jn cst pns32 vvb p-acp vmd vvi d c-acp n2, cc vvb p-acp pno32 cc vvi, vbr pns32 xx j p-acp d po32 j-jn n2? vmb pns11 vbi j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2? pn31 vmb vbi pn31|vbz po32 n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1947 then let me pray for them and labor to help them, and tender them all I can, it may be God will reveal his mind to them more fully afterward: then let me pray for them and labour to help them, and tender them all I can, it may be God will reveal his mind to them more Fully afterwards: av vvb pno11 vvi p-acp pno32 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvb pno32 d pns11 vmb, pn31 vmb vbi np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32 av-dc av-j av: (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1948 Now in what we have attained let us walk, and if any be otherwise minded God will reveal his mind to them, Now in what we have attained let us walk, and if any be otherwise minded God will reveal his mind to them, av p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn vvb pno12 vvi, cc cs d vbb av vvn np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1949 and this carriage should be in Christians one towards another, that differ one from another, and this is a Conversation becoming the Gospel: and this carriage should be in Christians one towards Another, that differ one from Another, and this is a Conversation becoming the Gospel: cc d n1 vmd vbi p-acp np1 crd p-acp n-jn, cst vvb pi p-acp n-jn, cc d vbz dt n1 vvg dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1950 But when one differs from another, for to give reviling speeches, and names of disgrace, But when one differs from Another, for to give reviling Speeches, and names of disgrace, cc-acp c-crq crd vvz p-acp j-jn, c-acp pc-acp vvi vvg n2, cc n2 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1951 and to cast dirt one upon another, this is exceeding unbecoming the Gospel, yea, if the Heathens were amongst us, they would even loath the Gospel of Jesus Christ to see the carriage of Christians that there are at this day amongst us: and to cast dirt one upon Another, this is exceeding unbecoming the Gospel, yea, if the heathens were among us, they would even loath the Gospel of jesus christ to see the carriage of Christians that there Are At this day among us: cc pc-acp vvi n1 crd p-acp n-jn, d vbz vvg j dt n1, uh, cs dt n2-jn vbdr p-acp pno12, pns32 vmd av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 d a-acp vbr p-acp d n1 p-acp pno12: (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 109
1952 But the Conversation that becomes the Gospel of Christ, is that which manifests unity, to live in unity one with another, But the Conversation that becomes the Gospel of christ, is that which manifests unity, to live in unity one with Another, cc-acp dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz d r-crq vvz n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 crd p-acp n-jn, (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 110
1953 for the Gospel preacheth to us the greatest unity of Christians that possibly can be between man and man. for the Gospel Preacheth to us the greatest unity of Christians that possibly can be between man and man. p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12 dt js n1 pp-f np1 cst av-j vmb vbi p-acp n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 202 Page 110
1954 Again, The Gospel holds forth this, The glorious happiness of the Saints in Heaven. Again, The Gospel holds forth this, The glorious happiness of the Saints in Heaven. av, dt n1 vvz av d, dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 203 Page 110
1955 You cannot find much of that in the Law, in all the old Testament you find but little of eternal life, I cannot discover three texts from Genesis to the end of Malachi that doth cleerly hold forth eternal life; You cannot find much of that in the Law, in all the old Testament you find but little of Eternal life, I cannot discover three texts from Genesis to the end of Malachi that does clearly hold forth Eternal life; pn22 vmbx vvi d pp-f d p-acp dt n1, p-acp d dt j n1 pn22 vvb p-acp j pp-f j n1, pns11 vmbx vvi crd n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vdz av-j vvi av j n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 203 Page 110
1956 it's true, our forefathers (no question) in the old Testament did know that there was eternal life, it's true, our Forefathers (no question) in the old Testament did know that there was Eternal life, pn31|vbz j, po12 n2 (dx n1) p-acp dt j n1 vdd vvi d a-acp vbds j n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 203 Page 110
1957 and some Scriptures there are that do tend that way; and Some Scriptures there Are that do tend that Way; cc d n2 pc-acp vbr cst vdb vvi d n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 203 Page 110
1958 but I beleeve there's none of you can give many texts from Genesis to Malachi that do expresly hold forth the Glory of the Saints in Heaven. but I believe there's none of you can give many texts from Genesis to Malachi that do expressly hold forth the Glory of the Saints in Heaven. cc-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp|vbz pix pp-f pn22 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cst vdb av-j vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 203 Page 110
1959 Now the Gospel that holds it forth in 2 Tim. 1. 10. saith the Apostle there (speaking of the glory of the Saints and immortality) in the 9. ver. Now the Gospel that holds it forth in 2 Tim. 1. 10. Says the Apostle there (speaking of the glory of the Saints and immortality) in the 9. ver. av dt n1 cst vvz pn31 av p-acp crd np1 crd crd vvz dt n1 a-acp (vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n1) p-acp dt crd fw-la. (12) sermon (DIV2) 203 Page 110
1960 Who hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, Who hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, r-crq vhz vvn pno12, cc vvd pno12 p-acp dt j n-vvg, xx vvg p-acp po12 n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 203 Page 110
1961 but according to his own purpose and grace, which he hath givin us in Christ Jesus before the world began: but according to his own purpose and grace, which he hath giving us in christ jesus before the world began: cc-acp vvg p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vhz vvg pno12 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 vvd: (12) sermon (DIV2) 203 Page 110
1962 But is now made manifest by the appearance of our Savior Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, But is now made manifest by the appearance of our Saviour jesus christ, who hath abolished death, cc-acp vbz av vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, r-crq vhz vvn n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 203 Page 110
1963 and hath brought life and immortality to light through the Gospel. and hath brought life and immortality to Light through the Gospel. cc vhz vvn n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 203 Page 110
1964 How comes life and immortality to be brought to light through the Gospel? Did not our forefathers know of life and immortality before? Yes, How comes life and immortality to be brought to Light through the Gospel? Did not our Forefathers know of life and immortality before? Yes, c-crq vvz n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1? vdd xx po12 n2 vvb pp-f n1 cc n1 a-acp? uh, (12) sermon (DIV2) 203 Page 110
1965 but very darkly, and some of the eminent ones knew but little of that exceeding riches of glory and happiness the Saints shall be crowned with in Heaven, life and immortality is brought to light through the Gospel. but very darkly, and Some of the eminent ones knew but little of that exceeding riches of glory and happiness the Saints shall be crowned with in Heaven, life and immortality is brought to Light through the Gospel. cc-acp av av-j, cc d pp-f dt j pi2 vvd cc-acp av-j pp-f d j-vvg n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 dt n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 203 Page 110
1966 In former times was it known (till Christ came in the flesh) that the happiness of the Saints should be in the vision of God, in standing before the face of God, In former times was it known (till christ Come in the Flesh) that the happiness of the Saints should be in the vision of God, in standing before the face of God, p-acp j n2 vbds pn31 vvn (c-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n1) cst dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 204 Page 110
1967 and beholding him in glory in Heaven? and beholding him in glory in Heaven? cc vvg pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1? (12) sermon (DIV2) 204 Page 110
1968 Did they know the communion that the Saints shall have wth God, and with Jesus Christ in his bodily presence in glory? Did they know the communion that the Saints shall have with God, and with jesus christ in his bodily presence in glory? vdd pns32 vvi dt n1 cst dt n2 vmb vhi p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1 np1 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp n1? (12) sermon (DIV2) 205 Page 110
1969 Did they understand the fruition of God, and Gods being all in all to the Saints, Did they understand the fruition of God, and God's being all in all to the Saints, vdd pns32 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n2 vbg av-d p-acp d p-acp dt n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 206 Page 110
1970 as he shal be in the communication of all fulness of good? Did they understand the inheritance of the Saints which is in light? as he shall be in the communication of all fullness of good? Did they understand the inheritance of the Saints which is in Light? c-acp pns31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f j? vdd pns32 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq vbz p-acp n1? (12) sermon (DIV2) 206 Page 110
1971 Did they know that the Saints were not only Heirs, but Co-heirs with Jesus Christ? These things are known only in the Gospel, the glorious reward of the Saints. Did they know that the Saints were not only Heirs, but Coheirs with jesus christ? These things Are known only in the Gospel, the glorious reward of the Saints. vdd pns32 vvi cst dt n2 vbdr xx av-j n2, cc-acp n2 p-acp np1 np1? np1 n2 vbr vvn av-j p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n2. (12) sermon (DIV2) 208 Page 111
1972 Did they in the time of the Law, know that these bodies of ours should be made more glorious than the Sun in the firmament? This the Gospel tels us, that these lumps of clay which we carry now about with us, shall be one day more glorious than the Sun shining in his luster. Did they in the time of the Law, know that these bodies of ours should be made more glorious than the Sun in the firmament? This the Gospel tells us, that these lumps of clay which we carry now about with us, shall be one day more glorious than the Sun shining in his luster. vdd pns32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb cst d n2 pp-f png12 vmd vbi vvn av-dc j cs dt n1 p-acp dt n1? np1 dt n1 vvz pno12, cst d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vvb av p-acp p-acp pno12, vmb vbi crd n1 av-dc j cs dt n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 209 Page 111
1973 Did they know that our bodies should be made like to the glorious body of Jesus Christ? That it is sown in weakness; Did they know that our bodies should be made like to the glorious body of jesus christ? That it is sown in weakness; vdd pns32 vvi cst po12 n2 vmd vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1? cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 210 Page 111
1974 but it is raised in power; sown in dishonor, but raised in glory; sown a natural body, but should rise a spiritual body; but it is raised in power; sown in dishonour, but raised in glory; sown a natural body, but should rise a spiritual body; cc-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1; vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp vvd p-acp n1; vvn dt j n1, cc-acp vmd vvi dt j n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 210 Page 111
1975 and sown in corruption, and should be raised in incorruption? Certainly these things were very little known to the forefathers, (if known at all.) and sown in corruption, and should be raised in incorruption? Certainly these things were very little known to the Forefathers, (if known At all.) cc vvn p-acp n1, cc vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1? av-j d n2 vbdr av av-j vvn p-acp dt n2, (cs vvn p-acp d.) (12) sermon (DIV2) 210 Page 111
1976 Now these things were the great Counsels of God, that were kept hid from all eternity, only the Lord did reserve the discovery thereof to the coming of his Son, that was the time for opening of Heaven, Heaven was shut, Now these things were the great Counsels of God, that were kept hid from all eternity, only the Lord did reserve the discovery thereof to the coming of his Son, that was the time for opening of Heaven, Heaven was shut, av d n2 vbdr dt j n2 pp-f np1, cst vbdr vvn vvn p-acp d n1, av-j dt n1 vdd vvi dt n1 av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, cst vbds dt n1 p-acp vvg pp-f n1, n1 vbds vvn, (12) sermon (DIV2) 211 Page 111
1977 and there was little seen of the glory thereof till Christ was incarnate in the flesh, the Lord (I say) reserved the opening of the Gates of Heaven, and there was little seen of the glory thereof till christ was incarnate in the Flesh, the Lord (I say) reserved the opening of the Gates of Heaven, cc a-acp vbds av-j vvn pp-f dt n1 av p-acp np1 vbds j p-acp dt n1, dt n1 (pns11 vvb) vvd dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 211 Page 111
1978 and the shewing of the glory of it to the Saints till the coming of Jesus Christ. and the showing of the glory of it to the Saints till the coming of jesus christ. cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1 np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 211 Page 111
1979 Christ now tels us of mansions that He is gone before to prepare for us, and when our earthly tabernacle is dissolved, we have a building, not made with hands, but eternal in the Heavens. christ now tells us of mansions that He is gone before to prepare for us, and when our earthly tabernacle is dissolved, we have a building, not made with hands, but Eternal in the Heavens. np1 av vvz pno12 pp-f n2 cst pns31 vbz vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cc c-crq po12 j n1 vbz vvn, pns12 vhb dt n1, xx vvn p-acp n2, cc-acp j p-acp dt n2. (12) sermon (DIV2) 211 Page 111
1980 Oh now my brethren, how ought we to live? It's the argument of the Apostle when he speaks but of the great chang in the Church here (speaking of new Heavens and a new Earth) it's meant of the state of the Church that it shall be in even here; O now my brothers, how ought we to live? It's the argument of the Apostle when he speaks but of the great change in the Church Here (speaking of new Heavens and a new Earth) it's meant of the state of the Church that it shall be in even Here; uh av po11 n2, q-crq vmd pns12 pc-acp vvi? pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pp-f dt j vvi p-acp dt n1 av (vvg pp-f j n2 cc dt j n1) pn31|vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst pn31 vmb vbi p-acp av av; (12) sermon (DIV2) 211 Page 111
1981 •nd saith he, What manner of persons ought we to be in all holiness and godly conversation? But then when we hear of the highest Heavens, Abrahams bosom, the Paradise, the Saints shall be living with Christ, wrapt up to the third Heavens (as the Apostle was:) Oh what manner of persons ought we to be in all godliness and holy Conversation? •nd Says he, What manner of Persons ought we to be in all holiness and godly Conversation? But then when we hear of the highest Heavens, Abrahams bosom, the Paradise, the Saints shall be living with christ, wrapped up to the third Heavens (as the Apostle was:) O what manner of Persons ought we to be in all godliness and holy Conversation? n1 vvz pns31, r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vmd pns12 pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1 cc j n1? p-acp av c-crq pns12 vvb pp-f dt js n2, npg1 n1, dt n1, dt n2 vmb vbi vvg p-acp np1, vvn a-acp p-acp dt ord n2 (c-acp dt n1 vbds:) uh q-crq n1 pp-f n2 vmd pns12 pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1 cc j n1? (12) sermon (DIV2) 211 Page 111
1982 Now if you should ask me, what Conversation is becoming the Gospel? I would tell you, that which we have in the third Chap. of this Epistle; Now if you should ask me, what Conversation is becoming the Gospel? I would tell you, that which we have in the third Chap. of this Epistle; av cs pn22 vmd vvi pno11, q-crq n1 vbz vvg dt n1? pns11 vmd vvi pn22, cst r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp dt ord np1 pp-f d n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 111
1983 For our Conversation is in Heaven. For our Conversation is in Heaven. p-acp po12 n1 vbz p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 111
1984 Upon what ground is it? from whence also we look for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall chang our vile body, that it may be fashioned like to His glorious body. Upon what ground is it? from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord jesus christ, who shall change our vile body, that it may be fashioned like to His glorious body. p-acp r-crq n1 vbz pn31? p-acp q-crq av pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, dt n1 np1 np1, r-crq vmb vvi po12 j n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn av-j p-acp po31 j n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 112
1985 We look (saith he) for the Lord Jesus Christ from Heaven, who shall put forth such a power as shall change our vile bodies, that they may be fashioned like unto His glorious body; We look (Says he) for the Lord jesus christ from Heaven, who shall put forth such a power as shall change our vile bodies, that they may be fashioned like unto His glorious body; pns12 vvb (vvz pns31) p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 p-acp n1, r-crq vmb vvi av d dt n1 c-acp vmb vvi po12 j n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn av-j p-acp po31 j n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 112
1986 therefore our Conversation is in Heaven. Therefore our Conversation is in Heaven. av po12 n1 vbz p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 112
1987 Do you expect that this flesh of yours should be made like the Sun in the Heavens, Do you expect that this Flesh of yours should be made like the Sun in the Heavens, vdb pn22 vvi cst d n1 pp-f png22 vmd vbi vvn av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 112
1988 like the glorious body of Jesus Christ? Oh then do not abuse your flesh to sin, make not provision for the flesh to satisfie the lusts thereof, let no member of your body be a weapon of unrighteousness to sin against God withal: like the glorious body of jesus christ? O then do not abuse your Flesh to since, make not provision for the Flesh to satisfy the Lustiest thereof, let no member of your body be a weapon of unrighteousness to sin against God withal: av-j dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1? uh av vdb xx vvi po22 n1 p-acp n1, vvb xx n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 av, vvb dx n1 pp-f po22 n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 av: (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 112
1989 when you are tempted to any bodily sin, stop your selves with this meditation: when you Are tempted to any bodily since, stop your selves with this meditation: c-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp d j n1, vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 112
1990 Shall I sin against God with this body of mine that I beleeve shall one day be more glorious than the Sun in the firmament, which ere long will be made like to the glorious Body of Jesus Christ? Have we the hopes and promises of such an inheritance in Heaven? Oh then, let not only our thoughts be there, Shall I sin against God with this body of mine that I believe shall one day be more glorious than the Sun in the firmament, which ere long will be made like to the glorious Body of jesus christ? Have we the hope's and promises of such an inheritance in Heaven? O then, let not only our thoughts be there, vmb pns11 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png11 cst pns11 vvb vmb crd n1 vbb av-dc j cs dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq c-acp av-j vmb vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1? vhb pns12 dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp n1? uh av, vvb xx av-j po12 n2 vbb a-acp, (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 112
1991 but our Conversation, our Trading, our only business be there also; but our Conversation, our Trading, our only business be there also; cc-acp po12 n1, po12 n-vvg, po12 j n1 vbb a-acp av; (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 112
1992 Oh let it appear that we have heavenly hearts, and spiritual carriages, that we live as it becomes those that hope within a few daies, O let it appear that we have heavenly hearts, and spiritual carriages, that we live as it becomes those that hope within a few days, uh vvb pn31 vvi cst pns12 vhb j n2, cc j n2, cst pns12 vvb c-acp pn31 vvz d cst vvb p-acp dt d n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 112
1993 or months, to be possest with the glory of Heaven which Christ hath prepared for us; or months, to be possessed with the glory of Heaven which christ hath prepared for us; cc n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12; (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 112
1994 such should our Conversations be, heavenly Conversations, shining with the light of the glory of Heaven upon us, Heaven should appear in our Conversations now, such should our Conversations be, heavenly Conversations, shining with the Light of the glory of Heaven upon us, Heaven should appear in our Conversations now, d vmd po12 n2 vbb, j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, n1 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2 av, (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 112
1995 so that they who look upon us and converse with us, may truly judg, these are the Citizens of the new Jerusalem, free Denizons of Heaven, they speak the very language of Canaan already, so that they who look upon us and converse with us, may truly judge, these Are the Citizens of the new Jerusalem, free Denizen of Heaven, they speak the very language of Canaan already, av cst pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp pno12 cc vvi p-acp pno12, vmb av-j vvb, d vbr dt n2 pp-f dt j np1, j n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb dt j n1 pp-f np1 av, (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 112
1996 and ere long they wil be possest of that promised Land. and ere long they will be possessed of that promised Land. cc c-acp av-j pns32 vmb vbi vvn pp-f cst j-vvn n1 (12) sermon (DIV2) 212 Page 112
1997 I'le conclude all now with one Scripture, in 2 Cor. 3. 3. Forasmuch as ye are manifestly declared to be the Epistle of Christ ministred by us, written, not with ink, I'll conclude all now with one Scripture, in 2 Cor. 3. 3. Forasmuch as you Are manifestly declared to be the Epistle of christ ministered by us, written, not with ink, pns11|vmb vvi d av p-acp crd n1, p-acp crd np1 crd crd av c-acp pn22 vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno12, vvn, xx p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 213 Page 112
1998 but with the Spirit of the living God; not in tables of stone, but in fleshly tables of the heart. but with the Spirit of the living God; not in tables of stone, but in fleshly tables of the heart. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1; xx p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp j n2 pp-f dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 213 Page 112
1999 Mark; the Apostle here tels the Corinthians that they are manifestly declared to be the Epistle of Christ: Mark; the Apostle Here tells the Corinthians that they Are manifestly declared to be the Epistle of christ: vvb; dt n1 av vvz dt np1 cst pns32 vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 213 Page 112
2000 observe the text, the People of God, Beleevers, are manifestly declared to be the Epistle of Christ. Quest. observe the text, the People of God, Believers, Are manifestly declared to be the Epistle of christ. Quest. vvb dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, n2, vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1. n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 213 Page 112
2001 Epistle of Christ (you wil say) what's the meaning of that? or what use can you make of that to your point? Epistle of christ (you will say) what's the meaning of that? or what use can you make of that to your point? n1 pp-f np1 (pn22 vmb vvi) q-crq|vbz dt n1 pp-f d? cc q-crq n1 vmb pn22 vvi pp-f d p-acp po22 n1? (12) sermon (DIV2) 214 Page 112
2002 Answ. The meaning of it is this, That Christ doth by them, or in them, write an Epistle to the world, to declare to the world His mind and His will; Answer The meaning of it is this, That christ does by them, or in them, write an Epistle to the world, to declare to the world His mind and His will; np1 dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz d, cst np1 vdz p-acp pno32, cc p-acp pno32, vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 po31 n1 cc po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2003 'tis as if the Apostle should say, You that are beleevers, know that Christ makes use of you to declare to the world, what He is, what His glory is, you are His Epistle; it's as if the Apostle should say, You that Are believers, know that christ makes use of you to declare to the world, what He is, what His glory is, you Are His Epistle; pn31|vbz c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi, pn22 cst vbr n2, vvb cst np1 vvz n1 pp-f pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vbz, r-crq po31 n1 vbz, pn22 vbr po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2004 Christ sends by you the knowledge of Himself into the world, so that when the world looks upon you, they that run may reade in your lives and Conversations, christ sends by you the knowledge of Himself into the world, so that when the world looks upon you, they that run may read in your lives and Conversations, np1 vvz p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f px31 p-acp dt n1, av cst c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pn22, pns32 cst vvb vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2 cc n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2005 and examples the very Epistle of Christ (transcribed to the life) whereby He declares to the world His excellencies and His glory in lively Characters. and Examples the very Epistle of christ (transcribed to the life) whereby He declares to the world His excellencies and His glory in lively Characters. cc n2 dt j n1 pp-f np1 (vvn p-acp dt n1) c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 po31 n2 cc po31 n1 p-acp j n2. (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2006 Now my brethren, this should be the Conversation of all Saints, (that is) They should in their lives be the Epistle of Jesus Christ, there should be (as it were) fairly written in their lives the graces of Jesus Christ, the mysteries of the Gospel, the deep things of God. Now my brothers, this should be the Conversation of all Saints, (that is) They should in their lives be the Epistle of jesus christ, there should be (as it were) fairly written in their lives the graces of jesus christ, the Mysteres of the Gospel, the deep things of God. av po11 n2, d vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f d n2, (cst vbz) pns32 vmd p-acp po32 n2 vbb dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pc-acp vmd vbi (c-acp pn31 vbdr) av-j vvn p-acp po32 n2 dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt j-jn n2 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2007 Would you know what Christs mind is? and what the excellencies of Christ are, Would you know what Christ mind is? and what the excellencies of christ Are, vmd pn22 vvi r-crq npg1 n1 vbz? cc q-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr, (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2008 and of the Gospel? Reade it in the Saints, in their lives, see their waies and you may know much of the mind of Christ in them, you that cānot tel a letter in the book, and of the Gospel? Reade it in the Saints, in their lives, see their ways and you may know much of the mind of christ in them, you that cannot tell a Letter in the book, cc pp-f dt n1? np1 pn31 p-acp dt n2, p-acp po32 n2, vvb po32 n2 cc pn22 vmb vvi d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, pn22 cst vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2009 yet you may read this Epistle, you may reade the Epistle that Jesus Christ sends to the world, to convince the world: yet you may read this Epistle, you may read the Epistle that jesus christ sends to the world, to convince the world: av pn22 vmb vvi d n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 cst np1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2010 Now the Epistle that Christ sends to the world, is not only in His Word (there indeed is a great Epistle that Christ hath sent, Now the Epistle that christ sends to the world, is not only in His Word (there indeed is a great Epistle that christ hath sent, av dt n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, vbz xx av-j p-acp po31 n1 (a-acp av vbz dt j n1 cst np1 vhz vvn, (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2011 for the Scripture is no other, but as an Ancient cals it, the Epistle of God to the world, God sends His Letter to the world) but the Saints are Christs Epistle likewise wherin Christs mind is to be read and known; for the Scripture is no other, but as an Ancient calls it, the Epistle of God to the world, God sends His letter to the world) but the Saints Are Christ Epistle likewise wherein Christ mind is to be read and known; p-acp dt n1 vbz dx n-jn, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1) p-acp dt n2 vbr npg1 n1 av c-crq npg1 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn; (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2012 then let your Conversations be such, as that you may be a full Epistle of Christ to the whole world, that all the world may reade what Christ is in you, take heed of blotting and blurring this Epistle. then let your Conversations be such, as that you may be a full Epistle of christ to the Whole world, that all the world may read what christ is in you, take heed of blotting and blurring this Epistle. av vvb po22 n2 vbb d, c-acp cst pn22 vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst d dt n1 vmb vvi r-crq np1 vbz p-acp pn22, vvb n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg d n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2013 If there be a Letter sent from a great man, if a Prince or a King send a Letter, it uses to come fairly written, If there be a letter sent from a great man, if a Prince or a King send a letter, it uses to come fairly written, cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 vvd p-acp dt j n1, cs dt n1 cc dt n1 vvb dt n1, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi av-j vvn, (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2014 and if those that should bring it, should all besmeer it, and blot the Letter so as it could not be read, it would be taken exceeding ill. and if those that should bring it, should all besmeer it, and blot the letter so as it could not be read, it would be taken exceeding ill. cc cs d cst vmd vvi pn31, vmd d vvi pn31, cc vvi dt n1 av c-acp pn31 vmd xx vbi vvn, pn31 vmd vbi vvn vvg j-jn. (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2015 So, you that profess your selves to be Christians, you do not bring the Letter only, So, you that profess your selves to be Christians, you do not bring the letter only, np1, pn22 cst vvb po22 n2 pc-acp vbi np1, pn22 vdb xx vvi dt n1 av-j, (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2016 but you are the Letter, therfore do not blot & blur this Epistle of Christ, but you Are the letter, Therefore do not blot & blur this Epistle of christ, cc-acp pn22 vbr dt n1, av vdb xx vvi cc vvi d n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 113
2017 but keep it fair, that all with whom you converse, all in the family may every day reade somewhat of the mind of Jesus Christ in your Conversations, that so you may be the glory of Christ, but keep it fair, that all with whom you converse, all in the family may every day read somewhat of the mind of jesus christ in your Conversations, that so you may be the glory of christ, cc-acp vvb pn31 j, cst d p-acp ro-crq pn22 vvb, d p-acp dt n1 vmb d n1 vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp po22 n2, cst av pn22 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 114
2018 as in that scripture, 2 Cor. 8. 23. it is said of Titus and other fellow-helpers, That they were the Messengers of the Churches, and the glory of Christ. as in that scripture, 2 Cor. 8. 23. it is said of Titus and other Fellow-helpers, That they were the Messengers of the Churches, and the glory of christ. c-acp p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn pp-f npg1 cc j-jn n2, cst pns32 vbdr dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 114
2019 Oh! this all Professors of Religion should endeavor to be, the glory of Jesus Christ; that wheresoever they live, all might see the glory of Jesus Christ held forth there; Oh! this all Professors of Religion should endeavour to be, the glory of jesus christ; that wheresoever they live, all might see the glory of jesus christ held forth there; uh d d n2 pp-f n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi, dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; cst c-crq pns32 vvb, d vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vvd av a-acp; (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 114
2020 whithersoever you go, you may carry the glory of Jesus Christ about you. Oh Christians! whithersoever you go, you may carry the glory of jesus christ about you. O Christians! av pn22 vvb, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp pn22. uh np1! (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 114
2021 I appeal to your consciences, Do you live so, as the glory of Christ shines in you in the course of your lives? As the shine of the Candle goes through the Lanthorn, I appeal to your Consciences, Do you live so, as the glory of christ shines in you in the course of your lives? As the shine of the Candle Goes through the Lantern, pns11 vvb p-acp po22 n2, vdb pn22 vvi av, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2? p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 114
2022 so the shine and glory of Jesus Christ should go through Christians in their Conversations to dazle the eyes of the world; so the shine and glory of jesus christ should go through Christians in their Conversations to dazzle the eyes of the world; av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1 vmd vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 114
2023 Oh! do not darken the glory of Christ, but make it as bright as possibly thou canst, that so this pu•blind world may be able to see somewhat in the glory of Christ in your Conversations; Oh! do not darken the glory of christ, but make it as bright as possibly thou Canst, that so this pu•blind world may be able to see somewhat in the glory of christ in your Conversations; uh vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp vvb pn31 p-acp j c-acp av-j pns21 vm2, cst av d j n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2; (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 114
2024 this should be the great care of your lives. this should be the great care of your lives. d vmd vbi dt j n1 pp-f po22 n2. (12) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 114
2025 SERMON VII. PHIL. 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of Christ. SERMON VII. PHILIP. 1. 27. Only let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel of christ. n1 np1. np1. crd crd j vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 215 Page 114
2026 WE have preached (you know) many Sermons upon this necessary and seasonable Duty; That as Christians are to sanctifie the Name of God in Worship: so in their Conversations: WE have preached (you know) many Sermons upon this necessary and seasonable Duty; That as Christians Are to sanctify the Name of God in Worship: so in their Conversations: pns12 vhb vvn (pn22 vvb) d n2 p-acp d j cc j n1; cst p-acp np1 vbr pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1: av p-acp po32 n2: (13) sermon (DIV2) 216 Page 114
2027 their lives and Conversations must be such as becomes the Gospel of Christ, [ worthy ] of the Gospel of Christ, (for so I told you the word signified.) Now we are upon this great point. their lives and Conversations must be such as becomes the Gospel of christ, [ worthy ] of the Gospel of christ, (for so I told you the word signified.) Now we Are upon this great point. po32 n2 cc n2 vmb vbi d c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, [ j ] pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (c-acp av pns11 vvd pn22 dt n1 vvd.) av pns12 vbr p-acp d j n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 216 Page 114
2028 What Conversation is that which becomes the Gospel of Christ. I'le only add one Scriptare more to the last thing I named, and then proceed. What Conversation is that which becomes the Gospel of christ. I'll only add one Scripture more to the last thing I nam, and then proceed. q-crq n1 vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. pns11|vmb av-j vvi crd n1 av-dc p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vvd, cc av vvb. (13) sermon (DIV2) 217 Page 114
2029 That the revealing of the glory of Heaven in the Gospel should work mightily upon our hearts to labor for a Conversation sutable thereunto. That the revealing of the glory of Heaven in the Gospel should work mightily upon our hearts to labour for a Conversation suitable thereunto. cst dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi av-j p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 j av. (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2030 In Titus, 2. 11, 12, 13. For the grace of God (saith he, that's the Gospel) that bringeth salvation, hath appeared to all men: In Titus, 2. 11, 12, 13. For the grace of God (Says he, that's the Gospel) that brings salvation, hath appeared to all men: p-acp np1, crd crd, crd, crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (vvz pns31, d|vbz dt n1) d vvz n1, vhz vvn p-acp d n2: (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2031 (What doth it teach us?) That denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, (What does it teach us?) That denying ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, we should live soberly, righteously, (r-crq vdz pn31 vvi pno12?) cst vvg n1 cc j n2, pns12 vmd vvi av-j, av-j, (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2032 and godly in this present world. We have made use of this Scripture thus far already; and godly in this present world. We have made use of this Scripture thus Far already; cc j p-acp d j n1. pns12 vhb vvn n1 pp-f d n1 av av-j av; (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2033 but that which I quote it for, is the refference of this to the next words, Looking for that blessed hope, but that which I quote it for, is the refference of this to the next words, Looking for that blessed hope, cc-acp cst r-crq pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp, vbz dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt ord n2, vvg p-acp d j-vvn n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2034 and the glorious appearing of the great God, and our Savior Jesus Christ. and the glorious appearing of the great God, and our Saviour jesus christ. cc dt j vvg pp-f dt j np1, cc po12 n1 np1 np1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2035 Here's a Scripture that if ever the Lord did enlighten us in the things of the Gospel, that we have been brought to beleeve it's a Scripture that would mightily work upon our hearts to live godlily and holily: Here's a Scripture that if ever the Lord did enlighten us in the things of the Gospel, that we have been brought to believe it's a Scripture that would mightily work upon our hearts to live godlily and holily: av|vbz dt n1 cst cs av dt n1 vdd vvi pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pns12 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi pn31|vbz dt n1 cst vmd av-j vvi p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi av-j cc av-j: (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2036 The grace of God that bringeth Salvation; The grace of God that brings Salvation; dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2037 what doth it teach us? Not to be licentious, and vain, and slight, and bold in our sinful courses; what does it teach us? Not to be licentious, and vain, and slight, and bold in our sinful courses; r-crq vdz pn31 vvi pno12? xx pc-acp vbi j, cc j, cc j, cc j p-acp po12 j n2; (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2038 but teaching us that denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world. but teaching us that denying ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world. cc-acp vvg pno12 d vvg n1 cc j n2, pns12 vmd vvi av-j, av-j, cc j p-acp d j n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2039 Mark, it is not enough to live soberly, not to be a drunkard, to live righteously, that is, not to wrong any body, many think that's enough: Mark, it is not enough to live soberly, not to be a drunkard, to live righteously, that is, not to wrong any body, many think that's enough: n1, pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi av-j, xx pc-acp vbi dt n1, pc-acp vvi av-j, cst vbz, xx pc-acp vvi d n1, d vvb cst|vbz d: (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2040 But mark, indeed the light of nature (as I told you) would teach us that; But mark, indeed the Light of nature (as I told you) would teach us that; cc-acp vvb, av dt n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp pns11 vvd pn22) vmd vvi pno12 d; (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2041 but now the grace of God that bringeth Salvation teacheth us more, To deny all ungodliness and worldly lusts, but now the grace of God that brings Salvation Teaches us more, To deny all ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz n1 vvz pno12 dc, pc-acp vvi d n1 cc j n2, (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2042 and to live soberly, righteously, and godly, and that in this present world: though we live in the midst of a wicked tempting world, yet to live godly. and to live soberly, righteously, and godly, and that in this present world: though we live in the midst of a wicked tempting world, yet to live godly. cc pc-acp vvi av-j, av-j, cc j, cc cst p-acp d j n1: c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j j-vvg n1, av pc-acp vvi j. (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2043 And what's the great argument in the Gospel to cause us to live godly in this present world? Looking for the blessed hope: And what's the great argument in the Gospel to cause us to live godly in this present world? Looking for the blessed hope: cc q-crq|vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi j p-acp d j n1? vvg p-acp dt j-vvn n1: (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2044 Oh we look for a blessed hope that the Gospel reveals, Oh we did not understand this hope, this blessed hope till the Gospel was preached to us; O we look for a blessed hope that the Gospel reveals, O we did not understand this hope, this blessed hope till the Gospel was preached to us; uh pns12 vvb p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cst dt n1 vvz, uh pns12 vdd xx vvi d n1, d j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno12; (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2045 but since we apprehend a blessed hope, the holy Ghost hath raised in our hearts a blessed hope of glorious things: but since we apprehend a blessed hope, the holy Ghost hath raised in our hearts a blessed hope of glorious things: cc-acp c-acp pns12 vvb dt j-vvn n1, dt j n1 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n2 dt j-vvn n1 pp-f j n2: (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2046 What glorious things? Looking for the blessed hope, and glorious appearing of the great God, and our Savior Jesus Christ. What glorious things? Looking for the blessed hope, and glorious appearing of the great God, and our Saviour jesus christ. r-crq j n2? vvg p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc j vvg pp-f dt j np1, cc po12 n1 np1 np1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2047 We have some little glimps of the great God when we set forth to Sea, We have Some little glimpse of the great God when we Set forth to Sea, pns12 vhb d j n1 pp-f dt j np1 c-crq pns12 vvd av p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2048 and launce into the deeps, we see the glory of the great God, who rideth upon the wings of the wind, and lance into the deeps, we see the glory of the great God, who rides upon the wings of the wind, cc n1 p-acp dt n2-jn, pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2049 and whom both the Winds and the Seas obey: and whom both the Winds and the Seas obey: cc r-crq d dt n2 cc dt n2 vvb: (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 115
2050 Oh but we look for another manner of the glorious appearing of the great God than ever yet hath appeared. O but we look for Another manner of the glorious appearing of the great God than ever yet hath appeared. uh cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f dt j vvg pp-f dt j n1 cs av av vhz vvn. (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 116
2051 I beseech you consider of this text, God did never appear great and glorious in comparison of what he will appear, I beseech you Consider of this text, God did never appear great and glorious in comparison of what he will appear, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pp-f d n1, np1 vdd av-x vvi j cc j p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vmb vvi, (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 116
2052 and blessed are those whose Conversations shall be such, that can look upon the face of this great God with joy when He shall appear in glory; and blessed Are those whose Conversations shall be such, that can look upon the face of this great God with joy when He shall appear in glory; cc vvn vbr d rg-crq n2 vmb vbi d, cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 116
2053 we look for this blessed hope, and then when this great God shall appear in His glory, we look for this blessed hope, and then when this great God shall appear in His glory, pns12 vvb p-acp d j-vvn n1, cc av c-crq d j n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 116
2054 then we shall have our blessed hope, and this teaches us to deny all ungodliness, and worldly lusts, the knowledge of this; then we shall have our blessed hope, and this Teaches us to deny all ungodliness, and worldly Lustiest, the knowledge of this; cs pns12 vmb vhi po12 j-vvn n1, cc d vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi d n1, cc j n2, dt n1 pp-f d; (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 116
2055 Oh do you look to be saved? have you a blessed hope, and do you expect the appearing of the great God in glory? hath the Gospel revealed these things unto you? O let this that the Gospel reveals teach us to deny all ungodliness, O do you look to be saved? have you a blessed hope, and do you expect the appearing of the great God in glory? hath the Gospel revealed these things unto you? O let this that the Gospel reveals teach us to deny all ungodliness, uh vdb pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn? vhb pn22 dt j-vvn n1, cc vdb pn22 vvi dt vvg pp-f dt j np1 p-acp n1? vhz dt n1 vvd d n2 p-acp pn22? sy vvb d cst dt n1 vvz vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi d n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 116
2056 and all worldy lusts, and to live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world. and all worldy Lustiest, and to live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world. cc d j n2, cc pc-acp vvi av-j, av-j, cc j p-acp d j n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 219 Page 116
2057 But there are yet some other things that the Gospel holds forth that are very remarkable, But there Are yet Some other things that the Gospel holds forth that Are very remarkable, p-acp pc-acp vbr av d j-jn n2 cst dt n1 vvz av d vbr av j, (13) sermon (DIV2) 220 Page 116
2058 for the furtherance of our godly Conversation in this world, and if we would live as becomes the Gospel, we must have a right understanding of these things, for the furtherance of our godly Conversation in this world, and if we would live as becomes the Gospel, we must have a right understanding of these things, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 p-acp d n1, cc cs pns12 vmd vvi a-acp vvz dt n1, pns12 vmb vhi dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n2, (13) sermon (DIV2) 220 Page 116
2059 or else we shall never sute our selves to the Gospel, except we do therby apprehend these great points that are published to us in and by the Gospel. or Else we shall never suit our selves to the Gospel, except we do thereby apprehend these great points that Are published to us in and by the Gospel. cc av pns12 vmb av-x vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vdb av vvi d j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno12 a-acp cc p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 220 Page 116
2060 As now, this is a great point, That the Kingdom of Jesus Christ is not of this world. As now, this is a great point, That the Kingdom of jesus christ is not of this world. c-acp av, d vbz dt j n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 116
2061 The Gospel holds forth this to us, that Jesus Christ the Son of God, having taken our nature upon him, he is a great King, He hath a Kingdom, The Gospel holds forth this to us, that jesus christ the Son of God, having taken our nature upon him, he is a great King, He hath a Kingdom, dt n1 vvz av d p-acp pno12, cst np1 np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, vhg vvn po12 n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vhz dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 116
2062 but He hath a Kingdom that is not of this world, neither is Christ of this world, but He hath a Kingdom that is not of this world, neither is christ of this world, cc-acp pns31 vhz dt n1 cst vbz xx pp-f d n1, av-dx vbz np1 pp-f d n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 116
2063 nor His Kingdom of this world, nor the Saints, those that are the Subjects of His Kingdom are not of this world; nor His Kingdom of this world, nor the Saints, those that Are the Subject's of His Kingdom Are not of this world; ccx po31 n1 pp-f d n1, ccx dt n2, d cst vbr dt n2-jn pp-f po31 n1 vbr xx pp-f d n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 116
2064 the right understanding of this would much help us in our Conversations, and a Conversation beseeming this would much honor the Gospel. the right understanding of this would much help us in our Conversations, and a Conversation beseeming this would much honour the Gospel. dt j-jn n1 pp-f d vmd d vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2, cc dt n1 vvg d vmd d vvi dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 116
2065 First, We shall shew how the Gospel holds forth this, That the Kingdom of Christ is not in this world, mark those Scriptures in John, 18. 36. Jesus answered, My Kingdom is not of this world: First, We shall show how the Gospel holds forth this, That the Kingdom of christ is not in this world, mark those Scriptures in John, 18. 36. jesus answered, My Kingdom is not of this world: ord, pns12 vmb vvi c-crq dt n1 vvz av d, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx p-acp d n1, vvb d n2 p-acp np1, crd crd np1 vvd, po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1: (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 116
2066 if my Kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight that I should not be delivered to the Jews; if my Kingdom were of this world, then would my Servants fight that I should not be Delivered to the jews; cs po11 n1 vbdr pp-f d n1, av vmd po11 n2 vvi cst pns11 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt np2; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 116
2067 but now is my Kingdom not from hence. but now is my Kingdom not from hence. cc-acp av vbz po11 n1 xx p-acp av. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 116
2068 Therefore (as if he should say) you must not wonder or think much that I am thus apprehended, Therefore (as if he should say) you must not wonder or think much that I am thus apprehended, av (c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi) pn22 vmb xx vvi cc vvi d cst pns11 vbm av vvn, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 116
2069 and delivered up to men, that they do with me what they please; and Delivered up to men, that they do with me what they please; cc vvd a-acp p-acp n2, cst pns32 vdb p-acp pno11 r-crq pns32 vvb; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 116
2070 though I be the great King of my Church appointed by my Father, yet my Kingdom is not of this world, though I be the great King of my Church appointed by my Father, yet my Kingdom is not of this world, cs pns11 vbb dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1 vvn p-acp po11 n1, av po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2071 and I came not hither for pomp and glory. The glory of Christ in His Kingdom, here is Spiritual. and I Come not hither for pomp and glory. The glory of christ in His Kingdom, Here is Spiritual. cc pns11 vvd xx av p-acp n1 cc n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, av vbz j. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2072 Indeed when this world shall be at an end, then Christ will appear gloriously, though the Scripture speaks of a world hereafter wherein Christ shall appear gloriously, Indeed when this world shall be At an end, then christ will appear gloriously, though the Scripture speaks of a world hereafter wherein christ shall appear gloriously, np1 c-crq d n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, cs np1 vmb vvi av-j, cs dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 av c-crq np1 vmb vvi av-j, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2073 but whether personally or otherwise that we speak not of: But that Christ shall appear a glorious King even in the world, not this world, but whither personally or otherwise that we speak not of: But that christ shall appear a glorious King even in the world, not this world, cc-acp cs av-j cc av cst pns12 vvb xx pp-f: cc-acp cst np1 vmb vvi dt j n1 av p-acp dt n1, xx d n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2074 but upon the earth, and yet the Scripture speaks of that as another world, a new Heaven, but upon the earth, and yet the Scripture speaks of that as Another world, a new Heaven, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cc av dt n1 vvz pp-f d c-acp j-jn n1, dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2075 and a new Earth, but for the present; and a new Earth, but for the present; cc dt j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2076 for that that the Scripture cals this world, we must not expect a pompous and glorious Kingdom till ther ebe a new world, till there be new heavens, for that that the Scripture calls this world, we must not expect a pompous and glorious Kingdom till their ebe a new world, till there be new heavens, c-acp cst d dt n1 vvz d n1, pns12 vmb xx vvi dt j cc j n1 p-acp po32 n1 dt j n1, c-acp pc-acp vbi j n2, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2077 and a new earth, this the Gospel holds forth. and a new earth, this the Gospel holds forth. cc dt j n1, d dt n1 vvz av. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2078 Whereas the people of the Jews they thought as soon as the Messias came, He presently should be an outward Monarch, in outward pomp and glory; Whereas the people of the jews they Thought as soon as the Messias Come, He presently should be an outward Monarch, in outward pomp and glory; cs dt n1 pp-f dt np2 pns32 vvd c-acp av c-acp dt np1 vvd, pns31 av-j vmd vbi dt j n1, p-acp j n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2079 no saith Christ, this world must pass away first, I must come first and reign spiritually in another way, not Says christ, this world must pass away First, I must come First and Reign spiritually in Another Way, xx vvz np1, d n1 vmb vvi av ord, pns11 vmb vvi ord cc vvi av-j p-acp j-jn n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2080 and for my Kingdom there is a time for the glory of it to appear when another world shall come, and for my Kingdom there is a time for the glory of it to appear when Another world shall come, cc p-acp po11 n1 a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vvi c-crq j-jn n1 vmb vvi, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2081 but while this world lasts, never expect any such outward pomp and glory in the way of my Kingdom, I have a Kingdom indeed here in this world, but while this world lasts, never expect any such outward pomp and glory in the Way of my Kingdom, I have a Kingdom indeed Here in this world, cc-acp cs d n1 vvz, av-x vvb d d j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, pns11 vhb dt n1 av av p-acp d n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2082 but it is not of this world, I have a Kingdom wherein I reign spiritually in the hearts of my people, there I have set up my Throne, but it is not of this world, I have a Kingdom wherein I Reign spiritually in the hearts of my people, there I have Set up my Throne, cc-acp pn31 vbz xx pp-f d n1, pns11 vhb dt n1 c-crq pns11 vvb av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, a-acp pns11 vhb vvn a-acp po11 n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2083 and therein I have writ my Laws by which I guide and order all things for their eternal salvation, and therein I have writ my Laws by which I guide and order all things for their Eternal salvation, cc av pns11 vhb vvn po11 n2 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb cc vvi d n2 p-acp po32 j n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2084 but my Kingdom is not of this world: but my Kingdom is not of this world: cc-acp po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1: (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2085 yea and he saith likewise in John, 8. 23. I am not of this world neither. yea and he Says likewise in John, 8. 23. I am not of this world neither. uh cc pns31 vvz av p-acp np1, crd crd pns11 vbm xx pp-f d n1 av-dx. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2086 And John, 15. 19. (for John that beloved Disciple who lay in the bosom of Christ he knew much of the mind and heart of Christ, And John, 15. 19. (for John that Beloved Disciple who lay in the bosom of christ he knew much of the mind and heart of christ, cc np1, crd crd (c-acp np1 cst j-vvn n1 r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns31 vvd d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2087 and was much instructed in this mystery, and indeed none of those that did converse with Christ knew more of the bosom of Christ than John did) If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: and was much instructed in this mystery, and indeed none of those that did converse with christ knew more of the bosom of christ than John did) If you were of the world, the world would love his own: cc vbds av-d vvn p-acp d n1, cc av pix pp-f d cst vdd vvi p-acp np1 vvd dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cs np1 vdd) cs pn22 vbdr pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vmd vvi po31 d: (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2088 but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. but Because you Are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. cc-acp c-acp pn22 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2089 So that as Christ is not of the world so the Saints are not of the world: So that as christ is not of the world so the Saints Are not of the world: av cst p-acp np1 vbz xx pp-f dt n1 av dt n2 vbr xx pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2090 in the 17. of John, 14. I have given them thy Word, and the world hath hated them, in the 17. of John, 14. I have given them thy Word, and the world hath hated them, p-acp dt crd pp-f np1, crd pns11 vhb vvn pno32 av n1, cc dt n1 vhz vvn pno32, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2091 because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world ▪ Mark, Because they Are not of the world, even as I am not of the world ▪ Mark, c-acp pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, av c-acp pns11 vbm xx pp-f dt n1 ▪ vvi, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2092 as I am not of the world, so they are not of the world: thus Scripture is cleer, that neither Christ nor his Kingdom is of this world; as I am not of the world, so they Are not of the world: thus Scripture is clear, that neither christ nor his Kingdom is of this world; c-acp pns11 vbm xx pp-f dt n1, av pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1: av n1 vbz j, cst dx np1 ccx po31 n1 vbz pp-f d n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 117
2093 and therefore beleevers are not of this world. and Therefore believers Are not of this world. cc av n2 vbr xx pp-f d n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2094 And hence then, what Conversation becomes this Gospel of Christ? even a Conversation sequestred from the things of this world, a Conversation that shall manifest the hearts being taken off and disingaged from sublunary comforts and accommodations, a Conversation which proves that the soul seeks not great things for its-self here below, And hence then, what Conversation becomes this Gospel of christ? even a Conversation sequestered from the things of this world, a Conversation that shall manifest the hearts being taken off and disengaged from sublunary comforts and accommodations, a Conversation which Proves that the soul seeks not great things for itself Here below, cc av av, q-crq n1 vvz d n1 pp-f np1? av dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, dt n1 cst vmb vvi dt n2 vbg vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2, dt n1 r-crq vvz d dt n1 vvz xx j n2 p-acp n1 av a-acp, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2095 but is fully content with a morsel of bread and a cup of cold water, though others fare deliciously every day; but is Fully content with a morsel of bred and a cup of cold water, though Others fare deliciously every day; cc-acp vbz av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cs n2-jn vvb av-j d n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2096 so beleevers should manifest in their Conversations that they do not much pass or care how things go in this world, so believers should manifest in their Conversations that they do not much pass or care how things go in this world, av n2 vmd vvi p-acp po32 n2 cst pns32 vdb xx d vvi cc vvb c-crq n2 vvb p-acp d n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2097 because Christ is not of this world, and the Kingdom of Christ in which they make account their happiness to be involved, that is not of the world, Because christ is not of this world, and the Kingdom of christ in which they make account their happiness to be involved, that is not of the world, c-acp np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb vvi po32 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vbz xx pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2098 yea they are men redeemed from this present world; yea they Are men redeemed from this present world; uh pns32 vbr n2 vvn p-acp d j n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2099 Gal. 1. 4. it is said, That by Christ we came to be redeemed from this present evil world; Gal. 1. 4. it is said, That by christ we Come to be redeemed from this present evil world; np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn, cst p-acp np1 pns12 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j j-jn n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2100 (it's a very remarkable Scripture) who gave himself for our sins; (it's a very remarkable Scripture) who gave himself for our Sins; (pn31|vbz dt j j n1) r-crq vvd px31 p-acp po12 n2; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2101 (to what end?) That he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God, and our Father. (to what end?) That he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God, and our Father. (p-acp r-crq n1?) cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp d j j-jn n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po12 n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2102 I beseech you observe this text, Christ gave Himself to deliver us from our sins, that we might not perish eternally: I beseech you observe this text, christ gave Himself to deliver us from our Sins, that we might not perish eternally: pns11 vvb pn22 vvb d n1, np1 vvd px31 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vmd xx vvi av-j: (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2103 And was that all? No, That He might deliver us from this present evil world; And was that all? No, That He might deliver us from this present evil world; cc vbds d d? uh-dx, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp d j j-jn n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2104 I do not know a more forcible text in all the Book of God to take off the hearts of those that profess the Gospel from the world, I do not know a more forcible text in all the Book of God to take off the hearts of those that profess the Gospel from the world, pns11 vdb xx vvi dt av-dc j n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2105 so as they should not whine and murmur at the loss of every little thing in the world, so as they should not whine and murmur At the loss of every little thing in the world, av c-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2106 nor be solicitously careful for the things of this life, nor be offended though the men of the world prevail in the world, nor be solicitously careful for the things of this life, nor be offended though the men of the world prevail in the world, ccx vbi av-j j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, ccx vbi vvn cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvi p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2107 and have the upper hand, and carry things in a worldly way, let them go on in all their pagentry and greatness: and have the upper hand, and carry things in a worldly Way, let them go on in all their pageantry and greatness: cc vhb dt jc n1, cc vvi n2 p-acp dt j n1, vvb pno32 vvi a-acp p-acp d po32 n1 cc n1: (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2108 but if thou beest one that belongst to Christ, know that Christ hath laid down his life to purchase this for thee, to deliver thee from this world; but if thou Best one that belongst to christ, know that christ hath laid down his life to purchase this for thee, to deliver thee from this world; cc-acp cs pns21 vb2s crd cst av p-acp np1, vvb cst np1 vhz vvn a-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp d n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2109 Now, is Christ blood laid down to purchase this? and yet wilt thou have thy heart glewed to the ground, Now, is christ blood laid down to purchase this? and yet wilt thou have thy heart glued to the ground, av, vbz np1 n1 vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi d? cc av vm2 pns21 vhi po21 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2110 and wholly place thy contentment in the earth, and seek for thy happiness here in the dust? Oh get up thy heart then from all these things, and wholly place thy contentment in the earth, and seek for thy happiness Here in the dust? O get up thy heart then from all these things, cc av-jn vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp po21 n1 av p-acp dt n1? uh vvb a-acp po21 n1 av p-acp d d n2, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2111 and make it appear by thy Conversation that thou art one that by the vertue of the death of Jesus Christ art delivered from this world, and make it appear by thy Conversation that thou art one that by the virtue of the death of jesus christ art Delivered from this world, cc vvi pn31 vvi p-acp po21 n1 cst pns21 vb2r crd d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 n1 vvn p-acp d n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 118
2112 and therefore though thou hast not such a portion in worldly goods as other men have, never envy them, and Therefore though thou hast not such a portion in worldly goods as other men have, never envy them, cc av cs pns21 vh2 xx d dt n1 p-acp j n2-j p-acp j-jn n2 vhb, av vvb pno32, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2113 for Christ hath ransomed you from the world, there's another kingdom that thou hast thy portion and interest in, Christ hath made us Kings and Priests to his Father, for christ hath ransomed you from the world, there's Another Kingdom that thou hast thy portion and Interest in, christ hath made us Kings and Priests to his Father, c-acp np1 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp|vbz j-jn n1 cst pns21 vh2 po21 n1 cc n1 p-acp, np1 vhz vvn pno12 n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2114 and hath made us heirs and co-heirs of that Kingdom that His Father hath given Him, and hath made us Heirs and coheirs of that Kingdom that His Father hath given Him, cc vhz vvn pno12 n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1 cst po31 n1 vhz vvn pno31, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2115 yea, and that He Himself hath purchased; yea, and that He Himself hath purchased; uh, cc cst pns31 px31 vhz vvn; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2116 and so you must in your Conversations make it appear, that you do see another kingdom beyond this kingdom of the world that you are made partakers of, wherein you shall reign with Christ for ever: and so you must in your Conversations make it appear, that you do see Another Kingdom beyond this Kingdom of the world that you Are made partakers of, wherein you shall Reign with christ for ever: cc av pn22 vmb p-acp po22 n2 vvb pn31 vvi, cst pn22 vdb vvi j-jn n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 cst pn22 vbr vvn n2 pp-f, c-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 c-acp av: (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2117 now this Conversation doth beseem the Gospel. And therefore you shal find it in the 10th of Matth. about the 37. vers. now this Conversation does beseem the Gospel. And Therefore you shall find it in the 10th of Matthew about the 37. vers. av d n1 vdz vvi dt n1. cc av pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt ord pp-f np1 p-acp dt crd fw-la. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2118 Christ shews what kind of Conversation He would have in those that once come to beleeve in Him, (saith He) He that loveth father or mother more than me, is not worthy of me: christ shows what kind of Conversation He would have in those that once come to believe in Him, (Says He) He that loves father or mother more than me, is not worthy of me: np1 vvz r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vmd vhi p-acp d cst c-acp vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (vvz pns31) pns31 cst vvz n1 cc n1 av-dc cs pno11, vbz xx j pp-f pno11: (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2119 and he that loveth son or daughter more than me, is not worthy of me: and he that loves son or daughter more than me, is not worthy of me: cc pns31 cst vvz n1 cc n1 av-dc cs pno11, vbz xx j pp-f pno11: (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2120 And he that taketh not up his cross and followeth after me, is not worthy of me. And he that Takes not up his cross and follows After me, is not worthy of me. cc pns31 cst vvz xx a-acp po31 n1 cc vvz p-acp pno11, vbz xx j pp-f pno11. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2121 He that findeth his life shall lose it; and he that loseth his life for my sake, shall find it. He that finds his life shall loose it; and he that loses his life for my sake, shall find it. pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 vmb vvi pn31; cc pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, vmb vvi pn31. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2122 Here he shews what it is that would make the soul worthy of Christ in a Gospel sense. Here he shows what it is that would make the soul worthy of christ in a Gospel sense. av pns31 vvz r-crq pn31 vbz d vmd vvi dt n1 j pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2123 If our hearts be taken off from father and mother, and those comforts & relations that are the dearest in the world, brother, If our hearts be taken off from father and mother, and those comforts & relations that Are the dearest in the world, brother, cs po12 n2 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, cc d n2 cc n2 cst vbr dt js-jn p-acp dt n1, n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2124 or sister, or son, or daughter; or sister, or son, or daughter; cc n1, cc n1, cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2125 not to take off our natural affection, but to take off our hearts so, as they should not be hinderances of us in spiritual things, that our main affections should flow forth after spiritual things; not to take off our natural affection, but to take off our hearts so, as they should not be hindrances of us in spiritual things, that our main affections should flow forth After spiritual things; xx pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 j n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 av, c-acp pns32 vmd xx vbi n2 pp-f pno12 p-acp j n2, cst po12 j n2 vmd vvi av p-acp j n2; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2126 then we come to be worthy of Christ: then the other conversation is unworthy of Christ. then we come to be worthy of christ: then the other Conversation is unworthy of christ. av pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi j pp-f np1: av dt j-jn n1 vbz j pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2127 Didst thou ever know the Lord Jesus Christ and the way of His Kingdom? Then why is thy heart set upon the world as the hearts of other men that are strangers to Jesus Christ? In Eph. 5. 3. (when the Apostle speaks of those things that most men in the world are greedy after) But fornication, and all uncleaness, Didst thou ever know the Lord jesus christ and the Way of His Kingdom? Then why is thy heart Set upon the world as the hearts of other men that Are Strangers to jesus christ? In Ephesians 5. 3. (when the Apostle speaks of those things that most men in the world Are greedy After) But fornication, and all uncleanness, vdd2 pns21 av vvi dt n1 np1 np1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? av q-crq vbz po21 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2 cst vbr n2 p-acp np1 np1? p-acp np1 crd crd (c-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f d n2 cst ds n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr j p-acp) p-acp n1, cc d n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2128 or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh Saints. or covetousness, let it not be once nam among you, as Becometh Saints. cc n1, vvb pn31 xx vbi a-acp vvn p-acp pn22, c-acp vvz n2. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2129 As if he should say, Saints, those that know Jesus Christ, and the way of His Kingdom, As if he should say, Saints, those that know jesus christ, and the Way of His Kingdom, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, n2, d cst vvb np1 np1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2130 for them to have their hearts either set upon bodily lusts, or covetousness, the things of this world, it doth not becom them, it is not a Gospel Conversation becoming Saints; for them to have their hearts either Set upon bodily Lustiest, or covetousness, the things of this world, it does not become them, it is not a Gospel Conversation becoming Saints; p-acp pno32 pc-acp vhi po32 n2 av-d vvn p-acp j n2, cc n1, dt n2 pp-f d n1, pn31 vdz xx vvi pno32, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 n1 vvg n2; (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2131 a heart greedy of the things of this world, and wallowing in the lusts of this world, Oh 'tis unbeseeming Saints! a heart greedy of the things of this world, and wallowing in the Lustiest of this world, O it's unbeseeming Saints! dt n1 j pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, uh pn31|vbz j n2! (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 119
2132 those that do profess the Gospel of Christ that shews unto us that the Kingdom of Christ is not of this world. those that do profess the Gospel of christ that shows unto us that the Kingdom of christ is not of this world. d cst vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz p-acp pno12 d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 221 Page 120
2133 Again, Another great point that the Gospel holds forth to us, is this, The great difference or the change that it makes in the estate of a man or woman when once it prevails with him: Again, another great point that the Gospel holds forth to us, is this, The great difference or the change that it makes in the estate of a man or woman when once it prevails with him: av, j-jn j n1 cst dt n1 vvz av p-acp pno12, vbz d, dt j n1 cc dt n1 cst pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 c-crq a-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno31: (13) sermon (DIV2) 222 Page 120
2134 then the great difference is made in him, from what he was before, and from other men; then the great difference is made in him, from what he was before, and from other men; av dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds a-acp, cc p-acp j-jn n2; (13) sermon (DIV2) 222 Page 120
2135 this is held forth in the Gospel and no where else: this is held forth in the Gospel and no where Else: d vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 cc dx c-crq av: (13) sermon (DIV2) 222 Page 120
2136 I say the wonderful change that the Gospel makes in men when once it comes to work upon their hearts in the evidence and demonstration of the Spirit, I say the wondered change that the Gospel makes in men when once it comes to work upon their hearts in the evidence and demonstration of the Spirit, pns11 vvb dt j n1 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp n2 c-crq a-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 222 Page 120
2137 and the great difference between their estates before and what now is, and between them and other men; I put these two together, and the great difference between their estates before and what now is, and between them and other men; I put these two together, cc dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2 a-acp cc r-crq av vbz, cc p-acp pno32 cc n-jn n2; pns11 vvd d crd av, (13) sermon (DIV2) 222 Page 120
2138 First, The great change that the Gospel makes in the hearts of men from what there was before the Gospel came. First, The great change that the Gospel makes in the hearts of men from what there was before the Gospel Come. ord, dt j n1 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp r-crq a-acp vbds p-acp dt n1 vvd. (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 120
2139 You know the Scripture in prophesying of the times of the Gospel saith, That the Wolf shall eat with the Lamb, You know the Scripture in prophesying of the times of the Gospel Says, That the Wolf shall eat with the Lamb, pn22 vvb dt n1 p-acp vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvz, cst dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 120
2140 and the Lyon with the Kid, and the child shall play upon the very hole of the Asp: and the lion with the Kid, and the child shall play upon the very hold of the Asp: cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 120
2141 the meaning is generally carried thus, that when the Gospel comes it shall change the hearts of men so mightily, that though they were wolvish before, and cruel; the meaning is generally carried thus, that when the Gospel comes it shall change the hearts of men so mightily, that though they were wolvish before, and cruel; dt n1 vbz av-j vvn av, cst c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 av av-j, cst cs pns32 vbdr j a-acp, cc j; (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 120
2142 as if you should see a Wolf changed into a Lamb, or as if you should see a Lyon changed into a Kid, you would say, this were a mighty change; as if you should see a Wolf changed into a Lamb, or as if you should see a lion changed into a Kid, you would say, this were a mighty change; c-acp cs pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc c-acp cs pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmd vvi, d vbdr dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 120
2143 the Gospel makes such a change as this is, they that are in Christ are new creatures, it's a new Creation; the Gospel makes such a change as this is, they that Are in christ Are new creatures, it's a new Creation; dt n1 vvz d dt n1 c-acp d vbz, pns32 cst vbr p-acp np1 vbr j n2, pn31|vbz dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 120
2144 suppose God should make a new world, what a mighty thing were this! suppose God should make a new world, what a mighty thing were this! vvb np1 vmd vvi dt j n1, r-crq dt j n1 vbdr d! (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 120
2145 or a new Sun should be created in the Firmament that never was before, how would we stand and wonder! or a new Sun should be created in the Firmament that never was before, how would we stand and wonder! cc dt j n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cst av-x vbds a-acp, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi cc n1! (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 120
2146 Those that are in Christ are new creatures, God puts forth a creating power upon them, 2 Cor. 5. Old things are pass'd away, all things are become new (you know the Apostle saith:) and the change that is made, it is called a new birth, Except you be born again, you cannot enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, John, 3. If there were a new soul put into one, Those that Are in christ Are new creatures, God puts forth a creating power upon them, 2 Cor. 5. Old things Are passed away, all things Are become new (you know the Apostle Says:) and the change that is made, it is called a new birth, Except you be born again, you cannot enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, John, 3. If there were a new soul put into one, d cst vbr p-acp np1 vbr j n2, np1 vvz av dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd j n2 vbr vvn av, d n2 vbr vvn j (pn22 vvb dt n1 vvz:) cc dt n1 cst vbz vvn, pn31 vbz vvn dt j n1, c-acp pn22 vbb vvn av, pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1, crd cs pc-acp vbdr dt j n1 vvn p-acp crd, (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 120
2147 or if God should infuse a rational soul into a beast, here would be a mighty change; or if God should infuse a rational soul into a beast, Here would be a mighty change; cc cs np1 vmd vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, av vmd vbi dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 120
2148 thou wert a beast before, but here is the soul of grace, there's a new birth when the Gospel comes to prevail, thou Wertenberg a beast before, but Here is the soul of grace, there's a new birth when the Gospel comes to prevail, pns21 vbd2r dt n1 a-acp, cc-acp av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp|vbz dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 120
2149 and to enter in upon an heart, and it's call'd a new resurrection; and to enter in upon an heart, and it's called a new resurrection; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1, cc pn31|vbz vvn dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 120
2150 if there should be a voice come from Heaven that should open all the graves that you have here in the yard, if there should be a voice come from Heaven that should open all the graves that you have Here in the yard, cs pc-acp vmd vbi dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 cst vmd vvi d dt n2 cst pn22 vhb av p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 120
2151 and all the dead bodies should stand up and live, what a mighty change would there be? Such a change doth the Gospel make when it conquers a people; and all the dead bodies should stand up and live, what a mighty change would there be? Such a change does the Gospel make when it conquers a people; cc d dt j n2 vmd vvi a-acp cc vvi, r-crq dt j n1 vmd pc-acp vbi? d dt n1 vdz dt n1 vvb c-crq pn31 vvz dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 121
2152 indeed the Gospel may be preached and little change may be wrought, because the power of the Gospel prevails not with their hearts; indeed the Gospel may be preached and little change may be wrought, Because the power of the Gospel prevails not with their hearts; av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn cc j n1 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz xx p-acp po32 n2; (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 121
2153 but when it doth prevail in their hearts there is such a strange change. but when it does prevail in their hearts there is such a strange change. cc-acp c-crq pn31 vdz vvi p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vbz d dt j n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 223 Page 121
2154 Oh then, What Conversation become this? it must be a Conversation that doth hold forth to the world that there is such a mighty change wrought in you: O then, What Conversation become this? it must be a Conversation that does hold forth to the world that there is such a mighty change wrought in you: uh av, q-crq n1 vvb d? pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 cst vdz vvi av p-acp dt n1 cst pc-acp vbz d dt j n1 vvn p-acp pn22: (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 121
2155 Now I appeal to you, you that make profession of the Gospel, you know what you have been heretofore, worldly, Now I appeal to you, you that make profession of the Gospel, you know what you have been heretofore, worldly, av pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pn22 cst vvb n1 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vvb r-crq pn22 vhb vbn av, j, (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 121
2156 and base, and carnal, and sensual, and froward, and peevish, and prophane men, altogether unsavory before the Gospel came to you; and base, and carnal, and sensual, and froward, and peevish, and profane men, altogether unsavoury before the Gospel Come to you; cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j n2, av j p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp pn22; (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 121
2157 now you profess that God hath begun to work upon you by the Gospel, What change hath it wrought in you? Can those that live with you see your Conversations so changed as to make them stand and admire at the work of the Gospel upon your hearts? the husband to stand and admire at the work of God upon the heart of the wife as if she were another woman, now you profess that God hath begun to work upon you by the Gospel, What change hath it wrought in you? Can those that live with you see your Conversations so changed as to make them stand and admire At the work of the Gospel upon your hearts? the husband to stand and admire At the work of God upon the heart of the wife as if she were Another woman, av pn22 vvb cst np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, q-crq n1 vhz pn31 vvn p-acp pn22? vmb d cst vvb p-acp pn22 vvb po22 n2 av vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po22 n2? dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp cs pns31 vbdr j-jn n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 121
2158 and so the wife to admire at the grace of God upon the heart of the husband, and so the wife to admire At the grace of God upon the heart of the husband, cc av dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 121
2159 as if he were another man; as if he were Another man; c-acp cs pns31 vbdr j-jn n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 121
2160 and so your children and servants not the same that heretofore they were? Oh what honour would this be to the Gospel, that in places where it comes to be preached in power there might appear a change, that becomes the Gospel of Christ? Certainly if your Conversations be not such as holds forth a mighty change that God hath wrought in you, and so your children and Servants not the same that heretofore they were? O what honour would this be to the Gospel, that in places where it comes to be preached in power there might appear a change, that becomes the Gospel of christ? Certainly if your Conversations be not such as holds forth a mighty change that God hath wrought in you, cc av po22 n2 cc n2 xx dt d cst av pns32 vbdr? uh q-crq n1 vmd d vbi p-acp dt n1, cst p-acp n2 c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 a-acp vmd vvi dt n1, cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1? av-j cs po22 n2 vbb xx d c-acp vvz av dt j n1 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp pn22, (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 121
2161 then it is not such as becomes the Gospel of Christ: then it is not such as becomes the Gospel of christ: cs pn31 vbz xx d c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1: (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 121
2162 It may be you are somewhat better than heretofore you have been, as not to be a common drunkard, you see that's despised by men; It may be you Are somewhat better than heretofore you have been, as not to be a Common drunkard, you see that's despised by men; pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vbr av av-jc cs av pn22 vhb vbn, c-acp xx pc-acp vbi dt j n1, pn22 vvb cst|vbz vvn p-acp n2; (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 121
2163 Who regards drunken fools, mad-men, very beasts? Therfore you come to be of more understanding, that you will not be so prophane and lascivious as you were wont to be, but live somewhat better. Who regards drunken Fools, madmen, very beasts? Therefore you come to be of more understanding, that you will not be so profane and lascivious as you were wont to be, but live somewhat better. r-crq vvz j n2, n2, j n2? av pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi pp-f dc n1, cst pn22 vmb xx vbi av j cc j c-acp pn22 vbdr j pc-acp vbi, cc-acp vvb av av-jc. (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 121
2164 Oh but this change is not that change which holds forth the work of the Gospel, for when the Gospel prevails it makes the gre•test change that ever was made in the world, we may boldly ascert this, that since the Creation of God in the first six daies, there was never such a change made in the world as the Gospel makes; O but this change is not that change which holds forth the work of the Gospel, for when the Gospel prevails it makes the gre•test change that ever was made in the world, we may boldly ascert this, that since the Creation of God in the First six days, there was never such a change made in the world as the Gospel makes; uh p-acp d n1 vbz xx d n1 r-crq vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 vvz dt js n1 cst av vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb av-j vvi d, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ord crd n2, pc-acp vbds av-x d dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz; (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 121
2165 and therefore a Conversation becoming the Gospel, must be a Conversation that must be a changed Conversation, must be mightily different from what they were before: and Therefore a Conversation becoming the Gospel, must be a Conversation that must be a changed Conversation, must be mightily different from what they were before: cc av dt n1 vvg dt n1, vmb vbi dt n1 cst vmb vbi dt j-vvn n1, vmb vbi av-j j p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr a-acp: (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 122
2166 sometimes we see it so through the mercy of God, that when men and women come to hear the Word in the cleerness and power of it to be revealed, they have such changes, that al their friends stand wondring at them, What shall we have of you now! sometime we see it so through the mercy of God, that when men and women come to hear the Word in the cleverness and power of it to be revealed, they have such changes, that all their Friends stand wondering At them, What shall we have of you now! av pns12 vvb pn31 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst c-crq n2 cc n2 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vhb d n2, cst d po32 n2 vvb vvg p-acp pno32, q-crq vmb pns12 vhi pp-f pn22 av! (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 122
2167 Oh such have cause to answer and say, Blessed be God it is so, it is the Gospel that hath made such a change in me. O such have cause to answer and say, Blessed be God it is so, it is the Gospel that hath made such a change in me. uh d vhi n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, j-vvn vbb n1 pn31 vbz av, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vhz vvn d dt n1 p-acp pno11. (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 122
2168 I, this becomes the Gospel, when it shall appear that your Conversation is so changed, so holy, and godly, and gracious now over it was before. I, this becomes the Gospel, when it shall appear that your Conversation is so changed, so holy, and godly, and gracious now over it was before. pns11, d vvz dt n1, c-crq pn31 vmb vvi cst po22 n1 vbz av vvn, av j, cc j, cc j av p-acp pn31 vbds a-acp. (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 122
2169 But you whose lives are not better than they were before; before you made some profession, only your profession now is greater than it was before, But you whose lives Are not better than they were before; before you made Some profession, only your profession now is greater than it was before, p-acp pn22 rg-crq n2 vbr xx jc cs pns32 vbdr a-acp; c-acp pn22 vvd d n1, av-j po22 n1 av vbz jc cs pn31 vbds a-acp, (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 122
2170 but your lives no better, know, this is a Conversation that doth no way become the Gospel of Christ, the Gospel of Christ hath no honor by this Conversation of yours. but your lives no better, know, this is a Conversation that does not Way become the Gospel of christ, the Gospel of christ hath no honour by this Conversation of yours. cc-acp po22 n2 dx jc, vvb, d vbz dt n1 cst vdz xx n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz dx n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png22. (13) sermon (DIV2) 224 Page 122
2171 And then, The great difference that the Gospel makes between one man and another. And then, The great difference that the Gospel makes between one man and Another. cc av, dt j n1 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn. (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 122
2172 As now, those that the Gospel doth not prevail upon, the Scripture tels us, they are the children of wrath, they are dead in trespasses and sins, they are under the curse of the Law, they are even enemies to God; As now, those that the Gospel does not prevail upon, the Scripture tells us, they Are the children of wrath, they Are dead in Trespasses and Sins, they Are under the curse of the Law, they Are even enemies to God; c-acp av, d cst dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp, dt n1 vvz pno12, pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr j p-acp n2 cc n2, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr j n2 p-acp np1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 122
2173 this is the condition of al men before this Scepter of Christ conquers their hearts, children of wrath, enemies to God, dead in sins, under the curse. this is the condition of all men before this Sceptre of christ conquers their hearts, children of wrath, enemies to God, dead in Sins, under the curse. d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 vvz po32 n2, n2 pp-f n1, n2 p-acp np1, j p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 122
2174 But now, when the Gospel comes to prevail over mens hearts, then they come to be the Children of the living God, Heirs of Christ, Co-heirs with Him, they come to be partakers of the life of God, they encrease with the encrease of God, But now, when the Gospel comes to prevail over men's hearts, then they come to be the Children of the living God, Heirs of christ, Coheirs with Him, they come to be partakers of the life of God, they increase with the increase of God, p-acp av, c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp ng2 n2, cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg np1, n2 pp-f np1, n2 p-acp pno31, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 122
2175 and their lives are hid with Christ in God, and they come to be reconciled to God, to be friends with God, to be at peace with God, and to inherit blessings: and their lives Are hid with christ in God, and they come to be reconciled to God, to be Friends with God, to be At peace with God, and to inherit blessings: cc po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, cc pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi n2: (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 122
2176 Oh the change that the Lord puts upon the heart and state of the Saints when the Gospel prevails! O the change that the Lord puts upon the heart and state of the Saints when the Gospel prevails! uh dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 c-crq dt n1 vvz! (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 122
2177 How high are they raised above other men? Therefore you must not make other men to be your example in your way, you must not think to live as the world lives, How high Are they raised above other men? Therefore you must not make other men to be your Exampl in your Way, you must not think to live as the world lives, q-crq j vbr pns32 vvn p-acp j-jn n2? av pn22 vmb xx vvi j-jn n2 pc-acp vbi po22 n1 p-acp po22 n1, pn22 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 vvz, (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 122
2178 and to say, I do as other men do; the Gospel makes a mighty difference between your estate and the state of other men, and to say, I do as other men do; the Gospel makes a mighty difference between your estate and the state of other men, cc pc-acp vvi, pns11 vdb c-acp j-jn n2 vdb; dt n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp po22 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 122
2179 therefore never look to what other men do, but consider as God hath made a vast difference between you and other men, Therefore never look to what other men do, but Consider as God hath made a vast difference between you and other men, av av-x vvb p-acp r-crq j-jn n2 vdb, cc-acp vvb p-acp np1 vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp pn22 cc j-jn n2, (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 122
2180 so let there be a great difference between your Conversation and the Conversation of other men. so let there be a great difference between your Conversation and the Conversation of other men. av vvb pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp po22 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2. (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 123
2181 Now this meditation should have a mighty deal of power to prevail upon the heart; Now this meditation should have a mighty deal of power to prevail upon the heart; av d n1 vmd vhi dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 123
2182 I beleeve that I have such and such priviledges beyond other men, and I look for such and such mercies above others; I believe that I have such and such privileges beyond other men, and I look for such and such Mercies above Others; pns11 vvb cst pns11 vhb d cc d n2 p-acp j-jn n2, cc pns11 vvb p-acp d cc d n2 p-acp n2-jn; (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 123
2183 now what things I look for beyond others, I must labor to be as much beyond them in holiness of Conversation, now what things I look for beyond Others, I must labour to be as much beyond them in holiness of Conversation, av q-crq n2 pns11 vvb p-acp p-acp n2-jn, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi c-acp av-d p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 123
2184 as God hath made me beyond them in spiritual priviledges, and spiritual mercies; as God hath made me beyond them in spiritual privileges, and spiritual Mercies; c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp pno32 p-acp j n2, cc j n2; (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 123
2185 I think sometimes I would not be in the condition of such men as are in their natural estate for a world, I think sometime I would not be in the condition of such men as Are in their natural estate for a world, pns11 vvb av pns11 vmd xx vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp vbr p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 123
2186 nay I would not be one our in their estates if I might have ten thousand worlds, nay I would not be one our in their estates if I might have ten thousand world's, uh-x pns11 vmd xx vbi crd po12 n1 po32 n2 cs pns11 vmd vhi crd crd n2, (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 123
2187 for fear I should die that hour, and then I should be lost for ever; for Fear I should die that hour, and then I should be lost for ever; p-acp n1 pns11 vmd vvi d n1, cc av pns11 vmd vbi vvn p-acp av; (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 123
2188 Well, hath God made such a difference? then let not my life be like theirs for one hour, nay for one moment. Well, hath God made such a difference? then let not my life be like theirs for one hour, nay for one moment. av, vhz np1 vvn d dt n1? av vvb xx po11 n1 vbi av-j png32 c-acp crd n1, uh-x p-acp crd n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 123
2189 Oh this meditation (through Gods blessing) would mightily help us in our Conversation. Our Conversation should be such as becomes the Ordinances of the Gospel: O this meditation (through God's blessing) would mightily help us in our Conversation. Our Conversation should be such as becomes the Ordinances of the Gospel: uh d n1 (p-acp npg1 n1) vmd av-j vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1. po12 n1 vmd vbi d c-acp vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV2) 225 Page 123
2190 The Word, and Sacraments, they have a great deal more in them than the Ordinances of the Law; The Word, and Sacraments, they have a great deal more in them than the Ordinances of the Law; dt n1, cc n2, pns32 vhb dt j n1 av-dc p-acp pno32 cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 226 Page 123
2191 but because I spake of the Gospels being higher than the Law heretofore, and these things may fall something neer, but Because I spoke of the Gospels being higher than the Law heretofore, and these things may fallen something near, cc-acp c-acp pns11 vvd pp-f dt ng1 n1 av-jc cs dt n1 av, cc d n2 vmb vvi pi av-j, (13) sermon (DIV2) 226 Page 123
2192 yet had I time I would speak a little concerning these, and shew how we are to hold forth a Conversation sutable to them. yet had I time I would speak a little Concerning these, and show how we Are to hold forth a Conversation suitable to them. av vhd pns11 n1 pns11 vmd vvi dt j vvg d, cc vvb c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av dt n1 j p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV2) 226 Page 123
2193 Our Conversations should be sutable to the power of the Gospel: there is a great deal of power in the Gospel; Our Conversations should be suitable to the power of the Gospel: there is a great deal of power in the Gospel; po12 n2 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 123
2194 it's call'd the power of God unto salvation, in the 1. of the Rom. 16. The very light of the Gospel it is a transforming light, it hath a mighty power in it, the Gospel it's called, the Wisdom of God, and the Power of God, 1 Cor. 1. 24. it brings a great deal of power with it to help men against strong corruptions, to overcome violent temptations, to carry them through in any difficulties: it's called the power of God unto salvation, in the 1. of the Rom. 16. The very Light of the Gospel it is a transforming Light, it hath a mighty power in it, the Gospel it's called, the Wisdom of God, and the Power of God, 1 Cor. 1. 24. it brings a great deal of power with it to help men against strong corruptions, to overcome violent temptations, to carry them through in any difficulties: pn31|vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt crd pp-f dt np1 crd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 vbz dt vvg n1, pn31 vhz dt j n1 p-acp pn31, dt n1 pn31|vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi j n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp d n2: (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 123
2195 Powerful corruptions, powerful temptations, powerful difficulties are overcome by the power of the Gospel; Powerful corruptions, powerful temptations, powerful difficulties Are overcome by the power of the Gospel; j n2, j n2, j n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 123
2196 and therefore it is said by faith, that is, by faith in the Gospel, we overcome the world; and Therefore it is said by faith, that is, by faith in the Gospel, we overcome the world; cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cst vbz, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 123
2197 the Gospel certainly doth not only stir in some men and women, some wishings, and wouldings and faint desires, the Gospel Certainly does not only stir in Some men and women, Some wishings, and wouldings and faint Desires, dt n1 av-j vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2, d n2-vvg, cc n2 cc j n2, (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 123
2198 but it brings a power to transforme their hearts. to make a metamorphosis there; but it brings a power to transform their hearts. to make a metamorphosis there; cc-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2. pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp; (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 123
2199 when there comes the light of the Gospel there comes the light of life together with it; when there comes the Light of the Gospel there comes the Light of life together with it; c-crq a-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp pn31; (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 123
2200 as that Scripture in Heb. 10. 32. After ye were illuminated (that is, by the Gospel) then he speaks of their great sufferings, they were willing to endure any thing for Christ; as that Scripture in Hebrew 10. 32. After you were illuminated (that is, by the Gospel) then he speaks of their great sufferings, they were willing to endure any thing for christ; c-acp cst n1 p-acp np1 crd crd p-acp pn22 vbdr vvn (cst vbz, p-acp dt n1) cs pns31 vvz pp-f po32 j n2, pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp np1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 124
2201 therefore a Conversation that becomes the Gospel is such an one as exemplarily demonstrates the very power of godliness, that men and women should not be alwaies learning and never come to the knowledg of the truth, not alwaies wishing and desiring, Therefore a Conversation that becomes the Gospel is such an one as exemplarily demonstrates the very power of godliness, that men and women should not be always learning and never come to the knowledge of the truth, not always wishing and desiring, av dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 vbz d dt crd c-acp av-j vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst n2 cc n2 vmd xx vbi av vvg cc av-x vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx av vvg cc vvg, (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 124
2202 and never come to any powerful resolutions and determinations, for certainly where the Gospel hath the upper hand in a soul it doth bring power, and never come to any powerful resolutions and determinations, for Certainly where the Gospel hath the upper hand in a soul it does bring power, cc av-x vvb p-acp d j n2 cc n2, c-acp av-j c-crq dt n1 vhz dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pn31 vdz vvi n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 124
2203 but I do not say it brings power so as to overcome all our lusts, but I do not say it brings power so as to overcome all our Lustiest, cc-acp pns11 vdb xx vvi pn31 vvz n1 av c-acp pc-acp vvi d po12 n2, (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 124
2204 so as there should be no sin remaining, for so long as we live we must be hungering after a further degree of righteousness and sanctification; so as there should be no since remaining, for so long as we live we must be hungering After a further degree of righteousness and sanctification; av c-acp a-acp vmd vbi dx n1 vvg, c-acp av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb pns12 vmb vbi j-vvg p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 124
2205 but certainly when the Gospel prevails there comes a great strength; but Certainly when the Gospel prevails there comes a great strength; cc-acp av-j c-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp vvz dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 124
2206 there's the strength of Christ put forth, the Spirit of power (as the Apostle saith) We have not received the spirit of fear, there's the strength of christ put forth, the Spirit of power (as the Apostle Says) We have not received the Spirit of Fear, pc-acp|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av, dt n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz) pns12 vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 124
2207 but the Spirit of power, of love, and of a sound mind: be not therefore ashamed of the testimony of our Lord. but the Spirit of power, of love, and of a found mind: be not Therefore ashamed of the testimony of our Lord. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt j n1: vbb xx av j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 124
2208 As if Paul had said to Timothy, it's true, you meet with many difficulties, but hath not the Gospel given you a Spirit of power? There's spirit of power and resolution when the Gospel comes in. As if Paul had said to Timothy, it's true, you meet with many difficulties, but hath not the Gospel given you a Spirit of power? There's Spirit of power and resolution when the Gospel comes in. c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn p-acp np1, pn31|vbz j, pn22 vvb p-acp d n2, cc-acp vhz xx dt n1 vvn pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1? pc-acp|vbz n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp. (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 124
2209 Timothy was a poor weakly, sickly man in his body, and Paul himself had no bodily presence with him, a poor contemptible man in regard of his bodily presence, Timothy was a poor weakly, sickly man in his body, and Paul himself had no bodily presence with him, a poor contemptible man in regard of his bodily presence, np1 vbds dt j av-j, j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc np1 px31 vhn dx j n1 p-acp pno31, dt j j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 124
2210 but he had a Spirit of power given him by the Gospel; but he had a Spirit of power given him by the Gospel; cc-acp pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 124
2211 so we should manifest a Spirit of power, that is as becomes the Gospel of Christ. so we should manifest a Spirit of power, that is as becomes the Gospel of christ. av pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 227 Page 124
2212 Lastly, The Gospel of Christ is a glorious Gospel. 1 Tim. 1. 11. it is call'd there by the title of a glorious Gospel, According to the glorious Gospel of the blessed God. Lastly, The Gospel of christ is a glorious Gospel. 1 Tim. 1. 11. it is called there by the title of a glorious Gospel, According to the glorious Gospel of the blessed God. ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1. crd np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-vvn np1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 124
2213 Mark, what a title is here? the Gospel is the glorious Gospel of the blessed God, that is, the glory of all the Attributes of God doth appear in the Gospel more brightly than they do appear in all the works that God hath made; Mark, what a title is Here? the Gospel is the glorious Gospel of the blessed God, that is, the glory of all the Attributes of God does appear in the Gospel more brightly than they do appear in all the works that God hath made; vvb, r-crq dt n1 vbz av? dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j-vvn np1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f np1 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 av-dc av-j cs pns32 vdb vvi p-acp d dt n2 cst np1 vhz vvn; (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 124
2214 There doth appear indeed a great deal of the glory of God in the Heavens, Earth, There does appear indeed a great deal of the glory of God in the Heavens, Earth, pc-acp vdz vvi av dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2, n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 124
2215 and Seas, and you have seen much of the glory of God there, but I appeal to you in this, Have you seen more of the glory of God in the Gospel, and Seas, and you have seen much of the glory of God there, but I appeal to you in this, Have you seen more of the glory of God in the Gospel, cc n2, cc pn22 vhb vvn d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp, cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp d, vhb pn22 vvn av-dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 124
2216 than ever you did in all the works that God hath made? that were a good argument that you have had a true understanding of the Gospel, than ever you did in all the works that God hath made? that were a good argument that you have had a true understanding of the Gospel, cs av pn22 vdd p-acp d dt n2 cst np1 vhz vvn? cst vbdr dt j n1 cst pn22 vhb vhn dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 124
2217 and that the Spirit of God hath shined into your hearts, if you can say, Lord I have seen much of thy glory in thy Works, and that the Spirit of God hath shined into your hearts, if you can say, Lord I have seen much of thy glory in thy Works, cc cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn p-acp po22 n2, cs pn22 vmb vvi, n1 pns11 vhb vvn d pp-f po21 n1 p-acp po21 vvz, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2218 when I have been abroad in the mighty waters where Gods paths and foot-steps are, Oh the Seas they are thy glorious creatures, when I have been abroad in the mighty waters where God's paths and footsteps Are, O the Seas they Are thy glorious creatures, c-crq pns11 vhb vbn av p-acp dt j n2 c-crq ng1 n2 cc n2 vbr, uh dt n2 pns32 vbr po21 j n2, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2219 but thy Gospel that's glorious beyond all, there do I see thine infinite wisdom, and infinite power, but thy Gospel that's glorious beyond all, there do I see thine infinite Wisdom, and infinite power, cc-acp po21 n1 cst|vbz j p-acp d, pc-acp vdi pns11 vvb po21 j n1, cc j n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2220 and infinite justice, and infinite mercy, and infinite faithfulness, and the Lord knows that all the glory of the creatures hath been darkned in my eyes since the Lord hath shewed me the glory of His Gospel, Can you say so? This is a good evidence that the Gospel is a saving Gospel to your souls, and infinite Justice, and infinite mercy, and infinite faithfulness, and the Lord knows that all the glory of the creatures hath been darkened in my eyes since the Lord hath showed me the glory of His Gospel, Can you say so? This is a good evidence that the Gospel is a Saving Gospel to your Souls, cc j n1, cc j n1, cc j n1, cc dt n1 vvz cst d dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vhz vbn vvn p-acp po11 n2 p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmb pn22 vvi av? d vbz dt j n1 cst dt n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp po22 n2, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2221 if you stand and admire at the glory of God in the Gospel; if you stand and admire At the glory of God in the Gospel; cs pn22 vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2222 Certainly there's none though never so weak in parts, yet if so be that God hath revealed Himself in the Gospel to them, they see that which makes them stand and admire at God, Certainly there's none though never so weak in parts, yet if so be that God hath revealed Himself in the Gospel to them, they see that which makes them stand and admire At God, av-j pc-acp|vbz pix cs av-x av j p-acp n2, av cs av vbb d np1 vhz vvn px31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb cst r-crq vvz pno32 vvi cc vvi p-acp np1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2223 and darkens all the world in their eyes; and darkens all the world in their eyes; cc vvz d dt n1 p-acp po32 n2; (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2224 have you seen the Gospel thus? then it is to you the glorious Gospel of the blessed God: have you seen the Gospel thus? then it is to you the glorious Gospel of the blessed God: vhb pn22 vvn dt n1 av? cs pn31 vbz p-acp pn22 dt j n1 pp-f dt j-vvn np1: (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2225 and in the 2 Cor. 4. 4. In whom the God of this world hath blinded the minds of them which beleeve not, and in the 2 Cor. 4. 4. In whom the God of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, cc p-acp dt crd np1 crd crd p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f pno32 r-crq vvb xx, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2226 lest the light of the glorious Gospel of Christ should shine into them: lest the Light of the glorious Gospel of christ should shine into them: cs dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32: (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2227 Oh reade over this Scripture again and again, The God of this world hath blinded their minds. O read over this Scripture again and again, The God of this world hath blinded their minds. uh vvb a-acp d n1 av cc av, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vvn po32 n2. (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2228 Mark, compare this Scriptrue with that I said before of Christ, that His Kingdom is not of this world, Mark, compare this Scripture with that I said before of christ, that His Kingdom is not of this world, vvb, vvb d vvi p-acp cst pns11 vvd a-acp pp-f np1, cst po31 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2229 but the Devil is called the God of this world, note this, he hath blinded the minds of them which beleeve not, but the devil is called the God of this world, note this, he hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, cc-acp dt n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvb d, pns31 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f pno32 r-crq vvb xx, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2230 if any which live under the Gospel beleeve not, it is because the Devil as he prevails in the world and by worldly things, by the pomp and vanity of the world he hoodwinks the eyes of those which beleeve not, if any which live under the Gospel believe not, it is Because the devil as he prevails in the world and by worldly things, by the pomp and vanity of the world he hoodwinks the eyes of those which believe not, cs d r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 vvb xx, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp j n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vvb xx, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2231 lest the light of the glorious Gospel of Christ who is the express Image of God should shine into them, Oh the Devil is loth that the gloriou Gospel should shine into the hearts of men; lest the Light of the glorious Gospel of christ who is the express Image of God should shine into them, O the devil is loath that the Glorious Gospel should shine into the hearts of men; cs dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32, uh dt n1 vbz j cst dt j n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2232 he is content that they should come and hear the Gospel, but he labors to keep off the light of the glorious Gospel of Christ, that it shine not into them, he is content that they should come and hear the Gospel, but he labors to keep off the Light of the glorious Gospel of christ, that it shine not into them, pns31 vbz j cst pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst pn31 vvb xx p-acp pno32, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2233 for he know when once it hath shined into mens hearts, then all the glory of the world will be darkned in their eyes, for he know when once it hath shined into men's hearts, then all the glory of the world will be darkened in their eyes, c-acp pns31 vvb c-crq a-acp pn31 vhz vvn p-acp ng2 n2, cs d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2234 and they will admire then at nothing but Christ; and they will admire then At nothing but christ; cc pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp pix cc-acp np1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2235 Oh none but Christ, none but Christ, Whom have I in Heaven but Christ? and there is none upon earth that I desire in comparison of my dearest Saviour, who is the fairest of ten thousand; O none but christ, none but christ, Whom have I in Heaven but christ? and there is none upon earth that I desire in comparison of my dearest Saviour, who is the Fairest of ten thousand; uh pix cc-acp np1, pix cc-acp np1, r-crq vhb pns11 p-acp n1 p-acp np1? cc pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1 cst pns11 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f po11 js-jn n1, r-crq vbz dt js pp-f crd crd; (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 125
2236 I never knew God before I saw him in the face of Jesus Christ; I never knew God before I saw him in the face of jesus christ; pns11 av-x vvd np1 c-acp pns11 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 126
2237 and now I see God in the face of His Son, I see him in another way than ever I did; and now I see God in the face of His Son, I see him in Another Way than ever I did; cc av pns11 vvb np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns11 vvb pno31 p-acp j-jn n1 cs av pns11 vdd; (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 126
2238 O the Gospel is a glorious Gospel, there is more of the glory of God in one sentence of the Gospel, Oh the Gospel is a glorious Gospel, there is more of the glory of God in one sentence of the Gospel, uh dt n1 vbz dt j n1, pc-acp vbz dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 126
2239 than in all the Heavens and Earth beside; this we may boldly aver. than in all the Heavens and Earth beside; this we may boldly aver. cs p-acp d dt n2 cc n1 a-acp; d pns12 vmb av-j vvi. (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 126
2240 Now our Conversations must be as becomes the Gospel, then there must be a glory in our Conversations, we must hold forth the Gospel in our Conversations: Now our Conversations must be as becomes the Gospel, then there must be a glory in our Conversations, we must hold forth the Gospel in our Conversations: av po12 n2 vmb vbi c-acp vvz dt n1, cs pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb vvi av dt n1 p-acp po12 n2: (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 126
2241 therefor Professors of the Gospel they should shine as lights in the world. I beseech you mark this one Note. Therefore Professors of the Gospel they should shine as lights in the world. I beseech you mark this one Note. av n2 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1. pns11 vvb pn22 vvb d crd n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 228 Page 126
2242 I remember in the close of all the last day, I shewed you, that the Saints and godly people are call'd, the glory of Jesus Christ Himself; I Remember in the close of all the last day, I showed you, that the Saints and godly people Are called, the glory of jesus christ Himself; pns11 vvb p-acp dt j pp-f d dt ord n1, pns11 vvd pn22, cst dt n2 cc j n1 vbr vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 px31; (13) sermon (DIV2) 229 Page 126
2243 surely you that are Professors of the Gospel should live so as to be the glory of the glorious Gospel, surely you that Are Professors of the Gospel should live so as to be the glory of the glorious Gospel, av-j pn22 cst vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi av c-acp pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 229 Page 126
2244 and what manner of persons ought we to be then? it's not enough that our Conversations be not defiled with the most filthy and abominable pollutions of the world, and what manner of Persons ought we to be then? it's not enough that our Conversations be not defiled with the most filthy and abominable pollutions of the world, cc r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vmd pns12 pc-acp vbi av? pn31|vbz xx av-d cst po12 n2 vbb xx vvn p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV2) 229 Page 126
2245 but our Conversations should be such as should be a glory to the glorious Gospel: but our Conversations should be such as should be a glory to the glorious Gospel: cc-acp po12 n2 vmd vbi d c-acp vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1: (13) sermon (DIV2) 229 Page 126
2246 Look in the Gospel, there shine the Attributes of God in glory, so in our lives there should be shining the glorious Attributes of God, that all that behold our Conversations may admire the Attributes of God shining in our lives, and glorifie our Heavenly Father. Look in the Gospel, there shine the Attributes of God in glory, so in our lives there should be shining the glorious Attributes of God, that all that behold our Conversations may admire the Attributes of God shining in our lives, and Glorify our Heavenly Father. vvb p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, av p-acp po12 n2 a-acp vmd vbi vvg dt j n2 pp-f np1, cst d cst vvb po12 n2 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp po12 n2, cc vvi po12 j n1. (13) sermon (DIV2) 229 Page 126
2247 Certainly a child of God that keeps close to God, and lives holily in his life, doth let out more of the glory of God shining before the world than the Sun in the Firmament; Certainly a child of God that keeps close to God, and lives holily in his life, does let out more of the glory of God shining before the world than the Sun in the Firmament; av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz av-j p-acp np1, cc vvz av-j p-acp po31 n1, vdz vvi av dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 cs dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 229 Page 126
2248 A Christian that professes the Gospel, and doth walk answerably to the Gospel, I say he is a more glorious creature in this world than the Sun in the Firmament; A Christian that Professes the Gospel, and does walk answerably to the Gospel, I say he is a more glorious creature in this world than the Sun in the Firmament; dt njp cst vvz dt n1, cc vdz vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb pns31 vbz dt av-dc j n1 p-acp d n1 cs dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV2) 229 Page 126
2249 certainly if we do but consider this, that we are appointed here in this world while we live, to hold forth the glory of the Gospel, to make it to be a glorious Gospel before all that we live among, it would cause another manner of Conversation than as yet we have. Certainly if we do but Consider this, that we Are appointed Here in this world while we live, to hold forth the glory of the Gospel, to make it to be a glorious Gospel before all that we live among, it would cause Another manner of Conversation than as yet we have. av-j cs pns12 vdb p-acp vvi d, cst pns12 vbr vvn av p-acp d n1 cs pns12 vvb, pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp d cst pns12 vvb p-acp, pn31 vmd vvi j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cs a-acp av pns12 vhb. (13) sermon (DIV2) 229 Page 126
2250 But to wind up all in a few words of Application, more particularly (though all the way as I have gone I have labored to apply it) all that I shall say may be refer'd unto these two particulars. But to wind up all in a few words of Application, more particularly (though all the Way as I have gone I have laboured to apply it) all that I shall say may be referred unto these two particulars. p-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp d p-acp dt d n2 pp-f n1, av-dc av-j (cs d dt n1 c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi pn31) d cst pns11 vmb vvi vmb vbi vvn p-acp d crd n2-j. (13) sermon (DIV2) 230 Page 126
2251 Application. Application. n1. (14) part (DIV3) 230 Page 126
2252 And the first is, For the rebuking of those whose Conversations are not as becomes the Gospel. And the First is, For the rebuking of those whose Conversations Are not as becomes the Gospel. cc dt ord vbz, p-acp dt vvg pp-f d rg-crq n2 vbr xx p-acp vvz dt n1. (14) part (DIV3) 231 Page 126
2253 I appeal to your consciences, Do not your consciences in hearing these things condemn you? If this be a Conversation becoming the Gospel, O Lord, I appeal to your Consciences, Do not your Consciences in hearing these things condemn you? If this be a Conversation becoming the Gospel, Oh Lord, pns11 vvb p-acp po22 n2, vdb xx po22 n2 p-acp vvg d n2 vvb pn22? cs d vbb dt n1 vvg dt n1, uh n1, (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2254 how far are we from honoring the Gospel in our lives? for how do many of your Conversations disgrace the Gospel of Jesus Christ? you put Jesue Christ even to open shame by your Conversations; how Far Are we from honouring the Gospel in our lives? for how do many of your Conversations disgrace the Gospel of jesus christ? you put Jesus christ even to open shame by your Conversations; c-crq av-j vbr pns12 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp po12 n2? p-acp q-crq vdb d pp-f po22 n2 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 np1? pn22 vvb n1 np1 av p-acp j n1 p-acp po22 n2; (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2255 and such as you are, are blots to profession & stains to Religion, and the truth is, it had been better you had never bin born, and such as you Are, Are blots to profession & stains to Religion, and the truth is, it had been better you had never been born, cc d c-acp pn22 vbr, vbr n2 p-acp n1 cc n2 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 vbz, pn31 vhd vbn jc pn22 vhd av-x vbn vvn, (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2256 if God doth not work upon your hearts in some measure before you die to recover the honor that you have taken away from this glorious Gospel. if God does not work upon your hearts in Some measure before you die to recover the honour that you have taken away from this glorious Gospel. cs np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp po22 n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst pn22 vhb vvn av p-acp d j n1. (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2257 Gal. 2. compare the 11. vers. and the 14. together, and in the. 11. ver. Gal. 2. compare the 11. vers. and the 14. together, and in thee. 11. ver. np1 crd vvb dt crd fw-la. cc dt crd av, cc p-acp pno32. crd fw-la. (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2258 you shall find Paul, when he did but see Peter to walk not as he ought to do, (saith he) I withstood Peter to his face: What's the matter? You shall see the cause in the 14. verse, (for saith he) He did not walk uprightly according to the truth of the Gospel: you shall find Paul, when he did but see Peter to walk not as he ought to do, (Says he) I withstood Peter to his face: What's the matter? You shall see the cause in the 14. verse, (for Says he) He did not walk uprightly according to the truth of the Gospel: pn22 vmb vvi np1, c-crq pns31 vdd p-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi xx c-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vdi, (vvz pns31) pns11 vvd np1 p-acp po31 n1: q-crq|vbz dt n1? pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt crd n1, (c-acp vvz pns31) pns31 vdd xx vvi av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2259 In that one particular (it seems) Peter was blame-worthy, O how was Pauls spirit stir'd! In that one particular (it seems) Peter was blameworthy, Oh how was Paul's Spirit stirred! p-acp d crd j (pn31 vvz) np1 vbds j, uh q-crq vbds npg1 n1 vvn! (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2260 I resisted him to his face saith he. I resisted him to his face Says he. pns11 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n1 vvz pns31. (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2261 Though Peter was a glorious Apostle, yet because in that thing he did not walk according to the truth of the Gospel, Paul resisted him to his face. Though Peter was a glorious Apostle, yet Because in that thing he did not walk according to the truth of the Gospel, Paul resisted him to his face. cs np1 vbds dt j n1, av c-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 vdd xx vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n1. (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2262 And are there any that make profession? and do you see that they walk not according to the truth of the Gospel? Resist them to their faces, And Are there any that make profession? and do you see that they walk not according to the truth of the Gospel? Resist them to their faces, cc vbr pc-acp d cst vvb n1? cc vdb pn22 vvi cst pns32 vvb xx vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2, (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2263 though they be never so eminent, either in Church or Common-wealth, to be head and shoulders above others, though they be never so eminent, either in Church or Commonwealth, to be head and shoulders above Others, cs pns32 vbb av-x av j, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbi n1 cc n2 p-acp n2-jn, (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2264 yet these are to be resisted to their face. yet these Are to be resisted to their face. av d vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1. (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2265 Oh the Gospel was precious to the heart of Paul, and therfore he could not bear, no not a Peter, not to walk according to the truth of the Gospel. Oh how many! O the Gospel was precious to the heart of Paul, and Therefore he could not bear, no not a Peter, not to walk according to the truth of the Gospel. O how many! uh dt n1 vbds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av pns31 vmd xx vvi, uh-dx xx dt np1, xx pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. uh q-crq d! (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2266 how many are there among you that do not walk according to the truth of the Gospel? Now the Lord cause your consciences this day to resist you to your faces, how many Are there among you that do not walk according to the truth of the Gospel? Now the Lord cause your Consciences this day to resist you to your faces, c-crq d vbr a-acp p-acp pn22 cst vdb xx vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? av dt n1 vvb po22 n2 d n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp po22 n2, (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2267 and to speak in secret to you, and to convince you of the dreadful evil that you are guilty of: and to speak in secret to you, and to convince you of the dreadful evil that you Are guilty of: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn p-acp pn22, cc pc-acp vvi pn22 pp-f dt j n-jn cst pn22 vbr j pp-f: (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2268 is such a Conversation as you walk in such as become the Gospel? I remember I have read a story, you shal find it in Richard the first, is such a Conversation as you walk in such as become the Gospel? I Remember I have read a story, you shall find it in Richard the First, vbz d dt n1 c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp d c-acp vvi dt n1? pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp np1 dt ord, (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2269 when he prevailed in warr, and took a Bishop, the Bishop of Bevoice, the Pope was angry, when he prevailed in war, and took a Bishop, the Bishop of Bevoice, the Pope was angry, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1, cc vvd dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 vbds j, (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2270 and sends and expostulates with him, that he would presume to meddle with one of his Sons, and imprison him. and sends and expostulates with him, that he would presume to meddle with one of his Sons, and imprison him. cc vvz cc vvz p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp crd pp-f po31 n2, cc vvb pno31. (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2271 The King sent this answer again to the Pope: The King sent this answer again to the Pope: dt n1 vvd d n1 av p-acp dt n1: (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 127
2272 He takes the Habergion and other warlike instruments that the Bishop had, and sends them to the Pope with these words; He Takes the Habergeon and other warlike Instruments that the Bishop had, and sends them to the Pope with these words; pns31 vvz dt n1 cc j-jn j n2 cst dt n1 vhd, cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2; (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 128
2273 See, Is this thy Sons Coat? is it fit for him to wear such things as these? So I may say concerning many professors, look upon their Conversations, See, Is this thy Sons Coat? is it fit for him to wear such things as these? So I may say Concerning many professors, look upon their Conversations, vvb, vbz d po21 ng1 n1? vbz pn31 j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp d? av pns11 vmb vvi vvg d n2, vvb p-acp po32 n2, (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 128
2274 and what is this the Coat? this the Conversation of the son of God? As that Richard the first, thought it such an unbeseeming thing for a Bishop to have warlike instruments about him, and what is this the Coat? this the Conversation of the son of God? As that Richard the First, Thought it such an unbeseeming thing for a Bishop to have warlike Instruments about him, cc r-crq vbz d dt n1? d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? p-acp d np1 dt ord, vvd pn31 d dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vhi j n2 p-acp pno31, (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 128
2275 and to be taken clad in armor. and to be taken clad in armour. cc pc-acp vbi vvn vvn p-acp n1. (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 128
2276 On 'tis an unbeseeming thing for such as profess the Gospel of Christ, to have instruments of death about them, to have wicked Conversations, to live in wicked and ungodly waies, Oh! 'tis not Christs Livery, not the Coat of one that professes godliness: On it's an unbeseeming thing for such as profess the Gospel of christ, to have Instruments of death about them, to have wicked Conversations, to live in wicked and ungodly ways, Oh! it's not Christ Livery, not the Coat of one that Professes godliness: p-acp pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp d c-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vhi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vhi j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc j n2, uh pn31|vbz xx npg1 n1, xx dt n1 pp-f pi cst vvz n1: (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 128
2277 Certainly there must be another manner of Conversation than this. Certainly there must be Another manner of Conversation than this. av-j a-acp vmb vbi j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cs d. (14) part (DIV3) 232 Page 128
2278 EXHORTATION. And therefore to close all in a word or two of Exhortation. EXHORTATION. And Therefore to close all in a word or two of Exhortation. n1. cc av pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1 cc crd pp-f n1. (15) part (DIV3) 232 Page 128
2279 Oh that God would move our hearts now by what we have heard, to labor to honor the glorious Gospel that we do profess, O that that worthy Name (in Jam. 2. 7.) may not be blasphemed by wicked men; O that God would move our hearts now by what we have herd, to labour to honour the glorious Gospel that we do profess, Oh that that worthy Name (in Jam. 2. 7.) may not be blasphemed by wicked men; uh cst np1 vmd vvi po12 n2 av p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cst pns12 vdb vvi, uh cst d j n1 (p-acp np1 crd crd) vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp j n2; (15) part (DIV3) 233 Page 128
2280 Oh let not that worthy Name of God and Christ (which you profess) be blasphemed for your sakes, O let not that worthy Name of God and christ (which you profess) be blasphemed for your sakes, uh vvb xx d j n1 pp-f np1 cc np1 (r-crq pn22 vvb) vbb vvn p-acp po22 n2, (15) part (DIV3) 233 Page 128
2281 but walk worthy of that worthy Name of the Lord, and of his Christ, and of his Gospel. but walk worthy of that worthy Name of the Lord, and of his christ, and of his Gospel. cc-acp vvb j pp-f cst j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f po31 np1, cc pp-f po31 n1. (15) part (DIV3) 233 Page 128
2282 My brethren, know that when you undertake the profession of the Gospel, you undertake a great matter; My brothers, know that when you undertake the profession of the Gospel, you undertake a great matter; po11 n2, vvb d c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vvb dt j n1; (15) part (DIV3) 233 Page 128
2283 do not come to the profession of the Gospel and look upon it as if it were a slight matter; do not come to the profession of the Gospel and look upon it as if it were a slight matter; vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31 c-acp cs pn31 vbdr dt j n1; (15) part (DIV3) 233 Page 128
2284 'tis a great matter, the profession of the Gospel: it's a great matter, the profession of the Gospel: pn31|vbz dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (15) part (DIV3) 233 Page 128
2285 In 1 Tim. 2. 10. it is a good Scripture for women, he speaks of women, that they should walk as those that do profess godliness, such should preach the contents of the Gospel in an Evangelical behavior before others, they should therefore bring forth fruits worthy of repentance, or meet for repentance: In 1 Tim. 2. 10. it is a good Scripture for women, he speaks of women, that they should walk as those that do profess godliness, such should preach the contents of the Gospel in an Evangelical behaviour before Others, they should Therefore bring forth fruits worthy of Repentance, or meet for Repentance: p-acp crd np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n2, pns31 vvz pp-f n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp d cst vdb vvi n1, d vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt np1 n1 p-acp n2-jn, pns32 vmd av vvi av n2 j pp-f n1, cc j p-acp n1: (15) part (DIV3) 233 Page 128
2286 Hath the Lord wrought upon your hearts, to chang your minds and turn your hearts to him? O then bring forth fruits worthy of repentance; Hath the Lord wrought upon your hearts, to change your minds and turn your hearts to him? O then bring forth fruits worthy of Repentance; vhz dt n1 vvn p-acp po22 n2, pc-acp vvi po22 n2 cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp pno31? sy av vvi av n2 j pp-f n1; (15) part (DIV3) 233 Page 128
2287 that is, your Conversations must be worthy of the Gospel, and that is fruit worthy of repentance: that is, your Conversations must be worthy of the Gospel, and that is fruit worthy of Repentance: d vbz, po22 n2 vmb vbi j pp-f dt n1, cc d vbz n1 j pp-f n1: (15) part (DIV3) 233 Page 128
2288 and in Acts, 26. 20. Works meet for repentance. Oh you say, you have repented you of your sins: and in Acts, 26. 20. Works meet for Repentance. O you say, you have repented you of your Sins: cc p-acp n2, crd crd vvz j p-acp n1. uh pn22 vvb, pn22 vhb vvn pn22 pp-f po22 n2: (15) part (DIV3) 233 Page 128
2289 the word that is translated there repentance; it is, change of mind: Oh hath God changed your mind? Then let there be works worthy of this change of mind. the word that is translated there Repentance; it is, change of mind: O hath God changed your mind? Then let there be works worthy of this change of mind. dt n1 cst vbz vvn a-acp n1; pn31 vbz, n1 pp-f n1: uh vhz np1 vvn po22 n1? av vvb pc-acp vbi n2 j pp-f d n1 pp-f n1. (15) part (DIV3) 233 Page 128
2290 And divers motives there should have been named for the stirring up of your hearts to walk worthy of the Gospel: And diverse motives there should have been nam for the stirring up of your hearts to walk worthy of the Gospel: cc j n2 a-acp vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f po22 n2 pc-acp vvi j pp-f dt n1: (15) part (DIV3) 234 Page 129
2291 O consider what's this Gospel you profess, the Scripture cals it as here the Gospel of Christ: Oh Consider what's this Gospel you profess, the Scripture calls it as Here the Gospel of christ: uh vvb q-crq|vbz d n1 pn22 vvb, dt n1 vvz pn31 a-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1: (15) part (DIV3) 234 Page 129
2292 So the Gospel of the grace of God, Act. 20. 24. It's a Gospel by which you are begotten, 1 Cor. 4. 15. So the Gospel of the grace of God, Act. 20. 24. It's a Gospel by which you Are begotten, 1 Cor. 4. 15. av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 crd crd pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vbr vvn, crd np1 crd crd (15) part (DIV3) 234 Page 129
2293 Thirdly, It's the Gospel of your salvation, Ephes. 1. 13. And fourthly, It's an everlasting Gospel, Revel. 14. 6. Thirdly, It's the Gospel of your salvation, Ephesians 1. 13. And fourthly, It's an everlasting Gospel, Revel. 14. 6. ord, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, np1 crd crd cc j, pn31|vbz dt j n1, vvb. crd crd (15) part (DIV3) 236 Page 129
2294 And then as you had it before, a glorious Gospel. Oh walk worthy of this Gospel that you have got so much good by. And then as you had it before, a glorious Gospel. O walk worthy of this Gospel that you have god so much good by. cc av c-acp pn22 vhd pn31 a-acp, dt j n1. uh n1 j pp-f d n1 cst pn22 vhb vvn av d j p-acp. (15) part (DIV3) 238 Page 129
2295 I appeal to you any that have had the Gospel working upon your hearts, Have not you got so much good by the Gospel that you would not part withal for ten thousand worlds? Oh then walk worthy of that Gospel, seeing you have got so much good by it. I appeal to you any that have had the Gospel working upon your hearts, Have not you god so much good by the Gospel that you would not part withal for ten thousand world's? O then walk worthy of that Gospel, seeing you have god so much good by it. pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 d cst vhb vhn dt n1 vvg p-acp po22 n2, vhb xx pn22 vvn av d j p-acp dt n1 cst pn22 vmd xx vvi av p-acp crd crd n2? uh av vvb j pp-f d n1, vvg pn22 vhb vvn av d j p-acp pn31. (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 129
2296 And I beseech you consider that motive in the text, Only let your Conversation be as it becomes the Gospel of Christ. And I beseech you Consider that motive in the text, Only let your Conversation be as it becomes the Gospel of christ. cc pns11 vvb pn22 vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 129
2297 [ Only ] as if the Apostle should say, the Gospel hath many things that darkens it, [ Only ] as if the Apostle should say, the Gospel hath many things that darkens it, [ j ] c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi, dt n1 vhz d n2 cst vvz pn31, (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 129
2298 and many adversaries that do oppose it, Oh but, Only let your Conversation be as it becomes the Gospel; and many Adversaries that do oppose it, O but, Only let your Conversation be as it becomes the Gospel; cc d n2 cst vdb vvi pn31, uh a-acp, av-j vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1; (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 129
2299 you need care for nothing that opposeth, so you walk worthy of the Gospel, only let your Conversation, be as becomes the Gospel. you need care for nothing that Opposeth, so you walk worthy of the Gospel, only let your Conversation, be as becomes the Gospel. pn22 vvb n1 p-acp pix cst vvz, av pn22 vvb j pp-f dt n1, av-j vvb po22 n1, vbb c-acp vvz dt n1. (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 129
2300 Now what a many enemies hath the Gospel at this day? and what errors and divisions are there to ecclipse this Evangelical Sun? Why now, Only let your Conversation be as it becomes the Gospel: Now what a many enemies hath the Gospel At this day? and what errors and divisions Are there to eclipse this Evangelical Sun? Why now, Only let your Conversation be as it becomes the Gospel: av q-crq dt d n2 vhz dt n1 p-acp d n1? cc q-crq n2 cc n2 vbr a-acp pc-acp vvi d np1 n1? uh-crq av, av-j vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1: (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 129
2301 That is, in these times wherein there is so much done against the Gospel, as if the Apostle should say, Let all Devils and wicked men do what they can they shall never prevail against the Gospel, That is, in these times wherein there is so much done against the Gospel, as if the Apostle should say, Let all Devils and wicked men do what they can they shall never prevail against the Gospel, cst vbz, p-acp d n2 c-crq pc-acp vbz av d vdn p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi, vvb d n2 cc j n2 vdb r-crq pns32 vmb pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1, (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 129
2302 if your Conversations be as becomes the Gospel; this is enough to stand out against all that is done against the Gospel: if your Conversations be as becomes the Gospel; this is enough to stand out against all that is done against the Gospel: cs po22 n2 vbb c-acp vvz dt n1; d vbz av-d pc-acp vvi av p-acp d cst vbz vdn p-acp dt n1: (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 129
2303 Oh me thinks this argument should be a prevailing argument. O me thinks this argument should be a prevailing argument. uh pno11 vvz d n1 vmd vbi dt j-vvg n1. (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 129
2304 Oh! do not your hearts bleed when you hear what opposition is made against the glorious Gospel of Christ that should be ten thousand times deerer than your lives? here's the way that the Gospel should stand against Hell, Oh! do not your hearts bleed when you hear what opposition is made against the glorious Gospel of christ that should be ten thousand times Dearer than your lives? here's the Way that the Gospel should stand against Hell, uh vdb xx po22 n2 vvb c-crq pn22 vvb r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 cst vmd vbi crd crd n2 jc-jn cs po22 n2? av|vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1, (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 129
2305 and the gates of Hell, all counsels of the enemy shall not prevail against the Gospel, if your Conversations be as becomes the Gospel, This will do it. and the gates of Hell, all Counsels of the enemy shall not prevail against the Gospel, if your Conversations be as becomes the Gospel, This will do it. cc dt n2 pp-f n1, d n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, cs po22 n2 vbb c-acp vvz dt n1, d vmb vdi pn31. (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 129
2306 And mark what Paul saith, he looks upon it as a thing thing dearer than his life, to walk so as might further the Gospel, 1 Cor. 9. 12. We suffer all things (saith he) lest we should hinder the Gospel of Christ: And mark what Paul Says, he looks upon it as a thing thing Dearer than his life, to walk so as might further the Gospel, 1 Cor. 9. 12. We suffer all things (Says he) lest we should hinder the Gospel of christ: cc vvb r-crq np1 vvz, pns31 vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 n1 jc-jn cs po31 n1, pc-acp vvi av c-acp vmd av-j dt n1, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vvb d n2 (vvz pns31) cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 130
2307 Mark, (as if he should say) Oh 'tis more dear than our lives a thousand times, we will do any thing, and suffer any thing; Mark, (as if he should say) O it's more dear than our lives a thousand times, we will do any thing, and suffer any thing; vvb, (c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi) uh pn31|vbz av-dc j-jn cs po12 n2 dt crd n2, pns12 vmb vdi d n1, cc vvi d n1; (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 130
2308 Oh the Apostles spirit was filled with the sweetness of the Gospel, he had found the good of it. O the Apostles Spirit was filled with the sweetness of the Gospel, he had found the good of it. uh dt n2 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhd vvn dt j pp-f pn31. (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 130
2309 And here in this Scripture he saith, Oh what shall I do? what shall I suffer that I may not hinder the Gospel? Let them do any thing that possibly can be to me, And Here in this Scripture he Says, O what shall I do? what shall I suffer that I may not hinder the Gospel? Let them do any thing that possibly can be to me, cc av p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz, uh q-crq vmb pns11 vdi? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi cst pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1? vvb pno32 vdi d n1 cst av-j vmb vbi p-acp pno11, (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 130
2310 or take what they will from me, I crave not, we suffer all things that the Gospel may not be hindred. or take what they will from me, I crave not, we suffer all things that the Gospel may not be hindered. cc vvb r-crq pns32 vmb p-acp pno11, pns11 vvb xx, pns12 vvb d n2 cst dt n1 vmb xx vbi vvn. (15) part (DIV3) 239 Page 130
2311 Now you will neither do nor suffer for the Gospel, you will not part with a base lust that the Gospel may not be hindred; Now you will neither do nor suffer for the Gospel, you will not part with a base lust that the Gospel may not be hindered; av pn22 vmb dx vdi ccx vvi p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt j n1 cst dt n1 vmb xx vbi vvn; (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2312 one professor being overtaken with an apparent sin may do more hurt to the Gospel than he can do good all his life, let him live as long as Methuselah; that sin of yours that is so dear to you, Will not you part with it? it will hinder the Gospel, Oh wilt not thou part with thy sin, one professor being overtaken with an apparent since may do more hurt to the Gospel than he can do good all his life, let him live as long as Methuselah; that since of yours that is so dear to you, Will not you part with it? it will hinder the Gospel, O wilt not thou part with thy since, crd n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt j n1 vmb vdi av-dc vvn p-acp dt n1 cs pns31 vmb vdi j d po31 n1, vvb pno31 vvi a-acp av-j c-acp np1; cst n1 pp-f png22 cst vbz av j-jn p-acp pn22, vmb xx pn22 vvi p-acp pn31? pn31 vmb vvi dt n1, uh vmd2 xx pns21 vvi p-acp po21 n1, (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2313 when any temptation comes to sin? Let every one of you that profess you love the Gospel, when any temptation comes to since? Let every one of you that profess you love the Gospel, c-crq d n1 vvz p-acp n1? vvb d crd pp-f pn22 cst vvb pn22 vvb dt n1, (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2314 but think thus, Oh but shall I not hinder the Gospel if I listen and yeild to this temptation? indeed this will bring me a great deal of comfort and content, but think thus, O but shall I not hinder the Gospel if I listen and yield to this temptation? indeed this will bring me a great deal of Comfort and content, cc-acp vvb av, uh cc-acp vmb pns11 xx vvi dt n1 cs pns11 vvb cc vvi p-acp d n1? av d vmb vvi pno11 dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2315 and I shall get so much by it; and I shall get so much by it; cc pns11 vmb vvi av av-d p-acp pn31; (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2316 Oh but will it not obstruct the Gospel? the very thought of this that it possibly may hinder the Gospel, should cause your hearts to rise with indignation against that temptation, and cast out that sin; O but will it not obstruct the Gospel? the very Thought of this that it possibly may hinder the Gospel, should cause your hearts to rise with Indignation against that temptation, and cast out that since; uh cc-acp vmb pn31 xx vvi dt n1? dt j n1 pp-f d cst pn31 av-j vmb vvi dt n1, vmd vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvd av d n1; (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2317 God forbid that I should meddle with that sin which wil hinder the Gospel. God forbid that I should meddle with that since which will hinder the Gospel. np1 vvb cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq vmb vvi dt n1. (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2318 And therefore in Act. 20, 24. the Apostle professes, that his life is not dear to him, And Therefore in Act. 20, 24. the Apostle Professes, that his life is not dear to him, cc av p-acp n1 crd, crd dt n1 vvz, cst po31 n1 vbz xx j-jn p-acp pno31, (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2319 so be it he might but further the Gospel: And in 1 Cor. 9. from the 12. vers. so be it he might but further the Gospel: And in 1 Cor. 9. from the 12. vers. av vbb pn31 pns31 vmd p-acp jc dt n1: cc p-acp crd np1 crd p-acp dt crd fw-la. (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2320 to the 23. he professes there, he would become all things to all men, he would be a servant to any man, to the 23. he Professes there, he would become all things to all men, he would be a servant to any man, p-acp dt crd pns31 vvz a-acp, pns31 vmd vvi d n2 p-acp d n2, pns31 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp d n1, (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2321 and yeeld to all things that he could, so be it he might not sin against God, to be never so vile in the eyes of men, and yield to all things that he could, so be it he might not sin against God, to be never so vile in the eyes of men, cc vvi p-acp d n2 cst pns31 vmd, av vbb pn31 pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi av-x av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2322 and all that he might but further the Gospel. Oh that it were but so in our hearts. and all that he might but further the Gospel. O that it were but so in our hearts. cc d cst pns31 vmd p-acp jc dt n1. uh cst pn31 vbdr cc-acp av p-acp po12 n2. (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2323 We reade of an excellent commendations of one, in the 2 of Cor. 8. 18. That his praise is in the Gospel in all the Churches. We read of an excellent commendations of one, in the 2 of Cor. 8. 18. That his praise is in the Gospel in all the Churches. pns12 vvb pp-f dt j n2 pp-f crd, p-acp dt crd pp-f np1 crd crd d po31 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp d dt n2. (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2324 Oh this is an excellent thing, when it can be said of a Professor of Religion (it may be this man hath not any great commendation for parts, no but) his praise is in the Gospel. O this is an excellent thing, when it can be said of a Professor of Religion (it may be this man hath not any great commendation for parts, no but) his praise is in the Gospel. uh d vbz dt j n1, c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 (pn31 vmb vbi d n1 vhz xx d j n1 p-acp n2, av-dx p-acp) po31 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1. (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2325 As the Saints of God and all the Churches of God that knew him, they highly commended him, As the Saints of God and all the Churches of God that knew him, they highly commended him, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc d dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vvd pno31, pns32 av-j vvd pno31, (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 130
2326 Why? Because that the Gospel is furthered by him, his praise is in the Gospel: Why? Because that the Gospel is furthered by him, his praise is in the Gospel: q-crq? p-acp cst dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, po31 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1: (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2327 this we should labor al of us what possibly we can. this we should labour all of us what possibly we can. d pns12 vmd vvi d pp-f pno12 r-crq av-j pns12 vmb. (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2328 My brethren, what a mercy is it, that God should account any thing that we do worthy of the Gospel! My brothers, what a mercy is it, that God should account any thing that we do worthy of the Gospel! po11 n2, r-crq dt n1 vbz pn31, cst np1 vmd vvi d n1 cst pns12 vdb j pp-f dt n1! (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2329 Mark the Text, Why, can we poor worms do any thing worthy of the Gospel? I but though you can do but little, God will account your endeavours even worthy of the Gospel. Mark the Text, Why, can we poor worms do any thing worthy of the Gospel? I but though you can do but little, God will account your endeavours even worthy of the Gospel. n1 dt n1, uh-crq, vmb pns12 j n2 vdb d n1 j pp-f dt n1? pns11 cc-acp cs pn22 vmb vdi p-acp j, np1 vmb vvi po22 n2 av j pp-f dt n1. (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2330 John saith, that he was unworthy to loose the latchet of Christs shoe, nor worthy to carry the shoe of Christ•: John Says, that he was unworthy to lose the latchet of Christ shoe, nor worthy to carry the shoe of Christ•: np1 vvz, cst pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, ccx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2331 Then, are we such as can walk worthy of the glorious Gospel? Oh 'tis Gods infinit goodness that shal account us to be worthy of the Gospel. Then, Are we such as can walk worthy of the glorious Gospel? O it's God's infinite Goodness that shall account us to be worthy of the Gospel. av, vbr pns12 d c-acp vmb vvi j pp-f dt j n1? uh pn31|vbz npg1 j n1 cst vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi j pp-f dt n1. (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2332 The Apostles did not account themselves worthy to suffer for the Gospel, Acts, 5. 41. And shall God account us to do that which is worthy of his Gospel? Oh this should be a mighty encouragement to us, to walk worthy of the Gospel. The Apostles did not account themselves worthy to suffer for the Gospel, Acts, 5. 41. And shall God account us to do that which is worthy of his Gospel? O this should be a mighty encouragement to us, to walk worthy of the Gospel. dt n2 vdd xx vvi px32 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, n2, crd crd cc vmb np1 vvi pno12 pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz j pp-f po31 n1? uh d vmd vbi dt j n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi j pp-f dt n1. (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2333 And there is an notable encouraging text, in Luke, 21. 36. Walk worthy of the Gospel: And there is an notable encouraging text, in Lycia, 21. 36. Walk worthy of the Gospel: cc pc-acp vbz dt j vvg n1, p-acp av, crd crd n1 j pp-f dt n1: (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2334 And then you shall see what God will account you worthy of: And then you shall see what God will account you worthy of: cc cs pn22 vmb vvi r-crq np1 vmb vvi pn22 j pp-f: (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2335 Watch ye therefore, and pray alwaies, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to passe, Watch you Therefore, and pray always, that you may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, vvb pn22 av, cc vvb av, cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn j pc-acp vvi d d n2 cst vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2336 and to stand before the Son of Man. Watch and Pray, be watchful in all your converse, keep your communion with God close: and to stand before the Son of Man. Watch and Pray, be watchful in all your converse, keep your communion with God close: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n1 cc vvb, vbb j p-acp d po22 n1, vvb po22 n1 p-acp np1 av-j: (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2337 What will be the fruit of this? That ye may be accounted worthy to escape these things: What will be the fruit of this? That you may be accounted worthy to escape these things: q-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d? cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn j pc-acp vvi d n2: (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2338 that is, the many afflictions, dangers, and evils that shall come upon the world, you shall escape the evil of them at least. that is, the many afflictions, dangers, and evils that shall come upon the world, you shall escape the evil of them At least. d vbz, dt d n2, n2, cc n2-jn cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n-jn pp-f pno32 p-acp ds. (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2339 And to stand before the Son of Man. Here's a notable Scripture to quicken up our hearts to walk conscionably and strictly in our Conversation, watch over your waies, stand upon your guard, And to stand before the Son of Man. Here's a notable Scripture to quicken up our hearts to walk Conscionably and strictly in our Conversation, watch over your ways, stand upon your guard, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av|vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi av-j cc av-j p-acp po12 n1, vvb a-acp po22 n2, vvb p-acp po22 n1, (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2340 and pray, that you may be accounted worthy to stand before the Son of Man: and pray, that you may be accounted worthy to stand before the Son of Man: cc vvb, cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2341 Why? Is there any that can stand before the Son of Man in glory? or that shal be accounted worthy to stand before Him? Yes, a godly and gracious man or woman that walks conscionably in their Conversation, Why? Is there any that can stand before the Son of Man in glory? or that shall be accounted worthy to stand before Him? Yes, a godly and gracious man or woman that walks Conscionably in their Conversation, q-crq? vbz pc-acp d cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1? cc cst vmb vbi vvn j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31? uh, dt j cc j n1 cc n1 cst vvz av-j p-acp po32 n1, (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2342 when the Son of Man shall come in his glory, they shal be able to stand before Him, and be accounted worthy. when the Son of Man shall come in his glory, they shall be able to stand before Him, and be accounted worthy. c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc vbi vvn j. (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2343 Oh then, let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel, and you shall be accounted by God, worthy to stand before the Son of Man. Jesus Christ ▪ He walks towards you as becomes a Mediator; O then, let your Conversation be as becomes the Gospel, and you shall be accounted by God, worthy to stand before the Son of Man. jesus christ ▪ He walks towards you as becomes a Mediator; uh av, vvb po22 n1 vbi c-acp vvz dt n1, cc pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1, j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 np1 ▪ pns31 vvz p-acp pn22 c-acp vvz dt n1; (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2344 yea Christ doth al things that are sutable to His relations, as a Husband, as a Savior: yea christ does all things that Are suitable to His relations, as a Husband, as a Saviour: uh np1 vdz d n2 cst vbr j p-acp po31 n2, c-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1: (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2345 Oh do you all things that are sutable to your relations. O do you all things that Are suitable to your relations. uh vdb pn22 d n2 cst vbr j p-acp po22 n2. (15) part (DIV3) 240 Page 131
2346 And for the close of all, I beseech you lay but to heart the great Design that God hath in the Gospel, think thus with thy self, And for the close of all, I beseech you lay but to heart the great Design that God hath in the Gospel, think thus with thy self, cc p-acp dt j pp-f d, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb cc-acp p-acp n1 dt j n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp dt n1, vvb av p-acp po21 n1, (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2347 Surely the Work of God in the Gospel is a glorious Work: Well then: surely God hath some great Design that He drives on in the Gospel. Surely the Work of God in the Gospel is a glorious Work: Well then: surely God hath Some great Design that He drives on in the Gospel. av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vbz dt j n1: av av: av-j np1 vhz d j n1 cst pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1. (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2348 What is it? Let me labor to serve it whatsoever in me lieth. What is it? Let me labour to serve it whatsoever in me lies. q-crq vbz pn31? vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 r-crq p-acp pno11 vvz. (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2349 Now if you reade in the Gospel you shall find that the Design that God hath, it is, To purchase to Himself, a peculiar people, zealous of good works: Now if you read in the Gospel you shall find that the Design that God hath, it is, To purchase to Himself, a peculiar people, zealous of good works: av cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi cst dt n1 cst np1 vhz, pn31 vbz, pc-acp vvi p-acp px31, dt j n1, j pp-f j n2: (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2350 to promote holiness and godliness, that we being redeemed from the hands of our enemies, might serve him in holiness and righteousness all the daies of our lives. to promote holiness and godliness, that we being redeemed from the hands of our enemies, might serve him in holiness and righteousness all the days of our lives. pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, cst pns12 vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, vmd vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1 d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2. (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2351 This is the Design that God hath: This is the Design that God hath: d vbz dt n1 cst np1 vhz: (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2352 I see that Mankind is fallen from me, and the people in the world are generally fallen into wickedness, the whole world lieth in wickedness, over head and ears in sin; I see that Mankind is fallen from me, and the people in the world Are generally fallen into wickedness, the Whole world lies in wickedness, over head and ears in since; pns11 vvb d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1, dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n2 p-acp n1; (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2353 but I would have holiness advanced, I would have my Image renewed, I would have a peculiar people that might live for ever to serve and worship me: Here's the Design of God: but I would have holiness advanced, I would have my Image renewed, I would have a peculiar people that might live for ever to serve and worship me: Here's the Design of God: cc-acp pns11 vmd vhi n1 vvn, pns11 vmd vhi po11 n1 vvd, pns11 vmd vhi dt j n1 cst vmd vvi p-acp av pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno11: av|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1: (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2354 Oh let me now serve this design of God, and labor to do all that I can to serve, O let me now serve this Design of God, and labour to do all that I can to serve, uh vvb pno11 av vvi d n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 pc-acp vdi d cst pns11 vmb pc-acp vvi, (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2355 and honor, and blesse, and magnifie that God that hath wrought such glorious things for us, and honour, and bless, and magnify that God that hath wrought such glorious things for us, cc n1, cc vvi, cc vvb cst np1 cst vhz vvn d j n2 p-acp pno12, (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2356 as He hath wrought in the Gospel. as He hath wrought in the Gospel. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1. (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2357 And as Christ saith in Mat. 3. when He came to be paptized of John, It becomes us to fulfill all righteousness. And as christ Says in Mathew 3. when He Come to be paptized of John, It becomes us to fulfil all righteousness. cc p-acp np1 vvz p-acp np1 crd c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1, pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi d n1. (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2358 Now shall the Lord Jesus Christ Himself say thus, It becomes us to fulfill all righteousness; Now shall the Lord jesus christ Himself say thus, It becomes us to fulfil all righteousness; av vmb dt n1 np1 np1 px31 vvi av, pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi d n1; (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2359 surely then it becomes you to fulfil al righteousness. surely then it becomes you to fulfil all righteousness. av-j cs pn31 vvz pn22 pc-acp vvi d n1. (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2360 Would you walk as becomes the Gospel? Give up your hearts, strength, and endeavors what possibly you can to fulfill all righteousness, do not say, Would you walk as becomes the Gospel? Give up your hearts, strength, and endeavors what possibly you can to fulfil all righteousness, do not say, vmd pn22 vvi a-acp vvz dt n1? vvb a-acp po22 n2, n1, cc n2 r-crq av-j pn22 vmb p-acp vvi d n1, vdb xx vvi, (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2361 Why should I do thus? and why need we be so forward and strict? Oh remember the text; Why should I do thus? and why need we be so forward and strict? O Remember the text; q-crq vmd pns11 vdi av? cc q-crq vvb pns12 vbb av j cc j? uh vvb dt n1; (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2362 If any talk of too much strictness, and too much forwardness; then answer thus; If any talk of too much strictness, and too much forwardness; then answer thus; cs d n1 pp-f av d n1, cc av d n1; av vvb av; (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2363 I heard in such a place such a Text opened and applied to me, that my Conversation must be as it becomes the Gospel; I herd in such a place such a Text opened and applied to me, that my Conversation must be as it becomes the Gospel; pns11 vvd p-acp d dt n1 d dt n1 vvd cc vvn p-acp pno11, cst po11 n1 vmb vbi c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1; (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2364 and certainly let me do what I can, I cannot do so much but that the Gospel will require ten thousand times more than I can do, and Certainly let me do what I can, I cannot do so much but that the Gospel will require ten thousand times more than I can do, cc av-j vvb pno11 vdi r-crq pns11 vmb, pns11 vmbx vdi av av-d p-acp cst dt n1 vmb vvi crd crd n2 av-dc cs pns11 vmb vdi, (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2365 and therfore I do endeavor to walk as becoms the Gospel: And I hear that Christ Himself saith, that it became Him to fulfil all righteousness; and Therefore I do endeavour to walk as becomes the Gospel: And I hear that christ Himself Says, that it became Him to fulfil all righteousness; cc av pns11 vdb vvi pc-acp vvi c-acp vvz dt n1: cc pns11 vvb cst np1 px31 vvz, cst pn31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi d n1; (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2366 And why should not I walk as Christ Himself walked? O my life hath bin too vain heretofore, my heart hath been dead, And why should not I walk as christ Himself walked? O my life hath been too vain heretofore, my heart hath been dead, cc q-crq vmd xx pns11 vvi p-acp np1 px31 vvn? sy po11 n1 vhz vbn av j av, po11 n1 vhz vbn j, (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 132
2367 and I have not been quickned up so as to walk worthy of the Gospel; and I have not been quickened up so as to walk worthy of the Gospel; cc pns11 vhb xx vbn vvn a-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi j pp-f dt n1; (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 133
2368 but for the time to come my care and endeavor above all things in the world, shall be, That I may honor this glorious GOSPEL of Jesus Christ, from whom I do expect to have such glorious things hereafter. but for the time to come my care and endeavour above all things in the world, shall be, That I may honour this glorious GOSPEL of jesus christ, from whom I do expect to have such glorious things hereafter. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 cc vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi, cst pns11 vmb vvi d j n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp ro-crq pns11 vdb vvi pc-acp vhi d j n2 av. (15) part (DIV3) 241 Page 133
2369 Consider now what hath been said, and the Lord give you understanding in these things, that you may be kept blameless unto the coming of our Lord JESUS CHRIST. Consider now what hath been said, and the Lord give you understanding in these things, that you may be kept blameless unto the coming of our Lord JESUS CHRIST. vvb av q-crq vhz vbn vvn, cc dt n1 vvb pn22 n1 p-acp d n2, cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (15) part (DIV3) 242 Page 133
2370 SERMON I. SERMON I. n1 pns11. (16) sermon (DIV2) 242 Page 134
2371 IF you please to reflect back upon the last daies Exercise, when we finished that Scripture in the Philippians, that teaches us to walk as becomes the Gospel; IF you please to reflect back upon the last days Exercise, when we finished that Scripture in the Philippians, that Teaches us to walk as becomes the Gospel; cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt ord ng1 n1, c-crq pns12 vvd d n1 p-acp dt njp2, cst vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi c-acp vvz dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 242 Page 134
2372 in the prosecution of which we shewed what it was the Gospel principally did hold forh unto us; in the prosecution of which we showed what it was the Gospel principally did hold forh unto us; p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vvd r-crq pn31 vbds dt n1 av-jn vdd vvi fw-mi p-acp pno12; (16) sermon (DIV2) 242 Page 134
2373 and what Conversations ought to be in the Professors of it sutable unto those things the Gospel holds forth; and what Conversations ought to be in the Professors of it suitable unto those things the Gospel holds forth; cc q-crq n2 vmd pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31 j p-acp d n2 dt n1 vvz av; (16) sermon (DIV2) 242 Page 134
2374 and among those, this was one particular of great moment, that we did then but hint out unto you in a word or two, That the Kingdom of Christ was not of this world. They are Christs own words. and among those, this was one particular of great moment, that we did then but hint out unto you in a word or two, That the Kingdom of christ was not of this world. They Are Christ own words. cc p-acp d, d vbds pi j pp-f j n1, cst pns12 vdd av p-acp n1 av p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 cc crd, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds xx pp-f d n1. pns32 vbr npg1 d n2. (16) sermon (DIV2) 242 Page 134
2375 Now because it is a consideration of very great use, I would be loth the benefit of it should be lost: Now Because it is a consideration of very great use, I would be loath the benefit of it should be lost: av c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f av j n1, pns11 vmd vbi j dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmd vbi vvn: (16) sermon (DIV2) 242 Page 134
2376 therefore I have now pickt out that to speak to more largely, and to open the meaning of it unto you from this Scripture; Therefore I have now picked out that to speak to more largely, and to open the meaning of it unto you from this Scripture; av pns11 vhb av vvn av cst pc-acp vvi p-acp av-dc av-j, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 242 Page 134
2377 JOHN, 18. 36. Jesus answered and said, My Kingdom is not of this world. THE words are a part of the story of Christs arraignment before Pilat. JOHN, 18. 36. jesus answered and said, My Kingdom is not of this world. THE words Are a part of the story of Christ arraignment before Pilat. np1, crd crd np1 vvd cc vvd, po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. dt n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp zz. (16) sermon (DIV2) 242 Page 134
2378 Behold here the King of Heaven and Earth stands arraigned at the Barr of a wicked man. Behold Here the King of Heaven and Earth Stands arraigned At the Bar of a wicked man. vvb av dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 243 Page 134
2379 In this Arraignment we find a special Charge which his Adversaries bring against Him, which was this: In this Arraignment we find a special Charge which his Adversaries bring against Him, which was this: p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb dt j n1 r-crq po31 n2 vvi p-acp pno31, r-crq vbds d: (16) sermon (DIV2) 243 Page 134
2380 THAT HE MADE HIMSELF THE KING OF THE JEWS. He was an enemy to Government. THAT HE MADE HIMSELF THE KING OF THE JEWS. He was an enemy to Government. cst pns31 vvd px31 dt n1 pp-f dt np2. pns31 vbds dt n1 p-acp n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 243 Page 134
2381 The usual charge that the world hath had against the Saints, that they are enemies to Government. The usual charge that the world hath had against the Saints, that they Are enemies to Government. dt j n1 cst dt n1 vhz vhn p-acp dt n2, cst pns32 vbr n2 p-acp n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 243 Page 135
2382 They fare no worse here than Christ did. They fare no Worse Here than christ did. pns32 vvb dx av-jc av cs np1 vdd. (16) sermon (DIV2) 243 Page 135
2383 Pilat requires of him to answer to the Charge, (whether it were so or no, that He hath made Himself a King.) Now you shall find in the answer of Christ, He doth not deny the thing, Pilat requires of him to answer to the Charge, (whither it were so or no, that He hath made Himself a King.) Now you shall find in the answer of christ, He does not deny the thing, zz vvz pp-f pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (cs pn31 vbdr av cc uh-dx, cst pns31 vhz vvn px31 dt n1.) av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 244 Page 135
2384 but implicitly grants it, neither doth he answer him fully to his mind, but saith, My Kingdom is not of this world. but implicitly grants it, neither does he answer him Fully to his mind, but Says, My Kingdom is not of this world. cc-acp av-j vvz pn31, av-dx vdz pns31 vvi pno31 av-j p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp vvz, po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 244 Page 135
2385 My Kingdom ] As if he should say, I acknowledg that I have a Kingdom, My Kingdom ] As if he should say, I acknowledge that I have a Kingdom, po11 n1 ] c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, pns11 vvb cst pns11 vhb dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 245 Page 135
2386 as mean and low as I am brought now, though I stand here before you as a despised man, a Carpenters son, as mean and low as I am brought now, though I stand Here before you as a despised man, a Carpenters son, c-acp j cc av-j c-acp pns11 vbm vvn av, cs pns11 vvb av p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, dt n2 n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 245 Page 135
2387 yet I confess I have a Kingdom, but it is not of this world. yet I confess I have a Kingdom, but it is not of this world. av pns11 vvb pns11 vhb dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 245 Page 135
2388 Not of this world ] He doth not say, not IN this world, but saith, it is not OF this world, it is not a worldly Kingdom. Not of this world ] He does not say, not IN this world, but Says, it is not OF this world, it is not a worldly Kingdom. xx pp-f d n1 ] pns31 vdz xx vvi, xx p-acp d n1, p-acp vvz, pn31 vbz xx pp-f d n1, pn31 vbz xx dt j n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 246 Page 135
2389 We have in the words these two things. First, That Christ hath a Kingdom. Secondly, What kind of Kingdom Christs is, Not of this world. We have in the words these two things. First, That christ hath a Kingdom. Secondly, What kind of Kingdom Christ is, Not of this world. pns12 vhb p-acp dt n2 d crd n2. ord, cst np1 vhz dt n1. ord, q-crq n1 pp-f n1 npg1 vbz, xx pp-f d n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 246 Page 135
2390 I shall not here speak much unto the former, and so to handle the common place of Christs Kingly Office, I shall not Here speak much unto the former, and so to handle the Common place of Christ Kingly Office, pns11 vmb xx av vvi av-d p-acp dt j, cc av pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 249 Page 135
2391 but only hint it to you as it makes way to the latter, there we shall stay a while. but only hint it to you as it makes Way to the latter, there we shall stay a while. cc-acp av-j n1 pn31 p-acp pn22 c-acp pn31 vvz n1 p-acp dt d, a-acp pns12 vmb vvi dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 249 Page 135
2392 Christ he hath a Kingdom, He is anointed by the Father to be King, as well as Priest, and Prophet of His Church: christ he hath a Kingdom, He is anointed by the Father to be King, as well as Priest, and Prophet of His Church: np1 pns31 vhz dt n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi n1, c-acp av c-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 250 Page 135
2393 Psal. 45. 6. Thy Throne O God, is for ever and ever, the Scepter of thy Kingdom is a right Scepter: Psalm 45. 6. Thy Throne Oh God, is for ever and ever, the Sceptre of thy Kingdom is a right Sceptre: np1 crd crd po21 n1 uh np1, vbz p-acp av cc av, dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 vbz dt j-jn n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 250 Page 135
2394 (that Psalm is a Prophesie of Christ:) And in the 19. of Revel. 16. Christ is there called, The King of Kings, and Lord of Lords; (that Psalm is a Prophesy of christ:) And in the 19. of Revel. 16. christ is there called, The King of Kings, and Lord of lords; (cst n1 vbz dt vvb pp-f np1:) cc p-acp dt crd pp-f vvb. crd np1 vbz a-acp vvn, dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 250 Page 135
2395 Christ God-man, is the King of Heaven and Earth, Christ God-man, is the King of Angels and over all the World; christ God-man, is the King of Heaven and Earth, christ God-man, is the King of Angels and over all the World; np1 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, np1 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 cc p-acp d dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 250 Page 135
2396 and we must know Christ as a King, and act our faith upon him as a King or else we know Him not aright, we have not the true work of faith except (I say) our faith act upon Him as a King as well as a Savior: and we must know christ as a King, and act our faith upon him as a King or Else we know Him not aright, we have not the true work of faith except (I say) our faith act upon Him as a King as well as a Saviour: cc pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc av pns12 vvb pno31 xx av, pns12 vhb xx dt j n1 pp-f n1 c-acp (pns11 vvb) po12 n1 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 250 Page 135
2397 In Acts, 2. 36. God hath made Him (saith the text) both Lord and Christ: Mark, He it not only Christ, but Lord and Christ; though it is true, that in the word Christ all His Offices are implyed, which signifies, anointed to them all; In Acts, 2. 36. God hath made Him (Says the text) both Lord and christ: Mark, He it not only christ, but Lord and christ; though it is true, that in the word christ all His Offices Are employed, which signifies, anointed to them all; p-acp n2, crd crd np1 vhz vvn pno31 (vvz dt n1) d n1 cc np1: vvb, pns31 pn31 xx av-j np1, p-acp n1 cc np1; cs pn31 vbz j, cst p-acp dt n1 np1 d po31 n2 vbr vvn, r-crq vvz, vvn p-acp pno32 d; (16) sermon (DIV2) 250 Page 135
2398 but yet this is expressed by its self, Lord and Christ, for indeed properly He is Christ unto His Church; but yet this is expressed by its self, Lord and christ, for indeed properly He is christ unto His Church; cc-acp av d vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, n1 cc np1, p-acp av av-j pns31 vbz np1 p-acp po31 n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 250 Page 135
2399 but He is also Lord over all the World in some sense. but He is also Lord over all the World in Some sense. p-acp pns31 vbz av n1 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 250 Page 136
2400 But then you will say, How doth He say, that His Kingdom is not of this world, But then you will say, How does He say, that His Kingdom is not of this world, cc-acp cs pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vdz pns31 vvi, cst po31 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 251 Page 136
2401 if He he Lord over all the world? if He he Lord over all the world? cs pns31 pno31 n1 p-acp d dt n1? (16) sermon (DIV2) 251 Page 136
2402 Now that I might come to that point that I have chosen the text for, we are to know that Christ hath a double Kingdom. Now that I might come to that point that I have chosen the text for, we Are to know that christ hath a double Kingdom. av cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi cst np1 vhz dt j-jn n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 252 Page 136
2403 First, Together with the Father He hath a Providential Kingdom (as I may so say for distinction sake.) First, Together with the Father He hath a Providential Kingdom (as I may so say for distinction sake.) ord, av p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhz dt np1 n1 (c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp n1 n1.) (16) sermon (DIV2) 253 Page 136
2404 Secondly, He hath a Mediatory Kingdom (as Divines call it.) Secondly, He hath a Mediatory Kingdom (as Divines call it.) ord, pns31 vhz dt j n1 (p-acp n2-jn vvb pn31.) (16) sermon (DIV2) 254 Page 136
2405 First, A Providential Kingdom together with the Father whereby He mannages all the affairs of the world. (I say) God-man, the second Person in Trinity doth mannage all the affairs of the world, His Scepter ruleth over all: First, A Providential Kingdom together with the Father whereby He manages all the affairs of the world. (I say) God-man, the second Person in Trinity does manage all the affairs of the world, His Sceptre Ruleth over all: ord, dt np1 n1 av p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (pns11 vvb) n1, dt ord n1 p-acp np1 vdz vvi d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, po31 n1 vvz p-acp d: (16) sermon (DIV2) 255 Page 136
2406 as God did make all things by Christ, so He doth govern all things by Him; as God did make all things by christ, so He does govern all things by Him; c-acp np1 vdd vvi d n2 p-acp np1, av pns31 vdz vvi d n2 p-acp pno31; (16) sermon (DIV2) 255 Page 136
2407 if God had not deputed the second Person in Trinity God man the Mediator to have been the Governor of all things, the holiness and justice of God according to the Covenant of works by which he had to deal with man would have destroyed the world upon mans sin; if God had not deputed the second Person in Trinity God man the Mediator to have been the Governor of all things, the holiness and Justice of God according to the Covenant of works by which he had to deal with man would have destroyed the world upon men since; cs np1 vhd xx vvn dt ord n1 p-acp np1 np1 n1 dt n1 pc-acp vhi vbn dt n1 pp-f d n2, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 vmd vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 255 Page 136
2408 had not the ordering and governing of the world been put into the hand of the second Person in Trinity God-man the Mediator, had not the ordering and governing of the world been put into the hand of the second Person in Trinity God-man the Mediator, vhd xx dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1 vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp np1 n1 dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 255 Page 136
2409 for though he was not manifested in the flesh, He had not actually taken our humane Nature upon Him, for though he was not manifested in the Flesh, He had not actually taken our humane Nature upon Him, c-acp cs pns31 vbds xx vvn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhd xx av-j vvn po12 j n1 p-acp pno31, (16) sermon (DIV2) 255 Page 136
2410 yet He was look'd upon as God-man with the Father even before the foundation of the world was laid, yet He was looked upon as God-man with the Father even before the Foundation of the world was laid, av pns31 vbds vvn p-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn, (16) sermon (DIV2) 255 Page 136
2411 and so all things were committed to Him; and so all things were committed to Him; cc av d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31; (16) sermon (DIV2) 255 Page 136
2412 And hence the world notwithstanding the sin that hath been in it hath been preserved so as it hath been to this day; And hence the world notwithstanding the since that hath been in it hath been preserved so as it hath been to this day; cc av dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vhz vbn p-acp pn31 vhz vbn vvn av c-acp pn31 vhz vbn p-acp d n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 255 Page 136
2413 Christ therefore hath a Providential Kingdom together with the Father, and so he is King, not over the Churches only, the King of the Saints, christ Therefore hath a Providential Kingdom together with the Father, and so he is King, not over the Churches only, the King of the Saints, np1 av vhz dt np1 n1 av p-acp dt n1, cc av pns31 vbz n1, xx p-acp dt n2 av-j, dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (16) sermon (DIV2) 255 Page 136
2414 but He is over all the Heathen, over all the world, from the rising of the Sun to the setting thereof: but He is over all the Heathen, over all the world, from the rising of the Sun to the setting thereof: cc-acp pns31 vbz p-acp d dt j-jn, p-acp d dt n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg av: (16) sermon (DIV2) 255 Page 136
2415 And the Civil Magistrate (as I may so say) is the Deputy of Christ in this his Providential Kingdom, Gods Vicegerent upon Earth, all Magistrates whatsoever are Officers subordinate under Him. And the Civil Magistrate (as I may so say) is the Deputy of christ in this his Providential Kingdom, God's Vicegerent upon Earth, all Magistrates whatsoever Are Officers subordinate under Him. cc dt j n1 (c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi) vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d po31 np1 n1, ng1 n1 p-acp n1, d n2 r-crq vbr n2 j p-acp pno31. (16) sermon (DIV2) 255 Page 136
2416 But now, there's another Kingdom of Christ that this Scripture speaks of, My Kingdom is not of this world. But now, there's Another Kingdom of christ that this Scripture speaks of, My Kingdom is not of this world. p-acp av, pc-acp|vbz j-jn n1 pp-f np1 cst d n1 vvz pp-f, po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 256 Page 136
2417 That is, the Kingdom of the Mediator (as Divines calls it,) that more properly concerns His Church in the execution of His Mediatory Office: That is, the Kingdom of the Mediator (as Divines calls it,) that more properly concerns His Church in the execution of His Mediatory Office: cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (p-acp n2-jn vvz pn31,) d av-dc av-j vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 256 Page 137
2418 Now this Kingdom of Christ it was ever since there was a Church, but it was very dark under clouds and curtains, the glory of it was little till the second Person came to be manifested in the flesh, Now this Kingdom of christ it was ever since there was a Church, but it was very dark under Clouds and curtains, the glory of it was little till the second Person Come to be manifested in the Flesh, av d n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vbds av c-acp pc-acp vbds dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vbds av j p-acp n2 cc n2, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbds j c-acp dt ord n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 256 Page 137
2419 then indeed this Mediatory Kingdom of Christ came to be revealed abundantly, more cleerly than before, then indeed this Mediatory Kingdom of christ Come to be revealed abundantly, more clearly than before, av av d j n1 pp-f np1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn av-j, av-dc av-j cs a-acp, (16) sermon (DIV2) 256 Page 137
2420 and Christ exercised it more fully; and christ exercised it more Fully; cc np1 vvd pn31 av-dc av-j; (16) sermon (DIV2) 256 Page 137
2421 this is that which the Scripture so often in the Gospel cals the Kingdom of Heaven. this is that which the Scripture so often in the Gospel calls the Kingdom of Heaven. d vbz d r-crq dt n1 av av p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 256 Page 137
2422 Repent for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand: 'tis not of this world, but it's cal'd the Kingdom of Heaven; repent for the Kingdom of Heaven is At hand: it's not of this world, but it's called the Kingdom of Heaven; vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp n1: pn31|vbz xx pp-f d n1, cc-acp pn31|vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 256 Page 137
2423 the Mediatory Kingdom of Christ is not of this world; there's a great deal of difference between a worldly kingdom and this Kingdom of Christ. the Mediatory Kingdom of christ is not of this world; there's a great deal of difference between a worldly Kingdom and this Kingdom of christ. dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1; pc-acp|vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc d n1 pp-f np1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 256 Page 137
2424 And that's the subject that I am now to open to you, How Christs Kingdom is not of this world, the vast difference between worldly kingdoms and Christs Kingdom, which you will find to be a point of very great use. And that's the Subject that I am now to open to you, How Christ Kingdom is not of this world, the vast difference between worldly kingdoms and Christ Kingdom, which you will find to be a point of very great use. cc d|vbz dt j-jn cst pns11 vbm av pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, c-crq npg1 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, dt j n1 p-acp j n2 cc npg1 n1, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f av j n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 256 Page 137
2425 First, Christs Kingdom hath not that pomp and glory, that bravery and galantry that the Kingdoms of the world have; First, Christ Kingdom hath not that pomp and glory, that bravery and gallantry that the Kingdoms of the world have; ord, npg1 n1 vhz xx d n1 cc n1, cst n1 cc n1 cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb; (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 137
2426 you know in the Kingdoms of the world there's a great deal of outward pomp and glory; you know in the Kingdoms of the world there's a great deal of outward pomp and glory; pn22 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp|vbz dt j n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 137
2427 Bernice and Agrippa, they came in great pomp (the text saith;) the Kings of the earth have glorious attendance. Bernice and Agrippa, they Come in great pomp (the text Says;) the Kings of the earth have glorious attendance. np1 cc np1, pns32 vvd p-acp j n1 (dt n1 vvz;) dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb j n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 137
2428 Christ hath no such thing, His attendance was a few poor Fisher-men: Kings have great Courts, and crouded with Courtiers: christ hath not such thing, His attendance was a few poor Fishermen: Kings have great Courts, and crowded with Courtiers: np1 vhz xx d n1, po31 n1 vbds dt d j n2: n2 vhb j n2, cc vvn p-acp n2: (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 137
2429 His Court was but small, only a few of such kind of men, mean and contemptible, taken from the hedges, His Court was but small, only a few of such kind of men, mean and contemptible, taken from the hedges, po31 n1 vbds cc-acp j, av-j dt d pp-f d n1 pp-f n2, vvb cc j, vvn p-acp dt n2, (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 137
2430 and out of the high waies: They have sumptuous Pallaces: Christ had not a place to hide His head here in this world; and out of the high ways: They have sumptuous Palaces: christ had not a place to hide His head Here in this world; cc av pp-f dt j n2: pns32 vhb j n2: np1 vhd xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av p-acp d n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 137
2431 He saith himself, that the Foxes have holes, and the Birds of the air have nests, He Says himself, that the Foxes have holes, and the Birds of the air have nests, pns31 vvz px31, cst dt n2 vhb n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb n2, (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 137
2432 but the Son of Man hath not wherewithal to hide His head, and yet a great King for all that: but the Son of Man hath not wherewithal to hide His head, and yet a great King for all that: cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc av dt j n1 p-acp d cst: (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 137
2433 Surely it was not of this world. Surely it was not of this world. av-j pn31 vbds xx pp-f d n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 137
2434 The Kings of the earth have all kind of delicates that this world can afford, they carry things in great state: The Kings of the earth have all kind of delicates that this world can afford, they carry things in great state: dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb d n1 pp-f n2-j cst d n1 vmb vvi, pns32 vvb n2 p-acp j n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 137
2435 It was not so with Christ, Zech. 9. 9. Rejoyce greatly, Oh Daughter of Zion, shout Oh Daughter of Jerusalem; It was not so with christ, Zechariah 9. 9. Rejoice greatly, O Daughter of Zion, shout O Daughter of Jerusalem; pn31 vbds xx av p-acp np1, np1 crd crd vvb av-j, uh n1 pp-f np1, vvb uh n1 pp-f np1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 137
2436 behold thy King cometh unto thee, He is just, and having salvation, lowly, and riding upon an Ass, behold thy King comes unto thee, He is just, and having salvation, lowly, and riding upon an Ass, vvb po21 n1 vvz p-acp pno21, pns31 vbz j, cc vhg n1, j, cc vvg p-acp dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 137
2437 and upon a Colt, the foal of an Ass. He comes lowly and mean, the way of Christ in this His kindom is a way of humility and outward meanness and lowliness, it is a way of outward contempt, scorn and dirision, this is the way of the kingdom of Christ, by poverty, and upon a Colt, the foal of an Ass He comes lowly and mean, the Way of christ in this His Kingdom is a Way of humility and outward meanness and lowliness, it is a Way of outward contempt, scorn and derision, this is the Way of the Kingdom of christ, by poverty, cc p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvz j cc j, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d po31 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1 cc n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, n1 cc n1, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 138
2438 and lowliness He would overcome the world, not by bravery and magnificence, nor by great pomp and glory, He doth not dazle the eyes of men by such means; and lowliness He would overcome the world, not by bravery and magnificence, nor by great pomp and glory, He does not dazzle the eyes of men by such means; cc n1 pns31 vmd vvi dt n1, xx p-acp n1 cc n1, ccx p-acp j n1 cc n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d n2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 138
2439 but His glory consists in self-denial, in emptying of Himself, in becoming poor; & therfore His Kingdom is not of this world. but His glory consists in self-denial, in emptying of Himself, in becoming poor; & Therefore His Kingdom is not of this world. cc-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pp-f px31, p-acp vvg j; cc av po31 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 138
2440 Luke, 17. 20. The Kingdom of God (saith the text there) comes not with observation: that's the word: Lycia, 17. 20. The Kingdom of God (Says the text there) comes not with observation: that's the word: av, crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 (vvz dt n1 a-acp) vvz xx p-acp n1: cst|vbz dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 138
2441 the meaning of it is this: It is not a thing that by any outward pompous Ceremonies can be observed. the meaning of it is this: It is not a thing that by any outward pompous Ceremonies can be observed. dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz d: pn31 vbz xx dt n1 cst p-acp d j j n2 vmb vbi vvn. (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 138
2442 Now Kings when they go from one place to another, by their attendance, and by a great many ceremonies that are used for the setting out of their pomp and glory, they are taken notice of and observed; Now Kings when they go from one place to Another, by their attendance, and by a great many ceremonies that Are used for the setting out of their pomp and glory, they Are taken notice of and observed; av n2 c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp dt j d n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, pns32 vbr vvn n1 pp-f cc vvn; (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 138
2443 you may know the King comes here, say the people, when they see such things. you may know the King comes Here, say the people, when they see such things. pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 vvz av, vvb dt n1, c-crq pns32 vvb d n2. (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 138
2444 But saith the text there, The Kingdom of God comes not by observation; there's no such outward pomp and glory, there's nothing but outward meaness and baseness to the eye of the flesh, in the Kingdom of Jesus Christ. But Says the text there, The Kingdom of God comes not by observation; there's no such outward pomp and glory, there's nothing but outward meaness and baseness to the eye of the Flesh, in the Kingdom of jesus christ. p-acp vvz dt n1 a-acp, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz xx p-acp n1; pc-acp|vbz dx d j n1 cc n1, pc-acp|vbz pix cc-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 138
2445 He that is in Himself the most glorious King, and from whom all other Kings have their power, He that is in Himself the most glorious King, and from whom all other Kings have their power, pns31 cst vbz p-acp px31 dt ds j n1, cc p-acp ro-crq d j-jn n2 vhb po32 n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 138
2446 yet He hath a Kingdom that is not of this world, that hath nothing but meaness, poverty, yet He hath a Kingdom that is not of this world, that hath nothing but meaness, poverty, av pns31 vhz dt n1 cst vbz xx pp-f d n1, cst vhz pix p-acp n1, n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 138
2447 and lowliness that doth appear in it to the eyes of men. Secondly, The Kingdom of Christ is not of this world, in regard of His Subjects. and lowliness that does appear in it to the eyes of men. Secondly, The Kingdom of christ is not of this world, in regard of His Subject's. cc n1 cst vdz vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2-jn. (16) sermon (DIV2) 257 Page 138
2448 Look what subjects Christ hath, they are such as are not of this world: Look what subject's christ hath, they Are such as Are not of this world: vvb r-crq n2-jn np1 vhz, pns32 vbr d c-acp vbr xx pp-f d n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 258 Page 138
2449 So Christ tels His Disciples, as you may find in the 17. of John, I am not of the world: So christ tells His Disciples, as you may find in the 17. of John, I am not of the world: av np1 vvz po31 n2, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt crd pp-f np1, pns11 vbm xx pp-f dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 258 Page 138
2450 and you are not of the world. and you Are not of the world. cc pn22 vbr xx pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 258 Page 138
2451 Kings, they have for their subjects, Nobles, Peers, and great Personages, especially those that are near about them: Kings, they have for their subject's, Nobles, Peers, and great Personages, especially those that Are near about them: n2, pns32 vhb p-acp po32 n2-jn, n2-j, n2, cc j n2, av-j d cst vbr av-j p-acp pno32: (16) sermon (DIV2) 258 Page 138
2452 but now the subjects that Christ hath for His Kingdom (for the generality of them) they are of the poor, mean, base, but now the subject's that christ hath for His Kingdom (for the generality of them) they Are of the poor, mean, base, cc-acp av dt n2-jn cst np1 vhz p-acp po31 n1 (c-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32) pns32 vbr pp-f dt j, j, j, (16) sermon (DIV2) 258 Page 138
2453 & contemptible men of the world, such as are look'd upon, as the off-scouring of all things, these are His subjects: & contemptible men of the world, such as Are looked upon, as the offscouring of all things, these Are His subject's: cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp, c-acp dt j pp-f d n2, d vbr po31 n2-jn: (16) sermon (DIV2) 258 Page 138
2454 as in the second of James, 5. verse, Hearken my beloved brethren: Hath not God chosen the poor of this world, rich in faith, as in the second of James, 5. verse, Harken my Beloved brothers: Hath not God chosen the poor of this world, rich in faith, c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, crd n1, vvb po11 j-vvn n2: vhz xx np1 vvn dt j pp-f d n1, j p-acp n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 258 Page 138
2455 and heirs of the Kingdom? The poor of this world, rich in faith, and heirs of the Kingdom: and Heirs of the Kingdom? The poor of this world, rich in faith, and Heirs of the Kingdom: cc n2 pp-f dt n1? dt j pp-f d n1, j p-acp n1, cc n2 pp-f dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 258 Page 138
2456 they are the great hears, even the poor of this world. they Are the great hears, even the poor of this world. pns32 vbr dt j vvz, av dt j pp-f d n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 258 Page 138
2457 You know what an offence it was unto the Jews, say they, Do any of the Rulers beleeve in him? but this multitude, which is accursed. You know what an offence it was unto the jews, say they, Do any of the Rulers believe in him? but this multitude, which is accursed. pn22 vvb r-crq dt n1 pn31 vbds p-acp dt np2, vvb pns32, vdb d pp-f dt n2 vvb p-acp pno31? cc-acp d n1, r-crq vbz vvn. (16) sermon (DIV2) 258 Page 138
2458 A company of poor women, illiterat people they flock after Jesus Christ. The subjects of Christ are men chosen out of this world, he himself appeared not with the glory of the world. A company of poor women, illiterate people they flock After jesus christ. The subject's of christ Are men chosen out of this world, he himself appeared not with the glory of the world. dt n1 pp-f j n2, j n1 pns32 vvb p-acp np1 np1. dt n2-jn pp-f np1 vbr n2 vvn av pp-f d n1, pns31 px31 vvd xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 258 Page 139
2459 And secondly, His subjects are men chosen out of the world. Thirdly, The Kingdom of Christ is not of this world; And secondly, His subject's Are men chosen out of the world. Thirdly, The Kingdom of christ is not of this world; cc ord, po31 n2-jn vbr n2 vvn av pp-f dt n1. ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 258 Page 139
2460 that is, the rule that Christ hath in His subjects, and over these His subjects in this His Kingdom it is not of this world, the rule it is spiritual, It is principally upon the hearts, the wills, the consciences of those that are His subjects, every subject of Christ hath his will and heart subdued to Jesus Christ. that is, the Rule that christ hath in His subject's, and over these His subject's in this His Kingdom it is not of this world, the Rule it is spiritual, It is principally upon the hearts, the wills, the Consciences of those that Are His subject's, every Subject of christ hath his will and heart subdued to jesus christ. cst vbz, dt n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp po31 n2-jn, cc p-acp d po31 n2-jn p-acp d po31 n1 pn31 vbz xx pp-f d n1, dt n1 pn31 vbz j, pn31 vbz av-j p-acp dt n2, dt n2, dt n2 pp-f d cst vbr po31 n2-jn, d n-jn pp-f np1 vhz po31 n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp np1 np1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 259 Page 139
2461 It is not so in this world, men may be subject to the Kings of this world meerly by constraint because they dare not do otherwise, many Kings in this world have subjects whose hearts are not with them, who love them not, the Kings of this world they rule only the outward man ▪ But Christs Kingdom is another kind of Kingdom, He rules in the hearts of men, there is His Throne, in the wills, in the affections of men, in the consciences of men, Christ swaies His Scepter in mens souls: It is not so in this world, men may be Subject to the Kings of this world merely by constraint Because they Dare not do otherwise, many Kings in this world have subject's whose hearts Are not with them, who love them not, the Kings of this world they Rule only the outward man ▪ But Christ Kingdom is Another kind of Kingdom, He rules in the hearts of men, there is His Throne, in the wills, in the affections of men, in the Consciences of men, christ sways His Sceptre in men's Souls: pn31 vbz xx av p-acp d n1, n2 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 av-j p-acp n1 c-acp pns32 vvb xx vdi av, d n2 p-acp d n1 vhb n2-jn rg-crq n2 vbr xx p-acp pno32, r-crq vvb pno32 xx, dt n2 pp-f d n1 pns32 vvb av-j dt j n1 ▪ cc-acp npg1 n1 vbz j-jn n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vbz po31 n1, p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp ng2 n2: (16) sermon (DIV2) 259 Page 139
2462 men by conquest they subdue subjects to themselves; men by conquest they subdue subject's to themselves; n2 p-acp n1 pns32 vvb n2-jn p-acp px32; (16) sermon (DIV2) 259 Page 139
2463 Christ he subdues too in a way of conquest, but he doth not subdue the outward man so much as the inward man, the will is subdued to Christ, He swaies His Scepter in their hearts: christ he subdues too in a Way of conquest, but he does not subdue the outward man so much as the inward man, the will is subdued to christ, He sways His Sceptre in their hearts: np1 pns31 vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi dt j n1 av av-d c-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2: (16) sermon (DIV2) 259 Page 139
2464 this is a great mystery of godliness, the swaying of the Scepter of Jesus Christ in the hearts of the Saints; this is a great mystery of godliness, the swaying of the Sceptre of jesus christ in the hearts of the Saints; d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 259 Page 139
2465 and therefore the Scripture tels us, That the Kingdom of God is within us, it is an inward Kingdom. and Therefore the Scripture tells us, That the Kingdom of God is within us, it is an inward Kingdom. cc av dt n1 vvz pno12, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp pno12, pn31 vbz dt j n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 259 Page 139
2466 That's the third thing wherein the difference between Christs Kingdom and the Kingdoms of the world consists. That's the third thing wherein the difference between Christ Kingdom and the Kingdoms of the world consists. d|vbz dt ord n1 c-crq dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvz. (16) sermon (DIV2) 259 Page 139
2467 Fourthly, The Laws of Christ are Spiritual. Fourthly, The Laws of christ Are Spiritual. ord, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j. (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 139
2468 Observe the difference between the Laws of Christ in the government of His Church, and the Laws that are for the government of the world, it will be of very great use for you to know: Observe the difference between the Laws of christ in the government of His Church, and the Laws that Are for the government of the world, it will be of very great use for you to know: vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi pp-f av j n1 p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi: (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 139
2469 The Lord in His Providential Kingdom appointing Magistrates to govern here in the world in His room, He leaves them to make Laws according to the general rules of prudence and justice, such Laws are sufficient for the governing of the outward man, The Lord in His Providential Kingdom appointing Magistrates to govern Here in the world in His room, He leaves them to make Laws according to the general rules of prudence and Justice, such Laws Are sufficient for the governing of the outward man, dt n1 p-acp po31 np1 n1 vvg n2 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f n1 cc n1, d n2 vbr j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 139
2470 and for the attaining to a Civil end for which their government is appointed; and for the attaining to a Civil end for which their government is appointed; cc p-acp dt vvg p-acp dt j n1 p-acp r-crq po32 n1 vbz vvn; (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 139
2471 But now Jesus Christ in His Mediatory Kingdom, in His Church He makes all the Laws Himself, He doth not leave it unto the Church to make new Laws, according to the rules of their own prudence, what they conceive to be fit in way of prudence, no, But now jesus christ in His Mediatory Kingdom, in His Church He makes all the Laws Himself, He does not leave it unto the Church to make new Laws, according to the rules of their own prudence, what they conceive to be fit in Way of prudence, no, cc-acp av np1 np1 p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvz d dt n2 px31, pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi j n2, vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 d n1, r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, uh-dx, (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2472 but they must fetch the Laws out of His Word, and impose none but the same Laws that are in His Word, they must have a Scriptum est, it is written, here are these and these texts of Scripture for what is enjoyned, nothing must be added unto what He hath in His Word revealed, only there are Divine Laws for the government of His Church: but they must fetch the Laws out of His Word, and impose none but the same Laws that Are in His Word, they must have a Scriptum est, it is written, Here Are these and these texts of Scripture for what is enjoined, nothing must be added unto what He hath in His Word revealed, only there Are Divine Laws for the government of His Church: cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt n2 av pp-f po31 n1, cc vvb pix cc-acp dt d n2 cst vbr p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vmb vhi dt np1 fw-la, pn31 vbz vvn, av vbr d cc d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq vbz vvn, pix vmb vbi vvn p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz p-acp po31 n1 vvn, av-j pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2473 now 'tis true, that the Church because they are a society of men, they have some things natural, now it's true, that the Church Because they Are a society of men, they have Some things natural, av pn31|vbz j, cst dt n1 c-acp pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f n2, pns32 vhb d n2 j, (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2474 and some things civil among them, so far as they have need of natural and civil helps, and Some things civil among them, so Far as they have need of natural and civil helps, cc d n2 j p-acp pno32, av av-j c-acp pns32 vhb n1 pp-f j cc j n2, (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2475 so far there may be Laws made according to rules of prudence and justice, and Magistrates may come in to be helpful to the Church, so Far there may be Laws made according to rules of prudence and Justice, and Magistrates may come in to be helpful to the Church, av av-j a-acp vmb vbi n2 vvn vvg p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2476 so far as they have need here of natural and civil helps as a society of men; so Far as they have need Here of natural and civil helps as a society of men; av av-j c-acp pns32 vhb n1 av pp-f j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2477 But now to speak properly to that which belongs to them meerly as they are the Church of Christ, besides that that they have need of as they are men, But now to speak properly to that which belongs to them merely as they Are the Church of christ, beside that that they have need of as they Are men, cc-acp av pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno32 av-j c-acp pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d cst pns32 vhb n1 pp-f p-acp pns32 vbr n2, (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2478 and natural and civil societies, (I say) what belongs to them, meerly considered as a Church of Christ, they are to be governed only by the Laws of Jesus Christ who is the only Law-giver, only by the Laws of the Word; and natural and civil societies, (I say) what belongs to them, merely considered as a Church of christ, they Are to be governed only by the Laws of jesus christ who is the only Lawgiver, only by the Laws of the Word; cc j cc j n2, (pns11 vvb) r-crq vvz p-acp pno32, av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1 r-crq vbz dt j n1, av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2479 and there is not that liberty of making new Laws in the Church as there is of making new Laws in the Common-wealth and State; and there is not that liberty of making new Laws in the Church as there is of making new Laws in the Commonwealth and State; cc pc-acp vbz xx d n1 pp-f vvg j n2 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vbz pp-f vvg j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2480 and that's a great difference between the Kingdom of Christ and the Kingdoms of this world. That's a fourth; and that's a great difference between the Kingdom of christ and the Kingdoms of this world. That's a fourth; cc d|vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n2 pp-f d n1. d|vbz dt ord; (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2481 The Laws are different. The Laws are different, not only that they are by Divine revelation in the one, The Laws Are different. The Laws Are different, not only that they Are by Divine Revelation in the one, dt n2 vbr j. dt n2 vbr j, xx j cst pns32 vbr p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp dt pi, (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2482 and left to humane prudence in the other: and left to humane prudence in the other: cc vvd p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n-jn: (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2483 But 2ly in the one the Laws bind conscience, in the other they do not, they do not bind conscience any further than the nature of the thing that is required binds, But 2ly in the one the Laws bind conscience, in the other they do not, they do not bind conscience any further than the nature of the thing that is required binds, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt crd dt n2 vvb n1, p-acp dt n-jn pns32 vdb xx, pns32 vdb xx vvi n1 d av-jc cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz vvn vvz, (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2484 except it be in case of scandal and contempt, so our Divines that have been the most orthodox have gone; except it be in case of scandal and contempt, so our Divines that have been the most orthodox have gone; c-acp pn31 vbb p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av po12 n2-jn cst vhb vbn dt av-ds n1 vhb vvn; (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2485 that the Laws of men in the State they bind not conscience, that is, if a man should not do the thing that is required, he should in conscience be bound over to eternal death for not doing it, this is a very hard bondage, a cruel yoke: that the Laws of men in the State they bind not conscience, that is, if a man should not do the thing that is required, he should in conscience be bound over to Eternal death for not doing it, this is a very hard bondage, a cruel yoke: cst dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb xx n1, cst vbz, cs dt n1 vmd xx vdi dt n1 cst vbz vvn, pns31 vmd p-acp n1 vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j n1 p-acp xx vdg pn31, d vbz dt av j n1, dt j n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2486 but thus, if the thing that is required be right and just, then the nature of the thing may bind conscience, but thus, if the thing that is required be right and just, then the nature of the thing may bind conscience, cc-acp av, cs dt n1 cst vbz vvn vbb j-jn cc j, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2487 for then there comes in a Law of God, if the thing be just and right that is required: for then there comes in a Law of God, if the thing be just and right that is required: c-acp cs a-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs dt n1 vbb j cc av-jn cst vbz vvn: (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 140
2488 or however, if I know nothing to the contrary but it may be just and right, I must not break the Laws of man so as to give scandal, or however, if I know nothing to the contrary but it may be just and right, I must not break the Laws of man so as to give scandal, cc a-acp, cs pns11 vvb pix p-acp dt j-jn p-acp pn31 vmb vbi j cc av-jn, pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 av c-acp pc-acp vvi n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 141
2489 or in a way of contempt; or in a Way of contempt; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 141
2490 but if it be privatly, so as it be no scandal, nor no contempt, and the nature of the thing bind me not, but if it be privately, so as it be no scandal, nor no contempt, and the nature of the thing bind me not, cc-acp cs pn31 vbb av-j, av c-acp pn31 vbb dx n1, ccx dx n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb pno11 xx, (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 141
2491 then my conscience is not bound over as guilty of eternal death, if so be I do not every thing that man requires. then my conscience is not bound over as guilty of Eternal death, if so be I do not every thing that man requires. cs po11 n1 vbz xx vvn a-acp p-acp j pp-f j n1, cs av vbi pns11 vdb xx d n1 cst n1 vvz. (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 141
2492 But now the Laws of Christ they are such as bind conscience as they come from him, he is such a King that (I say) because they come from him and from his Will, But now the Laws of christ they Are such as bind conscience as they come from him, he is such a King that (I say) Because they come from him and from his Will, p-acp av dt n2 pp-f np1 pns32 vbr d c-acp vvi n1 c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz d dt n1 cst (pns11 vvb) c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pno31 cc p-acp po31 n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 141
2493 though we see no reason in the matter of the thing, though they have nothing in the nature of the thing but meerly the Will of Christ, it's enough to tye conscience, though we see no reason in the matter of the thing, though they have nothing in the nature of the thing but merely the Will of christ, it's enough to tie conscience, cs pns12 vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pns32 vhb pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31|vbz av-d pc-acp vvi n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 141
2494 and to bind us even upon pain of eternal death to obedience. Fiftly, Christs Kingdom is not of this world: and to bind us even upon pain of Eternal death to Obedience. Fifty, Christ Kingdom is not of this world: cc pc-acp vvi pno12 av p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp n1. ord, npg1 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 260 Page 141
2495 That homage that the Saints do unto Christ it is not worldly but spiritual, the Worship of Christ, That homage that the Saints do unto christ it is not worldly but spiritual, the Worship of christ, cst n1 cst dt n2 vdb p-acp np1 pn31 vbz xx j p-acp j, dt n1 pp-f np1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 141
2496 and the Ordinances of Christ they are not worldly but spiritual. and the Ordinances of christ they Are not worldly but spiritual. cc dt n2 pp-f np1 pns32 vbr xx j p-acp j. (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 141
2497 Now the Kings of this world they may appoint what kind of worship they please, that is, what Ceremonies they will, whereby their subject, should tender up their homage to them: Now the Kings of this world they may appoint what kind of worship they please, that is, what Ceremonies they will, whereby their Subject, should tender up their homage to them: av dt n2 pp-f d n1 pns32 vmb vvi r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vvb, cst vbz, q-crq n2 pns32 vmb, c-crq po32 j-jn, vmd vvi a-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno32: (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 141
2498 and now men have ventured to be so bold with Christ the King, because men may tender up their homage unto their earthly Kings by any waies invented of their own, and now men have ventured to be so bold with christ the King, Because men may tender up their homage unto their earthly Kings by any ways invented of their own, cc av n2 vhb vvn pc-acp vbi av j p-acp np1 dt n1, c-acp n2 vmb vvi a-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 j n2 p-acp d n2 vvn pp-f po32 d, (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 141
2499 therefore they have thought that they might presume to tender up their homage to Christ their spiritual King by any waies of invented worship; Therefore they have Thought that they might presume to tender up their homage to christ their spiritual King by any ways of invented worship; av pns32 vhb vvn cst pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1 po32 j n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f j-vvn n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 141
2500 and therein was a great error, they lookt upon the Kingdom of Christ only in a carnal way, and therein was a great error, they looked upon the Kingdom of christ only in a carnal Way, cc av vbds dt j n1, pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j p-acp dt j n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 141
2501 whereas the Kingdom of Christ is such as all our homage that we tender up to Him must be Spiritual, it must be Heavenly, it must be from Heaven, it must be from Christ Himself, it must be from some Institution and Appointment of Jesus Christ: whereas the Kingdom of christ is such as all our homage that we tender up to Him must be Spiritual, it must be Heavenly, it must be from Heaven, it must be from christ Himself, it must be from Some Institution and Appointment of jesus christ: cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz d p-acp d po12 n1 cst pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp pno31 vmb vbi j, pn31 vmb vbi j, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp np1 px31, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 141
2502 and the more the kingdom of Christ doth prevail, the more Spiritual shall that homage be that the subjects tender up to Him: and the more the Kingdom of christ does prevail, the more Spiritual shall that homage be that the subject's tender up to Him: cc dt av-dc dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi, dt av-dc j vmb d n1 vbb d dt n2-jn n1 a-acp p-acp pno31: (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 141
2503 & therefore you shall find that when the holy Ghost speaks of the Kingdom of Christ in the new Testament, with reference unto that which was then in the old Testament, He calls, & Therefore you shall find that when the holy Ghost speaks of the Kingdom of christ in the new Testament, with Referente unto that which was then in the old Testament, He calls, cc av pn22 vmb vvi cst c-crq dt j n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq vbds av p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz, (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 141
2504 even those waies of worship in the old Testament worldly, in comparison of the worship and homage that the Saints tender to Christ in the new Testament, even those ways of worship in the old Testament worldly, in comparison of the worship and homage that the Saints tender to christ in the new Testament, av d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 j, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cst dt n2 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 141
2505 as in Gal. 4. 3. Even so we, when we were children, were in bondage under the elements of the world. as in Gal. 4. 3. Even so we, when we were children, were in bondage under the elements of the world. c-acp p-acp np1 crd crd np1 av pns12, c-crq pns12 vbdr n2, vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2506 The ceremonies of the Law are call'd here the elements of the world, that we were in bondage to, The ceremonies of the Law Are called Here the elements of the world, that we were in bondage to, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pns12 vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp, (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2507 while we were children, for though we were subject to Christ then, yet we were but in our non-age; while we were children, for though we were Subject to christ then, yet we were but in our nonage; cs pns12 vbdr n2, c-acp cs pns12 vbdr j-jn p-acp np1 av, av pns12 vbdr cc-acp p-acp po12 n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2508 and indeed in comparison of what we are in the times of the Gospel we were slaves rather than subjects; we were then in bondage: and indeed in comparison of what we Are in the times of the Gospel we were slaves rather than subject's; we were then in bondage: cc av p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vbdr n2 av-c cs n2-jn; pns12 vbdr av p-acp n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2509 and then in Col. 2. 8. Beware lest any man spoil you through Phylosophy and vain deceit, and then in Col. 2. 8. Beware lest any man spoil you through Philosophy and vain deceit, cc av p-acp np1 crd crd vvb cs d n1 vvb pn22 p-acp n1 cc j n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2510 after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ. After the tradition of men, After the rudiments of the world, and not After christ. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc xx p-acp np1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2511 [ after the rudiments of the world ] These rudiments of the world they had some reference (as it appears in reading this Chapter) unto the ceremonies of the Law, [ After the rudiments of the world ] These rudiments of the world they had Some Referente (as it appears in reading this Chapter) unto the ceremonies of the Law, [ j-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 ] d n2 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vhd d n1 (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp vvg d n1) p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2512 and together with them there was mixture of mens own inventions, they were the rudiments of the world, not after Christ; and together with them there was mixture of men's own Inventions, they were the rudiments of the world, not After christ; cc av p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbds n1 pp-f ng2 d n2, pns32 vbdr dt n2 pp-f dt n1, xx p-acp np1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2513 you do not acknowledge Christ to be a King when you worship him in a worldly way, you do not acknowledge christ to be a King when you worship him in a worldly Way, pn22 vdb xx vvi np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 c-crq pn22 vvb pno31 p-acp dt j n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2514 after the rudiments of the world; After the rudiments of the world; p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2515 As now for instance, because men were wont to honor the Presence Chamber where the King sits, As now for instance, Because men were wont to honour the Presence Chamber where the King sits, c-acp av c-acp n1, c-acp n2 vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz, (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2516 when you go into it you are to be uncovered: when you go into it you Are to be uncovered: c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp pn31 pn22 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn: (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2517 Now like unto that (according to the way of the world) men think that because they meet here for Religious ends to worship God, that when they come (as any time in the week) into such a place as this is, they must come uncovered; Now like unto that (according to the Way of the world) men think that Because they meet Here for Religious ends to worship God, that when they come (as any time in the Week) into such a place as this is, they must come uncovered; av av-j p-acp d (vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) n2 vvb cst c-acp pns32 vvb av p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 np1, cst c-crq pns32 vvb (c-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1) p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz, pns32 vmb vvi vvn; (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2518 now this is after the rudiments of the world, you think to worship this King after the same way, now this is After the rudiments of the world, you think to worship this King After the same Way, av d vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt d n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2519 but his way of worship is no such low institution. but his Way of worship is no such low Institution. cc-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 vbz dx d j n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2520 And as they bowed to the Chair of State, and so they would bow with cap and knee to the Communion Table that they cal'd the Altar; And as they bowed to the Chair of State, and so they would bow with cap and knee to the Communion Table that they called the Altar; cc c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 n1 cst pns32 vvd dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2521 now these are according to the rudiments of the world; now these Are according to the rudiments of the world; av d vbr vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2522 but Christs Kingdom is not of this world, His worship must be spiritual, in Heb. 9. 1. Then verily the first Covenant had also Ordinances of Divine Service, and a worldly Sanctuary. but Christ Kingdom is not of this world, His worship must be spiritual, in Hebrew 9. 1. Then verily the First Covenant had also Ordinances of Divine Service, and a worldly Sanctuary. cc-acp npg1 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, po31 n1 vmb vbi j, p-acp np1 crd crd av av-j dt ord n1 vhd av n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cc dt j n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2523 Mark, in the time of the Law it was but a worldly Sanctuary in comparison of what is now in the times of the Gospel; Mark, in the time of the Law it was but a worldly Sanctuary in comparison of what is now in the times of the Gospel; vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 vbds p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2524 those waies of worship though they were once appointed by God, Christ the King of His Church in the new Testament would not have His homage tendered up by these waies of worship, they were too worldly for Him; those ways of worship though they were once appointed by God, christ the King of His Church in the new Testament would not have His homage tendered up by these ways of worship, they were too worldly for Him; d n2 pp-f n1 cs pns32 vbdr a-acp vvn p-acp np1, np1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 vmd xx vhi po31 n1 vvd a-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vbdr av j c-acp pno31; (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2525 then surely to have the inventions of men in the worship of Christ, in the new Testament especially, it is too worldly for Christ: then surely to have the Inventions of men in the worship of christ, in the new Testament especially, it is too worldly for christ: av av-j pc-acp vhi dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n1 av-j, pn31 vbz av j c-acp np1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 142
2526 No it must be Divine and Spiritual, he that worships, must worship in spirit and in truth: No it must be Divine and Spiritual, he that worships, must worship in Spirit and in truth: dx pn31 vmb vbi vvi cc j, pns31 cst vvz, vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 143
2527 al that worship and homage we tender up to Jesus Christ, we must look to have it spiritual and not worldly; all that worship and homage we tender up to jesus christ, we must look to have it spiritual and not worldly; d cst n1 cc n1 pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp np1 np1, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi pn31 j cc xx j; (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 143
2528 and so the Ordinances, though they have something external, as the Sacraments, yet if we stick to the outward part, we do not worship Christ as our King in a right way; and so the Ordinances, though they have something external, as the Sacraments, yet if we stick to the outward part, we do not worship christ as our King in a right Way; cc av dt n2, cs pns32 vhb pi j, c-acp dt n2, av cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1, pns12 vdb xx vvi np1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 143
2529 but we must be spiritual in all, look upon the spiritual part in al Ordinances, but we must be spiritual in all, look upon the spiritual part in all Ordinances, cc-acp pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp d, vvb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n2, (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 143
2530 or else (I say) we do not tender up that homage to Christ that is due to Him, or Else (I say) we do not tender up that homage to christ that is due to Him, cc av (pns11 vvb) pns12 vdb xx vvi a-acp d n1 p-acp np1 cst vbz j-jn p-acp pno31, (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 143
2531 as the King of His Church. Sixthly, Christs Kingdom is not of this world: as the King of His Church. Sixthly, Christ Kingdom is not of this world: c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. j, npg1 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 261 Page 143
2532 that is, The Officers that Christ hath appointed, for the government of His Church, are not of this world, are not to be of this world; that is, The Officers that christ hath appointed, for the government of His Church, Are not of this world, Are not to be of this world; cst vbz, dt n2 cst np1 vhz vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbr xx pp-f d n1, vbr xx pc-acp vbi pp-f d n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 143
2533 but they are all to be by Divine Institution. Observe the difference in the Administration of Christs Kingdom, and the worldly Kingdoms: but they Are all to be by Divine Institution. Observe the difference in the Administration of Christ Kingdom, and the worldly Kingdoms: cc-acp pns32 vbr av-d pc-acp vbi p-acp j-jn n1. vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt j n2: (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 143
2534 In the kingdoms of this world men may invent as many new Officers as they please, they may errect new Officers in a State and Common-wealth: In the kingdoms of this world men may invent as many new Officers as they please, they may erect new Officers in a State and Commonwealth: p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 n2 vmb vvi p-acp d j n2 c-acp pns32 vvb, pns32 vmb vvi j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 143
2535 But al the men in the world cannot errect any one new Office in the Church, cannot make one new Officer otherwise than is in the Word; But all the men in the world cannot erect any one new Office in the Church, cannot make one new Officer otherwise than is in the Word; cc-acp d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi d crd j n1 p-acp dt n1, vmbx vvi crd j n1 av cs vbz p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 143
2536 we do not reade of any such name as Tryers there: we do not read of any such name as Tryers there: pns12 vdb xx vvi pp-f d d n1 c-acp n2 a-acp: (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 143
2537 Now though we do not find Officers of States in the Word, yet a Human Creation is enough, Now though we do not find Officers of States in the Word, yet a Human Creation is enough, av cs pns12 vdb xx vvi n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, av dt j n1 vbz av-d, (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 143
2538 as the Apostle cals it, Be subject to every Ordinance of men. as the Apostle calls it, Be Subject to every Ordinance of men. c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, vbb j-jn p-acp d n1 pp-f n2. (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 143
2539 You have it in Peter, the word that is there translated, Ordinance of men, it is, a Humane Creation. In the Church there can be no new Officers created: You have it in Peter, the word that is there translated, Ordinance of men, it is, a Humane Creation. In the Church there can be no new Officers created: pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp np1, dt n1 cst vbz a-acp vvn, n1 pp-f n2, pn31 vbz, dt j n1. p-acp dt n1 a-acp vmb vbi dx j n2 vvn: (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 143
2540 Christ hath made Pastors, and Teachers, Elders, and Decons, and Widdows in the Church; and not any new sort can be added by all the men in the world. christ hath made Pastors, and Teachers, Elders, and Deacons, and Widows in the Church; and not any new sort can be added by all the men in the world. np1 vhz vvn ng1, cc n2, n2-jn, cc n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1; cc xx d j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d dt n2 p-acp dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 143
2541 And therfore it was heretofore, as in Popery, so in Prelacy, they would errect a new kind of Religion (as they cal'd it) more spiritual, And Therefore it was heretofore, as in Popery, so in Prelacy, they would erect a new kind of Religion (as they called it) more spiritual, cc av pn31 vbds av, c-acp p-acp n1, av p-acp np1, pns32 vmd vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp pns32 vvd pn31) av-dc j, (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 143
2542 and so made the Kingdom of Christ like unto the kingdoms of the world, and thought that they had power to make as many new Officers in the Church as they pleased. and so made the Kingdom of christ like unto the kingdoms of the world, and Thought that they had power to make as many new Officers in the Church as they pleased. cc av vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd cst pns32 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns32 vvd. (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 143
2543 Certainly this was a derogation from the kingdom of Christ, they made it too worldly. Certainly this was a derogation from the Kingdom of christ, they made it too worldly. av-j d vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vvd pn31 av j. (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 143
2544 A second difference in the Church-Officers from the Officers in the kingdoms of the world, is this, If once they be put into such a place in the Church, they have the ful power of the place. A second difference in the Church-Officers from the Officers in the kingdoms of the world, is this, If once they be put into such a place in the Church, they have the full power of the place. dt ord n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbz d, cs a-acp pns32 vbb vvn p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vhb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 143
2545 As supose now a Pastor or a Teacher hath as much power as any one Pastor or Teacher upon the face of the earth; As suppose now a Pastor or a Teacher hath as much power as any one Pastor or Teacher upon the face of the earth; c-acp vvb av dt n1 cc dt n1 vhz p-acp d n1 c-acp d crd n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 143
2546 there cannot be a difference between one Officer and another of the same kind in the Church as in the State: there cannot be a difference between one Officer and Another of the same kind in the Church as in the State: pc-acp vmbx vbi dt n1 p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn pp-f dt d n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 144
2547 Now the State may limit their Officers as they please, in some Countries they may make Justices of the Peace for one use, Now the State may limit their Officers as they please, in Some Countries they may make Justices of the Peace for one use, av dt n1 vmb vvi po32 n2 c-acp pns32 vvb, p-acp d n2 pns32 vmb vvi n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp crd n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 144
2548 and in another Country for another use, they may limit them according as they please, how they shall execute their places, and when they must leave their Offices to others: and in Another Country for Another use, they may limit them according as they please, how they shall execute their places, and when they must leave their Offices to Others: cc p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp j-jn n1, pns32 vmb vvi pno32 vvg a-acp pns32 vvb, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2, cc c-crq pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp n2-jn: (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 144
2549 But in the Church, one Pastor (whatsoever he be) hath as much power of Christ in him as any that live, But in the Church, one Pastor (whatsoever he be) hath as much power of christ in him as any that live, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, crd n1 (r-crq pns31 vbb) vhz p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d cst vvb, (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 144
2550 for as there can be no new Offices in this kingdom of Christ but by Divine Institution, for as there can be no new Offices in this Kingdom of christ but by Divine Institution, c-acp c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi dx j n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp p-acp j-jn n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 144
2551 so there can be no limitation of their Office but according to the Institution of Jesus Christ. so there can be no limitation of their Office but according to the Institution of jesus christ. av pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 144
2552 So His Kingdom is not of this world. So His Kingdom is not of this world. av po31 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 144
2553 It's true, if so be that the Magistrate shall come in by Law to help the Church, It's true, if so be that the Magistrate shall come in by Law to help the Church, pn31|vbz j, cs av vbb d dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 144
2554 so far as they shall come in to give Civil help to the Church they may appoint Officers, to see that their power be not abused; so Far as they shall come in to give Civil help to the Church they may appoint Officers, to see that their power be not abused; av av-j c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb vvi n2, pc-acp vvi cst po32 n1 vbb xx vvn; (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 144
2555 but not any that are properly Church Officers, to administer any spiritual Ordinances in the Church, but not any that Are properly Church Officers, to administer any spiritual Ordinances in the Church, cc-acp xx d cst vbr av-j n1 n2, pc-acp vvi d j n2 p-acp dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 144
2556 but such as are by Divine Institution. Seventhly, The Kingdom of Christ is not of this world; but such as Are by Divine Institution. Seventhly, The Kingdom of christ is not of this world; cc-acp d c-acp vbr p-acp j-jn n1. crd, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 262 Page 144
2557 the weapons by which Christ doth fight with His adversaries to maintain His Kingdom, are not the weapons of the world; the weapons by which christ does fight with His Adversaries to maintain His Kingdom, Are not the weapons of the world; dt n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vdz vvi p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vbr xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 263 Page 144
2558 in that notable Scripture 2 Cor. 10. 4, 5. For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, in that notable Scripture 2 Cor. 10. 4, 5. For the weapons of our warfare Are not carnal, p-acp cst j n1 crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbr xx j, (16) sermon (DIV2) 263 Page 144
2559 but mighty through God, to the pulling down of strong bolds, casting down imaginations, and every high thing, that exalteth it self against the knowledge of God, but mighty through God, to the pulling down of strong bolds, casting down Imaginations, and every high thing, that Exalteth it self against the knowledge of God, cc-acp j p-acp np1, p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f j vvz, vvg a-acp n2, cc d j n1, cst vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 263 Page 144
2560 and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ. and bringing into captivity every Thought to the Obedience of christ. cc vvg p-acp n1 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 263 Page 144
2561 Mark, here's the weapons of the Kingdom of Christ, Christ brings into captivity every thought, easts down strong holds, whatsoever strong hold, Mark, here's the weapons of the Kingdom of christ, christ brings into captivity every Thought, easts down strong holds, whatsoever strong hold, vvb, av|vbz dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 vvz p-acp n1 d n1, n2 a-acp j n2, r-crq j n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 263 Page 144
2562 or high thing is lifted up against the Kingdom of Christ, Christ hath weapons in His Kingdom to cast it down; or high thing is lifted up against the Kingdom of christ, christ hath weapons in His Kingdom to cast it down; cc j n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 vhz n2 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp; (16) sermon (DIV2) 263 Page 144
2563 but saith he, the weapons of our warfare (there is a warfare) they are not carnal but spiritual. but Says he, the weapons of our warfare (there is a warfare) they Are not carnal but spiritual. cc-acp vvz pns31, dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 (a-acp vbz dt n1) pns32 vbr xx j p-acp j. (16) sermon (DIV2) 263 Page 144
2564 Christ in His kingdom He doth not appoint carnal weapons, He gives not unto His Church weapons of the flesh, to make men beleeve whether they will or no. christ in His Kingdom He does not appoint carnal weapons, He gives not unto His Church weapons of the Flesh, to make men believe whither they will or no. np1 p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vdz xx vvi j n2, pns31 vvz xx p-acp po31 n1 n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2 vvi cs pns32 vmb cc uh-dx. (16) sermon (DIV2) 264 Page 144
2565 You will say, If there be not such weapons that are outward to force men, then all will be to no purpose, it will be nothing? You will say, If there be not such weapons that Are outward to force men, then all will be to no purpose, it will be nothing? pn22 vmb vvi, cs pc-acp vbb xx d n2 cst vbr j pc-acp vvi n2, cs d vmb vbi pc-acp dx n1, pn31 vmb vbi pix? (16) sermon (DIV2) 265 Page 144
2566 Yes saith the Apostle, Our weapons are not carnal, but Spiritual; Yes Says the Apostle, Our weapons Are not carnal, but Spiritual; uh vvz dt n1, po12 n2 vbr xx j, cc-acp j; (16) sermon (DIV2) 266 Page 144
2567 and he answers that objection, That men will not care for them if they do not come in an outward compulsary way, by imprisonments, and he answers that objection, That men will not care for them if they do not come in an outward compulsory Way, by imprisonments, cc pns31 vvz d n1, cst n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32 cs pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt j j n1, p-acp n2, (16) sermon (DIV2) 266 Page 145
2568 and fyning, and such kind of waies. and fyning, and such kind of ways. cc j-vvg, cc d n1 pp-f n2. (16) sermon (DIV2) 266 Page 145
2569 We speak not what power the Civil State hath, but Christ hath committed no such thing to the Church, as the Church: We speak not what power the Civil State hath, but christ hath committed no such thing to the Church, as the Church: pns12 vvb xx r-crq n1 dt j n1 vhz, cc-acp np1 vhz vvn dx d n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 267 Page 145
2570 and these weapons the Apostle speaks of, though they be not carnal but spiritual, yet they are mighty through God, and these weapons the Apostle speaks of, though they be not carnal but spiritual, yet they Are mighty through God, cc d n2 dt n1 vvz pp-f, cs pns32 vbb xx j p-acp j, av pns32 vbr j p-acp np1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 267 Page 145
2571 and the more spiritual they are, the more mighty they are to cast down imaginations, and the more spiritual they Are, the more mighty they Are to cast down Imaginations, cc dt av-dc j pns32 vbr, dt av-dc j pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp n2, (16) sermon (DIV2) 267 Page 145
2572 and every high thing that exalteth its self against the knowledg of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ. and every high thing that Exalteth its self against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every Thought to the Obedience of christ. cc d j n1 cst vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvg p-acp n1 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 267 Page 145
2573 The weapons, What are they? They are the two edged sword of the Spirit, the Word of God in the Name of Christ, The weapons, What Are they? They Are the two edged sword of the Spirit, the Word of God in the Name of christ, dt n2, q-crq vbr pns32? pns32 vbr dt crd j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 268 Page 145
2574 and with the authority of Christ preached to the people in the Word of God, binding men in a dogmatical way, these are our Spiritual weapons; and with the Authority of christ preached to the people in the Word of God, binding men in a dogmatical Way, these Are our Spiritual weapons; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg n2 p-acp dt j n1, d vbr po12 j n2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 268 Page 145
2575 Christ hath never appointed his Church to defend its self by carnal weapons, the Church goes no further than Spiritual weapons, it's in the very text that I have read to you, My Kingdom is not of this world: christ hath never appointed his Church to defend its self by carnal weapons, the Church Goes no further than Spiritual weapons, it's in the very text that I have read to you, My Kingdom is not of this world: np1 vhz av-x vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp j n2, dt n1 vvz dx jc cs j n2, pn31|vbz p-acp dt j n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22, po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 268 Page 145
2576 Mark what follows, What were the weapons Christ had to defend His Kingdom? surely no worldly weapons, My Kingdom is not of this world; Mark what follows, What were the weapons christ had to defend His Kingdom? surely no worldly weapons, My Kingdom is not of this world; vvb q-crq vvz, r-crq vbdr dt n2 np1 vhd pc-acp vvi po31 n1? av-j dx j n2, po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 268 Page 145
2577 if my Kingdom were (saith he) of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews; if my Kingdom were (Says he) of this world, then would my Servants fight, that I should not be Delivered to the jews; cs po11 n1 vbdr (vvz pns31) pp-f d n1, av vmd po11 n2 vvi, cst pns11 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt np2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 268 Page 145
2578 but now is my kingdom not from hence; but now is my Kingdom not from hence; p-acp av vbz po11 n1 xx p-acp av; (16) sermon (DIV2) 268 Page 145
2579 if my Kingdom were from hence, I should have the like weapons to defend me as the Kings of the world have to defend themselves. if my Kingdom were from hence, I should have the like weapons to defend me as the Kings of the world have to defend themselves. cs po11 n1 vbdr p-acp av, pns11 vmd vhi dt j n2 pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb pc-acp vvi px32. (16) sermon (DIV2) 268 Page 145
2580 Q. You will say, What's the fighting and Wars for now? May there not be Wars and fighting for the maintainance of Religion and the Kingdom of Christ? Q. You will say, What's the fighting and Wars for now? May there not be Wars and fighting for the maintenance of Religion and the Kingdom of christ? np1 pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq|vbz dt vvg cc n2 p-acp av? np1 pc-acp xx vbi n2 cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1? (16) sermon (DIV2) 269 Page 145
2581 A. Now to that I answer thus, That the Church hath not these weapons, as a Church they have only spiritual, A. Now to that I answer thus, That the Church hath not these weapons, as a Church they have only spiritual, np1 av p-acp cst pns11 vvb av, cst dt n1 vhz xx d n2, c-acp dt n1 pns32 vhb j j, (16) sermon (DIV2) 270 Page 145
2582 yea and were it that any Church of God were in any place where they had not a Civil Right to the exercise of their Religion, yea and were it that any Church of God were in any place where they had not a Civil Right to the exercise of their Religion, uh cc vbdr pn31 cst d n1 pp-f np1 vbdr p-acp d n1 c-crq pns32 vhd xx dt j n-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 270 Page 145
2583 then I confess (meerly for their Religion when the Civil right of the State is against it) if they should take up arms and fight for it, I think they should go beyond the Commission of Jesus Christ: then I confess (merely for their Religion when the Civil right of the State is against it) if they should take up arms and fight for it, I think they should go beyond the Commission of jesus christ: cs pns11 vvb (av-j p-acp po32 n1 c-crq dt j n-jn pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pn31) cs pns32 vmd vvi a-acp n2 cc vvi p-acp pn31, pns11 vvb pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 270 Page 145
2584 they should trust Christ for His Kingdom; they should trust christ for His Kingdom; pns32 vmd vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 270 Page 145
2585 and we find no Warrant in all the Book of God for to take up weapons meerly for the defence of Religion. and we find no Warrant in all the Book of God for to take up weapons merely for the defence of Religion. cc pns12 vvb dx vvb p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp n2 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 270 Page 145
2586 And therefore in the primitive times, never took up weapons, all their armor were prayers and tears. And Therefore in the primitive times, never took up weapons, all their armour were Prayers and tears. cc av p-acp dt j n2, av-x vvd a-acp n2, d po32 n1 vbdr n2 cc n2. (16) sermon (DIV2) 270 Page 146
2587 Obj. But we do (you'l say) now; Are not our Wars for the defence of Religion. Object But we do (You'll say) now; are not our Wars for the defence of Religion. np1 cc-acp pns12 vdb (pn22|vmb n1) av; vbr xx po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 271 Page 146
2588 Ans. Now to that it's cleerly answered thus, Our Wars are for the defence of the Civil Right we have to the outward practice of our Religion, Ans. Now to that it's clearly answered thus, Our Wars Are for the defence of the Civil Right we have to the outward practice of our Religion, np1 av p-acp cst pn31|vbz av-j vvn av, po12 n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n-jn pns12 vhb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 146
2589 and so by weapons we may defend our Civil Right, that is, if we live in such a State where we have Civil Right by the Laws of the Sate to the peacable enjoyment of our Religion, and so by weapons we may defend our Civil Right, that is, if we live in such a State where we have Civil Right by the Laws of the Sat to the peaceable enjoyment of our Religion, cc av p-acp n2 pns12 vmb vvi po12 j n-jn, cst vbz, cs pns12 vvb p-acp d dt n1 c-crq pns12 vhb j n-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 146
2590 if any shall come to disturb us, then by the vertue of our Civil Right we may take up weapons to sight and defend our selves with; if any shall come to disturb us, then by the virtue of our Civil Right we may take up weapons to sighed and defend our selves with; cs d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n-jn pns12 vmb vvi a-acp n2 p-acp n1 cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp; (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 146
2591 I but this is not as a Church, nor meerly for Religion, for if now the Civil State should be so changed that the Supream Power should be against the waies of Religion, I but this is not as a Church, nor merely for Religion, for if now the Civil State should be so changed that the Supreme Power should be against the ways of Religion, pns11 p-acp d vbz xx p-acp dt n1, ccx av-j p-acp n1, c-acp cs av dt j n1 vmd vbi av vvn cst dt j n1 vmd vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 146
2592 yet for Civil things they would defend us, but for the waies of Religion they were against us in it, I confess in such a case for men that have no Civil authority at all to take up weapons, to force any practice, yet for Civil things they would defend us, but for the ways of Religion they were against us in it, I confess in such a case for men that have no Civil Authority At all to take up weapons, to force any practice, av p-acp j n2 pns32 vmd vvi pno12, cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 pns32 vbdr p-acp pno12 p-acp pn31, pns11 vvb p-acp d dt n1 p-acp n2 cst vhb dx j n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi a-acp n2, pc-acp vvi d n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 146
2593 or way of Religion, this would not be warrantable by Christ, and by this we should fight for the kingdom of Christ by other weapons than ever Christ hath appointed; or Way of Religion, this would not be warrantable by christ, and by this we should fight for the Kingdom of christ by other weapons than ever christ hath appointed; cc n1 pp-f n1, d vmd xx vbi j p-acp np1, cc p-acp d pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j-jn n2 cs av np1 vhz vvn; (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 146
2594 but now, when we have the Civil Power, the Civil Magistrate may grant Civil Liberty, but now, when we have the Civil Power, the Civil Magistrate may grant Civil Liberty, cc-acp av, c-crq pns12 vhb dt j n1, dt j n1 vmb vvi j n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 146
2595 and Civil Liberty for the outward practice of Religion, and so we may defend such a Right as this for the peaceable practice of our Religion, that none should come to force any other false Religion upon us. and Civil Liberty for the outward practice of Religion, and so we may defend such a Right as this for the peaceable practice of our Religion, that none should come to force any other false Religion upon us. cc j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc av pns12 vmb vvi d dt j-jn c-acp d c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, cst pix vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d j-jn j n1 p-acp pno12. (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 146
2596 But now, the kingdom of Christ is not of this world, the weapons of Christs kingdom are spiritual weapons; But now, the Kingdom of christ is not of this world, the weapons of Christ Kingdom Are spiritual weapons; p-acp av, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr j n2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 146
2597 and in those times when there were no outward weapons to defend the kingdom of Christ, and in those times when there were no outward weapons to defend the Kingdom of christ, cc p-acp d n2 c-crq pc-acp vbdr dx j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 146
2598 as in the Primitive times when all Civil States were against the kingdom of Jesus Christ, Did it not thrive? We are ready to say, Al Religion will be taken away except there be such compulsary waies; as in the Primitive times when all Civil States were against the Kingdom of jesus christ, Did it not thrive? We Are ready to say, All Religion will be taken away except there be such compulsory ways; c-acp p-acp dt j n2 c-crq d j n2 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, vdd pn31 xx vvi? pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi, d n1 vmb vbi vvn av c-acp pc-acp vbi d j n2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 146
2599 I do not say but there may be compulsion to keep men from mischieving of others in things that are against the foundation. I do not say but there may be compulsion to keep men from mischieving of Others in things that Are against the Foundation. pns11 vdb xx vvi cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp j-vvg pp-f n2-jn p-acp n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 146
2600 But now for the raising up of the Kingdom of Christ we know that when there was no compulsary waies, But now for the raising up of the Kingdom of christ we know that when there was no compulsory ways, p-acp av p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vvb cst c-crq pc-acp vbds dx j n2, (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 146
2601 yet the kingdom of Jesus Christ went on and flourished as much as ever it hath done since, yet the Kingdom of jesus christ went on and flourished as much as ever it hath done since, av dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vvd a-acp cc vvn p-acp d c-acp av pn31 vhz vdn a-acp, (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 146
2602 so that the kingdom of Christ is not of this world, He hath not committed to His Church those weapons that are carnal, all their weapons are weapons that are spiritual, to prevail with the hearts and consciences of men and no further: so that the Kingdom of christ is not of this world, He hath not committed to His Church those weapons that Are carnal, all their weapons Are weapons that Are spiritual, to prevail with the hearts and Consciences of men and no further: av cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, pns31 vhz xx vvn p-acp po31 n1 d n2 cst vbr j, d po32 n2 vbr n2 cst vbr j, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 cc dx jc: (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 147
2603 And if we did understand this aright, it would mightily quiet our spirits; And if we did understand this aright, it would mightily quiet our spirits; cc cs pns12 vdd vvi d av, pn31 vmd av-j vvi po12 n2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 147
2604 and the more we did rest upon the weapons Christ hath appointed in his Word, the more we did look into the Armory of the Gospel to find what weapons there are there against errors and abuses in his Church, the more we should have the Kingdom of Christ prevail amongst us. and the more we did rest upon the weapons christ hath appointed in his Word, the more we did look into the Armoury of the Gospel to find what weapons there Are there against errors and Abuses in his Church, the more we should have the Kingdom of christ prevail among us. cc dt av-dc pns12 vdd vvi p-acp dt n2 np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, dt av-dc pns12 vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 a-acp vbr a-acp p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1, dt av-dc pns12 vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp pno12. (16) sermon (DIV2) 272 Page 147
2605 Eightly, The Kingdom of Christ is not of this world: that is, the Priviledges of Christs kingdom are not worldly priviledges, but Spiritual, and Divine, and Heavenly Priviledges. Eighth, The Kingdom of christ is not of this world: that is, the Privileges of Christ Kingdom Are not worldly privileges, but Spiritual, and Divine, and Heavenly Privileges. ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1: cst vbz, dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr xx j n2, cc-acp j, cc j-jn, cc j n2. (16) sermon (DIV2) 273 Page 147
2606 Men that live in several kingdoms have several priviledges, some in one way, and some in another; Men that live in several kingdoms have several privileges, Some in one Way, and Some in Another; np1 cst vvb p-acp j n2 vhb j n2, d p-acp crd n1, cc d p-acp n-jn; (16) sermon (DIV2) 273 Page 147
2607 so every society of men, and every kingdom have priviledges, men that are subjects of such a Kingdom, they have the priviledges that belong to such a kingdom. so every society of men, and every Kingdom have privileges, men that Are subject's of such a Kingdom, they have the privileges that belong to such a Kingdom. av d n1 pp-f n2, cc d n1 vhb n2, n2 cst vbr n2-jn pp-f d dt n1, pns32 vhb dt n2 cst vvb p-acp d dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 273 Page 147
2608 We plead for many priviledges as we are the free born Subjects of England, that the people have a right to by their freedoms, being born free Subjects, We plead for many privileges as we Are the free born Subject's of England, that the people have a right to by their freedoms, being born free Subject's, pns12 vvb p-acp d n2 c-acp pns12 vbr dt j j-vvn n2-jn pp-f np1, cst dt n1 vhb dt j-jn p-acp p-acp po32 n2, vbg vvn j n2-jn, (16) sermon (DIV2) 273 Page 147
2609 as those that are above them have a right to that power that they have. as those that Are above them have a right to that power that they have. c-acp d cst vbr p-acp pno32 vhb dt j-jn p-acp d n1 cst pns32 vhb. (16) sermon (DIV2) 273 Page 147
2610 So now in the kingdom of Christ, there are some priviledges that those that are in the kingdom of Christ have that others have not. So now in the Kingdom of christ, there Are Some privileges that those that Are in the Kingdom of christ have that Others have not. av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbr d n2 cst d cst vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb d n2-jn vhb xx. (16) sermon (DIV2) 273 Page 147
2611 As now, When any man comes into the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, Oh he comes to partake of a great many excellent priviledges, being once made a free Denizon in this Kingdom of Christ, he comes to have a great many priviledges that others have not. As now, When any man comes into the Kingdom of jesus christ, O he comes to partake of a great many excellent privileges, being once made a free Denizen in this Kingdom of christ, he comes to have a great many privileges that Others have not. c-acp av, c-crq d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, uh pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j d j n2, vbg a-acp vvn dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi dt j d n2 cst n2-jn vhb xx. (16) sermon (DIV2) 274 Page 147
2612 But of these I shall treat more particularly afterwards. Ninthly, The Kingdom of Christ is not of this world; But of these I shall Treat more particularly afterwards. Ninthly, The Kingdom of christ is not of this world; p-acp pp-f d pns11 vmb vvi av-dc av-jn av. ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 274 Page 147
2613 the penalties and punishments that Christ hath in his Church are not worldly; the penalties and punishments that christ hath in his Church Are not worldly; dt n2 cc n2 cst np1 vhz p-acp po31 n1 vbr xx j; (16) sermon (DIV2) 275 Page 147
2614 I do not mean only external ones, for they may be refer'd to that head of the weapons of Christ; I do not mean only external ones, for they may be referred to that head of the weapons of christ; pns11 vdb xx vvi av-j j pi2, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 275 Page 147
2615 but we take them under another notion; Those that are truly the Subjects of Christ they may be under penalties: but we take them under Another notion; Those that Are truly the Subject's of christ they may be under penalties: cc-acp pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp j-jn n1; d cst vbr av-j dt n2-jn pp-f np1 pns32 vmb vbi p-acp n2: (16) sermon (DIV2) 275 Page 147
2616 You think that those that are beleevers cannot be chastised for their sin; as if there were no penalties in Christs kingdom; You think that those that Are believers cannot be chastised for their since; as if there were no penalties in Christ Kingdom; pn22 vvb cst d cst vbr n2 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1; c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dx n2 p-acp npg1 n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 275 Page 147
2617 I confess they are delivered from the penalties of the Law; But Christs inflicts penalties as he is King, there may be penalties in Christs kingdom. I confess they Are Delivered from the penalties of the Law; But Christ inflicts penalties as he is King, there may be penalties in Christ Kingdom. pns11 vvb pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; cc-acp npg1 vvz n2 c-acp pns31 vbz n1, pc-acp vmb vbi n2 p-acp npg1 n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 275 Page 147
2618 And the right understanding of this would much help us in that point; Whether Beleevers may be chastised for sin or no, though they be Beleevers. And the right understanding of this would much help us in that point; Whither Believers may be chastised for since or no, though they be Believers. cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f d vmd d vvi pno12 p-acp d n1; cs n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc uh-dx, cs pns32 vbb n2. (16) sermon (DIV2) 275 Page 147
2619 Oh they will say, No. Why? Because Christ hath satisfied the Lawfully, and how can God require it in them? I confess the Law cannot; O they will say, No. Why? Because christ hath satisfied the Lawfully, and how can God require it in them? I confess the Law cannot; uh pns32 vmb vvi, uh-dx q-crq? p-acp np1 vhz vvn dt av-j, cc q-crq vmb np1 vvi pn31 p-acp pno32? pns11 vvb dt n1 vmbx; (16) sermon (DIV2) 276 Page 148
2620 I but Jesus Christ in His administration as He is King, not as He is the Judge of the Law, I but jesus christ in His administration as He is King, not as He is the Judge of the Law, pns11 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1, xx c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2621 but as He is the King over them, He may inflict chastisements upon them; but as He is the King over them, He may inflict chastisements upon them; cc-acp c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb vvi n2 p-acp pno32; (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2622 they may in Christs kingdom have some chastisements, they cannot be carried out of that kingdom to have the chastisements of the Law, they may in Christ Kingdom have Some chastisements, they cannot be carried out of that Kingdom to have the chastisements of the Law, pns32 vmb p-acp npg1 n1 vhb d n2, pns32 vmbx vbi vvn av pp-f d n1 pc-acp vhi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2623 but in Christs kingdom Jesus Christ many times inflicts spiritual chastisements upon them, by hiding his face from them for sin, and by many spiritual discertions; but in Christ Kingdom jesus christ many times inflicts spiritual chastisements upon them, by hiding his face from them for since, and by many spiritual discertions; cc-acp p-acp npg1 n1 np1 np1 d n2 vvz j n2 p-acp pno32, p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, cc p-acp d j n2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2624 and such men as are but by outward profession under the kingdom of Christ, and do seem to be His Subjects, and such men as Are but by outward profession under the Kingdom of christ, and do seem to be His Subject's, cc d n2 c-acp vbr p-acp p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vdb vvi pc-acp vbi po31 n2-jn, (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2625 and are not so indeed, the Lord inflicts spiritual judgments upon them, as hardness of heart, blindness of mind, reprobate sences; and Are not so indeed, the Lord inflicts spiritual Judgments upon them, as hardness of heart, blindness of mind, Reprobate Senses; cc vbr xx av av, dt n1 vvz j n2 p-acp pno32, c-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, j-jn n2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2626 and I beseech you observe it, The Lord Christ doth not so much observe the way of outward judgements upon wicked men that are in the bosom of the Church, and I beseech you observe it, The Lord christ does not so much observe the Way of outward Judgments upon wicked men that Are in the bosom of the Church, cc pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pn31, dt n1 np1 vdz xx av av-d vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp j n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2627 as He doth observe to inflict outward judgments upon the Heathens and others that are out of the bosom of the Church; as He does observe to inflict outward Judgments upon the heathens and Others that Are out of the bosom of the Church; c-acp pns31 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt n2-jn cc n2-jn cst vbr av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2628 no, Christ hath other manner of punishments for those that are in the Church, though now and then Christ doth inflict outward judgments upon them; no, christ hath other manner of punishments for those that Are in the Church, though now and then christ does inflict outward Judgments upon them; uh-dx, np1 vhz j-jn n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d cst vbr p-acp dt n1, cs av cc av np1 vdz vvi j n2 p-acp pno32; (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2629 but the main thing that Christ looks at in His Church, is, To reward with spiritual rewards; but the main thing that christ looks At in His Church, is, To reward with spiritual rewards; cc-acp dt j n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp p-acp po31 n1, vbz, pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2630 as righteousness and peace, and joy in the holy Ghost and the like; so He doth inflict spiritual punishments; as righteousness and peace, and joy in the holy Ghost and the like; so He does inflict spiritual punishments; c-acp n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc dt j; av pns31 vdz vvi j n2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2631 Those that are professors in the Church & naught and vile, it may be God may prosper them for a while as well as others outwardly, Oh but the punishments of Christ in His kingdom they are spiritual, your souls are bound over to eternal death, your hearts are hardned, your consciences are benum'd, Those that Are professors in the Church & nought and vile, it may be God may prosper them for a while as well as Others outwardly, O but the punishments of christ in His Kingdom they Are spiritual, your Souls Are bound over to Eternal death, your hearts Are hardened, your Consciences Are benumbed, d cst vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 cc pix cc j, pn31 vmb vbi np1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp n2-jn av-j, uh p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 pns32 vbr j, po22 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp j n1, po22 n2 vbr vvn, po22 n2 vbr vvn, (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2632 and that's more dreadful wrath a great deal than if the Lord Christ should punish your bodies, and that's more dreadful wrath a great deal than if the Lord christ should Punish your bodies, cc d|vbz n1 j n1 dt j n1 cs cs dt n1 np1 vmd vvi po22 n2, (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2633 or take away your estates, those are punishments in Christs providential Kingdom, but the penalties as Christ is the King of the Church they are ever spiritual punishments which we should more fear and tremble at a great deal. or take away your estates, those Are punishments in Christ providential Kingdom, but the penalties as christ is the King of the Church they Are ever spiritual punishments which we should more Fear and tremble At a great deal. cc vvb av po22 n2, d vbr n2 p-acp npg1 j n1, cc-acp dt n2 p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vbr av j n2 r-crq pns12 vmd av-dc vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2634 Thus the kingdom of Christ is not of this world. Thus the Kingdom of christ is not of this world. av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 277 Page 148
2635 Now I should have shewed you how this kingdom of Jesus Christ will certainly prevail in the world, let the world do what they can. Now I should have showed you how this Kingdom of jesus christ will Certainly prevail in the world, let the world do what they can. av pns11 vmd vhi vvn pn22 c-crq d n1 pp-f np1 np1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, vvb dt n1 vdb r-crq pns32 vmb. (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2636 In the 2d Psal. Yet have I set My King upon My holy Hill. It will at length prevail over all the world, In the 2d Psalm Yet have I Set My King upon My holy Hill. It will At length prevail over all the world, p-acp dt crd np1 av vhb pns11 vvn po11 n1 p-acp po11 j n1 pn31 vmb p-acp n1 vvi p-acp d dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2637 and bring under all the kingdoms of the world to it; but when it hath done so, then there shall be a new world: and bring under all the kingdoms of the world to it; but when it hath done so, then there shall be a new world: cc vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31; cc-acp c-crq pn31 vhz vdn av, av pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2638 Certainly there is a time that Christ shall have the kingdoms of this world to reign over them in another manner than now He hath, Certainly there is a time that christ shall have the kingdoms of this world to Reign over them in Another manner than now He hath, av-j a-acp vbz dt n1 cst np1 vmb vhi dt n2 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp j-jn n1 cs av pns31 vhz, (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2639 and that is at the end of the world; I will give you a Scripture or two about that. and that is At the end of the world; I will give you a Scripture or two about that. cc d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 cc crd p-acp d. (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2640 Revel. 11. 15. The seventh Angel sounded, and there were great voices in Heaven, saying, The Kingdoms of this world are become the Kingdoms of our Lord, and of His Christ; Revel. 11. 15. The seventh Angel sounded, and there were great voices in Heaven, saying, The Kingdoms of this world Are become the Kingdoms of our Lord, and of His christ; vvb. crd crd dt ord n1 vvd, cc a-acp vbdr j n2 p-acp n1, vvg, dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc pp-f po31 np1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2641 and He shall reign for ever and ever. and He shall Reign for ever and ever. cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av cc av. (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2642 That is, He shall subdue the kingdoms that were of this world, and then He shall reign; That is, He shall subdue the kingdoms that were of this world, and then He shall Reign; cst vbz, pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 cst vbdr pp-f d n1, cc av pns31 vmb vvi; (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2643 He shall reign for ever and ever. He shall Reign for ever and ever. pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av cc av. (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2644 Now they are the kingdoms of this world, but when He reigns it is in this manner that is here spoken of, it is in another world, Now they Are the kingdoms of this world, but when He reigns it is in this manner that is Here spoken of, it is in Another world, av pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 cst vbz av vvn pp-f, pn31 vbz p-acp j-jn n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2645 as appears in Heb. 2. 5. For unto the Angels hath He not put in subjection the world to come, whereof we speak. as appears in Hebrew 2. 5. For unto the Angels hath He not put in subjection the world to come, whereof we speak. c-acp vvz p-acp np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp dt n2 vhz pns31 xx vvn p-acp n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns12 vvb. (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2646 Here the Apostle shews that Christ is above the Angels, for he hath not put in subjection the world to come unto the Angels; Here the Apostle shows that christ is above the Angels, for he hath not put in subjection the world to come unto the Angels; av dt n1 vvz cst np1 vbz p-acp dt n2, c-acp pns31 vhz xx vvn p-acp n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2647 therefore there is a world to come wherein Christ shall have a further dominion than yet he hath: Therefore there is a world to come wherein christ shall have a further dominion than yet he hath: av a-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vmb vhi dt jc n1 cs av pns31 vhz: (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2648 and Adam was a type of Jesus Christ in this, Adam he had the command of this present, world. and Adam was a type of jesus christ in this, Adam he had the command of this present, world. cc np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp d, np1 pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f d j, n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2649 Now in this world Christ doth rule but in the midest of his Adversaries, but there is a time coming that Christ shall have all under him; Now in this world christ does Rule but in the midst of his Adversaries, but there is a time coming that christ shall have all under him; av p-acp d n1 np1 vdz vvi cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg cst np1 vmb vhi d p-acp pno31; (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2650 as Adam in his innocency had the whol world under his feet: as Adam in his innocency had the Whole world under his feet: c-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 vhd dt j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n2: (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2651 And Christ doth promise unto his people in the 3. of Revel 21. To him that overcometh, will I grant to sit with me in my Throne, And christ does promise unto his people in the 3. of Revel 21. To him that Overcometh, will I grant to fit with me in my Throne, cc np1 vdz vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt crd pp-f vvb crd p-acp pno31 cst vvz, vmb pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po11 n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2652 even as I also overcame and am set down with my Father in his Throne. even as I also overcame and am Set down with my Father in his Throne. av c-acp pns11 av vvd cc vbm vvn a-acp p-acp po11 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2653 Mark, it seems there is a Throne of Christ yet that hath not been, for here's a promise that he will set them upon his Throne as he sits upon his Fathers Throne: Mark, it seems there is a Throne of christ yet that hath not been, for here's a promise that he will Set them upon his Throne as he sits upon his Father's Throne: vvb, pn31 vvz a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 av cst vhz xx vbn, c-acp av|vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po31 ng1 n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2654 Now Christ rules together with his Father, but saith he, You that are my Saints, and my Subjects now, you shall sit upon my Throne. Now christ rules together with his Father, but Says he, You that Are my Saints, and my Subject's now, you shall fit upon my Throne. av np1 vvz av p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp vvz pns31, pn22 cst vbr po11 n2, cc po11 n2-jn av, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 278 Page 149
2655 I but you will say, That is in Heaven? (in Heaven indeed the Saints shall reign.) I but you will say, That is in Heaven? (in Heaven indeed the Saints shall Reign.) pns11 p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, cst vbz p-acp n1? (p-acp n1 av dt n2 vmb vvi.) (16) sermon (DIV2) 279 Page 149
2656 Nay, It connot be meant of a kingdom wherein the Saints shall sit eternally with Christ in Heaven; Nay, It connote be meant of a Kingdom wherein the Saints shall fit eternally with christ in Heaven; uh, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 c-crq dt n2 vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2657 I might give you many Scriptures for that, but I will only give you one Scripture, 1 Cor 15. 28. And when all things shall be subdued unto Him, I might give you many Scriptures for that, but I will only give you one Scripture, 1 Cor 15. 28. And when all things shall be subdued unto Him, pns11 vmd vvi pn22 d n2 p-acp d, cc-acp pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22 crd n1, crd fw-la crd crd cc c-crq d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31, (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2658 then shall the Son also Himself be subject unto Him, that put all things under Him, that God may be All in All. Here he tells us that there is a time that God shall be All in All, both unto Christ, and unto His Saints; then shall the Son also Himself be Subject unto Him, that put all things under Him, that God may be All in All. Here he tells us that there is a time that God shall be All in All, both unto christ, and unto His Saints; av vmb dt n1 av px31 vbi j-jn p-acp pno31, cst vvd d n2 p-acp pno31, cst np1 vmb vbi d p-acp d av pns31 vvz pno12 d pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst np1 vmb vbi av-d p-acp d, av-d p-acp np1, cc p-acp po31 n2; (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2659 yea, and you shall find in this chapter, that Jesus Christ shall give up the kingdom unto the Father, (speaking of the time of the resurrection) When all shall rise again; yea, and you shall find in this chapter, that jesus christ shall give up the Kingdom unto the Father, (speaking of the time of the resurrection) When all shall rise again; uh, cc pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cst np1 np1 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1) c-crq d vmb vvi av; (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2660 and when that shall come, the kingdom shall be delivered up unto the Father; and when that shall come, the Kingdom shall be Delivered up unto the Father; cc c-crq d vmb vvi, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2661 so that this is a time before the general resurrection, that Christ shall sit upon the Throne, there is yet a time between this and the Saints being in Heaven, so that this is a time before the general resurrection, that christ shall fit upon the Throne, there is yet a time between this and the Saints being in Heaven, av cst d vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz av dt n1 p-acp d cc dt n2 vbg p-acp n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2662 when the Saints shall sit upon Christs Throne (as he upon his Fathers) in another manner than now they do: when the Saints shall fit upon Christ Throne (as he upon his Father's) in Another manner than now they do: c-crq dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp npg1 n1 (c-acp pns31 p-acp po31 n2) p-acp j-jn n1 cs av pns32 vdb: (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2663 Therefore surely Christ shall have the kingdoms of this world subdued unto him in another manner than yet he hath; Therefore surely christ shall have the kingdoms of this world subdued unto him in Another manner than yet he hath; av av-j np1 vmb vhi dt n2 pp-f d n1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp j-jn n1 cs av pns31 vhz; (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2664 and for the proof of it, do but reade the 7th chapter of the book of Daniel, and you shall find abundant of proof, there shall be abundant deal of glory in that kingdom of his, there he shall have attendants to purpose, thousand thousands administred unto him, and for the proof of it, do but read the 7th chapter of the book of daniel, and you shall find abundant of proof, there shall be abundant deal of glory in that Kingdom of his, there he shall have attendants to purpose, thousand thousands administered unto him, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vdb p-acp vvi dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pn22 vmb vvi j pp-f n1, pc-acp vmb vbi j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, a-acp pns31 vmb vhi n2-jn pc-acp vvi, crd crd vvn p-acp pno31, (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2665 and ten thousand times ten thousand stood before Christ; and ten thousand times ten thousand stood before christ; cc crd crd n2 crd crd vvn p-acp np1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2666 and though there was a Judgment, and the Books were brought, yet its apparant afterwards, that the Scripture speaks of a time that should be before the Saints should come to Heaven; and though there was a Judgement, and the Books were brought, yet its apparent afterwards, that the Scripture speaks of a time that should be before the Saints should come to Heaven; cc cs pc-acp vbds dt n1, cc dt n2 vbdr vvn, av pn31|vbz j av, cst dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 cst vmd vbi p-acp dt n2 vmd vvi p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2667 for he saith this, That as concerning the rest of the Beasts, they had their Dominion taken away; for he Says this, That as Concerning the rest of the Beasts, they had their Dominion taken away; c-acp pns31 vvz d, cst p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pns32 vhd po32 n1 vvn av; (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2668 yet their lives were prolonged for a season: yet their lives were prolonged for a season: av po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2669 Therefore it is not meant at that time when the Saints shall ascend up into Heaven with Jesus Christ, Therefore it is not meant At that time when the Saints shall ascend up into Heaven with jesus christ, av pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp d n1 c-crq dt n2 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2670 for the Beasts had their lives prolonged for a season and time after that: But saith he in the 18. ver. for the Beasts had their lives prolonged for a season and time After that: But Says he in the 18. ver. p-acp dt n2 vhd po32 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d: cc-acp vvz pns31 p-acp dt crd fw-la. (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2671 The Saints of the most High shall take your Kingdom, and possess it for ever, even for ever and ever. And in the 21. ver. The Saints of the most High shall take your Kingdom, and possess it for ever, even for ever and ever. And in the 21. ver. dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j vmb vvi po22 n1, cc vvb pn31 p-acp av, av c-acp av cc av. cc p-acp dt crd fw-la. (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2672 I beheld, and the same born made war with the Saints, and prevailed against them until the Ancient of daies came, I beheld, and the same born made war with the Saints, and prevailed against them until the Ancient of days Come, pns11 vvd, cc dt d vvn vvd n1 p-acp dt n2, cc vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j pp-f n2 vvd, (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2673 and Judgment was given unto the Saints of the most High; and the time came that the Saints possessed the Kingdom. and Judgement was given unto the Saints of the most High; and the time Come that the Saints possessed the Kingdom. cc n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j; cc dt n1 vvd cst dt n2 vvd dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2674 And then in the 27. ver. And then in the 27. ver. cc av p-acp dt crd fw-la. (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2675 And the Kingdom and dominion, and the greatest of the kingdom under the whol Heaven, shall be given to the people of the Saints of the most High, whose Kingdom is an everlasting Kingdom, And the Kingdom and dominion, and the greatest of the Kingdom under the Whole Heaven, shall be given to the people of the Saints of the most High, whose Kingdom is an everlasting Kingdom, cc dt n1 cc n1, cc dt js pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j, rg-crq n1 vbz dt j n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 150
2676 and all Dominions shall serve and obey him. and all Dominions shall serve and obey him. cc d n2 vmb vvi cc vvi pno31. (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 151
2677 What Dominions shall there be when the Saints are in the highest Heavens, to serve and obey Christ? He means the Dominions that are here upon the earth, shall serve and obey Christ: What Dominions shall there be when the Saints Are in the highest Heavens, to serve and obey christ? He means the Dominions that Are Here upon the earth, shall serve and obey christ: q-crq n2 vmb a-acp vbi c-crq dt n2 vbr p-acp dt js n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi np1? pns31 vvz dt n2 cst vbr av p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi cc vvi np1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 151
2678 Therefore the Kingdom of Jesus Christ is not of this world, nor be said hereafter to be such a world as this is: Therefore the Kingdom of jesus christ is not of this world, nor be said hereafter to be such a world as this is: av dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, ccx vbi vvn av pc-acp vbi d dt n1 c-acp d vbz: (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 151
2679 but when there shall be another world, then Christ shall have a kingdom that shall have such glory as shall be apparent to all; but when there shall be Another world, then christ shall have a Kingdom that shall have such glory as shall be apparent to all; cc-acp c-crq pc-acp vmb vbi j-jn n1, cs np1 vmb vhi dt n1 cst vmb vhi d n1 c-acp vmb vbi j p-acp d; (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 151
2680 and such a Kingdom as the Kings of the earth shall come and bring their glory to it; and such a Kingdom as the Kings of the earth shall come and bring their glory to it; cc d dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp pn31; (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 151
2681 as in 21. of Revelations, you shal find, that it's said, of the Kings of the earth. as in 21. of Revelations, you shall find, that it's said, of the Kings of the earth. c-acp p-acp crd pp-f n2, pn22 vmb vvi, cst pn31|vbz vvn, pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 151
2682 Reade but that description of the glorious condition of the Church of God there, and you shall see this true: Read but that description of the glorious condition of the Church of God there, and you shall see this true: vvd p-acp d n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp, cc pn22 vmb vvi d j: (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 151
2683 And the Nations of them which are saved, shal walk in the light of it: and the Kings of the earth do bring their glory and honor to it. And the nations of them which Are saved, shall walk in the Light of it: and the Kings of the earth do bring their glory and honour to it. cc dt n2 pp-f pno32 r-crq vbr vvn, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb vvi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 151
2684 But that is in another world, not that world that Christ speaks of here in this place of John. But that is in Another world, not that world that christ speaks of Here in this place of John. p-acp d vbz p-acp j-jn n1, xx cst n1 cst np1 vvz pp-f av p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 (16) sermon (DIV2) 280 Page 151
2685 Only now, do but consider a little of the excellency of this point by way of preparation to you for the next time. Only now, do but Consider a little of the excellency of this point by Way of preparation to you for the next time. av-j av, vdb p-acp vvi dt j pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt ord n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 281 Page 151
2686 It would be a notable Scripture to take off our hearts from all the things of this world: It would be a notable Scripture to take off our hearts from all the things of this world: pn31 vmd vbi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 281 Page 151
2687 The right understanding of this would spiritualize the hearts of the Saints, would take away the offence of the Crosse of Jesus Christ, would help them to carry themselves through this world with a great deal of joy and triumph, The right understanding of this would spiritualize the hearts of the Saints, would take away the offence of the Cross of jesus christ, would help them to carry themselves through this world with a great deal of joy and triumph, dt j-jn n1 pp-f d vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2, vmd vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 281 Page 151
2688 and not much to regard how things go here below. I through the mercy of God am brought into the Kingdom of Jesus Christ. and not much to regard how things go Here below. I through the mercy of God am brought into the Kingdom of jesus christ. cc xx av-d pc-acp vvi c-crq n2 vvb av a-acp. pns11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbm vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 281 Page 151
2689 And I find the whole tenor of Scripture carries it so, that the Kingdom of Jesus Christ is not of this world, but in a spiritual way: And I find the Whole tenor of Scripture carries it so, that the Kingdom of jesus christ is not of this world, but in a spiritual Way: cc pns11 vvb dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vvz pn31 av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1: (16) sermon (DIV2) 281 Page 151
2690 Oh then, let me have spiritual mercies, let me enjoy Jesus Christ in way of His spiritual Kingdom; O then, let me have spiritual Mercies, let me enjoy jesus christ in Way of His spiritual Kingdom; uh av, vvb pno11 vhi j n2, vvb pno11 vvi np1 np1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1; (16) sermon (DIV2) 281 Page 151
2691 and farewell the world and all things under Christ. and farewell the world and all things under christ. cc n1 dt n1 cc d n2 p-acp np1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 281 Page 151
2692 Truly, Christians are not acquainted with this point of the spiritual Government of Jesus Christ in His Church, Truly, Christians Are not acquainted with this point of the spiritual Government of jesus christ in His Church, np1, np1 vbr xx vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp po31 n1, (16) sermon (DIV2) 281 Page 151
2693 and how God the Father hath so ordered things, that In this world Christ should have a Kingdom, but not Of this world. and how God the Father hath so ordered things, that In this world christ should have a Kingdom, but not Of this world. cc c-crq np1 dt n1 vhz av vvn n2, cst p-acp d n1 np1 vmd vhi dt n1, cc-acp xx pp-f d n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 281 Page 151
2694 And blessed are they that have by the holy Ghost an enlightning to understand this Mystery, to see the reality of it indeed, That the Kingdom of Christ is not of this world. And blessed Are they that have by the holy Ghost an enlightening to understand this Mystery, to see the reality of it indeed, That the Kingdom of christ is not of this world. cc vvn vbr pns32 cst vhb p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (16) sermon (DIV2) 282 Page 151
2695 SERMON II. JOHN, 18. 36. Jesus answered and said, My Kingdom is not of this world. SERMON II JOHN, 18. 36. jesus answered and said, My Kingdom is not of this world. n1 crd np1, crd crd np1 vvd cc vvd, po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (17) sermon (DIV2) 282 Page 162
2696 MAny particulars I past over the last day briefly, which I told you would need some further explication. MAny particulars I passed over the last day briefly, which I told you would need Some further explication. d n2-jn pns11 vvd p-acp dt ord n1 av-j, r-crq pns11 vvd pn22 vmd vvi d jc n1. (17) sermon (DIV2) 283 Page 162
2697 I'le give you some few things about that, & then proceed to Aplication of al ▪ I'll give you Some few things about that, & then proceed to Application of all ▪ pns11|vmb vvb pn22 d d n2 p-acp d, cc av vvb p-acp n1 pp-f d ▪ (17) sermon (DIV2) 283 Page 162
2698 The Priviledges of this Kingdom of Christ they are not of this world. I'le name a principal one; The Privileges of this Kingdom of christ they Are not of this world. I'll name a principal one; dt n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 pns32 vbr xx pp-f d n1. pns11|vmb vvi dt j-jn crd; (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 162
2699 and this is the priviledg of al that are under the Kingdom of Christ; and this is the privilege of all that Are under the Kingdom of christ; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f d cst vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 162
2700 That all businesses, transactions between God and them, are in the Court of Christ the Mediator: That all businesses, transactions between God and them, Are in the Court of christ the Mediator: cst d n2, n2 p-acp np1 cc pno32, vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1: (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 162
2701 They are not in the Court of exact & severe justice, but they are to be tried for their eternal estates, They Are not in the Court of exact & severe Justice, but they Are to be tried for their Eternal estates, pns32 vbr xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1, cc-acp pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 j n2, (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 162
2702 & for all they do, in the Court of Christ, in his Kingdom; which is a mighty priviledg the Saints have. As kingdoms have several priviledges: & for all they do, in the Court of christ, in his Kingdom; which is a mighty privilege the Saints have. As kingdoms have several privileges: cc p-acp d pns32 vdb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n1; r-crq vbz dt j n1 dt n2 vhb. p-acp n2 vhb j n2: (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 162
2703 'tis a greater priviledg to be tried in one kingdom than in another: it's a greater privilege to be tried in one Kingdom than in Another: pn31|vbz dt jc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp crd n1 cs p-acp j-jn: (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 162
2704 All men and women in their natural estate, not under the kingdom of Christ, they are to be tried in the Court of Justice, i. e. the Court of Gods providential kingdom, All men and women in their natural estate, not under the Kingdom of christ, they Are to be tried in the Court of justice, i. e. the Court of God's providential Kingdom, d n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 j n1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, sy. sy. dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 162
2705 and there they are either to be acquitted or condemn'd by the Law; and there they Are either to be acquitted or condemned by the Law; cc a-acp pns32 vbr av-d pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 162
2706 that's the way of Gods proceedings towards those that are under His providential kingdom, only to be dealt withal according to the Law. that's the Way of God's proceedings towards those that Are under His providential Kingdom, only to be dealt withal according to the Law. d|vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 n2-vvg p-acp d cst vbr p-acp po31 j n1, av-j pc-acp vbi vvn av vvg p-acp dt n1. (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 162
2707 But al those that are under the kingdom of Christ, have all their businesses, in reference to God, tried in another Court, tried in the Court (as I may so call it) of the Gospel, in the Judicature of Jesus Christ, But all those that Are under the Kingdom of christ, have all their businesses, in Referente to God, tried in Another Court, tried in the Court (as I may so call it) of the Gospel, in the Judicature of jesus christ, p-acp d d cst vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vhb d po32 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp np1, vvn p-acp j-jn n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 (c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi pn31) pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 162
2708 for Christ He is as Mediator to them, He is the Judge to pass all sentences concerning them: for christ He is as Mediator to them, He is the Judge to pass all sentences Concerning them: p-acp np1 pns31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, pns31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 vvg pno32: (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 162
2709 and the right understanding of this would much help in the point of Beleevers being chastised for sin; and the right understanding of this would much help in the point of Believers being chastised for since; cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f d vmd d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbg vvn p-acp n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 153
2710 it's true, they are not chastised by judgement out of the court of Law as other men are; it's true, they Are not chastised by judgement out of the court of Law as other men Are; pn31|vbz j, pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp j-jn n2 vbr; (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 153
2711 but they are chastised by Christ that hath the Judicature committed to Him, and the Administration of all things, especially concerning His Church and People, but they Are chastised by christ that hath the Judicature committed to Him, and the Administration of all things, especially Concerning His Church and People, cc-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1 cst vhz dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31, cc dt n1 pp-f d n2, av-j vvg po31 n1 cc n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 153
2712 and by a sentence from Him chastised; and by a sentence from Him chastised; cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31 vvd; (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 153
2713 not by a sentence from the Father, as He is the Judge of all flesh proceeding according to the Law. not by a sentence from the Father, as He is the Judge of all Flesh proceeding according to the Law. xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvg p-acp p-acp dt n1. (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 153
2714 This is the main thing which we spake to before. But yet there are divers other things. This is the main thing which we spoke to before. But yet there Are diverse other things. d vbz dt j n1 r-crq pns12 vvd p-acp a-acp. p-acp av a-acp vbr j n-jn n2. (17) sermon (DIV2) 284 Page 153
2715 2ly That all that are in Christs Kingdom, are Free-men, they are delivered from bondage: 2ly That all that Are in Christ Kingdom, Are Freemen, they Are Delivered from bondage: av-j cst d cst vbr p-acp npg1 n1, vbr n2, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1: (17) sermon (DIV2) 285 Page 153
2716 all that are out of this Kingdom are bondslaves, they are under the prince of this world, (that is, the Devil) and in slavery unto him; all that Are out of this Kingdom Are bondslaves, they Are under the Prince of this world, (that is, the devil) and in slavery unto him; d cst vbr av pp-f d n1 vbr n2, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (cst vbz, dt n1) cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; (17) sermon (DIV2) 285 Page 153
2717 they are all as vassals under the Law, in bondage, and have no other spirit but a spirit of bondage in them, they are slaves to sin, they are under the curse of the Law: they Are all as vassals under the Law, in bondage, and have no other Spirit but a Spirit of bondage in them, they Are slaves to since, they Are under the curse of the Law: pns32 vbr d c-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1, cc vhb dx j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr n2 p-acp n1, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (17) sermon (DIV2) 285 Page 153
2718 But now being brought to the Kingdom of Christ, they are made free, they are free Denizons of Heaven. But now being brought to the Kingdom of christ, they Are made free, they Are free Denizen of Heaven. cc-acp av vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr vvn j, pns32 vbr j n1 pp-f n1. (17) sermon (DIV2) 285 Page 153
2719 3ly And then from hence follows in the third place: 3ly And then from hence follows in the third place: av-j cc av p-acp av vvz p-acp dt ord n1: (17) sermon (DIV2) 286 Page 153
2720 All that are in Christ's Kingdom, have the priviledg of a free-trade to Heaven, they have free traffick to Heaven: All that Are in Christ's Kingdom, have the privilege of a free-trade to Heaven, they have free traffic to Heaven: av-d cst vbr p-acp npg1 n1, vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vhb j n1 p-acp n1: (17) sermon (DIV2) 286 Page 153
2721 there is now a blessed intercourse between Heaven and them, that they have by being subjects of this Kingdom: there is now a blessed intercourse between Heaven and them, that they have by being subject's of this Kingdom: a-acp vbz av dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1 cc pno32, cst pns32 vhb p-acp vbg n2-jn pp-f d n1: (17) sermon (DIV2) 286 Page 153
2722 As we know the subjects of this Kingdom have many freedoms that forreigners have not, that those that belong to another Kingdom have nothing to do with. As we know the subject's of this Kingdom have many freedoms that foreigners have not, that those that belong to Another Kingdom have nothing to do with. c-acp pns12 vvb dt n2-jn pp-f d n1 vhb d n2 cst n2 vhb xx, cst d cst vvb p-acp j-jn n1 vhb pix pc-acp vdi p-acp. (17) sermon (DIV2) 286 Page 153
2723 So the subjects of Christs Kingdom have a freedom of coming into Gods presence, of trading to the promised Land that others have not; So the subject's of Christ Kingdom have a freedom of coming into God's presence, of trading to the promised Land that Others have not; np1 dt n2-jn pp-f npg1 n1 vhb dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp ng1 n1, pp-f vvg p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cst n2-jn vhb xx; (17) sermon (DIV2) 286 Page 153
2724 others are cast out of Gods sight and cannot trade to Heaven so as beleevers do that are brought under the Kingdom of Christ. Others Are cast out of God's sighed and cannot trade to Heaven so as believers do that Are brought under the Kingdom of christ. n2-jn vbr vvn av pp-f npg1 n1 cc vmbx vvi p-acp n1 av p-acp n2 vdb d vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (17) sermon (DIV2) 286 Page 153
2725 4ly By vertue of this Kingdom they come to have right unto all the Ordinances of Christ: 4ly By virtue of this Kingdom they come to have right unto all the Ordinances of christ: av-j p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi j-jn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1: (17) sermon (DIV2) 287 Page 153
2726 And only by this we come (I say) to have right unto them, so as to be our own. And only by this we come (I say) to have right unto them, so as to be our own. cc av-j p-acp d pns12 vvb (pns11 vvb) pc-acp vhi j-jn p-acp pno32, av c-acp pc-acp vbi po12 d. (17) sermon (DIV2) 287 Page 153
2727 Indeed, Christ for the sake of such as are His Elect Ones, that He intends to bring into His Kingdom, He sends forth His Word, the preaching of the Word unto them ▪ but when they are brought into his Kingdom then they are under the Ministry of the Word in another way, Christ then is their great Pastor and Shepherd, Indeed, christ for the sake of such as Are His Elect Ones, that He intends to bring into His Kingdom, He sends forth His Word, the preaching of the Word unto them ▪ but when they Are brought into his Kingdom then they Are under the Ministry of the Word in Another Way, christ then is their great Pastor and Shepherd, np1, np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vbr po31 j pi2, d pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz av po31 n1, dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32 ▪ cc-acp c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1 av pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1, np1 av vbz po32 j n1 cc n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 287 Page 153
2728 and so His Ministers are in a more peculiar manner Pastors & Shepherds unto them. and so His Ministers Are in a more peculiar manner Pastors & Shepherd's unto them. cc av po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt av-dc j n1 ng1 cc n2 p-acp pno32. (17) sermon (DIV2) 287 Page 153
2729 And besides, there are other Ordinances that they have nothing to do withal till they be brought into the Kingdom of Christ, And beside, there Are other Ordinances that they have nothing to do withal till they be brought into the Kingdom of christ, cc a-acp, pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 cst pns32 vhb pix pc-acp vdi av c-acp pns32 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 287 Page 154
2730 namely, the seals of the Covenant, with some others that might be named: namely, the Seals of the Covenant, with Some Others that might be nam: av, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d n2-jn cst vmd vbi vvn: (17) sermon (DIV2) 287 Page 154
2731 That's the great privledge of those that are under the Kingdom of Christ, to have right to all Ordinances; That's the great privledge of those that Are under the Kingdom of christ, to have right to all Ordinances; d|vbz dt j n1 pp-f d cst vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vhi j-jn p-acp d n2; (17) sermon (DIV2) 287 Page 154
2732 Certainly all Saints and Beleevers, have right unto all, but they are to come in an orderly way to them. Certainly all Saints and Believers, have right unto all, but they Are to come in an orderly Way to them. av-j d n2 cc n2, vhb j-jn p-acp d, cc-acp pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno32. (17) sermon (DIV2) 287 Page 154
2733 5ly By being under the Kingdom of Christ, there is this Priviledge: Protection. As Kings should be the protectors of their subjects: 5ly By being under the Kingdom of christ, there is this Privilege: Protection. As Kings should be the Protectors of their subject's: av-j p-acp vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbz d n1: n1. p-acp n2 vmd vbi dt n2 pp-f po32 n2-jn: (17) sermon (DIV2) 288 Page 154
2734 Jesus Christ hath taken upon Him the protectors of their subjects: jesus christ hath taken upon Him the Protectors of their subject's: np1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno31 dt n2 pp-f po32 n2-jn: (17) sermon (DIV2) 288 Page 154
2735 Jesus Christs hath taken upon Him the protection of all such as come under Him, all power in Heaven and Earth is given unto Christ, jesus Christ hath taken upon Him the protection of all such as come under Him, all power in Heaven and Earth is given unto christ, np1 npg1 vhz vvn p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f d d c-acp vvb p-acp pno31, d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 288 Page 154
2736 and it is al exercised for their protection, to deliver them from dangers bodily, and spiritual, to protect their souls, they are under Christs Kingly power for protection; and it is all exercised for their protection, to deliver them from dangers bodily, and spiritual, to Pact their Souls, they Are under Christ Kingly power for protection; cc pn31 vbz av-d vvn p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n2 j, cc j, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, pns32 vbr p-acp npg1 j n1 p-acp n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 288 Page 154
2737 when any temptation to sin comes, they should fly unto Christ as King, to shield them from their enemies, when any temptation to since comes, they should fly unto christ as King, to shield them from their enemies, c-crq d n1 p-acp n1 vvz, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2, (17) sermon (DIV2) 288 Page 154
2738 when their spiritual enemies come in like a floud, then the Spirit of Christ sets up a standard against them. when their spiritual enemies come in like a flood, then the Spirit of christ sets up a standard against them. c-crq po32 j n2 vvb p-acp av-j dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32. (17) sermon (DIV2) 288 Page 154
2739 6ly They shall certainly have victory over all their enemies: 6ly They shall Certainly have victory over all their enemies: av-j pns32 vmb av-j vhi n1 p-acp d po32 n2: (17) sermon (DIV2) 289 Page 154
2740 This Kingdom shall never be shaken, let all the world conspire what they will against it, the gates of Hel shall not prevail against it, no cunning devises, no subtil waies shall ever overcome this Kingdom, no, This Kingdom shall never be shaken, let all the world conspire what they will against it, the gates of Hell shall not prevail against it, no cunning devises, no subtle ways shall ever overcome this Kingdom, no, d n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn, vvb d dt n1 vvb r-crq pns32 vmb p-acp pn31, dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31, dx j-jn n2, dx j n2 vmb av vvi d n1, uh-dx, (17) sermon (DIV2) 289 Page 154
2741 nor any one subject of this Kingdom. This is a priviledge beyond what is in the world. nor any one Subject of this Kingdom. This is a privilege beyond what is in the world. ccx d crd n-jn pp-f d n1. d vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1. (17) sermon (DIV2) 289 Page 154
2742 A Kingdom may preserve its self so as to continue a kingdom, but many subjects may be destroyed in the preservation of it: A Kingdom may preserve its self so as to continue a Kingdom, but many subject's may be destroyed in the preservation of it: dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp d n2-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (17) sermon (DIV2) 289 Page 154
2743 but this is such a kingdom as there shall never one subject be destroied in it, that is, Al the enemies shal never take off one subject from this kingdom; but this is such a Kingdom as there shall never one Subject be destroyed in it, that is, All the enemies shall never take off one Subject from this Kingdom; cc-acp d vbz d dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vmb av-x crd j-jn vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cst vbz, d dt n2 vmb av-x vvi a-acp crd j-jn p-acp d n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 289 Page 154
2744 indeed they may take away their bodily lives; indeed they may take away their bodily lives; av pns32 vmb vvi av po32 j n2; (17) sermon (DIV2) 289 Page 154
2745 but that is but a transferring of them to the more glorious part of the kingdom that they shall attain to: but that is but a transferring of them to the more glorious part of the Kingdom that they shall attain to: cc-acp d vbz p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f dt n1 cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp: (17) sermon (DIV2) 289 Page 154
2746 Then may a subject of this kingdom be said to be destroyed, when he shall be cut off from Christ and lose the grace that he hath received: Then may a Subject of this Kingdom be said to be destroyed, when he shall be Cut off from christ and loose the grace that he hath received: av vmb dt n-jn pp-f d n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp np1 cc vvi dt n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn: (17) sermon (DIV2) 289 Page 154
2747 but none shall be thus destroyed, but shall be preserved by Christ, and shall certainly overcome all enemies, both inward and outward. And that's a sixt priviledge. but none shall be thus destroyed, but shall be preserved by christ, and shall Certainly overcome all enemies, both inward and outward. And that's a sixt privilege. cc-acp pix vmb vbi av vvn, cc-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc vmb av-j vvi d n2, d j cc j. cc d|vbz dt ord n1. (17) sermon (DIV2) 289 Page 154
2748 7ly By being in this Kingdom, Beleevers are made every one of them Kings: 7ly By being in this Kingdom, Believers Are made every one of them Kings: av-j p-acp vbg p-acp d n1, n2 vbr vvn d crd pp-f pno32 n2: (17) sermon (DIV2) 290 Page 154
2749 though they be subjects in some sense unto Christ, yet Christ hath made them Kings and Priests unto God (so they are called in Scripture.) There's no kingdom where all the subjects are Kings; though they be subject's in Some sense unto christ, yet christ hath made them Kings and Priests unto God (so they Are called in Scripture.) There's no Kingdom where all the subject's Are Kings; c-acp pns32 vbb n2-jn p-acp d n1 p-acp np1, av np1 vhz vvn pno32 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 (av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1.) pc-acp|vbz dx n1 c-crq d dt n2-jn vbr n2; (17) sermon (DIV2) 290 Page 155
2750 it is so here, Christ makes all that come under His kingdom to be Kings, it is so Here, christ makes all that come under His Kingdom to be Kings, pn31 vbz av av, np1 vvz d cst vvb p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vbi n2, (17) sermon (DIV2) 290 Page 155
2751 and they have too (according to their Princely state) the Angels to be their guard; and they have too (according to their Princely state) the Angels to be their guard; cc pns32 vhb av (vvg p-acp po32 j n1) dt n2 pc-acp vbi po32 n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 290 Page 155
2752 as Kings have their guard where ever they go; as Kings have their guard where ever they go; c-acp n2 vhb po32 n1 c-crq av pns32 vvb; (17) sermon (DIV2) 290 Page 155
2753 so the poorest and meanest Beleever that is under this kingdom of Christ hath his guard of Angels wheresoever he goes; so the Poorest and Meanest Believer that is under this Kingdom of christ hath his guard of Angels wheresoever he Goes; av dt js cc js n1 cst vbz p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 vhz po31 n1 pp-f n2 c-crq pns31 vvz; (17) sermon (DIV2) 290 Page 155
2754 though it be a poor smokey hole or Cottage that he lives in, yet it is guarded by Angels, every night they keep the Door and watch about the Bed: though it be a poor smoky hold or Cottage that he lives in, yet it is guarded by Angels, every night they keep the Door and watch about the Bed: cs pn31 vbb dt j j n1 cc n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp, av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n2, d n1 pns32 vvb dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1: (17) sermon (DIV2) 290 Page 155
2755 Thus the Scripture tells us that the Angels are Ministring Spirits for Gods Elect. Thus the Scripture tells us that the Angels Are Ministering Spirits for God's Elect. av dt n1 vvz pno12 d dt n2 vbr j-vvg n2 p-acp npg1 np1 (17) sermon (DIV2) 290 Page 155
2756 8ly The benefit of this kingdom of Christ, It is Spiritual peace, and joy in the holy Ghost: 8ly The benefit of this Kingdom of christ, It is Spiritual peace, and joy in the holy Ghost: av-j dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz j n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j n1: (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 155
2757 So in Rom. 14. 17. The Kingdom of God consists not in meat and drink, but in righteousness, and peace, and joy in the holy Ghost; So in Rom. 14. 17. The Kingdom of God consists not in meat and drink, but in righteousness, and peace, and joy in the holy Ghost; av p-acp np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz xx p-acp n1 cc vvi, cc-acp p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 155
2758 There's another manner of peace than the world gives. There's Another manner of peace than the world gives. pc-acp|vbz j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cs dt n1 vvz. (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 155
2759 So Christ in John, 14. 17. Peace I leave with you, My peace I give unto you, not as the world giveth give I unto you. So christ in John, 14. 17. Peace I leave with you, My peace I give unto you, not as the world gives give I unto you. av np1 p-acp np1, crd crd n1 pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, po11 n1 pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, xx p-acp dt n1 vvz vvb pns11 p-acp pn22. (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 155
2760 It's the note of a learned Interpreter speaking of this place, I give not peace as the world gives; It's the note of a learned Interpreter speaking of this place, I give not peace as the world gives; pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvg pp-f d n1, pns11 vvb xx n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 155
2761 the world gives peace (saith he) by taking away afflictions from a troubled person; the world gives peace (Says he) by taking away afflictions from a troubled person; dt n1 vvz n1 (vvz pns31) p-acp vvg av n2 p-acp dt j-vvn n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 155
2762 but Christ gives peace by taking away a troubled person from affliction His meaning is this; but christ gives peace by taking away a troubled person from affliction His meaning is this; cc-acp np1 vvz n1 p-acp vvg av dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1 po31 n1 vbz d; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 155
2763 the worlds way to give peace is to take away trouble from us, but the way that Christ hath is to take the trouble of our hearts from our affliction; the world's Way to give peace is to take away trouble from us, but the Way that christ hath is to take the trouble of our hearts from our affliction; dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 vbz pc-acp vvi av vvi p-acp pno12, cc-acp dt n1 cst np1 vhz vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp po12 n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 155
2764 the world cannot give so long as the affliction continues, but Christ gives peace though the affliction doth continue; the world cannot give so long as the affliction continues, but christ gives peace though the affliction does continue; dt n1 vmbx vvi av av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz, cc-acp np1 vvz n1 cs dt n1 vdz vvi; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 155
2765 that's thus, Christ He takes off the troublesomness of mens hearts from the affliction; the world takes off the affliction from the trouble of mens hearts: that's thus, christ He Takes off the troublesomeness of men's hearts from the affliction; the world Takes off the affliction from the trouble of men's hearts: d|vbz av, np1 pns31 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2 p-acp dt n1; dt n1 vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2: (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 155
2766 now this is a great deal better peace when the trouble of our hearts is taken away though the affliction continues, rather than when the affliction is taken away and trouble of heart continues. now this is a great deal better peace when the trouble of our hearts is taken away though the affliction continues, rather than when the affliction is taken away and trouble of heart continues. av d vbz dt j n1 jc n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbz vvn av c-acp dt n1 vvz, av-c cs c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av cc n1 pp-f n1 vvz. (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 155
2767 I give peace, not as the world gives peace, 'tis inward peace, the worlds is outward, the world takes away some trouble, I give peace, not as the world gives peace, it's inward peace, the world's is outward, the world Takes away Some trouble, pns11 vvb n1, xx p-acp dt n1 vvz n1, pn31|vbz j n1, dt n2 vbz j, dt n1 vvz av d n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 155
2768 but I take away the very root of all trouble; the branches are taken away by the peace of the world; but I take away the very root of all trouble; the branches Are taken away by the peace of the world; cc-acp pns11 vvb av dt j n1 pp-f d n1; dt n2 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 155
2769 that is, whereas you had not trading before, nor the freedom of your estates before, you shall have that now; that is, whereas you had not trading before, nor the freedom of your estates before, you shall have that now; d vbz, cs pn22 vhd xx vvg a-acp, ccx dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 a-acp, pn22 vmb vhi d av; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 155
2770 but the root of all your trouble the world cannot take away, that is, sin, but I take away sin that is the root of all trouble. but the root of all your trouble the world cannot take away, that is, since, but I take away since that is the root of all trouble. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d po22 n1 dt n1 vmbx vvi av, cst vbz, n1, p-acp pns11 vvb av n1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1. (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2771 We may (through the blessing of God upon Armles, Parliament, we may) come to have outward peace, that is freedom from outward troubles; We may (through the blessing of God upon Armles, Parliament, we may) come to have outward peace, that is freedom from outward Troubles; pns12 vmb (p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j, n1, pns12 vmb) vvb pc-acp vhi j n1, cst vbz n1 p-acp j n2; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2772 Oh but there may be vexation and trouble in our spirits in the mean time. But Christs peace is especially in the conscience and heart, within doors; O but there may be vexation and trouble in our spirits in the mean time. But Christ peace is especially in the conscience and heart, within doors; uh cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1. p-acp npg1 n1 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp n2; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2773 we may have peace here mixed with abundance of sin and wickedness: we may have peace Here mixed with abundance of since and wickedness: pns12 vmb vhi n1 av vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2774 it may be procured in a sinful way, or it may be the cause of much sin; it may be procured in a sinful Way, or it may be the cause of much since; pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2775 but my peace is a holy peace, it doth further holiness wheresoever I give it, my peace is a lasting and a stable peace; but my peace is a holy peace, it does further holiness wheresoever I give it, my peace is a lasting and a stable peace; cc-acp po11 n1 vbz dt j n1, pn31 vdz av-j n1 c-crq pns11 vvb pn31, po11 n1 vbz dt j-vvg cc dt j n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2776 peace here may be but for a few months, but my peace shall be eternally, I give peace not as the world, that is the fruit of the kingdom of Christ: peace Here may be but for a few months, but my peace shall be eternally, I give peace not as the world, that is the fruit of the Kingdom of christ: n1 av vmb vbi cc-acp p-acp dt d n2, cc-acp po11 n1 vmb vbi av-j, pns11 vvb n1 xx p-acp dt n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2777 So the truth is, though there be many outward afflictions attend the Kingdom of Christ, So the truth is, though there be many outward afflictions attend the Kingdom of christ, av dt n1 vbz, cs pc-acp vbb d j n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2778 yet the Kingdom of Christ is alwaies in peace and in joy of the holy Ghost. yet the Kingdom of christ is always in peace and in joy of the holy Ghost. av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1. (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2779 That is a priviledge which we can never be crowned with but in the kingdom of Christ, That is a privilege which we can never be crowned with but in the Kingdom of christ, cst vbz dt n1 r-crq pns12 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2780 as we can never enjoy peace but here, all the peace that mens consciences have till they come under the kingdom of Christ it will turn to greater trouble, that peace they have and live loosly, not being subdued to the kingdom of Christ will turn to horror and misery; as we can never enjoy peace but Here, all the peace that men's Consciences have till they come under the Kingdom of christ it will turn to greater trouble, that peace they have and live loosely, not being subdued to the Kingdom of christ will turn to horror and misery; c-acp pns12 vmb av-x vvi n1 p-acp av, d dt n1 cst ng2 n2 vhb p-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vmb vvi p-acp jc n1, cst n1 pns32 vhb cc vvi av-j, xx vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2781 and so the joy that there is in the world it will turn to sorrow and vexation; and so the joy that there is in the world it will turn to sorrow and vexation; cc av dt n1 cst pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2782 'tis proper to the kingdom of Christ to have joy in the holy Ghost; it's proper to the Kingdom of christ to have joy in the holy Ghost; pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt j n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2783 thou mayest have joy in thy cups, joy in thy dishes, joy in thy mirth and wicked company, thou Mayest have joy in thy cups, joy in thy Dishes, joy in thy mirth and wicked company, pns21 vm2 vhi n1 p-acp po21 n2, vvb p-acp po21 n2, vvb p-acp po21 n1 cc j n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2784 but 'tis proper to the kingdom of Christ to bring joy unspeakable and glorious unto the soul; but it's proper to the Kingdom of christ to bring joy unspeakable and glorious unto the soul; cc-acp pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n1 j cc j p-acp dt n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2785 the soul never knows experimentally what the joy of the holy Ghost means, till it comes under the kingdom of Jesus Christ, it's the priviledge of the kingdom of Christ to bring spiritual peace which passeth all understanding, the soul never knows experimentally what the joy of the holy Ghost means, till it comes under the Kingdom of jesus christ, it's the privilege of the Kingdom of christ to bring spiritual peace which passes all understanding, dt n1 av-x vvz av-j r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi j n1 r-crq vvz d n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2786 and joy in the holy Ghost. and joy in the holy Ghost. cc n1 p-acp dt j n1. (17) sermon (DIV2) 291 Page 156
2787 Ninthly, This is a priviledg in the kingdom of Christ, That all that are in His Kingdom have right to all the gifts and graces of all the Saints in the world: Ninthly, This is a privilege in the Kingdom of christ, That all that Are in His Kingdom have right to all the Gifts and graces of all the Saints in the world: ord, d vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst d cst vbr p-acp po31 n1 vhb j-jn p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d dt n2 p-acp dt n1: (17) sermon (DIV2) 292 Page 156
2788 Whether Paul, or Apollos, or Cephus, or Life, or Death, all is yours, for you are Christs, Whither Paul, or Apollos, or Cephas, or Life, or Death, all is yours, for you Are Christ, cs np1, cc npg1, cc np1, cc n1, cc n1, d vbz png22, c-acp pn22 vbr npg1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 292 Page 156
2789 and Christ is Gods. They have (I say) right to all, all the gifts of all the Ministers of the world, and christ is God's They have (I say) right to all, all the Gifts of all the Ministers of the world, cc np1 vbz n2 pns32 vhb (pns11 vvb) j-jn p-acp d, d dt n2 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 292 Page 156
2790 and the graces of all the Saints they work for good unto them. and the graces of all the Saints they work for good unto them. cc dt n2 pp-f d dt n2 pns32 vvb p-acp j p-acp pno32. (17) sermon (DIV2) 292 Page 156
2791 Tenthly and lastly, They are all Heirs of Christ with an immortal Crown of glory, that is laid upon Heaven for them. Tenthly and lastly, They Are all Heirs of christ with an immortal Crown of glory, that is laid upon Heaven for them. ord cc ord, pns32 vbr d n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. (17) sermon (DIV2) 293 Page 157
2792 Thus Christs Kingdom is not of this world, the priviledges of it are beyond the worlds, which can only be seen by the eye of faith, Thus Christ Kingdom is not of this world, the privileges of it Are beyond the world's, which can only be seen by the eye of faith, av npg1 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbr p-acp dt n2, r-crq vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 293 Page 157
2793 for they are spiritual and glorious priviledges. for they Are spiritual and glorious privileges. c-acp pns32 vbr j cc j n2. (17) sermon (DIV2) 293 Page 157
2794 Quest. If you ask me why it is that God the Father would not have His Son to have his kingdom in this world? Certainly God might have given to Christ all the Government of this world, might have made Him the great Emperor, to have rul'd in an external way, Quest. If you ask me why it is that God the Father would not have His Son to have his Kingdom in this world? Certainly God might have given to christ all the Government of this world, might have made Him the great Emperor, to have ruled in an external Way, n1. cs pn22 vvb pno11 c-crq pn31 vbz cst np1 dt n1 vmd xx vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vhi po31 n1 p-acp d n1? av-j np1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp np1 d dt n1 pp-f d n1, vmd vhi vvn pno31 dt j n1, pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt j n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 294 Page 157
2795 and all His Subjects to have been in pomp and glory here below; and all His Subject's to have been in pomp and glory Here below; cc d po31 n2-jn pc-acp vhi vbn p-acp n1 cc n1 av a-acp; (17) sermon (DIV2) 294 Page 157
2796 but God would not have the kingdom of His Son here in this world for these reasons, but God would not have the Kingdom of His Son Here in this world for these Reasons, cc-acp np1 vmd xx vhi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av p-acp d n1 p-acp d n2, (17) sermon (DIV2) 294 Page 157
2797 Ans. First, Because that hereby He would confound the wisdom of the world, and shew the vanity of all the things of this present world, Ans. First, Because that hereby He would confound the Wisdom of the world, and show the vanity of all the things of this present world, np1 ord, c-acp cst av pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f d j n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 295 Page 157
2798 and the folly of the hearts of men that are set upon the things of this world; and the folly of the hearts of men that Are Set upon the things of this world; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 295 Page 157
2799 we look upon these things as great things, but God hath shewed that he doth not look upon them as great matters, we look upon these things as great things, but God hath showed that he does not look upon them as great matters, pns12 vvb p-acp d n2 c-acp j n2, cc-acp np1 vhz vvn cst pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp j n2, (17) sermon (DIV2) 295 Page 157
2800 but as things that have little value and excellency in them, and therfore He would not have His Son to have His kingdom here of this world; but as things that have little valve and excellency in them, and Therefore He would not have His Son to have His Kingdom Here of this world; cc-acp c-acp n2 cst vhb j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, cc av pns31 vmd xx vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vhi po31 n1 av pp-f d n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 295 Page 157
2801 surely if there were such excellent things here as men dream of, then undoubtedly Christ should have had His Kingdom of this world; surely if there were such excellent things Here as men dream of, then undoubtedly christ should have had His Kingdom of this world; av-j cs pc-acp vbdr d j n2 av p-acp n2 vvb pp-f, av av-j np1 vmd vhi vhn po31 n1 pp-f d n1; (17) sermon (DIV2) 295 Page 157
2802 but that God might confound all the glory and non-plus the wisdom of this world, but that God might confound all the glory and nonplus the Wisdom of this world, cc-acp cst np1 vmd vvi d dt n1 cc n1 dt n1 pp-f d n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 295 Page 157
2803 therefore he would go another way to work, God would so order things that He would fetch about the glory of his Name and those great things that he did intend from all eternity, He would fetch them about in a way that should be hidden from the eyes of the world, in a way that should appear contemptible in the eyes of the world, Therefore he would go Another Way to work, God would so order things that He would fetch about the glory of his Name and those great things that he did intend from all eternity, He would fetch them about in a Way that should be hidden from the eyes of the world, in a Way that should appear contemptible in the eyes of the world, av pns31 vmd vvi j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi, np1 vmd av vvi n2 cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc d j n2 cst pns31 vdd vvi p-acp d n1, pns31 vmd vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cst vmd vvi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 295 Page 157
2804 and he would by this rebuke and shame all the pride, folly, and vanity of the world, there is no greater rebuke of the pride, folly, and he would by this rebuke and shame all the pride, folly, and vanity of the world, there is no greater rebuke of the pride, folly, cc pns31 vmd p-acp d n1 cc vvi d dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 pp-f dt n1, n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 295 Page 157
2805 and vanity of the world than in my Text here, that saith, The Kingdom of Jesus Christ is not of this world. and vanity of the world than in my Text Here, that Says, The Kingdom of jesus christ is not of this world. cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cs p-acp po11 n1 av, cst vvz, dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (17) sermon (DIV2) 295 Page 157
2806 Secondly, Because the Lord delights so much in the exercise of the graces of His Spirit, the spiritual workings of the hearts of His Saints; Secondly, Because the Lord delights so much in the exercise of the graces of His Spirit, the spiritual workings of the hearts of His Saints; ord, p-acp dt n1 vvz av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n2; (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 157
2807 there's nothing that is ab extra from God, that is more delightful to Him than the exercises of the graces of His Spirit in the hearts of His Saints, (excepting what is in the Person of Christ himself) nothing more pleasing in all the works that ever God made in which He takes more pleasure than in the exercise of faith, there's nothing that is ab extra from God, that is more delightful to Him than the exercises of the graces of His Spirit in the hearts of His Saints, (excepting what is in the Person of christ himself) nothing more pleasing in all the works that ever God made in which He Takes more pleasure than in the exercise of faith, pc-acp|vbz pix cst vbz zz fw-la p-acp np1, cst vbz av-dc j p-acp pno31 cs dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, (vvg r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31) pix av-dc j-vvg p-acp d dt n2 cst av np1 vvd p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz dc n1 cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 158
2808 and of humility, and of patience, and the like; and the holiness of His Saints. and of humility, and of patience, and the like; and the holiness of His Saints. cc pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1, cc dt j; cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 158
2809 Now the less the Kingdom of Christ is of the world, the more bright and glorious do the graces of the Saints appear, the more do they come to be exercised; Now the less the Kingdom of christ is of the world, the more bright and glorious doe the graces of the Saints appear, the more do they come to be exercised; av dt av-dc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pp-f dt n1, dt av-dc j cc j n1 dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vvb, dt n1 vdb pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn; (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 158
2810 had the Saints a worldly glory and pomp here, their graces would not shine forth so eminent, there would not be such a spiritual lustre and shine upon them: had the Saints a worldly glory and pomp Here, their graces would not shine forth so eminent, there would not be such a spiritual lustre and shine upon them: vhd dt n2 dt j n1 cc n1 av, po32 n2 vmd xx vvi av av j, pc-acp vmd xx vbi d dt j n1 cc vvi p-acp pno32: (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 158
2811 but now that God may exercise, especially the grace of faith, and humility, and patience, and selfdenial, and brotherly love which are so precious to Him; but now that God may exercise, especially the grace of faith, and humility, and patience, and self-denial, and brotherly love which Are so precious to Him; cc-acp av cst np1 vmb vvi, av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc av-j vvi r-crq vbr av j p-acp pno31; (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 158
2812 therefore God hath so ordered things that the Kingdom of His Son should not be of this world, Therefore God hath so ordered things that the Kingdom of His Son should not be of this world, av np1 vhz av vvn n2 cst dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmd xx vbi pp-f d n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 158
2813 but it should be spiritual; (it may be) you think it a sad affliction that you have not those comforts that you see others have in the world, you have not such estates and bravery as others have, brave dwellings, costly furnitures, but it should be spiritual; (it may be) you think it a sad affliction that you have not those comforts that you see Others have in the world, you have not such estates and bravery as Others have, brave dwellings, costly furnitures, cc-acp pn31 vmd vbi j; (pn31 vmb vbi) pn22 vvb pn31 dt j n1 cst pn22 vhb xx d n2 cst pn22 vvi n2-jn vhb p-acp dt n1, pn22 vhb xx d n2 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn vhb, j n2, j n2, (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 158
2814 and fine cloaths as others have, and you cannot provide for your children as they do; and fine clothes as Others have, and you cannot provide for your children as they do; cc j n2 c-acp n2-jn vhb, cc pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp po22 n2 c-acp pns32 vdb; (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 158
2815 I but is there the exercise of faith in God in the want of these things; I but is there the exercise of faith in God in the want of these things; pns11 p-acp vbz pc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2; (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 158
2816 the exercise of humility, self-denial, of patience? know that these are more glorious things than if thou didst sit upon a Throne with a Crown of gold upon thy head and a Scepter in thy hand, the exercise of humility, self-denial, of patience? know that these Are more glorious things than if thou didst fit upon a Throne with a Crown of gold upon thy head and a Sceptre in thy hand, dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, pp-f n1? vvb cst d vbr av-dc j n2 av cs pns21 vdd2 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po21 n1 cc dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 158
2817 and al the people prostrating themselves before thee, this were all but a childish vanity in comparison of the exercise of the graces of Gods Spirit, thou hast that that is more excellent in the eyes of God and of His Son, and all the people prostrating themselves before thee, this were all but a childish vanity in comparison of the exercise of the graces of God's Spirit, thou hast that that is more excellent in the eyes of God and of His Son, cc d dt n1 vvg px32 p-acp pno21, d vbdr d p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, pns21 vh2 d cst vbz av-dc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc pp-f po31 n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 158
2818 and in the eyes of the blessed Angels, far more excel, lent than these outward, pompous, glorious, glittering vanities that are here: and in the eyes of the blessed Angels, Far more excel, lent than these outward, pompous, glorious, glittering vanities that Are Here: cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n2, av-j av-dc vvi, vvd cs d j, j, j, j-vvg n2 cst vbr av: (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 158
2819 & when thou findest by experience that the Kingdom of Christ is not of this world, Oh then think, that surely God delights much in the exercise of the graces of His Spirit in His Saints: & when thou Findest by experience that the Kingdom of christ is not of this world, O then think, that surely God delights much in the exercise of the graces of His Spirit in His Saints: cc c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, uh av vvb, cst av-j np1 vvz av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2: (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 158
2820 And this is the reason why he would not have the kingdom of Christ to be of this world. And this is the reason why he would not have the Kingdom of christ to be of this world. cc d vbz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmd xx vhi dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi pp-f d n1. (17) sermon (DIV2) 296 Page 158
2821 Thirdly and lastly, Therefore He would not have it to be of this world, that hereafter when the Lord shall come to fetch out all his glory from those things that seem to be the most contrary, that his power and wisdom may be more glorious and appear more evidently, that his glory may be more conspicuous: Thirdly and lastly, Therefore He would not have it to be of this world, that hereafter when the Lord shall come to fetch out all his glory from those things that seem to be the most contrary, that his power and Wisdom may be more glorious and appear more evidently, that his glory may be more conspicuous: ord cc ord, av pns31 vmd xx vhi pn31 pc-acp vbi pp-f d n1, cst av c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av d po31 n1 p-acp d n2 cst vvb pc-acp vbi dt av-ds j-jn, cst po31 n1 cc n1 vmb vbi av-dc j cc vvi av-dc av-j, cst po31 n1 vmb vbi av-dc j: (17) sermon (DIV2) 297 Page 158
2822 as certainly it will hereafter at the great Day when the issue of all the great designs that God had in sending of Christ into the world, as Certainly it will hereafter At the great Day when the issue of all the great designs that God had in sending of christ into the world, c-acp av-j pn31 vmb av p-acp dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f d dt j n2 cst np1 vhd p-acp vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 297 Page 158
2823 when the issue of all shall come and be accomplisht, then the Name of God will be so much the more honorable to all eternity, when the issue of all shall come and be accomplished, then the Name of God will be so much the more honourable to all eternity, c-crq dt n1 pp-f d vmb vvi cc vbi vvn, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi av av-d dt av-dc j p-acp d n1, (17) sermon (DIV2) 297 Page 158
2824 because He hath wrought out such glorious things, from that which did seem to the eye of flesh to be so mean and contemptible. Because He hath wrought out such glorious things, from that which did seem to the eye of Flesh to be so mean and contemptible. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn av d j n2, p-acp d r-crq vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi av j cc j. (17) sermon (DIV2) 297 Page 158
2825 APPLICATION. But by way of Application; and that shall be built upon the consideration of the point more generally; APPLICATION. But by Way of Application; and that shall be built upon the consideration of the point more generally; n1. cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1; cc cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-dc av-j; (18) part (DIV3) 297 Page 158
2826 and upon the Reasons that are named, why the Kingdom of Christ is not of this world. and upon the Reasons that Are nam, why the Kingdom of christ is not of this world. cc p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (18) part (DIV3) 298 Page 158
2827 From hence follow, thus much in the first place, That if the Kingdom of Christ be not of this world, From hence follow, thus much in the First place, That if the Kingdom of christ be not of this world, p-acp av vvi, av av-d p-acp dt ord n1, cst cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb xx pp-f d n1, (18) part (DIV3) 299 Page 158
2828 then there is a happiness beyond the things of this world to be had; that we must certainly conclude and determin: then there is a happiness beyond the things of this world to be had; that we must Certainly conclude and determine: cs pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi vhn; cst pns12 vmb av-j vvi cc vvi: (18) part (DIV3) 299 Page 158
2829 If we beleeve this point, That Christ Kingdom is not of this world, we must lay down this for a certain and infalible ground that we may build upon, That there is a happiness to be attained unto that is beyond this world, If we believe this point, That christ Kingdom is not of this world, we must lay down this for a certain and infallible ground that we may built upon, That there is a happiness to be attained unto that is beyond this world, cs pns12 vvb d n1, cst np1 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, pns12 vmb vvi a-acp d c-acp dt j cc j n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d vbz p-acp d n1, (18) part (DIV3) 299 Page 158
2830 for surely there is a good in the of Christ, there is somewhat beyond this world for the souls of the children of men to look after as their cheef good, as their happiness; for surely there is a good in the of christ, there is somewhat beyond this world for the Souls of the children of men to look After as their chief good, as their happiness; c-acp av-j a-acp vbz dt j p-acp dt pp-f np1, pc-acp vbz av p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po32 j-jn j, c-acp po32 n1; (18) part (DIV3) 299 Page 158
2831 that's a confectory that follows from it. that's a confectory that follows from it. d|vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pn31. (18) part (DIV3) 299 Page 158
2832 The Kingdom of Christ whatsoever it be, it's a glorious Kingdom, it is the Kingdom of His dear Son (as the Scripture speaks) and therefore very glorious: The Kingdom of christ whatsoever it be, it's a glorious Kingdom, it is the Kingdom of His dear Son (as the Scripture speaks) and Therefore very glorious: dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pn31 vbi, pn31|vbz dt j n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz) cc av av j: (18) part (DIV3) 299 Page 158
2833 And all the glory of the kingdom of Solomon, it was but to typifie out the glory of the Kingdom of Christ; And all the glory of the Kingdom of Solomon, it was but to typify out the glory of the Kingdom of christ; cc d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbds cc-acp pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (18) part (DIV3) 299 Page 158
2834 now that is not of this world: therefore there is some glory beyond that of this world: now that is not of this world: Therefore there is Some glory beyond that of this world: av cst vbz xx pp-f d n1: av pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp d pp-f d n1: (18) part (DIV3) 299 Page 158
2835 and it is a good sign of a spiritual eye and a spiritual heart, to be able to see an excellency and glory that is beyond this world; and it is a good Signen of a spiritual eye and a spiritual heart, to be able to see an excellency and glory that is beyond this world; cc pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc dt j n1, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp d n1; (18) part (DIV3) 299 Page 158
2836 to be able to look higher and further than this world can: to be able to look higher and further than this world can: pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi jc cc av-jc cs d n1 vmb: (18) part (DIV3) 299 Page 158
2837 We think that all the good things that God hath to communicate to the children of men, should be here on earth; We think that all the good things that God hath to communicate to the children of men, should be Here on earth; pns12 vvb cst d dt j n2 cst np1 vhz p-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, vmd vbi av p-acp n1; (18) part (DIV3) 299 Page 158
2838 but I beseech you consider of it: but I beseech you Consider of it: cc-acp pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pp-f pn31: (18) part (DIV3) 299 Page 158
2839 Can we think in our consciences that all the good things that God hath to cōmunicate to such as He loves should be here in this world? Certainly, no. Can we think in our Consciences that all the good things that God hath to communicate to such as He loves should be Here in this world? Certainly, no. vmb pns12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 cst d dt j n2 cst np1 vhz p-acp vvi p-acp d c-acp pns31 vvz vmd vbi av p-acp d n1? av-j, uh-dx. (18) part (DIV3) 299 Page 158
2840 Consider therefore that all the good things that God intends for his people are not of this world. Consider Therefore that all the good things that God intends for his people Are not of this world. np1 av cst d dt j n2 cst np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 vbr xx pp-f d n1. (18) part (DIV3) 299 Page 158
2841 First, It's called, An evil world. Truly it's no great matter, and we should not account much that the Kingdom of Christ is not of this world, if we consider these things: First, It's called, an evil world. Truly it's no great matter, and we should not account much that the Kingdom of christ is not of this world, if we Consider these things: ord, pn31|vbz vvn, dt j-jn n1. av-j pn31|vbz dx j n1, cc pns12 vmd xx vvi d cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, cs pns12 vvb d n2: (18) part (DIV3) 300 Page 160
2842 First, That this world it is an evil world. Gal. 4. We are delivered from this evil world. First, That this world it is an evil world. Gal. 4. We Are Delivered from this evil world. ord, cst d n1 pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1. np1 crd pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d j-jn n1. (18) part (DIV3) 301 Page 160
2843 Secondly, It's a world, that the Devil (in Scripture) is called the god of, Secondly, It's a world, that the devil (in Scripture) is called the god of, ord, pn31|vbz dt n1, cst dt n1 (p-acp n1) vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f, (18) part (DIV3) 302 Page 160
2844 and the prince of this world; 2 Cor. 4. 4. Whose eyes the god of this world hath blinded. and the Prince of this world; 2 Cor. 4. 4. Whose eyes the god of this world hath blinded. cc dt n1 pp-f d n1; crd np1 crd crd rg-crq n2 dt n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vvn. (18) part (DIV3) 302 Page 160
2845 Surely all the good things that God hath to communicate to His Saints, are not of this world, that is an evil world, that is a world that the very Devil is god of it (in scripture phrase.) Surely all the good things that God hath to communicate to His Saints, Are not of this world, that is an evil world, that is a world that the very devil is god of it (in scripture phrase.) av-j d dt j n2 cst np1 vhz p-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, vbr xx pp-f d n1, cst vbz dt j-jn n1, cst vbz dt n1 cst dt j n1 vbz n1 pp-f pn31 (p-acp n1 n1.) (18) part (DIV3) 302 Page 160
2846 Thirdly, A world all whose bravery and pomp and glory it is not of the Father. 1 John, 2. 16. you have an epitomy there of what the excellency of the world is; Thirdly, A world all whose bravery and pomp and glory it is not of the Father. 1 John, 2. 16. you have an epitome there of what the excellency of the world is; ord, dt n1 d r-crq n1 cc n1 cc n1 pn31 vbz xx pp-f dt n1. crd np1, crd crd pn22 vhb dt n1 a-acp pp-f r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz; (18) part (DIV3) 303 Page 160
2847 for saith he, All that is in the world, the lusts of the flesh, lusts of the eyes, and the pride of life: for Says he, All that is in the world, the Lustiest of the Flesh, Lustiest of the eyes, and the pride of life: p-acp vvz pns31, d cst vbz p-acp dt n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, n2 pp-f dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1: (18) part (DIV3) 303 Page 160
2848 Under these three heads are all things that the men of the world look upon as desirable; Under these three Heads Are all things that the men of the world look upon as desirable; p-acp d crd n2 vbr d n2 cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp p-acp j; (18) part (DIV3) 303 Page 160
2849 either they are the lusts of the flesh, the lusts of the eyes, or the pride of life: either they Are the Lustiest of the Flesh, the Lustiest of the eyes, or the pride of life: d pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1: (18) part (DIV3) 303 Page 160
2850 But saith he, All that is in the world, is not of the Father, but is of the world. But Says he, All that is in the world, is not of the Father, but is of the world. cc-acp vvz pns31, d cst vbz p-acp dt n1, vbz xx pp-f dt n1, cc-acp vbz pp-f dt n1. (18) part (DIV3) 303 Page 160
2851 Surely the chief things that God hath to communicate to His Saints, are not of the things of this world; Surely the chief things that God hath to communicate to His Saints, Are not of the things of this world; av-j dt j-jn n2 cst np1 vhz p-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, vbr xx pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1; (18) part (DIV3) 303 Page 160
2852 for all that is in the world, is not of the Father, And wouldest not thou have the riches of the Father? 'Tis true, God is the Creator of all things, for all that is in the world, is not of the Father, And Wouldst not thou have the riches of the Father? It's true, God is the Creator of all things, p-acp d cst vbz p-acp dt n1, vbz xx pp-f dt n1, cc vmd2 xx pns21 vhi dt n2 pp-f dt n1? pn31|vbz j, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, (18) part (DIV3) 303 Page 160
2853 and hath the dispose of all things; and hath the dispose of all things; cc vhz dt n1 pp-f d n2; (18) part (DIV3) 303 Page 160
2854 but that that the men of the world look upon as the excellent things that are here, they are not of the Father, they are none of the good things that God the Father hath to bestow upon His children; but that that the men of the world look upon as the excellent things that Are Here, they Are not of the Father, they Are none of the good things that God the Father hath to bestow upon His children; cc-acp cst d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp p-acp dt j n2 cst vbr av, pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr pix pp-f dt j n2 cst np1 dt n1 vhz p-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2; (18) part (DIV3) 303 Page 160
2855 and therefore surely, there is a happiness beyond the things of this world. and Therefore surely, there is a happiness beyond the things of this world. cc av av-j, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1. (18) part (DIV3) 303 Page 160
2856 Oh my Brethren, that I could but so take off the hearts of people by this point from the things of this world, O my Brothers, that I could but so take off the hearts of people by this point from the things of this world, uh po11 n2, cst pns11 vmd cc-acp av vvb a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, (18) part (DIV3) 303 Page 160
2857 as to make them look after the Kingdom of Christ that is not of this world; as to make them look After the Kingdom of christ that is not of this world; c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbz xx pp-f d n1; (18) part (DIV3) 303 Page 160
2858 for you see that all that is here in the world, the Scripture saith, it is not of the Father. for you see that all that is Here in the world, the Scripture Says, it is not of the Father. c-acp pn22 vvb cst d cst vbz av p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz, pn31 vbz xx pp-f dt n1. (18) part (DIV3) 303 Page 160
2859 Fourthly, As all the excellent things are not of the Father, so the truth is, all the glory that is in the world it is but darkness, it is a dungeon of darkness to a spiritual eye: Fourthly, As all the excellent things Are not of the Father, so the truth is, all the glory that is in the world it is but darkness, it is a dungeon of darkness to a spiritual eye: ord, p-acp d dt j n2 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, av dt n1 vbz, d dt n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1: (18) part (DIV3) 304 Page 160
2860 As the Bats can see in the night; As the Bats can see in the night; c-acp dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; (18) part (DIV3) 304 Page 160
2861 so the men of the world they think they see some glittering here in the world; so the men of the world they think they see Some glittering Here in the world; av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vvb pns32 vvb d vvg av p-acp dt n1; (18) part (DIV3) 304 Page 160
2862 but in the language of Scripture, and to spiritual hearts, it is but darkness: but in the language of Scripture, and to spiritual hearts, it is but darkness: cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp j n2, pn31 vbz p-acp n1: (18) part (DIV3) 304 Page 160
2863 Hence the Apostle Eph. 6. 12. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities and powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world. Hence the Apostle Ephesians 6. 12. For we wrestle not against Flesh and blood, but against principalities and Powers, against the Rulers of the darkness of this world. av dt n1 np1 crd crd c-acp pns12 vvb xx p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1. (18) part (DIV3) 304 Page 161
2864 Rulers of the darkness of this world are the unclean spirits, spiritual wickednesses; Rulers of the darkness of this world Are the unclean spirits, spiritual Wickednesses; n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbr dt j n2, j n2; (18) part (DIV3) 304 Page 161
2865 the Devils are the Rulers of the darkness of this world, this world it hath a darkness in it, the Devils Are the Rulers of the darkness of this world, this world it hath a darkness in it, dt n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, d n1 pn31 vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31, (18) part (DIV3) 304 Page 161
2866 and therefore surely, the chief good things that God hath to bestow upon the Saints, they are things that are beyond this world. and Therefore surely, the chief good things that God hath to bestow upon the Saints, they Are things that Are beyond this world. cc av av-j, dt j-jn j n2 cst np1 vhz p-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, pns32 vbr n2 cst vbr p-acp d n1. (18) part (DIV3) 304 Page 161
2867 Fifthly, The world knows not God, John, 17 ▪ 25. The world is that that Christ saith, doth not know the Father; Fifthly, The world knows not God, John, 17 ▪ 25. The world is that that christ Says, does not know the Father; ord, dt n1 vvz xx np1, np1, crd ▪ crd dt n1 vbz d cst np1 vvz, vdz xx vvi dt n1; (18) part (DIV3) 305 Page 161
2868 Oh, righteous Father, the world hath not known thee. O, righteous Father, the world hath not known thee. uh, j n1, dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno21. (18) part (DIV3) 305 Page 161
2869 Take men that are the wisest of the world, and have all the wisdom that this world can afford, it will not help them to the knowledge of the Father, the world knows not those excellent and glorious things that are of the Father. Take men that Are the Wisest of the world, and have all the Wisdom that this world can afford, it will not help them to the knowledge of the Father, the world knows not those excellent and glorious things that Are of the Father. vvb n2 cst vbr dt js pp-f dt n1, cc vhb d dt n1 cst d n1 vmb vvi, pn31 vmb xx vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vvz xx d j cc j n2 cst vbr pp-f dt n1. (18) part (DIV3) 305 Page 161
2870 Sixthly, The world it lies in wickedness, 1 John, 5. 19. (as sometimes I have opened that Scripture to you) Just as you see in a common shore, a carion, a dead dog that lies over head and ears in the mire or mud in a common shore, and in its own filthiness: Sixthly, The world it lies in wickedness, 1 John, 5. 19. (as sometime I have opened that Scripture to you) Just as you see in a Common shore, a carrion, a dead dog that lies over head and ears in the mire or mud in a Common shore, and in its own filthiness: j, dt n1 pn31 vvz p-acp n1, crd np1, crd crd (c-acp av pns11 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp pn22) av c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp dt j n1, dt n1, dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp po31 d n1: (18) part (DIV3) 306 Page 161
2871 so the whole world lies in wickedness, the wickedness of the world is like the common shore, in wch there is nothing but filth and dirt; so the Whole world lies in wickedness, the wickedness of the world is like the Common shore, in which there is nothing but filth and dirt; av dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j dt j n1, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz pix p-acp n1 cc n1; (18) part (DIV3) 306 Page 161
2872 and the world as a dead carion lies in its own pollutions; and the world as a dead carrion lies in its own pollutions; cc dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp po31 d n2; (18) part (DIV3) 306 Page 161
2873 surely, then there are other things that God hath to communicate to his Saints than the things of this world: surely, then there Are other things that God hath to communicate to his Saints than the things of this world: av-j, cs pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 cst np1 vhz p-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2 cs dt n2 pp-f d n1: (18) part (DIV3) 306 Page 161
2874 and we should not be offended though the Kingdom of Christ be not of this world. and we should not be offended though the Kingdom of christ be not of this world. cc pns12 vmd xx vbi vvn cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb xx pp-f d n1. (18) part (DIV3) 306 Page 161
2875 Seventhly, The world it passeth away with the lusts of it, 1 John, 2. 17. it is a notable Scripture for that: Seventhly, The world it passes away with the Lustiest of it, 1 John, 2. 17. it is a notable Scripture for that: crd, dt n1 pn31 vvz av p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, crd np1, crd crd pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d: (18) part (DIV3) 307 Page 161
2876 And the world passeth away, and the lusts thereof; And the world passes away, and the Lustiest thereof; cc dt n1 vvz av, cc dt n2 av; (18) part (DIV3) 307 Page 161
2877 but he that doth the will of God, abideth for ever, (speaking before of what was the glory of the world) and it passeth away with the lusts thereof. but he that does the will of God, Abideth for ever, (speaking before of what was the glory of the world) and it passes away with the Lustiest thereof. cc-acp pns31 cst vdz dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz p-acp av, (vvg a-acp pp-f r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1) cc pn31 vvz av p-acp dt n2 av. (18) part (DIV3) 307 Page 161
2878 Mark, Not only the things of the world passeaway, but the very lusts to those things passeth away: Mark, Not only the things of the world passeaway, but the very Lustiest to those things passes away: n1, xx av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n1 n1, cc-acp dt j n2 p-acp d n2 vvz av: (18) part (DIV3) 307 Page 161
2879 As now, men and women who have their healths, and live bravely for a while, Oh! how greedy are they for the contents of this world? how do they long and desire that they might have such a merry meeting with such friends, As now, men and women who have their healths, and live bravely for a while, Oh! how greedy Are they for the contents of this world? how do they long and desire that they might have such a merry meeting with such Friends, c-acp av, n2 cc n2 r-crq vhb po32 n2, cc vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, uh q-crq j vbr pns32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1? q-crq vdb pns32 vvb cc vvb cst pns32 vmd vhi d dt j n1 p-acp d n2, (18) part (DIV3) 307 Page 161
2880 and such cheer, and such commings in; They make provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof. and such cheer, and such comings in; They make provision for the Flesh, to fulfil the Lustiest thereof. cc d n1, cc d n2-vvg p-acp; pns32 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 av. (18) part (DIV3) 307 Page 161
2881 But now (mark) within a little while, not only these comforts shall be taken from them, But now (mark) within a little while, not only these comforts shall be taken from them, p-acp av (n1) p-acp dt j n1, xx av-j d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32, (18) part (DIV3) 307 Page 161
2882 but the very lusts of them shall passe away; that is, they shal have no mind in the world to them: but the very Lustiest of them shall pass away; that is, they shall have no mind in the world to them: cc-acp dt j n2 pp-f pno32 vmb vvi av; d vbz, pns32 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32: (18) part (DIV3) 307 Page 162
2883 Take a poor man that was wont to long for these things, when he lieth upon his sick bed, at the point of death, Take a poor man that was wont to long for these things, when he lies upon his sick Bed, At the point of death, vvb dt j n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp j c-acp d n2, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (18) part (DIV3) 307 Page 162
2884 now he looks upon these things as those things that are dry leaves, he hath no mind to them, not so much as a phansie after these things, all the varnish of the things of the world are gone in his eyes, he tasts them no more than the white of an eg, now he looks upon these things as those things that Are dry leaves, he hath no mind to them, not so much as a fancy After these things, all the varnish of the things of the world Are gone in his eyes, he tastes them no more than the white of an egg, av pns31 vvz p-acp d n2 c-acp d n2 cst vbr j n2, pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp pno32, xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2, d dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvz pno32 av-dx dc cs dt j-jn pp-f dt zz, (18) part (DIV3) 307 Page 162
2885 yea, the desire of his heart is dead to them: yea, the desire of his heart is dead to them: uh, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz j p-acp pno32: (18) part (DIV3) 307 Page 162
2886 as now, a man that lusted after drink, when his desire is satisfied, the very desire after it is gon; as now, a man that lusted After drink, when his desire is satisfied, the very desire After it is gone; c-acp av, dt n1 cst vvd p-acp n1, c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn, dt j n1 p-acp pn31 vbz vvn; (18) part (DIV3) 307 Page 162
2887 and one that liv'd in gluttony, when his body is a little distempered, the very lusts therof passeth away: and one that lived in gluttony, when his body is a little distempered, the very Lustiest thereof passes away: cc pi cst vvd p-acp n1, c-crq po31 n1 vbz dt j vvn, dt j n2 av vvz av: (18) part (DIV3) 307 Page 162
2888 surely there are other things that God hath for his people than the things of this world. surely there Are other things that God hath for his people than the things of this world. av-j pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 cst np1 vhz p-acp po31 n1 cs dt n2 pp-f d n1. (18) part (DIV3) 307 Page 162
2889 Eightly, There must be somwhat else besides the things of this world: Eighth, There must be somewhat Else beside the things of this world: ord, a-acp vmb vbi av av p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1: (18) part (DIV3) 308 Page 162
2890 for Christ Himself is not of this world, John, 8. 23. Are all the good things that the Father hath to cōmunicate of this world, for christ Himself is not of this world, John, 8. 23. are all the good things that the Father hath to communicate of this world, p-acp np1 px31 vbz xx pp-f d n1, np1, crd crd vbr d dt j n2 cst dt n1 vhz p-acp vvi pp-f d n1, (18) part (DIV3) 308 Page 162
2891 and not Christ Himself of this world? Let me tell you, Christ is the greatest gift that ever was given, and not christ Himself of this world? Let me tell you, christ is the greatest gift that ever was given, cc xx np1 px31 pp-f d n1? vvb pno11 vvi pn22, np1 vbz dt js n1 cst av vbds vvn, (18) part (DIV3) 308 Page 162
2892 or possibly could be received, and yet Christ is not of this world; or possibly could be received, and yet christ is not of this world; cc av-j vmd vbi vvn, cc av np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1; (18) part (DIV3) 308 Page 162
2893 therefore there is somwhat else besides the things of this world, that God hath for some of the children of men, that He intends good unto. Therefore there is somewhat Else beside the things of this world, that God hath for Some of the children of men, that He intends good unto. av a-acp vbz av av p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cst np1 vhz p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, cst pns31 vvz j p-acp. (18) part (DIV3) 308 Page 162
2894 Ninthly, The Saints are said, not to be of this world, Joh. 15. 19. & 17. 14. If they be not of this world, Ninthly, The Saints Are said, not to be of this world, John 15. 19. & 17. 14. If they be not of this world, ord, dt n2 vbr vvn, xx pc-acp vbi pp-f d n1, np1 crd crd cc crd crd cs pns32 vbb xx pp-f d n1, (18) part (DIV3) 309 Page 162
2895 then their happiness is not here, God hath other happiness for them than that which is here. then their happiness is not Here, God hath other happiness for them than that which is Here. cs po32 n1 vbz xx av, np1 vhz j-jn n1 p-acp pno32 av cst r-crq vbz av. (18) part (DIV3) 309 Page 162
2896 Tenthly, The Scripture makes it to be a sign of a child of wrath that he walks according to the course of this world (in 2 Joh. 2.) this is enough to describe a child of wrath. Tenthly, The Scripture makes it to be a Signen of a child of wrath that he walks according to the course of this world (in 2 John 2.) this is enough to describe a child of wrath. ord, dt n1 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cst pns31 vvz vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 (p-acp crd np1 crd) d vbz av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (18) part (DIV3) 310 Page 162
2897 Eleventhly, It's made a sign of one that is an enemy to God; Eleventhly, It's made a Signen of one that is an enemy to God; ord, pn31|vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f pi cst vbz dt n1 p-acp np1; (18) part (DIV3) 311 Page 162
2898 and that's hateful before God, that is a lover of this world, Jam. 4. 4. And 1 Joh. 2. 15. He that loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him; and that's hateful before God, that is a lover of this world, Jam. 4. 4. And 1 John 2. 15. He that loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him; cc d|vbz j p-acp np1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, np1 crd crd cc crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx p-acp pno31; (18) part (DIV3) 311 Page 162
2899 and the friendship of the world is enmity to God (saith the Holy Ghost in those two Scriptures ▪) If so be that in the world there were the special things that God hath to communicate to the Children of men; and the friendship of the world is enmity to God (Says the Holy Ghost in those two Scriptures ▪) If so be that in the world there were the special things that God hath to communicate to the Children of men; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz n1 p-acp np1 (vvz dt j n1 p-acp d crd n2 ▪) cs av vbb d p-acp dt n1 a-acp vbdr dt j n2 cst np1 vhz p-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (18) part (DIV3) 311 Page 162
2900 certainly then God would have his people to love the world, He would say, Love these things, Certainly then God would have his people to love the world, He would say, Love these things, av-j cs np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vmd vvi, vvb d n2, (18) part (DIV3) 311 Page 162
2901 for these are the fruits of my favor and love, these are part of the riches that I have to communicate to those that I intend good to; for these Are the fruits of my favour and love, these Are part of the riches that I have to communicate to those that I intend good to; p-acp d vbr dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 cc n1, d vbr n1 pp-f dt n2 cst pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp d cst pns11 vvb j p-acp; (18) part (DIV3) 311 Page 162
2902 and therefore delight in these, expatiate your heart in these: Oh me! saith the holy Ghost, whosoever loves the world is an enemy to God. and Therefore delight in these, expatiate your heart in these: O me! Says the holy Ghost, whosoever loves the world is an enemy to God. cc av vvi p-acp d, j po22 n1 p-acp d: uh pno11! vvz dt j n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1. (18) part (DIV3) 311 Page 163
2903 And, if the love of the world be in you, the love of the Father is not in you: And, if the love of the world be in you, the love of the Father is not in you: np1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb p-acp pn22, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx p-acp pn22: (18) part (DIV3) 311 Page 163
2904 surely then here are not the things that God intends for the children of men. surely then Here Are not the things that God intends for the children of men. av-j av av vbr xx dt n2 cst np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (18) part (DIV3) 311 Page 163
2905 Twelfthly, The world is that that shall be condemned: 1 Cor. 11. 32. That ye may not be condemned with the world ▪ that notes that God intends to condemn this whol world, all these things are under the sentence of death, Twelfthly, The world is that that shall be condemned: 1 Cor. 11. 32. That you may not be condemned with the world ▪ that notes that God intends to condemn this Whole world, all these things Are under the sentence of death, ord, dt n1 vbz d cst vmb vbi vvn: crd np1 crd crd cst pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 ▪ d n2 cst np1 vvz pc-acp vvi d j-jn n1, d d n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (18) part (DIV3) 312 Page 163
2906 and all the men of the world are condemned before God; and all the men of the world Are condemned before God; cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp np1; (18) part (DIV3) 312 Page 163
2907 and therefore these are not the things that men should so much look after to make them happy. and Therefore these Are not the things that men should so much look After to make them happy. cc av d vbr xx dt n2 cst n2 vmd av av-d vvi c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 j. (18) part (DIV3) 312 Page 163
2908 Thirteenthly, Take all the world together; the Scripture speaks by way of supposition, That a man may gain the whol world, Thirteenthly, Take all the world together; the Scripture speaks by Way of supposition, That a man may gain the Whole world, ord, vvb d dt n1 av; dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1, (18) part (DIV3) 313 Page 163
2909 and yet his soul be lost for ever; and yet his soul be lost for ever; cc av po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp av; (18) part (DIV3) 313 Page 163
2910 If one man could get all the world in to his possession and thereby lose his soul, it would be an ill bargain; If one man could get all the world in to his possession and thereby loose his soul, it would be an ill bargain; cs crd n1 vmd vvi d dt n1 p-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc av vvi po31 n1, pn31 vmd vbi dt j-jn n1; (18) part (DIV3) 313 Page 163
2911 the world then hath no such excellency in it as we should place our happiness in it; the world then hath not such excellency in it as we should place our happiness in it; dt n1 av vhz xx d n1 p-acp pn31 c-acp pns12 vmd vvi po12 n1 p-acp pn31; (18) part (DIV3) 313 Page 163
2912 God hath something else for His people than these things that are at the best under Moon-vanities. God hath something Else for His people than these things that Are At the best under Moon-vanities. np1 vhz pi av p-acp po31 n1 cs d n2 cst vbr p-acp dt js p-acp n2. (18) part (DIV3) 313 Page 163
2913 Fourteenthly, If Christs Kingdom is not of this world; then certainly those that are of the world are not of His Kingdom; Fourteenthly, If Christ Kingdom is not of this world; then Certainly those that Are of the world Are not of His Kingdom; crd, cs npg1 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1; av av-j d cst vbr pp-f dt n1 vbr xx pp-f po31 n1; (18) part (DIV3) 314 Page 163
2914 for these two cannot stand together, that Christs Kingdom should not be of this world, for these two cannot stand together, that Christ Kingdom should not be of this world, p-acp d crd vmbx vvi av, cst npg1 n1 vmd xx vbi pp-f d n1, (18) part (DIV3) 314 Page 163
2915 and yet that these that are of the world should be of his Kingdom, if such as are of the world are none of his kingdom, and yet that these that Are of the world should be of his Kingdom, if such as Are of the world Are none of his Kingdom, cc av cst d cst vbr pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi pp-f po31 n1, cs d c-acp vbr pp-f dt n1 vbr pix pp-f po31 n1, (18) part (DIV3) 314 Page 163
2916 then certainly a worldly man or woman is not of the kingdom of Christ, Christ owns them not as under His kingdom, they are Vagabonds and Runnagates not under the protection of Jesus Christ, not partakers of any priviledg of Jesus Christ. then Certainly a worldly man or woman is not of the Kingdom of christ, christ owns them not as under His Kingdom, they Are Vagabonds and Runagates not under the protection of jesus christ, not partakers of any privilege of jesus christ. av av-j dt j n1 cc n1 vbz xx pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 vvz pno32 xx c-acp p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vbr n2 cc n2 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, xx n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 np1. (18) part (DIV3) 314 Page 163
2917 Quest ▪ You will say to me, How should one know when a man is a man of this world? The Scripture makes a plain distinction of some that are of this world, and some not; Quest ▪ You will say to me, How should one know when a man is a man of this world? The Scripture makes a plain distinction of Some that Are of this world, and Some not; n1 ▪ pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, q-crq vmd pi vvi c-crq dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1? dt n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f d cst vbr pp-f d n1, cc d xx; (18) part (DIV3) 315 Page 163
2918 the best of all you will say they have hearts worldly enough, and they desire to have the comforts of this world as well as others? well, the best of all you will say they have hearts worldly enough, and they desire to have the comforts of this world as well as Others? well, dt js pp-f d pn22 vmb vvi pns32 vhb n2 j av-d, cc pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi dt n2 pp-f d n1 c-acp av c-acp n2-jn? uh-av, (18) part (DIV3) 315 Page 163
2919 though there are some, yet we had need look to our selves; though there Are Some, yet we had need look to our selves; cs pc-acp vbr d, av pns12 vhd n1 vvi p-acp po12 n2; (18) part (DIV3) 315 Page 163
2920 to examine whether we be of the world yea or no, for there lies thus much upon it, that if we be of the world we are not of the kingdom of Christ; to examine whither we be of the world yea or no, for there lies thus much upon it, that if we be of the world we Are not of the Kingdom of christ; pc-acp vvi cs pns12 vbb pp-f dt n1 uh cc uh-dx, c-acp pc-acp vvz av av-d p-acp pn31, cst cs pns12 vbb pp-f dt n1 pns12 vbr xx pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (18) part (DIV3) 315 Page 163
2921 now I would give you but these three notes of a man of the world. now I would give you but these three notes of a man of the world. av pns11 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp d crd n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (18) part (DIV3) 315 Page 163
2922 Answ. The first is this, One that is a man of the world is such an one as could be content if God would let him live here in this world, Answer The First is this, One that is a man of the world is such an one as could be content if God would let him live Here in this world, np1 dt ord vbz d, pi cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz d dt crd c-acp vmd vbi j cs np1 vmd vvi pno31 vvi av p-acp d n1, (18) part (DIV3) 316 Page 164
2923 and enjoy what he doth, he would be content for to live here for ever, and enjoy what he does, he would be content for to live Here for ever, cc vvi r-crq pns31 vdz, pns31 vmd vbi j c-acp pc-acp vvi av c-acp av, (18) part (DIV3) 316 Page 164
2924 and could be satisfied though he never enjoyed any thing from God but what he hath received here, and could be satisfied though he never enjoyed any thing from God but what he hath received Here, cc vmd vbi vvn cs pns31 av-x vvd d n1 p-acp np1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn av, (18) part (DIV3) 316 Page 164
2925 if he might alwaies bold it. if he might always bold it. cs pns31 vmd av j pn31. (18) part (DIV3) 316 Page 164
2926 Here's an evident Argument of a man of the world, I mean such a man as hath health of body in this world, he hath for outwards as much as the world can afford any man, that for the properness of his body, his comliness, his health, he hath as much as the world can give, he hath convenient dwelling, with all accommodations belonging thereunto, Here's an evident Argument of a man of the world, I mean such a man as hath health of body in this world, he hath for outward as much as the world can afford any man, that for the properness of his body, his comeliness, his health, he hath as much as the world can give, he hath convenient Dwelling, with all accommodations belonging thereunto, av|vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vvb d dt n1 c-acp vhz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vhz p-acp av-j c-acp d c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi d n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, pns31 vhz p-acp d c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi, pns31 vhz j n-vvg, p-acp d n2 vvg av, (18) part (DIV3) 316 Page 164
2927 and he hath the comings in of the world as much as his heart can desire, he hath his wife and children about him, in which he hath a great deal of delight and content; and he hath the comings in of the world as much as his heart can desire, he hath his wife and children about him, in which he hath a great deal of delight and content; cc pns31 vhz dt n2-vvg p-acp pp-f dt n1 c-acp d c-acp po31 n1 vmb vvi, pns31 vhz po31 n1 cc n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (18) part (DIV3) 316 Page 164
2928 now, I would but put it to this man, What sayest thou? would not this satisfie thy heart if thou mightest alwaies be here, alwaies have thy house, now, I would but put it to this man, What Sayest thou? would not this satisfy thy heart if thou Mightest always be Here, always have thy house, av, pns11 vmd cc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n1, q-crq vv2 pns21? vmd xx d vvi po21 n1 cs pns21 vmd2 av vbi av, av vhb po21 n1, (18) part (DIV3) 316 Page 164
2929 and gardens, and walks, and these comings in that thou hast now, that thou mightest fare deliciously every day, and gardens, and walks, and these comings in that thou hast now, that thou Mightest fare deliciously every day, cc n2, cc n2, cc d n2-vvg p-acp d pns21 vh2 av, cst pns21 vmd2 vvi av-j d n1, (18) part (DIV3) 316 Page 164
2930 and have the sweet and fat of the world, would it not satisfie thy soul, though God should never give thee any thing else but this? and have the sweet and fat of the world, would it not satisfy thy soul, though God should never give thee any thing Else but this? cc vhb dt j cc j pp-f dt n1, vmd pn31 xx vvi po21 n1, cs np1 vmd av-x vvi pno21 d n1 av p-acp d? (18) part (DIV3) 316 Page 164
2931 I beseech you, in your own thoughts, answer even to God this question, and seriously look into your hearts, I beseech you, in your own thoughts, answer even to God this question, and seriously look into your hearts, pns11 vvb pn22, p-acp po22 d n2, vvb av p-acp np1 d n1, cc av-j vvb p-acp po22 n2, (18) part (DIV3) 317 Page 164
2932 for you may know very much of your hearts upon the answer to this question, you may come to know what is like to become of you for ever, for you may know very much of your hearts upon the answer to this question, you may come to know what is like to become of you for ever, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi av av-d pp-f po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz av-j pc-acp vvi pp-f pn22 p-acp av, (18) part (DIV3) 317 Page 164
2933 even from the answer that your consciences would give to this question: even from the answer that your Consciences would give to this question: av p-acp dt n1 cst po22 n2 vmd vvi p-acp d n1: (18) part (DIV3) 317 Page 164
2934 That man or woman whose conscience tels them that this would satisfie, then we may conclude, that surely that man or woman is of this world; That man or woman whose conscience tells them that this would satisfy, then we may conclude, that surely that man or woman is of this world; cst n1 cc n1 rg-crq n1 vvz pno32 cst d vmd vvi, cs pns12 vmb vvi, cst av-j cst n1 cc n1 vbz pp-f d n1; (18) part (DIV3) 317 Page 164
2935 because the things of this world would be enough for his portion: Because the things of this world would be enough for his portion: c-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 vmd vbi av-d p-acp po31 n1: (18) part (DIV3) 317 Page 164
2936 But now take a man or woman that is chosen out of this world, that is of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, But now take a man or woman that is chosen out of this world, that is of the Kingdom of jesus christ, cc-acp av vvb dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz vvn av pp-f d n1, cst vbz pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (18) part (DIV3) 317 Page 164
2937 unto whom the Lord hath made known the things of another world and the excellencies of Jesus Christ, unto whom the Lord hath made known the things of Another world and the excellencies of jesus christ, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vhz vvn vvn dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 cc dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, (18) part (DIV3) 317 Page 164
2938 and such a one though it had ten thousand times more than it hath, though it had what possibly can be imagined, it would say, Lord, it's true, I am unworthy of the least crum of bread that I eat, and such a one though it had ten thousand times more than it hath, though it had what possibly can be imagined, it would say, Lord, it's true, I am unworthy of the least crumb of bred that I eat, cc d dt pi cs pn31 vhd crd crd n2 av-dc cs pn31 vhz, cs pn31 vhd q-crq av-j vmb vbi vvn, pn31 vmd vvi, n1, pn31|vbz j, pns11 vbm j pp-f dt ds n1 pp-f n1 cst pns11 vvb, (18) part (DIV3) 317 Page 164
2939 or of the least drop of water, but yet it is not all the world, or of the least drop of water, but yet it is not all the world, cc pp-f dt ds n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp av pn31 vbz xx d dt n1, (18) part (DIV3) 317 Page 164
2940 nor ten thousand worlds can satisfie my soul, for the portion of it, It is nothing but thy self, the unsearchable riches in Jesus Christ, those blessed things that thou hast revealed in that glorious kingdom of thy Son, it's only that that can satisfie my soul for the portion of it; nor ten thousand world's can satisfy my soul, for the portion of it, It is nothing but thy self, the unsearchable riches in jesus christ, those blessed things that thou hast revealed in that glorious Kingdom of thy Son, it's only that that can satisfy my soul for the portion of it; ccx crd crd n2 vmb vvi po11 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz pix cc-acp po21 n1, dt j n2 p-acp np1 np1, d j-vvn n2 cst pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f po21 n1, pn31|vbz av-j d cst vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (18) part (DIV3) 317 Page 165
2941 and if thou shouldest say, well, thou shalt have all the things in this world for thy portion and enjoy them for ever; and if thou Shouldst say, well, thou shalt have all the things in this world for thy portion and enjoy them for ever; cc cs pns21 vmd2 vvi, av, pns21 vm2 vhi d dt n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp po21 n1 cc vvi pno32 p-acp av; (18) part (DIV3) 317 Page 165
2942 I should account my self in a miserable condition, for thou hast revealed better and higher things to my soul; I should account my self in a miserable condition, for thou hast revealed better and higher things to my soul; pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn av-jc cc jc n2 p-acp po11 n1; (18) part (DIV3) 317 Page 165
2943 this would be the answer of one that is chosen out of the world that hath a gracious heart and is brought under the Kingdom of Jesus Christ. this would be the answer of one that is chosen out of the world that hath a gracious heart and is brought under the Kingdom of jesus christ. d vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f pi cst vbz vvn av pp-f dt n1 cst vhz dt j n1 cc vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (18) part (DIV3) 317 Page 165
2944 2. A second note that I would give to know, whether a man be a man of this world or no, is this, A man of this world is one that accounts the possessions of worldly comforts, to be greater rices than any riches conteined in the promises; 2. A second note that I would give to know, whither a man be a man of this world or no, is this, A man of this world is one that accounts the possessions of worldly comforts, to be greater rices than any riches contained in the promises; crd dt ord n1 cst pns11 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi, cs dt n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc uh-dx, vbz d, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz pi cst vvz dt n2 pp-f j n2, pc-acp vbi jc n2 cs d n2 vvn p-acp dt n2; (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 165
2945 that looks upon the comforts of this world as real things, they have them in possession: that looks upon the comforts of this world as real things, they have them in possession: cst vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 c-acp j n2, pns32 vhb pno32 p-acp n1: (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 165
2946 But looks upon the promise, as that that hath but a notion in it, as if there were no such reality and excellency in the things of the promise; But looks upon the promise, as that that hath but a notion in it, as if there were no such reality and excellency in the things of the promise; cc-acp vvz p-acp dt n1, c-acp d cst vhz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dx d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 165
2947 a man that dares not trust God upon his word upon his promise without seeing in a way of reason or sence how things may come in unto him for supply from the things of this world; a man that dares not trust God upon his word upon his promise without seeing in a Way of reason or sense how things may come in unto him for supply from the things of this world; dt n1 cst vvz xx vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-crq n2 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 165
2948 this is a man of the world, he hath a promise, but things go very ill with him in respect of his outward estate, in respect of whatsoever by sence or reason he is able to discern, he looks upon himself as miserable, this is a man of the world, he hath a promise, but things go very ill with him in respect of his outward estate, in respect of whatsoever by sense or reason he is able to discern, he looks upon himself as miserable, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhz dt n1, cc-acp n2 vvb av av-jn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq p-acp n1 cc n1 pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz p-acp px31 p-acp j, (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 165
2949 if indeed God would give him in the things of the world in real possession, that would satisfie him, but not the promise: if indeed God would give him in the things of the world in real possession, that would satisfy him, but not the promise: cs av np1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n1, cst vmd vvi pno31, cc-acp xx dt n1: (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 165
2950 This is an evidence of a worldly heart, that regards more the possession of the things of the world than the promise of God for provision for him; This is an evidence of a worldly heart, that regards more the possession of the things of the world than the promise of God for provision for him; d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst vvz av-dc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cs dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 165
2951 as for promises, he thinks that that man is but in a sad condition, that hath nothing but bare promises to live upon; as for promises, he thinks that that man is but in a sad condition, that hath nothing but bore promises to live upon; c-acp p-acp n2, pns31 vvz cst d n1 vbz p-acp p-acp dt j n1, cst vhz pix p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 165
2952 here's a worldly heart that hath low and mean thoughts of the promises. here's a worldly heart that hath low and mean thoughts of the promises. av|vbz dt j n1 cst vhz av-j cc j n2 pp-f dt n2. (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 165
2953 But now, one who is taken out of this world, and translated into the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, regards more to have a promise to live upon, But now, one who is taken out of this world, and translated into the Kingdom of jesus christ, regards more to have a promise to live upon, p-acp av, pi r-crq vbz vvn av pp-f d n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, vvz dc pc-acp vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 165
2954 than to have possessions to live upon: than to have possessions to live upon: cs pc-acp vhi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp: (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 165
2955 Promises in the word are greater and more real things to that soul than any Bills or Bonds from men can be, he can live better upon a Promise, Promises in the word Are greater and more real things to that soul than any Bills or Bonds from men can be, he can live better upon a Promise, vvz p-acp dt n1 vbr jc cc av-dc j n2 p-acp d n1 cs d n2 cc n2 p-acp n2 vmb vbi, pns31 vmb vvi av-jc p-acp dt n1, (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 165
2956 than upon Bils, or Bonds, or Leases, or any such things in the world: than upon Bills, or Bonds, or Leases, or any such things in the world: cs p-acp n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc d d n2 p-acp dt n1: (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 165
2957 Hast thou found such a principle within thee, that canst close with the promise, and canst bless thy self in the promises, I have title to, and an interest in many promises in the Book of God, Hast thou found such a principle within thee, that Canst close with the promise, and Canst bless thy self in the promises, I have title to, and an Interest in many promises in the Book of God, vh2 pns21 vvn d dt n1 p-acp pno21, cst vm2 vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt n2, pns11 vhb n1 p-acp, cc dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 166
2958 for life and godliness are more to me than all the treasures of Egypt, and though I do not enjoy so much in the hand as others, for life and godliness Are more to me than all the treasures of Egypt, and though I do not enjoy so much in the hand as Others, p-acp n1 cc n1 vbr av-dc p-acp pno11 cs d dt n2 pp-f np1, cc cs pns11 vdb xx vvi av av-d p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 166
2959 yet my heart hath enough, because it is possest by Christ, in whom all the promises are Yea, and Amen; that is, sure and infallible. yet my heart hath enough, Because it is possessed by christ, in whom all the promises Are Yea, and Amen; that is, sure and infallible. av po11 n1 vhz av-d, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq d dt n2 vbr uh, cc uh-n; cst vbz, j cc j. (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 166
2960 God is faithful who hath promised; God is faithful who hath promised; np1 vbz j r-crq vhz vvn; (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 166
2961 this is an argument that thou art taken out of the world, and taken into the Kingdom of Jesus Christ; this is an argument that thou art taken out of the world, and taken into the Kingdom of jesus christ; d vbz dt n1 cst pns21 vb2r vvn av pp-f dt n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 166
2962 but otherwise, thou that canst not trust God for thy outward estate, body and soul upon a promise, this is an evidence of one that hath his heart set on the world. but otherwise, thou that Canst not trust God for thy outward estate, body and soul upon a promise, this is an evidence of one that hath his heart Set on the world. cc-acp av, pns21 cst vm2 xx vvi np1 p-acp po21 j n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, d vbz dt n1 pp-f pi cst vhz po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. (18) part (DIV3) 318 Page 166
2963 3 A third sign of a man of this world, is this, A man of the world blesses those that are like himself, looks upon and measures the happiness or misery of other men, according to what they do enjoy, 3 A third Signen of a man of this world, is this, A man of the world Blesses those that Are like himself, looks upon and measures the happiness or misery of other men, according to what they do enjoy, crd dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, vbz d, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz d cst vbr av-j px31, vvz p-acp cc vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n2, vvg p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb vvi, (18) part (DIV3) 319 Page 166
2964 or according to what they do enjoy in this world. They call the proud, happy; or according to what they do enjoy in this world. They call the proud, happy; cc vvg p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb vvi p-acp d n1. pns32 vvb dt j, j; (18) part (DIV3) 319 Page 166
2965 I mean by this they measure the happiness of other men, according to what they have of the world, I mean by this they measure the happiness of other men, according to what they have of the world, pns11 vvb p-acp d pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, vvg p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb pp-f dt n1, (18) part (DIV3) 319 Page 166
2966 and think that the meer enjoying of worldly accommodations is enough to make men happy, notwithstanding they see them to be very wicked and sinful, and think that the mere enjoying of worldly accommodations is enough to make men happy, notwithstanding they see them to be very wicked and sinful, cc vvb cst dt j n-vvg pp-f j n2 vbz d pc-acp vvi n2 j, c-acp pns32 vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi av j cc j, (18) part (DIV3) 319 Page 166
2967 yet so long as they flourish as a green bay tree, yet rejoyce in them and with them, yet so long as they flourish as a green bay tree, yet rejoice in them and with them, av av av-j c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1 n1, av vvb p-acp pno32 cc p-acp pno32, (18) part (DIV3) 319 Page 166
2968 yea, get themselves in the midst of the guilt that is upon them, when conscience (as a woolf in their bosom) flyes in their faces, yea, get themselves in the midst of the guilt that is upon them, when conscience (as a wolf in their bosom) flies in their faces, uh, vvb px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32, c-crq n1 (c-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n1) vvz p-acp po32 n2, (18) part (DIV3) 319 Page 166
2969 yet they can blesse themselves in the enjoyment of outward comforts, and set that against any trouble of mind whatsoever, yet they can bless themselves in the enjoyment of outward comforts, and Set that against any trouble of mind whatsoever, av pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc vvd cst p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq, (18) part (DIV3) 319 Page 166
2970 as if so be it were enough to make up their comforts: as if so be it were enough to make up their comforts: c-acp cs av vbb pn31 vbdr av-d pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2: (18) part (DIV3) 319 Page 166
2971 I have been at such a place, and contracted such guiltiness upon my soul, committed such sins, Oh! what shall comfort me now? well, he comes home, I have been At such a place, and contracted such guiltiness upon my soul, committed such Sins, Oh! what shall Comfort me now? well, he comes home, pns11 vhb vbn p-acp d dt n1, cc vvn d n1 p-acp po11 n1, vvn d n2, uh q-crq vmb vvi pno11 av? uh-av, pns31 vvz av-an, (18) part (DIV3) 319 Page 166
2972 and sees all wel about him, his house furnished, his table spread, means coming in as a floud, and this quiets him: here's a worldly heart: and sees all well about him, his house furnished, his table spread, means coming in as a flood, and this quiets him: here's a worldly heart: cc vvz d av p-acp pno31, po31 n1 vvn, po31 n1 vvn, n2 vvg p-acp p-acp dt n1, cc d vvz pno31: av|vbz dt j n1: (18) part (DIV3) 319 Page 166
2973 whereas were the heart taken off from the world, the possession of al under Christ would never calm a conscience that hath any guilt upon it; whereas were the heart taken off from the world, the possession of all under christ would never Cam a conscience that hath any guilt upon it; cs vbdr dt n1 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f d p-acp np1 vmd av-x vvi dt n1 cst vhz d n1 p-acp pn31; (18) part (DIV3) 319 Page 166
2974 when I have contracted any guilt upon my soul, although I see all well about me, Oh! till I have an assurance from the Holy Ghost the Witness of the Spirit, that the guilt of my sin is washt away in the blood of Jesus Christ, what wil all these do me good? I have these and these comforts, Oh! but I have an unclean conscience, a leprous soul: when I have contracted any guilt upon my soul, although I see all well about me, Oh! till I have an assurance from the Holy Ghost the Witness of the Spirit, that the guilt of my since is washed away in the blood of jesus christ, what will all these do me good? I have these and these comforts, Oh! but I have an unclean conscience, a leprous soul: c-crq pns11 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp po11 n1, cs pns11 vvb d av p-acp pno11, uh p-acp pns11 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, r-crq vmb d d vvz pno11 j? pns11 vhb d cc d n2, uh cc-acp pns11 vhb dt j n1, dt j n1: (18) part (DIV3) 319 Page 166
2975 Doest thou set the good things here to countervail the evil of sin? Certainly, thou art a man of the world, thy name is written in the earth ▪ thou art but living dust and ashes at the best. Dost thou Set the good things Here to countervail the evil of since? Certainly, thou art a man of the world, thy name is written in the earth ▪ thou art but living dust and Ashes At the best. vd2 pns21 vvi dt j n2 av pc-acp vvi dt n-jn pp-f n1? av-j, pns21 n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, po21 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 ▪ pns21 vb2r p-acp j-vvg n1 cc n2 p-acp dt js. (18) part (DIV3) 319 Page 167
2976 And the world is like to be the only portion of thy soul, thou art a stranger to the Kingdom of Jesus Christ. That's a second Use. And the world is like to be the only portion of thy soul, thou art a stranger to the Kingdom of jesus christ. That's a second Use. cc dt n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f po21 n1, pns21 vb2r dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. d|vbz dt ord n1. (18) part (DIV3) 319 Page 167
2977 Ʋse 3. The third Use should have been this: Ʋse 3. The third Use should have been this: j crd dt ord n1 vmd vhi vbn d: (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2978 Here we see the main thing that doth hinder people from the Kingdom of Jesus Christ: Here we see the main thing that does hinder people from the Kingdom of jesus christ: av pns12 vvb dt j n1 cst vdz vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2979 What is that which keeps off men from coming under the Scepter of this King of Saints, from subjecting themselves to His Kingdom? Certainly, this point shews it cleerly, His Kingdom is not of this world, were the Kingdom of Jesus Christ of this world, What is that which keeps off men from coming under the Sceptre of this King of Saints, from subjecting themselves to His Kingdom? Certainly, this point shows it clearly, His Kingdom is not of this world, were the Kingdom of jesus christ of this world, q-crq vbz d r-crq vvz a-acp n2 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n2, p-acp vvg px32 p-acp po31 n1? av-j, d n1 vvz pn31 av-j, po31 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, vbdr dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 pp-f d n1, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2980 then people would flock into it, Who would not joyn in such a Kingdom and be a member therof, where he could have worldly glory and pomp and riches and bravery; then people would flock into it, Who would not join in such a Kingdom and be a member thereof, where he could have worldly glory and pomp and riches and bravery; cs n1 vmd vvi p-acp pn31, r-crq vmd xx vvi p-acp d dt n1 cc vbb dt n1 av, c-crq pns31 vmd vhi j n1 cc n1 cc n2 cc n1; (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2981 but now because it is not of this world, therefore they slight it: but now Because it is not of this world, Therefore they slight it: cc-acp av c-acp pn31 vbz xx pp-f d n1, av pns32 j pn31: (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2982 As I remember we reade in the Gospel of Herod, that when he heard of the great Miracles that Christ wrought, Herod sent for Christ, As I Remember we read in the Gospel of Herod, that when he herd of the great Miracles that christ wrought, Herod sent for christ, c-acp pns11 vvb pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst c-crq pns31 vvd pp-f dt j n2 cst np1 vvd, np1 vvn p-acp np1, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2983 and he longed a great while to see Jesus Christ, but when Christ came, and he saw Him a poor, mean, contemptible man to the outward eye, he thought to have seen him to have done such and such great things, and he longed a great while to see jesus christ, but when christ Come, and he saw Him a poor, mean, contemptible man to the outward eye, he Thought to have seen him to have done such and such great things, cc pns31 vvd dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1 np1, cc-acp c-crq np1 vvd, cc pns31 vvd pno31 dt j, j, j n1 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi vvn pno31 pc-acp vhi vdn d cc d j n2, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2984 and to have been such a man as not the like upon the earth. and to have been such a man as not the like upon the earth. cc pc-acp vhi vbn d dt n1 c-acp xx dt j p-acp dt n1. (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2985 But Christ contemn'd Herod as much as Herod contemn'd Him, and Christ would not shew his glory before Herod, but appeared in his outward meaness, But christ contemned Herod as much as Herod contemned Him, and christ would not show his glory before Herod, but appeared in his outward meaness, p-acp np1 vvd np1 p-acp d c-acp np1 vvd pno31, cc np1 vmd xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvd p-acp po31 j n1, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2986 and the text saith, Herod set Him at naught, he set Him at naught, when he saw him so outward contemptible: and the text Says, Herod Set Him At nought, he Set Him At nought, when he saw him so outward contemptible: cc dt n1 vvz, np1 vvd pno31 p-acp pix, pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp pix, c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 av j j: (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2987 And so it is reported of the Roman Emperors, that hearing that Christ should be the King of the Jews, And so it is reported of the Roman Emperor's, that hearing that christ should be the King of the jews, cc av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt njp n2, cst vvg cst np1 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt np2, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2988 and that out of Davids stock there should come a King of the Jews, they sought to destroy all of that family that they could find out, and that out of Davids stock there should come a King of the jews, they sought to destroy all of that family that they could find out, cc cst av pp-f np1 n1 a-acp vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt np2, pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi d pp-f d n1 cst pns32 vmd vvi av, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2989 and all the Tribe of Judah: But afterward, when they found out some that were of the Kindred of Jesus Christ, and all the Tribe of Judah: But afterwards, when they found out Some that were of the Kindred of jesus christ, cc d dt n1 pp-f np1: cc-acp av, c-crq pns32 vvd av d cst vbdr pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2990 and saw that they were poor laboring men, that labored with their hands to eat their bread by the sweat of their brows, they set them at naught and contemn'd them; and saw that they were poor labouring men, that laboured with their hands to eat their bred by the sweat of their brows, they Set them At nought and contemned them; cc vvd cst pns32 vbdr j vvg n2, cst vvd p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp pix cc vvd pno32; (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2991 certainly, this is the great offence to the world, that the Kingdom of Christ is not of the world, Certainly, this is the great offence to the world, that the Kingdom of christ is not of the world, av-j, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f dt n1, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2992 and as Christ saith, Wo to the world, because of offences ▪ so wo to the world because of this great offence, Christs Kingdom being so spiritual, and as christ Says, Woe to the world, Because of offences ▪ so woe to the world Because of this great offence, Christ Kingdom being so spiritual, cc p-acp np1 vvz, n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pp-f n2 ▪ av n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pp-f d j n1, npg1 n1 vbg av j, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 167
2993 hence it is that the world receives Him not, in 1. John, 10. And so in John, 14. 17. Even the spirit of truth whom the world cannot receive: hence it is that the world receives Him not, in 1. John, 10. And so in John, 14. 17. Even the Spirit of truth whom the world cannot receive: av pn31 vbz d dt n1 vvz pno31 xx, p-acp crd np1, crd cc av p-acp np1, crd crd np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 ro-crq dt n1 vmbx vvi: (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
2994 Mark, the world cannot receive the spirit of Truth, the world receives not Christ, and it cannot receive the spirit of Truth. Mark, the world cannot receive the Spirit of Truth, the world receives not christ, and it cannot receive the Spirit of Truth. vvb, dt n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz xx np1, cc pn31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
2995 If you speak of the world to men, then they savor of those things, come to a man and tell him of a good bargain on the Exchange, he will listen to you, If you speak of the world to men, then they savour of those things, come to a man and tell him of a good bargain on the Exchange, he will listen to you, cs pn22 vvb pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2, cs pns32 n1 pp-f d n2, vvb p-acp dt n1 cc vvi pno31 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
2996 and remember what you say, but come and speak to him of the great things of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, of the glorious priviledges of that kingdom, only there's a sound in the air, and Remember what you say, but come and speak to him of the great things of the Kingdom of jesus christ, of the glorious privileges of that Kingdom, only there's a found in the air, cc vvb r-crq pn22 vvb, cc-acp vvb cc vvi p-acp pno31 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1, av-j pc-acp|vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
2997 and it passeth away, and takes no impression at all on the heart of one that is carnal, 1 John, 4. 5. there you have this exprest fully, the very guize and way of a carnal heart, They (saith the text) are of the world, therefore speak they of the world: and the world heareth them: and it passes away, and Takes no impression At all on the heart of one that is carnal, 1 John, 4. 5. there you have this expressed Fully, the very guise and Way of a carnal heart, They (Says the text) Are of the world, Therefore speak they of the world: and the world hears them: cc pn31 vvz av, cc vvz dx n1 p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pi cst vbz j, crd np1, crd crd a-acp pn22 vhb d vvn av-j, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns32 (vvz dt n1) vbr pp-f dt n1, av vvb pns32 pp-f dt n1: cc dt n1 vvz pno32: (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
2998 those that are of the world, they speak of the world, and discourse of the world, those that Are of the world, they speak of the world, and discourse of the world, d cst vbr pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvb pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
2999 and savor the things of the world, and the world heareth them; and savour the things of the world, and the world hears them; cc n1 dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz pno32; (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
3000 but now, let a man come and tell them of things that are heavenly, of a goodly Pearl, of Jesus Christ, they savor not those things; and they hear them not: but now, let a man come and tell them of things that Are heavenly, of a goodly Pearl, of jesus christ, they savour not those things; and they hear them not: cc-acp av, vvb dt n1 vvb cc vvi pno32 pp-f n2 cst vbr j, pp-f dt j n1, pp-f np1 np1, pns32 n1 xx d n2; cc pns32 vvb pno32 xx: (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
3001 Oh! 'tis from hence that men come not into the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, because it is not of this world. Oh! it's from hence that men come not into the Kingdom of jesus christ, Because it is not of this world. uh pn31|vbz p-acp av d n2 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, c-acp pn31 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
3002 What's the reason that there are more comes into the Kingdom of Antichrist, than into the Kingdom of Christ? Revel. 13. 3. The whol world wandered after the beast, saith the text, What's the reason that there Are more comes into the Kingdom of Antichrist, than into the Kingdom of christ? Revel. 13. 3. The Whole world wandered After the beast, Says the text, q-crq|vbz dt n1 cst a-acp vbr dc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? vvb. crd crd dt j-jn n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, vvz dt n1, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
3003 because they are of the world, and Antichrist doth set up a worldly kingdom instead of Christs kingdom, Because they Are of the world, and Antichrist does Set up a worldly Kingdom instead of Christ Kingdom, c-acp pns32 vbr pp-f dt n1, cc np1 vdz vvi a-acp dt j n1 av pp-f npg1 n1, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
3004 and men that are of the world they flock after Antichrist, and hence it was, that your great rich men in places where the Gospel hath not been, they were Papists, and men that Are of the world they flock After Antichrist, and hence it was, that your great rich men in places where the Gospel hath not been, they were Papists, cc n2 cst vbr pp-f dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp np1, cc av pn31 vbds, cst po22 j j n2 p-acp n2 c-crq dt n1 vhz xx vbn, pns32 vbdr njp2, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
3005 or Popishly affected, so that therefore the Papists make outward prosperity to be one badge or sign of the true Church; or Popishly affected, so that Therefore the Papists make outward Prosperity to be one badge or Signen of the true Church; cc av-j vvn, av cst av dt njp2 vvb j n1 pc-acp vbi crd n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1; (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
3006 hence it is that Popery is so sutable to worldly hearts, and the holy Ghost prophesied before hand, that the whol world should follow Antichrist, only here and there a few poor ones Jesus Christ chuses out of this world to follow him, hence it is that Popery is so suitable to worldly hearts, and the holy Ghost prophesied before hand, that the Whole world should follow Antichrist, only Here and there a few poor ones jesus christ chooses out of this world to follow him, av pn31 vbz cst n1 vbz av j p-acp j n2, cc dt j n1 vvd p-acp n1, cst dt j-jn n1 vmd vvi np1, av-j av cc a-acp dt d j pi2 uh-np np1 vvz av pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
3007 for His Kingdom is not of this world. for His Kingdom is not of this world. c-acp po31 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (18) part (DIV3) 320 Page 168
3008 One Particular more, in a word, seeing the Kingdom of Christ is not of the world, One Particular more, in a word, seeing the Kingdom of christ is not of the world, crd j n1, p-acp dt n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f dt n1, (18) part (DIV3) 321 Page 168
3009 then a worldly heart is the most unbeseeming thing in one that professeth himself to be a Christian, of any thing that can be in the world: then a worldly heart is the most unbeseeming thing in one that Professes himself to be a Christian, of any thing that can be in the world: cs dt j n1 vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp pi cst vvz px31 pc-acp vbi dt njp, pp-f d n1 cst vmb vbi p-acp dt n1: (18) part (DIV3) 321 Page 168
3010 If Christs Kingdom be not there, certainly thy heart should not be there: If Christ Kingdom be not there, Certainly thy heart should not be there: cs npg1 n1 vbb xx a-acp, av-j po21 n1 vmd xx vbi a-acp: (18) part (DIV3) 321 Page 168
3011 Thou that professest thy self to be of the Kingdom of Christ, which is spiritual and heavenly, Thou that professest thy self to be of the Kingdom of christ, which is spiritual and heavenly, pns21 cst vv2 po21 n1 pc-acp vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz j cc j, (18) part (DIV3) 321 Page 269
3012 and yet thou a worldly earthly heart, I say, it is the most unbeseeming thing that possibly can be: and yet thou a worldly earthly heart, I say, it is the most unbeseeming thing that possibly can be: cc av pns21 dt j j n1, pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 cst av-j vmb vbi: (18) part (DIV3) 321 Page 269
3013 what, for a Professor of Religion to have an earthly, covetous worldly heart? what, for a Professor of Religion to have an earthly, covetous worldly heart? r-crq, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vhi dt j, j j n1? (18) part (DIV3) 321 Page 269
3014 By that that I have already spoken in shewing the vanity and the evil of the world, By that that I have already spoken in showing the vanity and the evil of the world, p-acp d cst pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp vvg dt n1 cc dt n-jn pp-f dt n1, (18) part (DIV3) 322 Page 269
3015 and the great evil of loving the world were enough to strengthen this use; and the great evil of loving the world were enough to strengthen this use; cc dt j n-jn pp-f vvg dt n1 vbdr av-d pc-acp vvi d n1; (18) part (DIV3) 322 Page 269
3016 but now that that I intended should have been to speakesp, ecially to those that are Christians, that have hopes that God hath made them partakers of Jesus Christ, but now that that I intended should have been to speakesp, ecially to those that Are Christians, that have hope's that God hath made them partakers of jesus christ, cc-acp av d cst pns11 vvd vmd vhi vbn p-acp n1, av-j p-acp d cst vbr np1, cst vhb n2 cst np1 vhz vvn pno32 n2 pp-f np1 np1, (18) part (DIV3) 322 Page 269
3017 and would be loth to lose their hopes in the good things of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ for 10000. worlds, and would be loath to loose their hope's in the good things of the Kingdom of jesus christ for 10000. world's, cc vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp crd n2, (18) part (DIV3) 322 Page 269
3018 & yet there doth remain much worldliness in their hearts to this day, surely, this not beseeming one of the profession that thou makest, it is no honor unto thy King, the Lord Jesus Christ; & yet there does remain much worldliness in their hearts to this day, surely, this not beseeming one of the profession that thou Makest, it is no honour unto thy King, the Lord jesus christ; cc av a-acp vdz vvi d n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1, av-j, d xx vvg crd pp-f dt n1 cst pns21 vv2, pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp po21 n1, dt n1 np1 np1; (18) part (DIV3) 322 Page 269
3019 worldly Professors, they are great dishonors to the Kingdom of Jesus Christ; worldly Professors, they Are great dishonours to the Kingdom of jesus christ; j n2, pns32 vbr j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; (18) part (DIV3) 322 Page 269
3020 when there shall appear no difference between those that we account to be men of the world, when there shall appear no difference between those that we account to be men of the world, c-crq a-acp vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp d cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n1, (18) part (DIV3) 322 Page 269
3021 and such as we hope are chosen out of the world; and such as we hope Are chosen out of the world; cc d c-acp pns12 vvb vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1; (18) part (DIV3) 322 Page 269
3022 Oh! how is Christ dishonored by this? Look but upon the lives of Christians that profess Religion, Oh! how is christ dishonoured by this? Look but upon the lives of Christians that profess Religion, uh q-crq vbz np1 vvn p-acp d? n1 cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vvi n1, (18) part (DIV3) 322 Page 269
3023 and one would think that the Kingdom of Christ were a Kingdom of this world rather than any thing else, and one would think that the Kingdom of christ were a Kingdom of this world rather than any thing Else, cc pi vmd vvi d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr dt n1 pp-f d n1 av-c cs d n1 av, (18) part (DIV3) 322 Page 269
3024 for I say, to outward appearance, though it may be Christ may see some integrity within the heart, for I say, to outward appearance, though it may be christ may see Some integrity within the heart, c-acp pns11 vvb, p-acp j n1, cs pn31 vmb vbi np1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, (18) part (DIV3) 322 Page 269
3025 yet to outward appearance there is even almost no difference between them and the men of the world. yet to outward appearance there is even almost no difference between them and the men of the world. av p-acp j n1 a-acp vbz av av dx n1 p-acp pno32 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (18) part (DIV3) 322 Page 269
3026 It doth become Christians to live so in their whol course, as to make it appear that they are men and women above the world, whose Conversations are in Heaven, that they do beleeve the Kingdom of Jesus Christ that is not of this world. It does become Christians to live so in their Whole course, as to make it appear that they Are men and women above the world, whose Conversations Are in Heaven, that they do believe the Kingdom of jesus christ that is not of this world. pn31 vdz vvi np1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp po32 j-jn n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi cst pns32 vbr n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, rg-crq n2 vbr p-acp n1, cst pns32 vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 cst vbz xx pp-f d n1. (18) part (DIV3) 323 Page 269
3027 SERMON III. JOHN, 18. 36. Jesus answered and said, My Kingdom is not of this world. SERMON III. JOHN, 18. 36. jesus answered and said, My Kingdom is not of this world. n1 np1. np1, crd crd np1 vvd cc vvd, po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 323 Page 270
3028 WHAT this Kingdom of Christ was, and how different from the kingdoms of this world we have already opened unto you. WHAT this Kingdom of christ was, and how different from the kingdoms of this world we have already opened unto you. q-crq d n1 pp-f np1 vbds, cc c-crq j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 pns12 vhb av vvn p-acp pn22. (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 270
3029 The fourth Use which we are to proceed in, is, If the kingdom of Christ be not of this world, The fourth Use which we Are to proceed in, is, If the Kingdom of christ be not of this world, dt ord n1 r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp, vbz, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb xx pp-f d n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 270
3030 then of all dispositions, a worldly spirit is most unsutable to those who profess themselves to be of the Kingdom of Christ. then of all dispositions, a worldly Spirit is most unsuitable to those who profess themselves to be of the Kingdom of christ. av pp-f d n2, dt j n1 vbz av-ds j p-acp d r-crq vvb px32 pc-acp vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 270
3031 Certainly, then such as are Beleevers, that are come under the Kingdom of Christ, they must not be of earthly hearts: Certainly, then such as Are Believers, that Are come under the Kingdom of christ, they must not be of earthly hearts: av-j, cs d c-acp vbr n2, cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb xx vbi pp-f j n2: (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 270
3032 We find the Apostle in the Epistle of the Ephesians, doth rank Covetousness, and Uncleanness together, We find the Apostle in the Epistle of the Ephesians, does rank Covetousness, and Uncleanness together, pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1, vdz vvi n1, cc n1 av, (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 270
3033 and saith of them both, in the 5. Chapter, 3. Verse, Let it not be once named among you, as becometh Saints: and Says of them both, in the 5. Chapter, 3. Verse, Let it not be once nam among you, as Becometh Saints: cc vvz pp-f pno32 d, p-acp dt crd n1, crd n1, vvb pn31 xx vbi a-acp vvn p-acp pn22, c-acp vvz n2: (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 270
3034 So that a covetous heart after the things of the world, it is such a disposition, So that a covetous heart After the things of the world, it is such a disposition, av cst dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz d dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 270
3035 as it should scarce be named among Saints no more than whoredom, they should abstain from it, as it should scarce be nam among Saints no more than whoredom, they should abstain from it, c-acp pn31 vmd av-j vbi vvn p-acp n2 av-dx av-dc cs n1, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pn31, (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 270
3036 as from whordom, as it becometh Saints. It is the most uncomly thing for a Saint of God, one of the Kingdom of Christ to have a covetous heart for the things of the world, that possibly can be. as from whoredom, as it Becometh Saints. It is the most uncomely thing for a Saint of God, one of the Kingdom of christ to have a covetous heart for the things of the world, that possibly can be. c-acp p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vvz n2. pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst av-j vmb vbi. (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 270
3037 As it becomes them; it doth not become you; As it becomes them; it does not become you; p-acp pn31 vvz pno32; pn31 vdz xx vvi pn22; (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 270
3038 And Luther that was a great man for the promoting of the Kingdom of Christ, he is bold to profess it; And Luther that was a great man for the promoting of the Kingdom of christ, he is bold to profess it; cc np1 cst vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31; (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 270
3039 That of all sins, he was scarce ever tempted to that sin, he found nothing tending almost that way; That of all Sins, he was scarce ever tempted to that since, he found nothing tending almost that Way; cst pp-f d n2, pns31 vbds av-j av vvn p-acp d n1, pns31 vvd pix vvg av d n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 270
3040 though it's true, there's no sin, but we have the seeds of it in our hearts; though it's true, there's no since, but we have the seeds of it in our hearts; cs pn31|vbz j, pc-acp|vbz dx n1, cc-acp pns12 vhb dt n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp po12 n2; (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 270
3041 but yet he found his spirit most above that worldly sin, because he was so much taken up with Jesus Christ. but yet he found his Spirit most above that worldly since, Because he was so much taken up with jesus christ. cc-acp av pns31 vvd po31 n1 av-ds p-acp d j n1, c-acp pns31 vbds av av-d vvn a-acp p-acp np1 np1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3042 And indeed, the more any soul is taken up with the excellency of Christ, and with the glorious things of His Kingdom, the more vile will the things of the world be to them. And indeed, the more any soul is taken up with the excellency of christ, and with the glorious things of His Kingdom, the more vile will the things of the world be to them. cc av, dt av-dc d n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1, dt av-dc j vmb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbb p-acp pno32. (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3043 We look not at the things that are seen (saith the Apostle) they are not things to be looked at, But at the things that are not seen. We look not At the things that Are seen (Says the Apostle) they Are not things to be looked At, But At the things that Are not seen. pns12 vvb xx p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn (vvz dt n1) pns32 vbr xx n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, p-acp p-acp dt n2 cst vbr xx vvn. (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3044 And in the 6. of the Gal. 14. ver. And in the 6. of the Gal. 14. ver. cc p-acp dt crd pp-f dt np1 crd fw-la. (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3045 The Apostle Paul, that was the great man for the promoting of Christ in the world, The Apostle Paul, that was the great man for the promoting of christ in the world, dt n1 np1, cst vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3046 and the setting up of His Throne; and the setting up of His Throne; cc dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f po31 n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3047 he professes, That he was crucified to the world, and the world was crucified to him: he Professes, That he was Crucified to the world, and the world was Crucified to him: pns31 vvz, cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31: (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3048 That is, he look't upon the world, but as a crucified thing. That is, he looked upon the world, but as a Crucified thing. cst vbz, pns31 vvb|pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp c-acp dt vvn n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3049 What esteem would you have of a man that is hanging upon a gallows? All the world was to him no otherwise, was a thing crucified to him, What esteem would you have of a man that is hanging upon a gallows? All the world was to him no otherwise, was a thing Crucified to him, q-crq n1 vmd pn22 vhi pp-f dt n1 cst vbz vvg p-acp dt n2? av-d dt n1 vbds p-acp pno31 av-dx av, vbds dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3050 and he was crucified to the world, the world cares not for me, and I care not for the world, I am quit with it that way, and he was Crucified to the world, the world Cares not for me, and I care not for the world, I am quit with it that Way, cc pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz xx p-acp pno11, cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pn31 d n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3051 and do as much slight, and contemn the world, and trample it under foot, as the world slights and contemns me, and tramples me under foot. and do as much slight, and contemn the world, and trample it under foot, as the world slights and contemns me, and tramples me under foot. cc vdb c-acp d j, cc vvb dt n1, cc vvb pn31 p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 n2 cc vvz pno11, cc vvz pno11 p-acp n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3052 This should be the disposition of a Christian that is under the kingdom of Christ: for now it is to converse with things of another nature: This should be the disposition of a Christian that is under the Kingdom of christ: for now it is to converse with things of Another nature: d vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt njp cst vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: c-acp av pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 pp-f j-jn n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3053 And therefore you find that Christ, He saith of those that are given to Him by the Father, They are given unto Him out of the world: And Therefore you find that christ, He Says of those that Are given to Him by the Father, They Are given unto Him out of the world: cc av pn22 vvb cst np1, pns31 vvz pp-f d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 av pp-f dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3054 John, 17. 6. I have manifested thy Name to the men whom thou hast given me out of the world. John, 17. 6. I have manifested thy Name to the men whom thou hast given me out of the world. np1, crd crd pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 av pp-f dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3055 No men have Christ manifested unto them, but those whom the Father doth give Him out of the world: No men have christ manifested unto them, but those whom the Father does give Him out of the world: av-dx n2 vhb np1 vvn p-acp pno32, cc-acp d r-crq dt n1 vdz vvi pno31 av pp-f dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3056 Saith the Father, Here's so many of the world, And there are a select company that I wil take out of this rude heap and mass of man-kind; Says the Father, Here's so many of the world, And there Are a select company that I will take out of this rude heap and mass of mankind; vvz dt n1, av|vbz av d pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vbr dt j n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi av pp-f d j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3057 and I'le give them to thee: Take them, and manifest thy self unto them. and I'll give them to thee: Take them, and manifest thy self unto them. cc pns11|vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp pno21: vvb pno32, cc vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno32. (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3058 If this be so, that those that come under Christ's Kingdom, are given unto Him out of the world, If this be so, that those that come under Christ's Kingdom, Are given unto Him out of the world, cs d vbb av, cst d cst vvb p-acp npg1 n1, vbr vvn p-acp pno31 av pp-f dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3059 then though they live in the world, they should not live as of the world. then though they live in the world, they should not live as of the world. av cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmd xx vvi c-acp pp-f dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 324 Page 271
3060 Secondly, They are chosen out of the world, John, 15. 19. And they are delivered from the world by Christ. Secondly, They Are chosen out of the world, John, 15. 19. And they Are Delivered from the world by christ. ord, pns32 vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1, np1, crd crd cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 325 Page 271
3061 Gal. 1. 4. And they are opposed to the children of the world. Luke, 16. 8, speaking of divers sorts of people; Gal. 1. 4. And they Are opposed to the children of the world. Luke, 16. 8, speaking of diverse sorts of people; np1 crd crd cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. np1, crd crd, vvg pp-f j n2 pp-f n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 325 Page 271
3062 and makes the distinction between one and another: The Lord commended the unjust steward because he had done wisely: and makes the distinction between one and Another: The Lord commended the unjust steward Because he had done wisely: cc vvz dt n1 p-acp crd cc n-jn: dt n1 vvd dt j n1 c-acp pns31 vhd vdn av-j: (19) sermon (DIV2) 325 Page 272
3063 For the children of this world are, in their generation, wiser than the children of light: For the children of this world Are, in their generation, Wiser than the children of Light: p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr, p-acp po32 n1, jc cs dt n2 pp-f n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 325 Page 272
3064 These two are opposed one to another, the children of this world and the children of light are quite contrary one to another; These two Are opposed one to Another, the children of this world and the children of Light Are quite contrary one to Another; d crd vbr vvn pi p-acp n-jn, dt n2 pp-f d n1 cc dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr av j-jn pi p-acp n-jn; (19) sermon (DIV2) 325 Page 272
3065 for indeed one is in the kingdom of darkness, and the other in the Kingdom of light, in the Kingdom of the dear Son of God; for indeed one is in the Kingdom of darkness, and the other in the Kingdom of Light, in the Kingdom of the dear Son of God; c-acp av pi vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 325 Page 272
3066 you must be children of light, others are children of the world; it becomes a child of the world to follow after the things of the world; you must be children of Light, Others Are children of the world; it becomes a child of the world to follow After the things of the world; pn22 vmb vbi n2 pp-f n1, n2-jn vbr n2 pp-f dt n1; pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 325 Page 272
3067 but not the children of light: but not the children of Light: cc-acp xx dt n2 pp-f n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 325 Page 272
3068 You are chosen out of the world, that you may be the light of the world. You Are chosen out of the world, that you may be the Light of the world. pn22 vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1, cst pn22 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 325 Page 272
3069 So the Scripture speaks of the Saints, That they should be the light of the world: So the Scripture speaks of the Saints, That they should be the Light of the world: av dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n2, cst pns32 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 325 Page 272
3070 Philippians, 2. 15. Now if they have as worldly hearts as others, how can they be the lights of the world? Oh! many that are Professors of Religion, they are indeed but dark lanthorns, they have a candle in them, have some kind of knowledg, Philippians, 2. 15. Now if they have as worldly hearts as Others, how can they be the lights of the world? Oh! many that Are Professors of Religion, they Are indeed but dark lanthorns, they have a candle in them, have Some kind of knowledge, njp2, crd crd av cs pns32 vhb p-acp j n2 c-acp n2-jn, q-crq vmb pns32 vbi dt vvz pp-f dt n1? uh d cst vbr n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr av p-acp j n2, pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp pno32, vhb d n1 pp-f n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 325 Page 272
3071 but by their worldly Conversations they are made but as dark lanthorns, that the light of knowledg and profession that they have is so darkned by it, but by their worldly Conversations they Are made but as dark lanthorns, that the Light of knowledge and profession that they have is so darkened by it, cc-acp p-acp po32 j n2 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp p-acp j n2, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cst pns32 vhb vbz av vvn p-acp pn31, (19) sermon (DIV2) 325 Page 272
3072 as none can see the beauty and excellency of Jesus Christ shining through them. as none can see the beauty and excellency of jesus christ shining through them. c-acp pix vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1 vvg p-acp pno32. (19) sermon (DIV2) 325 Page 272
3073 Thirdly, Surely it is a very unbeseeming disposition in one that is under the Kingdom of Christ to be worldly: Thirdly, Surely it is a very unbeseeming disposition in one that is under the Kingdom of christ to be worldly: ord, av-j pn31 vbz dt av j n1 p-acp pi cst vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi j: (19) sermon (DIV2) 326 Page 272
3074 for he is appointed to be one that shall judge the world another day, In 1 Cor. 6. 2. The Saints shall judge the world. for he is appointed to be one that shall judge the world Another day, In 1 Cor. 6. 2. The Saints shall judge the world. c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi crd cst vmb vvi dt n1 j-jn n1, p-acp crd np1 crd crd dt n2 vmb vvi dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 326 Page 272
3075 Now there should be a great deal of difference between Judges, and those that are judged by them: Now there should be a great deal of difference between Judges, and those that Are judged by them: av pc-acp vmd vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, cc d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32: (19) sermon (DIV2) 326 Page 272
3076 if they be of the same disposition that the world is, why should any be chosen out of the world to judge them? Now all the Saints if they do beleeve themselves to be brought into the Kingdom of Christ, they should look upon themselves as those that are appointed by God hereafter to judge the whol world, if they be of the same disposition that the world is, why should any be chosen out of the world to judge them? Now all the Saints if they do believe themselves to be brought into the Kingdom of christ, they should look upon themselves as those that Are appointed by God hereafter to judge the Whole world, cs pns32 vbb pp-f dt d n1 cst dt n1 vbz, q-crq vmd d vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32? av d dt n2 cs pns32 vdb vvi px32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp px32 p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 av pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 326 Page 272
3077 and therefore they should not live so as the men of the world do, but as Judges, very precisely and strictly according to rule. and Therefore they should not live so as the men of the world do, but as Judges, very precisely and strictly according to Rule. cc av pns32 vmd xx vvi av c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb, cc-acp c-acp n2, av av-j cc av-j vvg pc-acp vvi. (19) sermon (DIV2) 326 Page 272
3078 4ly It is required of them that they should hate their own lives in this world, John, 12. 15. Now if the Saints should be such as should see so much excellency in the Kingdom of Christ as to hate their very lives in this world, 4ly It is required of them that they should hate their own lives in this world, John, 12. 15. Now if the Saints should be such as should see so much excellency in the Kingdom of christ as to hate their very lives in this world, av-j pn31 vbz vvn pp-f pno32 cst pns32 vmd vvi po32 d n2 p-acp d n1, np1, crd crd av cs dt n2 vmd vbi d c-acp vmd vvi av d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pc-acp vvi po32 j n2 p-acp d n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 273
3079 then surely to look upon all things in this world as contemptible as hateful in comparison: then surely to look upon all things in this world as contemptible as hateful in comparison: av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp d n1 c-acp j c-acp j p-acp n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 273
3080 it is not meant Hate their lives, that is, Absolutely, but in Comparison: when any comfort or preservation of their lives in this world, comes in the least competition with the furtherance of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ: it is not meant Hate their lives, that is, Absolutely, but in Comparison: when any Comfort or preservation of their lives in this world, comes in the least competition with the furtherance of the Kingdom of jesus christ: pn31 vbz xx vvn vvb po32 n2, cst vbz, av-j, p-acp p-acp n1: c-crq d n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp d n1, vvz p-acp dt ds n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 273
3081 They should look upon the comforts of their lives as a hateful thing, and look upon the very preservation of their lives as a hateful thing; They should look upon the comforts of their lives as a hateful thing, and look upon the very preservation of their lives as a hateful thing; pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 273
3082 shall I make my life comfortable with any hindrance unto the Kingdom of Christ? Oh 'tis that that my soul should abhor, shall I make my life comfortable with any hindrance unto the Kingdom of christ? O it's that that my soul should abhor, vmb pns11 vvi po11 n1 j p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? uh pn31|vbz d cst po11 n1 vmd vvi, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 273
3083 and so should I preserve my life with doing any thing that may be any prejudice to the Kingdom of Christ, I should look upon the very suggestion to such a thing as that that my very soul doth abhor, and so should I preserve my life with doing any thing that may be any prejudice to the Kingdom of christ, I should look upon the very suggestion to such a thing as that that my very soul does abhor, cc av vmd pns11 vvi po11 n1 p-acp vdg d n1 cst vmb vbi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d cst po11 j n1 vdz vvi, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 273
3084 And we find in Scripture that it's made an argument of apostasie, of one that's falling off from the profession of Christ to imbrace the world, And we find in Scripture that it's made an argument of apostasy, of one that's falling off from the profession of christ to embrace the world, cc pns12 vvb p-acp n1 cst pn31|vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f pi cst|vbz vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 273
3085 as it is said of Demas in the 2 of Tim. 4. 10. Demas (saith Paul) hath forsaken me, but what is it that hath made Demas to forsake me? he hath imbraced this present world. So look upon many of your Professors of Religion, such vs have been very forward in former times, as it is said of Demas in the 2 of Tim. 4. 10. Demas (Says Paul) hath forsaken me, but what is it that hath made Demas to forsake me? he hath embraced this present world. So look upon many of your Professors of Religion, such us have been very forward in former times, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt crd pp-f np1 crd crd np1 (vvz np1) vhz vvn pno11, p-acp r-crq vbz pn31 cst vhz vvn np1 pc-acp vvi pno11? pns31 vhz vvn d j n1. av vvi p-acp d pp-f po22 n2 pp-f n1, av-d pno12 vhn vbn av av-j p-acp j n2, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 273
3086 and Oh nothing but Christ in their mouthes, they afterward begin to decline, and wax worser and worser, and O nothing but christ in their mouths, they afterwards begin to decline, and wax Worse and Worse, cc uh pix cc-acp np1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 av vvb pc-acp vvi, cc vvb av-jc cc av-jc, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 273
3087 but observe them, they imbrace this present world, it is because of some honors and esteem, some comforts, riches, but observe them, they embrace this present world, it is Because of Some honours and esteem, Some comforts, riches, cc-acp vvb pno32, pns32 vvi d j n1, pn31 vbz p-acp pp-f d n2 cc n1, d n2, n2, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 273
3088 & estates that they would have, or live at ease in this present world, they cannot endure the hatred of the world. & estates that they would have, or live At ease in this present world, they cannot endure the hatred of the world. cc n2 cst pns32 vmd vhi, cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1, pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 273
3089 So it was with Demas, when he began to hear Paul, he perceived that it was a great excellency to be one of Pauls followers, Paul, he wrought miracles, So it was with Demas, when he began to hear Paul, he perceived that it was a great excellency to be one of Paul's followers, Paul, he wrought Miracles, av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi np1, pns31 vvd cst pn31 vbds dt j n1 pc-acp vbi crd pp-f npg1 n2, np1, pns31 vvd n2, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 273
3090 and Demas (I say) thought it an excellent thing to follow Paul; but after he had followed Paul a while, he found that he was persecuted, and Demas (I say) Thought it an excellent thing to follow Paul; but After he had followed Paul a while, he found that he was persecuted, cc np1 (pns11 vvb) vvd pn31 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1; p-acp c-acp pns31 vhd vvn np1 dt n1, pns31 vvd cst pns31 vbds vvn, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 273
3091 and he saw there was no preferment came in by Pauls preaching, nothing but blows and imprisonments; and he saw there was no preferment Come in by Paul's preaching, nothing but blows and imprisonments; cc pns31 vvd a-acp vbds dx n1 vvd p-acp p-acp npg1 vvg, pix cc-acp n2 cc n2; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 273
3092 and scorns, and contempt, then Demas begins to bethink himself better, and thinks he was mistaken; and scorns, and contempt, then Demas begins to bethink himself better, and thinks he was mistaken; cc n2, cc n1, av np1 vvz pc-acp vvi px31 av-jc, cc vvz pns31 vbds vvn; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3093 I had thought that this Paul would have been a great man in the world one day, I had Thought that this Paul would have been a great man in the world one day, pns11 vhd vvn cst d np1 vmd vhi vbn dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 crd n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3094 and that by my following of him I should get great matters to my self, and that by my following of him I should get great matters to my self, cc cst p-acp po11 vvg pp-f pno31 pns11 vmd vvi j n2 p-acp po11 n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3095 but when he saw that all men were set against Paul, and nothing but persecution was like to betide him, and his Disciples; but when he saw that all men were Set against Paul, and nothing but persecution was like to betide him, and his Disciples; cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd cst d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1, cc pix cc-acp n1 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi pno31, cc po31 n2; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3096 Demas begins to bethink himself, And is it not better for me to keep my credit, and esteem in this world; Demas begins to bethink himself, And is it not better for me to keep my credit, and esteem in this world; np1 vvz pc-acp vvi px31, cc vbz pn31 xx av-jc p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi po11 n1, cc vvi p-acp d n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3097 so Demas leaves him to shift for himself: and therefore saith the Apostle, Demas hath forsaken me, and imbraced this present world. so Demas leaves him to shift for himself: and Therefore Says the Apostle, Demas hath forsaken me, and embraced this present world. av np1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp px31: cc av vvz dt n1, np1 vhz vvn pno11, cc vvd d j n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3098 This may be written upon every Apostates grave, Here lies an Apostate that hath forsaken Jesus Christ, This may be written upon every Apostates grave, Here lies an Apostate that hath forsaken jesus christ, d vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2 j, av vvz dt n1 cst vhz vvn np1 np1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3099 and hath imbraced this present world. and hath embraced this present world. cc vhz vvn d j n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3100 But observe it, and look upon those that were forward in Religion, and now are not; But observe it, and look upon those that were forward in Religion, and now Are not; p-acp vvi pn31, cc vvb p-acp d cst vbdr av-j p-acp n1, cc av vbr xx; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3101 and see whether they have not more worldly hearts than before, and give themselves up to honors, and pleasures, and profits; and see whither they have not more worldly hearts than before, and give themselves up to honours, and pleasures, and profits; cc vvb cs pns32 vhb xx av-dc j n2 cs a-acp, cc vvi px32 a-acp p-acp n2, cc n2, cc n2; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3102 Therefore it's exceeding unbeseeming the Saints to have worldly hearts, they will certainly Apostatize, if their hearts take deep root in the earth. Therefore it's exceeding unbeseeming the Saints to have worldly hearts, they will Certainly Apostatise, if their hearts take deep root in the earth. av pn31|vbz av-vvg j dt n2 pc-acp vhi j n2, pns32 vmb av-j vvi, cs po32 n2 vvb j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3103 If you find your spirits so glewed to the things of the world, that you know not how to part with them, that you know not how to live in a place, If you find your spirits so glued to the things of the world, that you know not how to part with them, that you know not how to live in a place, cs pn22 vvb po22 n2 av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pn22 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cst pn22 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3104 and not to have your neighbors love and respect, and to honor you, and to have the countenance of the times in which you live; and not to have your neighbours love and respect, and to honour you, and to have the countenance of the times in which you live; cc xx pc-acp vhi po22 ng1 n1 cc n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn22, cc pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3105 Do you find your hearts thus cleaving to the things of the world, like the Serpent, that dust you eat, Do you find your hearts thus cleaving to the things of the world, like the Serpent, that dust you eat, vdb pn22 vvi po22 n2 av vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av-j dt n1, cst n1 pn22 vvb, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3106 and upon your belly you go? Know that thou hast a worldly heart, & thou art like to be an Apostate from the Truth of God ere long. and upon your belly you go? Know that thou hast a worldly heart, & thou art like to be an Apostate from the Truth of God ere long. cc p-acp po22 n1 pn22 vvi? vvb cst pns21 vh2 dt j n1, cc pns21 vb2r av-j pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp av-j. (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3107 In the 2. of Titus, 12. the Apostle saith, That the grace of God that hath appeared to all men, teaches them to deny all worldly lusts. Oh my brethren! In the 2. of Titus, 12. the Apostle Says, That the grace of God that hath appeared to all men, Teaches them to deny all worldly Lustiest. O my brothers! p-acp dt crd pp-f np1, crd dt n1 vvz, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vhz vvn p-acp d n2, vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi d j n2. uh po11 n2! (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3108 let's labor to walk worthy of our Calling into the Kingdom of Jesus Christ. 1 Thess. 2. 12. There the Apostle with a great deal of earnestness speaks to the Thessalonians, exhorting them, that they would, Walk worthy of God, who hath called them into his Kingdom, and Glory. let's labour to walk worthy of our Calling into the Kingdom of jesus christ. 1 Thess 2. 12. There the Apostle with a great deal of earnestness speaks to the Thessalonians, exhorting them, that they would, Walk worthy of God, who hath called them into his Kingdom, and Glory. vvb|pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi j pp-f po12 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. crd np1 crd crd a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp dt njp2, vvg pno32, cst pns32 vmd, vvb j pp-f np1, r-crq vhz vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n1, cc n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3109 Are you converted to Christ? you are called into this Kingdom; walk worthy of Him: are you converted to christ? you Are called into this Kingdom; walk worthy of Him: vbr pn22 vvn p-acp np1? pn22 vbr vvn p-acp d n1; vvb j pp-f pno31: (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 274
3110 And mark his earnestness in the verse before, As you know, how we exhorted, and comforted, And mark his earnestness in the verse before, As you know, how we exhorted, and comforted, cc vvb po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 a-acp, p-acp pn22 vvb, c-crq pns12 vvd, cc vvn, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3111 and charged every one of you, (as a father doth his children.) We comforted you, in shewing you the excellency of the Kingdom of God, and charged every one of you, (as a father does his children.) We comforted you, in showing you the excellency of the Kingdom of God, cc vvd d crd pp-f pn22, (c-acp dt n1 vdz po31 n2.) pns12 vvd pn22, p-acp vvg pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3112 and the Priviledges of this Kingdom; and the Privileges of this Kingdom; cc dt n2 pp-f d n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3113 we exhorted you, and we charged every one of you, as a father doth his children; we exhorted you, and we charged every one of you, as a father does his children; pns12 vvd pn22, cc pns12 vvd d crd pp-f pn22, c-acp dt n1 vdz po31 n2; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3114 And what did he exhort, and charge them to? it was this, That they would walk worthy of God, who had called them into his Kingdom, and his glory. And what did he exhort, and charge them to? it was this, That they would walk worthy of God, who had called them into his Kingdom, and his glory. cc q-crq vdd pns31 vvi, cc vvb pno32 p-acp? pn31 vbds d, cst pns32 vmd vvi j pp-f np1, r-crq vhd vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3115 Oh! 'tis a great mercy that God hath revealed any thing of the Kingdom of his Son unto you, walk worthy of it, Oh! it's a great mercy that God hath revealed any thing of the Kingdom of his Son unto you, walk worthy of it, uh pn31|vbz dt j n1 cst np1 vhz vvn d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pn22, vvb j pp-f pn31, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3116 as it becomes those that are called to be the Subjects of such a glorious Kingdom as this is; as it becomes those that Are called to be the Subject's of such a glorious Kingdom as this is; c-acp pn31 vvz d cst vbr vvn pc-acp vbi dt n2-jn pp-f d dt j n1 c-acp d vbz; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3117 and above all things, have a care, and let me warn you of this worldliness in the hearts of the Saints: and above all things, have a care, and let me warn you of this worldliness in the hearts of the Saints: cc p-acp d n2, vhb dt n1, cc vvb pno11 vvi pn22 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2: (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3118 Namely, of a crafty, cunning subtilness in the things of this life; there is nothing more unbeseeming a Christian, than a crafty cunning subtilness for the world: Namely, of a crafty, cunning Subtilness in the things of this life; there is nothing more unbeseeming a Christian, than a crafty cunning Subtilness for the world: av, pp-f dt j, j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j dt njp, cs dt j j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3119 many men bless themselves in this, and they take abundance of content to think, that by their craft and cunning sophistry, they can fetch about things, circumvent others, many men bless themselves in this, and they take abundance of content to think, that by their craft and cunning sophistry, they can fetch about things, circumvent Others, d n2 vvb px32 p-acp d, cc pns32 vvb n1 pp-f j pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp po32 n1 cc j-jn n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n2, vvi n2-jn, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3120 & so provide for themselves in this world: (I say) there is nothing more unbeseeming a Christian, & so provide for themselves in this world: (I say) there is nothing more unbeseeming a Christian, cc av vvb p-acp px32 p-acp d n1: (pns11 vvb) pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j dt njp, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3121 than to be crafty and cunning in circumventing others, and providing for themselves in the matters of this world. than to be crafty and cunning in circumventing Others, and providing for themselves in the matters of this world. cs pc-acp vbi j cc j-jn p-acp vvg n2-jn, cc vvg p-acp px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3122 In 1. Cor. 2. 12. saith the Apostle, We have not received the spirit of the world, In 1. Cor. 2. 12. Says the Apostle, We have not received the Spirit of the world, p-acp crd np1 crd crd vvz dt n1, pns12 vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3123 but the Spirit which is of God, it is that we have received. but the Spirit which is of God, it is that we have received. cc-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz pp-f np1, pn31 vbz cst pns12 vhb vvn. (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3124 There is many men (you may plainly see that) they have the spirit of the world, that's thus: There is many men (you may plainly see that) they have the Spirit of the world, that's thus: pc-acp vbz d n2 (pn22 vmb av-j vvi cst) pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d|vbz av: (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3125 I have many times wondered at it; I have many times wondered At it; pns11 vhi d n2 vvd p-acp pn31; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3126 some men, come and speak to them about any matters of the Kingdom of Christ, they speak so foolishly and childishly, either they must hold their peace, Some men, come and speak to them about any matters of the Kingdom of christ, they speak so foolishly and childishly, either they must hold their peace, d n2, vvb cc vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vvb av av-j cc av-j, av-d pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3127 and say nothing, or else if they do speak they discover so much ignorance, and childishness that a man would wonder where the understandings of such men are that have liv'd so long a time in the world as they have done, and say nothing, or Else if they do speak they discover so much ignorance, and childishness that a man would wonder where the understandings of such men Are that have lived so long a time in the world as they have done, cc vvb pix, cc av cs pns32 vdb vvi pns32 vvb av d n1, cc n1 cst dt n1 vmd vvi c-crq dt n2 pp-f d n2 vbr d vhb vvd av av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns32 vhb vdn, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3128 and heard so much of Religion, and when one hears them speak so, one would wonder how these men should have understanding to live in the world: and herd so much of Religion, and when one hears them speak so, one would wonder how these men should have understanding to live in the world: cc vvd av d pp-f n1, cc c-crq pi vvz pno32 vvi av, pi vmd vvi c-crq d n2 vmd vhi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 275
3129 but now, these in the businesses of the world they are as worldly politick, no man can out go them there, they can foresee all kind of dangers in any miscarriage, but now, these in the businesses of the world they Are as worldly politic, no man can out go them there, they can foresee all kind of dangers in any miscarriage, cc-acp av, d p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vbr a-acp j j, dx n1 vmb av vvi pno32 a-acp, pns32 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3130 and can judge of twenty things together in their thoughts, and compare one thing with another, see further into the world than other men; and can judge of twenty things together in their thoughts, and compare one thing with Another, see further into the world than other men; cc vmb vvi pp-f crd n2 av p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi crd n1 p-acp j-jn, vvb av-jc p-acp dt n1 cs j-jn n2; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3131 so that a man would wonder sometimes (I say) when one hears them speaking of Religion, so that a man would wonder sometime (I say) when one hears them speaking of Religion, av cst dt n1 vmd vvi av (pns11 vvb) c-crq crd vvz pno32 vvg pp-f n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3132 whether these men have any wit or understanding? but when one follows them in the things of the world, you shall see them as witty, whither these men have any wit or understanding? but when one follows them in the things of the world, you shall see them as witty, cs d n2 vhb d n1 cc n1? cc-acp c-crq crd vvz pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp j, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3133 as understanding, as judicious, and as cunning as any men (almost) can be: as understanding, as judicious, and as cunning as any men (almost) can be: c-acp vvg, c-acp j, cc c-acp j-jn c-acp d n2 (av) vmb vbi: (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3134 they have received the spirit of the world, and they are led by the spirit of the world, the god of this world hath taken possession of them, they have received the Spirit of the world, and they Are led by the Spirit of the world, the god of this world hath taken possession of them, pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vvn n1 pp-f pno32, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3135 and it's that that makes them so: and it's that that makes them so: cc pn31|vbz d cst vvz pno32 av: (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3136 but they have not received the Spirit of Jesus Christ, they may say quite contrary to the Apostle; but they have not received the Spirit of jesus christ, they may say quite contrary to the Apostle; cc-acp pns32 vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pns32 vmb vvi av j-jn p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3137 saith the Apostle, we have not received the spirit of the world, but the Spirit of Jesus Christ: Says the Apostle, we have not received the Spirit of the world, but the Spirit of jesus christ: vvz dt n1, pns12 vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3138 they may say, we have not received the Spirit of Christ, but of the world: they may say, we have not received the Spirit of christ, but of the world: pns32 vmb vvi, pns12 vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pp-f dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3139 it's true, Christ would have us so long as we live in the world, to be as wise as serpents, yet innocent as doves; the wisdom that is for the promotion of the Kingdom of Christ it is a wisdom that hath an upright plainess in it, it's true, christ would have us so long as we live in the world, to be as wise as Serpents, yet innocent as Dove; the Wisdom that is for the promotion of the Kingdom of christ it is a Wisdom that hath an upright plainness in it, pn31|vbz j, np1 vmd vhi pno12 av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi c-acp j c-acp n2, av j-jn c-acp n2; dt n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vhz dt j n1 p-acp pn31, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3140 and is according to the simplicity of the Gospel; and is according to the simplicity of the Gospel; cc vbz vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3141 indeed when they have to deal with wicked men, they may exercise a natural wisdom, to avoid the dangers of persecution, indeed when they have to deal with wicked men, they may exercise a natural Wisdom, to avoid the dangers of persecution, av c-crq pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3142 or to avoid the circumventing of wicked men; or to avoid the circumventing of wicked men; cc pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f j n2; (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3143 but when they have to deal with spiritual things, there the wisdom is that that holds forth a simplicity of the Gospel, that is carried on with plainess and simpleness of heart. but when they have to deal with spiritual things, there the Wisdom is that that holds forth a simplicity of the Gospel, that is carried on with plainness and simpleness of heart. cc-acp c-crq pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, a-acp dt n1 vbz d cst vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3144 The Hebrews have the same word that signifies a naked man, and a cunning subtil man. You shall find where it's said of Adam and Eve, they were naked, nakedness of spirit and subtilty may stand together, they signifie the same thing, to shew what kind of subtilty should be in those that are the People of God, it should be that that may stand with a naked spirit, The Hebrews have the same word that signifies a naked man, and a cunning subtle man. You shall find where it's said of Adam and Eve, they were naked, nakedness of Spirit and subtlety may stand together, they signify the same thing, to show what kind of subtlety should be in those that Are the People of God, it should be that that may stand with a naked Spirit, dt njp2 vhb dt d n1 cst vvz dt j n1, cc dt j-jn j n1. pn22 vmb vvi c-crq pn31|vbz vvn pp-f np1 cc n1, pns32 vbdr j, n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av, pns32 vvb dt d n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vmd vbi p-acp d cst vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmd vbi d cst vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 276
3145 so as if God would discover the secrets of all their hearts to all the children of men, that they should not be ashamed to have all their secrets to be opened to them: so as if God would discover the secrets of all their hearts to all the children of men, that they should not be ashamed to have all their secrets to be opened to them: av c-acp cs np1 vmd vvi dt n2-jn pp-f d po32 n2 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2, cst pns32 vmd xx vbi j p-acp vhb d po32 n2-jn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32: (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 277
3146 But now, the cunningness, that is, the cunningness of the serpent, is such a cunningness, as men (if they were but laid open) would quickly be ashamed of. But now, the cunningness, that is, the cunningness of the serpent, is such a cunningness, as men (if they were but laid open) would quickly be ashamed of. cc-acp av, dt n1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz d dt n1, c-acp n2 (cs pns32 vbdr cc-acp vvd j) vmd av-j vbi j pp-f. (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 277
3147 And so much of the fourth use, that it is unbeseeming those that are of the kingdom of Christ, to have the spirit of the world, And so much of the fourth use, that it is unbeseeming those that Are of the Kingdom of christ, to have the Spirit of the world, cc av d pp-f dt ord n1, cst pn31 vbz vvg d cst vbr pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 277
3148 because Christs kingdom is not of this world. Because Christ Kingdom is not of this world. c-acp npg1 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 327 Page 277
3149 5. Ʋse. Hence we see the reason of the meanness of the outward condition of the people of God in this world, 5. Ʋse. Hence we see the reason of the meanness of the outward condition of the people of God in this world, crd n1. av pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 277
3150 why is it that Christ hath so ordered things that the people of God should be so outwardly poor in this world? My Kingdom is not of this world (saith Christ) Therefore, why is it that christ hath so ordered things that the people of God should be so outwardly poor in this world? My Kingdom is not of this world (Says christ) Therefore, q-crq vbz pn31 cst np1 vhz av vvn n2 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi av av-j j p-acp d n1? po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1 (vvz np1) av, (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 277
3151 why should any that come under my kingdom look for great things in this world? they must look to have their comfort and glory in things that concern my Kingdom, why should any that come under my Kingdom look for great things in this world? they must look to have their Comfort and glory in things that concern my Kingdom, q-crq vmd d d vvb p-acp po11 n1 vvb p-acp j n2 p-acp d n1? pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 cst vvb po11 n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 277
3152 and not in the things of this world: and not in the things of this world: cc xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 277
3153 in Psal. 73. 12. Behold! those that are ungodly prosper in this world, (saith the Scripture.) As for men that are godly and come under the Kingdom of Christ, they must look for a prosperity that is beyond this world; in Psalm 73. 12. Behold! those that Are ungodly prosper in this world, (Says the Scripture.) As for men that Are godly and come under the Kingdom of christ, they must look for a Prosperity that is beyond this world; p-acp np1 crd crd vvb! d cst vbr j vvb p-acp d n1, (vvz dt n1.) p-acp p-acp n2 cst vbr j cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp d n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 277
3154 God gives the earth to the children of men, and to the men of the world: God gives the earth to the children of men, and to the men of the world: np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 277
3155 Let them prosper saith God, here's their portion, here's all that they are like ever to have. Let them prosper Says God, here's their portion, here's all that they Are like ever to have. vvb pno32 vvi vvz np1, av|vbz po32 n1, av|vbz d cst pns32 vbr av-j av pc-acp vhi. (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 277
3156 But now for the people of God, they must not look to prosper outwardly in this world; But now for the people of God, they must not look to prosper outwardly in this world; p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 277
3157 John, 16. 33. In the world, you shall have trouble (saith Christ.) Christ does tell His Disciples plainly beforehand, That in the world they shall have trouble; John, 16. 33. In the world, you shall have trouble (Says christ.) christ does tell His Disciples plainly beforehand, That in the world they shall have trouble; np1, crd crd p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vhi n1 (vvz np1.) np1 vdz vvi po31 n2 av-j av, cst p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb vhi n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 277
3158 never make account to have ease and prosperity here below in the world; Certainly you shall have trouble, this is not your kingdom; never make account to have ease and Prosperity Here below in the world; Certainly you shall have trouble, this is not your Kingdom; av-x vvb n1 pc-acp vhi n1 cc n1 av a-acp p-acp dt n1; av-j pn22 vmb vhi n1, d vbz xx po22 n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 277
3159 and therefore John, in the 1. of Rev. 9. ver. There he stiles himself in writing to the Churches: and Therefore John, in the 1. of Rev. 9. ver. There he stile himself in writing to the Churches: cc av np1, p-acp dt crd pp-f n1 crd fw-la. a-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2: (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 277
3160 Your Companion in tribulation, and in the Kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ. Observe it, John that was such an Eminent Member of the Kingdom of Christ; Your Companion in tribulation, and in the Kingdom and patience of jesus christ. Observe it, John that was such an Eminent Member of the Kingdom of christ; po22 n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1. vvb pn31, np1 cst vbds d dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 277
3161 when he speaks unto others that are brought into the kingdom of Christ, saith he, • John, who also am your Brother, when he speaks unto Others that Are brought into the Kingdom of christ, Says he, • John, who also am your Brother, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n2-jn cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz pns31, • np1, r-crq av vbm po22 n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 277
3162 and Companion in Tribulation, and in the kingdom, and patience of Jesus Christ: and Companion in Tribulation, and in the Kingdom, and patience of jesus christ: cc n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 np1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 277
3163 These two may well stand together, to be of the Kingdom of Christ, and companions of men in the Kingdom of Christ, and in Tribulation: These two may well stand together, to be of the Kingdom of christ, and Sodales of men in the Kingdom of christ, and in Tribulation: d crd vmb av vvi av, pc-acp vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3164 yea, mark how the Kingdom of Christ is set in the middle, Companion in Tribulation, and then Kingdom, and then patience; yea, mark how the Kingdom of christ is Set in the middle, Companion in Tribulation, and then Kingdom, and then patience; uh, vvb c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n-jn, n1 p-acp n1, cc av n1, cc av n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3165 So that trouble, and afflictions are on both sides (as it were) of the Kingdom of Christ. So that trouble, and afflictions Are on both sides (as it were) of the Kingdom of christ. av d n1, cc n2 vbr p-acp d n2 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3166 And it's very observable here, John he doth not to get himself credit, say, I John that was the Apostle of Jesus Christ, I John, that was the beloved Disciple of Jesus Christ, I John, that was a Kins-man of Jesus Christ: And it's very observable Here, John he does not to get himself credit, say, I John that was the Apostle of jesus christ, I John, that was the Beloved Disciple of jesus christ, I John, that was a Kinsman of jesus christ: cc pn31|vbz av j av, np1 pns31 vdz xx p-acp vvi px31 n1, vvb, pns11 np1 cst vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pns11 np1, cst vbds dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1 np1, pns11 np1, cst vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3167 no, but I John, your Companion in tribulation, and in the Kingdom, and patience of Jesus Christ. no, but I John, your Companion in tribulation, and in the Kingdom, and patience of jesus christ. uh-dx, cc-acp pns11 np1, po22 n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 np1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3168 If you would be the Companion of the Saints in the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, you must be willing to be their Companion in Tribulation, If you would be the Companion of the Saints in the Kingdom of jesus christ, you must be willing to be their Companion in Tribulation, cs pn22 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vbi po32 n1 p-acp n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3169 and in the patience of Jesus Christ. and in the patience of jesus christ. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3170 So things are ordered by Christ, that the Saints should be in Tribulation, live in trouble in this world. So things Are ordered by christ, that the Saints should be in Tribulation, live in trouble in this world. av n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1, cst dt n2 vmd vbi p-acp n1, vvb p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3171 When any of you that are godly shall meet with crosses, and afflictions, (the briers and thornes which spring out of the world ever since it was cursed by God) the very thought of this Text may be a means to quiet your hearts, When any of you that Are godly shall meet with Crosses, and afflictions, (the briers and thorns which spring out of the world ever since it was cursed by God) the very Thought of this Text may be a means to quiet your hearts, c-crq d pp-f pn22 cst vbr j vmb vvi p-acp n2, cc n2, (dt n2 cc n2 r-crq n1 av pp-f dt n1 av c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp np1) dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vbi dt n2 pc-acp vvi po22 n2, (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3172 and not to have any risings in your bosomes against the dispensations of God towards you: and not to have any risings in your bosoms against the dispensations of God towards you: cc xx pc-acp vhi d n2-vvg p-acp po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22: (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3173 Do not I desire to fear the Lord, and follow Him in all His waies? and yet, Do not I desire to Fear the Lord, and follow Him in all His ways? and yet, vdb xx pns11 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp d po31 n2? cc av, (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3174 how doth the Lord cross me in this world? These murmuring, and repining thoughts will be; how does the Lord cross me in this world? These murmuring, and repining thoughts will be; q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb pno11 p-acp d n1? np1 vvg, cc j-vvg n2 vmb vbi; (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3175 yea, it may be since the time that God wrought upon me by His Word, I am more afflicted than before; yea, it may be since the time that God wrought upon me by His Word, I am more afflicted than before; uh, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 cst np1 vvd p-acp pno11 p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vbm av-dc vvn cs a-acp; (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3176 Is not God displeased with me? it may be I am not in the right way because of these afflictions. Is not God displeased with me? it may be I am not in the right Way Because of these afflictions. vbz xx np1 vvn p-acp pno11? pn31 vmb vbi pns11 vbm xx p-acp dt j-jn n1 c-acp pp-f d n2. (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3177 Oh take heed of these temptations, let my text come into your minds, and answer all these temptations: O take heed of these temptations, let my text come into your minds, and answer all these temptations: uh vvb n1 pp-f d n2, vvb po11 n1 vvn p-acp po22 n2, cc vvi d d n2: (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3178 Christ saith, His Kingdom is not of this world: christ Says, His Kingdom is not of this world: np1 vvz, po31 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3179 since the time I was called out of darkness by the Ministry of the Word, no mervail though I meet with afflictions more than before, since the time I was called out of darkness by the Ministry of the Word, no marvel though I meet with afflictions more than before, c-acp dt n1 pns11 vbds vvn av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dx n1 cs pns11 vvb p-acp n2 av-dc cs a-acp, (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3180 for I am translated into another Kingdom, which is not of this world; for I am translated into Another Kingdom, which is not of this world; c-acp pns11 vbm vvn p-acp j-jn n1, r-crq vbz xx pp-f d n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3181 it pleases the Father to make Christ (who is my Captain) to be perfect through sufferings: it Pleases the Father to make christ (who is my Captain) to be perfect through sufferings: pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 (r-crq vbz po11 n1) pc-acp vbi j p-acp n2: (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 278
3182 Heb. 2. 10. For it became Him, for whom are all things, and by whom are all things, in bringing many sons unto glory, to make the Captain of their salvation perfect through sufferings: Hebrew 2. 10. For it became Him, for whom Are all things, and by whom Are all things, in bringing many Sons unto glory, to make the Captain of their salvation perfect through sufferings: np1 crd crd p-acp pn31 vvd pno31, p-acp ro-crq vbr d n2, cc p-acp ro-crq vbr d n2, p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 j p-acp n2: (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 279
3183 It's an excellent Scripture to quiet the hearts of the Saints in the midst of their sufferings. It's an excellent Scripture to quiet the hearts of the Saints in the midst of their sufferings. pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp j-jn dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 279
3184 [ It became Him ] (saith the Text) for whom are all things, [ It became Him ] (Says the Text) for whom Are all things, [ pn31 vvd pno31 ] (vvz dt n1) p-acp ro-crq vbr d n2, (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 279
3185 and by whom are all things, in bringing many sons unto glory, to make the Captain of their salvation perfect through sufferings: and by whom Are all things, in bringing many Sons unto glory, to make the Captain of their salvation perfect through sufferings: cc p-acp ro-crq vbr d n2, p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 j p-acp n2: (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 279
3186 The Captain of your salvation, yea, your King, that is the King of glory, yet He was made perfect through sufferings. The Captain of your salvation, yea, your King, that is the King of glory, yet He was made perfect through sufferings. dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, uh, po22 n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av pns31 vbds vvn j p-acp n2. (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 279
3187 Now you must go the same way that He did. Now if you must enter into a full possession of this glorious Kingdom through sufferings, Now you must go the same Way that He did. Now if you must enter into a full possession of this glorious Kingdom through sufferings, av pn22 vmb vvi dt d n1 cst pns31 vdd. av cs pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp n2, (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 279
3188 why should you murmur? Luke, 24. 26. Ought not Christ to have suffered these things, why should you murmur? Lycia, 24. 26. Ought not christ to have suffered these things, q-crq vmd pn22 vvi? av, crd crd vmd xx np1 pc-acp vhi vvn d n2, (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 279
3189 and to enter into His Glory? It's a speech of Christ Himself. So I say concerning you: and to enter into His Glory? It's a speech of christ Himself. So I say Concerning you: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1? pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 px31. av pns11 vvb vvg pn22: (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 279
3190 Ought not you to suffer first, and then to enter into your glory? Why should not you come to the fulness of the glory of that Kingdom that is prepared for you; Ought not you to suffer First, and then to enter into your glory? Why should not you come to the fullness of the glory of that Kingdom that is prepared for you; vmd xx pn22 pc-acp vvi ord, cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1? q-crq vmd xx pn22 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn22; (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 279
3191 as Jesus Christ your Head came to the fulness of the glory of His Kingdom? It was by suffering. as jesus christ your Head Come to the fullness of the glory of His Kingdom? It was by suffering. c-acp np1 np1 po22 n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? pn31 vbds p-acp vvg. (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 279
3192 Remember His Kingdom is not of this world. 6. Vse. Here's the reason why the wicked hates the Saints. remember His Kingdom is not of this world. 6. Use. Here's the reason why the wicked hates the Saints. np1 po31 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. crd vvb. av|vbz dt n1 c-crq dt j vvz dt n2. (19) sermon (DIV2) 328 Page 279
3193 Why? they love their own: John, 15. 19. If you were of the world, the world would love you; Why? they love their own: John, 15. 19. If you were of the world, the world would love you; q-crq? pns32 vvb po32 d: np1, crd crd cs pn22 vbdr pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vmd vvi pn22; (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 279
3194 but you are not of the world, therefore the world hates you; but you Are not of the world, Therefore the world hates you; cc-acp pn22 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, av dt n1 vvz pn22; (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 279
3195 you are translated into another Kingdom, and therefore their spirits are bitter against you, and their tongues as sharp as two edged sword; you Are translated into Another Kingdom, and Therefore their spirits Are bitter against you, and their tongues as sharp as two edged sword; pn22 vbr vvn p-acp j-jn n1, cc av po32 n2 vbr j p-acp pn22, cc po32 n2 c-acp j c-acp crd j-vvn n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 279
3196 you come to live by other Laws than they do; you come to live by other Laws than they do; pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2 cs pns32 vdb; (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 279
3197 they know no other Law but the Law of the Land where they live but you have other Laws that they do not understand the authority of, you have other rules for your consciences than they have; they know no other Law but the Law of the Land where they live but you have other Laws that they do not understand the Authority of, you have other rules for your Consciences than they have; pns32 vvb dx j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pn22 vhb j-jn n2 cst pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f, pn22 vhb j-jn n2 p-acp po22 n2 cs pns32 vhb; (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 279
3198 their consciences can yeeld to this, or that, according as may serve for their worldly ends; their Consciences can yield to this, or that, according as may serve for their worldly ends; po32 n2 vmb vvi p-acp d, cc cst, vvg a-acp vmb vvi p-acp po32 j n2; (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 279
3199 but now your consciences are subjected to another authority, you cannot have your consciences yeeld up and down as they can, but now your Consciences Are subjected to Another Authority, you cannot have your Consciences yield up and down as they can, cc-acp av po22 n2 vbr vvn p-acp j-jn n1, pn22 vmbx vhb po22 n2 vvb a-acp cc a-acp c-acp pns32 vmb, (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 279
3200 and thereupon they think it to be ••outness in you, but God knows it to be otherwise: and thereupon they think it to be ••outness in you, but God knows it to be otherwise: cc av pns32 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp pn22, cc-acp np1 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi av: (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 279
3201 And they wonder at this, they understand not the reason of this, and therefore it is that they malign you, they hate you with a perfect hatred, you are Rebels against their kingdom, they are under the kingdom of Satan, And they wonder At this, they understand not the reason of this, and Therefore it is that they malign you, they hate you with a perfect hatred, you Are Rebels against their Kingdom, they Are under the Kingdom of Satan, cc pns32 vvb p-acp d, pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f d, cc av pn31 vbz d pns32 vvb pn22, pns32 vvb pn22 p-acp dt j n1, pn22 vbr n2 p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3202 but you are brought under the kingdom of Christ, and so do Rebel against that kingdom. We hate Rebels. but you Are brought under the Kingdom of christ, and so do Rebel against that Kingdom. We hate Rebels. cc-acp pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vdb vvi p-acp d n1. pns12 vvb n2. (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3203 It's true, in some sense all the Saints are Rebels, that is, they do rebel against the kingdom of Satan, It's true, in Some sense all the Saints Are Rebels, that is, they do rebel against the Kingdom of Satan, pn31|vbz j, p-acp d n1 d dt n2 vbr n2, cst vbz, pns32 vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3204 and the powers of darkness, and if any thing should be enjoyed by men, yet if it be against the Kingdom of Christ, they cannot but rebel in a sense, that is, their spirits must needs be against it, and the Powers of darkness, and if any thing should be enjoyed by men, yet if it be against the Kingdom of christ, they cannot but rebel in a sense, that is, their spirits must needs be against it, cc dt n2 pp-f n1, cc cs d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2, av cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cst vbz, po32 n2 vmb av vbi p-acp pn31, (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3205 and whatever they suffer, they cannot submit to it; and whatever they suffer, they cannot submit to it; cc r-crq pns32 vvb, pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp pn31; (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3206 they do not rebel against lawful authority, but against the kingdom of darkness, and the power of darkness; they do not rebel against lawful Authority, but against the Kingdom of darkness, and the power of darkness; pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3207 and therefore it is that the world doth so much hate them: and Therefore it is that the world does so much hate them: cc av pn31 vbz d dt n1 vdz av av-d vvi pno32: (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3208 When you come into the kingdom of Christ you live upon other principles, and have other ends, you are a kind of separated people from the world; When you come into the Kingdom of christ you live upon other principles, and have other ends, you Are a kind of separated people from the world; c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pn22 vvb p-acp j-jn n2, cc vhb j-jn n2, pn22 vbr dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3209 and we know there is nothing more odious to the world, than that we should be a certain kind of separated people from them; and we know there is nothing more odious to the world, than that we should be a certain kind of separated people from them; cc pns12 vvb pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp dt n1, cs cst pns12 vmd vbi dt j n1 pp-f j-vvn n1 p-acp pno32; (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3210 the world would have all to be like themselves, and for any kind of people to make a profession as if they were call'd out of the world, the world would have all to be like themselves, and for any kind of people to make a profession as if they were called out of the world, dt n1 vmd vhi d pc-acp vbi j px32, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp cs pns32 vbdr vvn av pp-f dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3211 and live after another kind and fashion, and have other sort of hopes, and comforts, and ends, and rules by which they live; and live After Another kind and fashion, and have other sort of hope's, and comforts, and ends, and rules by which they live; cc vvi p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1, cc vhb j-jn n1 pp-f n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc vvz p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb; (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3212 Oh this the world cannot endure: O this the world cannot endure: uh d dt n1 vmbx vvi: (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3213 so long as Paul was in the world, and liv'd as the men of the world, they loved him, so long as Paul was in the world, and lived as the men of the world, they loved him, av av-j c-acp np1 vbds p-acp dt n1, cc vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvd pno31, (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3214 and he was a man of authority among them, but when he was called out of the world, and he was a man of Authority among them, but when he was called out of the world, cc pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vbds vvn av pp-f dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3215 then a pestilent fellow, then seditious; then a pestilent fellow, then seditious; cs dt j n1, av j; (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3216 this separation from the world it cannot be born, there is nothing more provokes the world than separation from the world, this separation from the world it cannot be born, there is nothing more provokes the world than separation from the world, d n1 p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc vvz dt n1 cs n1 p-acp dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3217 and therefore no mervail though the people of God be hated in the world, and looked upon as the ringleadees of sedition: and Therefore no marvel though the people of God be hated in the world, and looked upon as the ringleadees of sedition: cc av dx n1 cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3218 they are separated from the world, and translated into another kingdom, into a kingdom that is not of this world. they Are separated from the world, and translated into Another Kingdom, into a Kingdom that is not of this world. pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvn p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz xx pp-f d n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 329 Page 280
3219 7. Ʋse. From hence may appear the wickedness of the world, that they should reject Christ and His Kingdom. 7. Ʋse. From hence may appear the wickedness of the world, that they should reject christ and His Kingdom. crd n1. p-acp av vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi np1 cc po31 n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 330 Page 280
3220 That they should not 〈 … 〉 it, that's not so much wonder; but that they shou•• 〈 ◊ 〉 it, and persecute it, and reject it; there appears their wickedness. That they should not 〈 … 〉 it, that's not so much wonder; but that they shou•• 〈 ◊ 〉 it, and persecute it, and reject it; there appears their wickedness. cst pns32 vmd xx 〈 … 〉 pn31, d|vbz xx av av-d vvi; cc-acp cst pns32 n1 〈 sy 〉 pn31, cc vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31; pc-acp vvz po32 n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 330 Page 281
3221 You will say, How doth it appear? From my Doctrine it appears thus: You will say, How does it appear? From my Doctrine it appears thus: pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vdz pn31 vvi? p-acp po11 n1 pn31 vvz av: (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3222 If Christs kingdom be not a kingdom of this world, it would do men no hurt at al, it no way would hinder any lawful comforts or honors here in this world; If Christ Kingdom be not a Kingdom of this world, it would do men no hurt At all, it no Way would hinder any lawful comforts or honours Here in this world; cs npg1 n1 vbb xx dt n1 pp-f d n1, pn31 vmd vdi n2 dx n1 p-acp d, pn31 av-dx n1 vmd vvi d j n2 cc n2 av p-acp d n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3223 it is not opposite unto the kingdoms of the world, that is, so as to hinder any thing that is good in the world, the kingdom of Christ may be set up, it is not opposite unto the kingdoms of the world, that is, so as to hinder any thing that is good in the world, the Kingdom of christ may be Set up, pn31 vbz xx j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, av c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vbz j p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3224 and the world need be never the worse for it. and the world need be never the Worse for it. cc dt n1 vvb vbi av-x dt av-jc p-acp pn31. (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3225 Indeed, it doth oppose the wickedness of the world, but it doth not oppose any thing that they dare say themselves to be good Herod persecuted Christ, Indeed, it does oppose the wickedness of the world, but it does not oppose any thing that they Dare say themselves to be good Herod persecuted christ, np1, pn31 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vdz xx vvi d n1 cst pns32 vvb vvi px32 pc-acp vbi j np1 vvn np1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3226 because he heard a King of the Jews was born: But it was without cause; Jesus Christ He did not come to take the Kingdom of Herod away from him: Because he herd a King of the jews was born: But it was without cause; jesus christ He did not come to take the Kingdom of Herod away from him: c-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt np2 vbds vvn: cc-acp pn31 vbds p-acp n1; np1 np1 pns31 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av p-acp pno31: (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3227 The Kings of the Earth (the text saith) they conspire together, and are engaged against Christ: it is their wickedness; The Kings of the Earth (the text Says) they conspire together, and Are engaged against christ: it is their wickedness; dt n2 pp-f dt n1 (dt n1 vvz) pns32 vvb av, cc vbr vvn p-acp np1: pn31 vbz po32 n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3228 Christ, He doth not envy them or their Kingdoms, they may live and be the Kings of the earth still, christ, He does not envy them or their Kingdoms, they may live and be the Kings of the earth still, np1, pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 cc po32 n2, pns32 vmb vvi cc vbb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av, (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3229 and yet the kingdom of Jesus Christ may go on; and yet the Kingdom of jesus christ may go on; cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vmb vvi p-acp; (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3230 the truth is, that the kingdom of Jesus Christ doth not intrench upon any Civil Liberty of men, the truth is, that the Kingdom of jesus christ does not entrench upon any Civil Liberty of men, dt n1 vbz, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp d j n1 pp-f n2, (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3231 and it's their hatred to it, that makes them think it cannot stand with Civil Peace; and it's their hatred to it, that makes them think it cannot stand with Civil Peace; cc pn31|vbz po32 n1 p-acp pn31, cst vvz pno32 vvi pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp j n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3232 the kingdom of Christ may be set up, and Civil Liberty maintained. the Kingdom of christ may be Set up, and Civil Liberty maintained. dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, cc j n1 vvn. (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3233 You may have your estates still, and yet have the kingdom of Christ, and you may be in place of Rule and Government, You may have your estates still, and yet have the Kingdom of christ, and you may be in place of Rule and Government, pn22 vmb vhi po22 n2 av, cc av vhb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pn22 vmb vbi p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3234 and have outward honors still, and yet be of the kingdom of Christ. It's true, if you be brought into the kingdom of Christ; and have outward honours still, and yet be of the Kingdom of christ. It's true, if you be brought into the Kingdom of christ; cc vhb j n2 av, cc av vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. pn31|vbz j, cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3235 perhaps God may call you sometimes to suffering, but then it is so as you will be willing to it, you shall never be call'd to suffering, perhaps God may call you sometime to suffering, but then it is so as you will be willing to it, you shall never be called to suffering, av np1 vmb vvi pn22 av p-acp vvg, cc-acp av pn31 vbz av c-acp pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp pn31, pn22 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp vvg, (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3236 but you shall see cause to be willing to it, you shall have as much good by what you suffer, but you shall see cause to be willing to it, you shall have as much good by what you suffer, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn31, pn22 vmb vhi p-acp d j p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb, (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3237 as you hav• 〈 ◊ 〉 of outward comforts: as you hav• 〈 ◊ 〉 of outward comforts: c-acp pn22 n1 〈 sy 〉 pp-f j n2: (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3238 but this I speak, that the kingdom of Christ intrenches not upon any Civil Liberties of men: but this I speak, that the Kingdom of christ intrenches not upon any Civil Liberties of men: cc-acp d pns11 vvb, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz xx p-acp d j n2 pp-f n2: (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3239 they may enjoy all their lawful comforts, their Estates, their Rule, their Government: they may enjoy all their lawful comforts, their Estates, their Rule, their Government: pns32 vmb vvi d po32 j n2, po32 n2, po32 n1, po32 n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 281
3240 and yet the Kingdom of Christ may flouri••• ▪ Now what a wickedness is this? When as Chri••• would come and set up His Kingdome without any prejudice at all unto the worldly Kingdoms, and yet the Kingdom of christ may flouri••• ▪ Now what a wickedness is this? When as Chri••• would come and Set up His Kingdom without any prejudice At all unto the worldly Kingdoms, cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb n1 ▪ av q-crq dt n1 vbz d? c-crq p-acp np1 vmd vvi cc vvn a-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d p-acp dt j n2, (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3241 and yet they cannot endure it: and yet they cannot endure it: cc av pns32 vmbx vvi pn31: (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3242 You would account that an ill neighbour if you should come and live by him and no way prejudice him, You would account that an ill neighbour if you should come and live by him and no Way prejudice him, pn22 vmd vvi d dt j-jn n1 cs pn22 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31 cc uh-dx n1 vvi pno31, (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3243 and yet for all that he would malign you, because you do but live by him; and yet for all that he would malign you, Because you do but live by him; cc av p-acp d cst pns31 vmd vvi pn22, c-acp pn22 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3244 thus it is with the world, they do malign Jesus Christ for living but by them; thus it is with the world, they do malign jesus christ for living but by them; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, pns32 vdb vvi np1 np1 p-acp vvg p-acp p-acp pno32; (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3245 indeed if a neighbor comes and will intrench upon your ground and liberties, you cannot bear it; indeed if a neighbour comes and will entrench upon your ground and Liberties, you cannot bear it; av cs dt n1 vvz cc vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1 cc n2, pn22 vmbx vvi pn31; (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3246 Jesus Christ doth not do it: jesus christ does not do it: np1 np1 vdz xx vdi pn31: (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3247 One would wonder sometimes why wicked men should be so opposite against men when they come under the Kingdom of Christ more than before: One would wonder sometime why wicked men should be so opposite against men when they come under the Kingdom of christ more than before: pi vmd vvi av q-crq j n2 vmd vbi av j-jn p-acp n2 c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-dc cs a-acp: (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3248 I appeal to you, when God converts a wife to be under the Kingdom of Christ, Doth that take her off from subjection to her husband? let me assure you, it makes her to acknowledge her husband to be Lord more than before; I appeal to you, when God converts a wife to be under the Kingdom of christ, Does that take her off from subjection to her husband? let me assure you, it makes her to acknowledge her husband to be Lord more than before; pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vdz d vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1? vvb pno11 vvi pn22, pn31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi n1 av-dc cs a-acp; (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3249 indeed if when the wife were converted it did take the wife from subjection to the husband, indeed if when the wife were converted it did take the wife from subjection to the husband, av cs c-crq dt n1 vbdr vvn pn31 vdd vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3250 then there were some reason why the husband should storm at it; then there were Some reason why the husband should storm At it; cs pc-acp vbdr d n1 c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pn31; (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3251 but when the more the wife is under the Kingdom of Christ, the more doth she acknowledg the authority of of her husband over her: but when the more the wife is under the Kingdom of christ, the more does she acknowledge the Authority of of her husband over her: cc-acp c-crq dt av-dc dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt av-dc vdz pns31 vvi dt n1 pp-f pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31: (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3252 and so for servants, I confess if the bringing of them by the Word under the kingdom of Christ, did take them off from their obedience to their Masters and Mistrisses, and so for Servants, I confess if the bringing of them by the Word under the Kingdom of christ, did take them off from their Obedience to their Masters and Mistress's, cc av p-acp n2, pns11 vvb cs dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vdd vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3253 then there were some ground to oppose them from going to hear the Word; but when your conscinece tell you that the more they go to hear the Word, then there were Some ground to oppose them from going to hear the Word; but when your conscinece tell you that the more they go to hear the Word, cs pc-acp vbdr d n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1; cc-acp c-crq po22 n1 vvb pn22 d dt av-dc pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3254 and are wrought upon by the Word they are the more obedient to you, why should you hate them then? why should you so malign Christs Kingdom when as Christs Kingdom would help you? I appeal to the consciences of divers Masters, You have one servant that is prophane; and Are wrought upon by the Word they Are the more obedient to you, why should you hate them then? why should you so malign Christ Kingdom when as Christ Kingdom would help you? I appeal to the Consciences of diverse Masters, You have one servant that is profane; cc vbr vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbr dt av-dc j p-acp pn22, q-crq vmd pn22 vvi pno32 av? q-crq vmd pn22 av vvi npg1 n1 c-crq p-acp npg1 n1 vmd vvi pn22? pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, pn22 vhb crd n1 cst vbz j; (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3255 another cannot lie in his bed in the morning but he must come to ••ar the Word; Another cannot lie in his Bed in the morning but he must come to ••ar the Word; j-jn vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 282
3256 now if you had Trust to commit to one of them, so that your whol Estate lay upon it, Which of these two would you trust? your consciences would tell you that that servant that is come under the Kingdom of Christ were rather to be trusted ▪ so that you would trust him in a case of great trust; now if you had Trust to commit to one of them, so that your Whole Estate lay upon it, Which of these two would you trust? your Consciences would tell you that that servant that is come under the Kingdom of christ were rather to be trusted ▪ so that you would trust him in a case of great trust; av cs pn22 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp crd pp-f pno32, av cst po22 j-jn n1 vvd p-acp pn31, r-crq pp-f d crd vmd pn22 vvi? po22 n2 vmd vvi pn22 cst cst n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr av pc-acp vbi vvn ▪ av cst pn22 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 283
3257 and 〈 ◊ 〉 your conscieaces tell you that you hate that servant more than the other. and 〈 ◊ 〉 your conscieaces tell you that you hate that servant more than the other. cc 〈 sy 〉 po22 n2 vvb pn22 cst pn22 vvb d n1 av-dc cs dt n-jn. (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 283
3258 Now here's the wickedness of men, that they do hate the Kingdom of Christ though the Kingdom of Christ doth not intrench upon them. Now here's the wickedness of men, that they do hate the Kingdom of christ though the Kingdom of christ does not entrench upon them. av av|vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cst pns32 vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno32. (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 283
3259 Oh let Christ alone with his Kingdom, and do not oppose Him, He will not oppose you in any thing that you can desire as a rational man. And for the outward Government: O let christ alone with his Kingdom, and do not oppose Him, He will not oppose you in any thing that you can desire as a rational man. And for the outward Government: uh vvb np1 av-j p-acp po31 n1, cc vdb xx vvi pno31, pns31 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp d n1 cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1. cc p-acp dt j n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 331 Page 283
3260 Christ would have no man to be compel'd to it, but those that are convinced that it is the best way; christ would have no man to be compelled to it, but those that Are convinced that it is the best Way; np1 vmd vhi dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc-acp d cst vbr vvn cst pn31 vbz dt js n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3261 He gives no such rules to force any man; He gives no such rules to force any man; pns31 vvz dx d vvz pc-acp vvi d n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3262 if you think the Government is to strickt for you, that you cannot live under it; if you think the Government is to strict for you, that you cannot live under it; cs pn22 vvb dt n1 vbz p-acp j c-acp pn22, cst pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp pn31; (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3263 indeed there may be something used as a natural help, some outward, means used to take men off from their wantonness and wilfulnes: indeed there may be something used as a natural help, Some outward, means used to take men off from their wantonness and wilfulness: av pc-acp vmb vbi pi vvn p-acp dt j n1, d j, n2 vvd pc-acp vvi n2 a-acp p-acp po32 n1 cc n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3264 but now if it appear that you desiring to know which is the best way, but now if it appear that you desiring to know which is the best Way, cc-acp av cs pn31 vvi cst pn22 vvg p-acp vvi r-crq vbz dt js n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3265 and endeavoring to know, and after your desires, and endeavors you cannot be convinced that this is the way that you should walk in; and endeavouring to know, and After your Desires, and endeavors you cannot be convinced that this is the Way that you should walk in; cc vvg pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp po22 n2, cc n2 pn22 vmbx vbi vvn cst d vbz dt n1 cst pn22 vmd vvi p-acp; (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3266 Christ gives no rules to compel you; christ gives no rules to compel you; np1 vvz dx n2 pc-acp vvi pn22; (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3267 but if you belong to God, He is content to stay till the Word and Spirit ••all convince you to come under His Government; but if you belong to God, He is content to stay till the Word and Spirit ••all convince you to come under His Government; cc-acp cs pn22 vvb p-acp np1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3268 Oh! why should you be against it then, when it forces you not to come into it? Oh! be not such an enemy to the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, Oh! why should you be against it then, when it forces you not to come into it? Oh! be not such an enemy to the Kingdom of jesus christ, uh q-crq vmd pn22 vbb p-acp pn31 av, c-crq pn31 vvz pn22 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31? uh vbb xx d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3269 but let those that beleeve another way is the way wherein they come most under the Kingdom of Christ, but let those that believe Another Way is the Way wherein they come most under the Kingdom of christ, cc-acp vvb d cst vvb j-jn n1 vbz dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb av-ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3270 and enjoy 〈 ◊ 〉 •ommunion with Christ, let them alone in that way especially, and enjoy 〈 ◊ 〉 •ommunion with christ, let them alone in that Way especially, cc vvi 〈 sy 〉 n1 p-acp np1, vvb pno32 av-j p-acp d n1 av-j, (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3271 when they live peacable with you, and are every way useful as much as your hearts can desire in all civil things, living neighborly, lovingly, when they live peaceable with you, and Are every Way useful as much as your hearts can desire in all civil things, living neighborly, lovingly, c-crq pns32 vvb j p-acp pn22, cc vbr d n1 j c-acp d c-acp po22 n2 vmb vvi p-acp d j n2, vvg j, av-vvg, (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3272 and faithfully with you in all things; and faithfully with you in all things; cc av-j p-acp pn22 p-acp d n2; (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3273 why should you malign them because you know there is some other way wherein they may enjoy more sweet communion with Jesus Christ than your selves do? That's the seventh Use, which shews the wickedness of the world in opposing the Kingdom of Christ, why should you malign them Because you know there is Some other Way wherein they may enjoy more sweet communion with jesus christ than your selves do? That's the seventh Use, which shows the wickedness of the world in opposing the Kingdom of christ, q-crq vmd pn22 vvi pno32 c-acp pn22 vvb pc-acp vbz d j-jn n1 c-crq pns32 vmb vvi av-dc j n1 p-acp np1 np1 cs po22 n2 vdb? d|vbz dt ord n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3274 when as it is not of this world, it is not that that doth intrench upon their worldly priviledges. when as it is not of this world, it is not that that does entrench upon their worldly privileges. c-crq c-acp pn31 vbz xx pp-f d n1, pn31 vbz xx d cst vdz vvi p-acp po32 j n2. (19) sermon (DIV2) 332 Page 283
3275 8. Ʋse, Hence this Kingdom, if it be not [ of ] this world, then it doth not depend upon 〈 ◊ 〉 world; 8. Ʋse, Hence this Kingdom, if it be not [ of ] this world, then it does not depend upon 〈 ◊ 〉 world; crd n1, av d n1, cs pn31 vbb xx [ pp-f ] d n1, cs pn31 vdz xx vvi p-acp 〈 sy 〉 n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3276 become of the world what will, the Kingd•• of Christ will go on. become of the world what will, the Kingd•• of christ will go on. vvb pp-f dt n1 r-crq vmb, dt np1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi a-acp. (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3277 Men are afraid, Oh! if the Enemies should prevail, and overcome and take away our Civil Rights, Oh then the Kingdom of Christ, what will become of that? Let us not be too solicitous about that, Men Are afraid, Oh! if the Enemies should prevail, and overcome and take away our Civil Rights, O then the Kingdom of christ, what will become of that? Let us not be too solicitous about that, n2 vbr j, uh cs dt n2 vmd vvi, cc vvi cc vvi av po12 j n2-jn, uh av dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vmb vvi pp-f d? vvb pno12 xx vbi av j p-acp d, (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3278 for the Kingdom of Christ is of another world, there is no such dependance of the Kingdom of Christ upon the Kingdoms of this world, for the Kingdom of christ is of Another world, there is no such dependence of the Kingdom of christ upon the Kingdoms of this world, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pp-f j-jn n1, pc-acp vbz dx d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3279 but though they were broken, the kingdom of Christ would subsist. but though they were broken, the Kingdom of christ would subsist. cc-acp cs pns32 vbdr vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi. (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3280 We indeed should labor to preserve our Civil Liberties as much as we can, yea and our Civil Liberty in exercise of Religion in a War-like way, We indeed should labour to preserve our Civil Liberties as much as we can, yea and our Civil Liberty in exercise of Religion in a Warlike Way, pns12 av vmd vvi pc-acp vvi po12 j n2 c-acp d c-acp pns12 vmb, uh cc po12 j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3281 and I should wonder that any should mistake in that, when as this hath been so declared from the beginning of the War to this time, that we may fight for the Civil Liberty we have to the peacable practice and profession of our Religion, and I should wonder that any should mistake in that, when as this hath been so declared from the beginning of the War to this time, that we may fight for the Civil Liberty we have to the peaceable practice and profession of our Religion, cc pns11 vmd vvi cst d vmd vvi p-acp d, c-crq p-acp d vhz vbn av vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pns12 vhb p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3282 so far we may, and that hath been the ground of our War: so Far we may, and that hath been the ground of our War: av av-j pns12 vmb, cc cst vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f po12 n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3283 had we indeed liv'd in such a Country, as the Christians in 〈 ◊ 〉 primitive times, where the Governors and the gener•••ty of the Country had been against it, had we indeed lived in such a Country, as the Christians in 〈 ◊ 〉 primitive times, where the Governors and the gener•••ty of the Country had been against it, vhd pns12 av vvd p-acp d dt n1, c-acp dt njpg2 p-acp 〈 sy 〉 j n2, c-crq dt n2 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhd vbn p-acp pn31, (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3284 then indeed the taking up of Arms, might have been very questionable; then indeed the taking up of Arms, might have been very questionable; av av dt vvg a-acp pp-f n2, vmd vhi vbn av j; (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3285 but now when we live in such a place where our Civil Laws are for the protection of us in the practice of our Religion, but now when we live in such a place where our Civil Laws Are for the protection of us in the practice of our Religion, cc-acp av c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d dt n1 c-crq po12 j n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3286 if any will come and disturb us, we may take up Arms because we have a right to the profession of it, by the Laws of the kingdom, 〈 ◊ 〉 have to our Houses, Lands, if any will come and disturb us, we may take up Arms Because we have a right to the profession of it, by the Laws of the Kingdom, 〈 ◊ 〉 have to our Houses, Lands, cs d vmb vvi cc vvi pno12, pns12 vmb vvi a-acp n2 c-acp pns12 vhb dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, 〈 sy 〉 vhb p-acp po12 n2, n2, (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3287 and Estates, (but that by the way:) But that's the thing I aim at in this use: and Estates, (but that by the Way:) But that's the thing I aim At in this use: cc n2, (cc-acp cst p-acp dt n1:) cc-acp d|vbz dt n1 pns11 vvb p-acp p-acp d n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3288 that though our Civil Right should be lost, yet the kingdom of Christ would go on for all that: that though our Civil Right should be lost, yet the Kingdom of christ would go on for all that: cst cs po12 j n-jn vmd vbi vvn, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp d cst: (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3289 Heb. 12. 28. this is a kingdom that cannot be shaken. At those times when the Magistrates were the greatest enemies unto the kingdom of Christ: Hebrew 12. 28. this is a Kingdom that cannot be shaken. At those times when the Magistrates were the greatest enemies unto the Kingdom of christ: np1 crd crd d vbz dt n1 cst vmbx vbi vvn. p-acp d n2 c-crq dt n2 vbdr dt js n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3290 yet even then the kingdom of Christ went on as fully as ever it hath done since that time; yet even then the Kingdom of christ went on as Fully as ever it hath done since that time; av av av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp c-acp av-j c-acp av pn31 vhz vdn p-acp d n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3291 but the Magistrates may be helps, and there is a promise that Kings shall be nursing fathers, but the Magistrates may be helps, and there is a promise that Kings shall be nursing Father's, cc-acp dt n2 vmb vbi n2, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst n2 vmb vbi vvg n2, (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 284
3292 and Queens nursing mothers to the Church, but yet so it fell out that at the first when the Church was in its infancy, that it did thrive as much when Magistrates and Civil Power was against it as ever it hath done since, and Queen's nursing mother's to the Church, but yet so it fell out that At the First when the Church was in its infancy, that it did thrive as much when Magistrates and Civil Power was against it as ever it hath done since, cc n2 vvg n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av av pn31 vvd av cst p-acp dt ord c-crq dt n1 vbds p-acp po31 n1, cst pn31 vdd vvi p-acp d c-crq n2 cc j n1 vbds p-acp pn31 c-acp av pn31 vhz vdn a-acp, (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 285
3293 and thereby Christ would shew us that His Kingdom doth not depend upon this world, and thereby christ would show us that His Kingdom does not depend upon this world, cc av np1 vmd vvi pno12 d po31 n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp d n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 285
3294 but the Kingdom of Christ doth stand and will stand, and it doth and will prevail to the end of the world, The gates of Hell shall not prevail against it, it shall be more than conqueror; but the Kingdom of christ does stand and will stand, and it does and will prevail to the end of the world, The gates of Hell shall not prevail against it, it shall be more than conqueror; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi cc vmb vvi, cc pn31 vdz cc vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31, pn31 vmb vbi av-dc cs n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 285
3295 and this is a great comfort to the Saints. 9. Ʋse. If the kingdom of Christ be not of this world, but of another; and this is a great Comfort to the Saints. 9. Ʋse. If the Kingdom of christ be not of this world, but of Another; cc d vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2. crd n1. cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb xx pp-f d n1, cc-acp pp-f j-jn; (19) sermon (DIV2) 333 Page 285
3296 then hence we collect the absolute necessity of living by faith, Christians had need then have a principle of faith to live by, then hence we collect the absolute necessity of living by faith, Christians had need then have a principle of faith to live by, av av pns12 vvb dt j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1, np1 vhd n1 av vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (19) sermon (DIV2) 334 Page 285
3297 for their greatest good is in things that are beyond this world, their very King that they obey is a King that cannot be seen by the eye of sence; for their greatest good is in things that Are beyond this world, their very King that they obey is a King that cannot be seen by the eye of sense; p-acp po32 js j vbz p-acp n2 cst vbr p-acp d n1, po32 j n1 cst pns32 vvb vbz dt n1 cst vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 334 Page 285
3298 nor by the eye of reason, they had need have an eye of faith to behold their King in his glory: nor by the eye of reason, they had need have an eye of faith to behold their King in his glory: ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vhd n1 vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp po31 n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 334 Page 285
3299 The Throne of this King of Saints is not a visible Throne to be seen by the eye of sence, The Throne of this King of Saints is not a visible Throne to be seen by the eye of sense, dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n2 vbz xx dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 334 Page 285
3300 and reason but by the eye of faith. and reason but by the eye of faith. cc n1 cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 334 Page 285
3301 The Priviledges that we speak of, are •ot to be seen and enjoyed by sence and reason, but by faith, The Privileges that we speak of, Are •ot to be seen and enjoyed by sense and reason, but by faith, dt n2 cst pns12 vvb pp-f, vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 335 Page 285
3302 And so the Ordinances of this Kingdom, and the Laws and Statutes of it, they are Spiritual, And so the Ordinances of this Kingdom, and the Laws and Statutes of it, they Are Spiritual, cc av dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, pns32 vbr j, (19) sermon (DIV2) 336 Page 285
3303 and must have faith to close with them, and all the comforts of this Kingdom must be drawn in by faith, and must have faith to close with them, and all the comforts of this Kingdom must be drawn in by faith, cc vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc d dt n2 pp-f d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 336 Page 285
3304 therefore it is of absolute necessity that the Saints should exercise much faith in their lives, that they should live continually by faith; Therefore it is of absolute necessity that the Saints should exercise much faith in their lives, that they should live continually by faith; av pn31 vbz pp-f j n1 cst dt n2 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi av-j p-acp n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 336 Page 285
3305 As the Apostle saith in 2 Cor. 5. 7. For we walk by faith, and not by sight; As the Apostle Says in 2 Cor. 5. 7. For we walk by faith, and not by sighed; c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp crd np1 crd crd c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 336 Page 285
3306 It is not by Sight we walk; It is not by Sighed we walk; pn31 vbz xx p-acp n1 pns12 vvb; (19) sermon (DIV2) 336 Page 285
3307 indeed all the good things that there are in the kingdoms of the world they are seen by sence and reason, reason and sence is enough to order us in the matters of the kingdoms of this world: indeed all the good things that there Are in the kingdoms of the world they Are seen by sense and reason, reason and sense is enough to order us in the matters of the kingdoms of this world: av d dt j n2 cst a-acp vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 vbz av-d pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 336 Page 285
3308 but now the kingdom of the Son of God that we are translated into, it's a Spiritual, but now the Kingdom of the Son of God that we Are translated into, it's a Spiritual, cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp, pn31|vbz dt j, (19) sermon (DIV2) 336 Page 285
3309 an Heavenly kingdom, so that the Saints must walk by faith, and not by sight: an Heavenly Kingdom, so that the Saints must walk by faith, and not by sighed: dt j n1, av cst dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 336 Page 285
3310 therefore my brethren labor to strengthen faith, and act your faith, and live upon faith, exercise faith in all your waies, make much of grace and faith or you will never have much good in the Kingdom of Christ, Therefore my brothers labour to strengthen faith, and act your faith, and live upon faith, exercise faith in all your ways, make much of grace and faith or you will never have much good in the Kingdom of christ, av po11 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi po22 n1, cc vvi p-acp n1, n1 n1 p-acp d po22 n2, vvb d pp-f n1 cc n1 cc pn22 vmb av-x vhi av-d j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 336 Page 286
3311 but that grace will help you comfortably to enjoy, and spiritually to improve all the good things in the Kingdom of Jesus Christ to an everlasting advantage. but that grace will help you comfortably to enjoy, and spiritually to improve all the good things in the Kingdom of jesus christ to an everlasting advantage. cc-acp cst n1 vmb vvi pn22 av-j pc-acp vvi, cc av-j pc-acp vvi d dt j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt j n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 336 Page 286
3312 10. Ʋse. If the Kingdom of Christ be not of this world, then the greater mercy to thy soul, that ever thou wast brought under this Kingdom of Christ: 10. Ʋse. If the Kingdom of christ be not of this world, then the greater mercy to thy soul, that ever thou wast brought under this Kingdom of christ: crd n1. cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb xx pp-f d n1, cs dt jc n1 p-acp po21 n1, cst av pns21 vbd2s vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f np1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3313 Oh! thou maiest look back unto thy former time, and know that thou hadst a worldly heart, worldly apprehensions, thy spirit was worldly, altogether for things of the world, taken with the pomp, Oh! thou Mayest look back unto thy former time, and know that thou Hadst a worldly heart, worldly apprehensions, thy Spirit was worldly, altogether for things of the world, taken with the pomp, uh pns21 vm2 vvi av p-acp po21 j n1, cc vvb cst pns21 vhd2 dt j n1, j n2, po21 n1 vbds j, av p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3314 and glory, and the pleasures of this world: and glory, and the pleasures of this world: cc n1, cc dt n2 pp-f d n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3315 How comes it to pass that thou shouldest have a Heavenly Kingdom reveal'd to thee? Whence was it that ever Jesus Christ should be known to thy soul, that was so worldly, How comes it to pass that thou Shouldst have a Heavenly Kingdom revealed to thee? Whence was it that ever jesus christ should be known to thy soul, that was so worldly, q-crq vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi cst pns21 vmd2 vhi dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno21? q-crq vbds pn31 cst av np1 np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1, cst vbds av j, (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3316 so drossie, so earthy a soul? thou wast as deep rooted in the world (it may be) as any, so drossy, so earthy a soul? thou wast as deep rooted in the world (it may be) as any, av j, av j dt n1? pns21 vbd2s a-acp av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 (pn31 vmb vbi) c-acp d, (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3317 and yet that the Lord should cull thee out of the world, and reveal such a Kingdom to thee, that is such a mystery as the Princes of the world have not known, that thou that art a poor creature shouldest come to understand the ••alities of Christ, that the wise and learned men of the world have not known: and yet that the Lord should cull thee out of the world, and reveal such a Kingdom to thee, that is such a mystery as the Princes of the world have not known, that thou that art a poor creature Shouldst come to understand the ••alities of christ, that the wise and learned men of the world have not known: cc av cst dt n1 vmd vvi pno21 av pp-f dt n1, cc vvi d dt n1 p-acp pno21, cst vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb xx vvn, cst pns21 cst vb2r dt j n1 vmd2 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cst dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb xx vvn: (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3318 Oh! the Free Grace of God to thee, and not unto the world! Oh! the Free Grace of God to thee, and not unto the world! uh dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno21, cc xx p-acp dt n1! (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3319 As Judas, (not Iscariot) said, How is it that thou revealest thy self to us, As Judas, (not Iscariot) said, How is it that thou Revealest thy self to us, p-acp np1, (xx np1) vvn, q-crq vbz pn31 cst pns21 vv2 po21 n1 p-acp pno12, (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3320 and not unto the world? how comes it to pass that such wise men, that bear sway in the world, they have very poor, and not unto the world? how comes it to pass that such wise men, that bear sway in the world, they have very poor, cc xx p-acp dt n1? q-crq vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi cst d j n2, cst vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vhb av j, (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3321 and low, and mean, and contemptible thoughts of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ? they look upon it but as a meer notion, and low, and mean, and contemptible thoughts of the Kingdom of jesus christ? they look upon it but as a mere notion, cc j, cc j, cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1? pns32 vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp c-acp dt j n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3322 and a conceit of men, and the rather because they see but a few poor people that are but of mean parts that do imbrace such a way, upon that they contemn it; and a conceit of men, and the rather Because they see but a few poor people that Are but of mean parts that do embrace such a Way, upon that they contemn it; cc dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt av-c c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt d j n1 cst vbr p-acp a-acp j n2 cst vdb vvi d dt n1, p-acp cst pns32 vvb pn31; (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3323 and through the worldly wisdom that they have, they come to undervalue it. and through the worldly Wisdom that they have, they come to undervalue it. cc p-acp dt j n1 cst pns32 vhb, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31. (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3324 Oh! then bless God that ever he should chuse such a poor weak wretch as thou art, Oh! then bless God that ever he should choose such a poor weak wretch as thou art, uh av vvb np1 cst av pns31 vmd vvi d dt j j n1 c-acp pns21 vb2r, (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3325 for to make known the things of the Kingdom of Christ unto; for to make known the things of the Kingdom of christ unto; c-acp pc-acp vvi vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp; (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3326 and therfore of al men, you rich covetous men they are hardest to be wrought upon by the Ministry of the Word. and Therefore of all men, you rich covetous men they Are Hardest to be wrought upon by the Ministry of the Word. cc av pp-f d n2, pn22 j j n2 pns32 vbr js pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 286
3327 When Christ Himself was preaching, it is said in Luke, 16. 14. That the Pharisees who were covetous, they derided Him; they blew their noses at Him, for that's the meaning of the Original. When christ Himself was preaching, it is said in Lycia, 16. 14. That the Pharisees who were covetous, they derided Him; they blew their noses At Him, for that's the meaning of the Original. c-crq np1 px31 vbds vvg, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp av, crd crd cst dt np1 r-crq vbdr j, pns32 vvn pno31; pns32 vvd po32 n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 287
3328 Like as a man that scorns and derides another snivles in the nose; Like as a man that scorns and derides Another snivles in the nose; j c-acp dt n1 cst vvz cc vvz j-jn n-jn p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 287
3329 that's the propriety of the word, that is here translated derided. Oh! a worldly heart is hardest brought unto the Kingdom of Christ: that's the propriety of the word, that is Here translated derided. Oh! a worldly heart is Hardest brought unto the Kingdom of christ: d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz av vvn vvn. uh dt j n1 vbz js vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 287
3330 therefore bless God so much the more, that hath brought thy soul to understand the mysteries of Christs Scepter, that hath translated thee into another Kingdom. Therefore bless God so much the more, that hath brought thy soul to understand the Mysteres of Christ Sceptre, that hath translated thee into Another Kingdom. av vvb np1 av av-d dt av-dc, cst vhz vvn po21 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cst vhz vvn pno21 p-acp j-jn n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 337 Page 287
3331 11. Ʋse. If the Kingdom of Christ be not of this world: 11. Ʋse. If the Kingdom of christ be not of this world: crd n1. cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb xx pp-f d n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 338 Page 287
3332 then they are rebuked that do seek to make the Kingdom of Christ a worldly Kingdom. then they Are rebuked that do seek to make the Kingdom of christ a worldly Kingdom. cs pns32 vbr vvn d vdb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 dt j n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 338 Page 287
3333 I might name very many sorts of men that do this: I will speak but of Three or Four. I might name very many sorts of men that do this: I will speak but of Three or Four. pns11 vmd vvi av d n2 pp-f n2 cst vdb d: pns11 vmb vvi cc-acp pp-f crd cc crd. (19) sermon (DIV2) 338 Page 287
3334 The first is the Papists, those that are Popishly affected; The First is the Papists, those that Are Popishly affected; dt ord vbz dt njp2, d cst vbr av-j vvn; (19) sermon (DIV2) 339 Page 287
3335 all their way is under the name of honoring of Christ, to raise up a worldly Kingdom; all their Way is under the name of honouring of christ, to raise up a worldly Kingdom; d po32 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 339 Page 287
3336 and therefore they make the Pope to be as an Emperor of all the world, as the King of Kings; and Therefore they make the Pope to be as an Emperor of all the world, as the King of Kings; cc av pns32 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (19) sermon (DIV2) 339 Page 287
3337 and their Cardinals, and many of their Bishops to be Princes, and all in a worldly pomp, and their Cardinals, and many of their Bishops to be Princes, and all in a worldly pomp, cc po32 n2, cc d pp-f po32 n2 pc-acp vbi n2, cc d p-acp dt j n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 339 Page 287
3338 and they carry it on, and maintain it by a worldly policy, and by worldly means, and they carry it on, and maintain it by a worldly policy, and by worldly means, cc pns32 vvb pn31 a-acp, cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp j n2, (19) sermon (DIV2) 339 Page 287
3339 and worldly weapons, and therfore stir up the Kings of the earth to root out all those that are against them: and worldly weapons, and Therefore stir up the Kings of the earth to root out all those that Are against them: cc j n2, cc av vvb a-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi av d d cst vbr p-acp pno32: (19) sermon (DIV2) 339 Page 287
3340 these understand not the Kingdom of Christ. Secondly, Such as would conform the Government of the Church meerly to worldly Government; these understand not the Kingdom of christ. Secondly, Such as would conform the Government of the Church merely to worldly Government; d vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1. ord, d c-acp vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j p-acp j n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 339 Page 287
3341 that because worldly men may by their prudence order things as they please in Common-wealths, so as shall be most sutable to them: that Because worldly men may by their prudence order things as they please in Commonwealths, so as shall be most suitable to them: cst c-acp j n2 vmb p-acp po32 n1 n1 n2 c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n2, av c-acp vmb vbi av-ds j p-acp pno32: (19) sermon (DIV2) 340 Page 287
3342 therefore they falsly think, that the Kingdom of Christ must be so too; that it must be suted to every Country: Therefore they falsely think, that the Kingdom of christ must be so too; that it must be suited to every Country: av pns32 av-j vvb, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi av av; cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 340 Page 287
3343 whereas the truth is, there is but one way of the Government of Christ in all the world. whereas the truth is, there is but one Way of the Government of christ in all the world. cs dt n1 vbz, pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 340 Page 287
3344 The great Argument of the Prelates was, Indeed say they, in some places there may be another Government, where there is an Aristocracy in the Civil Government; The great Argument of the Prelates was, Indeed say they, in Some places there may be Another Government, where there is an Aristocracy in the Civil Government; dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 vbds, av vvb pns32, p-acp d n2 a-acp vmb vbi j-jn n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 340 Page 287
3345 but where there is Monarchy, there must be a Bishop. but where there is Monarchy, there must be a Bishop. cc-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 340 Page 287
3346 Now certainly that's not the way of Christ, to sute himself in his Government, to the Government of the world. Now Certainly that's not the Way of christ, to suit himself in his Government, to the Government of the world. av av-j d xx dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 340 Page 288
3347 But the Government that was in the primitive times, must be still. But the Government that was in the primitive times, must be still. p-acp dt n1 cst vbds p-acp dt j n2, vmb vbi av. (19) sermon (DIV2) 340 Page 288
3348 Thirdly, Such kind of men as think that the success of the Gospel, and the Ordinances do depend upon worldly things; as now, upon outward pomp: Thirdly, Such kind of men as think that the success of the Gospel, and the Ordinances do depend upon worldly things; as now, upon outward pomp: ord, d n1 pp-f n2 c-acp vvb cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2 vdb vvi p-acp j n2; c-acp av, p-acp j n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3349 except there be some outward pomp go along with the Gospel; except there be Some outward pomp go along with the Gospel; c-acp pc-acp vbi d j n1 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3350 As now, Great preferments of those that are the Preachers of the Gospel, they think the Gospel will be contemn'd else, As now, Great preferments of those that Are the Preachers of the Gospel, they think the Gospel will be contemned Else, c-acp av, j n2 pp-f d cst vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvb dt n1 vmb vbi vvd av, (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3351 and except the Ordinances be carried on in an outward pomp: They conceive that all will be despised: and except the Ordinances be carried on in an outward pomp: They conceive that all will be despised: cc c-acp dt n2 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1: pns32 vvb cst d vmb vbi vvn: (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3352 except there be Magnificent Temples built and beautified, and except brave Gold and Silver Chalises, the Sacrament would be despised; except there be Magnificent Temples built and beautified, and except brave Gold and Silver Chalises, the Sacrament would be despised; c-acp pc-acp vbi j n2 vvn cc vvn, cc c-acp j n1 cc n1 n2, dt n1 vmd vbi vvn; (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3353 and except they have their Altars, and Rails about them: with all their heathenish vanities, Christ is not worshiped. and except they have their Altars, and Rails about them: with all their Heathenish vanities, christ is not worshipped. cc c-acp pns32 vhb po32 n2, cc vvz p-acp pno32: p-acp d po32 j n2, np1 vbz xx vvn. (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3354 But this is to look upon the Kingdom of Christ as the Kingdoms of the world; But this is to look upon the Kingdom of christ as the Kingdoms of the world; p-acp d vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3355 but Oh no! the kingdom of Christ prevails where there is but little of the world with it. but O no! the Kingdom of christ prevails where there is but little of the world with it. cc-acp uh uh dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz c-crq pc-acp vbz cc-acp j pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31. (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3356 I remember I have read of one Boniface a Martyr, that being asked, whether it were lawful to give the Wine in the Sacrament, in a wooden Challis; I Remember I have read of one Boniface a Martyr, that being asked, whither it were lawful to give the Wine in the Sacrament, in a wooden Challis; pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vvn pp-f crd np1 dt n1, cst vbg vvn, cs pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j np1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3357 saith he, There was a time (indeed) when the Church had wooden Challises, and golden Priests; Says he, There was a time (indeed) when the Church had wooden Chalices, and golden Priests; vvz pns31, a-acp vbds dt n1 (av) c-crq dt n1 vhd j n2, cc j n2; (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3358 but now, the Church hath golden Challises, and wooden Priests. No question, in the primitive times, they had very mean things in the Lords Supper, but now, the Church hath golden Chalices, and wooden Priests. No question, in the primitive times, they had very mean things in the lords Supper, cc-acp av, dt n1 vhz j n2, cc j n2. dx n1, p-acp dt j n2, pns32 vhd av j n2 p-acp dt n2 n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3359 and all things were carried in a very low way to a worldly eye; but (saith he) though their Challises were wooden, the Priests were golden: and all things were carried in a very low Way to a worldly eye; but (Says he) though their Chalices were wooden, the Priests were golden: cc d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j j n1 p-acp dt j n1; cc-acp (vvz pns31) cs po32 n2 vbdr j, dt n2 vbdr j: (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3360 and so the Gospel did prevail. Oh! it's the spiritualness of things that makes the kingdom of Christ to prevail; and so the Gospel did prevail. Oh! it's the spiritualness of things that makes the Kingdom of christ to prevail; cc av dt n1 vdd vvi. uh pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi; (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3361 many think that the Gospel cannot prevail, except it hath abundance of gingles of mens wit, many think that the Gospel cannot prevail, except it hath abundance of gingles of men's wit, d vvb cst dt n1 vmbx vvi, c-acp pn31 vhz n1 pp-f vvz pp-f ng2 n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3362 and tongues, and such kind of school-boy-vanities as these are, but the Gospel never prevails by such things; and tongues, and such kind of school-boy-vanities as these Are, but the Gospel never prevails by such things; cc n2, cc d n1 pp-f n2 c-acp d vbr, cc-acp dt n1 av-x vvz p-acp d n2; (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3363 but that which the world calls foolishness, that is made the power of God, and the wisdom of God to Salvation: but that which the world calls foolishness, that is made the power of God, and the Wisdom of God to Salvation: cc-acp cst r-crq dt n1 vvz n1, cst vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3364 They have carnal hearts that think that the outward pomp, and glory of the world should be such a furtherance to the Gospel, They have carnal hearts that think that the outward pomp, and glory of the world should be such a furtherance to the Gospel, pns32 vhb j n2 cst vvb cst dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3365 as if it should not thrive without it. as if it should not thrive without it. c-acp cs pn31 vmd xx vvi p-acp pn31. (19) sermon (DIV2) 341 Page 288
3366 Lastly, Those that think that the Gospel and the promoting of Christs kingdom depends wholly upon humane policy and strength, these do make the kingdom of Christ to be but as a worldly kingdom. The last Ʋse is this: Lastly, Those that think that the Gospel and the promoting of Christ Kingdom depends wholly upon humane policy and strength, these do make the Kingdom of christ to be but as a worldly Kingdom. The last Ʋse is this: ord, d cst vvb cst dt n1 cc dt j-vvg pp-f npg1 n1 vvz av-jn p-acp j n1 cc n1, d vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi cc-acp c-acp dt j n1. dt ord j vbz d: (19) sermon (DIV2) 342 Page 289
3367 If Christs Kingdom be not of this world, then it teaches us all for to labor to further a kingdom of Christ as distinct from the world, it is a great Point that I am speaking of, about furthering the Kingdom of Christ as distinct from the kingdoms of the world. If Christ Kingdom be not of this world, then it Teaches us all for to labour to further a Kingdom of christ as distinct from the world, it is a great Point that I am speaking of, about furthering the Kingdom of christ as distinct from the kingdoms of the world. cs npg1 n1 vbb xx pp-f d n1, cs pn31 vvz pno12 d c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp jc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst pns11 vbm vvg pp-f, p-acp j-vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3368 Christ himself professes that he came into the world to witness to this truth: and therefore certainly we should do so likewise. christ himself Professes that he Come into the world to witness to this truth: and Therefore Certainly we should do so likewise. np1 px31 vvz cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1: cc av av-j pns12 vmd vdi av av. (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3369 It is in the very next words to my text, when Christ had said his Kingdom was not of this world, Pilate said to Him, Art thou a King then? Jesus answered, Thou saiest I am a King. It is in the very next words to my text, when christ had said his Kingdom was not of this world, Pilate said to Him, Art thou a King then? jesus answered, Thou Sayest I am a King. pn31 vbz p-acp dt av ord n2 p-acp po11 n1, c-crq np1 vhd vvn po31 n1 vbds xx pp-f d n1, np1 vvd p-acp pno31, vb2r pns21 dt n1 av? np1 vvd, pns21 vv2 pns11 vbm dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3370 To this end was I born, and for this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness to the Truth. To this end was I born, and for this cause Come I into the world, that I should bear witness to the Truth. p-acp d n1 vbds pns11 vvn, cc p-acp d n1 vvd pns11 p-acp dt n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3371 Truth, Pilate asked Him what the Truth was? but he said not for an answer: Truth, Pilate asked Him what the Truth was? but he said not for an answer: n1, np1 vvd pno31 r-crq dt n1 vbds? cc-acp pns31 vvd xx p-acp dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3372 but certainly the Truth that Christ means here, is the Truth of His Kingdom. but Certainly the Truth that christ means Here, is the Truth of His Kingdom. cc-acp av-j dt n1 cst np1 vvz av, vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3373 Oh my brethren, it is a matter of so great consequence, that it is a special end why Christ came into the world, O my brothers, it is a matter of so great consequence, that it is a special end why christ Come into the world, uh po11 n2, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f av j n1, cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 c-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3374 why He was born, that he should witness to this Truth. why He was born, that he should witness to this Truth. c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d n1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3375 Then certainly we should account it a great end of our lives to set to our seal to this Truth of the Kingdom of Christ, Then Certainly we should account it a great end of our lives to Set to our seal to this Truth of the Kingdom of christ, av av-j pns12 vmd vvi pn31 dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3376 as distinct from the world, let this be a great engagement on our spirits, to further the preaching of the kingdom, as distinct from the world, let this be a great engagement on our spirits, to further the preaching of the Kingdom, c-acp j p-acp dt n1, vvb d vbb dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp jc dt vvg pp-f dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3377 further it as many waies as you can, improve your Estates, improve your Credits, your Esteem, your Places for the kingdom of Christ; further it as many ways as you can, improve your Estates, improve your Credits, your Esteem, your Places for the Kingdom of christ; av-j pn31 c-acp d n2 c-acp pn22 vmb, vvb po22 n2, vvb po22 n2, po22 n1, po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3378 and then, Oh how comfortable will your death be! and then, O how comfortable will your death be! cc av, uh q-crq j vmb po22 n1 vbi! (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3379 though you should not live here to enjoy all the priviledges that the Saints in other ages shall have in the kingdom of Christ; though you should not live Here to enjoy all the privileges that the Saints in other ages shall have in the Kingdom of christ; cs pn22 vmd xx vvi av pc-acp vvi d dt n2 cst dt n2 p-acp j-jn n2 vmb vhi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3380 yet when you die your death shall be but a passage of you into the glorious Kingdom of Jesus Christ, yet when you die your death shall be but a passage of you into the glorious Kingdom of jesus christ, av c-crq pn22 vvb po22 n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn22 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3381 for there's a Kingdom of Christ beyond this world, though Christ will rule Spiritually while this world lasts: for there's a Kingdom of christ beyond this world, though christ will Rule Spiritually while this world lasts: c-acp pc-acp|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, cs np1 vmb vvi av-j cs d n1 vvz: (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3382 but when men are taken off from this world yet they do but go into the Kingdom of Christ. but when men Are taken off from this world yet they do but go into the Kingdom of christ. cc-acp c-crq n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 av pns32 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3383 In 2 Peter, 1. 5, 6. &c. with which I will conclude, and besides this, giving all diligence, Ad to your faith vertue, and to vertue, knowledg; In 2 Peter, 1. 5, 6. etc. with which I will conclude, and beside this, giving all diligence, Ad to your faith virtue, and to virtue, knowledge; p-acp crd np1, crd crd, crd av p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi, cc p-acp d, vvg d n1, fw-la p-acp po22 n1 n1, cc p-acp n1, n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3384 ad to knowledg temperance, and to temperance patience, and to patience godliness, and to godliness brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness charity; and to knowledge temperance, and to temperance patience, and to patience godliness, and to godliness brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness charity; cc p-acp n1 n1, cc p-acp n1 n1, cc p-acp n1 n1, cc p-acp n1 av-j n1, cc p-acp j n1 n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 289
3385 for if these things be in you and abound, they make you that ye shall neither be barren nor unfruitful in the knowledg of our Lord Jesus Christ: for if these things be in you and abound, they make you that you shall neither be barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord jesus christ: c-acp cs d n2 vbb p-acp pn22 cc vvi, pns32 vvb pn22 cst pn22 vmb av-dx vbi j ccx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 290
3386 And so he goes on further in his exhortation; And so he Goes on further in his exhortation; cc av pns31 vvz p-acp jc p-acp po31 n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 290
3387 and in the 10. verse, Wherefore the rather brethren, give diligence, to make your calling and election sure: and in the 10. verse, Wherefore the rather brothers, give diligence, to make your calling and election sure: cc p-acp dt crd n1, c-crq dt av-c n1, vvb n1, pc-acp vvi po22 n-vvg cc n1 j: (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 290
3388 for if ye do these things you shall never fall: for if you do these things you shall never fallen: c-acp cs pn22 vdb d n2 pn22 vmb av-x vvi: (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 290
3389 for so an entrance shall be ministred unto you abundantly into the evelasting Kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. for so an Entrance shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ. c-acp av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 290
3390 Christ is here a King, He rules in his Church in a spiritual way: christ is Here a King, He rules in his Church in a spiritual Way: np1 vbz av dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 290
3391 but when this world is done, He shall be a King, and if you be now godly you shall have an abundant entrance into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ: but when this world is done, He shall be a King, and if you be now godly you shall have an abundant Entrance into the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ: cc-acp c-crq d n1 vbz vdn, pns31 vmb vbi dt n1, cc cs pn22 vbb av j pn22 vmb vhi dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 290
3392 Mark, when a Beleever dies, he goes into the Kingdome of Jesus Christ, he goes but from one administration of it to another, Mark, when a Believer die, he Goes into the Kingdom of jesus christ, he Goes but from one administration of it to Another, vvb, c-crq dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp crd n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp j-jn, (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 290
3393 but still he is in the same Kingdom of Christ: but still he is in the same Kingdom of christ: cc-acp av pns31 vbz p-acp dt d n1 pp-f np1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 290
3394 here's the difference between the death of the men of the world, and the death of the Saints: here's the difference between the death of the men of the world, and the death of the Saints: av|vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2: (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 290
3395 the men of the world they are of the world, and they are under the kingdom of darkness, the men of the world they Are of the world, and they Are under the Kingdom of darkness, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vbr pp-f dt n1, cc pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 290
3396 and when they die they go to the kingdom of darkness: and when they die they go to the Kingdom of darkness: cc c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 290
3397 and the Saints they are now under the kingdom of Christ spiritually, and when they die they go to another administration of the kingdom of Christ, and the Saints they Are now under the Kingdom of christ spiritually, and when they die they go to Another administration of the Kingdom of christ, cc dt n2 pns32 vbr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j, cc c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vvb p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 290
3398 and the more godly men are, the more abundant entrance shall they have into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. and the more godly men Are, the more abundant Entrance shall they have into the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ. cc dt av-dc j n2 vbr, dt av-dc j n1 vmb pns32 vhb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1. (19) sermon (DIV2) 343 Page 290
3399 Now suppose his Excellency, that hath done so much service for the kingdom, when he shall come, What an entrance will be made for him into the City? Every man that is a free subject may come freely into the City, no body may wrong him, Now suppose his Excellency, that hath done so much service for the Kingdom, when he shall come, What an Entrance will be made for him into the city? Every man that is a free Subject may come freely into the city, no body may wrong him, av vvb po31 n1, cst vhz vdn av av-d n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi, q-crq dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1? np1 n1 cst vbz dt j n-jn vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, dx n1 vmb vvi pno31, (19) sermon (DIV2) 344 Page 290
3400 and he shall enjoy the Liberty of the City; and he shall enjoy the Liberty of the city; cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 344 Page 290
3401 but he hath not that Abundance Entrance into it as a man that hath done much for the kingdom we live in. but he hath not that Abundance Entrance into it as a man that hath done much for the Kingdom we live in. cc-acp pns31 vhz xx d n1 n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 cst vhz vdn d p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp. (19) sermon (DIV2) 344 Page 290
3402 So now, every godly man or woman, if they have but the least degree of grace, they shall come into the Kingdom of Christ, I but those that are powerfully godly, burning and shining lamps, So now, every godly man or woman, if they have but the least degree of grace, they shall come into the Kingdom of christ, I but those that Are powerfully godly, burning and shining lamps, av av, d j n1 cc n1, cs pns32 vhb p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 p-acp d cst vbr av-j j, j-vvg cc j-vvg n2, (19) sermon (DIV2) 344 Page 290
3403 and have been very active and faithful to the death; and have been very active and faithful to the death; cc vhb vbn av j cc j p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV2) 344 Page 290
3404 when they die, the Gates of Heaven shall be set wide open, and they shall have an Abundant Entrance into the Everlasting Kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. FINIS. when they die, the Gates of Heaven shall be Set wide open, and they shall have an Abundant Entrance into the Everlasting Kingdom of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ. FINIS. c-crq pns32 vvb, dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn av-j j, cc pns32 vmb vhi dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1. fw-la. (19) sermon (DIV2) 344 Page 290
3405 THE MISERY OF THOSE MEN THAT HAVE THEIR PORTION IN THIS LIFE. THE MISERY OF THOSE MEN THAT HAVE THEIR PORTION IN THIS LIFE. dt n1 pp-f d n2 cst vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 344 Page 295
3406 PSAL. 17. 14. — From men of the world, who have their Portion in this Life. PSALM 17. 14. — From men of the world, who have their Portion in this Life. np1 crd crd — p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 344 Page 295
3407 THis Psalm is Davids moan unto God under Sauls persecution, without doubt the Psalmist aims at Saul in it: THis Psalm is Davids moan unto God under Saul's persecution, without doubt the Psalmist aims At Saul in it: d n1 vbz np1 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp np1 n1, p-acp n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp pn31: (20) sermon (DIV2) 345 Page 295
3408 In it we have these four things. In it we have these four things. p-acp pn31 pns12 vhb d crd n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 345 Page 295
3409 1. He appeals unto God, to judg the righteousness of his heart towards Saul, verse 2. Let my sentence come from thy presence: 1. He appeals unto God, to judge the righteousness of his heart towards Saul, verse 2. Let my sentence come from thy presence: crd pns31 vvz p-acp np1, p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, n1 crd vvb po11 n1 vvn p-acp po21 n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 346 Page 295
3410 from Saul and his Courtiers, there comes a hard sentence, they call me Traitor, they call me Rebel, from Saul and his Courtiers, there comes a hard sentence, they call me Traitor, they call me Rebel, p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, a-acp vvz dt j n1, pns32 vvb pno11 n1, pns32 vvb pno11 vvi, (20) sermon (DIV2) 346 Page 295
3411 but Lord leave me not unto their sentence, let my sentence come from thy presence: but Lord leave me not unto their sentence, let my sentence come from thy presence: cc-acp n1 vvb pno11 xx p-acp po32 n1, vvb po11 n1 vvn p-acp po21 n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 346 Page 295
3412 that I know will be another sentence than what cometh from them, for thou hast proved me, that I know will be Another sentence than what comes from them, for thou hast proved me, cst pns11 vvb vmb vbi j-jn n1 cs q-crq vvz p-acp pno32, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, (20) sermon (DIV2) 346 Page 295
3413 and tried me, and findest nothing in me. That is the first thing. and tried me, and Findest nothing in me. That is the First thing. cc vvd pno11, cc vv2 pix p-acp pno11. cst vbz dt ord n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 346 Page 295
3414 2. His prayer to God, to keep him in his way, his going, and his footsteps from sliding, verse 5. Lord whatsoever the wrath of Saul be against me, 2. His prayer to God, to keep him in his Way, his going, and his footsteps from sliding, verse 5. Lord whatsoever the wrath of Saul be against me, crd po31 n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, po31 n-vvg, cc po31 n2 p-acp vvg, n1 crd n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbi p-acp pno11, (20) sermon (DIV2) 347 Page 295
3415 yet let neither that, nor any other thing, put me out of thy way, but keep my heart close unto thee, yet let neither that, nor any other thing, put me out of thy Way, but keep my heart close unto thee, av vvb dx d, ccx d j-jn n1, vvb pno11 av pp-f po21 n1, cc-acp vvb po11 n1 av-j p-acp pno21, (20) sermon (DIV2) 347 Page 295
3416 and keep my paths in thy way, let not my footsteps so much as slide from thee, and keep my paths in thy Way, let not my footsteps so much as slide from thee, cc vvb po11 n2 p-acp po21 n1, vvb xx po11 n2 av av-d c-acp vvi p-acp pno21, (20) sermon (DIV2) 347 Page 295
3417 for Lord they watch for my halting; for Lord they watch for my halting; p-acp n1 pns32 vvb p-acp po11 n-vvg; (20) sermon (DIV2) 347 Page 295
3418 if they can find but the least slip from me, they take advantage of it to the utmost; if they can find but the least slip from me, they take advantage of it to the utmost; cs pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt ds n1 p-acp pno11, pns32 vvb n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 347 Page 295
3419 and I am a poor and a weak creature, therefore Lord help me, that my footsteps may not slide. and I am a poor and a weak creature, Therefore Lord help me, that my footsteps may not slide. cc pns11 vbm dt j cc dt j n1, av n1 vvb pno11, cst po11 n2 vmb xx vvi. (20) sermon (DIV2) 347 Page 296
3420 3. He prayes for deliverance, verse 7. Show thy marveilous loving kindness to me; Lord my straights they are marveilous; 3. He prays for deliverance, verse 7. Show thy marvelous loving kindness to me; Lord my straights they Are marvelous; crd pns31 vvz p-acp n1, n1 crd vvb po21 j j-vvg n1 p-acp pno11; n1 po11 n2 pns32 vbr j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3421 I know not what to do, whither to turn me, but my eyes are towards thee; I know not what to do, whither to turn me, but my eyes Are towards thee; pns11 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vdi, c-crq pc-acp vvi pno11, cc-acp po11 n2 vbr p-acp pno21; (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3422 as straights are marveilous, so let the loving kindness of God be marveilous towards me, and keep me as the apple of thy eye; as straights Are marvelous, so let the loving kindness of God be marvelous towards me, and keep me as the apple of thy eye; c-acp n2 vbr j, av vvb dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 vbb j p-acp pno11, cc vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3423 O Lord unto them I am but as a dog, a vile creature in the eyes of Saul, and those about him, Oh Lord unto them I am but as a dog, a vile creature in the eyes of Saul, and those about him, uh n1 p-acp pno32 pns11 vbm p-acp c-acp dt n1, dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc d p-acp pno31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3424 but blessed be thy Name, I can look up to thee, and know that I am deer unto thee, but blessed be thy Name, I can look up to thee, and know that I am deer unto thee, cc-acp vvn vbb po21 n1, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno21, cc vvb cst pns11 vbm n1 p-acp pno21, (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3425 as the apple of thy eye; as the apple of thy eye; c-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3426 All the Saints of God are dear to God at all times, but the persecuted Saints, they are the apple of Gods eye; All the Saints of God Are dear to God At all times, but the persecuted Saints, they Are the apple of God's eye; d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j-jn p-acp np1 p-acp d n2, cc-acp dt vvn n2, pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3427 If at any time they are dear to God, then especially when they are most persecuted; If At any time they Are dear to God, then especially when they Are most persecuted; cs p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr j-jn p-acp np1, av av-j c-crq pns32 vbr av-ds vvn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3428 now they are the apple of his eye, and the apple of an eye is weak, now they Are the apple of his eye, and the apple of an eye is weak, av pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3429 and little able to resist any hurt, but so much the more is the man tender of the apple of his eye: and little able to resist any hurt, but so much the more is the man tender of the apple of his eye: cc j j pc-acp vvi d n1, cc-acp av av-d dt dc vbz dt n1 j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3430 The Saints are weak and shiftless for themselves, but the Lord is so much the more tender over them; The Saints Are weak and shiftless for themselves, but the Lord is so much the more tender over them; dt n2 vbr j cc j p-acp px32, cc-acp dt n1 vbz av av-d dt av-dc j p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3431 and one Argument that the Psalmist uses in praying against his enemies in this, and a special one, and one Argument that the Psalmist uses in praying against his enemies in this, and a special one, cc crd n1 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d, cc dt j pi, (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3432 because they prospered so much in this world, they are inclosed in fat, and have their hearts desire, Because they prospered so much in this world, they Are enclosed in fat, and have their hearts desire, c-acp pns32 vvd av av-d p-acp d n1, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j, cc vhb po32 n2 vvi, (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3433 and thou fillest their bellies with thy hid treasure; and thou Fillest their bellies with thy hid treasure; cc pns21 vv2 po32 n2 p-acp po21 j-vvn n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3434 they leave to their babes, they have their portion in this life, Lord keep me from them. they leave to their babes, they have their portion in this life, Lord keep me from them. pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1, n1 vvb pno11 p-acp pno32. (20) sermon (DIV2) 348 Page 296
3435 4. He doth professes is resolution, yet notwithstanding all the dangers he was in, to go on in the waies of God, and expects a gracious issue; 4. He does Professes is resolution, yet notwithstanding all the dangers he was in, to go on in the ways of God, and expects a gracious issue; crd pns31 vdz vvz vbz n1, av p-acp d dt n2 pns31 vbds p-acp, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvz dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 349 Page 296
3436 But I (saith he) will behold thy face in righteousness; indeed I cannot behold the face of the King without danger to me; But I (Says he) will behold thy face in righteousness; indeed I cannot behold the face of the King without danger to me; cc-acp pns11 (vvz pns31) vmb vvi po21 n1 p-acp n1; av pns11 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11; (20) sermon (DIV2) 349 Page 296
3437 there are a great many that run to kill me, and they desire his face; but though I cannot see his face, yet Lord I shall behold thy face; there Are a great many that run to kill me, and they desire his face; but though I cannot see his face, yet Lord I shall behold thy face; pc-acp vbr dt j d cst vvb pc-acp vvi pno11, cc pns32 vvb po31 n1; cc-acp cs pns11 vmbx vvi po31 n1, av n1 pns11 vmb vvi po21 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 349 Page 296
3438 I will behold thy face, and it shall be in righteousness, I will still keep on in the waies of righteousness, I will behold thy face, and it shall be in righteousness, I will still keep on in the ways of righteousness, pns11 vmb vvi po21 n1, cc pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1, pns11 vmb av vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 349 Page 296
3439 and when I awake, for I beleeve that these troubles will not hold long, I shall not sleep in perpetual sleep, and when I awake, for I believe that these Troubles will not hold long, I shall not sleep in perpetual sleep, cc c-crq pns11 vvb, c-acp pns11 vvb cst d n2 vmb xx vvi av-j, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 349 Page 296
3440 but I shall awake and be delivered, and then shall I be satisfied with thy likeness: but I shall awake and be Delivered, and then shall I be satisfied with thy likeness: cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi cc vbi vvn, cc av vmb pns11 vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 349 Page 296
3441 There shall be the manifestation of thy glory to me, that shall satisfie me for all the trouble that I have endured for thy Names sake; There shall be the manifestation of thy glory to me, that shall satisfy me for all the trouble that I have endured for thy Names sake; pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp pno11, cst vmb vvi pno11 p-acp d dt n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po21 n2 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 349 Page 296
3442 that my soul shall say, I have enough; and this is the sum of this 17. Psalm. that my soul shall say, I have enough; and this is the sum of this 17. Psalm. cst po11 n1 vmb vvi, pns11 vhb d; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f d crd np1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 349 Page 296
3443 Now the words are ••ad unto you: they are a description of Davids adversaries: implying an argument, why he would be delivered from them; Now the words Are ••ad unto you: they Are a description of Davids Adversaries: implying an argument, why he would be Delivered from them; av dt n2 vbr j p-acp pn22: pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2: vvg dt n1, c-crq pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 350 Page 297
3444 they are described to be men of this world, they are only those that were adversaries to him: they Are described to be men of this world, they Are only those that were Adversaries to him: pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f d n1, pns32 vbr av-j d cst vbdr n2 p-acp pno31: (20) sermon (DIV2) 350 Page 297
3445 And a comfort it must needs be to the Saints of God, to see that none are their enemies, And a Comfort it must needs be to the Saints of God, to see that none Are their enemies, cc dt n1 pn31 vmb av vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi d pi vbr po32 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 350 Page 297
3446 but the men of this world; men of this world, who have their portion in this life, they have somewhat here, but the men of this world; men of this world, who have their portion in this life, they have somewhat Here, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1, pns32 vhb av av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 350 Page 297
3447 and here is all they are like to have. 1. It implieth the Argument, why he would be delivered; and Here is all they Are like to have. 1. It Implies the Argument, why he would be Delivered; cc av vbz d pns32 vbr j pc-acp vhi. crd pn31 vvz dt n1, c-crq pns31 vmd vbi vvn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 350 Page 297
3448 Lord, deliver me from them, because they are men of this world, who have their portion in this life; Lord, deliver me from them, Because they Are men of this world, who have their portion in this life; n1, vvb pno11 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vbr n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 351 Page 297
3449 Wherein doth consist the force of this Argument? where lies the force of this Argument, that he would be delivered from them, Wherein does consist the force of this Argument? where lies the force of this Argument, that he would be Delivered from them, q-crq vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1? q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32, (20) sermon (DIV2) 351 Page 297
3450 because they were men of this world, that have their portions in this life? It consists first in this: Because they were men of this world, that have their portions in this life? It consists First in this: c-acp pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f d n1, cst vhb po32 n2 p-acp d n1? pn31 vvz ord p-acp d: (20) sermon (DIV2) 351 Page 297
3451 Lord, They care not what injustice they do, they have no regard to any thing, Lord, They care not what injustice they do, they have no regard to any thing, n1, pns32 vvb xx r-crq n1 pns32 vdb, pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 351 Page 297
3452 but in this world, therefore be it right or wrong, may they have but their lusts in this world, that is all they care for, Lord deliver me from such men. but in this world, Therefore be it right or wrong, may they have but their Lustiest in this world, that is all they care for, Lord deliver me from such men. cc-acp p-acp d n1, av vbb pn31 av-jn cc n-jn, vmb pns32 vhb p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1, cst vbz d pns32 vvb p-acp, n1 vvb pno11 p-acp d n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 351 Page 297
3453 2. Here is all their good, their portion is in this life, and therefore they are greedy upon this; 2. Here is all their good, their portion is in this life, and Therefore they Are greedy upon this; crd av vbz d po32 j, po32 n1 vbz p-acp d n1, cc av pns32 vbr j p-acp d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 352 Page 297
3454 let it be upon the ruin of never so many men, though it be to raise their estates by my ruin, let it be upon the ruin of never so many men, though it be to raise their estates by my ruin, vvb pn31 vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f av-x av d n2, cs pn31 vbb pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp po11 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 352 Page 297
3455 and the ruin of others that are never so innocent; and the ruin of Others that Are never so innocent; cc dt n1 pp-f n2-jn cst vbr av-x av j-jn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 352 Page 297
3456 what care they? they are greedy upon having their lusts satisfied, for here is all their protion. what care they? they Are greedy upon having their Lustiest satisfied, for Here is all their protion. q-crq n1 pns32? pns32 vbr j p-acp vhg po32 n2 vvn, c-acp av vbz d po32 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 352 Page 297
3457 3. Their portion is here in this world: 3. Their portion is Here in this world: crd po32 n1 vbz av p-acp d n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 353 Page 297
3458 They care not for Religion, they will make use of pretences of Religion any way for their own ends, what care they what Protestation they make for Religion, They care not for Religion, they will make use of pretences of Religion any Way for their own ends, what care they what Protestation they make for Religion, pns32 vvb xx p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n2 pp-f n1 d n1 p-acp po32 d n2, r-crq n1 pns32 r-crq n1 pns32 vvb p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 353 Page 297
3459 and the maintainance of it, so be it that they may ruine me ▪ they regard not at all any thing in regard to have their own ••ds: and the maintenance of it, so be it that they may ruin me ▪ they regard not At all any thing in regard to have their own ••ds: cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, av vbb pn31 cst pns32 vmb vvi pno11 ▪ pns32 vvb xx p-acp d d n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vhi po32 d n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 353 Page 297
3460 Lord deliver me from such men. 4. They have their portion in this world: Lord deliver me from such men. 4. They have their portion in this world: n1 vvb pno11 p-acp d n2. crd pns32 vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 353 Page 297
3461 Hence it is that their hearts are so swelled with pride in their lusts, and so warms their malice, it is so heated with such outrages; Hence it is that their hearts Are so swelled with pride in their Lustiest, and so warms their malice, it is so heated with such outrages; av pn31 vbz d po32 n2 vbr av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc av vvz po32 n1, pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp d n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 354 Page 297
3462 Oh let not the foot of pride come upon me, deliver me from proud men, that are flush'd with the enjoyment of their hearts desires. O let not the foot of pride come upon me, deliver me from proud men, that Are flushed with the enjoyment of their hearts Desires. uh vvb xx dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno11, vvb pno11 p-acp j n2, cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 354 Page 297
3463 5. They look only to what they enjoy in this world, and therfore so long as they may have their own ends and own lusts, they will be exceedingly hardened in their own waies, they will give no glory to thee, 5. They look only to what they enjoy in this world, and Therefore so long as they may have their own ends and own Lustiest, they will be exceedingly hardened in their own ways, they will give no glory to thee, crd pns32 vvb av-j p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp d n1, cc av av av-j c-acp pns32 vmb vhi po32 d n2 cc d n2, pns32 vmb vbi av-vvg vvn p-acp po32 d n2, pns32 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp pno21, (20) sermon (DIV2) 355 Page 298
3464 but will be so much the more inraged against me, by taking it as an argument, that their waies are good, Lord therefore deliver me from those men. but will be so much the more enraged against me, by taking it as an argument, that their ways Are good, Lord Therefore deliver me from those men. cc-acp vmb vbi av av-d dt av-dc j-vvn p-acp pno11, p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1, cst po32 n2 vbr j, n1 av vvi pno11 p-acp d n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 355 Page 298
3465 6. They are men that scorn at prayer, or at any thing that is said concerning the tenderness of conscience, they despise conscience and prayer ▪ Lord let me never fall into the hands of such men as those are, deliver me from the men of this world, who have their portion in this life. 6. They Are men that scorn At prayer, or At any thing that is said Concerning the tenderness of conscience, they despise conscience and prayer ▪ Lord let me never fallen into the hands of such men as those Are, deliver me from the men of this world, who have their portion in this life. crd pns32 vbr n2 cst vvb p-acp n1, cc p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb n1 cc n1 ▪ n1 vvb pno11 av-x vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 c-acp d vbr, vvb pno11 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 356 Page 298
3466 For the opening of the words, from the men of the world: the words are translated by some, from mortal men, from men though of the world, For the opening of the words, from the men of the world: the words Are translated by Some, from Mortal men, from men though of the world, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp d, p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp n2 cs pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 356 Page 298
3467 yet are not like to enjoy the world long, for the Original doth signifie as much from frail men, they shall not have it long, in the 89. Psalm, 47. Remember how short my time is; yet Are not like to enjoy the world long, for the Original does signify as much from frail men, they shall not have it long, in the 89. Psalm, 47. remember how short my time is; av vbr xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j, p-acp dt j-jn vdz vvi p-acp d p-acp j n2, pns32 vmb xx vhi pn31 av-j, p-acp dt crd np1, crd np1 c-crq j po11 n1 vbz; (20) sermon (DIV2) 356 Page 298
3468 what little time I have in this world, the word is from the men that shall have but a little time in this world, what little time I have in this world, the word is from the men that shall have but a little time in this world, r-crq j n1 pns11 vhb p-acp d n1, dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n2 cst vmb vhi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 356 Page 298
3469 and the men of this world, the Hebrew word here, that is translated men, sometimes with but the change of the position of one prick, it signifies dead men, mortui as well as vivi, I say, with the change not of a prick, and the men of this world, the Hebrew word Here, that is translated men, sometime with but the change of the position of one prick, it signifies dead men, Deads as well as Vivi, I say, with the change not of a prick, cc dt n2 pp-f d n1, dt njp n1 av, cst vbz vvn n2, av p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f crd n1, pn31 vvz j n2, fw-la a-acp av c-acp fw-la, pns11 vvb, p-acp dt n1 xx pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 356 Page 298
3470 but only of the position of one prick, of one point, it signifies dead men; but only of the position of one prick, of one point, it signifies dead men; cc-acp av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f crd n1, pp-f crd n1, pn31 vvz j n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 356 Page 298
3471 they are men of the world, but such men as are within one prick of death, within one point of death, howsoever they rejoyce; they Are men of the world, but such men as Are within one prick of death, within one point of death, howsoever they rejoice; pns32 vbr n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp d n2 c-acp vbr p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1, p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 vvb; (20) sermon (DIV2) 356 Page 298
3472 who have their portion, their dimension that is given out unto them in this life; who have their portion, their dimension that is given out unto them in this life; r-crq vhb po32 n1, po32 n1 cst vbz vvn av p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 356 Page 298
3473 the word life, though in the singular number in your books, in the Hebrew it is in the plural, Lives, they are men that have all they have, the word life, though in the singular number in your books, in the Hebrew it is in the plural, Lives, they Are men that have all they have, dt n1 n1, cs p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po22 n2, p-acp dt njp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j, n2, pns32 vbr n2 cst vhb d pns32 vhb, (20) sermon (DIV2) 356 Page 298
3474 but only leased for their lives, nay not so much as leased, they have but an estate for life at the most, but only leased for their lives, nay not so much as leased, they have but an estate for life At the most, cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp po32 n2, uh-x xx av av-d c-acp vvn, pns32 vhb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt ds, (20) sermon (DIV2) 356 Page 298
3475 and this present life unto them is instead of all lives; from the men of this world, that have their portion in this life; and this present life unto them is instead of all lives; from the men of this world, that have their portion in this life; cc d j n1 p-acp pno32 vbz av pp-f d n2; p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cst vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 356 Page 298
3476 there are these Two Doctrinal Conclusions in the words that lie plainly before you; the first is, there Are these Two Doctrinal Conclusions in the words that lie plainly before you; the First is, pc-acp vbr d crd j n2 p-acp dt n2 cst vvb av-j p-acp pn22; dt ord vbz, (20) sermon (DIV2) 356 Page 298
3477 There are a Generation of men, to whom God gives some outward good things for a while, There Are a Generation of men, to whom God gives Some outward good things for a while, pc-acp vbr dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz d j j n2 p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 357 Page 298
3478 but these are all that ever they are like to have, they shall never have any more good from God, but these Are all that ever they Are like to have, they shall never have any more good from God, cc-acp d vbr d cst av pns32 vbr j pc-acp vhi, pns32 vmb av-x vhi d dc j p-acp np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 357 Page 298
3479 than they have here for the present; that is the first. That Gods Saints do desire to be delivered from such kind of men; than they have Here for the present; that is the First. That God's Saints do desire to be Delivered from such kind of men; cs pns32 vhb av p-acp dt j; cst vbz dt ord. cst npg1 n2 vdb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 357 Page 298
3480 These two contain in them the scope of the holy Ghost in the words. These two contain in them the scope of the holy Ghost in the words. d crd vvi p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 358 Page 299
3481 First, There are a Generation of men, unto whom God gives out a portion, some comforts in this world, First, There Are a Generation of men, unto whom God gives out a portion, Some comforts in this world, ord, pc-acp vbr dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz av dt n1, d n2 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3482 and here is all that they are like to have. and Here is all that they Are like to have. cc av vbz d cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vhi. (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3483 And now set your hearts (I beseech you) unto what I have to say in this Argument, And now Set your hearts (I beseech you) unto what I have to say in this Argument, cc av vvb po22 n2 (pns11 vvb pn22) p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3484 for in my thoughts, thinking what to pitch upon, for such an Assembly as this, at length I could not determine of an argument, that I thought might more reach unto the hearts of those to whom I was to speak; for in my thoughts, thinking what to pitch upon, for such an Assembly as this, At length I could not determine of an argument, that I Thought might more reach unto the hearts of those to whom I was to speak; c-acp p-acp po11 n2, vvg r-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, p-acp n1 pns11 vmd xx vvi pp-f dt n1, cst pns11 vvd vmd av-dc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq pns11 vbds pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3485 as I hope (before I have done) you will find it such a serious argument that concerns us all; as I hope (before I have done) you will find it such a serious argument that concerns us all; c-acp pns11 vvb (c-acp pns11 vhb vdn) pn22 vmb vvi pn31 d dt j n1 cst vvz pno12 d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3486 I have read of Gregory, that being advanced to preferment, professed that there was no Scripture that went so to his heart, that struck such a trembling into his spirit, that daunted him so much as this Scripture did. I have read of Gregory, that being advanced to preferment, professed that there was no Scripture that went so to his heart, that struck such a trembling into his Spirit, that daunted him so much as this Scripture did. pns11 vhb vvn pp-f np1, cst vbg vvn p-acp n1, vvd cst pc-acp vbds dx n1 cst vvd av p-acp po31 n1, cst vvd d dt j-vvg p-acp po31 n1, cst vvd pno31 av av-d c-acp d n1 vdd. (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3487 Here you have your reward, Son, in your life time, you have had your pleasure. Here you have your reward, Son, in your life time, you have had your pleasure. av pn22 vhb po22 n1, n1, p-acp po22 n1 n1, pn22 vhb vhn po22 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3488 Oh this was a dreadful Scripture, that sounded in his eares continually, as Hierom speaks of that Scripture, Arise you dead and come to judgement: O this was a dreadful Scripture, that sounded in his ears continually, as Hieronymus speaks of that Scripture, Arise you dead and come to judgement: uh d vbds dt j n1, cst vvd p-acp po31 n2 av-j, c-acp np1 vvz pp-f d n1, vvb pn22 j cc vvn p-acp n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3489 night and day he thought that Scripture sounded in his his ears; So Gregory, here you have your reward, in this life you have had your pleasure; night and day he Thought that Scripture sounded in his his ears; So Gregory, Here you have your reward, in this life you have had your pleasure; n1 cc n1 pns31 vvd cst np1 vvd p-acp po31 png31 n2; av np1, av pn22 vhb po22 n1, p-acp d n1 pn22 vhb vhn po22 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3490 This was the Scripture that night and day sounded in his ears ▪ Oh that it might please God, to assist so far, to speak out of this Scripture to you, that I might make this Scripture ring in your ears, This was the Scripture that night and day sounded in his ears ▪ O that it might please God, to assist so Far, to speak out of this Scripture to you, that I might make this Scripture ring in your ears, d vbds dt n1 cst n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp po31 n2 ▪ uh cst pn31 vmd vvi np1, pc-acp vvi av av-j, pc-acp vvi av pp-f d n1 p-acp pn22, cst pns11 vmd vvi d n1 n1 p-acp po22 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3491 even when you lie upon your beds, after the Sermon is done ▪ that yet you may think this Scripture rings in your ears. even when you lie upon your Beds, After the Sermon is done ▪ that yet you may think this Scripture rings in your ears. av c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2, p-acp dt n1 vbz vdn ▪ cst av pn22 vmb vvi d n1 vvz p-acp po22 n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3492 Men of this world, who have their portion in this life; Men of this world, who have their portion in this life; n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3493 If this Scripture should prove to be the portion of any one of you, of the richest in this place, Wo unto him that ever he was born; If this Scripture should prove to be the portion of any one of you, of the Richest in this place, Woe unto him that ever he was born; cs d n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d crd pp-f pn22, pp-f dt js p-acp d n1, n1 p-acp pno31 cst av pns31 vbds vvn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3494 which I shall after make out more fully to you: which I shall After make out more Fully to you: r-crq pns11 vmb p-acp vvi av av-dc av-j p-acp pn22: (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3495 But (you'l say) do you think to preach to men, that have their portion here in this life? I fear me, I may meet with some, whom it doth so neerly concern, But (You'll say) do you think to preach to men, that have their portion Here in this life? I Fear me, I may meet with Some, whom it does so nearly concern, cc-acp (pn22|vmb n1) vdb pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cst vhb po32 n1 av p-acp d n1? pns11 vvb pno11, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d, ro-crq pn31 vdz av av-j vvi, (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3496 yet do not think that I have those thoughts of you all, for you shall find (before I have done) this Scripture will concern every one in this Congregation; yet do not think that I have those thoughts of you all, for you shall find (before I have done) this Scripture will concern every one in this Congregation; av vdb xx vvi cst pns11 vhb d n2 pp-f pn22 d, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi (c-acp pns11 vhb vdn) d n1 vmb vvi d pi p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3497 but yet be not any of you too too ready to put off this from you, to think your selves out of the danger of this Scripture, but yet be not any of you too too ready to put off this from you, to think your selves out of the danger of this Scripture, cc-acp av vbb xx d pp-f pn22 av av j pc-acp vvi a-acp d p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi po22 n2 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 299
3498 for it was spoken concerning Saul, and Saul might have (for ought I know) as strong arguments of Gods love to him, for it was spoken Concerning Saul, and Saul might have (for ought I know) as strong Arguments of God's love to him, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn vvg np1, cc np1 vmd vhi (c-acp pi pns11 vvb) p-acp j n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 300
3499 as many of you (I fear) have this day. as many of you (I Fear) have this day. c-acp d pp-f pn22 (pns11 vvb) vhb d n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 359 Page 300
3500 1. Saul was a man chosen immediately by God himself, to be the first King that ever was over his own people; 1. Saul was a man chosen immediately by God himself, to be the First King that ever was over his own people; crd np1 vbds dt n1 vvn av-j p-acp np1 px31, pc-acp vbi dt ord n1 cst av vbds p-acp po31 d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 360 Page 300
3501 and was not that a great favor? and was not that a great favour? cc vbds xx d dt j n1? (20) sermon (DIV2) 360 Page 300
3502 2. Saul for his person, was one of the goodliest men that was amongst all Israel, higher from the shoulders to the head than any of them. 2. Saul for his person, was one of the Goodliest men that was among all Israel, higher from the shoulders to the head than any of them. crd np1 p-acp po31 n1, vbds pi pp-f dt js n2 cst vbds p-acp d np1, jc p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 cs d pp-f pno32. (20) sermon (DIV2) 361 Page 300
3503 3. For his Endowments, he was a man whom God did endow with admirable gifts of Government: 3. For his Endowments, he was a man whom God did endow with admirable Gifts of Government: crd p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vbds dt n1 ro-crq np1 vdd vvi p-acp j n2 pp-f n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 362 Page 300
3504 he caused another spirit to come upon him: he caused Another Spirit to come upon him: pns31 vvd j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31: (20) sermon (DIV2) 362 Page 300
3505 he was a man that when he heard of his preferment, seemed to be very humble, he was a man that when he herd of his preferment, seemed to be very humble, pns31 vbds dt n1 cst c-crq pns31 vvd pp-f po31 n1, vvd pc-acp vbi av j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 362 Page 300
3506 as judging himself unworthy of such a dignity; as judging himself unworthy of such a dignity; c-acp vvg px31 j pp-f d dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 362 Page 300
3507 in the first of Samuel, 9. 21. Saith he, Who am I, and what is my Fathers house, that I should be thus chosen? And when he had been chosen, some that would reject him, Children of Belial, that notwithstanding God honoring of him, in the First of Samuel, 9. 21. Says he, Who am I, and what is my Father's house, that I should be thus chosen? And when he had been chosen, Some that would reject him, Children of Belial, that notwithstanding God honouring of him, p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, crd crd vvz pns31, q-crq vbm pns11, cc r-crq vbz po11 ng1 n1, cst pns11 vmd vbi av vvn? cc c-crq pns31 vhd vbn vvn, d cst vmd vvi pno31, n2 pp-f np1, cst a-acp np1 vvg pp-f pno31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 362 Page 300
3508 yet would seek to cast dishonor upon him, yet this Saul, had mighty power over his Spirit, he was very meek and a quiet man, in the first of Samuel, 10. 27. the text saith, He held his peace, when the Children of Belial said, What have we to do with him? yet would seek to cast dishonour upon him, yet this Saul, had mighty power over his Spirit, he was very meek and a quiet man, in the First of Samuel, 10. 27. the text Says, He held his peace, when the Children of Belial said, What have we to do with him? av vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31, av d np1, vhd j n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vbds av j cc dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, crd crd dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvd po31 n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd, q-crq vhb pns12 pc-acp vdi p-acp pno31? (20) sermon (DIV2) 362 Page 300
3509 4. Though he were quiet in his own cause, yet he shewed himself to have an excellent spirit of Government in him, in a publick cause; 4. Though he were quiet in his own cause, yet he showed himself to have an excellent Spirit of Government in him, in a public cause; crd cs pns31 vbdr j-jn p-acp po31 d n1, av pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vhi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 363 Page 300
3510 he was full of anger when it was for the good of the people, that he was a Governor over; though quiet in his own; he was full of anger when it was for the good of the people, that he was a Governor over; though quiet in his own; pns31 vbds j pp-f n1 c-crq pn31 vbds p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vbds dt n1 a-acp; cs j-jn p-acp po31 d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 363 Page 300
3511 in the first of Samuel, 11. 6. When he heard of a dishonor done to the people of Israel, the Text saith, that his anger did rise within him; in the First of Samuel, 11. 6. When he herd of a dishonour done to the people of Israel, the Text Says, that his anger did rise within him; p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, crd crd c-crq pns31 vvd pp-f dt n1 vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 vvz, cst po31 n1 vdd vvi p-acp pno31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 363 Page 300
3512 an excellent pattern for all Governors, for all in publique places, to be very silent, and quiet, self denying; an excellent pattern for all Governors, for all in public places, to be very silent, and quiet, self denying; dt j n1 p-acp d n2, p-acp d p-acp j n2, pc-acp vbi av j, cc j-jn, n1 vvg; (20) sermon (DIV2) 363 Page 300
3513 putting up wrongs in their own cause; but to be full of zeal for the publick cause; putting up wrongs in their own cause; but to be full of zeal for the public cause; vvg p-acp n2-jn p-acp po32 d n1; cc-acp pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 363 Page 300
3514 to reserve their spirits for a publick good: Many there are in publick places, that when they are anger'd in their private cause; to reserve their spirits for a public good: Many there Are in public places, that when they Are angered in their private cause; pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt j j: d a-acp vbr p-acp j n2, cst c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 363 Page 300
3515 how full of Spirit they are, and they spend their Spirit there so much, that they have no spirit at all, how full of Spirit they Are, and they spend their Spirit there so much, that they have no Spirit At all, c-crq j pp-f n1 pns32 vbr, cc pns32 vvb po32 n1 a-acp av av-d, cst pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp d, (20) sermon (DIV2) 363 Page 300
3516 when it comes to a publick cause; Saul went beyond them in this. when it comes to a public cause; Saul went beyond them in this. c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1; np1 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp d. (20) sermon (DIV2) 363 Page 300
3517 5. Saul was one, who was much troubled at the sin of the people against God; 5. Saul was one, who was much troubled At the since of the people against God; crd np1 vbds pi, r-crq vbds av-d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 364 Page 301
3518 not only had a spirit to vindicate a publick wrong, but when he saw the people sin against God, his heart was much troubled at their very sin, not only had a Spirit to vindicate a public wrong, but when he saw the people since against God, his heart was much troubled At their very since, xx av-j vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n-jn, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 n1 p-acp np1, po31 n1 vbds av-d vvn p-acp po32 j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 364 Page 301
3519 and seemed to be grieved for it, and mighty solicitous and careful about it, to prevent sin in the people; and seemed to be grieved for it, and mighty solicitous and careful about it, to prevent since in the people; cc vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc j j cc j p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 364 Page 301
3520 this you shall have in 1 Sam. 14. 33. they told Saul there, That the people had sinned in eating with blood, upon that Saul shews himself displeased, Come (saith he) and do not sin against the Lord, roul a stone to me hither; this you shall have in 1 Sam. 14. 33. they told Saul there, That the people had sinned in eating with blood, upon that Saul shows himself displeased, Come (Says he) and do not sin against the Lord, roll a stone to me hither; d pn22 vmb vhi p-acp crd np1 crd crd pns32 vvd np1 a-acp, cst dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp vvg p-acp n1, p-acp d np1 vvz px31 vvn, vvb (vvz pns31) cc vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, vvi dt n1 p-acp pno11 av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 364 Page 301
3521 and so he would see with his own eyes, that they did slay the Cattel, and so he would see with his own eyes, that they did slay the Cattle, cc av pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 d n2, cst pns32 vdd vvi dt n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 364 Page 301
3522 and they did powr forth the blood, that they might not sin against God, in eating blood; this was his care. and they did power forth the blood, that they might not sin against God, in eating blood; this was his care. cc pns32 vdd n1 av dt n1, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp np1, p-acp vvg n1; d vbds po31 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 364 Page 301
3523 6. Saul he was very careful to enquire of God, what he should do in businesses of great consequence, in the 37. ver. 6. Saul he was very careful to inquire of God, what he should do in businesses of great consequence, in the 37. ver. crd np1 pns31 vbds av j pc-acp vvi pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vmd vdi p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt crd fw-la. (20) sermon (DIV2) 365 Page 301
3524 of that 14. chap. of the 1 of Samuel, there he would not go out, till he had first enquired of God. Yea more than all this, of that 14. chap. of the 1 of Samuel, there he would not go out, till he had First inquired of God. Yea more than all this, pp-f d crd n1 pp-f dt crd pp-f np1, a-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi av, c-acp pns31 vhd ord vvn pp-f np1. uh av-dc cs d d, (20) sermon (DIV2) 365 Page 301
3525 7. He was a man that had a very reverend esteem of the Prophets of God: 7. He was a man that had a very reverend esteem of the prophets of God: crd pns31 vbds dt n1 cst vhd dt j j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 366 Page 301
3526 when Samuel came to him, in the 1 of Samuel 15. 13. O thou blessed of the Lord (saith Saul to Samuel) Yea, yet further than this; when Samuel Come to him, in the 1 of Samuel 15. 13. O thou blessed of the Lord (Says Saul to Samuel) Yea, yet further than this; c-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno31, p-acp dt crd pp-f np1 crd crd sy pns21 j-vvn pp-f dt n1 (vvz np1 p-acp np1) uh, av av-jc cs d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 366 Page 301
3527 8. When Samuel shewed unto him, what his sin was, in the 30. ver. 8. When Samuel showed unto him, what his since was, in the 30. ver. crd c-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno31, r-crq po31 n1 vbds, p-acp dt crd fw-la. (20) sermon (DIV2) 367 Page 301
3528 of that 15. chap. he comes and confesses it before the people, and saith, I have sinned, I have sinned against the Lord: of that 15. chap. he comes and Confesses it before the people, and Says, I have sinned, I have sinned against the Lord: pp-f d crd n1 pns31 vvz cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz, pns11 vhb vvn, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 367 Page 301
3529 meerly at the conviction of one Prophet: Yea, yet more than this, merely At the conviction of one Prophet: Yea, yet more than this, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n1: uh, av dc cs d, (20) sermon (DIV2) 367 Page 301
3530 9. God seemed to be with Saul very much, and to shew great respect unto him, to make him an Instrument of much good to Israel; 9. God seemed to be with Saul very much, and to show great respect unto him, to make him an Instrument of much good to Israel; crd np1 vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 av av-d, cc pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f d j p-acp np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 368 Page 301
3531 He granted unto him as glorious a victory as ever man had in this world: (for so we may cal it) and if there be any outward thing in the world might be gathered as an argument of Gods love, He granted unto him as glorious a victory as ever man had in this world: (for so we may call it) and if there be any outward thing in the world might be gathered as an argument of God's love, pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 c-acp j dt n1 c-acp av n1 vhd p-acp d n1: (c-acp av pns12 vmb vvi pn31) cc cs pc-acp vbb d j n1 p-acp dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 368 Page 301
3532 then such a remarkable victory as he had over his enemies: then such a remarkable victory as he had over his enemies: cs d dt j n1 c-acp pns31 vhd p-acp po31 n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 368 Page 301
3533 the victory you shall find in the 1 of Samuel, 13. 5. and so reade on afterwards in that Chapter, the victory you shall find in the 1 of Samuel, 13. 5. and so read on afterwards in that Chapter, dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt crd pp-f np1, crd crd cc av vvb a-acp av p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 368 Page 301
3534 and the next, you shall find there, that the Philistims were risen up against him, and Israel; and the next, you shall find there, that the philistines were risen up against him, and Israel; cc dt ord, pn22 vmb vvi a-acp, cst dt njp2 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp pno31, cc np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 368 Page 302
3535 and there were thirty thousand Chariots, of his Adversaries of the Philistims, and six thousand horsmen, and there were thirty thousand Chariots, of his Adversaries of the philistines, and six thousand horsemen, cc a-acp vbdr crd crd n2, pp-f po31 n2 pp-f dt njp2, cc crd crd n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 368 Page 302
3536 and people as the sand of the Sea for multitude, besides all this; Wel, here was a mighty Enemy: and people as the sand of the Sea for multitude, beside all this; Well, Here was a mighty Enemy: cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d d; uh, av vbds dt j n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 368 Page 302
3537 What had Saul to oppose these? You shall find in the 2. verse of that 14. chapter, that there were but six hundred men with Saul: here was of one side thirty thousand Chariots, here was six thousand horsmen, here was people as the sand of the Sea without number, What had Saul to oppose these? You shall find in the 2. verse of that 14. chapter, that there were but six hundred men with Saul: Here was of one side thirty thousand Chariots, Here was six thousand horsemen, Here was people as the sand of the Sea without number, r-crq vhd np1 pc-acp vvi d? pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f d crd n1, cst a-acp vbdr p-acp crd crd n2 p-acp np1: av vbds pp-f crd n1 crd crd n2, av vbds crd crd n2, av vbds n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 368 Page 302
3538 and Saul had but six hundred with him, at this time; and Saul had but six hundred with him, At this time; cc np1 vhd p-acp crd crd p-acp pno31, p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 368 Page 302
3539 yea, and of those six hundred, there was not any one of them that had a sword, yea, and of those six hundred, there was not any one of them that had a sword, uh, cc pp-f d crd crd, pc-acp vbds xx d crd pp-f pno32 cst vhd dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 368 Page 302
3540 but only Saul, and Jonathan; for the Philistims were wise enough to disarm all the Malignants (that they accounted so) and would not let so much as a Smith be amongst them, they would not only take away their Arms, but only Saul, and Johnathan; for the philistines were wise enough to disarm all the Malignants (that they accounted so) and would not let so much as a Smith be among them, they would not only take away their Arms, cc-acp av-j np1, cc np1; p-acp dt njp2 vbdr j av-d pc-acp vvi d dt n2 (cst pns32 vvd av) cc vmd xx vvi av av-d c-acp dt n1 vbb p-acp pno32, pns32 vmd xx av-j vvi av po32 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 368 Page 302
3541 but they would look to them, to see that they had no arms supplied unto them; but they would look to them, to see that they had no arms supplied unto them; cc-acp pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vhd dx n2 vvn p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 368 Page 302
3542 that was the wisdom of the Philistims; yet we find, (if you reade afterwards) in the Scripture, that God was so far with Saul, that he blessed him, that was the Wisdom of the philistines; yet we find, (if you read afterwards) in the Scripture, that God was so Far with Saul, that he blessed him, cst vbds dt n1 pp-f dt njp2; av pns12 vvb, (cs pn22 vvb av) p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vbds av av-j p-acp np1, cst pns31 vvd pno31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 368 Page 302
3543 and gave him victory over all these. Besides all this. and gave him victory over all these. Beside all this. cc vvd pno31 n1 p-acp d d. p-acp d d. (20) sermon (DIV2) 368 Page 302
3544 10. God blessed Saul with a very gracious Child, a godly son, of a sweet nature, Jonathan, which indeed, 10. God blessed Saul with a very gracious Child, a godly son, of a sweet nature, Johnathan, which indeed, crd np1 vvn np1 p-acp dt j j n1, dt j n1, pp-f dt j n1, np1, r-crq av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 302
3545 if any outward argument in the world, might be an argument of Gods love, that might be; if any outward argument in the world, might be an argument of God's love, that might be; cs d j n1 p-acp dt n1, vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cst vmd vbi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 302
3546 But now put all these things together, and yet here is the man that hath his Portion in this world: But now put all these things together, and yet Here is the man that hath his Portion in this world: cc-acp av vvd d d n2 av, cc av av vbz dt n1 cst vhz po31 n1 p-acp d n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 302
3547 I now challenge the man, especially one, I challenge him that hath certain evidence of a mighty work of God upon him in Christ, let him shew me greater arguments of Gods love to him, than Saul might have done; I now challenge the man, especially one, I challenge him that hath certain evidence of a mighty work of God upon him in christ, let him show me greater Arguments of God's love to him, than Saul might have done; pns11 av vvi dt n1, av-j pi, pns11 vvb pno31 cst vhz j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 p-acp np1, vvb pno31 vvi pno11 jc n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno31, cs np1 vmd vhi vdn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 302
3548 and yet it proved to be Sauls Portion, that he should have only his portion in this world: and yet it proved to be Saul's Portion, that he should have only his portion in this world: cc av pn31 vvd pc-acp vbi np1 n1, cst pns31 vmd vhi av-j po31 n1 p-acp d n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 302
3549 God herein shews that His mercy is His own, and that He will let out His mercy as He pleaseth; God herein shows that His mercy is His own, and that He will let out His mercy as He Pleases; np1 av vvz cst po31 n1 vbz po31 d, cc cst pns31 vmb vvi av po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vvz; (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 302
3550 It is your Fathers pleasure to give you a Kingdom: The Father doles out the Portion as He pleaseth unto His Children; It is your Father's pleasure to give you a Kingdom: The Father doles out the Portion as He Pleases unto His Children; pn31 vbz po22 ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1: dt n1 n2 av dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 302
3551 God will let the Line of His mercy to go thus far to one, and there stop; God will let the Line of His mercy to go thus Far to one, and there stop; np1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av av-j p-acp crd, cc pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 302
3552 and so far to another, and there stop; and then come in a cross line again unto them; and so Far to Another, and there stop; and then come in a cross line again unto them; cc av av-j p-acp j-jn, cc pc-acp vvi; cc av vvb p-acp dt j n1 av p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3553 God so disposes of his mercy that there are some that shall have Heaven and Earth to be their portion, God so disposes of his mercy that there Are Some that shall have Heaven and Earth to be their portion, np1 av vvz pp-f po31 n1 cst a-acp vbr d cst vmb vhi n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi po32 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3554 and their portion is blessed indeed; There are some that shall have Earth, but not Heaven, and their portion is poor, and mean, and sad; and their portion is blessed indeed; There Are Some that shall have Earth, but not Heaven, and their portion is poor, and mean, and sad; cc po32 n1 vbz vvn av; pc-acp vbr d cst vmb vhi n1, cc-acp xx n1, cc po32 n1 vbz j, cc j, cc j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3555 there are others that shall have Heaven, but not earth, and their portion is good; there Are Others that shall have Heaven, but not earth, and their portion is good; pc-acp vbr n2-jn cst vmb vhi n1, cc-acp xx n1, cc po32 n1 vbz j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3556 And there are others that shall neither have Heaven nor Earth, and their portion (you'l say) is miserable indeed: And there Are Others that shall neither have Heaven nor Earth, and their portion (You'll say) is miserable indeed: cc pc-acp vbr n2-jn cst vmb av-dx vhb n1 ccx n1, cc po32 n1 (pn22|vmb n1) vbz j av: (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3557 Gods mercy is His own to dispose of, as He will. God's mercy is His own to dispose of, as He will. ng1 n1 vbz po31 d pc-acp vvi pp-f, c-acp pns31 vmb. (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3558 We reade that Abraham in Gen. 21. 14. He cals for Ishmael and Hagar, and he gives them a piece of bread, a bottle of water, We read that Abraham in Gen. 21. 14. He calls for Ishmael and Hagar, and he gives them a piece of bred, a Bottle of water, pns12 vvb cst np1 p-acp np1 crd crd pns31 vvz p-acp np1 cc np1, cc pns31 vvz pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3559 and sends them away, there's an end of them. and sends them away, there's an end of them. cc vvz pno32 av, pc-acp|vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32. (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3560 So Jehoshaphat in the 2 of Chron. 21. 3. He gave his other son (saith the text) gifts, but the Kingdom he gave to Jehoram. So Jehoshaphat in the 2 of Chronicles 21. 3. He gave his other son (Says the text) Gifts, but the Kingdom he gave to jehoram. np1 np1 p-acp dt crd pp-f np1 crd crd pns31 vvd po31 j-jn n1 (vvz dt n1) n2, cc-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp fw-la. (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3561 So God hath people to whom he gives pieces of bread, bottles of water, yea some to whom he gives great gifts in this world; So God hath people to whom he gives Pieces of bred, bottles of water, yea Some to whom he gives great Gifts in this world; av np1 vhz n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz n2 pp-f n1, n2 pp-f n1, uh d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz j n2 p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3562 but he keeps his inheritance for his Isaac, He keeps the Kingdom for Jehoram: Esau, he had his portion in this world, but he keeps his inheritance for his Isaac, He keeps the Kingdom for jehoram: Esau, he had his portion in this world, cc-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 np1, pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp fw-la: np1, pns31 vhd po31 n1 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3563 and such a portion as he thought to be a very good portion: and such a portion as he Thought to be a very good portion: cc d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi dt av j n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3564 in Gen. 33. 9. Brother (saith he) I have enough. Most rich men are complaining: in Gen. 33. 9. Brother (Says he) I have enough. Most rich men Are complaining: p-acp np1 crd crd n1 (vvz pns31) pns11 vhb av-d. av-ds j n2 vbr vvg: (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3565 they go not so far as Esau, they have their portion, and yet complain of it; they go not so Far as Esau, they have their portion, and yet complain of it; pns32 vvb xx av av-j c-acp np1, pns32 vhb po32 n1, cc av vvi pp-f pn31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3566 Esau hath his portion, and thought he had enough. Esau hath his portion, and Thought he had enough. np1 vhz po31 n1, cc vvd pns31 vhd d. (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3567 Christs Auditors, in the 6. of Luke, 24. they had their portion in this world, Wo to you, here is your consolation (saith Christ unto them:) O dreadful speech! Christ Auditors, in the 6. of Lycia, 24. they had their portion in this world, Woe to you, Here is your consolation (Says christ unto them:) Oh dreadful speech! npg1 n2, p-acp dt crd pp-f av, crd pns32 vhd po32 n1 p-acp d n1, n1 p-acp pn22, av vbz po22 n1 (vvz np1 p-acp pno32:) uh j n1! (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3568 wo to this man, wo to these here is their consolations. woe to this man, woe to these Here is their consolations. n1 p-acp d n1, n1 p-acp d av vbz po32 n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3569 Dives he had portion in this world, in Luke, 16. 25. Son, remember in thy life time thou hadst thy pleasure; Dives he had portion in this world, in Lycia, 16. 25. Son, Remember in thy life time thou Hadst thy pleasure; vvz pns31 vhd n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp av, crd crd n1, vvb p-acp po21 n1 n1 pns21 vhd2 po21 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3570 and thou hadst thy good things, they were thy good things, those things that were measured out for thee, thou hadst them in thy life-time. and thou Hadst thy good things, they were thy good things, those things that were measured out for thee, thou Hadst them in thy lifetime. cc pns21 vhd2 po21 j n2, pns32 vbdr av j n2, d n2 cst vbdr vvn av p-acp pno21, pns21 vhd2 pno32 p-acp po21 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 369 Page 303
3571 In the handling of this Argument, a shall divide what I have to say in these six Particulars: In the handling of this Argument, a shall divide what I have to say in these six Particulars: p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, pns31 vmb vvi r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp d crd n2-j: (20) sermon (DIV2) 370 Page 303
3572 that you may every one of you, go on the more readily along with me. that you may every one of you, go on the more readily along with me. cst pn22 vmb d crd pp-f pn22, vvb p-acp dt av-dc av-j a-acp p-acp pno11. (20) sermon (DIV2) 370 Page 303
3573 First, Why is it that God will deal out somewhat to wicked men in this world, First, Why is it that God will deal out somewhat to wicked men in this world, ord, q-crq vbz pn31 cst np1 vmb vvi av av p-acp j n2 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 371 Page 304
3574 why they shall have any Portion at all? Secondly, That this their portion, it is confin'd to this life; and why so? why they shall have any Portion At all? Secondly, That this their portion, it is confined to this life; and why so? c-crq pns32 vmb vhi d n1 p-acp d? ord, cst d po32 n1, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1; cc q-crq av? (20) sermon (DIV2) 371 Page 304
3575 Thirdly, Some Corrallaries that you will see will naturally flow from those Two. Thirdly, some Corollaries that you will see will naturally flow from those Two. ord, d n2 cst pn22 vmb vvi vmb av-j vvi p-acp d np1 (20) sermon (DIV2) 373 Page 304
3576 Fourthly, We shall consider the condition of these men, who are such that have their Portion in this world. Fourthly, We shall Consider the condition of these men, who Are such that have their Portion in this world. ord, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vbr d cst vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 374 Page 304
3577 Fifthly, We shall endeavor to shew unto you, who are those men, to cull out of the Congregation what that man is, Fifthly, We shall endeavour to show unto you, who Are those men, to cull out of the Congregation what that man is, ord, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, r-crq vbr d n2, pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n1 r-crq d n1 vbz, (20) sermon (DIV2) 375 Page 304
3578 or woman is, that is like to have their Portion in this world. Sixthly, Conclude in the words of Exhortation unto you all. or woman is, that is like to have their Portion in this world. Sixthly, Conclude in the words of Exhortation unto you all. cc n1 vbz, cst vbz av-j pc-acp vhi po32 n1 p-acp d n1. j, vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22 d. (20) sermon (DIV2) 375 Page 304
3579 For the first: God doth give to wicked men a Portion, He doles out something. First, They are all His Creatures. For the First: God does give to wicked men a Portion, He doles out something. First, They Are all His Creatures. p-acp dt ord: np1 vdz vvi p-acp j n2 dt n1, pns31 n2 av pi. ord, pns32 vbr d po31 n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 377 Page 304
3580 Saith John concerning Jezebel, Go, take away this cursed woman, shew some respect unto her, let her not lie there in the streets, but take her away; Says John Concerning Jezebel, Go, take away this cursed woman, show Some respect unto her, let her not lie there in the streets, but take her away; vvz np1 vvg np1, vvb, vvb av d j-vvn n1, vvb d n1 p-acp pno31, vvb pno31 xx vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2, cc-acp vvb pno31 av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 378 Page 304
3581 for she is the Daughter of a King. for she is the Daughter of a King. c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 378 Page 304
3582 So saith God, Well, though these be cursed, yet they are my Creatures, some respect they shall have from me, some good I'le communicate to them; So Says God, Well, though these be cursed, yet they Are my Creatures, Some respect they shall have from me, Some good I'll communicate to them; np1 vvz np1, av, cs d vbb vvn, av pns32 vbr po11 n2, d n1 pns32 vmb vhi p-acp pno11, d j pns11|vmb vvi p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 378 Page 304
3583 Indeed, it is not an Argument strong enough, that because you are Gods Creatures, therfore God should be merciful eternally to you; Indeed, it is not an Argument strong enough, that Because you Are God's Creatures, Therefore God should be merciful eternally to you; av, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 j av-d, cst c-acp pn22 vbr ng1 n2, av np1 vmd vbi j av-j p-acp pn22; (20) sermon (DIV2) 378 Page 304
3584 but it may be an Argument strong enough, because you are His Creatures, you shall have somewhat. but it may be an Argument strong enough, Because you Are His Creatures, you shall have somewhat. cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 j av-d, c-acp pn22 vbr po31 n2, pn22 vmb vhi av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 378 Page 304
3585 Secondly, This time of life, it's the time of Gods patience, the day of Gods long-suffering. Thirdly. Therefore, somewhat you shall have; Secondly, This time of life, it's the time of God's patience, the day of God's long-suffering. Thirdly. Therefore, somewhat you shall have; ord, d n1 pp-f n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, dt n1 pp-f npg1 j. ord. av, av pn22 vmb vhi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 379 Page 304
3586 and the day of patience is mans day: in 1 Cor. 4. 3. saith the Apostle there, I pass not for mans judgement: and the day of patience is men day: in 1 Cor. 4. 3. Says the Apostle there, I pass not for men judgement: cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz ng1 n1: p-acp crd np1 crd crd vvz dt n1 a-acp, pns11 vvb xx p-acp ng1 n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 380 Page 305
3587 The words are in the Greek, For mans Day. I pass not for mans day, so the words may be translated; The words Are in the Greek, For men Day. I pass not for men day, so the words may be translated; dt n2 vbr p-acp dt jp, p-acp ng1 n1. pns11 vvb xx p-acp ng1 n1, av dt n2 vmb vbi vvn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 380 Page 305
3588 as if the Apostle should say, it is true, Man carries all before him now, man hath all the doings now at this day, as if the Apostle should say, it is true, Man carries all before him now, man hath all the doings now At this day, c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi, pn31 vbz j, n1 vvz d p-acp pno31 av, n1 vhz d dt n2-vdg av p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 380 Page 305
3589 and he may judg and censure as he pleaseth; it is but his day, and I pass not for mans day; and he may judge and censure as he Pleases; it is but his day, and I pass not for men day; cc pns31 vmb n1 cc n1 c-acp pns31 vvz; pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp ng1 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 380 Page 305
3590 the day of patience may prove to be mans day; that is the third. the day of patience may prove to be men day; that is the third. dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi ng1 n1; d vbz dt ord. (20) sermon (DIV2) 380 Page 305
3591 Fourthly, Wicked men, they do somewhat for God here, some kind of service, that is at least materially a service for God: Fourthly, Wicked men, they do somewhat for God Here, Some kind of service, that is At least materially a service for God: ord, j n2, pns32 vdb av p-acp np1 av, d n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz p-acp ds av-jn dt n1 p-acp np1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 305
3592 and God will not have them clamour upon Him, that they have nothing for their work; and God will not have them clamour upon Him, that they have nothing for their work; cc np1 vmb xx vhi pno32 vvi p-acp pno31, cst pns32 vhb pix p-acp po32 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 305
3593 God will give to every one something for what they do for Him, though it be never so little, here in this world. God will give to every one something for what they do for Him, though it be never so little, Here in this world. np1 vmb vvi p-acp d crd pi p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb p-acp pno31, cs pn31 vbb av-x av j, av p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 305
3594 You have a famous place for that in Ezekiel, 29. 18, 19, 20. Nebuchadnezzer King of Babylon, caused his Army to serve a great service against Tyrus, yet had he no wages for his Army, (saith God) he had no wages for his service; You have a famous place for that in Ezekielem, 29. 18, 19, 20. Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon, caused his Army to serve a great service against Tyre, yet had he no wages for his Army, (Says God) he had no wages for his service; pn22 vhb dt j n1 p-acp d p-acp np1, crd crd, crd, crd np1 n1 pp-f np1, vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp np1, av vhd pns31 dx n2 p-acp po31 n1, (vvz np1) pns31 vhd dx n2 p-acp po31 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 305
3595 well, therefore, God He enquires about this, and seems to complain, that when a Nebuchadnezzer did Him any service, well, Therefore, God He enquires about this, and seems to complain, that when a Nebuchadnezzar did Him any service, av, av, np1 pns31 vvz p-acp d, cc vvz pc-acp vvi, cst c-crq dt n1 vdd pno31 d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 305
3596 yet he should be all this while without his wages; therefore (saith God) Behold! yet he should be all this while without his wages; Therefore (Says God) Behold! av pns31 vmd vbi d d n1 p-acp po31 n2; av (vvz np1) vvb! (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 305
3597 I will give the Land of Egypt unto him, he shall take a spoil and a prey, I will give the Land of Egypt unto him, he shall take a spoil and a prey, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 305
3598 and that shall be his wages; He will give him wages for what he doth. and that shall be his wages; He will give him wages for what he does. cc cst vmb vbi po31 n2; pns31 vmb vvi pno31 n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz. (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 305
3599 Many wicked men God doth make use of in divers services, and much refreshing and good, His Churches shall have from them; Many wicked men God does make use of in diverse services, and much refreshing and good, His Churches shall have from them; av-d j n2 np1 vdz vvi n1 pp-f p-acp j n2, cc d j-vvg cc j, po31 n2 vmb vhi p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 305
3600 the Lord causes the very Earth to help the woman; the Lord Causes the very Earth to help the woman; dt n1 vvz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 305
3601 earthly men to be of use to the Church, and God will not be beholding to them for their work; earthly men to be of use to the Church, and God will not be beholding to them for their work; j n2 pc-acp vbi pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cc np1 vmb xx vbi vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 305
3602 A thron may serve to stop a gap, though it be but a thorn bush, A thron may serve to stop a gap, though it be but a thorn bush, dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 305
3603 and if it serve to stop a gap, and be of any use, it hath that Benefit by it, all that while it is kep from the fire, and if it serve to stop a gap, and be of any use, it hath that Benefit by it, all that while it is kep from the fire, cc cs pn31 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vbi pp-f d n1, pn31 vhz d n1 p-acp pn31, d cst cs pn31 vbz vvb p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 305
3604 whereas were it not of use, it might presently be brought to the fire. whereas were it not of use, it might presently be brought to the fire. cs vbdr pn31 xx pp-f n1, pn31 vmd av-j vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 305
3605 An argument by the way, to provoke all men to be of as much use to the Church of God as possibly they can, it may be that is the very thing that keeps thee from the fire; an argument by the Way, to provoke all men to be of as much use to the Church of God as possibly they can, it may be that is the very thing that keeps thee from the fire; dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 pc-acp vbi pp-f a-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp av-j pns32 vmb, pn31 vmb vbi cst vbz dt j n1 cst vvz pno21 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 306
3606 thou art a thorn, but God hath use of thee, and therefore brings thee not to the fire; thou art a thorn, but God hath use of thee, and Therefore brings thee not to the fire; pns21 vb2r dt n1, cc-acp np1 vhz n1 pp-f pno21, cc av vvz pno21 xx p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 306
3607 but if thou once comest to be un-useful, the fire is the next thing thou shalt hear of. but if thou once Comest to be unuseful, the fire is the next thing thou shalt hear of. cc-acp cs pns21 a-acp vv2 pc-acp vbi j, dt n1 vbz dt ord n1 pns21 vm2 vvi pp-f. (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 306
3608 I remember Austin (in his 5th Book, De Civitate Dei, and the 12. Chap.) speaks of the Romans, that had such a flourishing condition for a while, I Remember Austin (in his 5th Book, De Civitate Dei, and the 12. Chap.) speaks of the Roman, that had such a flourishing condition for a while, pns11 vvb np1 (p-acp po31 ord n1, fw-fr vvi fw-la, cc dt crd np1) vvz pp-f dt njp2, cst vhd d dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 306
3609 and he gives that for one Reason, the Romans had brave spirits, they were men that had excellent moralities, and he gives that for one Reason, the Romans had brave spirits, they were men that had excellent moralities, cc pns31 vvz cst p-acp crd n1, dt np1 vhd j n2, pns32 vbdr n2 cst vhd j n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 306
3610 and had Herotick kind of spirits, and were delivered from that baseness of spirit, that other people had, and had Herotick kind of spirits, and were Delivered from that baseness of Spirit, that other people had, cc vhd np1 n1 pp-f n2, cc vbdr vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cst j-jn n1 vhd, (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 306
3611 and therefore God shewed some kind of respect unto them; here many instances might be in that kind. That's the fourth. and Therefore God showed Some kind of respect unto them; Here many instances might be in that kind. That's the fourth. cc av np1 vvd d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; av d n2 vmd vbi p-acp d n1. d|vbz dt ord. (20) sermon (DIV2) 381 Page 306
3612 Fifthly, God gives wicked men a portion here, to shew unto them what little good there is in all these things, Fifthly, God gives wicked men a portion Here, to show unto them what little good there is in all these things, ord, np1 vvz j n2 dt n1 av, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 r-crq av-j j pc-acp vbz p-acp d d n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 306
3613 and to shew the world what little good there is in all the things that are here below in the world. and to show the world what little good there is in all the things that Are Here below in the world. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq j j pc-acp vbz p-acp d dt n2 cst vbr av a-acp p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 306
3614 Certainly, if there were much good they should never have them; Certainly, if there were much good they should never have them; av-j, cs pc-acp vbdr d j pns32 vmd av-x vhi pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 306
3615 it is an argument there is no great excellency in the strength of body, for an Ox hath it more than you: it is an argument there is no great excellency in the strength of body, for an Ox hath it more than you: pn31 vbz dt n1 a-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 vhz pn31 av-dc cs pn22: (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 306
3616 an argument there is no great excellency in agility of body, for a Dog hath it more than you: an argument there is no great excellency in agility of body, for a Dog hath it more than you: dt n1 a-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 vhz pn31 av-dc cs pn22: (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 306
3617 an argument no great excellency in gay cloathes, for a Peacock hath then more than you: an argument no great excellency in gay clothes, for a Peacock hath then more than you: dt n1 dx j n1 p-acp j n2, p-acp dt n1 vhz av dc cs pn22: (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 306
3618 an argument there is not any great excellency in Gold & Silver, for the Indians that know not God, have them more than you and if these things had any great worth in them, certainly God would never give them to wicked men, a certain argument: an argument there is not any great excellency in Gold & Silver, for the Indians that know not God, have them more than you and if these things had any great worth in them, Certainly God would never give them to wicked men, a certain argument: dt n1 a-acp vbz xx d j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt np1 cst vvb xx np1, vhb pno32 av-dc cs pn22 cc cs d n2 vhd d j n1 p-acp pno32, av-j np1 vmd av-x vvi pno32 p-acp j n2, dt j n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 306
3619 As it is an argument there is no great evil in afflictions in this world, because that the Saints are so much afflicted; As it is an argument there is no great evil in afflictions in this world, Because that the Saints Are so much afflicted; c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 a-acp vbz dx j n-jn p-acp n2 p-acp d n1, c-acp cst dt n2 vbr av av-d vvn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 306
3620 So no great argument, there is any great good in this world, for the wicked they enjoy so much of it. So no great argument, there is any great good in this world, for the wicked they enjoy so much of it. av dx j n1, pc-acp vbz d j j p-acp d n1, p-acp dt j pns32 vvb av d pp-f pn31. (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 306
3621 Luther hath such an expression as this is, in his Comment upon Genesis, saith he, The Turkish Empire, as great as it is, it is but a crum, that the master of the family, that God casts to dogs: Luther hath such an expression as this is, in his Comment upon Genesis, Says he, The Turkish Empire, as great as it is, it is but a crumb, that the master of the family, that God Cast to Dogs: np1 vhz d dt n1 c-acp d vbz, p-acp po31 vvb p-acp n1, vvz pns31, dt jp n1, c-acp j c-acp pn31 vbz, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst np1 vvz p-acp n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 306
3622 the whol Turkish Empire, such an esteem had Luther of it: and indeed it is no more. the Whole Turkish Empire, such an esteem had Luther of it: and indeed it is no more. dt j-jn jp n1, d dt n1 vhd np1 pp-f pn31: cc av pn31 vbz av-dx av-dc. (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 306
3623 All the things of the world, God in giving of them to Turks, and wicked ones, His enemies, shews there is not much excellency and good in them, God therefore will cast them promiscuously up and down in the world, All the things of the world, God in giving of them to Turks, and wicked ones, His enemies, shows there is not much excellency and good in them, God Therefore will cast them promiscuously up and down in the world, av-d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 p-acp vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp np1, cc j pi2, po31 n2, vvz a-acp vbz xx d n1 cc j p-acp pno32, np1 av vmb vvi pno32 av-j a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3624 because he looks upon them as worthless things; Because he looks upon them as worthless things; c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp j n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3625 God doth not so much regard whether men be prepared to give him the glory of them, God does not so much regard whither men be prepared to give him the glory of them, np1 vdz xx av av-d n1 cs n2 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f pno32, (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3626 yea or no, they shall have them however, He is content to venture them: yea or no, they shall have them however, He is content to venture them: uh cc uh-dx, pns32 vmb vhi pno32 a-acp, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32: (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3627 Indeed when God comes unto His choice Mercies in Christ, there he looks to have glory from them, Indeed when God comes unto His choice mercies in christ, there he looks to have glory from them, av c-crq np1 vvz p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp np1, a-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno32, (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3628 and he doth never give them to any, but first he prepares them, that they may give him the glory of those mercies: and he does never give them to any, but First he prepares them, that they may give him the glory of those Mercies: cc pns31 vdz av vvi pno32 p-acp d, cc-acp ord pns31 vvz pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f d n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3629 but it is otherwise with others; but it is otherwise with Others; cc-acp pn31 vbz av p-acp n2-jn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3630 As suppose you see a man gathering of Crabs, although Swine be under the Tree, he cares not much to drive them away, they are but Crabs, let them have them; As suppose you see a man gathering of Crabs, although Swine be under the Tree, he Cares not much to drive them away, they Are but Crabs, let them have them; c-acp vvb pn22 vvb dt n1 vvg pp-f n2, cs n1 vbb p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz xx av-d pc-acp vvi pno32 av, pns32 vbr p-acp n2, vvb pno32 vhi pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3631 but if he were gathering any choice and precious fruit, if any Swine should come under, he drives them away. but if he were gathering any choice and precious fruit, if any Swine should come under, he drives them away. cc-acp cs pns31 vbdr vvg d n1 cc j n1, cs d n1 vmd vvi p-acp, pns31 vvz pno32 av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3632 As for outward things Crabs, the Lord suffers the Swine of the world, to come grunting, and take them up; As for outward things Crabs, the Lord suffers the Swine of the world, to come grunting, and take them up; p-acp p-acp j n2 n2, dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi vvg, cc vvi pno32 a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3633 but when he comes to his choice Mercies in his Christ, there he makes a distinction, Oh! that is precious fruit! but when he comes to his choice mercies in his christ, there he makes a distinction, Oh! that is precious fruit! cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp po31 np1, a-acp pns31 vvz dt n1, uh d vbz j n1! (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3634 A Black-smith that is working upon Iron, though a great many Cinders, and little bits of Iron fly up and down, he regards them not: A Blacksmith that is working upon Iron, though a great many Cinders, and little bits of Iron fly up and down, he regards them not: dt n1 cst vbz vvg p-acp n1, cs dt j d n2, cc j n2 pp-f n1 vvb a-acp cc a-acp, pns31 vvz pno32 xx: (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3635 but a Goldsmith that is working upon Gold, he preserves every ray, and every dust of Gold: but a Goldsmith that is working upon Gold, he preserves every ray, and every dust of Gold: cc-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvg p-acp n1, pns31 vvz d n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3636 and a Lapidarie that is working upon precious Stones, every little bit he will be sure to preserve: and a Lapidary that is working upon precious Stones, every little bit he will be sure to preserve: cc dt n1 cst vbz vvg p-acp j n2, d j n1 pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi: (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3637 a Carpenter that is only hewing of Timber, he regards it not much if Chips fly up and down; a Carpenter that is only hewing of Timber, he regards it not much if Chips fly up and down; dt n1 cst vbz av-j vvg pp-f n1, pns31 vvz pn31 xx av-d cs n2 vvb a-acp cc a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3638 but it is not so with a Lapidary. but it is not so with a Lapidary. cc-acp pn31 vbz xx av p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3639 So these outward things are but as the Chips and Cinders, and such kind of thing, So these outward things Are but as the Chips and Cinders, and such kind of thing, av d j n2 vbr cc-acp p-acp dt n2 cc n2, cc d n1 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3640 as those are, and therefore God even gives a Portion to wicked men out of them. Sixthly. as those Are, and Therefore God even gives a Portion to wicked men out of them. Sixthly. c-acp d vbr, cc av np1 av vvz dt n1 p-acp j n2 av pp-f pno32. j. (20) sermon (DIV2) 382 Page 307
3641 God knows that He hath time enough to manifest His Justice upon them hereafter, He hath an Eternity hereafter, God knows that He hath time enough to manifest His justice upon them hereafter, He hath an Eternity hereafter, np1 vvz cst pns31 vhz n1 av-d pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32 av, pns31 vhz dt n1 av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 383 Page 307
3642 for the Declaration of His Justice; and therefore (saith God) Let them have somewhat for a while. for the Declaration of His justice; and Therefore (Says God) Let them have somewhat for a while. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; cc av (vvz np1) vvb pno32 vhi av p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 383 Page 307
3643 As you know it is natural in all, when they see a man going to execution, that is not like to live above an hour or two, every one is ready to pity him, As you know it is natural in all, when they see a man going to execution, that is not like to live above an hour or two, every one is ready to pity him, p-acp pn22 vvb pn31 vbz j p-acp d, c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 vvg p-acp n1, cst vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc crd, d pi vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 383 Page 307
3644 and to be any way officious to him, Oh! (saith every one) the man shall not have comfort long, we cannot do much for him, he shall have pain enough ere long, and to be any Way officious to him, Oh! (Says every one) the man shall not have Comfort long, we cannot do much for him, he shall have pain enough ere long, cc pc-acp vbi d n1 j p-acp pno31, uh (vvz d pi) dt n1 vmb xx vhi n1 av-j, pns12 vmbx vdi d p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vhi n1 av-d c-acp av-j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 383 Page 308
3645 and misery enough ere long, and so every one pities him. and misery enough ere long, and so every one pities him. cc n1 av-d p-acp j, cc av d pi vvz pno31. (20) sermon (DIV2) 383 Page 308
3646 It is observable, let a man go to execution for wickedness, and then he is pitied by all; It is observable, let a man go to execution for wickedness, and then he is pitied by all; pn31 vbz j, vvb dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 383 Page 308
3647 but if a man should suffer for godliiness, then perhaps they will not be so full of pity towards him. but if a man should suffer for godliiness, then perhaps they will not be so full of pity towards him. cc-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1, av av pns32 vmb xx vbi av j pp-f n1 p-acp pno31. (20) sermon (DIV2) 383 Page 308
3648 As I remember in the Book of Martyrs, there is a story of Mr. Ino Frith, a learned, godly Minister, As I Remember in the Book of Martyrs, there is a story of Mr. Into Frith, a learned, godly Minister, p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 np1, dt j, j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 383 Page 308
3649 and Andrew Hewit that were Martyrs, and were to suffer for their conscience, and the Story tells us, that one Dr. Cook, a Parson in London, he openly admonishes the people, that they should pray for them no more than they would do for a Dog; and Andrew Hewit that were Martyrs, and were to suffer for their conscience, and the Story tells us, that one Dr. Cook, a Parson in London, he openly admonishes the people, that they should pray for them no more than they would do for a Dog; cc np1 np1 cst vbdr n2, cc vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, cc dt n1 vvz pno12, cst pi n1 n1, dt n1 p-acp np1, pns31 av-j vvz dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 dx av-dc cs pns32 vmd vdi p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 383 Page 308
3650 that Charity of theirs that they talked so much of, is such towards them that suffer out of conscience; that Charity of theirs that they talked so much of, is such towards them that suffer out of conscience; d n1 pp-f png32 d pns32 vvd av d pp-f, vbz d p-acp pno32 cst vvb av pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 383 Page 308
3651 and as amongst Papists so amongst ungodly men, let a man suffer out of conscience, they will rather rail at him, and as among Papists so among ungodly men, let a man suffer out of conscience, they will rather rail At him, cc c-acp p-acp njp2 av p-acp j n2, vvb dt n1 vvi av pp-f n1, pns32 vmb av-c vvi p-acp pno31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 383 Page 308
3652 and when he is in his sufferings, they will rather give him gall and vinegar to drink, (as they once did Christ upon the Cross) though in other sufferings they pity men. and when he is in his sufferings, they will rather give him Gall and vinegar to drink, (as they once did christ upon the Cross) though in other sufferings they pity men. cc c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp po31 n2, pns32 vmb av-c vvi pno31 vvi cc n1 pc-acp vvi, (c-acp pns32 a-acp vdd np1 p-acp dt n1) cs p-acp j-jn n2 pns32 vvb n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 383 Page 308
3653 Seventhly, By this that God gives to the wicked, the Lord shews, what great things he hath reserved for his own Children; Seventhly, By this that God gives to the wicked, the Lord shows, what great things he hath reserved for his own Children; crd, p-acp d cst np1 vvz p-acp dt j, dt n1 vvz, r-crq j n2 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 d n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 384 Page 308
3654 what a portion there is for them; Surely if the dogs have so much, the Father keeps a good house; what a portion there is for them; Surely if the Dogs have so much, the Father keeps a good house; r-crq dt n1 a-acp vbz p-acp pno32; av-j cs dt n2 vhb av av-d, dt n1 vvz dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 384 Page 308
3655 if the hangbyes may have such doles, certainly there is good provision for the Children within: if the hangbyes may have such doles, Certainly there is good provision for the Children within: cs dt n2 vmb vhi d n2, av-j a-acp vbz j n1 p-acp dt n2 a-acp: (20) sermon (DIV2) 384 Page 308
3656 As by the afflictions of the Saints, God doth declare to wicked men, and would have them draw such an argument from it, that there are fearful things, that are like to befal them; As by the afflictions of the Saints, God does declare to wicked men, and would have them draw such an argument from it, that there Are fearful things, that Are like to befall them; c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, np1 vdz vvi p-acp j n2, cc vmd vhi pno32 vvi d dt n1 p-acp pn31, cst a-acp vbr j n2, cst vbr j pc-acp vvi pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 384 Page 308
3657 If judgment begin at the House of God, where shall the wicked and ungodly appear? So by the prosperity that wicked men have in this world, God doth declare to his Children, If judgement begin At the House of God, where shall the wicked and ungodly appear? So by the Prosperity that wicked men have in this world, God does declare to his Children, cs n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, q-crq vmb dt j cc j vvi? av p-acp dt n1 cst j n2 vhb p-acp d n1, np1 vdz vvi p-acp po31 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 384 Page 308
3658 and he would have them argue from thence, what then hath he reserved for his beloved Ones? for his Saints, and he would have them argue from thence, what then hath he reserved for his Beloved Ones? for his Saints, cc pns31 vmd vhi pno32 vvi p-acp av, r-crq av vhz pns31 vvn p-acp po31 j-vvn pi2? c-acp po31 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 384 Page 308
3659 for his Children, that are so dear unto him? Eighthly. for his Children, that Are so dear unto him? Eighthly. p-acp po31 n2, cst vbr av j-jn p-acp pno31? j. (20) sermon (DIV2) 384 Page 308
3660 God fetches a great deal of Glory from hence, He fetches about His own ends very much, from the portion that wicked men have; God Fetches a great deal of Glory from hence, He Fetches about His own ends very much, from the portion that wicked men have; np1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp av, pns31 vvz p-acp po31 d n2 av av-d, p-acp dt n1 cst j n2 vhb; (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3661 as sometimes He doth it, that they might stumble and harden their hearts, and break their necks at it, and to ripen their sins; as sometime He does it, that they might Stumble and harden their hearts, and break their necks At it, and to ripen their Sins; c-acp av pns31 vdz pn31, cst pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp pn31, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3662 hence He lets them go on a long time, and have their wills; hence He lets them go on a long time, and have their wills; av pns31 vvz pno32 vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc vhb po32 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3663 in Isa. 33. 1. Wo to thee who spoilest, and wert not spoiled, and dealest treacherously, in Isaiah 33. 1. Woe to thee who spoilest, and Wertenberg not spoiled, and dealest treacherously, p-acp np1 crd crd n1 p-acp pno21 r-crq vv2, cc vbd2r xx vvn, cc vv2 av-j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3664 and wert not dealt treacherously withal; when thou shalt cease to spoil, thou shalt be spoiled; and Wertenberg not dealt treacherously withal; when thou shalt cease to spoil, thou shalt be spoiled; cc vbd2r xx vvn av-j av; c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi pc-acp vvi, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3665 I'le let thee go on, thou shalt spoil as much as thou wilt, and when thou hast done spoiling, thou shalt be spoiled. I'll let thee go on, thou shalt spoil as much as thou wilt, and when thou hast done spoiling, thou shalt be spoiled. pns11|vmb vvi pno21 vvb a-acp, pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp d c-acp pns21 vm2, cc c-crq pns21 vh2 vdn vvg, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3666 And sometimes God doth it, to fetch about this end, Namely, to chastise. His own people, with the prosperity of the wicked: And sometime God does it, to fetch about this end, Namely, to chastise. His own people, with the Prosperity of the wicked: cc av np1 vdz pn31, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, av, pc-acp vvi. po31 d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j: (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3667 And as an Ancient writer hath this Story of one that (he saith) by an extraordinary way, from being a Monk was advanced into an Episcopal Seat, And as an Ancient writer hath this Story of one that (he Says) by an extraordinary Way, from being a Monk was advanced into an Episcopal Seat, cc c-acp dt j n1 vhz d n1 pp-f pi cst (pns31 vvz) p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vbg dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt np1 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3668 and being a lewd wicked man, he began to be proud of this his Advancement, and being a lewd wicked man, he began to be proud of this his Advancement, cc vbg dt j j n1, pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi j pp-f d po31 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3669 and being proud, he heard these words in the story, Ab angelo audivit, Cur superbus ô infaelix, non es creatus Episcopus, and being proud, he herd these words in the story, Ab Angelo audivit, Cur Superbus o infaelix, non es creatus Episcopus, cc vbg j, pns31 vvd d n2 p-acp dt n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la uh fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3670 quia tu dignus, sed quia Civitas haec digna fuit tali Episcopi; it was a wicked place, and this was the answer: quia tu Dignus, sed quia Civitas haec Digna fuit tali Bishops; it was a wicked place, and this was the answer: fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1; pn31 vbds dt j n1, cc d vbds dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3671 Why art thou so proud Oh unhappy man, for thou art not advanced because thou art worthy of this advancement, Why art thou so proud O unhappy man, for thou art not advanced Because thou art worthy of this advancement, q-crq vb2r pns21 av j uh j n1, c-acp pns21 vb2r xx vvn c-acp pns21 vb2r j pp-f d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3672 but because this City is so ill; it is worthy of such a Prelate to be over it: but Because this city is so ill; it is worthy of such a Prelate to be over it: cc-acp c-acp d n1 vbz av j-jn; pn31 vbz j pp-f d dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pn31: (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3673 In way of judgment to that place God advanced such a man: And so many are advanced that they may be heavy judgments unto others; In Way of judgement to that place God advanced such a man: And so many Are advanced that they may be heavy Judgments unto Others; p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 np1 vvd d dt n1: cc av d vbr vvn cst pns32 vmb vbi j n2 p-acp n2-jn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3674 God gives them such a portion, not out of His love to them (though they are ready to gather the Argument) but out of His displeasure unto others: God gives them such a portion, not out of His love to them (though they Are ready to gather the Argument) but out of His displeasure unto Others: np1 vvz pno32 d dt n1, xx av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32 (c-acp pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt n1) cc-acp av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n2-jn: (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3675 And then He gives a plentiful portion to many, to teach us all to do good unto our enemies, not only humanitati (as they say) but homini, not only to human nature, And then He gives a plentiful portion to many, to teach us all to do good unto our enemies, not only Humanitati (as they say) but Homini, not only to human nature, cc av pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp d, pc-acp vvi pno12 d pc-acp vdi j p-acp po12 n2, xx av-j n1 (c-acp pns32 vvb) p-acp fw-la, xx av-j p-acp j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3676 but to men, to men that are wicked, some good must be done unto them. but to men, to men that Are wicked, Some good must be done unto them. cc-acp p-acp n2, p-acp n2 cst vbr j, d j vmb vbi vdn p-acp pno32. (20) sermon (DIV2) 385 Page 309
3677 Ninthly. The Lord would shew hereby, that He would have no argument of love or hatred to be drawn from these outward things; Ninthly. The Lord would show hereby, that He would have no argument of love or hatred to be drawn from these outward things; ord. dt n1 vmd vvi av, cst pns31 vmd vhi dx n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 386 Page 309
3678 and also because He would not have them to expect any more. and also Because He would not have them to expect any more. cc av c-acp pns31 vmd xx vhi pno32 pc-acp vvi d dc. (20) sermon (DIV2) 386 Page 309
3679 It may be many men that are ungodly, prospering in this world, they gather this argument, That therefore God loves them, It may be many men that Are ungodly, prospering in this world, they gather this argument, That Therefore God loves them, pn31 vmb vbi d n2 cst vbr j, vvg p-acp d n1, pns32 vvb d n1, cst av np1 vvz pno32, (20) sermon (DIV2) 386 Page 309
3680 and intends mercy to them, Cujus contrarium verum; nay, you may rather gather an argument quite th'other way, and intends mercy to them, Cujus Contrary verum; nay, you may rather gather an argument quite The other Way, cc vvz n1 p-acp pno32, fw-la fw-la fw-la; uh, pn22 vmb av-c vvi dt n1 av j-jn n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 386 Page 310
3681 because God intends no further good unto you hereafter, therfore it is you have so much now. Because God intends no further good unto you hereafter, Therefore it is you have so much now. c-acp np1 vvz dx jc j p-acp pn22 av, av pn31 vbz pn22 vhb av av-d av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 386 Page 310
3682 We use to answer men, that come for their dole, who have had out a dole, We use to answer men, that come for their dole, who have had out a dole, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi n2, cst vvb p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vhb vhn av dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 386 Page 310
3683 and they will come again, Why do you come again? you have had your dole already. and they will come again, Why do you come again? you have had your dole already. cc pns32 vmb vvi av, q-crq vdb pn22 vvb av? pn22 vhb vhn po22 n1 av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 386 Page 310
3684 So God will answer to many men, when they shall cry to him for mercy, at that day, So God will answer to many men, when they shall cry to him for mercy, At that day, av np1 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 386 Page 310
3685 Why come you to me for more? you have had your dole already; Why come you to me for more? you have had your dole already; q-crq vvb pn22 p-acp pno11 p-acp dc? pn22 vhb vhn po22 n1 av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 386 Page 310
3686 Have you not had already more than your work comes to, more than you have done? you have had your part and portion already: Have you not had already more than your work comes to, more than you have done? you have had your part and portion already: vhb pn22 xx vhn av dc cs po22 n1 vvz p-acp, av-dc cs pn22 vhb vdn? pn22 vhb vhn po22 n1 cc n1 av: (20) sermon (DIV2) 386 Page 310
3687 indeed men speak much of Gods mercy, and the mercy of God we acknowledge to be very great and glorious; indeed men speak much of God's mercy, and the mercy of God we acknowledge to be very great and glorious; av n2 vvb d pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi av j cc j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 386 Page 310
3688 well, God doth shew himself glorious in mercy, that thou being so wicked, hast so much as thou hast in this world, well, God does show himself glorious in mercy, that thou being so wicked, hast so much as thou hast in this world, av, np1 vdz vvi px31 j p-acp n1, cst pns21 vbg av j, vh2 av av-d c-acp pns21 vh2 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 386 Page 310
3689 and therefore though thou shouldst be denied of eternal mercy hereafter, yet thou hast cause to tel Devils and damned creatures that shall be thy companions, that God was very merciful to thee, and Therefore though thou Shouldst be denied of Eternal mercy hereafter, yet thou hast cause to tell Devils and damned creatures that shall be thy Sodales, that God was very merciful to thee, cc av cs pns21 vmd2 vbi vvn pp-f j n1 av, av pns21 vh2 n1 pc-acp vvi n2 cc j-vvn n2 cst vmb vbi po21 n2, cst np1 vbds av j p-acp pno21, (20) sermon (DIV2) 386 Page 310
3690 while thou didst live in this world? Somewhat thou hadst then, but here's all. Secondly, Here is all that ever thou art like to have. while thou didst live in this world? Somewhat thou Hadst then, but here's all. Secondly, Here is all that ever thou art like to have. cs pns21 vdd2 vvi p-acp d n1? av pns21 vhd2 av, cc-acp av|vbz d. ord, av vbz d cst av pns21 vb2r av-j pc-acp vhi. (20) sermon (DIV2) 386 Page 310
3691 1. Because there are some men, whose names are written in the Earth, and not in the Book of Life: 1. Because there Are Some men, whose names Are written in the Earth, and not in the Book of Life: crd p-acp a-acp vbr d n2, rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 388 Page 310
3692 In Jer. 17. 13. there it's spoken of men that are written in the earth; wheras the Saints are described to be men that are redeemed from the earth. In Jer. 17. 13. there it's spoken of men that Are written in the earth; whereas the Saints Are described to be men that Are redeemed from the earth. p-acp np1 crd crd a-acp pn31|vbz vvn pp-f n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1; cs dt n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 388 Page 310
3693 In Revel. 14. 3. It is their happiness to be redeemed from the earth: and it is all the happiness thou hast, that thou art written in the earth. In Revel. 14. 3. It is their happiness to be redeemed from the earth: and it is all the happiness thou hast, that thou art written in the earth. p-acp vvb. crd crd pn31 vbz po32 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: cc pn31 vbz d dt n1 pns21 vh2, cst pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 388 Page 310
3694 2. Here is their portion, because they are vile in the eyes of God; If you should ask the Question; 2. Here is their portion, Because they Are vile in the eyes of God; If you should ask the Question; crd av vbz po32 n1, c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; cs pn22 vmd vvi dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 389 Page 310
3695 why you give bones to the Dog, and swill to the Swine, and nothing else? The Answer would be; why you give bones to the Dog, and swill to the Swine, and nothing Else? The Answer would be; c-crq pn22 vvb n2 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pix av? dt n1 vmd vbi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 389 Page 310
3696 Because it is a Dog that hath it, and because it is a Swine; it is Dogs meat. Because it is a Dog that hath it, and Because it is a Swine; it is Dogs meat. c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vhz pn31, cc c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1; pn31 vbz ng1 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 389 Page 310
3697 Certainly God doth speak exceeding contemptibly of all ungodly ones in the world, let them be never so great in regard of outwards; Certainly God does speak exceeding contemptibly of all ungodly ones in the world, let them be never so great in regard of outward; av-j np1 vdz vvi vvg av-j pp-f d j pi2 p-acp dt n1, vvb pno32 vbi av av j p-acp n1 pp-f av-j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 389 Page 310
3698 In the 11. of Daniel, 21. A vile person shall arise: In the 11. of daniel, 21. A vile person shall arise: p-acp dt crd pp-f np1, crd dt j n1 vmb vvi: (20) sermon (DIV2) 389 Page 310
3699 What is this vile person? Interpreters generally consent in this, that it is meant of Antiochus Epiphanius, that was a mighty great Prince, such a Prince as when the Samaritans did write to him, they writ, Antiocho magno deo, to Antiochus the great god; What is this vile person? Interpreters generally consent in this, that it is meant of Antiochus Epiphanius, that was a mighty great Prince, such a Prince as when the Samaritans did write to him, they writ, Antiocho magno God, to Antiochus the great god; r-crq vbz d j n1? n2 av-j vvi p-acp d, cst pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 np1, cst vbds dt j j n1, d dt n1 c-acp c-crq dt njp2 vdd vvi p-acp pno31, pns32 vvd, fw-es fw-la fw-la, p-acp np1 dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 389 Page 311
3700 and his very name shews him to be a great one; and his very name shows him to be a great one; cc po31 j n1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi dt j pi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 389 Page 311
3701 Antiochus Epiphanius, is as much as Antiochus the Illustrious, and the Famous: and yet when the Holy Ghost speaks of him, it is Antiochus a vile person: Antiochus Epiphanius, is as much as Antiochus the Illustrious, and the Famous: and yet when the Holy Ghost speaks of him, it is Antiochus a vile person: np1 np1, vbz p-acp d c-acp np1 dt j, cc dt j: cc av c-crq dt j n1 vvz pp-f pno31, pn31 vbz np1 dt j n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 389 Page 311
3702 they are vile in the eyes of God. they Are vile in the eyes of God. pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 389 Page 311
3703 If there be any in a family that you care not much for, you make no great provision for them, Doth God take care for Oxen? Somwhat they have, but little; If there be any in a family that you care not much for, you make no great provision for them, Does God take care for Oxen? Somewhat they have, but little; cs pc-acp vbb d p-acp dt n1 cst pn22 vvb xx d p-acp, pn22 vvb dx j n1 p-acp pno32, vdz np1 vvi n1 p-acp n2? av pns32 vhb, cc-acp j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 389 Page 311
3704 Doth God take care for wicked and ungodly ones? 3. Here is their portion, it is confin'd to this life; Does God take care for wicked and ungodly ones? 3. Here is their portion, it is confined to this life; vdz np1 vvi n1 p-acp j cc j pi2? crd av vbz po32 n1, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 389 Page 311
3705 Why so? Because they chuse it themselves; and in that they have no wrong; make choice of this Portion themselves: Why so? Because they choose it themselves; and in that they have no wrong; make choice of this Portion themselves: q-crq av? p-acp pns32 vvb pn31 px32; cc p-acp cst pns32 vhb dx n-jn; vvb n1 pp-f d n1 px32: (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 311
3706 Moses, (speaking to the people, saith he) I set before you life and death: Moses, (speaking to the people, Says he) I Set before you life and death: np1, (vvg p-acp dt n1, vvz pns31) pns11 vvd p-acp pn22 n1 cc n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 311
3707 So do the Ministers of God in preaching to you, they set before you Life and Death: What do you chuse? Now you chuse the way that goes out of life, and into death; you have but your choice; So do the Ministers of God in preaching to you, they Set before you Life and Death: What do you choose? Now you choose the Way that Goes out of life, and into death; you have but your choice; av vdb dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg p-acp pn22, pns32 vvd p-acp pn22 n1 cc n1: q-crq vdb pn22 vvi? av pn22 vvb dt n1 cst vvz av pp-f n1, cc p-acp n1; pn22 vhb p-acp po22 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 311
3708 you chuse Vanity to be your portion, God doth you no wrong to give you Vanity: you choose Vanity to be your portion, God does you no wrong to give you Vanity: pn22 vvb n1 pc-acp vbi po22 n1, np1 vdz pn22 dx n-jn pc-acp vvi pn22 n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 311
3709 Now you that will indent with God for your peny, you cannot take it ill, if when the end of the day comes, God puts you off with your peny; Now you that will indent with God for your penny, you cannot take it ill, if when the end of the day comes, God puts you off with your penny; av pn22 cst vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po22 n1, pn22 vmbx vvi pn31 av-jn, cs c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz, np1 vvz pn22 a-acp p-acp po22 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 311
3710 you know those in the Vineyard, that agreed for their peny, they began to murmur indeed, you know those in the Vineyard, that agreed for their penny, they began to murmur indeed, pn22 vvb d p-acp dt n1, cst vvd p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 311
3711 when they came to receive their wages; when they Come to receive their wages; c-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi po32 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 311
3712 but saith the Master of the Vinyard, Did you not agree with me so? So you agree with God, all you intend in Gods service, is, that you may have some present comfort in this world, you dare not trust God for the future; but Says the Master of the Vinyard, Did you not agree with me so? So you agree with God, all you intend in God's service, is, that you may have Some present Comfort in this world, you Dare not trust God for the future; cc-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f dt np1, vdd pn22 xx vvi p-acp pno11 av? av pn22 vvb p-acp np1, d pn22 vvb p-acp ng1 n1, vbz, cst pn22 vmb vhi d j n1 p-acp d n1, pn22 vvb xx vvi np1 p-acp dt j-jn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 311
3713 and here is that that God will shew His infinit displeasure against the sin of distrust by, that when the Lord propounds now in this day of Grace, such glorious and blessed things to the children of men, and Here is that that God will show His infinite displeasure against the since of distrust by, that when the Lord propounds now in this day of Grace, such glorious and blessed things to the children of men, cc av vbz d cst np1 vmb vvi po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp, cst c-crq dt n1 vvz av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, d j cc j-vvn n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 311
3714 and (for ought you know) any of you may have your portion in them, and (for ought you know) any of you may have your portion in them, cc (c-acp pi pn22 vvb) d pp-f pn22 vmb vhi po22 n1 p-acp pno32, (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 311
3715 as well as others, and yet you dare not trust God for those gracious things; as well as Others, and yet you Dare not trust God for those gracious things; c-acp av c-acp n2-jn, cc av pn22 vvb xx vvi np1 p-acp d j n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 311
3716 you think rather with your selves, let me have somewhat now, somewhat for the present, some present pay; you think rather with your selves, let me have somewhat now, somewhat for the present, Some present pay; pn22 vvb av-c p-acp po22 n2, vvb pns11 vhb av av, av p-acp dt j, d j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3717 the reward that you talk of, which is to come, I know not whether they be imaginations yea, or no; the reward that you talk of, which is to come, I know not whither they be Imaginations yea, or no; dt n1 cst pn22 vvb pp-f, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvb xx cs pns32 vbb n2 uh, cc av-dx; (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3718 therefore you mean (it seems) to serve God for your present pay, and present pay you shall have, and no more. Therefore you mean (it seems) to serve God for your present pay, and present pay you shall have, and no more. av pn22 vvb (pn31 vvz) pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po22 j n1, cc j n1 pn22 vmb vhi, cc dx av-dc. (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3719 There are some servants that are your day-servants, they serve you so as they expect their pay at night, There Are Some Servants that Are your day-servants, they serve you so as they expect their pay At night, pc-acp vbr d n2 cst vbr po22 n2, pns32 vvb pn22 av c-acp pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3720 and perhaps you give them their two shillings at night, and there is an end: but there are other servants now that will serve you in expectation of some reversions, and perhaps you give them their two shillings At night, and there is an end: but there Are other Servants now that will serve you in expectation of Some reversions, cc av pn22 vvb pno32 po32 crd n2 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1: cc-acp pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 av cst vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3721 and expectations of honor, especially when they serve Noblemen, and Princes, though they have no present pay given them at night, and Expectations of honour, especially when they serve Noblemen, and Princes, though they have no present pay given them At night, cc n2 pp-f n1, av-j c-crq pns32 vvb n2, cc n2, cs pns32 vhb dx j n1 vvn pno32 p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3722 yet they go on cheerfully in their service, they expect some great Reversions, as Leases and preferments, they may have afterwards, yet they go on cheerfully in their service, they expect Some great Reversions, as Leases and preferments, they may have afterwards, av pns32 vvb a-acp av-j p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vvb d j n2, c-acp n2 cc n2, pns32 vmb vhi av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3723 and now though they have not their two shillings a day as the others have, yet when the other befals them, they are made rich men, they and their posterities: and now though they have not their two shillings a day as the Others have, yet when the other befalls them, they Are made rich men, they and their Posterities: cc av cs pns32 vhb xx po32 crd n2 dt n1 p-acp dt n2-jn vhb, av c-crq dt n-jn vvz pno32, pns32 vbr vvn j n2, pns32 cc po32 n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3724 So now, the poor man that hath his pay every day, when a Lease and preferment fals, So now, the poor man that hath his pay every day, when a Lease and preferment falls, av av, dt j n1 cst vhz po31 n1 d n1, c-crq dt n1 cc n1 vvz, (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3725 if he should come in for his part, No, he may be answer'd, you had your pay every day; if he should come in for his part, No, he may be answered, you had your pay every day; cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp p-acp po31 n1, uh-dx, pns31 vmb vbi vvn, pn22 vhd po22 n1 d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3726 here was one was content to relie and trust upon me, and had no pay, and he did trust upon me, and now he comes to be preferd: Here was one was content to rely and trust upon me, and had no pay, and he did trust upon me, and now he comes to be preferred: av vbds pi vbds j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno11, cc vhd dx n1, cc pns31 vdd vvi p-acp pno11, cc av pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn: (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3727 This is the direct difference between the men of the world and Gods Saints; This is the Direct difference between the men of the world and God's Saints; d vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc ng1 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3728 the men of the world will do nothing without present pay, that which is just before them, they must needs have, their hearts are upon it; the men of the world will do nothing without present pay, that which is just before them, they must needs have, their hearts Are upon it; dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vdi pix p-acp j n1, cst r-crq vbz j p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb av vhi, po32 n2 vbr p-acp pn31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3729 but the Saints they hear what a blessed thing God hath revealed in his Word, what a blessed Covenant of Grace there is, what rich Promises of glorious things to come; but the Saints they hear what a blessed thing God hath revealed in his Word, what a blessed Covenant of Grace there is, what rich Promises of glorious things to come; cc-acp dt n2 pns32 vvb r-crq dt j-vvn n1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, r-crq dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbz, q-crq j vvz pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3730 now they beleeve God, and trust in God for these, and they say, Lord, let me have my Portion in the life to come, now they believe God, and trust in God for these, and they say, Lord, let me have my Portion in the life to come, av pns32 vvb np1, cc vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d, cc pns32 vvb, n1, vvb pno11 vhi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3731 and whatever thou doest with me here, I care not: As it was the speech of Austin, Lord, here burn, here cut; but spare hereafter: and whatever thou dost with me Here, I care not: As it was the speech of Austin, Lord, Here burn, Here Cut; but spare hereafter: cc r-crq pns21 vd2 p-acp pno11 av, pns11 vvb xx: c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, n1, av vvb, av vvn; cc-acp vvb av: (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3732 I am content Lord, to be burnt, to be cut, to endure any thing in the world, any sufferings in the world for thee, only hereafter I look for somewhat else, and I'le wait for hereafter: I am content Lord, to be burned, to be Cut, to endure any thing in the world, any sufferings in the world for thee, only hereafter I look for somewhat Else, and I'll wait for hereafter: pns11 vbm j n1, pc-acp vbi vvn, pc-acp vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, d n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno21, av-j av pns11 vvb p-acp av av, cc pns11|vmb vvi p-acp av: (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 312
3733 You will not wait for hereafter, but you must have it for the present, and that is the reason, you are put off here: You will not wait for hereafter, but you must have it for the present, and that is the reason, you Are put off Here: pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp av, cc-acp pn22 vmb vhi pn31 p-acp dt j, cc d vbz dt n1, pn22 vbr vvn a-acp av: (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 313
3734 Oh it is a serious thing I speak of to you, many a soul will wring its hands, O it is a serious thing I speak of to you, many a soul will wring its hands, uh pn31 vbz dt j n1 pns11 vvb pp-f p-acp pn22, d dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 313
3735 and curse it self eternally, that it was not content to trust God for hereafter, but would have present pay. and curse it self eternally, that it was not content to trust God for hereafter, but would have present pay. cc vvb pn31 n1 av-j, cst pn31 vbds xx j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp av, cc-acp vmd vhi j n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 313
3736 You that are great Merchants, if you buy a thing that is but a trifle, you pull out your purse, You that Are great Merchant's, if you buy a thing that is but a trifle, you pull out your purse, pn22 cst vbr j n2, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1, pn22 vvb av po22 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 313
3737 and give the mony down presently; and give the money down presently; cc vvi dt n1 a-acp av-j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 313
3738 but suppose you go to the Exchange, and bargain for 10000l there, you may give a little down now, but suppose you go to the Exchange, and bargain for 10000l there, you may give a little down now, cc-acp vvb pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp crd zz, pn22 vmb vvi dt j a-acp av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 313
3739 but the great pay must come upon pay daies afterwards; it is not expected it should be presently done: but the great pay must come upon pay days afterwards; it is not expected it should be presently done: cc-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp vvi n2 av; pn31 vbz xx vvn pn31 vmd vbi av-j vdn: (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 313
3740 So there are some men in the world, will trade with God, but they trade with God for pedling things, So there Are Some men in the world, will trade with God, but they trade with God for peddling things, av a-acp vbr d n2 p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp vvg n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 313
3741 for their Credit, and applause, and for their preferments and estates, God gives down the pay presently, you shall have it, there is your 12d presently, it is done: for their Credit, and applause, and for their preferments and estates, God gives down the pay presently, you shall have it, there is your 12d presently, it is done: p-acp po32 n1, cc n1, cc p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, np1 vvz a-acp dt n1 av-j, pn22 vmb vhi pn31, pc-acp vbz po22 crd av-j, pn31 vbz vdn: (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 313
3742 but now there are other of Gods Saints, that trade with God for great things, for immortality and glory, and a Kingdom, and a Crown of eternal life; but now there Are other of God's Saints, that trade with God for great things, for immortality and glory, and a Kingdom, and a Crown of Eternal life; cc-acp av a-acp vbr j-jn pp-f ng1 n2, cst n1 p-acp np1 p-acp j n2, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 313
3743 now they expect not to have it done presently, they are content to stay: now they expect not to have it done presently, they Are content to stay: av pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vhi pn31 vdn av-j, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi: (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 313
3744 Oh these are the best Traders, the best Merchants that will trade with God for great things, and be content to stay; O these Are the best Traders, the best Merchant's that will trade with God for great things, and be content to stay; uh d vbr dt js n2, dt js n2 cst vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp j n2, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 313
3745 you will chuse that you have here for the present, and therefore you have your portion. you will choose that you have Here for the present, and Therefore you have your portion. pn22 vmb vvi cst pn22 vhb av p-acp dt j, cc av pn22 vhb po22 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 390 Page 313
3746 Fourthly, These things that are here, they are the only sutable things to your hearts, Fourthly, These things that Are Here, they Are the only suitable things to your hearts, ord, d n2 cst vbr av, pns32 vbr dt j j n2 p-acp po22 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 391 Page 313
3747 and what will you do with any more hereafter? these things do exceedingly please you, and what will you do with any more hereafter? these things do exceedingly please you, cc q-crq vmb pn22 vdi p-acp d dc av? d n2 vdb av-vvg vvi pn22, (20) sermon (DIV2) 391 Page 313
3748 and give you content as agreeable to you, and the things that are to come, are disagreeable; and give you content as agreeable to you, and the things that Are to come, Are disagreeable; cc vvb pn22 n1 c-acp j p-acp pn22, cc dt n2 cst vbr pc-acp vvi, vbr j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 391 Page 313
3749 what would men do that are carnal and wicked now? what would they do in Heaven? Certainly if you hate Gods Saints now, that have but a little Grace for their Grace sake, you would hate them infinitly more afterwards, what would men do that Are carnal and wicked now? what would they do in Heaven? Certainly if you hate God's Saints now, that have but a little Grace for their Grace sake, you would hate them infinitely more afterwards, q-crq vmd n2 vdb d vbr j cc j av? q-crq vmd pns32 vdb p-acp n1? av-j cs pn22 vvb npg1 n2 av, cst vhb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1 n1, pn22 vmd vvi pno32 av-j av-dc av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 391 Page 313
3750 when they are perfect in Grace, when they shall be perfect, and then when all your common gifts shall be taken away; for so it shall be. when they Are perfect in Grace, when they shall be perfect, and then when all your Common Gifts shall be taken away; for so it shall be. c-crq pns32 vbr j p-acp n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vbi j, cc av c-crq av-d po22 j n2 vmb vbi vvn av; c-acp av pn31 vmb vbi. (20) sermon (DIV2) 391 Page 313
3751 Now the things of God are unsutable to you, though you have now many common 〈 ◊ 〉, Now the things of God Are unsuitable to you, though you have now many Common 〈 ◊ 〉, av dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j p-acp pn22, cs pn22 vhb av d j 〈 sy 〉, (20) sermon (DIV2) 391 Page 313
3752 and you now abhor the Grace of God, though it be imperfect, what then, when all common gifts shall be taken from you, and you now abhor the Grace of God, though it be imperfect, what then, when all Common Gifts shall be taken from you, cc pn22 av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pn31 vbb j, r-crq av, c-crq d j n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22, (20) sermon (DIV2) 391 Page 314
3753 and Grace made perfect? how unsutable will it be then to you? Therefore expect nothing hereafter. and Grace made perfect? how unsuitable will it be then to you? Therefore expect nothing hereafter. cc n1 vvd j? q-crq j vmb pn31 vbi av p-acp pn22? av vvb pix av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 391 Page 314
3754 Fifthly, You abuse your portion you have now, what will you do with more? Who will trust you with the true riches? You abuse that you have. Fifthly, You abuse your portion you have now, what will you do with more? Who will trust you with the true riches? You abuse that you have. ord, pn22 vvb po22 n1 pn22 vhb av, q-crq vmb pn22 vdi p-acp dc? q-crq vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt j n2? pn22 vvb cst pn22 vhb. (20) sermon (DIV2) 392 Page 314
3755 Indeed men of the world that are wicked, and very rich, are presently in places of honor and power; Indeed men of the world that Are wicked, and very rich, Are presently in places of honour and power; np1 n2 pp-f dt n1 cst vbr j, cc av j, vbr av-j p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 392 Page 314
3756 Oh! what a deal mischief they do in the world? what dreadful evils are they unto the earth? Such men, Oh! what a deal mischief they do in the world? what dreadful evils Are they unto the earth? Such men, uh q-crq dt n1 n1 pns32 vdb p-acp dt n1? q-crq j n2-jn vbr pns32 p-acp dt n1? d n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 392 Page 314
3757 how do they abuse their portions? Why now, as it is with the Tooth, in a mans head, a Tooth indeed is prefer'd, to have an eminent place in the Head, how do they abuse their portions? Why now, as it is with the Tooth, in a men head, a Tooth indeed is preferred, to have an eminent place in the Head, q-crq vdb pns32 vvi po32 n2? uh-crq av, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt ng1 n1, dt n1 av vbz vvn, pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 392 Page 314
3758 but when the Tooth comes to be rotten, and put us to pain, what do we but pull it out, but when the Tooth comes to be rotten, and put us to pain, what do we but pull it out, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1, q-crq vdb pns12 p-acp vvi pn31 av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 392 Page 314
3759 and throw it away? So when God prefers men to eminent places, when through their wickedness they grow rotten, and throw it away? So when God prefers men to eminent places, when through their wickedness they grow rotten, cc vvb pn31 av? av c-crq np1 vvz n2 p-acp j n2, c-crq p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vvb vvn, (20) sermon (DIV2) 392 Page 314
3760 and so do a great deal of hurt, the Lord plucks them out in His anger, and throws them away; and so do a great deal of hurt, the Lord plucks them out in His anger, and throws them away; cc av vdb dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz pno32 av p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz pno32 av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 392 Page 314
3761 they abuse their portion, and do a great deal of hurt, and therefore must expect no more. they abuse their portion, and do a great deal of hurt, and Therefore must expect no more. pns32 vvb po32 n1, cc vdb dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc av vmb vvi av-dx av-dc. (20) sermon (DIV2) 392 Page 314
3762 But above all the argument is, Sixthly, Because they have no interest in Jesus Christ; But above all the argument is, Sixthly, Because they have no Interest in jesus christ; p-acp p-acp d dt n1 vbz, j, c-acp pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp np1 np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 392 Page 314
3763 The rich Treasures of the infinite grace of God, they are let out in Jesus Christ; The rich Treasures of the infinite grace of God, they Are let out in jesus christ; dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp np1 np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 314
3764 God hath divers Conduit-pipes (as I may so say) of His Grace, to let out unto His Creatures; God hath diverse Conduit pipes (as I may so say) of His Grace, to let out unto His Creatures; np1 vhz j n2 (c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi) pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi av p-acp po31 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 314
3765 there are some lesser Conduit-pipes, and those Conduitpipes, may be open'd through the general bounty of God; there Are Some lesser Conduit pipes, and those Conduit pipes, may be opened through the general bounty of God; pc-acp vbr d jc n2, cc d n2, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 314
3766 but now the Lord hath the great Current of His eternal mercies, for some that He doth intend eternal good unto, but now the Lord hath the great Current of His Eternal Mercies, for Some that He does intend Eternal good unto, cc-acp av dt n1 vhz dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n2, p-acp d cst pns31 vdz vvi j j p-acp, (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 314
3767 and this great Current of His it is stop't by justice, the infinite justice of God doth stop this great Current, and this great Current of His it is stopped by Justice, the infinite Justice of God does stop this great Current, cc d j n1 pp-f po31 zz vbz vvd p-acp n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi d j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 314
3768 so as it cannot be open'd to have any drop of the mercy let out, until Divine Justice comes to be satisfied; so as it cannot be opened to have any drop of the mercy let out, until Divine justice comes to be satisfied; av c-acp pn31 vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vhi d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb av, c-acp j-jn n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 314
3769 In the mean time the other smaller pipes, they run, the general bounty of God; In the mean time the other smaller pipes, they run, the general bounty of God; p-acp dt j n1 dt n-jn jc n2, pns32 vvb, dt j n1 pp-f np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 314
3770 Now then, this is the very work of Jesus Christ, Christ the Second Person in Trinity, Now then, this is the very work of jesus christ, christ the Second Person in Trinity, av av, d vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1, np1 dt ord n1 p-acp np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 314
3771 and it is the very mystery of the Gospel; and it is the very mystery of the Gospel; cc pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 314
3772 The Second Person in the Trinity, sees that the children of men, are capable of eternal happiness, eternal glory, The Second Person in the Trinity, sees that the children of men, Are capable of Eternal happiness, Eternal glory, dt ord n1 p-acp dt np1, vvz cst dt n2 pp-f n2, vbr j pp-f j n1, j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3773 and that there are glorious treasures with God, to be communicated to the children of men; and that there Are glorious treasures with God, to be communicated to the children of men; cc cst a-acp vbr j n2 p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3774 but through mans sin, this great Current is stop't; in the mean time Gods general bounty lets out a great many outward comforts; but through men since, this great Current is stopped; in the mean time God's general bounty lets out a great many outward comforts; cc-acp p-acp ng1 n1, d j n1 vbz vvd; p-acp dt j n1 npg1 j n1 vvb|pno12 av dt j d j n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3775 Christ therefore out of pity to man-kind, that man-king may not be put off with these general outward comforts, He comes and satisfies Gods infinite justice, that He might open the Current, the sluice of His infinite, and eternal Grace to others: christ Therefore out of pity to mankind, that man-king may not be put off with these general outward comforts, He comes and Satisfies God's infinite Justice, that He might open the Current, the sluice of His infinite, and Eternal Grace to Others: np1 av av pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cst n1 vmb xx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d j j n2, pns31 vvz cc vvz n2 j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 j, cc j n1 p-acp n2-jn: (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3776 Now happy are those Creatures, who have interest in the Lord Christ; Now happy Are those Creatures, who have Interest in the Lord christ; av j vbr d n2, r-crq vhb n1 p-acp dt n1 np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3777 for this is His work, to satisfie the Justice of the Father, that so the great pipe may be opened, for this is His work, to satisfy the justice of the Father, that so the great pipe may be opened, p-acp d vbz po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst av dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn, (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3778 and then flows in all Grace, infinit, eternal Grace, when that comes once to be opened: and then flows in all Grace, infinite, Eternal Grace, when that comes once to be opened: cc av vvz p-acp d n1, j, j n1, c-crq cst vvz a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn: (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3779 No mervail though we hear of such glorious things, that the Saints of God have in the life to come, no mervail, No marvel though we hear of such glorious things, that the Saints of God have in the life to come, no marvel, uh-dx n1 cs pns12 vvb pp-f d j n2, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, dx n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3780 for Christ doth come and open the great sluice of Gods infinite Grace and Mercie to them; for christ does come and open the great sluice of God's infinite Grace and Mercy to them; c-acp np1 vdz vvi cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3781 as for the men of the world, they have but a little of the drizling of Gods general bounty through some crannies, as for the men of the world, they have but a little of the drizzling of God's general bounty through Some crannies, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vhb p-acp dt j pp-f dt j-vvg pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp d n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3782 but the Floudgates of Gods grace are opened in Christ; but the Floodgates of God's grace Are opened in christ; cc-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr vvn p-acp np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3783 therefore til Divine Justice be satisfied, there can be no further good for a Creature here, Therefore till Divine justice be satisfied, there can be no further good for a Creature Here, av c-acp j-jn n1 vbi vvn, pc-acp vmb vbi dx jc j p-acp dt n1 av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3784 but the fruits of Gods general bounty, & patience: but the fruits of God's general bounty, & patience: cc-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 j n1, cc n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3785 There are some Creatures whom the Lord hath left to the Course of justice, they shall have what they earn, and no more: There Are Some Creatures whom the Lord hath left to the Course of Justice, they shall have what they earn, and no more: a-acp vbr d n2 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmb vhi q-crq pns32 vvb, cc dx av-dc: (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3786 this is the difference between Gods dealings with some Creatures and others, (I say) some there are that shall have what they earn, and no more: this is the difference between God's dealings with Some Creatures and Others, (I say) Some there Are that shall have what they earn, and no more: d vbz dt n1 p-acp n2 n2-vvg p-acp d n2 cc n2-jn, (pns11 vvb) d a-acp vbr cst vmb vhi q-crq pns32 vvb, cc dx av-dc: (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3787 others there are whom God hath set His Heart upon, and whether they earn or no, God intends eternal mercies: Others there Are whom God hath Set His Heart upon, and whither they earn or no, God intends Eternal Mercies: n2-jn pc-acp vbr r-crq np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp, cc cs pns32 vvb cc uh-dx, np1 vvz j n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3788 unto them, and will bring them unto eternal mercies: Here's the difference of the Covenant of works, and the Covenant of Grace; unto them, and will bring them unto Eternal Mercies: Here's the difference of the Covenant of works, and the Covenant of Grace; p-acp pno32, cc vmb vvi pno32 p-acp j n2: av|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3789 and therefore the one is left to Himself, and the other, Christ the Head of the Covenant comes to undertake for him, that that he cannot do: and Therefore the one is left to Himself, and the other, christ the Head of the Covenant comes to undertake for him, that that he cannot do: cc av dt pi vbz vvn p-acp px31, cc dt n-jn, np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cst d pns31 vmbx vdi: (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3790 and here is the very Cut between the condition of some men, & other men; and Here is the very cut between the condition of Some men, & other men; cc av vbz dt av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc j-jn n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3791 that some have their portion in this world, and others have another higher portion in the world to come; that Some have their portion in this world, and Others have Another higher portion in the world to come; cst d vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1, cc n2-jn vhb j-jn jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3792 Those have no interest in Christ, these have. Seventhly, They are no Sons, no Children, and therefore they must not expect childrens portions; Those have no Interest in christ, these have. Seventhly, They Are no Sons, no Children, and Therefore they must not expect Children's portions; d vhb dx n1 p-acp np1, d vhb. crd, pns32 vbr dx n2, dx n2, cc av pns32 vmb xx vvb ng2 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 393 Page 315
3793 As many of you rich men, when you die, you will leave your servants some Legacie, perhaps you'l give every servant in the house five pounds, or so; As many of you rich men, when you die, you will leave your Servants Some Legacy, perhaps You'll give every servant in the house five pounds, or so; c-acp d pp-f pn22 j n2, c-crq pn22 vvb, pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 d n1, av pn22|vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 crd n2, cc av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3794 but when you come to your children, to write in your Will, what such a Son, such a Daughter shall have, that is another manner of business than 4. or 5 l. great things you leave to them: but when you come to your children, to write in your Will, what such a Son, such a Daughter shall have, that is Another manner of business than 4. or 5 l. great things you leave to them: cc-acp c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1, r-crq d dt n1, d dt n1 vmb vhi, cst vbz j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cs crd cc crd n1 j n2 pn22 vvb p-acp pno32: (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3795 Now the truth is, the world may be divided between Children and Servants, for though the truth is, all men are at defiance with God, Now the truth is, the world may be divided between Children and Servants, for though the truth is, all men Are At defiance with God, av dt n1 vbz, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, c-acp cs dt n1 vbz, d n2 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3796 yet God makes them servants one way or other; yet God makes them Servants one Way or other; av np1 vvz pno32 n2 crd n1 cc n-jn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3797 and there is some little Legacy that servants shall have, but they must not expect the Childrens portion; and there is Some little Legacy that Servants shall have, but they must not expect the Children's portion; cc pc-acp vbz d j n1 cst n2 vmb vhi, cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi dt ng2 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3798 therefore they have it here, but must not have it hereafter. Therefore they have it Here, but must not have it hereafter. av pns32 vhb pn31 av, cc-acp vmb xx vhi pn31 av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3799 In Ezek. 46. 16. Thus saith the Lord, If the Prince give a gift unto any of his sons, the inheritance shall be his sons; In Ezekiel 46. 16. Thus Says the Lord, If the Prince give a gift unto any of his Sons, the inheritance shall be his Sons; p-acp np1 crd crd av vvz dt n1, cs dt n1 vvb dt n1 p-acp d pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 vmb vbi po31 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3800 but if to his servants, then it shall be but till Jubile. but if to his Servants, then it shall be but till Jubilee. cc-acp cs p-acp po31 n2, cs pn31 vmb vbi cc-acp p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3801 This was Gods Law, that if a Prince gave a gift to his son, the son should inherit it for ever, This was God's Law, that if a Prince gave a gift to his son, the son should inherit it for ever, d vbds npg1 n1, cst cs dt n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3802 but if he give it but to a servant, it should continue with him but for a while. but if he give it but to a servant, it should continue with him but for a while. cc-acp cs pns31 vvb pn31 p-acp p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3803 So here is the difference of Gods administration of all His gifts, He gives some to servants, So Here is the difference of God's administration of all His Gifts, He gives Some to Servants, av av vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f d po31 n2, pns31 vvz d p-acp n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3804 and these shall continue but for a while, within a little while all will be called for again; and these shall continue but for a while, within a little while all will be called for again; cc d vmb vvi cc-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j cs d vmb vbi vvn p-acp av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3805 all the good, and all the comfort thou hast, God will call for it all again: all the good, and all the Comfort thou hast, God will call for it all again: d dt j, cc d dt n1 pns21 vh2, np1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 d av: (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3806 but that which he gives to His Sons, to His Children, they shall have mercy for ever, but that which he gives to His Sons, to His Children, they shall have mercy for ever, cc-acp cst r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n2, pns32 vmb vhi n1 p-acp av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3807 though not to enjoy it in the same way, they shall enjoy the same good and comfort Eternally. And then further: though not to enjoy it in the same Way, they shall enjoy the same good and Comfort Eternally. And then further: cs xx pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt d n1, pns32 vmb vvi dt d j cc vvi av-j. cc av jc: (20) sermon (DIV2) 394 Page 316
3808 Eighthly, The portion that the world hath here, (you heard before) it comes from Gods patience; Eighthly, The portion that the world hath Here, (you herd before) it comes from God's patience; j, dt n1 cst dt n1 vhz av, (pn22 vvd a-acp) pn31 vvz p-acp npg1 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 395 Page 316
3809 now there will be an end of the manifestation of the glory of patience in this world, as thus: now there will be an end of the manifestation of the glory of patience in this world, as thus: av pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp av: (20) sermon (DIV2) 395 Page 316
3810 As there are some graces of the Spirit of God in the Saints, that shall have an end in regard of their exercise here in this world, As there Are Some graces of the Spirit of God in the Saints, that shall have an end in regard of their exercise Here in this world, c-acp a-acp vbr d n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2, cst vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 av p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 395 Page 316
3811 so there are some attributes of God, that shall have an end in regard of the manifestation of them in that way that God doth now manifest them here in this world, so there Are Some attributes of God, that shall have an end in regard of the manifestation of them in that Way that God does now manifest them Here in this world, av a-acp vbr d n2 pp-f np1, cst vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp d n1 cst np1 vdz av vvi pno32 av p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 395 Page 316
3812 and that is, the patience of God towards ungodly ones; and that is, the patience of God towards ungodly ones; cc d vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j-u pi2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 395 Page 317
3813 Now if they hold all upon patience, when the time of the glory of that in this world shall come to be at an end, Now if they hold all upon patience, when the time of the glory of that in this world shall come to be At an end, av cs pns32 vvb d p-acp n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d p-acp d n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 395 Page 317
3814 then all their good is at an end. Further: then all their good is At an end. Further: cs d po32 j vbz p-acp dt n1. av-jc: (20) sermon (DIV2) 395 Page 317
3815 Ninthly, Ungodly men, they shal have to deal with God immediately in the world to come, (I beseech you observe but this answer, I'le hasten;) they must have to deal immediatly with God in the world to come; Ninthly, Ungodly men, they shall have to deal with God immediately in the world to come, (I beseech you observe but this answer, I'll hasten;) they must have to deal immediately with God in the world to come; ord, j n2, pns32 vmb vhi pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp d n1, pns11|vmb vvi;) pns32 vmb vhi pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3816 Now they have to deal with God through Creatures, and while they have to deal with God through Creatures, they may get a great deal, Now they have to deal with God through Creatures, and while they have to deal with God through Creatures, they may get a great deal, av pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n2, cc cs pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n2, pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3817 and may make shift for much, but when they shall come to deal with God immediatly, and may make shift for much, but when they shall come to deal with God immediately, cc vmb vvi n1 p-acp d, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 av-j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3818 then it will be otherwise with them: then it will be otherwise with them: cs pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pno32: (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3819 As for example, There are a great many hang-bies, at great mens houses, perhaps when they come to have to deal with the servants, they get some bits and scraps, As for Exampl, There Are a great many hang-bies, At great men's houses, perhaps when they come to have to deal with the Servants, they get Some bits and scraps, c-acp p-acp n1, pc-acp vbr dt j d j, p-acp j ng2 n2, av c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, pns32 vvb d n2 cc n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3820 and many things from the servants, but if they know they can have nothing, but from the very hand of the Knight, and many things from the Servants, but if they know they can have nothing, but from the very hand of the Knight, cc d n2 p-acp dt n2, cc-acp cs pns32 vvb pns32 vmb vhi pix, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3821 or Lord of the house himself, then they will expect no great matter. or Lord of the house himself, then they will expect no great matter. cc n1 pp-f dt n1 px31, cs pns32 vmb vvi dx j n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3822 So wicked men of this world, they are as hang-bies, that all that they have are but as scraps from the servants, they have to deal only with creatures, they look no further; So wicked men of this world, they Are as hang-bies, that all that they have Are but as scraps from the Servants, they have to deal only with creatures, they look no further; av j n2 pp-f d n1, pns32 vbr a-acp j, cst d cst pns32 vhb vbr cc-acp p-acp n2 p-acp dt n2, pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n2, pns32 vvb av-dx av-jc; (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3823 but hereafter things shall be setled another way, and all things shall be weighed by God Himself, in a ballance of Justice, but hereafter things shall be settled Another Way, and all things shall be weighed by God Himself, in a balance of justice, cc-acp av n2 vmb vbi vvn j-jn n1, cc d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 px31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3824 and distributed by the hands of God Himself immediately, and now things will be carried after another manner, the Lord Himself will come to dispose of things. and distributed by the hands of God Himself immediately, and now things will be carried After Another manner, the Lord Himself will come to dispose of things. cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 px31 av-j, cc av n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1, dt n1 px31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3825 It was a speech of a German Divine, though he were a good man, and lived very innocently, It was a speech of a Germane Divine, though he were a good man, and lived very innocently, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j j-jn, cs pns31 vbdr dt j n1, cc vvd av av-jn, (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3826 when he lay upon his sick bed, and apprehended Death, he was in great terrors of spirit, mightily troubled, when he lay upon his sick Bed, and apprehended Death, he was in great terrors of Spirit, mightily troubled, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 j n1, cc vvd n1, pns31 vbds p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, av-j vvn, (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3827 and some of his friends came to him, and asked him, Why should you be so troubled, that have lived so good a life, and Some of his Friends Come to him, and asked him, Why should you be so troubled, that have lived so good a life, cc d pp-f po31 n2 vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno31, q-crq vmd pn22 vbi av vvn, cst vhb vvn av j dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3828 as you have done? This was his answer, The Judgments of God are one, and the judgments of men are another, I am now to deal with God; as you have done? This was his answer, The Judgments of God Are one, and the Judgments of men Are Another, I am now to deal with God; c-acp pn22 vhb vdn? d vbds po31 n1, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr crd, cc dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr j-jn, pns11 vbm av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3829 it is true, I lived thus before Men, and Men gave their Verdict of me, it is true, I lived thus before Men, and Men gave their Verdict of me, pn31 vbz j, pns11 vvd av p-acp n2, cc n2 vvd po32 n1 pp-f pno11, (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 317
3830 as good, and thought I was in a good condition, but O I am now to go to God, as good, and Thought I was in a good condition, but Oh I am now to go to God, c-acp j, cc vvd pns11 vbds p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp uh pns11 vbm av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 318
3831 and to deal immediately with Him, and Gods judgment, and Mans judgements are different things; when God shall come to weigh all mens portions out, as it will be then, and to deal immediately with Him, and God's judgement, and men Judgments Are different things; when God shall come to weigh all men's portions out, as it will be then, cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31, cc ng1 n1, cc ng1 n2 vbr j n2; c-crq np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d ng2 n2 av, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 318
3832 So much Righteousness, so much portion, so much happinesse, you will say then, Lord, what shall become of us all? All our righteousness is as the menstruous cloath; So much Righteousness, so much portion, so much happiness, you will say then, Lord, what shall become of us all? All our righteousness is as the menstruous cloth; av d n1, av d n1, av d n1, pn22 vmb vvi av, n1, r-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno12 d? av-d po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 318
3833 I but for the Saints, the Righteousness of Christ will be put into one Scale, I but for the Saints, the Righteousness of christ will be put into one Scale, pns11 p-acp p-acp dt n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 318
3834 and their Portion into the other, and their Portion will be weighed by the Righteousness of Christ. and their Portion into the other, and their Portion will be weighed by the Righteousness of christ. cc po32 n1 p-acp dt n-jn, cc po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 318
3835 Now when thou comest to God, thou must come to the Scale, and thou wilt put in thy good servings of God, Now when thou Comest to God, thou must come to the Scale, and thou wilt put in thy good servings of God, av c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp np1, pns21 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp po21 j n2-vvg pp-f np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 318
3836 and thy comming to Church, and some good Civil actions, and Natural and Moral things thou hast done, thou wilt put them in the Scale; and thy coming to Church, and Some good Civil actions, and Natural and Moral things thou hast done, thou wilt put them in the Scale; cc po21 vvg p-acp n1, cc d j j n2, cc j cc j n2 pns21 vh2 vdn, pns21 vm2 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 318
3837 saith God, That which thou hast had already, weighs down all those; Says God, That which thou hast had already, weighs down all those; vvz np1, cst r-crq pns21 vh2 vhd av, vvz a-acp d d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 318
3838 Hast thou nothing to put into the Scales but this? thou hast had thy reward already for all this, and much more than this; Hast thou nothing to put into the Scales but this? thou hast had thy reward already for all this, and much more than this; vh2 pns21 pix p-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 p-acp d? pns21 vh2 vhd po21 n1 av p-acp d d, cc av-d av-dc cs d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 318
3839 then if there be nothing to but into the Scale but this, thou art undone, and there is nothing for thee for Eternity. then if there be nothing to but into the Scale but this, thou art undone, and there is nothing for thee for Eternity. av cs pc-acp vbb pix p-acp p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, pns21 vb2r vvn, cc pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pno21 p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 318
3840 And here is the ground of the confinement of the Portions of wicked men. These are the Two first things. And Here is the ground of the confinement of the Portions of wicked men. These Are the Two First things. cc av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j n2. d vbr dt crd ord n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 396 Page 318
3841 Thirdly, I will give you some CORRALLARIES only from hence. Is it so that wicked men have a portion here, and here is all? Thirdly, I will give you Some COROLLARIES only from hence. Is it so that wicked men have a portion Here, and Here is all? ord, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2 av-j p-acp av. vbz pn31 av cst j n2 vhb dt n1 av, cc av vbz d? (20) sermon (DIV2) 397 Page 318
3842 First, Here we may see the Reason why the men of the world are so cunning in the things of the world, First, Here we may see the Reason why the men of the world Are so cunning in the things of the world, ord, av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr av j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 399 Page 318
3843 why they can make so good shift for themselves in the world, rather than other men can: why they can make so good shift for themselves in the world, rather than other men can: c-crq pns32 vmb vvi av j n1 p-acp px32 p-acp dt n1, av-c cs n-jn n2 vmb: (20) sermon (DIV2) 399 Page 318
3844 Why, here's their Portion, their very happiness and good is here; no mervail though they make such shift as they do here: Why, here's their Portion, their very happiness and good is Here; no marvel though they make such shift as they do Here: uh-crq, av|vbz po32 n1, po32 j n1 cc j vbz av; dx n1 cs pns32 vvb d n1 c-acp pns32 vdb av: (20) sermon (DIV2) 399 Page 318
3845 the Apostle in 1 Cor. 2. 12. We have not received the spirit of the world (saith the Apostle,) we cannot tell how to shift in the world so as other men do, the Apostle in 1 Cor. 2. 12. We have not received the Spirit of the world (Says the Apostle,) we cannot tell how to shift in the world so as other men do, dt n1 p-acp crd np1 crd crd pns12 vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (vvz dt n1,) pns12 vmbx vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 av c-acp j-jn n2 vdb, (20) sermon (DIV2) 399 Page 318
3846 for indeed, we look further than these things, and so cannot shift as other men can; for indeed, we look further than these things, and so cannot shift as other men can; c-acp av, pns12 vvb av-jc cs d n2, cc av vmbx vvi p-acp j-jn n2 vmb; (20) sermon (DIV2) 399 Page 319
3847 They that have the spirit of the world, and have their portion in the world, they can shift; They that have the Spirit of the world, and have their portion in the world, they can shift; pns32 cst vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vhb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 399 Page 319
3848 but we have not received the spirit of the world. but we have not received the Spirit of the world. cc-acp pns12 vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 399 Page 319
3849 You know a Swine though it goes abroad all day wandring up and down, it knows the way to the trough at night; You know a Swine though it Goes abroad all day wandering up and down, it knows the Way to the trough At night; pn22 vvb dt n1 cs pn31 vvz av d n1 vvg a-acp cc a-acp, pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 399 Page 319
3850 but a Sheep if it go a wandring a little way out of his place, a Sheep doth not know how to come back again, but a Sheep if it go a wandering a little Way out of his place, a Sheep does not know how to come back again, cc-acp dt n1 cs pn31 vvb dt j-vvg dt j n1 av pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 vdz xx vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi av av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 399 Page 319
3851 but wanders up and down till it be even lost, and is as a lost sheep when it is once wandring up and down; but Swine are not so. but wanders up and down till it be even lost, and is as a lost sheep when it is once wandering up and down; but Swine Are not so. cc-acp vvz a-acp cc a-acp p-acp pn31 vbb av vvn, cc vbz p-acp dt j-vvn n1 c-crq pn31 vbz a-acp j-vvg a-acp cc a-acp; cc-acp n1 vbr xx av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 399 Page 319
3852 So ungodly men, though they go up and down wandring, they know how to come to their trough at night, they have better skil in the world, they are more artificial in the things of the world, they have better understanding (as the Scripture speaks,) The children of this world are wiser in their generation, than the children of light: So ungodly men, though they go up and down wandering, they know how to come to their trough At night, they have better skill in the world, they Are more artificial in the things of the world, they have better understanding (as the Scripture speaks,) The children of this world Are Wiser in their generation, than the children of Light: av j n2, cs pns32 vvb a-acp cc a-acp vvg, pns32 vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vhb jc n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr av-dc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vhb jc n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz,) dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr jc p-acp po32 n1, cs dt n2 pp-f n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 399 Page 319
3853 Why is it? Their Portion is in this world. That's the first Corrallarie. Why is it? Their Portion is in this world. That's the First Corollary. q-crq vbz pn31? po32 n1 vbz p-acp d n1. d|vbz dt ord n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 399 Page 319
3854 2. Corr. Here we see the Reason, Why there are so many great ones in the world that regard Religion so little as they do, 2. Corr Here we see the Reason, Why there Are so many great ones in the world that regard Religion so little as they do, crd np1 av pns12 vvb dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vbr av d j pi2 p-acp dt n1 cst n1 n1 av j c-acp pns32 vdb, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 319
3855 and the waies of God, and the Church of God; why 'tis not their portion; those things that concern another life, is not any part of their portion; and the ways of God, and the Church of God; why it's not their portion; those things that concern Another life, is not any part of their portion; cc dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1; c-crq pn31|vbz xx po32 n1; d n2 cst vvb j-jn n1, vbz xx d n1 pp-f po32 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 319
3856 they mind what it is that concerns the present life, because this is their portion. they mind what it is that concerns the present life, Because this is their portion. pns32 vvb r-crq pn31 vbz cst vvz dt j n1, c-acp d vbz po32 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 319
3857 When many come into places of dignity and power, What are their thoughts? Now they think of gratifying their friends, When many come into places of dignity and power, What Are their thoughts? Now they think of gratifying their Friends, c-crq d vvb p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, q-crq vbr po32 n2? av pns32 vvb pp-f vvg po32 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 319
3858 now they think of respect and honor that they shall have abroad in the world, now they think of respect and honour that they shall have abroad in the world, av pns32 vvb pp-f n1 cc n1 cst pns32 vmb vhi av p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 319
3859 and be accounted some-body, now they think of revenging al their wrongs, of making up of all their broken titles &c. This hath been heretofore (I suppose very ordinary) in men advanced amongst you; these are all their thoughts: and be accounted somebody, now they think of revenging all their wrongs, of making up of all their broken titles etc. This hath been heretofore (I suppose very ordinary) in men advanced among you; these Are all their thoughts: cc vbi vvn pi, av pns32 vvb pp-f vvg d po32 n2-jn, pp-f vvg a-acp pp-f d po32 j-vvn n2 av np1 vhz vbn av (pns11 vvb av j) p-acp n2 vvn p-acp pn22; d vbr d po32 n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 319
3860 as for doing service for God, and for His Church, and vindicating the Truth of God, as for doing service for God, and for His Church, and vindicating the Truth of God, c-acp p-acp vdg n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp po31 n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 319
3861 and Honor of God, that is scarce in all their thoughts, for they do not look upon that as part of their Portion: and Honour of God, that is scarce in all their thoughts, for they do not look upon that as part of their Portion: cc n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz av-j p-acp d po32 n2, c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp d c-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 319
3862 Here is the reason why so many Magistrates are like to Galio, in Acts, 18. 17. Carring for none of those things; Here is the reason why so many Magistrates Are like to Galio, in Acts, 18. 17. Carring for none of those things; av vbz dt n1 uh-crq av d n2 vbr av-j p-acp np1, p-acp n2, crd crd vvg p-acp pix pp-f d n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3863 they were to him but matters of words, and yet they were about the great fundamental Points of Religio•, they were to him but matters of words, and yet they were about the great fundamental Points of Religio•, pns32 vbdr p-acp pno31 p-acp n2 pp-f n2, cc av pns32 vbdr p-acp dt j j n2 pp-f np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3864 Whether Christ were the true Messias, and whether He were God, or no; but to Gallio these things were but matter of words: Whither christ were the true Messias, and whither He were God, or no; but to Gallio these things were but matter of words: cs np1 vbdr dt j np1, cc cs pns31 vbdr np1, cc av-dx; cc-acp pc-acp np1 d n2 vbdr p-acp n1 pp-f n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3865 And so the great things of God, and Religion, to carnal hearts, they are things that are of no great consequence at all; And so the great things of God, and Religion, to carnal hearts, they Are things that Are of no great consequence At all; cc av dt j n2 pp-f np1, cc n1, p-acp j n2, pns32 vbr n2 cst vbr pp-f dx j n1 p-acp d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3866 yea when as Sosthenes that was the Ruler of the Synagogue for countenancing of Paul, had the rude multitude of the City, rise up in a rude manner to apprehend him, yea when as Sosthenes that was the Ruler of the Synagogue for countenancing of Paul, had the rude multitude of the city, rise up in a rude manner to apprehend him, uh c-crq p-acp np1 cst vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvg pp-f np1, vhd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3867 and to lay violent hands upon him, Gallio cared for none of these things; and to lay violent hands upon him, Gallio cared for none of these things; cc pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp pno31, np1 vvd p-acp pix pp-f d n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3868 but so far he did not go, Gallio went not to stir up a rude multitude to lay violent hands upon a Ruler of a Synagogue, but so Far he did not go, Gallio went not to stir up a rude multitude to lay violent hands upon a Ruler of a Synagogue, cc-acp av av-j pns31 vdd xx vvi, np1 vvd xx pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3869 or a City, but he cared for none of those things (saith the text:) What did he care for rectifying any thing that was amiss in Religion? Oh let us (say they that have their portion here) what ever becomes of things, let us make peace (say they) that we may go on and be quiet in our houses, or a city, but he cared for none of those things (Says the text:) What did he care for rectifying any thing that was amiss in Religion? O let us (say they that have their portion Here) what ever becomes of things, let us make peace (say they) that we may go on and be quiet in our houses, cc dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pix pp-f d n2 (vvz dt n1:) q-crq vdd pns31 vvi p-acp vvg d n1 cst vbds av p-acp n1? uh vvb pno12 (vvb pns32 cst vhb po32 n1 av) r-crq av vvz pp-f n2, vvb pno12 vvi n1 (vvb pns32) cst pns12 vmb vvi a-acp cc vbi j-jn p-acp po12 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3870 & enjoy that we have quietly, and peacably, and they look no further: & enjoy that we have quietly, and peaceably, and they look no further: cc vvb cst pns12 vhb av-jn, cc av-j, cc pns32 vvb av-dx av-jc: (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3871 Their portion is here, and as for Truth, how do they reject it, & contemn it! Their portion is Here, and as for Truth, how do they reject it, & contemn it! po32 n1 vbz av, cc c-acp p-acp n1, q-crq vdb pns32 vvi pn31, cc vvb pn31! (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3872 It is a speech (as is credibly reported) hath come even from a Citizen here, in cursing of the Truth so; (as had he lived among the Jews he would certainly have been stoned to death) Let us have Peace, and a Pox of Truth. It is a speech (as is credibly reported) hath come even from a Citizen Here, in cursing of the Truth so; (as had he lived among the jews he would Certainly have been stoned to death) Let us have Peace, and a Pox of Truth. pn31 vbz dt n1 (c-acp vbz av-j vvn) vhz vvn av p-acp dt n1 av, p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 av; (c-acp vhd pns31 vvn p-acp dt np2 pns31 vmd av-j vhi vbn vvn p-acp n1) vvb pno12 vhi n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3873 (I say) such a speech as this among the Jews would have caused him to have been stoned to death, being such horrible blasphemy. (I say) such a speech as this among the jews would have caused him to have been stoned to death, being such horrible blasphemy. (pns11 vvb) d dt n1 c-acp d p-acp dt np2 vmd vhi vvn pno31 pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp n1, vbg d j n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3874 But how many are ready to say with Pilat, in the 18. of John, 38. when as Christ was before Pilat, and talked to Pilat of Truth, Truth (saith Pilat) What is Truth? You shall observe it at the 38. ver. But how many Are ready to say with Pilat, in the 18. of John, 38. when as christ was before Pilat, and talked to Pilat of Truth, Truth (Says Pilat) What is Truth? You shall observe it At the 38. ver. p-acp c-crq d vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp zz, p-acp dt crd pp-f np1, crd q-crq p-acp np1 vbds p-acp zz, cc vvd p-acp zz pp-f n1, n1 (vvz np1) q-crq vbz n1? pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt crd fw-la. (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3875 What is Truth? (Saith Pilat) as if Pilat should have said, What a strange man is this, the man is in danger of his life, What is Truth? (Says Pilat) as if Pilat should have said, What a strange man is this, the man is in danger of his life, q-crq vbz n1? (vvz np1) c-acp cs np1 vmd vhi vvn, q-crq dt j n1 vbz d, dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3876 and he talks of Truth, when he is in danger of his life, What is Truth? (saith Pilat) & turns it back upon him presently. and he talks of Truth, when he is in danger of his life, What is Truth? (Says Pilat) & turns it back upon him presently. cc pns31 vvz pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, q-crq vbz n1? (vvz np1) cc vvz pn31 av p-acp pno31 av-j. (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3877 Just thus are the hearts of many, What should we look at Truth, or at any thing now, Just thus Are the hearts of many, What should we look At Truth, or At any thing now, j av vbr dt n2 pp-f d, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp d n1 av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 320
3878 but to preserve our lives, and estates, and outward comforts in the world? What is Truth? They are a company of mad-brain'd fellows, that are factious, but to preserve our lives, and estates, and outward comforts in the world? What is Truth? They Are a company of madbrained Fellows, that Are factious, cc-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc n2, cc j n2 p-acp dt n1? q-crq vbz n1? pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f j n2, cst vbr j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3879 and seditious, they talk of Truth, and know not what they say, Come, let us have peace, and seditious, they talk of Truth, and know not what they say, Come, let us have peace, cc j, pns32 vvb pp-f n1, cc vvb xx r-crq pns32 vvb, vvb, vvb pno12 vhi n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3880 though it be upon any terms: though it be upon any terms: cs pn31 vbb p-acp d n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3881 Who is there in this place that desires not Peace? The Lord knows it is the desires of those that are accused most for want of desires in this thing; Who is there in this place that Desires not Peace? The Lord knows it is the Desires of those that Are accused most for want of Desires in this thing; r-crq vbz a-acp p-acp d n1 cst vvz xx n1? dt n1 vvz pn31 vbz dt n2 pp-f d cst vbr vvn av-ds p-acp n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3882 yea so as we dare challenge any of you with this Challenge: yea so as we Dare challenge any of you with this Challenge: uh av c-acp pns12 vvb vvi d pp-f pn22 p-acp d vvb: (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3883 Those who have been most at the Throne of Grace begging unto God for peace for England, let them carry the day; Those who have been most At the Throne of Grace begging unto God for peace for England, let them carry the day; d r-crq vhb vbn av-ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, vvb pno32 vvi dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3884 those that have put forth most prayrs for Peace, before the Throne of Grace, we are willing they shall have the day. those that have put forth most Prayers for Peace, before the Throne of Grace, we Are willing they shall have the day. d cst vhb vvn av ds n2 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vbr j pns32 vmb vhi dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3885 We reade that amongst al the Tribes that came up in a war-like way, to help the people of God against oppression, in the 5. of Judges, 18. and so in that Chapter, that of all Naphtali was the only Tribe that joyned wth Zebulun, that jeoparded their lives in the Cause of God, that would take up Arms to defend themselves, and the people against oppression; We read that among all the Tribes that Come up in a warlike Way, to help the people of God against oppression, in the 5. of Judges, 18. and so in that Chapter, that of all Naphtali was the only Tribe that joined with Zebulun, that jeoparded their lives in the Cause of God, that would take up Arms to defend themselves, and the people against oppression; pns12 vvb cst p-acp d dt n2 cst vvd a-acp p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt crd pp-f n2, crd cc av p-acp d n1, cst pp-f d np1 vbds dt j n1 cst vvd p-acp np1, cst vvd po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vmd vvi a-acp n2 pc-acp vvi px32, cc dt n1 p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3886 Surely these two Tribes, by the others that would not venture themselves, were at that time accounted very factious, and very seditious; What they! Surely these two Tribes, by the Others that would not venture themselves, were At that time accounted very factious, and very seditious; What they! av-j d crd n2, p-acp dt n2-jn cst vmd xx vvi px32, vbdr p-acp d n1 vvd av j, cc av j; r-crq pns32! (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3887 only Zebulun and Naphtali; Yet it is observable, though there were none joyned with Zebulun but only Naphtali, there is no Tribe of which it is so much spoken, to be a Tribe, full of Courtesie, only Zebulun and Naphtali; Yet it is observable, though there were none joined with Zebulun but only Naphtali, there is no Tribe of which it is so much spoken, to be a Tribe, full of Courtesy, j np1 cc np1; av pn31 vbz j, cs pc-acp vbdr pix vvn p-acp np1 p-acp j np1, a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f r-crq pn31 vbz av av-d vvn, pc-acp vbi dt n1, j pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3888 and Civility, of a peacable and quiet disposition, as Naphtali was; and Civility, of a peaceable and quiet disposition, as Naphtali was; cc n1, pp-f dt j cc j-jn n1, c-acp np1 vbds; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3889 you shall find it, if you reade in the 49. of Genesis, 21. and afterwards in another text, there are these two things said of Naphtali, only these two first, That he was a Hinde let loose, and give goodly words. you shall find it, if you read in the 49. of Genesis, 21. and afterwards in Another text, there Are these two things said of Naphtali, only these two First, That he was a Hind let lose, and give goodly words. pn22 vmb vvi pn31, cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt crd pp-f n1, crd cc av p-acp j-jn n1, pc-acp vbr d crd n2 vvn pp-f np1, av-j d crd ord, cst pns31 vbds dt n1 vvb j, cc vvb j n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3890 But they may be but words of Complement, not reality; But they may be but words of Compliment, not reality; p-acp pns32 vmb vbi p-acp n2 pp-f n1, xx n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3891 Nay, (when Moses comes with the blessing, you shall find these two places, one in Genesis and the other in Deuteronomy,) when Moses comes with the blessing again upon Naphtali: Naphtali filled with favour, and with the blessing of the Lord. Nay, (when Moses comes with the blessing, you shall find these two places, one in Genesis and the other in Deuteronomy,) when Moses comes with the blessing again upon Naphtali: Naphtali filled with favour, and with the blessing of the Lord. uh-x, (c-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi d crd n2, pi p-acp n1 cc dt n-jn p-acp np1,) c-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 av p-acp np1: np1 vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3892 What is the meaning? Naphtali was a Tribe that had most courtesie and civility of all; What is the meaning? Naphtali was a Tribe that had most courtesy and civility of all; q-crq vbz dt n1? np1 vbds dt n1 cst vhd av-ds n1 cc n1 pp-f d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3893 compar'd to a goodly Hinde, of a quiet disposition, and one that gave courteous language to all, compared to a goodly Hind, of a quiet disposition, and one that gave courteous language to all, vvn p-acp dt j n1, pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc pi cst vvd j n1 p-acp d, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3894 & not meer words, but reality; & not mere words, but reality; cc xx j n2, cc-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 321
3895 it was such a one that was fill'd with favour, that had the favour of God, and the favour of Men; it was such a one that was filled with favour, that had the favour of God, and the favour of Men; pn31 vbds d dt pi cst vbds vvn p-acp n1, cst vhd dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3896 he had such a courteous carriage, and he had the blessing of God upon him; he had such a courteous carriage, and he had the blessing of God upon him; pns31 vhd d dt j n1, cc pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3897 and yet this Naphtali, was the Tribe that would jeobard their lives, and take up Arms in defence of the people of God, against oppression in those times, above all. and yet this Naphtali, was the Tribe that would jeobard their lives, and take up Arms in defence of the people of God, against oppression in those times, above all. cc av d np1, vbds dt n1 cst vmd vvi po32 n2, cc vvb a-acp n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, p-acp d. (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3898 And Phinebas (ye know) was so zealous, and would make use of the sword, so as he did; And Phinebas (you know) was so zealous, and would make use of the sword, so as he did; np1 npg1 (pn22 vvb) vbds av j, cc vmd vvi n1 pp-f dt n1, av c-acp pns31 vdd; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3899 yet in the 25. of Num. 12, 13. God saith there, He would make a Covenant of Peace with him. Beloved! yet in the 25. of Num. 12, 13. God Says there, He would make a Covenant of Peace with him. beloved! av p-acp dt crd pp-f np1 crd, crd np1 vvz a-acp, pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31. vvn! (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3900 Phinehas, that is such a fiery hot man, yet a Covenaut of peace must be made with him, by God Himself; Phinehas, that is such a fiery hight man, yet a Covenant of peace must be made with him, by God Himself; np1, cst vbz d dt j j n1, av dt np1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp np1 px31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3901 for he did indeed, by that way procure peace to Israel; for he did indeed, by that Way procure peace to Israel; c-acp pns31 vdd av, p-acp d n1 vvi n1 p-acp np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3902 for so the Text saith there in that place of Num. That because Phinehas was so zealous, it was, that I might not consume them in my jealousie: for so the Text Says there in that place of Num. That Because Phinehas was so zealous, it was, that I might not consume them in my jealousy: p-acp av dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 cst c-acp np1 vbds av j, pn31 vbds, cst pns11 vmd xx vvi pno32 p-acp po11 n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3903 Now it's observable, the word in the Original is, Because he was zealous, therefore it was, that I might not consume them in my Zeal. Its translated in your books; Now it's observable, the word in the Original is, Because he was zealous, Therefore it was, that I might not consume them in my Zeal. Its translated in your books; av pn31|vbz j, dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn vbz, c-acp pns31 vbds j, av pn31 vbds, cst pns11 vmd xx vvi pno32 p-acp po11 n1. vbz vvn p-acp po22 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3904 Because he was thus zealous, that I might not consume them in my Jealousie; the words are different in the English; Because he was thus zealous, that I might not consume them in my Jealousy; the words Are different in the English; c-acp pns31 vbds av j, cst pns11 vmd xx vvi pno32 p-acp po11 n1; dt n2 vbr j p-acp dt jp; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3905 but in the Hebrew they are the same: but in the Hebrew they Are the same: cc-acp p-acp dt njp pns32 vbr dt d: (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3906 and so be turn'd thus, Because he was so zealous, it was, that I might not consume them in my Zeal; as if he should have said, and so be turned thus, Because he was so zealous, it was, that I might not consume them in my Zeal; as if he should have said, cc av vbi vvn av, c-acp pns31 vbds av j, pn31 vbds, cst pns11 vmd xx vvi pno32 p-acp po11 n1; c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3907 If there had not been some among them that had been zealous, (and as they account fiery) I would have been zealous my Self, If there had not been Some among them that had been zealous, (and as they account fiery) I would have been zealous my Self, cs pc-acp vhd xx vbn d p-acp pno32 cst vhd vbn j, (cc c-acp pns32 vvb j) pns11 vmd vhi vbn j po11 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3908 and fiery my Self, and consumed them, and it was wel they had such amongst them; and fiery my Self, and consumed them, and it was well they had such among them; cc j po11 n1, cc vvd pno32, cc pn31 vbds av pns32 vhd d p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3909 and one day those that cry out of them, may come to see cause to bless God for them; and one day those that cry out of them, may come to see cause to bless God for them; cc crd n1 d cst vvb av pp-f pno32, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3910 that would not have the world put off, and gul'd with the fair name of peace; that would not have the world put off, and guled with the fair name of peace; cst vmd xx vhi dt n1 vvd a-acp, cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3911 we know the Devil hath made much use of it in former times, and would fain make use of it now; we know the devil hath made much use of it in former times, and would fain make use of it now; pns12 vvb dt n1 vhz vvn d n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp j n2, cc vmd av-j vvi n1 pp-f pn31 av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3912 As if those that desired Truth most, were not greatest friends unto peace; God forbid, but it should be so: As if those that desired Truth most, were not greatest Friends unto peace; God forbid, but it should be so: c-acp cs d cst vvd n1 av-ds, vbdr xx js n2 p-acp n1; np1 vvb, cc-acp pn31 vmd vbi av: (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3913 Though it's true, we think not, we have our portion here, and therefore we would not have peace upon any terms; Though it's true, we think not, we have our portion Here, and Therefore we would not have peace upon any terms; cs pn31|vbz j, pns12 vvb xx, pns12 vhb po12 n1 av, cc av pns12 vmd xx vhi n1 p-acp d n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3914 indeed we confess our portion lies higher, and that wherein our portion doth consist we would have upon any terms; indeed we confess our portion lies higher, and that wherein our portion does consist we would have upon any terms; av pns12 vvb po12 n1 vvz jc, cc cst c-crq po12 n1 vdz vvi pns12 vmd vhi p-acp d n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3915 and therefore Saint Paul saith in Philippoans, 3. if by any means, I may attain to the Resurrection of the dead; and Therefore Saint Paul Says in Philippoans, 3. if by any means, I may attain to the Resurrection of the dead; cc av n1 np1 vvz p-acp n2, crd cs p-acp d n2, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 322
3916 If by any means, upon any terms, that I may have peace at the great Day, whatsoever I do endure: If by any means, upon any terms, that I may have peace At the great Day, whatsoever I do endure: cs p-acp d n2, p-acp d n2, cst pns11 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq pns11 vdb vvi: (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 323
3917 so say we for our portion; and you say, Let us have peace upon any terms; so say we for our portion; and you say, Let us have peace upon any terms; av vvb pns12 p-acp po12 n1; cc pn22 vvb, vvb pno12 vhi n1 p-acp d n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 323
3918 why? because your portion is here: why? Because your portion is Here: q-crq? c-acp po22 n1 vbz av: (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 323
3919 We would be glad that all our Mountains, were Mountains of Olivet, but we would be loth to have them Mountains of Corruption: We would be glad that all our Mountains, were Mountains of Olivet, but we would be loath to have them Mountains of Corruption: pns12 vmd vbi j cst d po12 n2, vbdr n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vhi pno32 n2 pp-f n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 323
3920 In 2 Kings, 23. 13. You reade there of a Mountain of corruption, Of Mons offenssionis, Of offence; In 2 Kings, 23. 13. You read there of a Mountain of corruption, Of Mons offenssionis, Of offence; p-acp crd n2, crd crd pn22 vvb a-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f fw-la fw-la, pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 323
3921 so it is in the old Latin; so it is in the old Latin; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j jp; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 323
3922 Now, what was that same Mountain of Corruption? if we compare one Scripture with another, we shall find it was no other, Now, what was that same Mountain of Corruption? if we compare one Scripture with Another, we shall find it was no other, av, r-crq vbds d d n1 pp-f n1? cs pns12 vvb crd n1 p-acp n-jn, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 vbds dx j-jn, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 323
3923 but Mount Olivet, Mount Olivet was made a Mountain of corruption: but Mount Olivet, Mount Olivet was made a Mountain of corruption: cc-acp vvb np1, vvb np1 vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 323
3924 In 1 King. 11. 7. There Solomon built Idolatrous Temples, for the honour of the gods of his Queen, those gods that his Queen did worship, Solomon built Temples for to gratifie her, In 1 King. 11. 7. There Solomon built Idolatrous Temples, for the honour of the God's of his Queen, those God's that his Queen did worship, Solomon built Temples for to gratify her, p-acp crd n1. crd crd a-acp np1 vvd j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, d n2 cst po31 n1 vdd vvi, np1 vvn n2 p-acp pc-acp vvi pno31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 323
3925 and it was upon the Mount before jerusalem, which was the Mount of Olivet, that was the Mount. and it was upon the Mount before Jerusalem, which was the Mount of Olivet, that was the Mount. cc pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp fw-la, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbds dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 323
3926 Now you know the Mount Olivet was a Mount that had his name from Olives that did grow there, and were Emblems of peace; Now you know the Mount Olivet was a Mount that had his name from Olive that did grow there, and were Emblems of peace; av pn22 vvb dt n1 np1 vbds dt n1 cst vhd po31 n1 p-acp n2 cst vdd vvi a-acp, cc vbdr n2 pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 323
3927 but yet the Mount Olivet may be made a Mount of Corruption: but yet the Mount Olivet may be made a Mount of Corruption: cc-acp av dt n1 np1 vmb vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 323
3928 we would be glad that we might live upon Mount Olivet all our daies, but are loth this Mount Olivet should be made a Mount of Corruption. we would be glad that we might live upon Mount Olivet all our days, but Are loath this Mount Olivet should be made a Mount of Corruption. pns12 vmd vbi j cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1 np1 av-d po12 n2, cc-acp vbr j d n1 np1 vmd vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 323
3929 Give me leave but in a few words, yet to put some Considerations to you, and if I speak not reason in them, reject them. Give me leave but in a few words, yet to put Some Considerations to you, and if I speak not reason in them, reject them. vvb pno11 vvi cc-acp p-acp dt d n2, av pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp pn22, cc cs pns11 vvb xx n1 p-acp pno32, vvb pno32. (20) sermon (DIV2) 400 Page 323
3930 First, Because that you are so greedy of Comforts in this world, you would fain have peace; First, Because that you Are so greedy of Comforts in this world, you would fain have peace; ord, p-acp cst pn22 vbr av j pp-f n2 p-acp d n1, pn22 vmd av-j vhi n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 401 Page 323
3931 be wise even for your own portion; be wise even for your own portion; vbb j av p-acp po22 d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 401 Page 323
3932 you would have peace, but I hope a safe peace, and that is all we do desire: you would have peace, but I hope a safe peace, and that is all we do desire: pn22 vmd vhi n1, cc-acp pns11 vvb dt j n1, cc d vbz d pns12 vdb vvi: (20) sermon (DIV2) 401 Page 323
3933 If the peace be not safe, Oh the bood that may follow after. If the peace be not safe, O the bood that may follow After. cs dt n1 vbb xx j, uh dt zz cst vmb vvi a-acp. (20) sermon (DIV2) 401 Page 323
3934 We reade in the 27. of the Acts, 13. that there was indeed a Calm, and the South wind did blow softly, We read in the 27. of the Acts, 13. that there was indeed a Cam, and the South wind did blow softly, pns12 vvb p-acp dt crd pp-f dt n2, crd d pc-acp vbds av dt j-jn, cc dt n1 n1 vdd vvi av-j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 401 Page 323
3935 for a while, warm wind and very softly, but presently follows, not long after it appears that there did arise a Tempestuous wind, called Euroclydon; Euroclydon did arise presently after: for a while, warm wind and very softly, but presently follows, not long After it appears that there did arise a Tempestuous wind, called Euroclydon; Euroclydon did arise presently After: p-acp dt n1, j n1 cc av av-j, cc-acp av-j vvz, xx av-j c-acp pn31 vvz cst a-acp vdd vvi dt j n1, vvn np1; np1 vdd vvi av-j a-acp: (20) sermon (DIV2) 401 Page 323
3936 Take we heed (my brethren) that we be not deluded with the softly South wind; Take we heed (my brothers) that we be not deluded with the softly South wind; vvb pns12 n1 (po11 n2) cst pns12 vbb xx vvn p-acp dt av-j n1 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 401 Page 323
3937 Take heed that there be not an Euroclydon, that blows presently after; Take heed that there be not an Euroclydon, that blows presently After; vvb n1 cst pc-acp vbb xx dt np1, cst vvz av-j a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV2) 401 Page 324
3938 were we sure to be delivered from that same Euroclydon, we should be glad of continuance of soft blowings of the South wind: were we sure to be Delivered from that same Euroclydon, we should be glad of Continuance of soft blowings of the South wind: vbdr pns12 j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cst d np1, pns12 vmd vbi j pp-f n1 pp-f j n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 401 Page 324
3939 Can you think of a safe peace that live under any Arbitrary Governments? No (that you'l say) and therefore we account our condition ill now, Can you think of a safe peace that live under any Arbitrary Governments? No (that You'll say) and Therefore we account our condition ill now, vmb pn22 vvi pp-f dt j n1 cst vvb p-acp d j-jn n2? uh-dx (cst pn22|vmb vvi) cc av pns12 vvb po12 n1 av-jn av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 401 Page 324
3940 for we have Arbitrary Governments amongst us now, And who are they? Obj. Do not the Parliament themselves Govern in that kind of way? for we have Arbitrary Governments among us now, And who Are they? Object Do not the Parliament themselves Govern in that kind of Way? c-acp pns12 vhb j-jn n2 p-acp pno12 av, cc r-crq vbr pns32? np1 vdb xx dt n1 px32 vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f n1? (20) sermon (DIV2) 401 Page 324
3941 Ans. Give me leave in a word to answer this: Consider of the difference between that Arbitrary Government the Parliament complains of; and what now you feel. Ans. Give me leave in a word to answer this: Consider of the difference between that Arbitrary Government the Parliament complains of; and what now you feel. np1 vvb pno11 vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d: vvb pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j-jn n1 dt n1 vvz pp-f; cc q-crq av pn22 vvb. (20) sermon (DIV2) 403 Page 324
3942 Ans. 1. That was then, when the Kingdom was in a setled way, and then when there was no contrary Arbitrary power to oppose it, Ans. 1. That was then, when the Kingdom was in a settled Way, and then when there was no contrary Arbitrary power to oppose it, np1 crd cst vbds av, c-crq dt n1 vbds p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc av c-crq pc-acp vbds dx j-jn j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 404 Page 324
3943 yet then it went on, and surely then it did but make way for worse Arbitrary government; yet then it went on, and surely then it did but make Way for Worse Arbitrary government; av av pn31 vvd a-acp, cc av-j av pn31 vdd p-acp vvi n1 p-acp jc j-jn n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 404 Page 324
3944 but now it is in a way, when the Kingdom is unsetled, and in a way, where there is a necessity of some help beyond the ordinary course of Law, but now it is in a Way, when the Kingdom is unsettled, and in a Way, where there is a necessity of Some help beyond the ordinary course of Law, cc-acp av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz j-vvn, cc p-acp dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 404 Page 324
3945 because of a contrary Arbitrary Power, that is oppos'd; Because of a contrary Arbitrary Power, that is opposed; c-acp pp-f dt j-jn j-jn n1, cst vbz vvn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 404 Page 324
3946 And is it possible for any man, that hath any wisdom, or understanding in his head, that cannot see the difference between these two? But I'le shew you a greater difference than this. And is it possible for any man, that hath any Wisdom, or understanding in his head, that cannot see the difference between these two? But I'll show you a greater difference than this. cc vbz pn31 j p-acp d n1, cst vhz d n1, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1, cst vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp d crd? p-acp pns11|vmb vvi pn22 dt jc n1 cs d. (20) sermon (DIV2) 404 Page 324
3947 Ans. 2. That which was before, those that did so Govern suffer'd nothing in it themselves, but gained all; Ans. 2. That which was before, those that did so Govern suffered nothing in it themselves, but gained all; np1 crd d r-crq vbds a-acp, d cst vdd av vvi vvd pix p-acp pn31 px32, cc-acp vvd d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 405 Page 324
3948 now those that are accused for the present, (if it be Arbitrary,) they suffer themselves as much as we do, now those that Are accused for the present, (if it be Arbitrary,) they suffer themselves as much as we do, av d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt j, (cs pn31 vbb j-jn,) pns32 vvb px32 p-acp d c-acp pns12 vdb, (20) sermon (DIV2) 405 Page 324
3949 and their posterity doth suffer as much as we do; and therefore the thing is far different from what was before. and their posterity does suffer as much as we do; and Therefore the thing is Far different from what was before. cc po32 n1 vdz vvi p-acp d c-acp pns12 vdb; cc av dt n1 vbz av-j j p-acp r-crq vbds a-acp. (20) sermon (DIV2) 405 Page 324
3950 And yet further, if you would not be carried away with words, but judge righteous judgment, Consider this: And yet further, if you would not be carried away with words, but judge righteous judgement, Consider this: cc av av-jc, cs pn22 vmd xx vbi vvn av p-acp n2, cc-acp vvb j n1, vvb d: (20) sermon (DIV2) 405 Page 324
3951 Ans. 3. Can you think that if the Adversarie should prevail, you should be only at the dispose of the King? Do you not think that those that are with him, Ans. 3. Can you think that if the Adversary should prevail, you should be only At the dispose of the King? Do you not think that those that Are with him, np1 crd vmb pn22 vvi cst cs dt n1 vmd vvi, pn22 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? vdb pn22 xx vvi cst d cst vbr p-acp pno31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 406 Page 324
3952 and give such strength and assistance for the present, that you must lie at their mercy too, in great part; and give such strength and assistance for the present, that you must lie At their mercy too, in great part; cc vvb d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1 av, p-acp j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 406 Page 324
3953 And will that be safe for you? I put it to every mans conscience, And will that be safe for you? I put it to every men conscience, cc vmb d vbi j p-acp pn22? pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp d ng1 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 406 Page 324
3954 whether he can think that it is safer for Church, or Common wealth to be governed by the King, with those that are now about him, whither he can think that it is safer for Church, or Common wealth to be governed by the King, with those that Are now about him, cs pns31 vmb vvi cst pn31 vbz jc p-acp n1, cc j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp d cst vbr av p-acp pno31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 406 Page 325
3955 and an Army of Papists, than to be governed by the King, with His Two Houses of Parliament? Which is the safest way in the consciences of any men living. and an Army of Papists, than to be governed by the King, with His Two Houses of Parliament? Which is the Safest Way in the Consciences of any men living. cc dt n1 pp-f njp2, cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 crd n2 pp-f n1? r-crq vbz dt js n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 vvg. (20) sermon (DIV2) 406 Page 325
3956 And yet further than this, Consider (if you have your eyes in your heads) And yet further than this, Consider (if you have your eyes in your Heads) cc av av-jc cs d, vvb (cs pn22 vhb po22 n2 p-acp po22 n2) (20) sermon (DIV2) 406 Page 325
3957 Answ. 4. That perhaps what you aim at as your End, your Adversaries may aim at, Answer 4. That perhaps what you aim At as your End, your Adversaries may aim At, np1 crd cst av r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp c-acp po22 vvb, po22 n2 vmb vvi p-acp, (20) sermon (DIV2) 407 Page 325
3958 but as their Means; and what will become of you then? If that that you would have as an End, they shall look at, but as their Means; and what will become of you then? If that that you would have as an End, they shall look At, cc-acp c-acp po32 n2; cc r-crq vmb vvi pp-f pn22 av? cs d cst pn22 vmd vhi p-acp dt vvb, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp, (20) sermon (DIV2) 407 Page 325
3959 but as a Medium; Consider what Consequences may come of it. And yet lastly: Answ. 5. You that do desire so much Peace, to preserve your own Portions here; but as a Medium; Consider what Consequences may come of it. And yet lastly: Answer 5. You that do desire so much Peace, to preserve your own Portions Here; cc-acp c-acp dt fw-la; vvb q-crq n2 vmb vvi pp-f pn31. cc av ord: np1 crd pn22 cst vdb vvi av d n1, pc-acp vvi po22 d n2 av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 407 Page 325
3960 Would you not willingly have such Peace, as those that have appeared for you in Houses of Parliament, in Citie, in the Ministry, that have been most active, be preserved too? Are you so desirous of it, Would you not willingly have such Peace, as those that have appeared for you in Houses of Parliament, in city, in the Ministry, that have been most active, be preserved too? are you so desirous of it, vmd pn22 xx av-j vhi d n1, c-acp d cst vhb vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1, cst vhb vbn av-ds j, vbb vvn av? vbr pn22 av j pp-f pn31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 408 Page 325
3961 as to be willing to leave them to the fury and rage of their Adversaries? Were not this one of the horriblest wickednesses that ever were committed in a Kingdom? If they from desire to save their own particular estates, should betray those that have been faithful to them, in their places of Trust. It was once a speech of Demosthenes to one that would fain have peace, he affirms, that it is a vain and preposterous thing, to desire peace with the flock, upon this condition, That the Keepers of the flock may but be betraied, and taken away. as to be willing to leave them to the fury and rage of their Adversaries? Were not this one of the horriblest Wickednesses that ever were committed in a Kingdom? If they from desire to save their own particular estates, should betray those that have been faithful to them, in their places of Trust. It was once a speech of Demosthenes to one that would fain have peace, he affirms, that it is a vain and preposterous thing, to desire peace with the flock, upon this condition, That the Keepers of the flock may but be betrayed, and taken away. c-acp pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2? vbdr xx d crd pp-f dt js n2 cst av vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1? cs pns32 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po32 d j n2, vmd vvi d cst vhb vbn j p-acp pno32, p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1 pn31 vbds a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp pi cst vmd av-j vhi n1, pns31 vvz, cst pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1, cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb cc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvn av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 408 Page 325
3962 The fair name of Peace will never so prevail with a wise man, when this shall come to be the condition of it. The fair name of Peace will never so prevail with a wise man, when this shall come to be the condition of it. dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-x av vvi p-acp dt j n1, c-crq d vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (20) sermon (DIV2) 408 Page 325
3963 The good people in Chrysostoms time, (however you may think of those that have most appear'd for you, The good people in Chrysostom time, (however you may think of those that have most appeared for you, dt j n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (c-acp pn22 vmb vvi pp-f d cst vhb ds vvn p-acp pn22, (20) sermon (DIV2) 408 Page 325
3964 & ventured themselves) they thought it such a thing, to have but the mouth of one Chrysostom stopt. & ventured themselves) they Thought it such a thing, to have but the Mouth of one Chrysostom stopped. cc vvd px32) pns32 vvd pn31 d dt n1, pc-acp vhi p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd np1 vvn. (20) sermon (DIV2) 408 Page 325
3965 And also they professed, That if the Sun should take back, or bring back, or keep in his Rayes, it were more tollerable, And also they professed, That if the Sun should take back, or bring back, or keep in his Rays, it were more tolerable, cc av pns32 vvd, cst cs dt n1 vmd vvi av, cc vvi av, cc vvi p-acp po31 n2, pn31 vbdr av-dc j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 408 Page 325
3966 than that the mouth of John should be stopt; they had such an high esteem of a faithful Minister in those times. than that the Mouth of John should be stopped; they had such an high esteem of a faithful Minister in those times. cs cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi vvn; pns32 vhd d dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 408 Page 325
3967 And therefore if you would be faithful to God, and to the Kingdom, and to those that have appear'd for you, look after such peace, And Therefore if you would be faithful to God, and to the Kingdom, and to those that have appeared for you, look After such peace, cc av cs pn22 vmd vbi j p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d cst vhb vvn p-acp pn22, vvb p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 408 Page 326
3968 as wherein you and they may be safe; God knows they would have been willing to have been as silent as you; as wherein you and they may be safe; God knows they would have been willing to have been as silent as you; c-acp c-crq pn22 cc pns32 vmb vbi j; np1 vvz pns32 vmd vhi vbn j pc-acp vhi vbn a-acp j c-acp pn22; (20) sermon (DIV2) 408 Page 326
3969 but suppose all the Ministers in the Kingdom, and men that had ability to appear publickly, had all been silent, but suppose all the Ministers in the Kingdom, and men that had ability to appear publicly, had all been silent, cc-acp vvb d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cc n2 cst vhd n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, vhd d vbn j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 408 Page 326
3970 so as the business had been wholly betraied, and at length an Army of Papists had risen, so as the business had been wholly betrayed, and At length an Army of Papists had risen, av c-acp dt n1 vhd vbn av-jn vvn, cc p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f njp2 vhd vvn, (20) sermon (DIV2) 408 Page 326
3971 when you had had no help to have resisted them, Would you not have cried out of Ministers? would you not have cried out of Magistrates? would you not have cried out of Parliament Men? If they have ventured themselves to be faithful for you, know you can have no peace, except they have it; when you had had no help to have resisted them, Would you not have cried out of Ministers? would you not have cried out of Magistrates? would you not have cried out of Parliament Men? If they have ventured themselves to be faithful for you, know you can have no peace, except they have it; c-crq pn22 vhd vhn dx n1 pc-acp vhi vvn pno32, vmd pn22 xx vhi vvn av pp-f n2? vmd pn22 xx vhi vvn av pp-f n2? vmd pn22 xx vhi vvn av pp-f n1 n2? cs pns32 vhb vvn px32 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn22, vvb pn22 vmb vhi dx n1, c-acp pns32 vhb pn31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 408 Page 326
3972 and it were an unworthy thing, to think of your safety without theirs likewise. Object. and it were an unworthy thing, to think of your safety without theirs likewise. Object. cc pn31 vbdr dt j n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f po22 n1 p-acp png32 av. n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 408 Page 326
3973 But you will say, We would not have our Estates and Peace thus, as you speak, upon any terms, without any regard to Religion; But you will say, We would not have our Estates and Peace thus, as you speak, upon any terms, without any regard to Religion; p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, pns12 vmd xx vhi po12 n2 cc n1 av, c-acp pn22 vvb, p-acp d n2, p-acp d n1 p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 409 Page 326
3974 we have our portion in Religion, as well as you, and we have our Consciences to look after, we have our portion in Religion, as well as you, and we have our Consciences to look After, pns12 vhb po12 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp pn22, cc pns12 vhb po12 n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp, (20) sermon (DIV2) 409 Page 326
3975 as well as you, and God forbid it should be otherwise, but that Religion should prosper too with our Peace; as well as you, and God forbid it should be otherwise, but that Religion should prosper too with our Peace; c-acp av c-acp pn22, cc np1 vvb pn31 vmd vbi av, cc-acp cst n1 vmd vvi av p-acp po12 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 409 Page 326
3976 but we would not have Sects and Sectaries to be maintained in the Kingdom; let us have Truth, and Religion; but away with them. but we would not have Sects and Sectaries to be maintained in the Kingdom; let us have Truth, and Religion; but away with them. cc-acp pns12 vmd xx vhi n2 cc n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; vvb pno12 vhi n1, cc n1; cc-acp av p-acp pno32. (20) sermon (DIV2) 409 Page 326
3977 Ans. 1. Do you understand what they are you speak of? Do you know wherein you and they differ? You cry out of them, Ans. 1. Do you understand what they Are you speak of? Do you know wherein you and they differ? You cry out of them, np1 crd vdb pn22 vvi r-crq pns32 vbr pn22 vvb pp-f? vdb pn22 vvi c-crq pn22 cc pns32 vvb? pn22 vvb av pp-f pno32, (20) sermon (DIV2) 410 Page 326
3978 as if they were of another Religion, whereas when it comes to be scan'd, the difference between you and them will not be so great. as if they were of Another Religion, whereas when it comes to be scanned, the difference between you and them will not be so great. c-acp cs pns32 vbdr pp-f j-jn n1, cs c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n1 p-acp pn22 cc pno32 vmb xx vbi av j. (20) sermon (DIV2) 410 Page 326
3979 But further, I put this to you: Ans. 2. Do you spend as much breath in praying for these kind of men, But further, I put this to you: Ans. 2. Do you spend as much breath in praying for these kind of men, p-acp jc, pns11 vvb d p-acp pn22: np1 crd vdb pn22 vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 410 Page 326
3980 as you do in railing upon them? then somewhat may be said. Ans. 3. It is a vain thing to think, that true Religion can be maintain'd, as you do in railing upon them? then somewhat may be said. Ans. 3. It is a vain thing to think, that true Religion can be maintained, c-acp pn22 vdb p-acp vvg p-acp pno32? av av vmb vbi vvn. np1 crd pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst j n1 vmb vbi vvn, (20) sermon (DIV2) 411 Page 326
3981 and have the liberty of it, without some difference of Opinion amongst us: and have the liberty of it, without Some difference of Opinion among us: cc vhb dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12: (20) sermon (DIV2) 412 Page 326
3982 Indeed the Turks have as much peace in their Religion, as any Religion hath in all the world; Indeed the Turks have as much peace in their Religion, as any Religion hath in all the world; av dt n2 vhb p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp d n1 vhz p-acp d dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 412 Page 326
3983 and there is as little difference of Opinions amongst the Turks as there is in any Religion whatsoever; and there is as little difference of Opinions among the Turks as there is in any Religion whatsoever; cc pc-acp vbz p-acp j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2 a-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp d n1 r-crq; (20) sermon (DIV2) 412 Page 326
3984 but well may that Coat have no seam, that hath no shape; but well may that Coat have no seam, that hath no shape; p-acp av vmb d n1 vhb dx n1, cst vhz dx n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 412 Page 327
3985 If the Truth of Religion comes to appear, certainly it is impossible but many differences in opinion must come, If the Truth of Religion comes to appear, Certainly it is impossible but many differences in opinion must come, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, av-j pn31 vbz j p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 vmb vvi, (20) sermon (DIV2) 412 Page 327
3986 and it is a most intollerable pride of heare, and tyranny in any whatsoever, to think by violent means to force all to be of the same opinion that they are of, in matters that are not of the Foundation, and it is a most intolerable pride of hear, and tyranny in any whatsoever, to think by violent means to force all to be of the same opinion that they Are of, in matters that Are not of the Foundation, cc pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp d r-crq, pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi d pc-acp vbi pp-f dt d n1 cst pns32 vbr pp-f, p-acp n2 cst vbr xx pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 412 Page 327
3987 and that may stand with the Peace of a Common-wealth too; and that may stand with the Peace of a Commonwealth too; cc cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 412 Page 327
3988 You take upon you in that more than Christ doth, more than the Apostles ever did. Object. You take upon you in that more than christ does, more than the Apostles ever did. Object. pn22 vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp d av-dc cs np1 vdz, av-dc cs dt n2 av vdd. n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 412 Page 327
3989 But You will say, If men be in an Error, why should they not be forced? Shall every man be lest to his Opinion, to do what he will? But You will say, If men be in an Error, why should they not be forced? Shall every man be lest to his Opinion, to do what he will? p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, cs n2 vbb p-acp dt n1, q-crq vmd pns32 xx vbi vvn? vmb d n1 vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vmb? (20) sermon (DIV2) 413 Page 327
3990 Answ. No, I plead not for that neither: Answer No, I plead not for that neither: np1 uh-dx, pns11 vvb xx p-acp cst av-dx: (20) sermon (DIV2) 414 Page 327
3991 Therefore I except all Opinions, 1. Against the Foundation of Religion: 2. All those Opinions that are against the Foundation of Civil Government. Therefore I except all Opinions, 1. Against the Foundation of Religion: 2. All those Opinions that Are against the Foundation of Civil Government. av pns11 vvi d n2, crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: crd av-d d n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 414 Page 327
3992 Take these Two aside, and then for other Opinions that are of a lower inferior nature (I say) there you take too much upon you, whosoever you are, Take these Two aside, and then for other Opinions that Are of a lower inferior nature (I say) there you take too much upon you, whosoever you Are, vvb d crd av, cc av p-acp j-jn n2 cst vbr pp-f dt jc j-jn n1 (pns11 vvb) a-acp pn22 vvb av av-d p-acp pn22, r-crq pn22 vbr, (20) sermon (DIV2) 414 Page 327
3993 if you should think to force men to be of the same Opinion as you are; if you should think to force men to be of the same Opinion as you Are; cs pn22 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vbi pp-f dt d n1 c-acp pn22 vbr; (20) sermon (DIV2) 414 Page 327
3994 and there is no such way to make disturbance in Churches or Commonwealths, as to force men to be of the same Opinion, in things that are of an inferior nature. Object. and there is no such Way to make disturbance in Churches or Commonwealths, as to force men to be of the same Opinion, in things that Are of an inferior nature. Object. cc pc-acp vbz dx d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vbi pp-f dt d n1, p-acp n2 cst vbr pp-f dt j-jn n1. n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 414 Page 327
3995 But you will say, If it be an Error, they must not be left to live in it. Answ. Nay, stay there; But you will say, If it be an Error, they must not be left to live in it. Answer Nay, stay there; p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, cs pn31 vbb dt n1, pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. np1 uh, vvb a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV2) 415 Page 327
3996 A man may be in an Error, and yet you have nothing to do to offer violence unto him to bring him out of his Error; A man may be in an Error, and yet you have nothing to do to offer violence unto him to bring him out of his Error; dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, cc av pn22 vhb pix pc-acp vdi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f po31 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 416 Page 327
3997 you may seek to convince him as much as you can, but to offer violence, you undertake more than God hath given you Commission to do, whatever you are; you may seek to convince him as much as you can, but to offer violence, you undertake more than God hath given you Commission to do, whatever you Are; pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d c-acp pn22 vmb, cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1, pn22 vvb av-dc cs np1 vhz vvn pn22 n1 pc-acp vdi, r-crq pn22 vbr; (20) sermon (DIV2) 416 Page 327
3998 and I give this Scripture for it, that is cleer, in Romans, 14. 2. One beleeveth he may eat all things; another eateth herbs. and I give this Scripture for it, that is clear, in Romans, 14. 2. One Believeth he may eat all things; Another Eateth herbs. cc pns11 vvb d n1 c-acp pn31, cst vbz j, p-acp np1, crd crd pi vvz pns31 vmb vvi d n2; j-jn vvz n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 416 Page 327
3999 Let not him that eateth, despise him that eateth not; and let him that eateth not, not judge him that eateth. Let not him that Eateth, despise him that Eateth not; and let him that Eateth not, not judge him that Eateth. vvb xx pno31 cst vvz, vvb pno31 cst vvz xx; cc vvb pno31 cst vvz xx, xx vvi pno31 cst vvz. (20) sermon (DIV2) 416 Page 327
4000 And so he tels us, Who art thou that judgest another? Who art thou that judgest. And so he tells us, Who art thou that Judges Another? Who art thou that Judges. cc av pns31 vvz pno12, q-crq vb2r pns21 cst vv2 j-jn? q-crq vb2r pns21 cst vv2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 416 Page 327
4001 These two Opinions could not be true: One man doth eat herbs; the other man makes conscience of it, and cannot do it; These two Opinions could not be true: One man does eat herbs; the other man makes conscience of it, and cannot do it; np1 crd n2 vmd xx vbi j: pi n1 vdz vvi n2; dt j-jn n1 vvz n1 pp-f pn31, cc vmbx vdi pn31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 416 Page 327
4002 Certainly, one of these was a sin at that, time one of them was a sin, to eat herbs, Certainly, one of these was a since At that, time one of them was a since, to eat herbs, av-j, crd pp-f d vbds dt n1 p-acp d, n1 crd pp-f pno32 vbds dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 416 Page 328
4003 and that he might eat no flesh, for God never commanded them, that they should eat no flesh; and that he might eat no Flesh, for God never commanded them, that they should eat no Flesh; cc cst pns31 vmd vvi dx n1, c-acp np1 av-x vvd pno32, cst pns32 vmd vvi dx n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 416 Page 328
4004 to make conscience to eat no flesh was a sin, but yet though one were a sin, to make conscience to eat no Flesh was a since, but yet though one were a since, pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi dx n1 vbds dt n1, cc-acp av c-acp pi vbdr dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 416 Page 328
4005 yet they that were in the right, must not by violence force those that were in the wrong, to their opinion, yet they that were in the right, must not by violence force those that were in the wrong, to their opinion, av pns32 cst vbdr p-acp dt n-jn, vmb xx p-acp n1 vvi d cst vbdr p-acp dt n-jn, p-acp po32 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 416 Page 328
4006 but they must leave them to God; but they must leave them to God; cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 416 Page 328
4007 I say, in matters of such consequence as these, it is a point of Antichristian tyranny, I say, in matters of such consequence as these, it is a point of Antichristian tyranny, pns11 vvb, p-acp n2 pp-f d n1 c-acp d, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f jp n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 416 Page 328
4008 and pride, and notorious pride in men, that have taken so much upon them, as to force all to be of the same opinion; and pride, and notorious pride in men, that have taken so much upon them, as to force all to be of the same opinion; cc n1, cc j n1 p-acp n2, cst vhb vvn av av-d p-acp pno32, c-acp pc-acp vvi d pc-acp vbi pp-f dt d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 416 Page 328
4009 this is not the way certainly for true peace. But thus much for the second Corrallarie. The Third follows. this is not the Way Certainly for true peace. But thus much for the second Corollary. The Third follows. d vbz xx dt n1 av-j p-acp j n1. p-acp av av-d c-acp dt ord n1. dt ord vvz. (20) sermon (DIV2) 416 Page 328
4010 3. Corr. If men have their portion in this world, here is the Reason that there is such a stir in the world by men to maintain this their Portion; 3. Corr If men have their portion in this world, Here is the Reason that there is such a stir in the world by men to maintain this their Portion; crd np1 cs n2 vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1, av vbz dt n1 cst pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi d po32 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 417 Page 328
4011 what a deal of stir is there? what rending and tearing is there, that they might maintain their Estates? Especially if some men have a higher Portion in the world than others, Oh what a deal of stir is there to maintain it. what a deal of stir is there? what rending and tearing is there, that they might maintain their Estates? Especially if Some men have a higher Portion in the world than Others, O what a deal of stir is there to maintain it. r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz a-acp? q-crq j-vvg cc vvg vbz a-acp, cst pns32 vmd vvi po32 n2? av-j cs d n2 vhb dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1 cs n2-jn, uh r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31. (20) sermon (DIV2) 417 Page 328
4012 I remember Henry the fourth, writes to Pope Gregory, and tels him, that by reason of an Emulation there was about the Popedom, one being chosen in Rome, and the other in another place, that there were 230000. men lost their lives out of that Emulation; I Remember Henry the fourth, writes to Pope Gregory, and tells him, that by reason of an Emulation there was about the Popedom, one being chosen in Room, and the other in Another place, that there were 230000. men lost their lives out of that Emulation; pns11 vvb np1 dt ord, vvz p-acp n1 np1, cc vvz pno31, cst p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp vbds p-acp dt n1, pi vbg vvn p-acp vvi, cc dt n-jn p-acp j-jn n1, cst a-acp vbdr crd n2 vvd po32 n2 av pp-f d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 417 Page 328
4013 meerly about two men, two Popes, it cost the bloods of two hundred & thirty thousand men. merely about two men, two Popes, it cost the bloods of two hundred & thirty thousand men. av-j p-acp crd n2, crd n2, pn31 vvd dt n2 pp-f crd crd cc crd crd n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 417 Page 328
4014 O what a stir is therein the world to satisfie the wils of a few men in the world? Certainly one day the world will be wiser, O what a stir is therein the world to satisfy the wills of a few men in the world? Certainly one day the world will be Wiser, sy r-crq dt n1 vbz av dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt d n2 p-acp dt n1? av-j crd n1 dt n1 vmb vbi jc, (20) sermon (DIV2) 417 Page 328
4015 and will understand that they are Men, and not Dogs, that they were not made to be subject to the humours and the lusts of men, and will understand that they Are Men, and not Dogs, that they were not made to be Subject to the humours and the Lustiest of men, cc vmb vvi cst pns32 vbr n2, cc xx n2, cst pns32 vbdr xx vvn pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 417 Page 328
4016 and that no man hath now any further power over him, but what they have by an agreement from them one way or other, either implicit, and that no man hath now any further power over him, but what they have by an agreement from them one Way or other, either implicit, cc cst dx n1 vhz av d jc n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp q-crq pns32 vhb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32 crd n1 cc n-jn, av-d j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 417 Page 328
4017 or explicit, one way or other, it is by their agreement, that any man hath any power over them, and can exercise any; or explicit, one Way or other, it is by their agreement, that any man hath any power over them, and can exercise any; cc j, crd n1 cc n-jn, pn31 vbz p-acp po32 n1, cst d n1 vhz d n1 p-acp pno32, cc vmb vvi d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 417 Page 328
4018 The world (I say) ere long I hope will be wise enough to understand this, The world (I say) ere long I hope will be wise enough to understand this, dt n1 (pns11 vvb) c-acp av-j pns11 vvb vmb vbi j av-d pc-acp vvi d, (20) sermon (DIV2) 417 Page 328
4019 and therefore will not so sacrifice their lives for the satisfying of the wills of a few men in the world, they shall not make such a stir in the world as heretofore they have done; and Therefore will not so sacrifice their lives for the satisfying of the wills of a few men in the world, they shall not make such a stir in the world as heretofore they have done; cc av vmb xx av vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt d n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb xx vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp av pns32 vhb vdn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 417 Page 329
4020 Indeed men make a great stir now to maintain their portions, for the contention is not, de finibus, but de haereditate; not about matters of bounds and limits, (as he said) but it is about the inheritance it self; it is about their portion; it is their God; Indeed men make a great stir now to maintain their portions, for the contention is not, de finibus, but de Inheritate; not about matters of bounds and Limits, (as he said) but it is about the inheritance it self; it is about their portion; it is their God; av n2 vvb dt j n1 av pc-acp vvi po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 vbz xx, fw-fr fw-la, p-acp vdb vvi; xx p-acp n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, (c-acp pns31 vvd) cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1; pn31 vbz p-acp po32 n1; pn31 vbz po32 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 417 Page 329
4021 And do you say, What ails me, when you have taken away my gods? Here is the ground of all the stirs and Combustions in the world, And do you say, What ails me, when you have taken away my God's? Here is the ground of all the stirs and Combustions in the world, cc vdb pn22 vvi, q-crq vvz pno11, c-crq pn22 vhb vvn av po11 n2? av vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 417 Page 329
4022 because carnal hearts look upon what they enjoy as their portion; Because carnal hearts look upon what they enjoy as their portion; c-acp j n2 vvb p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 417 Page 329
4023 But how comes it thus to pass, that men should be so greedy of this their portion? Is it such an excellent portion that they are so greedy of it? Is it worth so much, that they contend so much about it? This makes way for me to slip into the Fourth Particular. But how comes it thus to pass, that men should be so greedy of this their portion? Is it such an excellent portion that they Are so greedy of it? Is it worth so much, that they contend so much about it? This makes Way for me to slip into the Fourth Particular. cc-acp q-crq vvz pn31 av pc-acp vvi, cst n2 vmd vbi av j pp-f d po32 n1? vbz pn31 d dt j n1 cst pns32 vbr av j pp-f pn31? vbz pn31 j av av-d, cst pns32 vvb av av-d p-acp pn31? np1 vvz n1 p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord j. (20) sermon (DIV2) 417 Page 329
4024 Fourthly, To enquire what kind of Portion this is, that these men of the world, have in this world, that they make such a stir about. Fourthly, To inquire what kind of Portion this is, that these men of the world, have in this world, that they make such a stir about. ord, pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pp-f n1 d vbz, cst d n2 pp-f dt n1, vhb p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vvb d dt n1 a-acp. (20) sermon (DIV2) 418 Page 329
4025 And therefore to make way for that; First. Consider what poor things they are, that they make such a stir about. And Therefore to make Way for that; First. Consider what poor things they Are, that they make such a stir about. cc av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d; ord. vvb r-crq j n2 pns32 vbr, cst pns32 vvb d dt n1 a-acp. (20) sermon (DIV2) 418 Page 329
4026 Secondly. Consider the Tenure, upon which they hold whatsoever they do enjoy. Thirdly. Consider the mixture of Evil, that there is in that they do enjoy. Secondly. Consider the Tenure, upon which they hold whatsoever they do enjoy. Thirdly. Consider the mixture of Evil, that there is in that they do enjoy. ord. vvb dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb r-crq pns32 vdb vvi. ord. vvb dt n1 pp-f n-jn, cst pc-acp vbz p-acp cst pns32 vdb vvi. (20) sermon (DIV2) 420 Page 329
4027 Fourthly. The blessed Portion that they lose, that they might enjoy. Fourthly. The blessed Portion that they loose, that they might enjoy. ord. dt j-vvn n1 cst pns32 vvb, cst pns32 vmd vvi. (20) sermon (DIV2) 422 Page 329
4028 Lastly. The dreadful end that there will be to such men that have their portion here. Lastly. The dreadful end that there will be to such men that have their portion Here. ord. dt j n1 cst a-acp vmb vbi p-acp d n2 cst vhb po32 n1 av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 423 Page 329
4029 1. The poor things, that men have here in this world; What are they? Their Comforts for the most part, are but imaginary; 1. The poor things, that men have Here in this world; What Are they? Their Comforts for the most part, Are but imaginary; crd dt j n2, cst n2 vhb av p-acp d n1; r-crq vbr pns32? po32 n2 p-acp dt av-ds n1, vbr cc-acp j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 424 Page 329
4030 In Hosea, 12. 1. Ephraim feeds upon the wind: And when a bladder is ful of wind, one prick lets it quite out; In Hosea, 12. 1. Ephraim feeds upon the wind: And when a bladder is full of wind, one prick lets it quite out; p-acp np1, crd crd np1 vvz p-acp dt n1: cc c-crq dt n1 vbz j pp-f n1, crd n1 vvz pn31 av av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 424 Page 329
4031 and so when Death comes, it lets out all their Comforts: even as the wind goes all out at one prick in a bladder; and so when Death comes, it lets out all their Comforts: even as the wind Goes all out At one prick in a bladder; cc av c-crq n1 vvz, pn31 vvz av d po32 n2: av c-acp dt n1 vvz d av p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 424 Page 329
4032 so all the comforts of the men of the world, go out by the prick of death. so all the comforts of the men of the world, go out by the prick of death. av d dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 424 Page 330
4033 In Prov. 23. 5. Wilt thou set thy heart upon that which is not? it is not, it hath no reality in it. In Curae 23. 5. Wilt thou Set thy heart upon that which is not? it is not, it hath no reality in it. p-acp np1 crd crd vm2 pns21 vvi po21 n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz xx? pn31 vbz xx, pn31 vhz dx n1 p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV2) 424 Page 330
4034 And in Acts, 25. when Bernice and Agrippa came in great pomp and state to the Assembly; And in Acts, 25. when Bernice and Agrippa Come in great pomp and state to the Assembly; cc p-acp n2, crd c-crq np1 cc np1 vvd p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 424 Page 330
4035 that which you have in your books translated great Pomp, it is in the Greek, with great Fancie: all the pomp and jollity in the world, it is but a fancy, this is their portion. that which you have in your books translated great Pomp, it is in the Greek, with great Fancy: all the pomp and jollity in the world, it is but a fancy, this is their portion. cst r-crq pn22 vhb p-acp po22 n2 vvn j n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt jp, p-acp j n1: d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, d vbz po32 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 424 Page 330
4036 2. That which they have, it is of a very low nature; 2. That which they have, it is of a very low nature; crd d r-crq pns32 vhb, pn31 vbz pp-f dt j j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4037 this would be an argument, we might phylosophize in, if it were fit, or if we had time, this would be an argument, we might phylosophize in, if it were fit, or if we had time, d vmd vbi dt n1, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp, cs pn31 vbdr j, cc cs pns12 vhd n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4038 but I'le quickly pass over these things, it's of a very low nature, it not much concerns the soul, all the portion they have; but I'll quickly pass over these things, it's of a very low nature, it not much concerns the soul, all the portion they have; cc-acp pns11|vmb av-j vvi p-acp d n2, pn31|vbz pp-f dt j j n1, pn31 xx d vvz dt n1, d dt n1 pns32 vhb; (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4039 Therefore saith the Text here, Thou fillest their belly; it's but a belly full; Therefore Says the Text Here, Thou Fillest their belly; it's but a belly full; av vvz dt n1 av, pns21 vv2 po32 n1; pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4040 what is that to the soul? Indeed the rich man in the Gospel could say, Soul, take thy ease, what is that to the soul? Indeed the rich man in the Gospel could say, Soul, take thy ease, q-crq vbz d p-acp dt n1? np1 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi, n1, vvb po21 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4041 for thou hast goods laid up for many yeers, eat, drink, &c. Wilt thou say, Soul, take thy ease, for thou hast goods laid up for many Years, eat, drink, etc. Wilt thou say, Soul, take thy ease, c-acp pns21 vh2 n2-j vvn a-acp p-acp d n2, vvb, vvb, av vm2 pns21 vvi, n1, vvb po21 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4042 because thou hast goods laid up, and because you may eat, and drink? What is all this to the soul? Ambrose hath such a speech upon the place, If the man had the soul of a swine, what could be said otherwise? for indeed these things were sutable to the soul of a swine: Because thou hast goods laid up, and Because you may eat, and drink? What is all this to the soul? Ambrose hath such a speech upon the place, If the man had the soul of a Swine, what could be said otherwise? for indeed these things were suitable to the soul of a Swine: c-acp pns21 vh2 n2-j vvn a-acp, cc c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, cc vvi? q-crq vbz d d p-acp dt n1? np1 vhz d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cs dt n1 vhd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmd vbi vvn av? p-acp av d n2 vbdr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4043 you shall find that a man is not the better, because of outward things, not a whit; you shall find that a man is not the better, Because of outward things, not a whit; pn22 vmb vvi cst dt n1 vbz xx dt jc, c-acp pp-f j n2, xx dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4044 the heart of the wicked is little worth; the heart of the wicked is little worth; dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4045 his estate may be somewhat worth, his house may be somewhat worth, his lands may be somewhat worth; his estate may be somewhat worth, his house may be somewhat worth, his Lands may be somewhat worth; po31 n1 vmb vbi av j, po31 n1 vmb vbi av j, po31 n2 vmb vbi av j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4046 But the heart of the wicked is little worth, Prov. 10. And would not you think it to be a great evil, But the heart of the wicked is little worth, Curae 10. And would not you think it to be a great evil, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz j n1, np1 crd cc vmd xx pn22 vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt j n-jn, (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4047 if so be that when you go up and down abroad, you should certainly know, that there is no man doth give you any entertainment, if so be that when you go up and down abroad, you should Certainly know, that there is no man does give you any entertainment, cs av vbi zz c-crq pn22 vvb a-acp cc a-acp av, pn22 vmd av-j vvi, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 vdz vvi pn22 d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4048 or any respect, but it is for your servants sake that tends upon you, would not that discourage you, or any respect, but it is for your Servants sake that tends upon you, would not that discourage you, cc d n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po22 n2 n1 cst vvz p-acp pn22, vmd xx d vvi pn22, (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4049 and trouble you? Indeed you come to such a mans house, and he seems to make you welcome, and you have entertainment; and trouble you? Indeed you come to such a men house, and he seems to make you welcome, and you have entertainment; cc vvb pn22? np1 pn22 vvb p-acp d dt ng1 n1, cc pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb, cc pn22 vhb n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4050 I but you come to know afterwards, that it was not for your sake, but for your servants sake that be loved; I but you come to know afterwards, that it was not for your sake, but for your Servants sake that be loved; pns11 p-acp pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi av, cst pn31 vbds xx p-acp po22 n1, cc-acp p-acp po22 n2 n1 cst vbb vvn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 330
4051 would you think you had a good entertainment there? the truth is, so all the respect you have in this world, it is for your servants sake, would you think you had a good entertainment there? the truth is, so all the respect you have in this world, it is for your Servants sake, vmd pn22 vvi pn22 vhd dt j n1 a-acp? dt n1 vbz, av d dt n1 pn22 vhb p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz p-acp po22 ng1 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 331
4052 for your goods, house, and lands, it is not for any worth that is in you. for your goods, house, and Lands, it is not for any worth that is in you. p-acp po22 n2-j, n1, cc n2, pn31 vbz xx p-acp d n1 cst vbz p-acp pn22. (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 331
4053 It was a speech that Socrates spake once, to one Achilous, when he had a fine house, It was a speech that Socrates spoke once, to one Achilous, when he had a fine house, pn31 vbds dt n1 cst npg1 vvd a-acp, p-acp crd npg1, c-crq pns31 vhd dt j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 331
4054 and a many brave things there (saith he) There are many come to see thy house, and a many brave things there (Says he) There Are many come to see thy house, cc dt d j n2 a-acp (vvz pns31) pc-acp vbr d vvn pc-acp vvi po21 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 331
4055 and thy fine things there, but no body comes to see thee; they know there is a worth in thy fine house, and in thy fine furniture, and thy fine things there, but no body comes to see thee; they know there is a worth in thy fine house, and in thy fine furniture, cc po21 j n2 a-acp, cc-acp dx n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno21; pns32 vvb pc-acp vbz dt j p-acp po21 j n1, cc p-acp po21 j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 331
4056 but they see no worth in thee. but they see no worth in thee. cc-acp pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp pno21. (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 331
4057 Indeed all these things are not souls meat, it is not mans meat they feed upon, it is but ashes, it is nothing to the soul of man. Further: Indeed all these things Are not Souls meat, it is not men meat they feed upon, it is but Ashes, it is nothing to the soul of man. Further: np1 d d n2 vbr xx n2 n1, pn31 vbz xx ng1 n1 pns32 vvb p-acp, pn31 vbz p-acp n2, pn31 vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. av-jc: (20) sermon (DIV2) 425 Page 331
4058 3. Suppose it were for the soul, What thou hast here, is but a very poor pittance, a scantie portion, thou hast not all the world neither, thou hast thy portion in this world; 3. Suppose it were for the soul, What thou hast Here, is but a very poor pittance, a scanty portion, thou hast not all the world neither, thou hast thy portion in this world; crd vvb pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1, q-crq pns21 vh2 av, vbz p-acp dt j j n1, dt n1 n1, pns21 vh2 xx d dt n1 av-dx, pns21 vh2 po21 n1 p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 331
4059 If thou hadst the whol world at command, yea if God should make a thousand worlds more for thee to command, this were all but a poor pittance to put off an immortal soul withal: If thou Hadst the Whole world At command, yea if God should make a thousand world's more for thee to command, this were all but a poor pittance to put off an immortal soul withal: cs pns21 vhd2 dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1, uh cs n1 vmd vvi dt crd n2 av-dc p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi, d vbdr d p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1 av: (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 331
4060 but now, that thou hast is but a little minnim in the world: but now, that thou hast is but a little minnim in the world: cc-acp av, cst pns21 vh2 vbz p-acp dt j n-jn p-acp dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 331
4061 All Nations of the Earth are but as the dust of the ballance, and drop of the bucket to God; All nations of the Earth Are but as the dust of the balance, and drop of the bucket to God; d n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 331
4062 What is thy dust then? what is thy house, and land then? As Socrates wittily rebuked the pride of Alcibiades, when he was very proud, that he had so much Land lay together; What is thy dust then? what is thy house, and land then? As Socrates wittily rebuked the pride of Alcibiades, when he was very proud, that he had so much Land lay together; q-crq vbz po21 n1 av? q-crq vbz po21 n1, cc n1 av? p-acp np1 av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vbds av j, cst pns31 vhd av d n1 vvd av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 331
4063 He brought his Map of the world to him, and saith he, Pray shew me where your land lies here, one prick of a pen would have described it all. He brought his Map of the world to him, and Says he, Pray show me where your land lies Here, one prick of a pen would have described it all. pns31 vvd po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvz pns31, vvb vvb pno11 c-crq po22 n1 vvz av, crd n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vhi vvn pn31 d. (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 331
4064 Should we take a rich man here that hath a great deal of land, and bring a Map of the world to him, all England, Ireland, and Scotland, are but three little spots unto the world; Should we take a rich man Here that hath a great deal of land, and bring a Map of the world to him, all England, Ireland, and Scotland, Are but three little spots unto the world; vmd pns12 vvi dt j n1 av cst vhz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, d np1, np1, cc np1, vbr p-acp crd j n2 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 331
4065 And what are your Farms, and your Mannours you have? you have but a little portion, And what Are your Farms, and your Manors you have? you have but a little portion, cc q-crq vbr po22 n2, cc po22 n2 pn22 vhb? pn22 vhb p-acp dt j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 331
4066 if you had all, it were no great matter: if you had all, it were no great matter: cs pn22 vhd d, pn31 vbdr dx j n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 331
4067 the truth is, All you have in this world cannot be enough to make you live in fashion in the world, like a man; the truth is, All you have in this world cannot be enough to make you live in fashion in the world, like a man; dt n1 vbz, d pn22 vhb p-acp d n1 vmbx vbi av-d pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 331
4068 it's not enough (I say) for to live like a man in the world, to live like one that hath an immortal soul, it's not enough (I say) for to live like a man in the world, to live like one that hath an immortal soul, pn31|vbz xx av-d (pns11 vvb) p-acp pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi av-j pi cst vhz dt j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 331
4069 like one that hath the Image of God upon him, and was sent hither into the world to do some great service as every one of you was sent hither to do; like one that hath the Image of God upon him, and was sent hither into the world to do Some great service as every one of you was sent hither to do; av-j pi cst vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, cc vbds vvn av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi d j n1 p-acp d crd pp-f pn22 vbds vvn av pc-acp vdi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 331
4070 therefore it is but a mean thing, little cause you have for to rejoyce in it; Therefore it is but a mean thing, little cause you have for to rejoice in it; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, j n1 pn22 vhb p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 331
4071 It's true, they that are godly, account themselves unworthy of the least thing they have here in this world, It's true, they that Are godly, account themselves unworthy of the least thing they have Here in this world, pn31|vbz j, pns32 cst vbr j, vvb px32 j pp-f dt ds n1 pns32 vhb av p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 332
4072 but I'le tell you a Mystery of Religion now, a practical Maxime of Religion, that is a great Mystery to the world, but I'll tell you a Mystery of Religion now, a practical Maxim of Religion, that is a great Mystery to the world, cc-acp pns11|vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1 av, dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 332
4073 and that is this, That a gracious heart, though he thinks himself unworthy of the least crum of bread, and that is this, That a gracious heart, though he thinks himself unworthy of the least crumb of bred, cc d vbz d, cst dt j n1, cs pns31 vvz px31 j pp-f dt ds n1 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 332
4074 yet all the Creatures in Heaven and Earth will not serve him to be his portion, will not satisfie him; yet all the Creatures in Heaven and Earth will not serve him to be his portion, will not satisfy him; av d dt n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 vmb xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi po31 n1, vmb xx vvi pno31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 332
4075 though he hath a heart that will be satisfied with any thing, as counting himself unworthy of the meanest condition in this world, though he hath a heart that will be satisfied with any thing, as counting himself unworthy of the Meanest condition in this world, cs pns31 vhz dt n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp vvg px31 j pp-f dt js n1 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 332
4076 as a present gift of God, but if God should give him Heaven and Earth, he hath such an unsatisfying heart, as a present gift of God, but if God should give him Heaven and Earth, he hath such an unsatisfying heart, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp cs np1 vmd vvi pno31 n1 cc n1, pns31 vhz d dt j-vvg n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 332
4077 as he would not be satisfied with Heaven and Earth, except God gives him Himself: therefore certainly thy portion is but a very little portion. as he would not be satisfied with Heaven and Earth, except God gives him Himself: Therefore Certainly thy portion is but a very little portion. c-acp pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp np1 vvz pno31 px31: av av-j po21 n1 vbz p-acp dt j j n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 426 Page 332
4078 4. Those things that thou hast, are things that will vanish, and quickly come to nothing. 4. Those things that thou hast, Are things that will vanish, and quickly come to nothing. crd d n2 cst pns21 vh2, vbr n2 cst vmb vvi, cc av-j vvn p-acp pix. (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 332
4079 It is said, of the whol world, in Job; 26. 7. The whol earth hangs upon nothing; It is said, of the Whole world, in Job; 26. 7. The Whole earth hangs upon nothing; pn31 vbz vvn, pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp n1; crd crd dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp pix; (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 332
4080 and so all things of the Earth do: and so all things of the Earth do: cc av d n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb: (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 332
4081 and therefore it is said of Abraham; in Hebrews, 11. That he sought a City that had foundations: and Therefore it is said of Abraham; in Hebrews, 11. That he sought a city that had foundations: cc av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1; p-acp np1, crd cst pns31 vvd dt n1 cst vhd n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 332
4082 All other things, are as things that have no foundation at all; There is a worm in every creature, that will consume it in time; All other things, Are as things that have no Foundation At all; There is a worm in every creature, that will consume it in time; d j-jn n2, vbr p-acp n2 cst vhb dx n1 p-acp d; pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1, cst vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 332
4083 and the Scripture calls all our riches, Ʋncertain riches; and Christian thou art made for an eternal condition, these things are fading; and the Scripture calls all our riches, Ʋncertain riches; and Christian thou art made for an Eternal condition, these things Are fading; cc dt n1 vvz d po12 n2, j n2; cc np1 pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt j n1, d n2 vbr vvg; (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 332
4084 when thou comest to enter in upon thy eternal estate, if thou should'st then ask, what shall I have now? I have now thus much, when thou Comest to enter in upon thy Eternal estate, if thou Shouldst then ask, what shall I have now? I have now thus much, c-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp po21 j n1, cs pns21 vmd2 av vvi, q-crq vmb pns11 vhb av? pns11 vhb av av av-d, (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 332
4085 and thus much, in my whol life, but what shall I have now I come to enter in upon my eternal estate, truly nothing at all. and thus much, in my Whole life, but what shall I have now I come to enter in upon my Eternal estate, truly nothing At all. cc av av-d, p-acp po11 j-jn n1, cc-acp q-crq vmb pns11 vhb av pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp po11 j n1, av-j pix p-acp av-d. (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 332
4086 If a man were to go a great Voyage to the Indies, and all the provision he makes is this, he gets a Vessel that can make shift to carry him as far as Gravesend, that he will do, If a man were to go a great Voyage to the Indies, and all the provision he makes is this, he gets a Vessel that can make shift to carry him as Far as Gravesend, that he will do, cs dt n1 vbdr pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt np2, cc d dt n1 pns31 vvz vbz d, pns31 vvz dt n1 cst vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 c-acp av-j c-acp np1, cst pns31 vmb vdi, (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 332
4087 and what need he hath of provision to Gravesrnd, or perhaps to the Downs, he provides for; and what need he hath of provision to Gravesrnd, or perhaps to the Downs, he provides for; cc r-crq n1 pns31 vhz pp-f n1 p-acp vvn, cc av p-acp dt n2, pns31 vvz p-acp; (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 332
4088 he goes on, and should go on now to the Downs, and begins his Voyage to go to the Indies, and is gotten into the Ocean; he Goes on, and should go on now to the Downs, and begins his Voyage to go to the Indies, and is got into the Ocean; pns31 vvz a-acp, cc vmd vvi p-acp av p-acp dt n2, cc vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt np2, cc vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 332
4089 alas the Vessel is a rotten Vessel; alas the Vessel is a rotten Vessel; uh dt n1 vbz dt j-vvn n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 332
4090 Were not this an unwise man? Truly this is the condition of thousands in the world, Man, Woman, thou art ••ade for an eternal condition; Were not this an unwise man? Truly this is the condition of thousands in the world, Man, Woman, thou art ••ade for an Eternal condition; vbdr xx d dt j n1? np1 d vbz dt n1 pp-f crd p-acp dt n1, n1, n1, pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 333
4091 God intends Eternity to every Mothers Child that is here this day, & God expects that thy life should be spent in making provision for this Eternal estate of thine, God intends Eternity to every Mother's Child that is Here this day, & God expects that thy life should be spent in making provision for this Eternal estate of thine, np1 vvz n1 p-acp d ng1 n1 cst vbz av d n1, cc np1 vvz cst po21 n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp vvg n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f png21, (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 333
4092 and thou thinkest of nothing but that thou maiest provide for a few years here, and live in some fashion, and be some body in the world here; and thou Thinkest of nothing but that thou Mayest provide for a few Years Here, and live in Some fashion, and be Some body in the world Here; cc pns21 vv2 pp-f pix cc-acp cst pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp dt d n2 av, cc vvi p-acp d n1, cc vbb d n1 p-acp dt n1 av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 333
4093 Oh! when thou comest to enter upon the Ocean of Eternity, thou wilt give a dreadful shreek, Oh! when thou Comest to enter upon the Ocean of Eternity, thou wilt give a dreadful shriek, uh c-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns21 vm2 vvi dt j vvi, (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 333
4094 and cry out, I am undone, I am undone, I have provided nothing for Eternal life; these things are very uncertain: and cry out, I am undone, I am undone, I have provided nothing for Eternal life; these things Are very uncertain: cc vvb av, pns11 vbm vvn, pns11 vbm vvn, pns11 vhb vvn pix p-acp j n1; d n2 vbr av j: (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 333
4095 Oh what a deal of difference there is between the same men in two or three years? I might tell you (but the time so hastens) that great difference two or three years have made between man and man, O what a deal of difference there is between the same men in two or three Years? I might tell you (but the time so hastens) that great difference two or three Years have made between man and man, uh r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 a-acp vbz p-acp dt d n2 p-acp crd cc crd n2? pns11 vmd vvi pn22 (p-acp dt n1 av vvz) cst j n1 crd cc crd n2 vhb vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 333
4096 but I forbear it, because I see the time will not give leave: And yet further for the meanness of the Portion. but I forbear it, Because I see the time will not give leave: And yet further for the meanness of the Portion. cc-acp pns11 vvb pn31, c-acp pns11 vvb dt n1 vmb xx vvi n1: cc av av-jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 427 Page 333
4097 5. What ever thou hast in this world, it is no other, but what may stand with the Eternal hatred of an infinite God towards thee; 5. What ever thou hast in this world, it is no other, but what may stand with the Eternal hatred of an infinite God towards thee; crd q-crq av pns21 vh2 p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz dx n-jn, cc-acp q-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j np1 p-acp pno21; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 333
4098 it may be the portion of a Reprobate, and will this serve thy turn? will this satisfie thee? will that satisfie thy soul, that may be the portion of a Reprobate? There are many now that are sweltring under the wrath of the infinite God, that have had twenty times as much as any of you have, that are here before the Lord this day, they have had greater estates than you, it may be the portion of a Reprobate, and will this serve thy turn? will this satisfy thee? will that satisfy thy soul, that may be the portion of a Reprobate? There Are many now that Are sweltering under the wrath of the infinite God, that have had twenty times as much as any of you have, that Are Here before the Lord this day, they have had greater estates than you, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, cc vmb d vvi po21 n1? vmb d vvi pno21? vmb d vvi po21 n1, cst vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn? pc-acp vbr d av d vbr j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, cst vhb vhn crd n2 c-acp d c-acp d pp-f pn22 vhb, cst vbr av p-acp dt n1 d n1, pns32 vhb vhn jc n2 cs pn22, (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 333
4099 and lived merrier lives than you, and yet are now under the wrath of God; and lived merrier lives than you, and yet Are now under the wrath of God; cc vvd jc n2 cs pn22, cc av vbr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 333
4100 Wil a Reprobates portion serve thy turn? Therfore surely it is but a mean thing, that will stand with Gods Eternal hatred; Will a Reprobates portion serve thy turn? Therefore surely it is but a mean thing, that will stand with God's Eternal hatred; vmb dt n2-jn n1 vvi po21 n1? av av-j pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, cst vmb vvi p-acp npg1 j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 333
4101 Consider it, To enjoy the Dominion of all the world, may stand with Gods Eternal hatred; Consider it, To enjoy the Dominion of all the world, may stand with God's Eternal hatred; vvb pn31, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp npg1 j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 333
4102 but to have but the least dram of saving grace, cannot stand with Gods Eternal hatred: but to have but the least dram of Saving grace, cannot stand with God's Eternal hatred: cc-acp pc-acp vhi p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f vvg n1, vmbx vvi p-acp npg1 j n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 333
4103 What a difference is there between the having the least dram of grace, and the enjoyment of al the world? what a goodly portion is there here that thou so much rejoycest in? It is certainly, What a difference is there between the having the least dram of grace, and the enjoyment of all the world? what a goodly portion is there Here that thou so much Rejoicest in? It is Certainly, r-crq dt n1 vbz a-acp p-acp dt vhg dt ds n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d dt n1? q-crq dt j n1 vbz a-acp av cst pns21 av av-d vv2 p-acp? pn31 vbz av-j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 333
4104 because thy heart is so straight, that thou thinkest these things to be so big; Because thy heart is so straight, that thou Thinkest these things to be so big; c-acp po21 n1 vbz av av-j, cst pns21 vv2 d n2 pc-acp vbi av j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 333
4105 As in a narrow Vessel, a thing will appear big, but in a mighty wide Vessel, it appears little; As in a narrow Vessel, a thing will appear big, but in a mighty wide Vessel, it appears little; c-acp p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vmb vvi j, cc-acp p-acp dt j j n1, pn31 vvz av-j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4106 So when the Lord by grace shall widen and enlarge thy heart, then all the things of the world will be little to thee; So when the Lord by grace shall widen and enlarge thy heart, then all the things of the world will be little to thee; av c-crq dt n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi cc vvi po21 n1, cs d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno21; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4107 Grace hath the Image of God in it, now what saith God of Himself, in Isa. 40. All the world is but as the drop of the bucket, Grace hath the Image of God in it, now what Says God of Himself, in Isaiah 40. All the world is but as the drop of the bucket, n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31, av q-crq vvz np1 pp-f px31, p-acp np1 crd av-d dt n1 vbz cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4108 and the dust of the ballance; and the dust of the balance; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4109 Now grace hath Gods likeness, and through the Image of God in a gracious heart, the Soul saith thus of the world, Now grace hath God's likeness, and through the Image of God in a gracious heart, the Soul Says thus of the world, av n1 vhz npg1 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vvz av pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4110 as God saith of the world, that all the world is but as the drop of the bucket, as God Says of the world, that all the world is but as the drop of the bucket, c-acp np1 vvz pp-f dt n1, cst d dt n1 vbz cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4111 and the dust of the ballance to me; and the dust of the balance to me; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno11; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4112 When the Lord promised to perswade Japhet to dwell in the tents of Shem; the word that is translated perswade, it signifies to enlarge, that He would enlarge the heart of Japhet; and indeed when God doth convert a soul, the Lord doth enlarge that soul, doth enlarge the heart, When the Lord promised to persuade Japheth to dwell in the tents of Shem; the word that is translated persuade, it signifies to enlarge, that He would enlarge the heart of Japheth; and indeed when God does convert a soul, the Lord does enlarge that soul, does enlarge the heart, c-crq dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; dt n1 cst vbz vvn vvi, pn31 vvz p-acp vvi, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; cc av c-crq np1 vdz vvi dt n1, dt n1 vdz vvi d n1, vdz vvi dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4113 and therefore all the things of the world, are now but little; and Therefore all the things of the world, Are now but little; cc av d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr av p-acp j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4114 Indeed if a man be below here, and looks upon that which is next to him, that hath any bigness in it, it shews somewhat great, Indeed if a man be below Here, and looks upon that which is next to him, that hath any bigness in it, it shows somewhat great, av cs dt n1 vbb a-acp av, cc vvz p-acp d r-crq vbz ord p-acp pno31, cst vhz d n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vvz av j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4115 but if a man were advanced on high, upon the top of a Pinnacle, then that which seemed great, appears but little to him; but if a man were advanced on high, upon the top of a Pinnacle, then that which seemed great, appears but little to him; cc-acp cs dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av cst r-crq vvd j, vvz p-acp j p-acp pno31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4116 so the men of the world, that here lie groveling below, and the curse of the Serpent is upon them, Ʋpon thy belly shalt thou go, and dust shalt thou eat; so the men of the world, that Here lie groveling below, and the curse of the Serpent is upon them, Ʋpon thy belly shalt thou go, and dust shalt thou eat; av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst av vvb vvg a-acp, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32, av po21 n1 vm2 pns21 vvi, cc n1 vm2 pns21 vvi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4117 they think the things of the world great matters; they think the things of the world great matters; pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 j n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4118 but grace lifts up the heart on high to God and Christ, mounts it up to Eternity, but grace lifts up the heart on high to God and christ, mounts it up to Eternity, cc-acp n1 vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp j p-acp np1 cc np1, vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4119 and then they can look upon all these things here below, as mean things; and then they can look upon all these things Here below, as mean things; cc av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d d n2 av a-acp, c-acp j n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4120 and this was the reason that Luther, when he had great gifts sent in to him by many of the great men of Saxony, he began to be afraid, and this was the reason that Luther, when he had great Gifts sent in to him by many of the great men of Saxony, he began to be afraid, cc d vbds dt n1 cst np1, c-crq pns31 vhd j n2 vvn p-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp d pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4121 lest the Lord should reject him, here in this world, and he hath this expression, I did vehemently protest God should not put me off so; lest the Lord should reject him, Here in this world, and he hath this expression, I did vehemently protest God should not put me off so; cs dt n1 vmd vvi pno31, av p-acp d n1, cc pns31 vhz d n1, pns11 vdd av-j vvi np1 vmd xx vvi pno11 a-acp av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4122 that is his word, according to the manner of the man, you know the man, and his language; that is his word, according to the manner of the man, you know the man, and his language; cst vbz po31 n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vvb dt n1, cc po31 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4123 according to the manner of his language thus he speaks, when there came in things of the world, according to the manner of his language thus he speaks, when there Come in things of the world, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av pns31 vvz, c-crq a-acp vvd p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4124 and he began to be tickled with honor, and great men did respect him, Oh (thought he) I shall be somebody now in the world, and he began to be tickled with honour, and great men did respect him, O (Thought he) I shall be somebody now in the world, cc pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc j n2 vdd vvi pno31, uh (vvd pns31) pns11 vmb vbi pi av p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 334
4125 thus corruption began to work, but grace did prevail, and he breaks out with this expression, I did professe God should not put me off so, the Lord shall not put me off so; thus corruption began to work, but grace did prevail, and he breaks out with this expression, I did profess God should not put me off so, the Lord shall not put me off so; av n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vvb vdd vvi, cc pns31 vvz av p-acp d n1, pns11 vdd vvi np1 vmd xx vvi pno11 a-acp av, dt n1 vmb xx vvi pno11 a-acp av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 335
4126 there are other things which I look for, things which are better and higher, these are poor pittances for this soul of mine to be put off withal, there are other things I must have from the Lord, there Are other things which I look for, things which Are better and higher, these Are poor pittances for this soul of mine to be put off withal, there Are other things I must have from the Lord, pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp, n2 r-crq vbr jc cc av-jc, d vbr j n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f png11 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp av, pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 pns11 vmb vhi p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 335
4127 or else I cannot be satisfied. or Else I cannot be satisfied. cc av pns11 vmbx vbi vvn. (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 335
4128 That's the First thing, the poor things of the world, which is the Portion of wicked men. That's the First thing, the poor things of the world, which is the Portion of wicked men. d|vbz dt ord n1, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f j n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 428 Page 335
4129 Secondly, Consider the Tenure by which they hold it. Secondly, Consider the Tenure by which they hold it. ord, vvb dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb pn31. (20) sermon (DIV2) 429 Page 335
4130 All you have in the world, you hold it not by a good Tenure, it is not held in Capite, that is not the tenure you hold it by: All you have in the world, you hold it not by a good Tenure, it is not held in Capite, that is not the tenure you hold it by: d pn22 vhb p-acp dt n1, pn22 vvb pn31 xx p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp fw-la, cst vbz xx dt n1 pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp: (20) sermon (DIV2) 430 Page 335
4131 I confesse this, I think not the men of the world to be Usurpers for what they lawfully get in the world, I do not think they shall answer meerly for their using what they do, meerly for their right to use that they have, I confess this, I think not the men of the world to be Usurpers for what they lawfully get in the world, I do not think they shall answer merely for their using what they do, merely for their right to use that they have, pns11 vvb d, pns11 vvb xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 av-j vvb p-acp dt n1, pns11 vdb xx vvi pns32 vmb vvi av-j p-acp po32 vvg r-crq pns32 vdb, av-j p-acp po32 n-jn pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vhb, (20) sermon (DIV2) 430 Page 335
4132 but they shall answer for their not right-using; but they shall answer for their not right-using; cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 xx j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 430 Page 335
4133 they shall not answer (I say) for their right to use, but for their not right-using; they shall not answer (I say) for their right to use, but for their not right-using; pns32 vmb xx vvi (pns11 vvb) p-acp po32 n-jn pc-acp vvi, cc-acp p-acp po32 xx j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 430 Page 335
4134 they have some right, but what right is it they hold it upon? what tenure? There is a Threefold right: they have Some right, but what right is it they hold it upon? what tenure? There is a Threefold right: pns32 vhb d n-jn, cc-acp q-crq n-jn vbz pn31 pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp? q-crq n1? pc-acp vbz dt j n-jn: (20) sermon (DIV2) 430 Page 335
4135 1. A right from Justice, that we may claim a thing by: One can claim by Justice, such a thing is his due: 1. A right from justice, that we may claim a thing by: One can claim by justice, such a thing is his due: crd dt j-jn p-acp n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp: pi vmb vvi p-acp n1, d dt n1 vbz po31 j-jn: (20) sermon (DIV2) 431 Page 335
4136 That's not your right, you cannot claim any thing. 2. There is a right from Creation, that God gave to man at first Creation: you have lost that too. That's not your right, you cannot claim any thing. 2. There is a right from Creation, that God gave to man At First Creation: you have lost that too. d|vbz xx po22 j-jn, pn22 vmbx vvi d n1. crd pc-acp vbz dt j-jn p-acp n1, cst np1 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp ord n1: pn22 vhb vvn cst av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 431 Page 335
4137 3. There is a right from Promise? God hath now promised all good things to his people; 3. There is a right from Promise? God hath now promised all good things to his people; crd pc-acp vbz dt j-jn p-acp n1? np1 vhz av vvn d j n2 p-acp po31 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 433 Page 335
4138 you have not that right neither: You have neither the right of Justice to claim; nor the right from your Creation; nor the right from Promise: you have not that right neither: You have neither the right of justice to claim; nor the right from your Creation; nor the right from Promise: pn22 vhb xx d j-jn av-dx: pn22 vhb dx dt n-jn pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi; ccx dt n-jn p-acp po22 n1; ccx dt n-jn p-acp n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 433 Page 335
4139 What right then? There is a Fourth right, and that right I confess you have, and that is. What right then? There is a Fourth right, and that right I confess you have, and that is. r-crq av-jn av? pc-acp vbz dt ord n-jn, cc d n-jn pns11 vvb pn22 vhb, cc d vbz. (20) sermon (DIV2) 433 Page 335
4140 4. A right from Donation: God is pleased to give to you, but just thus; 4. A right from Donation: God is pleased to give to you, but just thus; crd dt j-jn p-acp n1: np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, cc-acp av av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 434 Page 335
4141 You hold all your Honors and Estates, that are ungodly men, just thus, Even as a man that is condemned to die, You hold all your Honours and Estates, that Are ungodly men, just thus, Even as a man that is condemned to die, pn22 vvb d po22 n2 cc n2, cst vbr j n2, av av, av c-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, (20) sermon (DIV2) 434 Page 335
4142 and there being a little reprieving for two or three daies before his execution, the Prince out of his indulgence, gives order to have provision made for him according to his Quality, that if he be a Gentleman, he shal have such provision, and there being a little reprieving for two or three days before his execution, the Prince out of his indulgence, gives order to have provision made for him according to his Quality, that if he be a Gentleman, he shall have such provision, cc a-acp vbg dt j vvg p-acp crd cc crd n2 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 av pp-f po31 n1, vvz n1 pc-acp vhi n1 vvn p-acp pno31 vvg p-acp po31 n1, cst cs pns31 vbb dt n1, pns31 vmb vhi d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 434 Page 336
4143 if a Knight, a Nobleman, a Peer of the Realm, he shall have provision according to his Quality, till his Execution; if a Knight, a Nobleman, a Peer of the Realm, he shall have provision according to his Quality, till his Execution; cs dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vhi n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, c-acp po31 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 434 Page 336
4144 now no man can say, this man usurps, though he hath forfeited all his right to his Land and Estate, now no man can say, this man usurps, though he hath forfeited all his right to his Land and Estate, av dx n1 vmb vvi, d n1 vvz, cs pns31 vhz vvn d po31 n-jn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 434 Page 336
4145 yet if the King will give him this refreshment, he is no usurper, but it is a poor right he hath, it's a right from Donation: yet if the King will give him this refreshment, he is no usurper, but it is a poor right he hath, it's a right from Donation: av cs dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 d n1, pns31 vbz dx n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j n-jn pns31 vhz, pn31|vbz dt j-jn p-acp n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 434 Page 336
4146 and thus God gives the ungodly men, in this world they have a right to outward comforts: and thus God gives the ungodly men, in this world they have a right to outward comforts: cc av np1 vvz dt j n2, p-acp d n1 pns32 vhb dt j-jn p-acp j n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 434 Page 336
4147 you have your Portion, but you see how you hold it. That's the Second thing. I have but one or two things more to dispatch of this particular: you have your Portion, but you see how you hold it. That's the Second thing. I have but one or two things more to dispatch of this particular: pn22 vhb po22 n1, cc-acp pn22 vvb c-crq pn22 vvb pn31. d|vbz dt ord n1. pns11 vhb cc-acp crd cc crd n2 av-dc pc-acp vvi pp-f d j: (20) sermon (DIV2) 434 Page 336
4148 and two things further, and I shall wind up all as briefly as I can. (I am told I may take some liberty at such a time as this is, and two things further, and I shall wind up all as briefly as I can. (I am told I may take Some liberty At such a time as this is, cc crd n2 av-jc, cc pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmb. (pns11 vbm vvn pns11 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz, (20) sermon (DIV2) 434 Page 336
4149 and seeing it is only the preaching oportunity we meddle withal; and seeing it is only the preaching opportunity we meddle withal; cc vvg pn31 vbz av-j dt vvg n1 pns12 vvb av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 434 Page 336
4150 give me leave a little the more to transgresse upon your patience, in that I hope it will not be very much) The next thing to be considered, it is, That this Portion here, give me leave a little the more to transgress upon your patience, in that I hope it will not be very much) The next thing to be considered, it is, That this Portion Here, vvb pno11 vvi dt j dt dc pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1, p-acp cst pns11 vvb pn31 vmb xx vbi av av-d) dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pn31 vbz, cst d n1 av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 434 Page 336
4151 as it's poor in regard of the mean things, and the Tenure: So, Thirdly; There is a great deal of Mixture here in this you have. as it's poor in regard of the mean things, and the Tenure: So, Thirdly; There is a great deal of Mixture Here in this you have. c-acp pn31|vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n2, cc dt n1: av, ord; pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp d pn22 vhb. (20) sermon (DIV2) 434 Page 336
4152 1. There is a manifold Mixture of Cumber, of Trouble; and the truth is, All the good things that wicked men enjoy in this world, will scarce bear charges; 1. There is a manifold Mixture of Cumber, of Trouble; and the truth is, All the good things that wicked men enjoy in this world, will scarce bear charges; crd pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvi, pp-f vvb; cc dt n1 vbz, d dt j n2 cst j n2 vvb p-acp d n1, vmb av-j vvi n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 436 Page 336
4153 that is, there is so much trouble they meet withal here in this world with their Portion, that all they have will scarce bear charges: that is, there is so much trouble they meet withal Here in this world with their Portion, that all they have will scarce bear charges: d vbz, pc-acp vbz av av-d vvi pns32 vvb av av p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 n1, cst d pns32 vhb vmb av-j vvi n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 436 Page 336
4154 And if a man goes a Voyage, we use not to count any thing he spends by the way to be part of his Treasury. And if a man Goes a Voyage, we use not to count any thing he spends by the Way to be part of his Treasury. cc cs dt n1 vvz dt n1, pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vvi d n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f po31 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 436 Page 336
4155 Now all we have here in this world, is but Spending-money to bear our Charges, in regard God knows we shall be at a great deal of Charges, Now all we have Here in this world, is but Spending-money to bear our Charges, in regard God knows we shall be At a great deal of Charges, av av-d pns12 vhb av p-acp d n1, vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, p-acp n1 np1 vvz pns12 vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 436 Page 336
4156 and afflictions we shall meet with here. But besides: 2. There is a Mixture of Curse in every Portion of an Ungodly man. and afflictions we shall meet with Here. But beside: 2. There is a Mixture of Curse in every Portion of an Ungodly man. cc n2 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av. p-acp a-acp: crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f dt j n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 436 Page 336
4157 If any of you think you get such a rich Match, you get an Heir that is a very rich Match, If any of you think you get such a rich Match, you get an Heir that is a very rich Match, cs d pp-f pn22 vvb pn22 vvi d dt j n1, pn22 vvb dt n1 cst vbz dt av j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 437 Page 336
4158 and you get her portion, and there you go and fetch away the bags of God that are her portion, and you get her portion, and there you go and fetch away the bags of God that Are her portion, cc pn22 vvb po31 n1, cc a-acp pn22 vvb cc vvi av dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vbr po31 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 437 Page 337
4159 but if it should prove that every bag of Gold you have of your Wives portion had the Plague in it, it were but a poor portion. but if it should prove that every bag of Gold you have of your Wives portion had the Plague in it, it were but a poor portion. cc-acp cs pn31 vmd vvi cst d n1 pp-f n1 pn22 vhb pp-f po22 ng1 n1 vhd dt n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vbdr p-acp dt j n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 437 Page 337
4160 Certainly it is thus with all ungodly ones in the world, that all the while they live, whatsoever they enjoy, Certainly it is thus with all ungodly ones in the world, that all the while they live, whatsoever they enjoy, av-j pn31 vbz av p-acp d j pi2 p-acp dt n1, cst d dt n1 pns32 vvb, r-crq pns32 vvb, (20) sermon (DIV2) 437 Page 337
4161 so long as continuing wicked, they have a Curse of God that goes along with it, so long as Continuing wicked, they have a Curse of God that Goes along with it, av av-j c-acp vvg j, pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz a-acp p-acp pn31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 437 Page 337
4162 and makes way unto Eternal misery for them: and makes Way unto Eternal misery for them: cc vvz n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp pno32: (20) sermon (DIV2) 437 Page 337
4163 As those that are godly have the blessing of God in outward things, that makes way for their Eternal good; As those that Are godly have the blessing of God in outward things, that makes Way for their Eternal good; c-acp d cst vbr j vhi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2, cst vvz n1 p-acp po32 j j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 437 Page 337
4164 So thou hast the Curse of the Lord mingled with all thy outward things that makes way for Eternal evil unto thee. And then, Consider, 3. What portion thou losest; So thou hast the Curse of the Lord mingled with all thy outward things that makes Way for Eternal evil unto thee. And then, Consider, 3. What portion thou losest; av pns21 vh2 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp d po21 j n2 cst vvz n1 p-acp j n-jn p-acp pno21. cc av, vvb, crd q-crq n1 pns21 vv2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 437 Page 337
4165 thou hast gotten one, but thou losest a great deal more: thou hast got one, but thou losest a great deal more: pns21 vh2 vvn pi, cc-acp pns21 vv2 dt j n1 dc: (20) sermon (DIV2) 438 Page 337
4166 If a man had been at the Exchange, and made some bargain about some petty thing, If a man had been At the Exchange, and made Some bargain about Some Petty thing, cs dt n1 vhd vbn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd d n1 p-acp d j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 438 Page 337
4167 and afterwards when he comes home, knows that by not buying such a thing, he hath lost a bargain that would have made him and his posteritie, he hath little cause of rejoycing in that bargain he hath made: and afterwards when he comes home, knows that by not buying such a thing, he hath lost a bargain that would have made him and his posterity, he hath little cause of rejoicing in that bargain he hath made: cc av c-crq pns31 vvz av-an, vvz cst p-acp xx vvg d dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 cst vmd vhi vvn pno31 cc po31 n1, pns31 vhz j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz vvn: (20) sermon (DIV2) 438 Page 337
4168 So though thou hast got a portion that may seem to satisfie thee somwhat, know thou hast lost a portion of infinit worth and value; So though thou hast god a portion that may seem to satisfy thee somewhat, know thou hast lost a portion of infinite worth and valve; av cs pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 cst vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno21 av, vvb pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 438 Page 337
4169 and it's impossible to shew you what this portion is; and it's impossible to show you what this portion is; cc pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi pn22 r-crq d n1 vbz; (20) sermon (DIV2) 438 Page 337
4170 for the Devil could shew Christ all the glory of the world in the twinkling of an eye; for the devil could show christ all the glory of the world in the twinkling of an eye; p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi np1 d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 438 Page 337
4171 but if I should come to shew you the glory of Heaven, I had need have Eternity to shew you what the portion of the Saints is, but if I should come to show you the glory of Heaven, I had need have Eternity to show you what the portion of the Saints is, cc-acp cs pns11 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vhd n1 vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz, (20) sermon (DIV2) 438 Page 337
4172 but though I cannot shew it you all, I will only give you a hint or two, that you may know somewhat, what it is: but though I cannot show it you all, I will only give you a hint or two, that you may know somewhat, what it is: cc-acp cs pns11 vmbx vvi pn31 pn22 d, pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22 dt n1 cc crd, cst pn22 vmb vvi av, r-crq pn31 vbz: (20) sermon (DIV2) 438 Page 337
4173 1. It is such a portion, as is fit for the Spouse of the Lamb, 1. It is such a portion, as is fit for the Spouse of the Lamb, crd pn31 vbz d dt n1, c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 439 Page 337
4174 as is fit for the Spouse of one that is to marry the Son of God, the second Person in Trinity. as is fit for the Spouse of one that is to marry the Son of God, the second Person in Trinity. c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pi cst vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, dt ord n1 p-acp np1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 439 Page 337
4175 2. It is such a portion, which is fit and sutable to an Heir of Life and Glory, 2. It is such a portion, which is fit and suitable to an Heir of Life and Glory, crd pn31 vbz d dt n1, r-crq vbz j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 440 Page 337
4176 an Heir of Heaven and Earth. an Heir of Heaven and Earth. dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 440 Page 337
4177 3. It is such a portion, as God doth give it unto them, to this very end, 3. It is such a portion, as God does give it unto them, to this very end, crd pn31 vbz d dt n1, c-acp np1 vdz vvi pn31 p-acp pno32, p-acp d j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 441 Page 337
4178 As to declare what the infinite Power of God is able to do, to raise a poor creature to the height of happiness; As to declare what the infinite Power of God is able to do, to raise a poor creature to the height of happiness; c-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz j pc-acp vdi, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 441 Page 338
4179 What think you this must be? that (I say) it must therefore be done, that it might declare to Angels, What think you this must be? that (I say) it must Therefore be done, that it might declare to Angels, q-crq vvb pn22 d vmb vbi? d (pns11 vvb) pn31 vmb av vbi vdn, cst pn31 vmd vvi p-acp n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 441 Page 338
4180 and all creatures, what the infinit power of God is able to do, to raise a poor creature to happiness and glory. This must be somewhat. and all creatures, what the infinite power of God is able to do, to raise a poor creature to happiness and glory. This must be somewhat. cc d n2, r-crq dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz j pc-acp vdi, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. d vmb vbi av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 441 Page 338
4181 4. It must be such a one, as in which God must attain unto the great design that he had from all eternity in making the Heaven, and Earth; 4. It must be such a one, as in which God must attain unto the great Design that he had from all eternity in making the Heaven, and Earth; crd pn31 vmb vbi d dt pi, c-acp p-acp r-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 cst pns31 vhd p-acp d n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, cc n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 442 Page 338
4182 the special design that God had in making Heaven and Earth, from all Eternity, it was, to magnifie the Riches of His Grace, to a Company that He had set apart to glory; the special Design that God had in making Heaven and Earth, from all Eternity, it was, to magnify the Riches of His Grace, to a Company that He had Set apart to glory; dt j n1 cst np1 vhd p-acp vvg n1 cc n1, p-acp d n1, pn31 vbds, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhd vvn av p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 442 Page 338
4183 it must be such a portion, and guess you what this must needs be. it must be such a portion, and guess you what this must needs be. pn31 vmb vbi d dt n1, cc vvb pn22 r-crq d vmb av vbi. (20) sermon (DIV2) 442 Page 338
4184 5. It is such a portion, as must require the infinite power of God to support a Creature to be able to bear the weight of that glory: it's such a portion. 5. It is such a portion, as must require the infinite power of God to support a Creature to be able to bear the weight of that glory: it's such a portion. crd pn31 vbz d dt n1, c-acp vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1: pn31|vbz d dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 443 Page 338
4185 And do you but think what kind of portion that must needs be? 6. All this must needs be now to all Eternity. And do you but think what kind of portion that must needs be? 6. All this must needs be now to all Eternity. cc vdb pn22 cc-acp vvb r-crq n1 pp-f n1 cst vmb av vbi? crd av-d d vmb av vbi av p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 443 Page 338
4186 I remember when Esau did but hear Isaac his father tel what a blessing he had given unto Jacob, the Text saith, that Esau fell a weeping. Oh! that God would strike upon the hearts of men that have so little minded any thing, I Remember when Esau did but hear Isaac his father tell what a blessing he had given unto Jacob, the Text Says, that Esau fell a weeping. Oh! that God would strike upon the hearts of men that have so little minded any thing, pns11 vvb c-crq np1 vdd p-acp vvi np1 po31 n1 vvi r-crq dt n1 pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1, dt n1 vvz, cst np1 vvd dt j-vvg. uh cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cst vhb av av-j vvn d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 444 Page 338
4187 but the present things of the world; but the present things of the world; cc-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 444 Page 338
4188 thou hearest but a few words of what the Lord hath reserved to all eternity for his Saints, thou Hearst but a few words of what the Lord hath reserved to all eternity for his Saints, pns21 vv2 p-acp dt d n2 pp-f r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 444 Page 338
4189 and compare but that with what is thy portion, and what is like to be thy portion; and compare but that with what is thy portion, and what is like to be thy portion; cc vvi p-acp d p-acp r-crq vbz po21 n1, cc r-crq vbz av-j pc-acp vbi po21 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 444 Page 338
4190 and thou hast cause to weep; and thou hast cause to weep; cc pns21 vh2 n1 pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 444 Page 338
4191 I, but more cause you will have to weep, if so be you consider the last thing. I, but more cause you will have to weep, if so be you Consider the last thing. pns11, cc-acp dc n1 pn22 vmb vhi pc-acp vvi, cs av vbb pn22 vvb dt ord n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 444 Page 338
4192 Fifthly. What is like to be thy End, thy Portion is in this world; if indeed thou couldst ruffle it out in this world, and enjoy thy hearts desire, Fifthly. What is like to be thy End, thy Portion is in this world; if indeed thou Couldst ruffle it out in this world, and enjoy thy hearts desire, ord. q-crq vbz av-j pc-acp vbi po21 vvb, po21 n1 vbz p-acp d n1; cs av pns21 vmd2 vvi pn31 av p-acp d n1, cc vvb po21 n2 vvb, (20) sermon (DIV2) 445 Page 338
4193 and there an end, it were somewhat: Oh but there is somewhat else remains afterwards: As first, and there an end, it were somewhat: O but there is somewhat Else remains afterwards: As First, cc a-acp dt n1, pn31 vbdr av: uh cc-acp pc-acp vbz av av vvz av: c-acp ord, (20) sermon (DIV2) 445 Page 338
4194 1. Oh the perplexity of Spirit that any worldly man will have, when Death comes, 1. O the perplexity of Spirit that any worldly man will have, when Death comes, crd uh dt n1 pp-f n1 cst d j n1 vmb vhi, c-crq n1 vvz, (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4195 when he shall see an end of all the comforts of this world, now farewell house, when he shall see an end of all the comforts of this world, now farewell house, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f d n1, av uh-n n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4196 and lands, and friends and acquaintance, and all merry meettings, and jovialities, I shall never have comfort more in you. and Lands, and Friends and acquaintance, and all merry meetings, and jovialities, I shall never have Comfort more in you. cc n2, cc n2 cc n1, cc d j n2, cc n2, pns11 vmb av-x vhi n1 av-dc p-acp pn22. (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4197 As it was the speech of Pope Adrian, when he was to die; O thou my soul! my soul! As it was the speech of Pope Adrian, when he was to die; Oh thou my soul! my soul! p-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi; uh pns21 po11 n1! po11 n1! (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4198 whither art thou going? whither art thou going? thou shalt never have more jests, whither art thou going? whither art thou going? thou shalt never have more jests, q-crq vb2r pns21 vvg? q-crq vb2r pns21 vvg? pns21 vm2 av-x vhi dc n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4199 nor be merry, nor be jocund any more; nor be merry, nor be jocund any more; ccx vbb j, ccx vbb j d dc; (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4200 where art thou going? So may a man that hath his portion in this world here, say at his death, Where is this poor soul of mine going? I have lived here thus many yeers, where art thou going? So may a man that hath his portion in this world Here, say At his death, Where is this poor soul of mine going? I have lived Here thus many Years, q-crq vb2r pns21 vvg? av vmb dt n1 cst vhz po31 n1 p-acp d n1 av, vvb p-acp po31 n1, q-crq vbz d j n1 pp-f po11 n-vvg? pns11 vhb vvn av av d n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4201 and I have had many merry meetings, and I have eaten of the fattest, and drunk of the sweetest, and I have had many merry meetings, and I have eaten of the Fattest, and drunk of the Sweetest, cc pns11 vhb vhn d j n2, cc pns11 vhb vvn pp-f dt js, cc vvn pp-f dt js, (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4202 and gone in brave array, but now my day is gone, what shall become of me? what peace have I now when all is gone? I remember Latimer hath such a story in one of his Sermons that he preached before King Edward, he tels a story of a rich man, that when he lay upon his sick bed, there came one to him, and gone in brave array, but now my day is gone, what shall become of me? what peace have I now when all is gone? I Remember Latimer hath such a story in one of his Sermons that he preached before King Edward, he tells a story of a rich man, that when he lay upon his sick Bed, there Come one to him, cc vvn p-acp j n1, cc-acp av po11 n1 vbz vvn, q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno11? q-crq n1 vhb pns11 av c-crq d vbz vvn? pns11 vvb np1 vhz d dt n1 p-acp crd pp-f po31 n2 cst pns31 vvd p-acp n1 np1, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 j n1, a-acp vvd pi p-acp pno31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4203 and tels him that certainly by all reasons they can judg by, That he was like to be a man for another world, a dead man: and tells him that Certainly by all Reasons they can judge by, That he was like to be a man for Another world, a dead man: cc vvz pno31 cst av-j p-acp d n2 pns32 vmb n1 p-acp, cst pns31 vbds j pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1, dt j n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4204 Assoon as ever he hearts but these words, (they are Latimers words, I only repeat them as his words, As soon as ever he hearts but these words, (they Are Latimers words, I only repeat them as his words, av c-acp av pns31 n2 p-acp d n2, (pns32 vbr np1 n2, pns11 av-j vvb pno32 p-acp po31 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4205 and they were before a King, and so they will not be too broad words, nor too rude to speak before you; and they were before a King, and so they will not be too broad words, nor too rude to speak before you; cc pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1, cc av pns32 vmb xx vbi av j n2, ccx av j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22; (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4206 assoon as ever he did but hear this) What must I die? send for a Physitian; As soon as ever he did but hear this) What must I die? send for a physician; av c-acp av pns31 vdd p-acp vvi d) q-crq vmb pns11 vvi? vvb p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4207 wounds, sides, heart, must I die? wounds, sides, heart, must I die? and thus he goes on; wounds, sides, heart, must I die? wounds, sides, heart, must I die? and thus he Goes on; n2, n2, n1, vmb pns11 vvi? n2, n2, n1, vmb pns11 vvi? cc av pns31 vvz a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4208 and there could be nothing got from him, but wounds, sides, heart, must I die? must I die, and there could be nothing god from him, but wounds, sides, heart, must I die? must I die, cc a-acp vmd vbi pix vvn p-acp pno31, cc-acp n2, n2, n1, vmb pns11 vvi? vmb pns11 vvi, (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4209 and go from all these ▪ here was all; and go from all these ▪ Here was all; cc vvi p-acp d d ▪ av vbds d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4210 here is the end of this man, that makes his portion to be in this world. Here is the end of this man, that makes his portion to be in this world. av vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4211 Another rich man that lived not far from the place that I my self lived in heretofore, another rich man that lived not Far from the place that I my self lived in heretofore, j-jn j n1 cst vvd xx av-j p-acp dt n1 cst pns11 po11 n1 vvd p-acp av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4212 when he heard his sickness was deadly, he sends for his bags of money, and hugs them in his arms, Oh! must I leave you? Oh! must I leave you? And another, that when he lay upon his sick bed, cals for his bags, when he herd his sickness was deadly, he sends for his bags of money, and hugs them in his arms, Oh! must I leave you? Oh! must I leave you? And Another, that when he lay upon his sick Bed, calls for his bags, c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 vbds j, pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n2, uh vmb pns11 vvi pn22? uh vmb pns11 vvi pn22? cc j-jn, cst c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 j n1, vvz p-acp po31 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 339
4213 and laies a bag of gold to his heart, and then bids them take it away, it will not do, it will not do. and lays a bag of gold to his heart, and then bids them take it away, it will not do, it will not doe. cc vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc av vvz pno32 vvi pn31 av, pn31 vmb xx vdi, pn31 vmb xx n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 340
4214 Another when he lay upon his sick bed, his friends came to him and said, What lack you? what would you have? would you have any Beer? want you any thing? Oh no, (saith he) I want only one thing, Peace of Conscience; that I would have: another when he lay upon his sick Bed, his Friends Come to him and said, What lack you? what would you have? would you have any Beer? want you any thing? O no, (Says he) I want only one thing, Peace of Conscience; that I would have: n-jn c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 j n1, po31 n2 vvd p-acp pno31 cc vvd, q-crq vvb pn22? q-crq vmd pn22 vhi? vmd pn22 vhi d n1? vvb pn22 d n1? uh uh-dx, (vvz pns31) pns11 vvb av-j crd n1, n1 pp-f n1; cst pns11 vmd vhi: (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 340
4215 it is not beer, nor friends, nor an easie pillow I want, but ease of Conscience. it is not beer, nor Friends, nor an easy pillow I want, but ease of Conscience. pn31 vbz xx n1, ccx n2, ccx dt j n1 pns11 vvb, cc-acp n1 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 340
4216 Oh consider now, whether there be not like to be perplexity in your Spirits? 2. You must be called to an Accompt for all; O Consider now, whither there be not like to be perplexity in your Spirits? 2. You must be called to an Account for all; uh vvb av, cs pc-acp vbb xx j pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp po22 n2? crd pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt vvb p-acp d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 446 Page 340
4217 though (as I told you before) not to accompt for the right to use, but for not right-using; though (as I told you before) not to account for the right to use, but for not right-using; cs (c-acp pns11 vvd pn22 a-acp) xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-jn pc-acp vvi, cc-acp c-acp xx j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 447 Page 340
4218 and do but now think with your selves, If you now have so much as you cannot reckon, and do but now think with your selves, If you now have so much as you cannot reckon, cc vdb cc-acp av vvb p-acp po22 n2, cs pn22 av vhb av av-d c-acp pn22 vmbx vvi, (20) sermon (DIV2) 447 Page 340
4219 how then will you be able to reckon for it, if you cannot now reckon it? now you have so much as you cannot count, how then will you be able to reckon for it, if you cannot now reckon it? now you have so much as you cannot count, c-crq av vmb pn22 vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cs pn22 vmbx av vvi pn31? av pn22 vhb av av-d c-acp pn22 vmbx vvi, (20) sermon (DIV2) 447 Page 340
4220 how will you be able to give an accompt of what you have now, especially when you have had no thoughts of this beforehand? how will you be able to give an account of what you have now, especially when you have had no thoughts of this beforehand? q-crq vmb pn22 vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq pn22 vhb av, av-j c-crq pn22 vhb vhn dx n2 pp-f d av? (20) sermon (DIV2) 447 Page 340
4221 3. There is at last a dreadful portion indeed at the day of Judgment; 3. There is At last a dreadful portion indeed At the day of Judgement; crd pc-acp vbz p-acp ord dt j n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 340
4222 Oh the shame and confusion that will be upon the faces of the men of the world! O the shame and confusion that will be upon the faces of the men of the world! uh dt n1 cc n1 cst vmb vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1! (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 340
4223 especially when they shall see perhaps their poor neighbors have their portion with Christ, in glory: especially when they shall see perhaps their poor neighbours have their portion with christ, in glory: av-j c-crq pns32 vmb vvi av po32 j n2 vhb po32 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 340
4224 perhaps a poor boy, a poor servant in the house advanced to glory, and they stand on the left hand to be cast out; perhaps a poor boy, a poor servant in the house advanced to glory, and they stand on the left hand to be cast out; av dt j n1, dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 340
4225 perhaps some of these poor Hospital boyes shall be admitted to eternal glory, when as some of you that are their great Masters, shall be cast out eternally; perhaps Some of these poor Hospital boys shall be admitted to Eternal glory, when as Some of you that Are their great Masters, shall be cast out eternally; av d pp-f d j n1 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1, c-crq p-acp d pp-f pn22 cst vbr po32 j n2, vmb vbi vvn av av-j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 340
4226 and what an infinit shame and confusion would this be to you? Oh now I see what it is to trust in God, and what an infinite shame and confusion would this be to you? O now I see what it is to trust in God, cc q-crq dt j n1 cc n1 vmd d vbi p-acp pn22? uh av pns11 vvb r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 340
4227 and not to trust in him; and not to trust in him; cc xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 340
4228 these are happy that would trust for the future, but I miserable that dare not trust in him: these Are happy that would trust for the future, but I miserable that Dare not trust in him: d vbr j cst vmd vvi p-acp dt j-jn, cc-acp pns11 j cst vvb xx vvi p-acp pno31: (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 340
4229 and then the conclusion what will it be? in Psalm, 11. 6. The Lord will rain snares and fire and brimstone, and then the conclusion what will it be? in Psalm, 11. 6. The Lord will rain snares and fire and brimstone, cc av dt n1 r-crq vmb pn31 vbi? p-acp n1, crd crd dt n1 vmb vvi n2 cc n1 cc n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 340
4230 and this shall be the portion of their cup; here is the portion of the Ungodly at last: and this shall be the portion of their cup; Here is the portion of the Ungodly At last: cc d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp ord: (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 340
4231 and in Mat, 24. 51. Appoint him his portion with Hypocrites, where there is weeping and gnashing of teeth; and in Mathew, 24. 51. Appoint him his portion with Hypocrites, where there is weeping and gnashing of teeth; cc p-acp n1, crd crd vvb pno31 po31 n1 p-acp n2, c-crq pc-acp vbz vvg cc vvg pp-f n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 340
4232 that is the portion of Hypocrites in the conclusion; that is the portion of Hypocrites in the conclusion; cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 340
4233 Now here thou seest the End of all, what do'st thou think then of thy portion now? Think but of one text and I have done this, in Job, 27. 8. What hope hath an Hypocrite though he hath gained, Now Here thou See the End of all, what dost thou think then of thy portion now? Think but of one text and I have done this, in Job, 27. 8. What hope hath an Hypocrite though he hath gained, av av pns21 vv2 dt vvb pp-f d, q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi av pp-f po21 n1 av? vvb cc-acp pp-f crd n1 cc pns11 vhb vdn d, p-acp np1, crd crd q-crq n1 vhz dt n1 cs pns31 vhz vvn, (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 341
4234 when God takes away his soul? Mark, there were many Hypocrites that aimed to get in the world, when God Takes away his soul? Mark, there were many Hypocrites that aimed to get in the world, c-crq np1 vvz av po31 n1? vvb, pc-acp vbdr d n2 cst vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 341
4235 and cannot get in the world, God crosses them here; and cannot get in the world, God Crosses them Here; cc vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1, np1 vvz pno32 av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 341
4236 well, but suppose thou aimest at gain, and canst get what thou would'st have, thou hast got all thou would'st desire, well, but suppose thou aimest At gain, and Canst get what thou Wouldst have, thou hast god all thou Wouldst desire, av, cc-acp vvb pns21 vv2 p-acp n1, cc vm2 vvi r-crq pns21 vmd2 vhi, pns21 vh2 vvn av-d pns21 vmd2 vvi, (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 341
4237 but what hope hath an Hypocrite though he hath gained, though he hath grown never so rich, but what hope hath an Hypocrite though he hath gained, though he hath grown never so rich, cc-acp q-crq n1 vhz dt n1 cs pns31 vhz vvn, cs pns31 vhz vvn av-x av j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 341
4238 and got all he desires, when God takes away his soul? This time is coming, it will be ere long, and god all he Desires, when God Takes away his soul? This time is coming, it will be ere long, cc vvd d pns31 vvz, c-crq np1 vvz av po31 n1? d n1 vbz vvg, pn31 vmb vbi a-acp j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 341
4239 and it may be ere long the portion of some that are here present; and it may be ere long the portion of Some that Are Here present; cc pn31 vmb vbi a-acp j dt n1 pp-f d cst vbr av j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 341
4240 and perhaps this Text of mine, may then ring in their ears, when they lie upon their sick beds, perhaps within a month or six weeks, and perhaps this Text of mine, may then ring in their ears, when they lie upon their sick Beds, perhaps within a Monn or six weeks, cc av d n1 pp-f png11, vmb av vvi p-acp po32 n2, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po32 j n2, av p-acp dt n1 cc crd n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 341
4241 or a quarter of a yeer, when Gods time shall be, and then this Sermon, Conscience may repeat in your ears; or a quarter of a year, when God's time shall be, and then this Sermon, Conscience may repeat in your ears; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq npg1 n1 vmb vbi, cc av d n1, n1 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 341
4242 I heard such a day, there were a generation of men, that have their portion in this world, I herd such a day, there were a generation of men, that have their portion in this world, pns11 vvd d dt n1, pc-acp vbdr dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 341
4243 and now I am afraid I am one of them, and there is an end of my portion, only I must go to my other portion; that will be very dreadful. and now I am afraid I am one of them, and there is an end of my portion, only I must go to my other portion; that will be very dreadful. cc av pns11 vbm j pns11 vbm pi pp-f pno32, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, av-j pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 j-jn n1; cst vmb vbi av j. (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 341
4244 But I must not make an end, till I shall speak somwhat of the next, I shall leave the Point very bare else; But I must not make an end, till I shall speak somewhat of the next, I shall leave the Point very bore Else; p-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi av pp-f dt ord, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 av vvd av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 341
4245 I, but who have you spoke to all this while? Fifthly, Who is the man that hath his Portion in this world? I, but who have you spoke to all this while? Fifthly, Who is the man that hath his Portion in this world? pns11, cc-acp q-crq vhb pn22 vvn p-acp d d n1? ord, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst vhz po31 n1 p-acp d n1? (20) sermon (DIV2) 448 Page 341
4246 It is a poor portion you have set it out to us, but every one will go away and say, I hope it is not I, I hope it is not I, I hope God hath a better portion for me than this; It is a poor portion you have Set it out to us, but every one will go away and say, I hope it is not I, I hope it is not I, I hope God hath a better portion for me than this; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pn22 vhb vvn pn31 av p-acp pno12, cc-acp d pi vmb vvi av cc vvi, pns11 vvb pn31 vbz xx pns11, pns11 vvb pn31 vbz xx pns11, pns11 vvb np1 vhz dt jc n1 p-acp pno11 cs d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 450 Page 341
4247 therefore give me leave to speak in the Name of God to you, and I'le only speak from God, Therefore give me leave to speak in the Name of God to you, and I'll only speak from God, av vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22, cc pns11|vmb av-j vvi p-acp np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 450 Page 341
4248 and out of His Word to you, to point out the man and woman, that is like to have his portion here, living and dying in such a Condition, I now am speaking of; and out of His Word to you, to point out the man and woman, that is like to have his portion Here, living and dying in such a Condition, I now am speaking of; cc av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cc n1, cst vbz av-j pc-acp vhi po31 n1 av, vvg cc vvg p-acp d dt n1, pns11 av vbm vvg pp-f; (20) sermon (DIV2) 450 Page 341
4249 that man that is in such a condition I shall open to you, in the present condition wherein he is, is certainly the man, that man that is in such a condition I shall open to you, in the present condition wherein he is, is Certainly the man, d n1 cst vbz p-acp d dt n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, p-acp dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vbz, vbz av-j dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 450 Page 341
4250 and the Lord pronounces it this day, that his portion is in this world. Who is he? and the Lord pronounces it this day, that his portion is in this world. Who is he? cc dt n1 vvz pn31 d n1, cst po31 n1 vbz p-acp d n1. q-crq vbz pns31? (20) sermon (DIV2) 450 Page 341
4251 1. That man to whom God gives in this life nothing but what belongs to this life; that is the man apparently: 1. That man to whom God gives in this life nothing but what belongs to this life; that is the man apparently: crd cst n1 p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz p-acp d n1 pix cc-acp q-crq vvz p-acp d n1; d vbz dt n1 av-j: (20) sermon (DIV2) 451 Page 342
4252 If God give thee thy estate, and if He give thee not somewhat besides thy estate, a principle that is a seed of Eternal life in thee here in this world, certainly He never intends good to thee in the world to come; If God give thee thy estate, and if He give thee not somewhat beside thy estate, a principle that is a seed of Eternal life in thee Here in this world, Certainly He never intends good to thee in the world to come; cs np1 vvb pno21 po21 n1, cc cs pns31 vvi pno21 xx av p-acp po21 n1, dt n1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno21 av p-acp d n1, av-j pns31 av-x vvz j p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 451 Page 342
4253 There are many men have a great deal in this world, and they say, they hope God will be merciful to them in the world to come; There Are many men have a great deal in this world, and they say, they hope God will be merciful to them in the world to come; pc-acp vbr d n2 vhb dt j n1 p-acp d n1, cc pns32 vvb, pns32 vvb np1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 451 Page 342
4254 now this is a certain truth, that man to whom God denies Spiritual mercies in this world, God will deny Eternal mercy to him in the world to come; now this is a certain truth, that man to whom God Denies Spiritual Mercies in this world, God will deny Eternal mercy to him in the world to come; av d vbz dt j n1, cst n1 p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz j n2 p-acp d n1, np1 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 451 Page 342
4255 this therefore should be thy care, Doth God encrease my estate in this world? Oh that the Lord would give a proportionable measure of grace too, else it is nothing; this Therefore should be thy care, Does God increase my estate in this world? O that the Lord would give a proportionable measure of grace too, Else it is nothing; d av vmd vbi po21 n1, vdz np1 vvi po11 n1 p-acp d n1? uh cst dt n1 vmd vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 av, av pn31 vbz pix; (20) sermon (DIV2) 451 Page 342
4256 Lord thou givest me here a great estate, if thou givest not to me grace with it, a proportionable measure of grace to use it to thy glory, I had better have been without this; Lord thou givest me Here a great estate, if thou givest not to me grace with it, a proportionable measure of grace to use it to thy glory, I had better have been without this; n1 pns21 vv2 pno11 av dt j n1, cs pns21 vv2 xx p-acp pno11 vvi p-acp pn31, dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po21 n1, pns11 vhd av-jc vhb vbn p-acp d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 451 Page 342
4257 Is this thy care? I put it to thy conscience; Is this thy care? I put it to thy conscience; vbz d po21 n1? pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp po21 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 451 Page 342
4258 As thy estate encreases, art thou solicitious at the Throne of grace, that the Lord would give thee a proportionable measure of grace, to mannage thy estate for His glory; As thy estate increases, art thou solicitous At the Throne of grace, that the Lord would give thee a proportionable measure of grace, to manage thy estate for His glory; p-acp po21 n1 vvz, vb2r pns21 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 vmd vvi pno21 dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp po31 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 451 Page 342
4259 then peace be to thee, thou art not the man. And then further, you may examin it. then peace be to thee, thou art not the man. And then further, you may examine it. av n1 vbb p-acp pno21, pns21 vb2r xx dt n1. cc av av-jc, pn22 vmb vvi pn31. (20) sermon (DIV2) 451 Page 342
4260 2. By the working of your hearts about your present Portions. As first. 2. By the working of your hearts about your present Portions. As First. crd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po22 n2 p-acp po22 j n2. p-acp ord. (20) sermon (DIV2) 452 Page 342
4261 1. Whether you enjoy what you have for it self, and whether your hearts be terminated in what you do enjoy: 1. Whither you enjoy what you have for it self, and whither your hearts be terminated in what you do enjoy: crd cs pn22 vvb r-crq pn22 vhb p-acp pn31 n1, cc cs po22 n2 vbb vvn p-acp r-crq pn22 vdb vvi: (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 342
4262 One that is godly, and hath his Portion beyond these things, he enjoyes the Creature; I but it is God in it he enjoyes: One that is godly, and hath his Portion beyond these things, he enjoys the Creature; I but it is God in it he enjoys: pi cst vbz j, cc vhz po31 n1 p-acp d n2, pns31 vvz dt n1; pns11 p-acp pn31 vbz np1 p-acp pn31 pns31 vvz: (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 342
4263 It is sweet to me, that I can see and tast the love of God in it: It is sweet to me, that I can see and taste the love of God in it: pn31 vbz j p-acp pno11, cst pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31: (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 342
4264 I but a carnal heart enjoys the creatures, and runs away, and is terminated there, looks at the Creature, but at little in God; I but a carnal heart enjoys the creatures, and runs away, and is terminated there, looks At the Creature, but At little in God; pns11 p-acp dt j n1 vvz dt n2, cc vvz av, cc vbz vvn a-acp, vvz p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp j p-acp np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 342
4265 as divers of your Hospital Children, here, look more at the Men that were their friends, to bring them into the Hospital, as diverse of your Hospital Children, Here, look more At the Men that were their Friends, to bring them into the Hospital, c-acp j pp-f po22 n1 n2, av, vvb av-dc p-acp dt n2 cst vbdr po32 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 342
4266 when they were Fatherless and Motherless, and Sisterless, than they look at the Founders of the Hospital, they little think of them, to thank God for them, when they were Fatherless and Motherless, and Sisterless, than they look At the Founders of the Hospital, they little think of them, to thank God for them, c-crq pns32 vbdr j cc j, cc j, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns32 av-j vvb pp-f pno32, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno32, (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4267 but if they meet with him, that was the next cause to bring them in, they will thank him for his kindness. but if they meet with him, that was the next cause to bring them in, they will thank him for his kindness. cc-acp cs pns32 vvb p-acp pno31, cst vbds dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp, pns32 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4268 So it is with men, they look at that Creature that was the first means of bringing them in; So it is with men, they look At that Creature that was the First means of bringing them in; av pn31 vbz p-acp n2, pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 cst vbds dt ord n2 pp-f vvg pno32 p-acp; (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4269 but a godly heart looks at the root of all: but a godly heart looks At the root of all: cc-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d: (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4270 I remember it is said of one that came into the Treasuries of Venice, he saw tables of Gold, I Remember it is said of one that Come into the Treasuries of Venice, he saw tables of Gold, pns11 vvb pn31 vbz vvn pp-f pi cst vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd n2 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4271 and Silver there, and he points down and looks at the bottom of the table, and Silver there, and he points down and looks At the bottom of the table, cc n1 a-acp, cc pns31 vvz a-acp cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4272 and one asked him, Why is your eye so at the bottom? Oh saith he, I am looking at the root of all this. and one asked him, Why is your eye so At the bottom? O Says he, I am looking At the root of all this. cc pi vvd pno31, q-crq vbz po22 n1 av p-acp dt n1? uh vvz pns31, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d. (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4273 Oh! alas, it is a small matter for a man that hath a great Trade to have a great Portion: Oh! alas, it is a small matter for a man that hath a great Trade to have a great Portion: uh uh, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vhz dt j n1 pc-acp vhi dt j n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4274 So many men, look not so much at the Root; So many men, look not so much At the Root; av d n2, vvb xx av av-d p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4275 whereas a godly man, though he hath but a little, yet he looks at the Root, at the love of God, whereas a godly man, though he hath but a little, yet he looks At the Root, At the love of God, cs dt j n1, cs pns31 vhz p-acp dt j, av pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4276 and the Covenant of grace, that is the Root of all; and this is the thing that satisfies his heart: and the Covenant of grace, that is the Root of all; and this is the thing that Satisfies his heart: cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f d; cc d vbz dt n1 cst vvz po31 n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4277 When a man takes a portion of physick, he puts it into the Posset-ale, the Posset-ale is not the thing that makes the Physick work, When a man Takes a portion of physic, he puts it into the Posset-ale, the Posset-ale is not the thing that makes the Physic work, c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbz xx dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4278 though it is that that is the greater part, but it is the Physick in it. though it is that that is the greater part, but it is the Physic in it. cs pn31 vbz d cst vbz dt jc n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4279 So it is the goodness of God that satisfies a gracious heart, and not the Creature that is operative so much upon a gracious heart: So it is the Goodness of God that Satisfies a gracious heart, and not the Creature that is operative so much upon a gracious heart: av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz dt j n1, cc xx dt n1 cst vbz j-jn av av-d p-acp dt j n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4280 and then you may examine how your hearts are set upon these things of the world. and then you may examine how your hearts Are Set upon these things of the world. cc cs pn22 vmb vvi c-crq po22 n2 vbr vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 453 Page 343
4281 2. Whether your hearts go out with full strength to them; 2. Whither your hearts go out with full strength to them; crd cs po22 n2 vvb av p-acp j n1 p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 454 Page 343
4282 If you make your bellies to be your god, then your end will be destruction (as the Apostle speaks:) That man that hath his heart swallowed up in the earth like Corah, Dathan, and Abiram, that were swallowed up in the earth, If you make your bellies to be your god, then your end will be destruction (as the Apostle speaks:) That man that hath his heart swallowed up in the earth like Corah, Dathan, and Abiram, that were swallowed up in the earth, cs pn22 vvb po22 n2 pc-acp vbi po22 n1, cs po22 n1 vmb vbi n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz:) cst n1 cst vhz po31 n1 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 av-j np1, np1, cc np1, cst vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 454 Page 343
4283 if the things of the earth be a gulf to swallow thy heart up, there is another gulf to swallow thee up hereafter. if the things of the earth be a gulf to swallow thy heart up, there is Another gulf to swallow thee up hereafter. cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbb dt n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 a-acp, pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 a-acp av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 454 Page 343
4284 3. How do the loss of the things of the world take thy heart? Dost not thou count thy self an undone man, 3. How do the loss of the things of the world take thy heart? Dost not thou count thy self an undone man, crd q-crq vdb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb po21 n1? vd2 xx pns21 vvi po21 n1 dt vvn n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 455 Page 343
4285 when thou hast lost some comforts? Dost not thou come home to thy wife and children, when thou hast lost Some comforts? Dost not thou come home to thy wife and children, c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn d n2? vd2 xx pns21 vvi av-an p-acp po21 n1 cc n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 455 Page 343
4286 and say, I am an undone man: Why? what's the matter? I have lost some part of my estate: O carnal heart! and say, I am an undone man: Why? what's the matter? I have lost Some part of my estate: Oh carnal heart! cc vvi, pns11 vbm dt vvn n1: q-crq? q-crq|vbz dt n1? pns11 vhb vvn d n1 pp-f po11 n1: uh j n1! (20) sermon (DIV2) 455 Page 344
4287 one that is gracious may have some crosses, but no losses at all, because he enjoyes all in God, he hath God to make up all his losses: one that is gracious may have Some Crosses, but no losses At all, Because he enjoys all in God, he hath God to make up all his losses: pi cst vbz j vmb vhi d n2, cc-acp dx n2 p-acp d, c-acp pns31 vvz d p-acp np1, pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp d po31 n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 455 Page 344
4288 And the truth is, if thou wert truly godly, whatsoever afflictions thou meetest withal; (as we say a man may put all in his eye) so you may (if you be godly) put all your crosses in your eyes, you are so far from being undone. And further examin, And the truth is, if thou Wertenberg truly godly, whatsoever afflictions thou meetest withal; (as we say a man may put all in his eye) so you may (if you be godly) put all your Crosses in your eyes, you Are so Far from being undone. And further examine, cc dt n1 vbz, cs pns21 vbd2r av-j j, r-crq n2 pns21 vv2 av; (c-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 vmb vvi d p-acp po31 n1) av pn22 vmb (cs pn22 vbb j) vvd d po22 n2 p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vbr av av-j p-acp vbg vvn. cc av-jc vvi, (20) sermon (DIV2) 455 Page 344
4289 4. Whether these things of the world, be not the only sutable things to your hearts; 4. Whither these things of the world, be not the only suitable things to your hearts; crd cs d n2 pp-f dt n1, vbb xx dt j j n2 p-acp po22 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 456 Page 344
4290 whether you bless not your selves in these, as in your happiness: whither you bless not your selves in these, as in your happiness: cs pn22 vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp d, c-acp p-acp po22 n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 456 Page 344
4291 The Ivie will clasp about a rotten tree, and cannot be taken off it without tearing: The Ivy will clasp about a rotten tree, and cannot be taken off it without tearing: dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc vmbx vbi vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp vvg: (20) sermon (DIV2) 456 Page 344
4292 And so the heart of a worldling will clasp about these rotten-comforts as the only agreeable thing; And so the heart of a worldling will clasp about these rotten-comforts as the only agreeable thing; cc av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp dt j j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 456 Page 344
4293 You may hear them sometimes tell with joy, That we were in such a place, and we were so merry, and had the bravest meeting: You may hear them sometime tell with joy, That we were in such a place, and we were so merry, and had the Bravest meeting: pn22 vmb vvi pno32 av vvi p-acp n1, cst pns12 vbdr p-acp d dt n1, cc pns12 vbdr av j, cc vhd dt js n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 456 Page 344
4294 And what was there? Why there was singing, and roaring, and blaspheming of the Name of God, And what was there? Why there was singing, and roaring, and blaspheming of the Name of God, cc r-crq vbds a-acp? q-crq pc-acp vbds vvg, cc j-vvg, cc vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 456 Page 344
4295 and yet it was the bravest meeting that could be. and yet it was the Bravest meeting that could be. cc av pn31 vbds dt js n1 cst vmd vbi. (20) sermon (DIV2) 456 Page 344
4296 When did you ever come from an Ordinance of God, and say, Oh! it was a brave day to me, the Lord hath spoken to my heart this day: When did you ever come from an Ordinance of God, and say, Oh! it was a brave day to me, the Lord hath spoken to my heart this day: q-crq vdd pn22 av vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi, uh pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp pno11, dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp po11 n1 d n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 456 Page 344
4297 Did you never go from the Word with as merry a heart, and can rejoyce for it amongst your friends, Did you never go from the Word with as merry a heart, and can rejoice for it among your Friends, vdd pn22 av-x vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp a-acp j dt n1, cc vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp po22 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 456 Page 344
4298 as you did from a merry meeting? You may fear you are the man, that have your portion here. as you did from a merry meeting? You may Fear you Are the man, that have your portion Here. c-acp pn22 vdd p-acp dt j n1? pn22 vmb vvi pn22 vbr dt n1, cst vhb po22 n1 av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 456 Page 344
4299 And then this is more cleer, for every one to examin his heart in, and if I were to give but any one Evidence, And then this is more clear, for every one to examine his heart in, and if I were to give but any one Evidence, cc av d vbz av-dc j, c-acp d pi pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp, cc cs pns11 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp d crd n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 456 Page 344
4300 whether a man hath Grace or no, I would give this assoon as any one; A man that hath got some estate in the world, I put this to him: whither a man hath Grace or no, I would give this As soon as any one; A man that hath god Some estate in the world, I put this to him: cs dt n1 vhz n1 cc uh-dx, pns11 vmd vvi d av c-acp d pi; dt n1 cst vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb d p-acp pno31: (20) sermon (DIV2) 456 Page 344
4301 5. What dost thou account to be the chiefest good of thy estate, more than thou hadst before, 5. What dost thou account to be the chiefest good of thy estate, more than thou Hadst before, crd q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi pc-acp vbi dt js-jn j pp-f po21 n1, av-dc cs pns21 vhd2 a-acp, (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 344
4302 or more than another man hath? A man that hath got an estate more than he had, or more than his brother: or more than Another man hath? A man that hath god an estate more than he had, or more than his brother: cc av-dc cs j-jn n1 vhz? dt n1 cst vhz vvn dt n1 av-dc cs pns31 vhd, cc av-dc cs po31 n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 344
4303 there are many good things in his estate, that he will think good; there Are many good things in his estate, that he will think good; a-acp vbr d j n2 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4304 Now I may live in better fashion than I could before, now I may have more freedom than I had before, Now I may live in better fashion than I could before, now I may have more freedom than I had before, av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp jc n1 cs pns11 vmd a-acp, av pns11 vmb vhi dc n1 cs pns11 vhd a-acp, (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4305 now I may have more credit in the world than I had before, now I may have my own mind, now I may have more credit in the world than I had before, now I may have my own mind, av pns11 vmb vhi dc n1 p-acp dt n1 cs pns11 vhd a-acp, av pns11 vmb vhi po11 d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4306 and satisfie my own lusts more than I had before, or than another man can do; and satisfy my own Lustiest more than I had before, or than Another man can do; cc vvi po11 d n2 av-dc cs pns11 vhd a-acp, cc cs j-jn n1 vmb vdi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4307 Is not this the thing thou most rejoycest in? yea, is not this a truth, that some of your hearts, Is not this the thing thou most Rejoicest in? yea, is not this a truth, that Some of your hearts, vbz xx d dt n1 pns21 av-js vv2 p-acp? uh, vbz xx d dt n1, cst d pp-f po22 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4308 if they were ripped up, this would be the language of them; if they were ripped up, this would be the language of them; cs pns32 vbdr vvn a-acp, d vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4309 that you must rejoyce in your estates, because by them you have fuel for your lusts? A poor man hath not so much fuel for his uncleanness as you have, that you must rejoice in your estates, Because by them you have fuel for your Lustiest? A poor man hath not so much fuel for his uncleanness as you have, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2, c-acp p-acp pno32 pn22 vhb n1 p-acp po22 n2? dt j n1 vhz xx av av-d n1 p-acp po31 n1 c-acp pn22 vhb, (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4310 nor so much fuel for his lust of pride and malice as you have; nor so much fuel for his lust of pride and malice as you have; ccx av d n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-acp pn22 vhb; (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4311 and many rich men account the blessing, the good, and happiness of their estates to consist in this very thing; and many rich men account the blessing, the good, and happiness of their estates to consist in this very thing; cc d j n2 vvb dt n1, dt j, cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4312 that now they may have a larger scope for their lusts, than ever they could before; that now they may have a larger scope for their Lustiest, than ever they could before; cst av pns32 vmb vhi dt jc n1 p-acp po32 n2, cs av pns32 vmd a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4313 alas a poor man cannot go abroad and drink as you can do, a poor man cannot lay out so much money on a Whore, alas a poor man cannot go abroad and drink as you can do, a poor man cannot lay out so much money on a Whore, uh dt j n1 vmbx vvi av cc vvi c-acp pn22 vmb vdi, dt j n1 vmbx vvi av av d n1 p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4314 an Unclean wretch, as you can do, and you rejoyce in this: an Unclean wretch, as you can do, and you rejoice in this: dt j-u n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vdi, cc pn22 vvb p-acp d: (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4315 and if this man have not his portion here, what man hath? the Lord strike such a mans heart. and if this man have not his portion Here, what man hath? the Lord strike such a men heart. cc cs d n1 vhb xx po31 n1 av, q-crq n1 vhz? dt n1 vvb d dt ng1 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4316 But on the other side, A gracious heart when God blesses him in this world, But on the other side, A gracious heart when God Blesses him in this world, p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt j n1 c-crq np1 vvz pno31 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4317 though there be but a little grace, it wil work thus, The Lord hath raised my condition above my brother, though there be but a little grace, it will work thus, The Lord hath raised my condition above my brother, cs pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vmb vvi av, dt n1 vhz vvn po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4318 & therein the Lord gives me a larger opportunity to do him service, than my brother hath or than I had before; & therein the Lord gives me a larger opportunity to do him service, than my brother hath or than I had before; cc av dt n1 vvz pno11 dt jc n1 pc-acp vdi pno31 n1, cs po11 n1 vhz cc cs pns11 vhd a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4319 there is such a poor man, he is an honest man, but God knows he can do but little in the place where he is, he hath but little means: there is such a poor man, he is an honest man, but God knows he can do but little in the place where he is, he hath but little means: pc-acp vbz d dt j n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc-acp np1 vvz pns31 vmb vdi p-acp j p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz, pns31 vhz p-acp j n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4320 but God hath given me means, and this means enlarges my opportunity to do God service, but God hath given me means, and this means enlarges my opportunity to do God service, cc-acp np1 vhz vvn pno11 n2, cc d n2 vvz po11 n1 pc-acp vdi np1 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4321 and for this my soul blesseth God; I count my estate happier in this, because I now may be of more use, and for this my soul Blesses God; I count my estate Happier in this, Because I now may be of more use, cc p-acp d po11 n1 vvz np1; pns11 vvb po11 n1 jc p-acp d, c-acp pns11 av vmb vbi pp-f dc n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4322 and do God more service than otherwise I could do; and do God more service than otherwise I could do; cc vdb n1 dc n1 cs av pns11 vmd vdi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4323 Have you such workings in heart, you rich men? if you have not never be at quiet til you get your hearts working in this manner; Have you such workings in heart, you rich men? if you have not never be At quiet till you get your hearts working in this manner; vhb pn22 d n2 p-acp n1, pn22 j n2? cs pn22 vhb xx av vbi p-acp j-jn c-acp pn22 vvb po22 n2 vvg p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 345
4324 this will be a blessed testimony that God gives you a portion here, and intends another portion for you in the world hereafter. this will be a blessed testimony that God gives you a portion Here, and intends Another portion for you in the world hereafter. d vmb vbi dt j-vvn n1 cst np1 vvz pn22 dt n1 av, cc vvz j-jn n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 457 Page 346
4325 6. What is that thing that you strive to make most sure? That which a man strives to make most sure, that he counts his happiness to consist in; 6. What is that thing that you strive to make most sure? That which a man strives to make most sure, that he counts his happiness to consist in; crd q-crq vbz d n1 cst pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi ds j? d r-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi ds j, cst pns31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (20) sermon (DIV2) 458 Page 346
4326 Oh for thy Land, and Debts, thou strivest with all thy might to make that sure, O for thy Land, and Debts, thou Strivest with all thy might to make that sure, uh p-acp po21 n1, cc n2, pns21 vv2 p-acp d po21 n1 pc-acp vvi d j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 458 Page 346
4327 but as for the matter of thy Salvation, and peace in Christ, thou hast a good hope in God for, but as for the matter of thy Salvation, and peace in christ, thou hast a good hope in God for, cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc n1 p-acp np1, pns21 vh2 dt j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp, (20) sermon (DIV2) 458 Page 346
4328 but takest no pains to make it sure. but Takest no pains to make it sure. cc-acp vv2 dx n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j. (20) sermon (DIV2) 458 Page 346
4329 7. What dost thou admire most men for? O! such a man is happy, he hath so much coming in, 7. What dost thou admire most men for? OH! such a man is happy, he hath so much coming in, crd q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi ds n2 p-acp? uh d dt n1 vbz j, pns31 vhz av av-d vvg p-acp, (20) sermon (DIV2) 459 Page 346
4330 and hath so much a yeer: and hath so much a year: cc vhz av av-d dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 459 Page 346
4331 But dost thou call the vile man happy? it is a sign that thou hast not thine eye enlightened by the Spirit of God; But dost thou call the vile man happy? it is a Signen that thou hast not thine eye enlightened by the Spirit of God; cc-acp vd2 pns21 vvi dt j n1 j? pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns21 vh2 xx po21 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 459 Page 346
4332 but now, Canst thou look upon even those that are poor, and mean in this world, that have the least portion here, but now, Canst thou look upon even those that Are poor, and mean in this world, that have the least portion Here, cc-acp av, vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp av d cst vbr j, cc vvb p-acp d n1, cst vhb dt ds n1 av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 459 Page 346
4333 yet as most happy Creatures, because the Lord gives them the Grace of His Spirit; yet as most happy Creatures, Because the Lord gives them the Grace of His Spirit; av p-acp ds j n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno32 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 459 Page 346
4334 and think, well, 'tis true, I have a greater estate than such a poor man that is my neighbor, and think, well, it's true, I have a greater estate than such a poor man that is my neighbour, cc vvb, av, pn31|vbz j, pns11 vhb dt jc n1 cs d dt j n1 cst vbz po11 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 459 Page 346
4335 or than such a poor man, but God knows he doth God more service than I do, he prayes more, or than such a poor man, but God knows he does God more service than I do, he prays more, cc cs d dt j n1, cc-acp np1 vvz pns31 vdz np1 dc n1 cs pns11 vdb, pns31 vvz av-dc, (20) sermon (DIV2) 459 Page 346
4336 and more heartily in one day than I do in a whol yeer: Oh! the Lord hath other manner of prayers, and sighs come from his poor Cottage, and more heartily in one day than I do in a Whole year: Oh! the Lord hath other manner of Prayers, and sighs come from his poor Cottage, cc av-dc av-j p-acp crd n1 cs pns11 vdb p-acp dt j-jn n1: uh dt n1 vhz j-jn n1 pp-f n2, cc n2 vvb p-acp po31 j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 459 Page 346
4337 than ever he had from my brave Pallace; I have my City-house, and Country-house, but they were never so perfum'd with prayers; than ever he had from my brave Palace; I have my Cityhouse, and Country-house, but they were never so perfumed with Prayers; cs av pns31 vhd p-acp po11 j n1; pns11 vhb po11 n1, cc n1, cc-acp pns32 vbdr av-x av vvn p-acp n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 459 Page 346
4338 Some that live in poor Cellers, send up more prayers, and God hath more honor from them, than He hath from me; some that live in poor Cellars, send up more Prayers, and God hath more honour from them, than He hath from me; d cst vvb p-acp j n2, vvb a-acp dc n2, cc np1 vhz dc n1 p-acp pno32, cs pns31 vhz p-acp pno11; (20) sermon (DIV2) 459 Page 346
4339 in my family (perhaps) there is cursing, and blaspheming of God; in such poor Cottages there is (perhaps) blessing, and praising of God. in my family (perhaps) there is cursing, and blaspheming of God; in such poor Cottages there is (perhaps) blessing, and praising of God. p-acp po11 n1 (av) pc-acp vbz vvg, cc vvg pp-f np1; p-acp d j n2 pc-acp vbz (av) n1, cc vvg pp-f np1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 459 Page 346
4340 Now see if thou lookest upon them as the most happy people in the world. Now see if thou Lookest upon them as the most happy people in the world. av vvb cs pns21 vv2 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 459 Page 346
4341 8. What, art thou careful to lay up for thy Children? That is like to be thy portion; 8. What, art thou careful to lay up for thy Children? That is like to be thy portion; crd q-crq, vb2r pns21 j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po21 n2? cst vbz av-j pc-acp vbi po21 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 460 Page 346
4342 If the things of the world take up thy care for thy children most, that is an argument, thou thinkest thy Children have a good portion, If the things of the world take up thy care for thy children most, that is an argument, thou Thinkest thy Children have a good portion, cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb a-acp po21 n1 p-acp po21 n2 av-ds, cst vbz dt n1, pns21 vv2 po21 n2 vhb dt j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 460 Page 347
4343 if thou canst leave them so many thousands, it is like it is thy portion too, if thou countest it theirs. And then further, if thou Canst leave them so many thousands, it is like it is thy portion too, if thou countest it theirs. And then further, cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno32 av d crd, pn31 vbz av-j pn31 vbz po21 n1 av, cs pns21 vv2 pn31 png32. cc av av-jc, (20) sermon (DIV2) 460 Page 347
4344 9. Examin thy services what they are: 9. Examine thy services what they Are: crd vvb po21 n2 r-crq pns32 vbr: (20) sermon (DIV2) 461 Page 347
4345 1. Dost thou put off God with slight services? Then know thy portion is like to be of Gods slight mercies. 1. Dost thou put off God with slight services? Then know thy portion is like to be of God's slight Mercies. crd vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp j n2? av vvb po21 n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi pp-f n2 j n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 462 Page 347
4346 2. Art thou hypocritical in thy service? Dost thou aim at the praise of men in outward duties? That is a sign thou hast thy reward here. 2. Art thou hypocritical in thy service? Dost thou aim At the praise of men in outward duties? That is a Signen thou hast thy reward Here. crd vb2r pns21 j p-acp po21 n1? vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp j n2? cst vbz dt n1 pns21 vh2 po21 n1 av. (20) sermon (DIV2) 463 Page 347
4347 3. And are thy services forc'd, that thou art compel'd? Is it meerly conscience compels thee, 3. And Are thy services forced, that thou art compelled? Is it merely conscience compels thee, crd cc vbr po21 n2 vvn, cst pns21 vb2r vvn? vbz pn31 av-j n1 vvz pno21, (20) sermon (DIV2) 464 Page 347
4348 and not an inward agreeableness between the frame of thy heart, and holy things? Then it's like a servants portion is thine, and not a childs portion. and not an inward agreeableness between the frame of thy heart, and holy things? Then it's like a Servants portion is thine, and not a child's portion. cc xx dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc j n2? av pn31|vbz av-j dt ng1 n1 vbz png21, cc xx dt ng1 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 464 Page 347
4349 10. Further, Hast thou heretofore been a forward Professor in Religion, and hast thou forsaken the waies of God? I'le give you a dreadful Scripture for this, In Jer. 17. 13. All you that forsake the Lord, shall come to be ashamed, 10. Further, Hast thou heretofore been a forward Professor in Religion, and hast thou forsaken the ways of God? I'll give you a dreadful Scripture for this, In Jer. 17. 13. All you that forsake the Lord, shall come to be ashamed, crd av-jc, vh2 pns21 av vbi dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc vh2 pns21 vvn dt n2 pp-f np1? pns11|vmb vvb pn22 dt j n1 p-acp d, p-acp np1 crd crd av-d pn22 cst vvb dt n1, vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 465 Page 347
4350 and they that depart from him, shall be written in the earth. All that depart from God shall be written in the earth. and they that depart from him, shall be written in the earth. All that depart from God shall be written in the earth. cc pns32 cst vvb p-acp pno31, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. d cst vvb p-acp np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 465 Page 347
4351 If thou hast been forward heretofore, and now thou comest to be more ancient, thou art dead, If thou hast been forward heretofore, and now thou Comest to be more ancient, thou art dead, cs pns21 vh2 vbn av-j av, cc av pns21 vv2 pc-acp vbi av-dc j, pns21 vb2r j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 465 Page 347
4352 and dull, and careless, here is a Text for thee, go home and tremble lest thou be a man, whose name is written in the earth. and dull, and careless, Here is a Text for thee, go home and tremble lest thou be a man, whose name is written in the earth. cc j, cc j, av vbz dt n1 p-acp pno21, vvb av-an cc vvb cs pns21 vbb dt n1, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 465 Page 347
4353 11. Doth not God for the present Curse thy portion? thou findest the more thou hast, the worse thou growest; 11. Does not God for the present Curse thy portion? thou Findest the more thou hast, the Worse thou Growest; crd vdz xx np1 p-acp dt n1 vvb po21 n1? pns21 vv2 dt av-dc pns21 vh2, dt av-jc pns21 vv2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 466 Page 347
4354 As if a man should eat meat at ones table, and assoon as he hath eaten it, begin to swell, he will conclude certainly the meat was poysoned: As if a man should eat meat At ones table, and As soon as he hath eaten it, begin to swell, he will conclude Certainly the meat was poisoned: p-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp pi2 n1, cc av c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31, vvb pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmb vvi av-j dt n1 vbds vvn: (20) sermon (DIV2) 466 Page 347
4355 So when thy estate rises, thy heart riseth with pride, surely it was poysoned with the curse of God that was in it. So when thy estate rises, thy heart Riseth with pride, surely it was poisoned with the curse of God that was in it. av c-crq po21 n1 vvz, po21 n1 vvz p-acp n1, av-j pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbds p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV2) 466 Page 347
4356 12. Examin thy heart by this, whether hath God convinced thee, of that which stops the great Current of His mercy, I spake of even now; 12. Examine thy heart by this, whither hath God convinced thee, of that which stops the great Current of His mercy, I spoke of even now; crd vvb po21 n1 p-acp d, cs vhz np1 vvd pno21, pp-f d r-crq vvz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns11 vvd pp-f av av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 467 Page 347
4357 that soul that hath its portion in this world, looks no further but to Gods general bounty, that soul that hath its portion in this world, looks no further but to God's general bounty, d n1 cst vhz po31 n1 p-acp d n1, vvz av-dx av-jc cc-acp p-acp npg1 j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 467 Page 348
4358 and looks not to what stops the great Current of Gods grace, he is not brought to be sensible of his need of Christ, and looks not to what stops the great Current of God's grace, he is not brought to be sensible of his need of christ, cc vvz xx p-acp r-crq vvz dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pns31 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vbi j pp-f po31 n1 pp-f np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 467 Page 348
4359 and of his satisfaction unto Divine Justice; and of his satisfaction unto Divine justice; cc pp-f po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 467 Page 348
4360 but now the heart of God intends Eternal good too, such a heart the Lord causes to understand that there is such an infinite breach between God and it, but now the heart of God intends Eternal good too, such a heart the Lord Causes to understand that there is such an infinite breach between God and it, cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz j j av, d dt n1 dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbz d dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc pn31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 467 Page 348
4361 as cannot be made up, but only by the Meditation of the Son of God; as cannot be made up, but only by the Meditation of the Son of God; c-acp vmbx vbi vvn a-acp, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 467 Page 348
4362 and therefore Lord, it is not in any righteousness of mine, nor in any thing of any creature in Heaven and Earth can do it, that I expect to have my portion from, and Therefore Lord, it is not in any righteousness of mine, nor in any thing of any creature in Heaven and Earth can do it, that I expect to have my portion from, cc av n1, pn31 vbz xx p-acp d n1 pp-f png11, ccx p-acp d n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vmb vdi pn31, cst pns11 vvb pc-acp vhi po11 n1 p-acp, (20) sermon (DIV2) 467 Page 348
4363 but in the Mediation of the Son of God; but in the Mediation of the Son of God; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 467 Page 348
4364 that I look after, and my heart closes with that Mediation, and I look upon that as the spring of all my worth; that I look After, and my heart closes with that Mediation, and I look upon that as the spring of all my worth; cst pns11 vvb a-acp, cc po11 n1 vvz p-acp d n1, cc pns11 vvb p-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f d po11 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 467 Page 348
4365 He is a man indeed that is not like to have his portion in this world, He is a man indeed that is not like to have his portion in this world, pns31 vbz dt n1 av d vbz xx av-j pc-acp vhi po31 n1 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 467 Page 348
4366 and I'le only name that one more, What saiest thou to this? and I'll only name that one more, What Sayest thou to this? cc pns11|vmb av-j vvi d crd dc, q-crq vv2 pns21 p-acp d? (20) sermon (DIV2) 467 Page 348
4367 13. That man that spends his daies without having some fear, lest God should put him off with the things of this world; 13. That man that spends his days without having Some Fear, lest God should put him off with the things of this world; crd cst n1 cst vvz po31 n2 p-acp vhg d n1, cs np1 vmd vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 468 Page 348
4368 there may be some danger of that: Jude, 12. it is said of some, That they did feed themselves without fear. there may be Some danger of that: U^de, 12. it is said of Some, That they did feed themselves without Fear. pc-acp vmb vbi d n1 pp-f cst: np1, crd pn31 vbz vvn pp-f d, cst pns32 vdd vvi px32 p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 468 Page 348
4369 You can go now to a merry meeting, and can go and feed upon the cheer, You can go now to a merry meeting, and can go and feed upon the cheer, pn22 vmb vvi av p-acp dt j n1, cc vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 468 Page 348
4370 and you eat without fear, you'l never have such a thought in your heart, What if God should put me off with these things? I hear indeed there are some men are put off so, what if it should prove to be my portion? what a miserable creature were I? I fear there are some men never had such a thought in their lives; and you eat without Fear, You'll never have such a Thought in your heart, What if God should put me off with these things? I hear indeed there Are Some men Are put off so, what if it should prove to be my portion? what a miserable creature were I? I Fear there Are Some men never had such a Thought in their lives; cc pn22 vvb p-acp n1, pn22|vmb av-x vhi d dt n1 p-acp po22 n1, r-crq cs np1 vmd vvi pno11 a-acp p-acp d n2? pns11 vvb av a-acp vbr d n2 vbr vvn a-acp av, r-crq cs pn31 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi po11 n1? q-crq dt j n1 vbdr pns11? pns11 vvb pc-acp vbr d n2 av vhd d dt n1 p-acp po32 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 468 Page 348
4371 What if it should prove so, what a miserable creature were I? The wicked are described to be men that eat without fear; What if it should prove so, what a miserable creature were I? The wicked Are described to be men that eat without Fear; r-crq cs pn31 vmd vvi av, q-crq dt j n1 vbdr pns11? dt j vbr vvn pc-acp vbi n2 cst vvb p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 468 Page 348
4372 and thus we have done the Fifth Thing: There is only the Sixth, and that is, Sixthly. and thus we have done the Fifth Thing: There is only the Sixth, and that is, Sixthly. cc av pns12 vhb vdn dt ord n1: pc-acp vbz av-j dt ord, cc d vbz, j. (20) sermon (DIV2) 468 Page 348
4373 Exhortation to you all, and then I have done all: And this Exhortation it must be divided. Exhortation to you all, and then I have done all: And this Exhortation it must be divided. n1 p-acp pn22 d, cc av pns11 vhb vdn d: cc d n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn. (20) sermon (DIV2) 469 Page 348
4374 First, Ʋnto you that have some Evidences that God hath given you a better Portion, that God hath not put you off with the Portion of this world. First, Ʋnto you that have Some Evidences that God hath given you a better Portion, that God hath not put you off with the Portion of this world. ord, av pn22 cst vhb d n2 cst np1 vhz vvn pn22 dt jc n1, cst np1 vhz xx vvn pn22 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 470 Page 349
4375 1. Oh bless the Lord for His goodness to you; 1. O bless the Lord for His Goodness to you; crd uh vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pn22; (20) sermon (DIV2) 471 Page 349
4376 the Lord He hath shewed you better things than these are, your line is fallen into a good ground, you have a goodly inheritance. the Lord He hath showed you better things than these Are, your line is fallen into a good ground, you have a goodly inheritance. dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn pn22 j n2 cs d vbr, po22 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, pn22 vhb dt j n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 471 Page 349
4377 When David looked at the prosperity of wicked men, his conclusion is, in Psal. 73. 13. I have clensed my heart in vain, When David looked At the Prosperity of wicked men, his conclusion is, in Psalm 73. 13. I have cleansed my heart in vain, c-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, po31 n1 vbz, p-acp np1 crd crd pns11 vhb vvd po11 n1 p-acp j, (20) sermon (DIV2) 471 Page 349
4378 and washed my hands in innocency; but guide me with Thy Counsel, and afterward bring me to Thy glory. and washed my hands in innocency; but guide me with Thy Counsel, and afterwards bring me to Thy glory. cc vvd po11 n2 p-acp n1; p-acp vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1, cc av vvb pno11 p-acp po21 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 471 Page 349
4379 2. Be content with thy portion here, do not murmur and repine, for though thou hast not so much as others have, 2. Be content with thy portion Here, do not murmur and repine, for though thou hast not so much as Others have, crd vbb j p-acp po21 n1 av, vdb xx vvi cc vvi, c-acp cs pns21 vh2 xx av av-d c-acp n2-jn vhb, (20) sermon (DIV2) 472 Page 349
4380 yet thou hast that that will make thee happy for ever; yet thou hast that that will make thee happy for ever; av pns21 vh2 d cst vmb vvi pno21 j p-acp av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 472 Page 349
4381 I remember that Hierom in one of his Epistles, tells of one Dydimus, that was a learned godly Preacher, but blind; I Remember that Hieronymus in one of his Epistles, tells of one Dydimus, that was a learned godly Preacher, but blind; pns11 vvb d np1 p-acp crd pp-f po31 n2, vvz pp-f crd np1, cst vbds dt j j n1, cc-acp j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 472 Page 349
4382 Alexander comes to him, meeting of him, and asks him, What, are you not troubled for want of sight? And he indeed confessed, it was a very sore affliction to him; Alexander comes to him, meeting of him, and asks him, What, Are you not troubled for want of sighed? And he indeed confessed, it was a very soar affliction to him; np1 vvz p-acp pno31, vvg pp-f pno31, cc vvz pno31, q-crq, vbr pn22 xx vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1? cc pns31 av vvd, pn31 vbds dt j j n1 p-acp pno31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 472 Page 349
4383 then Alexander begins and chides him, What hath God given you that that is the excellency of an Apostle, of a Minister of Christ, then Alexander begins and chides him, What hath God given you that that is the excellency of an Apostle, of a Minister of christ, av np1 vvz cc vvz pno31, r-crq vhz np1 vvn pn22 d cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 472 Page 349
4384 and are you troubled for want of your sight, that a pismire may have, that a brute beast, yea the very Pismires; and Are you troubled for want of your sighed, that a pismire may have, that a brutus beast, yea the very Pismires; cc vbr pn22 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f po22 n1, cst dt n1 vmb vhi, cst dt n1 n1, uh dt j n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 472 Page 349
4385 the want of thy sight, of that that Mice and Rats may have? are you troubled at that, the want of thy sighed, of that that Mice and Rats may have? Are you troubled At that, dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, pp-f d d n2 cc n2 vmb vhi? vbr pn22 vvn p-acp d, (20) sermon (DIV2) 472 Page 349
4386 and rather not taught for to bless God that hath given you so great a mercy, and rather not taught for to bless God that hath given you so great a mercy, cc av-c xx vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi np1 cst vhz vvn pn22 av j dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 472 Page 349
4387 as to make you such an instrument in his service? So may I say to you that are godly, Hath God given you Jesus Christ? hath God given you His Son? hath He given you His Spirit? hath He given you Himself to be your portion? And are you troubled that you have no more of that that beasts may have as well as your selves? Oh be ashamed of any mournful discontentments for want of the comforts of this world. And then; as to make you such an Instrument in his service? So may I say to you that Are godly, Hath God given you jesus christ? hath God given you His Son? hath He given you His Spirit? hath He given you Himself to be your portion? And Are you troubled that you have no more of that that beasts may have as well as your selves? O be ashamed of any mournful discontentments for want of the comforts of this world. And then; c-acp pc-acp vvi pn22 d dt n1 p-acp po31 n1? av vmb pns11 vvi p-acp pn22 cst vbr j, vhz np1 vvn pn22 np1 np1? vhz np1 vvn pn22 po31 n1? vhz pns31 vvn pn22 po31 n1? vhz pns31 vvn pn22 px31 pc-acp vbi po22 n1? cc vbr pn22 vvn cst pn22 vhb dx dc pp-f d d n2 vmb vhi p-acp av c-acp po22 n2? uh vbb j pp-f d j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1. cc av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 472 Page 349
4388 3. Do not envy at any wicked men for their portion. 3. Do not envy At any wicked men for their portion. crd vdb xx vvi p-acp d j n2 p-acp po32 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 473 Page 349
4389 I remember a story that I have heard of a poor Souldier, that was condemned to die, meerly for taking a bunch of Grapes from a Vine; I Remember a story that I have herd of a poor Soldier, that was condemned to die, merely for taking a bunch of Grapes from a Vine; pns11 vvb dt n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn pp-f dt j n1, cst vbds vvn pc-acp vvi, av-j p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 473 Page 350
4390 for there was a strict Law, that whosoever should take anything from that place they went thorough, should die for it; for there was a strict Law, that whosoever should take anything from that place they went through, should die for it; c-acp a-acp vbds dt j n1, cst r-crq vmd vvi pi p-acp d n1 pns32 vvd a-acp, vmd vvi p-acp pn31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 473 Page 350
4391 and he had taken a bunch of Grapes, and he was condemned to die, and as he went to Execution, he went eating of the bunch of Grapes, and he had taken a bunch of Grapes, and he was condemned to die, and as he went to Execution, he went eating of the bunch of Grapes, cc pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, cc pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi, cc c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp n1, pns31 vvd vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 473 Page 350
4392 and some came to him, and said, Thou should ' st think of somewhat else: and Some Come to him, and said, Thou should ' Saint think of somewhat Else: cc d vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvd, pns21 vmd ' zz vvb pp-f av av: (20) sermon (DIV2) 473 Page 350
4393 he answered, I beseech you Sirs, do not envie me my Grapes, they will cost me dear. he answered, I beseech you Sirs, do not envy me my Grapes, they will cost me dear. pns31 vvd, pns11 vvb pn22 n2, vdb xx vvi pno11 po11 n2, pns32 vmb vvi pno11 j-jn. (20) sermon (DIV2) 473 Page 350
4394 So may I say of all the men of the world, we have no need to envie them for any thing they have, it will cost them very dear. And lastly. So may I say of all the men of the world, we have no need to envy them for any thing they have, it will cost them very dear. And lastly. av vmb pns11 vvb pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n1 pns32 vhb, pn31 vmb vvi pno32 av j-jn. cc ord. (20) sermon (DIV2) 473 Page 350
4395 4. Do you live like such as God hath not put off with the Portion of this world? Manifest it in your conversations, that you look for higher and better things, 4. Do you live like such as God hath not put off with the Portion of this world? Manifest it in your conversations, that you look for higher and better things, crd vdb pn22 vvi av-j d c-acp np1 vhz xx vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1? j pn31 p-acp po22 n2, cst pn22 vvb p-acp jc cc jc n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 350
4396 than the things of this world, shew they are but slight in your eyes: than the things of this world, show they Are but slight in your eyes: cs dt n2 pp-f d n1, vvb pns32 vbr p-acp j p-acp po22 n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 350
4397 Zebulun and Naphtali did jeobard their lives, they did look upon their lives as little worth for that cause: Zebulun and Naphtali did jeobard their lives, they did look upon their lives as little worth for that cause: np1 cc np1 vdd vvi po32 n2, pns32 vdd vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp j n1 p-acp d n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 350
4398 So look upon your estates as dispicable, be willing to improve them all for the publick good, in a publick cause, So look upon your estates as dispicable, be willing to improve them all for the public good, in a public cause, av vvb p-acp po22 n2 p-acp j, vbb j pc-acp vvi pno32 d p-acp dt j j, p-acp dt j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 350
4399 yea, to jeobard not Estates only, but your Names, your Liberties, and your Lives; yea, to jeobard not Estates only, but your Names, your Liberties, and your Lives; uh, p-acp n1 xx n2 av-j, cc-acp po22 n2, po22 n2, cc po22 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 350
4400 and those that shall do so, those whom God hath given hearts to do so amongst you, perhaps some of you may look upon them, and those that shall do so, those whom God hath given hearts to do so among you, perhaps Some of you may look upon them, cc d cst vmb vdi av, d r-crq np1 vhz vvn n2 pc-acp vdi av p-acp pn22, av d pp-f pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 350
4401 as men in a sad condition, Oh such a man in such a place, is look'd upon, as men in a sad condition, O such a man in such a place, is looked upon, c-acp n2 p-acp dt j n1, uh d dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp, (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 350
4402 and he is like to be undone, if not his life in danger; and he is like to be undone, if not his life in danger; cc pns31 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, cs xx po31 n1 p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 350
4403 but such a one that shall out of a good principle be willing to venture his life and estate, but such a one that shall out of a good principle be willing to venture his life and estate, cc-acp d dt pi cst vmb av pp-f dt j n1 vbb j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 350
4404 and appear in a good Cause, that man shall be most honored, and look'd upon as the most happy man of all; and appear in a good Cause, that man shall be most honoured, and looked upon as the most happy man of all; cc vvi p-acp dt j n1, cst n1 vmb vbi av-ds vvn, cc vvd p-acp p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 350
4405 and indeed herein he shews himself to be a man that looks for an higher portion than these things here: and indeed herein he shows himself to be a man that looks for an higher portion than these things Here: cc av av pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt jc n1 cs d n2 av: (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 350
4406 as those in Heb. 11. 14. By that they said and did, they shewed plainly, they looked for another Country. as those in Hebrew 11. 14. By that they said and did, they showed plainly, they looked for Another Country. c-acp d p-acp np1 crd crd p-acp cst pns32 vvd cc vdd, pns32 vvd av-j, pns32 vvd p-acp j-jn n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 350
4407 So, see you men that might live as comfortably for outward things as you, and (did their consciences give way) they could be as quiet as you, So, see you men that might live as comfortably for outward things as you, and (did their Consciences give Way) they could be as quiet as you, av, vvb pn22 n2 cst vmd vvi c-acp av-j c-acp j n2 c-acp pn22, cc (vdd po32 n2 vvb n1) pns32 vmd vbi a-acp j-jn c-acp pn22, (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 350
4408 but conscience puts them upon it, that seeing God cals them to a publick place, they should be content to put all at Gods feet; but conscience puts them upon it, that seeing God calls them to a public place, they should be content to put all At God's feet; cc-acp n1 vvz pno32 p-acp pn31, cst vvg np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi d p-acp npg1 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4409 now though you may think it hard, and they are in most danger, they shew plainly they are men of another country, and should be most honored; now though you may think it hard, and they Are in most danger, they show plainly they Are men of Another country, and should be most honoured; av cs pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av-j, cc pns32 vbr p-acp ds n1, pns32 vvb av-j pns32 vbr n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cc vmd vbi av-ds vvn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4410 and take but this principle with you, The more any one gives up his estate, the more comfort he hath in his estate, and take but this principle with you, The more any one gives up his estate, the more Comfort he hath in his estate, cc vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp pn22, dt av-dc d pi vvz p-acp po31 n1, dt av-dc n1 pns31 vhz p-acp po31 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4411 whether in the enjoyment of it, or in the loss of it: whither in the enjoyment of it, or in the loss of it: cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4412 I express it thus, When one resigns up all he hath, his Estate, Liberty, Name, Life to God, the oftner it comes into Gods hands, the better it comes when God gives him them again; I express it thus, When one resigns up all he hath, his Estate, Liberty, Name, Life to God, the oftener it comes into God's hands, the better it comes when God gives him them again; pns11 vvb pn31 av, c-crq pi vvz p-acp d pns31 vhz, po31 n1, n1, n1, n1 p-acp np1, dt av-c pn31 vvz p-acp npg1 n2, dt jc pn31 vvz c-crq np1 vvz pno31 pno32 av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4413 A carnal heart when once he hath these things, he will not trust God with them, A carnal heart when once he hath these things, he will not trust God with them, dt j n1 c-crq a-acp pns31 vhz d n2, pns31 vmb xx vvi np1 p-acp pno32, (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4414 but he will have them at his own keeping: but he will have them At his own keeping: cc-acp pns31 vmb vhi pno32 p-acp po31 d n-vvg: (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4415 but now a gracious heart, though he hath all these from God, yet every day he is willing to give up all to God, but now a gracious heart, though he hath all these from God, yet every day he is willing to give up all to God, cc-acp av dt j n1, cs pns31 vhz d d p-acp np1, av d n1 pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp d p-acp np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4416 and to trust God with them again; and to trust God with them again; cc pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno32 av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4417 though he be a rich man, he is willing every day to come and beg his bread at his fathers gate, and give up all; though he be a rich man, he is willing every day to come and beg his bred At his Father's gate, and give up all; cs pns31 vbb dt j n1, pns31 vbz vvg d n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc vvb a-acp d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4418 now he gives up all in the truth of his heart to God, and God gives him it all again; now he gives up all in the truth of his heart to God, and God gives him it all again; av pns31 vvz a-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, cc np1 vvz pno31 zz d av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4419 so long as in a lawful way he enjoyes it, he hath it afresh from God; so long as in a lawful Way he enjoys it, he hath it afresh from God; av av-j c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvz pn31, pns31 vhz pn31 av p-acp np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4420 now this I say, The oftner any thing comes out of Gods hand, the sweeter and better it is! now this I say, The oftener any thing comes out of God's hand, the Sweeten and better it is! av d pns11 vvb, dt av-c d n1 vvz av pp-f npg1 n1, dt jc cc av-jc pn31 vbz! (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4421 wicked mens estates come but once out of Gods hands, and therefore there is not so much comfort in them; wicked men's estates come but once out of God's hands, and Therefore there is not so much Comfort in them; j ng2 n2 vvb cc-acp a-acp av pp-f npg1 n2, cc av pc-acp vbz xx av av-d vvi p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4422 but a godly mans estate comes an hundred and an hundred times from God, for every resignation gives it to God, but a godly men estate comes an hundred and an hundred times from God, for every resignation gives it to God, cc-acp dt j ng1 n1 vvz dt crd cc dt crd n2 p-acp np1, p-acp d n1 vvz pn31 p-acp np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4423 and God gives it him again; and therein is comfort: and God gives it him again; and therein is Comfort: cc np1 vvz pn31 pno31 av; cc av vbz n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4424 and Oh! blessed are they that live so, as that they declare they look for another Country, and Oh! blessed Are they that live so, as that they declare they look for Another Country, cc uh j-vvn vbr pns32 cst vvb av, c-acp cst pns32 vvb pns32 vvb p-acp j-jn n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4425 and that their Portion is not here; let the men of the world think them foolish; and that their Portion is not Here; let the men of the world think them foolish; cc cst po32 n1 vbz xx av; vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb pno32 j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4426 that they will venture themselves so; God and His Saints, have declared that their Portion is not here. Secondly, To you all; that they will venture themselves so; God and His Saints, have declared that their Portion is not Here. Secondly, To you all; cst pns32 vmb vvi px32 av; np1 cc po31 n2, vhb vvn d po32 n1 vbz xx av. ord, p-acp pn22 d; (20) sermon (DIV2) 474 Page 351
4427 the word of Exhortation from God is: the word of Exhortation from God is: dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 vbz: (20) sermon (DIV2) 475 Page 351
4428 That every one in this place would put on to make more sure of another Portion, besides the Portion here in this world. Put on: Why? That every one in this place would put on to make more sure of Another Portion, beside the Portion Here in this world. Put on: Why? cst d pi p-acp d n1 vmd vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi av-dc j pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 av p-acp d n1. vvb a-acp: q-crq? (20) sermon (DIV2) 475 Page 351
4429 First, You are all made capable of higher and better things than the things of the world are; First, You Are all made capable of higher and better things than the things of the world Are; ord, pn22 vbr d vvn j pp-f jc cc jc n2 cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr; (20) sermon (DIV2) 477 Page 352
4430 never a one here, but hath an immortal soul, and therefore is capable of communion with Father, Son, never a one Here, but hath an immortal soul, and Therefore is capable of communion with Father, Son, av dt crd av, cc-acp vhz dt j n1, cc av vbz j pp-f n1 p-acp n1, n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 477 Page 352
4431 and holy Ghost, and that is another manner of business, than to eat and drink, and have pleasure with the flesh here a while; and holy Ghost, and that is Another manner of business, than to eat and drink, and have pleasure with the Flesh Here a while; cc j n1, cc d vbz j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cs pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc vhb n1 p-acp dt n1 av dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 477 Page 352
4432 Hath God made your Natures capable of such glory? Do not debase your selves, Hath God made your Nature's capable of such glory? Do not debase your selves, vhz n1 vvn po22 ng1 j pp-f d n1? vdb xx vvi po22 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 477 Page 352
4433 and that Humanity God hath put into you, to satisfie your selves with husks, when there is meat enough in your fathers house; and that Humanity God hath put into you, to satisfy your selves with husks, when there is meat enough in your Father's house; cc d n1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp n2, c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 av-d p-acp po22 ng1 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 477 Page 352
4434 and He may be your father for ought I know: and therefore, put on. And, and He may be your father for ought I know: and Therefore, put on. And, cc pns31 vmb vbi po22 n1 p-acp pi pns11 vvb: cc av, vvd a-acp. np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 477 Page 352
4435 Secondly, Let the poorest sort put on, to have but a little portion here, yet there is as fair a way for you to have the God of Heaven and Earth to be your Portion, to have whatsoever Jesus Christ hath purchased by His blood to be your Portion, to have Heaven, Secondly, Let the Poorest sort put on, to have but a little portion Here, yet there is as fair a Way for you to have the God of Heaven and Earth to be your Portion, to have whatsoever jesus christ hath purchased by His blood to be your Portion, to have Heaven, ord, vvb dt js n1 vvd a-acp, pc-acp vhi p-acp dt j n1 av, av pc-acp vbz p-acp j dt n1 p-acp pn22 pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi po22 n1, pc-acp vhi r-crq uh-np np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vbi po22 n1, pc-acp vhi n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 478 Page 352
4436 and Eternity, and Immortallity to be your Portion; (I say) there is as fair a way for it, and Eternity, and Immortality to be your Portion; (I say) there is as fair a Way for it, cc n1, cc n1 pc-acp vbi po22 n1; (pns11 vvb) pc-acp vbz p-acp j dt n1 p-acp pn31, (20) sermon (DIV2) 478 Page 352
4437 as for the greatesest Prince in the Earth; you may come to have a Portion: as for the greatesest Prince in the Earth; you may come to have a Portion: c-acp p-acp dt js n1 p-acp dt n1; pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 478 Page 352
4438 Here indeed many a poor Apprentise may say, My Father is dead, and hath left me no Portion. Here indeed many a poor Apprentice may say, My Father is dead, and hath left me no Portion. av av d dt j n1 vmb vvi, po11 n1 vbz j, cc vhz vvn pno11 dx n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 478 Page 352
4439 I but you that are poor Apprentises and others, and the poor Hospital Boys, that live upon Charity, It's possible some poor wretches there may have their portion in God, I but you that Are poor Apprentices and Others, and the poor Hospital Boys, that live upon Charity, It's possible Some poor wretches there may have their portion in God, pns11 p-acp pn22 cst vbr j n2 cc n2-jn, cc dt j n1 n2, cst vvb p-acp n1, pn31|vbz j d j n2 a-acp vmb vhi po32 n1 p-acp np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 478 Page 352
4440 and Christ, and Immortallity, aswel as the greatest and richest of all; therefore raise up your hearts here, you that are the poorest and meanest; and christ, and Immortality, aswell as the greatest and Richest of all; Therefore raise up your hearts Here, you that Are the Poorest and Meanest; cc np1, cc n1, p-acp p-acp dt js cc js pp-f d; av vvb a-acp po22 n2 av, pn22 cst vbr dt js cc js; (20) sermon (DIV2) 478 Page 352
4441 and know, you are born for high things: and know, you Are born for high things: cc vvb, pn22 vbr vvn p-acp j n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 478 Page 352
4442 If I should come and tell one that is a poor Boy in a blew Coat; If I should come and tell one that is a poor Boy in a blue Coat; cs pns11 vmd vvi cc vvi pi cst vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 478 Page 352
4443 Whatsoever you are now, there is such a rich man will adopt you to be his Child, and make you his Heir; Whatsoever you Are now, there is such a rich man will adopt you to be his Child, and make you his Heir; r-crq pn22 vbr av, pc-acp vbz d dt j n1 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vbi po31 n1, cc vvb pn22 po31 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 478 Page 352
4444 that would raise up his heart: Well, how meanly soever you live now, you may be a glorious Creature hereafter; that would raise up his heart: Well, how meanly soever you live now, you may be a glorious Creature hereafter; cst vmd vvi a-acp po31 n1: av, c-crq av-j av pn22 vvb av, pn22 vmb vbi dt j n1 av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 478 Page 352
4445 if so be you have an heart to put upon it, and to seek after it for your portion: if so be you have an heart to put upon it, and to seek After it for your portion: cs av vbb pn22 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp po22 n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 478 Page 352
4446 Then you'l say, Lord, what should we do, that our portion should be an higher portion than in this world? The First thing I would put you upon, is this: Then You'll say, Lord, what should we do, that our portion should be an higher portion than in this world? The First thing I would put you upon, is this: cs pn22|vmb vvi, n1, r-crq vmd pns12 vdi, cst po12 n1 vmd vbi dt jc n1 cs p-acp d n1? dt ord n1 pns11 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp, vbz d: (20) sermon (DIV2) 478 Page 352
4447 1. Let the whole Course of your life be steered (as it were) with the fear of God, 1. Let the Whole Course of your life be steered (as it were) with the Fear of God, crd vvb dt j-jn n1 pp-f po22 n1 vbi vvn (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4448 lest that this should be all that you have; lest that this should be all that you have; cs cst d vmd vbi d cst pn22 vhb; (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4449 as it was a sign before, so now I may make use of it as a means; (I say) let your course of life be steer'd (as it were) with the fear of God, as it was a Signen before, so now I may make use of it as a means; (I say) let your course of life be steered (as it were) with the Fear of God, c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 a-acp, av av pns11 vmb vvi n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2; (pns11 vvb) vvb po22 n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvd (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4450 lest that God with this should put you off: lest that God with this should put you off: cs cst np1 p-acp d vmd vvi pn22 a-acp: (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4451 hold forth this in every action, that any one may see by your Conversation, surely this man, this woman hath some fears, hold forth this in every actium, that any one may see by your Conversation, surely this man, this woman hath Some fears, vvb av d p-acp d n1, cst d pi vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1, av-j d n1, d n1 vhz d n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4452 lest God should put them off with a portion in this world: lest God should put them off with a portion in this world: cs np1 vmd vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4453 And especially you that have great portions in this life, and you know you have done God little service; And especially you that have great portions in this life, and you know you have done God little service; cc av-j pn22 cst vhb j n2 p-acp d n1, cc pn22 vvb pn22 vhb vdn np1 j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4454 you know there are many poor people that live upon Alms have done God more service than you; you know there Are many poor people that live upon Alms have done God more service than you; pn22 vvb pc-acp vbr d j n1 cst vvb p-acp n2 vhb vdn np1 dc n1 cs pn22; (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4455 you have most cause to fear; you have most cause to Fear; pn22 vhb ds n1 pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4456 They that are Rulers, and Governours have most cause to fear, unless they have mighty good evidence in their hearts: They that Are Rulers, and Governors have most cause to Fear, unless they have mighty good evidence in their hearts: pns32 cst vbr n2, cc n2 vhb av-ds n1 pc-acp vvi, cs pns32 vhb j j n1 p-acp po32 n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4457 Chrysostom upon the 13. of the Hebrews, speaking of those that are Governours; I wonder that any Governour should be saved: Chrysostom upon the 13. of the Hebrews, speaking of those that Are Governors; I wonder that any Governor should be saved: np1 p-acp dt crd pp-f dt np2, vvg pp-f d cst vbr n2; pns11 vvb cst d n1 vmd vbi vvn: (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4458 he hath such a speech there; he hath such a speech there; pns31 vhz d dt n1 a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4459 we will not say so, but he saith so, there is a great deal of hazard: we will not say so, but he Says so, there is a great deal of hazard: pns12 vmb xx vvi av, cc-acp pns31 vvz av, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4460 Christ tels us too, that a man that hath a great portion in this world, though it's possible he may have more hereafter, yet it is doubtful. christ tells us too, that a man that hath a great portion in this world, though it's possible he may have more hereafter, yet it is doubtful. np1 vvz pno12 av, cst dt n1 cst vhz dt j n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31|vbz j pns31 vmb vhi dc av, av pn31 vbz j. (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4461 It is the Counsel of one, to a King of Portingal, (saith he) I desire you to grant me this favor, that every day you would but think of this Text, What profits it a man. It is the Counsel of one, to a King of Portingal, (Says he) I desire you to grant me this favour, that every day you would but think of this Text, What profits it a man. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f crd, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (vvz pns31) pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi pno11 d n1, cst d n1 pn22 vmd cc-acp vvi pp-f d n1, q-crq vvz pn31 dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4462 If he should gain the whol world, and lose his own soul. If he should gain the Whole world, and loose his own soul. cs pns31 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1, cc vvi po31 d n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4463 Spend some little time every day, to think of this Text, and pray to God that he would give you, the true understanding and sense of this Text, Spend Some little time every day, to think of this Text, and pray to God that he would give you, the true understanding and sense of this Text, vvb d j n1 d n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1, cc vvb p-acp np1 cst pns31 vmd vvi pn22, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4464 and let it be the conclusion of al your prayers, that God would shew you what there is in this Text, what shall it profit a man, and let it be the conclusion of all your Prayers, that God would show you what there is in this Text, what shall it profit a man, cc vvb pn31 vbi dt n1 pp-f d po22 n2, cst np1 vmd vvi pn22 q-crq pc-acp vbz p-acp d n1, r-crq vmb pn31 vvi dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4465 if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul; if he shall gain the Whole world, and loose his own soul; cs pns31 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1, cc vvi po31 d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4466 The same counsel I give to you, Daily pray to God, to make you understand what there is in this Text, that there are men that have their portion in this world. The same counsel I give to you, Daily pray to God, to make you understand what there is in this Text, that there Are men that have their portion in this world. dt d n1 pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, av-j vvb p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb r-crq a-acp vbz p-acp d n1, cst a-acp vbr n2 cst vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 479 Page 353
4467 2. Labor to take off your hearts from all these outward comforts that are here; take off your spirits: 2. Labour to take off your hearts from all these outward comforts that Are Here; take off your spirits: crd n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2 p-acp d d j n2 cst vbr av; vvb a-acp po22 n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 480 Page 353
4468 He that will be rich shall fall into many temptations: He that will be rich shall fallen into many temptations: pns31 cst vmb vbi j vmb vvi p-acp d n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 480 Page 353
4469 Know it is not necessary (so you should conclude every one in your own hearts, it is not necessary) I should have estate in this world, Know it is not necessary (so you should conclude every one in your own hearts, it is not necessary) I should have estate in this world, vvb pn31 vbz xx j (av pn22 vmd vvi d pi p-acp po22 d n2, pn31 vbz xx j) pns11 vmd vhi n1 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 480 Page 354
4470 but it is necessary I should make my peace up with God: but it is necessary I should make my peace up with God: cc-acp pn31 vbz j pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 a-acp p-acp np1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 480 Page 354
4471 it is necessary I should provide for my soul, but how things are with me here there is no great necessity. And then; it is necessary I should provide for my soul, but how things Are with me Here there is no great necessity. And then; pn31 vbz j pns11 vmd vvi p-acp po11 n1, cc-acp c-crq n2 vbr p-acp pno11 av pc-acp vbz dx j n1. cc av; (20) sermon (DIV2) 480 Page 354
4472 3. Set you the glory of Heaven and Eternity daily before your eyes, and be trading for higher things than these are: 3. Set you the glory of Heaven and Eternity daily before your eyes, and be trading for higher things than these Are: crd vvb pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 av-j p-acp po22 n2, cc vbi vvg p-acp jc n2 cs d vbr: (20) sermon (DIV2) 481 Page 354
4473 you that are great Merchants, you are trading for thousands; you that Are great Merchant's, you Are trading for thousands; pn22 cst vbr j n2, pn22 vbr vvg p-acp crd; (20) sermon (DIV2) 481 Page 354
4474 when as many poor people now that go up and down in the streets, and cry some mean thing, they think well if they can get eighteen pence in a whole day, carrying things upon their heads, and crying in the streets: when as many poor people now that go up and down in the streets, and cry Some mean thing, they think well if they can get eighteen pence in a Whole day, carrying things upon their Heads, and crying in the streets: c-crq p-acp d j n1 av cst vvb a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n2, cc vvb d j n1, pns32 vvb av cs pns32 vmb vvi crd n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvg n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvg p-acp dt n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 481 Page 354
4475 but a rich Merchant can go out in the morning, and make a bargain, and perhaps get five hundred pound in an hour: but a rich Merchant can go out in the morning, and make a bargain, and perhaps get five hundred pound in an hour: cc-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1, cc vvi dt n1, cc av vvb crd crd n1 p-acp dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 481 Page 354
4476 he is trading for somewhat like. he is trading for somewhat like. pns31 vbz vvg p-acp av av-j. (20) sermon (DIV2) 481 Page 354
4477 So the men of this world are like the poor women that go with things, about upon their heads, So the men of this world Are like the poor women that go with things, about upon their Heads, np1 dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr av-j dt j n2 cst vvb p-acp n2, a-acp p-acp po32 n2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 481 Page 354
4478 and get eighteen pence in a day; and get eighteen pence in a day; cc vvi crd n2 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 481 Page 354
4479 but a godly man hath communion with God, and in a quarter of an hour gets that he would not lose for hundreds, nor for thousands. but a godly man hath communion with God, and in a quarter of an hour gets that he would not loose for hundreds, nor for thousands. cc-acp dt j n1 vhz n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz cst pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp crd, ccx p-acp crd. (20) sermon (DIV2) 481 Page 354
4480 It was a speech of Cleopatra to Anthony; Why Anthony thou art not to fish for Gudgeons, and Trouts, but thou art to angle for Castles, and Towers, and Forts, and Cities, thou art to fish for them; It was a speech of Cleopatra to Anthony; Why Anthony thou art not to Fish for Gudgeons, and Trouts, but thou art to angle for Castles, and Towers, and Forts, and Cities, thou art to Fish for them; pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1; c-crq np1 pns21 vb2r xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cc n2, p-acp pns21 vb2r pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, pns21 vb2r p-acp n1 p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV2) 481 Page 354
4481 so may I say, If thou hast an immortal soul within thee, thou art not so much to angle for to make provision for the flesh, so may I say, If thou hast an immortal soul within thee, thou art not so much to angle for to make provision for the Flesh, av vmb pns11 vvb, cs pns21 vh2 dt j n1 p-acp pno21, pns21 vb2r xx av av-d pc-acp vvi c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 481 Page 354
4482 for meat, and drink, and cloathes, &c. but for Heaven, and Immortality, set that continually before thine eyes. for meat, and drink, and clothes, etc. but for Heaven, and Immortality, Set that continually before thine eyes. c-acp n1, cc vvb, cc n2, av p-acp p-acp n1, cc n1, vvb cst av-j p-acp po21 n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 481 Page 354
4483 And the next thing is this. 4. Honor God with thy substance here; lay out thy portion here for God: And the next thing is this. 4. Honour God with thy substance Here; lay out thy portion Here for God: cc dt ord n1 vbz d. crd n1 np1 p-acp po21 n1 av; vvb av po21 n1 av p-acp np1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 481 Page 354
4484 and Oh that I could but convince you of one Principle of Divinity more, and that is this, That there is more excellency and good in one vertuous Action, and O that I could but convince you of one Principle of Divinity more, and that is this, That there is more excellency and good in one virtuous Actium, cc uh cst pns11 vmd cc-acp vvi pn22 pp-f crd n1 pp-f n1 av-dc, cc d vbz d, cst pc-acp vbz dc n1 cc j p-acp crd j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 354
4485 than there is in all the creatures in Heaven and Earth, (besides the works of Angels and others of the Saints, excepting them:) Take all Creatures, Sun, Moon, Stars, Seas, Earth, all the riches in the world, Pearls, put all together, this is the true Divinity, (I say) that there is more excellencie in one vertuous Action, than there is in all the creatures in Heaven and Earth, (beside the works of Angels and Others of the Saints, excepting them:) Take all Creatures, Sun, Moon, Stars, Seas, Earth, all the riches in the world, Pearls, put all together, this is the true Divinity, (I say) that there is more excellency in one virtuous Actium, cs pc-acp vbz p-acp d dt n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, (p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2-jn pp-f dt n2, vvg pno32:) vvb d n2, n1, n1, n2, n2, n1, d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, n2, vvd d av, d vbz dt j n1, (pns11 vvb) cst pc-acp vbz dc n1 p-acp crd j n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 354
4486 than there is if thou hadst all these things to be thy possession; If men were convinced of this, they would be abundant in good works then: than there is if thou Hadst all these things to be thy possession; If men were convinced of this, they would be abundant in good works then: cs pc-acp vbz cs pns21 vhd2 d d n2 pc-acp vbi po21 n1; cs n2 vbdr vvn pp-f d, pns32 vmd vbi j p-acp j n2 av: (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4487 Thou thinkest it a brave thing, thou hast so much coming in by the yeer; Thou Thinkest it a brave thing, thou hast so much coming in by the year; pns21 vv2 pn31 dt j n1, pns21 vh2 av av-d vvg p-acp p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4488 do but one good action for God out of an upright principle, and there is more excellency in that one action, do but one good actium for God out of an upright principle, and there is more excellency in that one actium, vdb p-acp crd j n1 p-acp np1 av pp-f dt j n1, cc pc-acp vbz dc n1 p-acp d crd n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4489 than there is in thy estate, if thou hadst ten thousand times more added to it: than there is in thy estate, if thou Hadst ten thousand times more added to it: cs pc-acp vbz p-acp po21 n1, cs pns21 vhd2 crd crd n2 av-dc vvn p-acp pn31: (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4490 Certainly, this will make them that are rich, to be rich in good works; Certainly, this will make them that Are rich, to be rich in good works; av-j, d vmb vvi pno32 cst vbr j, pc-acp vbi j p-acp j n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4491 so the Scripture saith, Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be rich in good works: so the Scripture Says, Charge them that Are rich in this world, that they be rich in good works: av dt n1 vvz, vvb pno32 cst vbr j p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vbb j p-acp j n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4492 There is a richness in good works, as well as in an estate; Oh! improve, lay out thy estate for God: There is a richness in good works, as well as in an estate; Oh! improve, lay out thy estate for God: pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp j n2, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1; uh vvb, vvb av po21 n1 p-acp np1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4493 Ambrose I remember upon that place, his Sermons upon the rich man, saith he, Is it not more honor that so many children shall ask of you as their father, Ambrose I Remember upon that place, his Sermons upon the rich man, Says he, Is it not more honour that so many children shall ask of you as their father, np1 pns11 vvb p-acp d n1, po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1, vvz pns31, vbz pn31 xx dc n1 cst av d n2 vmb vvi pp-f pn22 p-acp po32 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4494 than that so many pieces of gold shall call you their lord? These pieces of gold they do (as it were) call you lord, than that so many Pieces of gold shall call you their lord? These Pieces of gold they do (as it were) call you lord, cs cst av d n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pn22 po32 n1? d n2 pp-f n1 pns32 vdb (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvi pn22 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4495 and there are two or three children shall call you father; and there Are two or three children shall call you father; cc pc-acp vbr crd cc crd n2 vmb vvi pn22 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4496 Is there not more excellency to have a couple of poor Orphants while you are alive in this world, to call you father, Is there not more excellency to have a couple of poor Orphans while you Are alive in this world, to call you father, vbz pc-acp xx dc n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f j n2 cs pn22 vbr j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4497 than to have so many bags of gold cal you master? Oh therfore lay out your Portion, Give a portion to six and to seven. than to have so many bags of gold call you master? O Therefore lay out your Portion, Give a portion to six and to seven. cs pc-acp vhi av d n2 pp-f n1 vvb pn22 n1? uh av vvd av po22 n1, vvb dt n1 p-acp crd cc p-acp crd. (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4498 In 2 Cor. 9. 8. there the Apostle tels the Corinthians, that God should make them abundant in all Grace; In 2 Cor. 9. 8. there the Apostle tells the Corinthians, that God should make them abundant in all Grace; p-acp crd np1 crd crd zz dt n1 vvz dt np1, cst np1 vmd vvi pno32 j p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4499 fill you with Grace that you may abound in all sufficiency: But what for? In the 11. vers. fill you with Grace that you may abound in all sufficiency: But what for? In the 11. vers. vvb pn22 p-acp n1 cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1: cc-acp q-crq p-acp? p-acp dt crd fw-la. (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4500 being enriched in every thing in all bountifulness; and then verse 12. for the administration of this service; being enriched in every thing in all bountifulness; and then verse 12. for the administration of this service; vbg vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1; cc av n1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4501 that you may be enriched in all bountifulness; Wherefore? for the administration of this service: that you may be enriched in all bountifulness; Wherefore? for the administration of this service: cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1; c-crq? p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4502 Now the words in the Greek are, for the administration of this Leturgie: Now the words in the Greek Are, for the administration of this Liturgy: av dt n2 p-acp dt jp vbr, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4503 so the words are in the Greek, that you may abound, and have all grace to abound in the administration of this Leturgie. so the words Are in the Greek, that you may abound, and have all grace to abound in the administration of this Liturgy. av dt n2 vbr p-acp dt jp, cst pn22 vmb vvi, cc vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4504 My brethren, Oh how happy were it if so be that men were plentiful in this Divine Service, that I am speaking of, My brothers, O how happy were it if so be that men were plentiful in this Divine Service, that I am speaking of, po11 n2, uh q-crq j vbdr pn31 cs av vbb d n2 vbdr j p-acp d j-jn n1, cst pns11 vbm vvg pp-f, (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4505 and well verc'd in this Leturgie: the Apostle cals bounty, a leturgie, the service of God, that is Divine Service indeed, that is a happy Leturgie to be well verc'd in, and well verced in this Liturgy: the Apostle calls bounty, a Liturgy, the service of God, that is Divine Service indeed, that is a happy Liturgy to be well verced in, cc av vvn p-acp d n1: dt n1 vvz n1, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz j-jn n1 av, cst vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp, (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4506 and to be abundantly verc'd in this kind of Leturgie; for so the words are in the Greek; and to be abundantly verced in this kind of Liturgy; for so the words Are in the Greek; cc pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; c-acp av dt n2 vbr p-acp dt np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 355
4507 and then again, If you would not be put off with this portion in the world; and then again, If you would not be put off with this portion in the world; cc av av, cs pn22 vmd xx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 482 Page 356
4508 5. Be sure that all the services you perform to God be choice services; If you expect choice mercies, let you services be choice services; 5. Be sure that all the services you perform to God be choice services; If you expect choice Mercies, let you services be choice services; crd vbb j cst d dt n2 pn22 vvb p-acp np1 vbb j n2; cs pn22 vvb j n2, vvb pn22 n2 vbb j n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4509 be sure your works be supernatural works; be sure your works be supernatural works; vbb j po22 n2 vbb j n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4510 You'l say, How shall I know that? If I had time I could make it out cleer to you, You'll say, How shall I know that? If I had time I could make it out clear to you, pn22|vmb vvi, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d? cs pns11 vhd n1 pns11 vmd vvi pn31 av av-j p-acp pn22, (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4511 but only thus, A supernatural work is that which hath a supernatural Principle, aims at a supernatural End, but only thus, A supernatural work is that which hath a supernatural Principle, aims At a supernatural End, cc-acp av-j av, dt j n1 vbz d r-crq vhz dt j n1, vvz p-acp dt j vvb, (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4512 and done in a supernatural manner; and done in a supernatural manner; cc vdn p-acp dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4513 A supernatural Principle, that is grace that makes it sutable to my heart, and not only that I do it out of conviction of conscience; A supernatural Principle, that is grace that makes it suitable to my heart, and not only that I do it out of conviction of conscience; dt j n1, cst vbz n1 cst vvz pn31 j p-acp po11 n1, cc xx j cst pns11 vdb pn31 av pp-f n1 pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4514 and a supernatural End, that I aim at God, and not at myself; and a supernatural End, that I aim At God, and not At myself; cc dt j vvb, cst pns11 vvb p-acp np1, cc xx p-acp px11; (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4515 but the supernatural manner, what is that? I remember Seneca in giving of his rule, but the supernatural manner, what is that? I Remember Senecca in giving of his Rule, cc-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz d? pns11 vvb np1 p-acp vvg pp-f po31 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4516 how to know the affections, when they are Natural, and when not, (saith he) you shall know a natural affection by this, If it be kept within bounds, it is natural; how to know the affections, when they Are Natural, and when not, (Says he) you shall know a natural affection by this, If it be kept within bounds, it is natural; c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n2, c-crq pns32 vbr j, cc q-crq xx, (vvz pns31) pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp d, cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp n2, pn31 vbz j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4517 if it be out of bounds, it is not natural: if it be out of bounds, it is not natural: cs pn31 vbb av pp-f n2, pn31 vbz xx j: (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4518 I'le make use of it in another way, When you come to the service of God, I'll make use of it in Another Way, When you come to the service of God, pns11|vmb vvi n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp j-jn n1, c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4519 if you think to limit God in His service, this is but a natural service, you will go so far, and there stop; if you think to limit God in His service, this is but a natural service, you will go so Far, and there stop; cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1, d vbz p-acp dt j n1, pn22 vmb vvi av av-j, cc pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4520 but if it be supernatural service, you will let out your hearts (if it were possible) infinitely to God; but if it be supernatural service, you will let out your hearts (if it were possible) infinitely to God; cc-acp cs pn31 vbb j n1, pn22 vmb vvi av po22 n2 (cs pn31 vbdr j) av-j p-acp np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4521 you cannot be infinite, that's true; but you will propound no bounds, no limits to your service; you cannot be infinite, that's true; but you will propound no bounds, no Limits to your service; pn22 vmbx vbi j, d|vbz j; cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi dx n2, dx n2 p-acp po22 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4522 and this is indeed the truth of Grace, when it hath the impression of Gods infinitness upon it; and this is indeed the truth of Grace, when it hath the impression of God's infiniteness upon it; cc d vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pn31 vhz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pn31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4523 Gods infinitness is that, whereby He is without all limits; God's infiniteness is that, whereby He is without all Limits; n2 n1 vbz d, c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp d n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4524 So where God sets no limits, there the soul is without all limits, and bounds in the way of Grace; So where God sets no Limits, there the soul is without all Limits, and bounds in the Way of Grace; av c-crq np1 vvz dx n2, a-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp d n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4525 that is, desires to answer God (if it were possible) by an infinite way; these are supernatural works: that is, Desires to answer God (if it were possible) by an infinite Way; these Are supernatural works: d vbz, vvz pc-acp vvi np1 (cs pn31 vbdr j) p-acp dt j n1; d vbr j n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4526 And then, Would you not have your Portion in this world? 9. Be willing to cast away whatever of your portion you have got sinfully: And then, Would you not have your Portion in this world? 9. Be willing to cast away whatever of your portion you have god sinfully: cc av, vmd pn22 xx vhi po22 n1 p-acp d n1? crd vbb j pc-acp vvi av r-crq pp-f po22 n1 pn22 vhb vvn av-j: (20) sermon (DIV2) 483 Page 356
4527 I in the Name of God charge this as a special thing to take home with you; I in the Name of God charge this as a special thing to take home with you; pns11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb d c-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av-an p-acp pn22; (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 356
4528 whatsoever man or woman in this place, would not have his portion in this world, whatsoever man or woman in this place, would not have his portion in this world, r-crq n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1, vmd xx vhi po31 n1 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 356
4529 but would have his portion in the world to come, whatsoever of his portion he hath got in a sinful way, cast it away presently, never sleep with it, lie not down one night with it: but would have his portion in the world to come, whatsoever of his portion he hath god in a sinful Way, cast it away presently, never sleep with it, lie not down one night with it: cc-acp vmd vhi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, r-crq pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt j n1, vvb pn31 av av-j, av-x vvb p-acp pn31, vvb xx p-acp crd n1 p-acp pn31: (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4530 That's an old rule, but a true one, All the repentance you have in the world, That's an old Rule, but a true one, All the Repentance you have in the world, d|vbz dt j n1, cc-acp dt j pi, d dt n1 pn22 vhb p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4531 and all your sorrowing for your sin, will never obtain pardon without restitution, if you be able; and all your sorrowing for your since, will never obtain pardon without restitution, if you be able; cc d po22 n-vvg p-acp po22 n1, vmb av-x vvi n1 p-acp n1, cs pn22 vbb j; (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4532 Unless you do what you are able to restore, you can never have comfort, or the pardon of that sin; Unless you do what you Are able to restore, you can never have Comfort, or the pardon of that since; cs pn22 vdb r-crq pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi, pn22 vmb av-x vhi n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4533 If you have goe it when you were young, Apprentices, first set up, away with it, else it will spoil all, you will never have any other portion from God; If you have go it when you were young, Apprentices, First Set up, away with it, Else it will spoil all, you will never have any other portion from God; cs pn22 vhb vvi pn31 c-crq pn22 vbdr j, n2, ord vvd a-acp, av p-acp pn31, av pn31 vmb vvi d, pn22 vmb av-x vhi d j-jn n1 p-acp np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4534 These hands of mine had once that given to them, to be a means to convey, to restore that which was got wrongfully, fifty yeers before, the wrong was done fifty yeers ago, These hands of mine had once that given to them, to be a means to convey, to restore that which was god wrongfully, fifty Years before, the wrong was done fifty Years ago, d n2 pp-f png11 vhd a-acp d vvn p-acp pno32, pc-acp vbi dt n2 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbds vvn av-j, crd n2 a-acp, dt n-jn vbds vdn crd n2 av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4535 and after fifty yeers, the Conscience of the man troubles him, and he comes to bring, to restore that wrong, and After fifty Years, the Conscience of the man Troubles him, and he comes to bring, to restore that wrong, cc p-acp crd n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno31, cc pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi d n-jn, (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4536 and desires it may be conveyed to such a place, where he had done wrong; and Desires it may be conveyed to such a place, where he had done wrong; cc vvz pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1, c-crq pns31 vhd vdn j-jn; (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4537 know therefore, that all the sweet morsels that any time you have so delightfully got down, they must up again, know Therefore, that all the sweet morsels that any time you have so delightfully god down, they must up again, vvb av, cst d dt j n2 cst d n1 pn22 vhb av av-j vvn a-acp, pns32 vmb a-acp av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4538 and therefore willingly let them go up; and Therefore willingly let them go up; cc av av-j vvb pno32 vvi a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4539 resolve before you go out of this place, whatsoever thou hast gotten wrongfully, never keep it against thy will, resolve before you go out of this place, whatsoever thou hast got wrongfully, never keep it against thy will, vvb p-acp pn22 vvb av pp-f d n1, r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn av-j, av-x vvb pn31 p-acp po21 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4540 but do it willingly, else thou canst not have any comfort in the portion thou hast, but do it willingly, Else thou Canst not have any Comfort in the portion thou hast, cc-acp vdb pn31 av-j, av pns21 vm2 xx vhi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pns21 vh2, (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4541 nor have any portion in the world to come; if there be any true Divinity in the world, this is true Divinity: nor have any portion in the world to come; if there be any true Divinity in the world, this is true Divinity: ccx vhb d n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; cs pc-acp vbb d j n1 p-acp dt n1, d vbz j n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4542 and yet it is hard to convince any Covetous men, that have got much this way; and yet it is hard to convince any Covetous men, that have god much this Way; cc av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d j n2, cst vhb vvn d d n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4543 and if there be any wrong, those that have done wrong in things be trusted to them, and if there be any wrong, those that have done wrong in things be trusted to them, cc cs pc-acp vbb d n-jn, d cst vhb vdn n-jn p-acp n2 vbb vvn p-acp pno32, (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4544 as those that are Masters of Hospitals, be sure you keep not that, for certainly you'l curse the time you ever took it; as those that Are Masters of Hospitals, be sure you keep not that, for Certainly You'll curse the time you ever took it; c-acp d cst vbr n2 pp-f n2, vbb j pn22 vvb xx d, c-acp av-j pn22|vmb vvi dt n1 pn22 av vvd pn31; (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4545 and therefore let the charge of God be strong upon you this day, to cast out whatsoever you have got falsly. and Therefore let the charge of God be strong upon you this day, to cast out whatsoever you have god falsely. cc av vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb j p-acp pn22 d n1, pc-acp vvi av r-crq pn22 vhb vvn av-j. (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4546 I read in a story of one that upon a time, hearing that place of Scripture, in Isa. 5. 8. read, Wo to them that joyn house to house: I read in a story of one that upon a time, hearing that place of Scripture, in Isaiah 5. 8. read, Woe to them that join house to house: pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pi cst p-acp dt n1, vvg cst n1 pp-f n1, p-acp np1 crd crd vvn, n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb n1 p-acp n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4547 he bursts out into a loud cry, If wo be to them that joyn house to house, Then wo to me, and to my children. he bursts out into a loud cry, If woe be to them that join house to house, Then woe to me, and to my children. pns31 vvz av p-acp dt j n1, cs n1 vbb p-acp pno32 cst vvb n1 p-acp n1, av n1 p-acp pno11, cc p-acp po11 n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4548 So upon this that you hear this day, There are a company shal have their portion in this world, and especially those that will keep any thing they have wrongfully got, many may have cause to say, Wo to us then, and unto our children. So upon this that you hear this day, There Are a company shall have their portion in this world, and especially those that will keep any thing they have wrongfully god, many may have cause to say, Woe to us then, and unto our children. av p-acp d cst pn22 vvb d n1, pc-acp vbr dt n1 vmb vhi po32 n1 p-acp d n1, cc av-j d cst vmb vvi d n1 pns32 vhb av-j vvn, d vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi, n1 p-acp pno12 av, cc p-acp po12 n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 484 Page 357
4549 7. Be willing to joyn with those that have suffered for God; 7. Be willing to join with those that have suffered for God; crd vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp d cst vhb vvn p-acp np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4550 If you would have your portion in another life, be willing to joyn with the sufferers for Christ; If you would have your portion in Another life, be willing to join with the sufferers for christ; cs pn22 vmd vhi po22 n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 p-acp np1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4551 So Moses did, though he were in the way to preferment, yet he did chuse rather to suffer affliction with the people of God than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season; So Moses did, though he were in the Way to preferment, yet he did choose rather to suffer affliction with the people of God than to enjoy the pleasures of since for a season; av np1 vdd, cs pns31 vbdr p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, av pns31 vdd vvi av-c pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cs pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4552 joyn rather with them, than with jolly blades of the world; join rather with them, than with jolly blades of the world; vvb av-c p-acp pno32, cs p-acp j n2 pp-f dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4553 It is safer to joyn with the sufferers, than to joyn with those that are the jolly and brave spirits. It is safer to join with the sufferers, than to join with those that Are the jolly and brave spirits. pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp d cst vbr dt j cc j n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4554 And so I have done, only desiring that the Lord would settle all home upon your spirits; And so I have done, only desiring that the Lord would settle all home upon your spirits; cc av pns11 vhb vdn, av-j vvg cst dt n1 vmd vvi d n1-an p-acp po22 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4555 If so be, because something may not be so pleasing to the pallat of every one, If so be, Because something may not be so pleasing to the palate of every one, cs av vbi, c-acp pi vmb xx vbi av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd, (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4556 as some other, but if for that you should reject what hath been said, and go away, as Some other, but if for that you should reject what hath been said, and go away, c-acp d n-jn, cc-acp cs p-acp cst pn22 vmd vvi r-crq vhz vbn vvn, cc vvb av, (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4557 and slight this Word of God, know that this Text one day, may prove to be as scalding lead in your Consciences; and slight this Word of God, know that this Text one day, may prove to be as scalding led in your Consciences; cc j d n1 pp-f np1, vvb cst d n1 crd n1, vmb vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp j-vvg n1 p-acp po22 n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4558 and that that is said concerning Doeg, in Psalm, 57. 2. may prove to be your portion; and that that is said Concerning Doeg, in Psalm, 57. 2. may prove to be your portion; cc d cst vbz vvn vvg np1, p-acp n1, crd crd vmb vvi pc-acp vbi po22 n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4559 it is spoken of Doeg; This is the man (saith the Psalmist) that did not make God his trust, it is spoken of Doeg; This is the man (Says the Psalmist) that did not make God his trust, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1; d vbz dt n1 (vvz dt n1) d vdd xx vvi np1 po31 n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4560 but trusted in his great riches; this is the man; So you may be pointed out one day, This is the man: but trusted in his great riches; this is the man; So you may be pointed out one day, This is the man: cc-acp vvd p-acp po31 j n2; d vbz dt n1; av pn22 vmb vbi vvn av crd n1, d vbz dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4561 Doeg was a great Courtier, and because he was an Officer of King Sauls, and because he had his favour, he trusted in the favour of the King, Doeg was a great Courtier, and Because he was an Officer of King Saul's, and Because he had his favour, he trusted in the favour of the King, np1 vbds dt j n1, cc c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, cc c-acp pns31 vhd po31 n1, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4562 and in his riches, and what did he care for David? Yea, by the Text it appears he was one that made some shew of Religion too, in the 1 of Sam. 21. 7. He was detained before the Lord: and in his riches, and what did he care for David? Yea, by the Text it appears he was one that made Some show of Religion too, in the 1 of Sam. 21. 7. He was detained before the Lord: cc p-acp po31 n2, cc q-crq vdd pns31 vvi p-acp np1? uh, p-acp dt n1 pn31 vvz pns31 vbds pi cst vvd d n1 pp-f n1 av, p-acp dt crd pp-f np1 crd crd pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4563 Tremelius thinks, either out of some Religious vow, or to keep the Sabbath, or somewhat concerning the Law, he was detained before the Lord, Tremelius thinks, either out of Some Religious Voelli, or to keep the Sabbath, or somewhat Concerning the Law, he was detained before the Lord, np1 vvz, av-d av pp-f d j n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc av vvg dt n1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4564 and yet he was a vile Malignant against David, and all because he trusted in the great countenance he had at Court: and yet he was a vile Malignant against David, and all Because he trusted in the great countenance he had At Court: cc av pns31 vbds dt j j p-acp np1, cc d c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vhd p-acp n1: (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4565 Now this is the man that made not God his trust, but that trusted in his great riches: Now this is the man that made not God his trust, but that trusted in his great riches: av d vbz dt n1 cst vvd xx np1 po31 n1, cc-acp cst vvd p-acp po31 j n2: (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4566 the Lord forbid this Scripture should be made true of any of you; the Lord forbid this Scripture should be made true of any of you; dt n1 vvb d n1 vmd vbi vvn j pp-f d pp-f pn22; (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 357
4567 I leave this Text with you that are rich men, take heed you trust not in your great riches, I leave this Text with you, that are in places of dignity and honor; I leave this Text with you that Are rich men, take heed you trust not in your great riches, I leave this Text with you, that Are in places of dignity and honour; pns11 vvb d n1 p-acp pn22 cst vbr j n2, vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx p-acp po22 j n2, pns11 vvb d n1 p-acp pn22, cst vbr p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 358
4568 take heed you have not your portion in this world. I leave this Text to Voluptuous men, given up to pleasures; take heed you have not your portion in this world. I leave this Text to Voluptuous men, given up to pleasures; vvb n1 pn22 vhb xx po22 n1 p-acp d n1. pns11 vvb d n1 p-acp j n2, vvn a-acp p-acp n2; (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 358
4569 take heed you hear not one day, this, Son, remember, in thy life-time thou hadst thy pleasure. take heed you hear not one day, this, Son, Remember, in thy lifetime thou Hadst thy pleasure. vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx crd n1, d, n1, vvb, p-acp po21 n1 pns21 vhd2 po21 n1. (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 358
4570 I leave this with those that dare not trust God for a portion to come. I leave this with those that Dare not trust God for a portion to come. pns11 vvb d p-acp d cst vvb xx vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 358
4571 And above all, I leave this with all Hypocrites, let them take heed it be not said to them, Here is your reward. Consider what hath been said, And above all, I leave this with all Hypocrites, let them take heed it be not said to them, Here is your reward. Consider what hath been said, cc p-acp d, pns11 vvb d p-acp d n2, vvb pno32 vvi n1 pn31 vbb xx vvn p-acp pno32, av vbz po22 n1. vvb r-crq vhz vbn vvn, (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 358
4572 and the Lord give you understanding in all things. and the Lord give you understanding in all things. cc dt n1 vvb pn22 n1 p-acp d n2. (20) sermon (DIV2) 485 Page 358

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1 0 March 2. 1645. March 2. 1645. n1 crd crd
39 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
57 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
66 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
166 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
737 0 March, 15. 1645 March, 15. 1645 vvi, crd crd
1086 0 March, •2. 1645 March, •2. 1645 vvb, n1. crd
2026 0 April 12 1646. April 12 1646. np1 crd crd
2538 0 1. Pet. 2. 13. 1. Pet. 2. 13. crd np1 crd crd
2539 0 Humanae creationae. NONLATINALPHABET. Humanae creationae.. fw-la fw-la..
3406 0 Preached on Easter Munday April 3. 1643. before Isaac Penington then Lord Major of London. Preached on Easter Munday April 3. 1643. before Isaac Penington then Lord Major of London. vvn p-acp n1 np1 np1 crd crd p-acp np1 np1 av n1 j pp-f np1.
3407 0 Mol. in Psal. Mol. in Psalm np1 p-acp np1
3477 0 Doct. 1. Doct. 1. np1 crd
3480 0 Doct. 2. Doct. 2. np1 crd