Gospel reconciliation, or, Christ's trumpet of peace to the world wherein is shewed (besides many other gospel truth) ... that there was a breach made between God and man ... to which is added two sermons / by Jeremiah Burroughs.

Burroughs, Jeremiah, 1599-1646
Publisher: Printed by Peter Cole
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1657
Approximate Era: Interregnum
TCP ID: A30581 ESTC ID: R29608 STC ID: B6080
Subject Headings: Reconciliation -- Religious aspects; Sermons, English -- 17th century; Theology, Doctrinal;
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50 when she had one she made it a pledge of another, the Lord shal another. So it is with Gods mercies to his people, they are Josephs, may conclude, that God shal add another; when she had one she made it a pledge of Another, the Lord shall Another. So it is with God's Mercies to his people, they Are Josephs, may conclude, that God shall add Another; c-crq pns31 vhd crd pns31 vvd pn31 dt n1 pp-f j-jn, dt n1 vmb n-jn. av pn31 vbz p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vbr np1, vmb vvi, cst np1 vmb vvi j-jn; (172) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 160
61 that Gods Mercies to his p•ople are but in-lets unto greater. that God's mercies to his p•ople Are but inlets unto greater. cst ng1 n2 p-acp po31 n1 vbr p-acp j p-acp jc. (172) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 160
53 When God did but begin with David in 2 Sam. 5.12. to shew but a little Mercy, an outward Mercy to him, David did conclude that God had established him in the Kingdome. When God did but begin with David in 2 Sam. 5.12. to show but a little Mercy, an outward Mercy to him, David did conclude that God had established him in the Kingdom. c-crq np1 vdd p-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp crd np1 crd. pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1 p-acp pno31, np1 vdd vvi cst np1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1. (172) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 160
60 and how to be known, that are but inlets unto other Mercies. And then. 4. Come to the Uses of the Doctrine; and how to be known, that Are but inlets unto other mercies. And then. 4. Come to the Uses of the Doctrine; cc c-crq pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vbr p-acp n2 p-acp j-jn n2. cc av. crd vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (172) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 160
59 3 Discover unto you how we shal come to know, when Gods present Mercies are but preparations unto future Mercies, what kinds of Mercies those are, 3 Discover unto you how we shall come to know, when God's present mercies Are but preparations unto future mercies, what Kinds of mercies those Are, crd vvb p-acp pn22 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, c-crq n2 j n2 vbr p-acp n2 p-acp j-jn n2, r-crq n2 pp-f n2 d vbr, (172) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 160
58 2. We shal answer a question about Gods interuption of his Mercies. 2. We shall answer a question about God's interruption of his mercies. crd pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1 pp-f po31 n2. (172) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 160
57 But now in the prosecution of this point, we shal discover to you, 1. The Reasons of it how this cometh to pass. But now in the prosecution of this point, we shall discover to you, 1. The Reasons of it how this comes to pass. p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, crd dt n2 pp-f pn31 c-crq d vvz pc-acp vvi. (172) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 160
56 God hath delivered, and he wil deliver (saith the Apostle.) As God maketh way in his wrath by lesser judgements upon the wicked, in Psal. 78.45. so God maketh way for his Mercy, by present lesser Mercies unto his Children. God hath Delivered, and he will deliver (Says the Apostle.) As God makes Way in his wrath by lesser Judgments upon the wicked, in Psalm 78.45. so God makes Way for his Mercy, by present lesser mercies unto his Children. np1 vhz vvn, cc pns31 vmb vvi (vvz dt n1.) p-acp np1 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp jc n2 p-acp dt j, p-acp np1 crd. av np1 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp j jc n2 p-acp po31 n2. (172) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 160
55 an argument of establishment of him in his Kingdome; an argument of establishment of him in his Kingdom; dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp po31 n1; (172) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 160
54 How so? God had shewed a great favor outwardly unto David, and David could conclude, that that favor he did receive, was bur an inlet unto more, How so? God had showed a great favour outwardly unto David, and David could conclude, that that favour he did receive, was burr an inlet unto more, uh-crq av? np1 vhd vvn dt j n1 av-j p-acp np1, cc np1 vmd vvi, cst d n1 pns31 vdd vvi, vbds n1 dt n1 p-acp dc, (172) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 160
35 this is the scope and sence of the Holy Ghost in these words. this is the scope and sense of the Holy Ghost in these words. d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n2. (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
36 As when God gave the people of Israel the land of Canaan, he gave them this Valley of Achor as the enterance at the door of Hope unto that Mercy, that they should injoy from him in the Land of Canaan. That this Valley of Achor was a delightful fruitful Valley, it appears evidently from that Text in Esa. 65.10. As when God gave the people of Israel the land of Canaan, he gave them this Valley of Achor as the Entrance At the door of Hope unto that Mercy, that they should enjoy from him in the Land of Canaan. That this Valley of Achor was a delightful fruitful Valley, it appears evidently from that Text in Isaiah 65.10. p-acp c-crq np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd pno32 d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. cst d n1 pp-f np1 vbds dt j j n1, pn31 vvz av-j p-acp d n1 p-acp np1 crd. (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
37 And Sharon shal be a Field of flocks, and the Valley of Achor a place for the Heards to lie down in, And Sharon shall be a Field of flocks, and the Valley of Achor a place for the Heards to lie down in, cc np1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
38 for my people that have sought me: for my people that have sought me: p-acp po11 n1 cst vhb vvn pno11: (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
39 Here God promises the Valley of Achor as a blessing to the people that did seek him, Here God promises the Valley of Achor as a blessing to the people that did seek him, av np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vdd vvi pno31, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
40 and the Heards should lie down in it, it was a very fruitful place, and therefore God maketh such a promise; and the Heards should lie down in it, it was a very fruitful place, and Therefore God makes such a promise; cc dt n2 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp pn31, pn31 vbds dt j j n1, cc av np1 vvz d dt n1; (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
41 Now though it hath the name of trouble, yet we find that God promiseth it to his people as a token of his Mercy, Now though it hath the name of trouble, yet we find that God promises it to his people as a token of his Mercy, av cs pn31 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1, av pns12 vvb cst np1 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
42 and so it is to be understood in these words, therefore having the meaning of it, and so it is to be understood in these words, Therefore having the meaning of it, cc av pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2, av vhg dt n1 pp-f pn31, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
43 now we come to the Doctrinal Conclusion, that is to be grounded upon this Scripture thus opened unto you; the Doctrine then is this. now we come to the Doctrinal Conclusion, that is to be grounded upon this Scripture thus opened unto you; the Doctrine then is this. av pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1, cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 av vvd p-acp pn22; dt n1 av vbz d. (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
44 Doct. That the Mercies that God bestows upon his Church and his people, are doors of hope to future Mercies Doct. That the mercies that God bestows upon his Church and his people, Are doors of hope to future mercies np1 cst dt n2 cst np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1, vbr n2 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn n2 (172) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 160
45 Present Mercies that God grants unto his people, are doors of hope to future Mercies; Al Gods Mercies to his Saints are inlets unto further Mercies. Present mercies that God grants unto his people, Are doors of hope to future mercies; All God's mercies to his Saints Are inlets unto further mercies. j n2 cst np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, vbr n2 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn n2; d ng1 n2 p-acp po31 n2 vbr n2 p-acp jc n2. (172) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 160
46 This is the high priviledge of the Saints of God, it belongs not to every one. This is the high privilege of the Saints of God, it belongs not to every one. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, pn31 vvz xx p-acp d crd. (172) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 160
47 The wicked indeed when they receive any thing from God, they may write their Ne plus ultra upon it, this is like to be their PORTION, The wicked indeed when they receive any thing from God, they may write their Ne plus ultra upon it, this is like to be their PORTION, dt j av c-crq pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vmb vvi po32 ccx fw-fr fw-la p-acp pn31, d vbz av-j pc-acp vbi po32 n1, (172) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 160
48 and they may wonder that they have any thing at al; but the Mercies of God unto his people may be al called doors of hope; and they may wonder that they have any thing At all; but the mercies of God unto his people may be all called doors of hope; cc pns32 vmb vvi cst pns32 vhb d n1 p-acp d; cc-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 vmb vbi d vvn n2 pp-f n1; (172) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 160
49 the name of Joseph may be written upon them: as we may read in Genesis 30.24. When Rachel had once conceived, and did bear a Son, shee called his name Joseph, and said, The Lord shal add another; the name of Joseph may be written upon them: as we may read in Genesis 30.24. When Rachel had once conceived, and did bear a Son, she called his name Joseph, and said, The Lord shall add Another; dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32: c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 crd. c-crq np1 vhd a-acp vvn, cc vdd vvi dt n1, pns31 vvd po31 n1 np1, cc vvd, dt n1 vmb vvi j-jn; (172) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 160
51 when God delivered his people out of Egypt, Exod. 13.15. saith Moses, Thou hast guided them unto thy holy habitation; when God Delivered his people out of Egypt, Exod 13.15. Says Moses, Thou hast guided them unto thy holy habitation; c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1 av pp-f np1, np1 crd. vvz np1, pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp po21 j n1; (172) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 160
52 thou hast guided them, that deliverance Moses tooke as a certain Argument of Gods further Mercy toward them; thou hast guided them. thou hast guided them, that deliverance Moses took as a certain Argument of God's further Mercy towards them; thou hast guided them. pns21 vh2 vvn pno32, cst n1 np1 vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 jc n1 p-acp pno32; pns21 vh2 vvn pno32. (172) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 160
1 May, 2. 1641. Hosea, 2.14. And so on, Behold I wil allure her, and bring her into the Wilderness, May, 2. 1641. Hosea, 2.14. And so on, Behold I will allure her, and bring her into the Wilderness, vmb, crd crd np1, crd. cc av a-acp, vvb pns11 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, (172) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 160
2 and speak comfortably unto her, and I wil give her Vinyards from thence, and the vally of Achor for a door of hope, and speak comfortably unto her, and I will give her Vineyards from thence, and the valley of Achor for a door of hope, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno31, cc pns11 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp av, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (172) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 160
3 & she shal sing there as in the daies of her youth and as in the day when she came up out of the Land of Egypt, and it shal be at that day saith the Lord, that thou shalt cal me Yshi, and shalt cal me no more Baali. & she shall sing there as in the days of her youth and as in the day when she Come up out of the Land of Egypt, and it shall be At that day Says the Lord, that thou shalt call me Yshi, and shalt call me no more Baal. cc pns31 vmb vvi a-acp c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d n1 vvz dt n1, cst pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 np1, cc vm2 vvi pno11 av-dx dc fw-la. (172) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 160
4 THis Prophet was sent to the ten Tribes, to apostate Israel; God threatened dreadful evills against them, THis Prophet was sent to the ten Tribes, to apostate Israel; God threatened dreadful evils against them, d n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt crd n2, p-acp n1 np1; np1 vvd j n2-jn p-acp pno32, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
5 and yet from the begining of this 14. verse to the end of the Chapter, maketh Gratious promises unto them. and yet from the beginning of this 14. verse to the end of the Chapter, makes Gracious promises unto them. cc av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz j n2 p-acp pno32. (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
6 I shal only thus premise, that the scope of the Holy Ghost here is to shew mercy to discover the Mercy of God to Apostatizing Israel in a way of conjugal union, that though she had gone a whoring from God in regard of her idolatrous worship, I shall only thus premise, that the scope of the Holy Ghost Here is to show mercy to discover the Mercy of God to Apostatizing Israel in a Way of conjugal Union, that though she had gone a whoring from God in regard of her idolatrous worship, pns11 vmb av-j av n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 av vbz pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cst cs pns31 vhd vvn dt vvg p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
7 yet God was contented upon her repentance to take her again, and to marry her unto himself, yet God was contented upon her Repentance to take her again, and to marry her unto himself, av np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp px31, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
8 and therefore al along the Prophet suits himself with such expressions, that signify Gods willingness to marry himself unto her again, in that way as they did use to manifest their conjugal love unto their Spouses, and Therefore all along the Prophet suits himself with such expressions, that signify God's willingness to marry himself unto her again, in that Way as they did use to manifest their conjugal love unto their Spouses, cc av d p-acp dt n1 vvz px31 p-acp d n2, cst vvb ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno31 av, p-acp d n1 c-acp pns32 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi po32 j n1 p-acp po32 n2, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
9 and that being premised wil help us to understand many expressions both in the words read, and that being premised will help us to understand many expressions both in the words read, cc cst vbg vvn vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi d n2 av-d p-acp dt n2 vvb, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
10 and in the succeeding part of the Chapter, that otherwise would be very obscure to us, and in the succeeding part of the Chapter, that otherwise would be very Obscure to us, cc p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, cst av vmd vbi av j p-acp pno12, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
11 and especially that in verse, 14. I wil allure her, and bring her into the wilderness, and especially that in verse, 14. I will allure her, and bring her into the Wilderness, cc av-j cst p-acp n1, crd pns11 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
12 and speak comfortably unto her, this may be taken for bringing her into affliction, and then speaking comfortably to her, and speak comfortably unto her, this may be taken for bringing her into affliction, and then speaking comfortably to her, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno31, d vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp n1, cc av vvg av-j p-acp pno31, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
13 but that is not the scope of the Holy Ghost here, it was only taken from the way of Marriage, to carry the spouse out of the City into the field that was a heath and a common, but that is not the scope of the Holy Ghost Here, it was only taken from the Way of Marriage, to carry the spouse out of the city into the field that was a heath and a Common, cc-acp cst vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 av, pn31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbds dt n1 cc dt j, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
0 GODS PRESENT MERCIES TO HIS PEOPLE, Are Arguments of FUTURE MERCIES. Preashed at Saviors Southwark; GOD'S PRESENT MERCIES TO HIS PEOPLE, are Arguments of FUTURE MERCIES. Preashed At Saviors Southwark; npg1 j n2 p-acp po31 n1, vbr n2 pp-f j-jn n2. vvn p-acp n2 np1; (172) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 160
14 and so had the terme of a wilderness, and there rejoycing, and so bringing of her into the City and carrying of her to his Fathers house; and so had the term of a Wilderness, and there rejoicing, and so bringing of her into the city and carrying of her to his Father's house; cc av vhd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc a-acp vvg, cc av vvg pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc vvg pp-f pno31 p-acp po31 ng1 n1; (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
15 and that I might shew out of diverse places of scripture, especially out of the Canticles, who is this that cometh from the Wilderness, The Holy Ghost taking this allusion from thence, and that I might show out of diverse places of scripture, especially out of the Canticles, who is this that comes from the Wilderness, The Holy Ghost taking this allusion from thence, cc cst pns11 vmd vvi av pp-f j n2 pp-f n1, av-j av pp-f dt n2, r-crq vbz d cst vvz p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 vvg d n1 p-acp av, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
16 so that the meaning of this expression is nothing else, but I wil deal gratiously with her, so that the meaning of this expression is nothing Else, but I will deal graciously with her, av cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz pix av, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno31, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
17 as one that Marries a spouse, and carries her out of the City into the field, as one that Marries a spouse, and carries her out of the city into the field, c-acp pi cst vvz dt n1, cc vvz pno31 av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
18 and there rejoyceth with her, and speakes comfortably to her; and there Rejoiceth with her, and speaks comfortably to her; cc a-acp vvz p-acp pno31, cc vvz av-j p-acp pno31; (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
19 The main doctrinal conclusion which I intend to go through, shal be raised from these words, I wil give her the vally of Achor for a door of hope, for I •hall speak to no more then one point of Doctrine, raised from those words, I wil give her the vally of Achor for a door of hope ▪ It wil be necessary therefore before I tell you the doctrinal point to open these words unto you, The vally of Achor. It was that vally where Achan was stoned, the story of which you may read in the 7 Chapter of the Book of Joshua, and upon that occasion of the troubles that the people of Israel had by Achan, this vally was called the vally of Achor, for the vally of Achor is nothing else but the vally of trouble, valla tribulationis, the vally of trouble; The main doctrinal conclusion which I intend to go through, shall be raised from these words, I will give her the valley of Achor for a door of hope, for I •hall speak to no more then one point of Doctrine, raised from those words, I will give her the valley of Achor for a door of hope ▪ It will be necessary Therefore before I tell you the doctrinal point to open these words unto you, The valley of Achor. It was that valley where achan was stoned, the story of which you may read in the 7 Chapter of the Book of joshua, and upon that occasion of the Troubles that the people of Israel had by achan, this valley was called the valley of Achor, for the valley of Achor is nothing Else but the valley of trouble, valla tribulationis, the valley of trouble; dt j j n1 r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2, pns11 vmb vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dx dc cs crd n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp d n2, pns11 vmb vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 ▪ pn31 vmb vbi j av c-acp pns11 vvb pn22 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp pn22, dt n1 pp-f np1. pn31 vbds cst n1 c-crq np1 vbds vvn, dt n1 pp-f r-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd p-acp np1, d n1 vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pix av cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n1; (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
20 so alluding to that name Achan. Now it is true that generally, or by very many, these words are carried thus; so alluding to that name achan. Now it is true that generally, or by very many, these words Are carried thus; av vvg p-acp d n1 np1. av pn31 vbz j cst av-j, cc p-acp av d, d n2 vbr vvn av; (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
21 That God wil so work things about, as to cause the troubles of his people, to be but doors of hope to let in Mercies to them, That God will so work things about, as to cause the Troubles of his people, to be but doors of hope to let in mercies to them, cst np1 vmb av vvi n2 a-acp, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp pno32, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
22 and there is a truth in that doctrinal point, but not a truth in the grounding of it upon this text, and there is a truth in that doctrinal point, but not a truth in the grounding of it upon this text, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d j n1, cc-acp xx dt n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
23 for the meaning of the text is otherwise. for the meaning of the text is otherwise. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av. (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
24 The vally of Achor. Though the name signify trouble, yet the truth is that this vally of Achor was a delightful vally, a very fruitful vally, it was just after the enterance into the Land of Canan that God gave it, The valley of Achor. Though the name signify trouble, yet the truth is that this valley of Achor was a delightful valley, a very fruitful valley, it was just After the Entrance into the Land of Canaan that God gave it, dt n1 pp-f np1. cs dt n1 vvb n1, av dt n1 vbz d d n1 pp-f np1 vbds dt j n1, dt j j n1, pn31 vbds j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst np1 vvd pn31, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
25 and God here doth allude stil to the way of marriage, expressing his love to the ten tribes, that he would receive them again, and God Here does allude still to the Way of marriage, expressing his love to the ten tribes, that he would receive them again, cc np1 av vdz vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt crd n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 av, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
26 and marry them unto himself, in that way that they did use to marry amongst the Jews, and marry them unto himself, in that Way that they did use to marry among the jews, cc vvi pno32 p-acp px31, p-acp d n1 cst pns32 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt np2, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
27 and the way was this, amongst them, when they did marry any, according to the state of the husband he used to give her gifts; and the Way was this, among them, when they did marry any, according to the state of the husband he used to give her Gifts; cc dt n1 vbds d, p-acp pno32, c-crq pns32 vdd vvi d, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n2; (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
28 commonly some field or piece of Ground, and if he were a rich man, then a larger piece of ground, commonly Some field or piece of Ground, and if he were a rich man, then a larger piece of ground, av-j d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc cs pns31 vbdr dt j n1, cs dt jc n1 pp-f n1, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
29 or a more fruitful peece of ground, and so according to the height of his condition was his guift, So saith God. or a more fruitful piece of ground, and so according to the height of his condition was his gift, So Says God. cc dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n1, cc av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbds po31 n1, av vvz np1. (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
30 I wil give you a vally of Achor for a door of hope, as you when you take a spouse to your selves, I will give you a valley of Achor for a door of hope, as you when you take a spouse to your selves, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn22 c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
31 then you use to indow her with some piece of land, or ground, according to your estate, then you use to endow her with Some piece of land, or ground, according to your estate, cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, vvg p-acp po22 n1, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
32 and that you give to her as a testification of that Love, she is to expect from you for the future. and that you give to her as a testification of that Love, she is to expect from you for the future. cc cst pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j-jn. (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
33 So I wil give you a vally of Achor, I wil bestow fresh and choyce mercies upon you for the present, So I will give you a valley of Achor, I will bestow fresh and choice Mercies upon you for the present, av pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vmb vvi j cc j n2 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j, (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
34 and these mercies shal be in a way of dowrie, as a testification of abundance of future good you shal receive from me; and these Mercies shall be in a Way of dowry, as a testification of abundance of future good you shall receive from me; cc d n2 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f j-jn j pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno11; (172) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 160
705 and the other a top of it, that below it is the Hoary Head, and a top of it is found in the way of righteousness. and the other a top of it, that below it is the Hoary Head, and a top of it is found in the Way of righteousness. cc dt j-jn dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (193) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 183
706 The hoarie head is a crown to Old men, if it be found in the way of righteousness. Two doctrinal points we have in the words, the First is. The hoary head is a crown to Old men, if it be found in the Way of righteousness. Two doctrinal points we have in the words, the First is. dt j n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp j n2, cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. crd j n2 pns12 vhb p-acp dt n2, dt ord vbz. (193) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 183
696 when God shal reign Gloriously before the ancients of Israel: we have such a prophesie in Isa. 24. verse the last. when God shall Reign Gloriously before the ancients of Israel: we have such a prophesy in Isaiah 24. verse the last. c-crq np1 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n2-j pp-f np1: pns12 vhb d dt vvb p-acp np1 crd n1 dt ord. (193) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 183
697 When the Lord of Hosts shal reign in mount Zion, in Jerusalem, before the antients Gloriously; When the Lord of Hosts shall Reign in mount Zion, in Jerusalem, before the ancients Gloriously; c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1 np1, p-acp np1, p-acp dt n2 av-j; (193) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 183
699 and in Revela. 4. It is prophecied again of the Elders (in the latter end of the chapter) that the Elders fel down and worshipped him that liveth for ever, and in Revelation. 4. It is prophesied again of the Elders (in the latter end of the chapter) that the Elders fell down and worshipped him that lives for ever, cc p-acp fw-la. crd pn31 vbz vvn av pp-f dt n2-jn (p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1) d dt n2-jn vvd a-acp cc vvd pno31 cst vvz p-acp av, (193) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 183
700 and cast down their crownes before him. and cast down their crowns before him. cc vvd a-acp po32 n2 p-acp pno31. (193) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 183
701 This text of mine it is a proverbial sentence, setting out of the Glory of Old men in the waies of righteousness, we may spare dependance, This text of mine it is a proverbial sentence, setting out of the Glory of Old men in the ways of righteousness, we may spare dependence, d n1 pp-f png11 pn31 vbz dt j n1, vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb vvi n1, (193) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 183
702 for the proverbs are not as jewels linked in a Bracelet together, but as so many several Diamonds lying one by another, for the proverbs Are not as Jewels linked in a Bracelet together, but as so many several Diamonds lying one by Another, p-acp dt n2 vbr xx p-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 av, cc-acp c-acp av d j n2 vvg pi p-acp n-jn, (193) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 183
692 OLD AGE IS A Crown of Glory, Especially When found in waies OF RIGHTEOVSNESS. Preached before the Company of Mercers at their Chappel. OLD AGE IS A Crown of Glory, Especially When found in ways OF RIGHTEOUSNESS. Preached before the Company of Mercers At their Chapel. j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j c-crq vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1. vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 n1. (193) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 183
693 May, 20. 1641 Proverbs, 16, 31. The hoary Head is a Crown of Glory, if it be found in the Way of Righteousness; May, 20. 1641 Proverbs, 16, 31. The hoary Head is a Crown of Glory, if it be found in the Way of Righteousness; vmb, crd crd n2, crd, crd dt j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (193) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 183
694 I Have lately in this City Preached unto Young men, and at this time supposing this auditory to be intended chiefly for grave Citizens (though others come in) I have prepared to speak suitable unto them; Psal. 148.12. Young men and Old men are called to praise the name of the Lord; I Have lately in this city Preached unto Young men, and At this time supposing this auditory to be intended chiefly for grave Citizens (though Others come in) I have prepared to speak suitable unto them; Psalm 148.12. Young men and Old men Are called to praise the name of the Lord; pns11 vhb av-j p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp j n2, cc p-acp d n1 vvg d j pc-acp vbi vvn av-jn p-acp j n2 (cs n2-jn vvb p-acp) pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi j p-acp pno32; np1 crd. j n2 cc j n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (193) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 183
698 A blessed time when the ancients shal behold the Glorious reign of Christ, and be joyful in it: A blessed time when the ancients shall behold the Glorious Reign of christ, and be joyful in it: dt j-vvn n1 c-crq dt n2-j vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc vbi j p-acp pn31: (193) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 183
695 as it was a blessed time when the children cried Hosannah, upon Christs comming to purge the Temple (for that was the occasion) so it shal be and is a blessed time, when Old men are coming into God, in the praise of his great works, as it was a blessed time when the children cried Hosannah, upon Christ coming to purge the Temple (for that was the occasion) so it shall be and is a blessed time, when Old men Are coming into God, in the praise of his great works, p-acp pn31 vbds dt j-vvn n1 c-crq dt n2 vvd np1, p-acp npg1 vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 (c-acp d vbds dt n1) av pn31 vmb vbi cc vbz dt j-vvn n1, c-crq j n2 vbr vvg p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2, (193) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 183
703 and some of them several Diamonds lying (as it were) in a box together; and Some of them several Diamonds lying (as it were) in a box together; cc d pp-f pno32 j n2 vvg (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp dt n1 av; (193) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 183
704 Now this proverb hath in it two Diamonds set upon the crown of Old men, one below it, Now this proverb hath in it two Diamonds Set upon the crown of Old men, one below it, av d n1 vhz p-acp pn31 crd n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, pi p-acp pn31, (193) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 183
309 when God is in a way of Mercy, then his people may expect greater to follow. when God is in a Way of Mercy, then his people may expect greater to follow. c-crq np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs po31 n1 vmb vvi jc pc-acp vvi. (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
310 hence folows this consequence upon it that therefore those men and women that are only careful to seeke God in time of affliction, are much mistaken, hence follows this consequence upon it that Therefore those men and women that Are only careful to seek God in time of affliction, Are much mistaken, av vvz d n1 p-acp pn31 cst av d n2 cc n2 cst vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vbr av-d vvn, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
311 and it is a vile wretched folly for any to thinke, that that is the only time to seeke God, the time of affliction, that is confuted from this point thus, and it is a vile wretched folly for any to think, that that is the only time to seek God, the time of affliction, that is confuted from this point thus, cc pn31 vbz dt j j n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi, cst d vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz vvn p-acp d n1 av, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
312 for if when God is in a way of mercy, then Gods people they argue that more mercy is coming, for if when God is in a Way of mercy, then God's people they argue that more mercy is coming, c-acp cs c-crq np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs npg1 n1 pns32 vvb cst dc n1 vbz vvg, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
313 then this follows, that when God is in a way of mercy, then it is a fit time to pray to him, that is the fittest time to pray to him, then this follows, that when God is in a Way of mercy, then it is a fit time to pray to him, that is the Fittest time to pray to him, cs d vvz, cst c-crq np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cst vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
314 when God is in a way of goodness and Mercy to them, when Mercy is comming, when God is in a Way of Goodness and Mercy to them, when Mercy is coming, c-crq np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, c-crq n1 vbz vvg, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
315 then it is a time for thee to be praying; then it is a time for thee to be praying; cs pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vbi vvg; (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
316 But now the case is quite cross in the world, they wil pray to God indeed; But now the case is quite cross in the world, they will pray to God indeed; cc-acp av dt n1 vbz av j p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1 av; (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
317 when? when God hath them at the advantage, in a time of sickness and affliction, when? when God hath them At the advantage, in a time of sickness and affliction, q-crq? c-crq np1 vhz pno32 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
319 and they see themselves plunging into the bottomless gulfe, then they wil pray and cry for mercy, Oh! thou shewest thy selfe to be a stranger to the waies of God, and they see themselves plunging into the bottomless gulf, then they will pray and cry for mercy, Oh! thou shewest thy self to be a stranger to the ways of God, cc pns32 vvb px32 vvg p-acp dt j n1, cs pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n1, uh pns21 vv2 po21 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
318 and upon their death beds, when Gods justice is out against them, and Gods wrath upon them, and upon their death Beds, when God's Justice is out against them, and God's wrath upon them, cc p-acp po32 n1 n2, c-crq n2 n1 vbz av p-acp pno32, cc ng1 n1 p-acp pno32, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
320 and to the minde of God, and to the covenant of God, if thou wert one of Gods people, and to the mind of God, and to the Covenant of God, if thou Wertenberg one of God's people, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns21 vbd2r pi pp-f npg1 n1, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
321 then thou wouldest know that when God is in a way of Mercy, then is the best time of praying, then thou Wouldst know that when God is in a Way of Mercy, then is the best time of praying, cs pns21 vmd2 vvi d c-crq np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av vbz dt js n1 pp-f vvg, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
322 for one Mercy lets in another, and then is the best time of praying; for one Mercy lets in Another, and then is the best time of praying; p-acp crd n1 vvz p-acp j-jn, cc av vbz dt js n1 pp-f vvg; (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
323 I would argue thus, Is it more likely that God when the day of his patience and longe sufering continues to thee, that then he should deny thee mercy? (I say) is it like he should deny thee mercy then? and yet when the day of his wrath and justice cometh, I would argue thus, Is it more likely that God when the day of his patience and long sufering continues to thee, that then he should deny thee mercy? (I say) is it like he should deny thee mercy then? and yet when the day of his wrath and Justice comes, pns11 vmd vvi av, vbz pn31 av-dc j cst np1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc av-j vvg vvz p-acp pno21, cst cs pns31 vmd vvi pno21 n1? (pns11 vvb) vbz pn31 j pns31 vmd vvi pno21 n1 av? cc av c-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 vvz, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
324 then he should bestow Mercy upon thee, what an absurd apprehension of things is here? Thou criest God wil deny thee Mercy and grace now, then he should bestow Mercy upon thee, what an absurd apprehension of things is Here? Thou Christ God will deny thee Mercy and grace now, cs pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp pno21, r-crq dt j n1 pp-f n2 vbz av? pns21 vv2 np1 vmb vvi pno21 n1 cc n1 av, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
325 & now is the day of his long-suffering & patience, and wil he deny it now, & now is the day of his long-suffering & patience, and will he deny it now, cc av vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 j cc n1, cc vmb pns31 vvi pn31 av, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
326 and yet is he like to give it thee, when the day of his wrath and justice cometh, upon thy sick bed, and yet is he like to give it thee, when the day of his wrath and Justice comes, upon thy sick Bed, cc av vbz pns31 j pc-acp vvi pn31 pno21, c-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 vvz, p-acp po21 j n1, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
327 and death bed, that may be the day of vengance & of wrath; and death Bed, that may be the day of vengeance & of wrath; cc n1 n1, cst vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1; (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
328 If thou hast wisdome to thy soul seeke God whilst Mercy is coming, and while he is in a way of Mercy that is the fittest time to pray, If thou hast Wisdom to thy soul seek God while Mercy is coming, and while he is in a Way of Mercy that is the Fittest time to pray, cs pns21 vh2 n1 p-acp po21 n1 vvb np1 cs n1 vbz vvg, cc cs pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vvi, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
329 and therefore take it this day and be convinced you carnal hearts that have no minde to pray, and Therefore take it this day and be convinced you carnal hearts that have no mind to pray, cc av vvb pn31 d n1 cc vbi vvn pn22 j n2 cst vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
330 but when they are in their afflictions: but when they Are in their afflictions: cc-acp c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp po32 n2: (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
331 but those hearts are most spiritual, that can pray most when God is coming most in mercy to them, but those hearts Are most spiritual, that can pray most when God is coming most in mercy to them, cc-acp d n2 vbr av-ds j, cst vmb vvi ds c-crq n1 vbz vvg av-ds p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
332 but the time of affliction is the most unlikly time of getting any thing from God, I had thought to have spoken divers things about that. but the time of affliction is the most unlikely time of getting any thing from God, I had Thought to have spoken diverse things about that. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f vvg d n1 p-acp np1, pns11 vhd vvn pc-acp vhi vvn j n2 p-acp d. (184) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
308 USE. 1. If this be so that Gods Mercies, and even present Mercies are inlets to future, USE. 1. If this be so that God's mercies, and even present mercies Are inlets to future, n1. crd cs d vbb av cst npg1 n2, cc av j n2 vbr n2 p-acp j-jn, (184) application (DIV2) 24 Image 160
347 how one cause hath dependance upon another cause, and that upon another, and that upon another, how one cause hath dependence upon Another cause, and that upon Another, and that upon Another, c-crq crd n1 vhz n1 p-acp j-jn n1, cc cst p-acp n-jn, cc cst p-acp n-jn, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
349 but they never enquire after the cause, but now the more rational any man is, the more desires kindle in him to find out the connexion of causes. but they never inquire After the cause, but now the more rational any man is, the more Desires kindle in him to find out the connexion of Causes. cc-acp pns32 av-x vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av dt av-dc j d n1 vbz, dt dc n2 vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f n2. (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
350 If this be a sweet thing to a soul in a natural way, to find out the connexion of causes. If this be a sweet thing to a soul in a natural Way, to find out the connexion of Causes. cs d vbb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f n2. (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
351 O! how sweet is it to a gracious soul, to find out the connexion and concatination of al the mercies, OH! how sweet is it to a gracious soul, to find out the connexion and concatenation of all the Mercies, uh q-crq j vbz pn31 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n2, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
352 and goodnesses of the Lord towards him, in al the passages of his life; and Goodnesses of the Lord towards him, in all the passages of his life; cc n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
353 and do it the rather because that the truth is (Brethren) this that I am speaking of now, it is that wherein a principal part of the glorious inheritance of the Saints consisteth in the glory of Heaven, wherein the happiness of the glorified souls there shal consist, it wil be this, that eternal Sabbath that shal be spent in Heaven wil amongst other things be spent in this work that I am speaking of, in a contemplation of al the connexion and concatination of Gods merces towards those that are now in Heaven. and do it the rather Because that the truth is (Brothers) this that I am speaking of now, it is that wherein a principal part of the glorious inheritance of the Saints Consisteth in the glory of Heaven, wherein the happiness of the glorified Souls there shall consist, it will be this, that Eternal Sabbath that shall be spent in Heaven will among other things be spent in this work that I am speaking of, in a contemplation of all the connexion and concatenation of God's merces towards those that Are now in Heaven. cc vdb pn31 dt av-c c-acp d dt n1 vbz (n2) d cst pns11 vbm vvg pp-f av, pn31 vbz d c-crq dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt vvn n2 a-acp vmb vvi, pn31 vmb vbi d, cst j n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 vmb p-acp j-jn n2 vbb vvn p-acp d n1 cst pns11 vbm vvg pp-f, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp d cst vbr av p-acp n1. (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
354 Now they have been connected and concatinated ever since they have had a being, and so brought up to that height of glory, Oh! what an infinite content the Saints shal have when God shal reveal al, Now they have been connected and concatinated ever since they have had a being, and so brought up to that height of glory, Oh! what an infinite content the Saints shall have when God shall reveal all, av pns32 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn av c-acp pns32 vhb vhn dt n1, cc av vvd a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, uh r-crq dt j n1 dt n2 vmb vhi c-crq n1 vmb vvi d, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
355 when they shal see into the councels of God, and the wil of God so freely and into al his waies, when they shall see into the Counsels of God, and the will of God so freely and into all his ways, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 av av-j cc p-acp d po31 n2, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
356 how they were chosen from al eternity and so to eternity, and there they shal see every passage of Providence that they did not understand the meaning of before, how they were chosen from all eternity and so to eternity, and there they shall see every passage of Providence that they did not understand the meaning of before, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1 cc av p-acp n1, cc a-acp pns32 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n1 cst pns32 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f a-acp, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
357 how it made way to such a mercy and that to another, and that to another, how it made Way to such a mercy and that to Another, and that to Another, c-crq pn31 vvd n1 p-acp d dt n1 cc cst p-acp j-jn, cc cst p-acp j-jn, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
358 and so til they were brought to that fulness of glory, they shal (I say) be eternally contemplating thus of the connexion of Gods mercies, and so till they were brought to that fullness of glory, they shall (I say) be eternally contemplating thus of the connexion of God's Mercies, cc av c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmb (pns11 vvb) vbi av-j vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
359 and praising and blessing of God, that did thus work and coennex things together for their good; and praising and blessing of God, that did thus work and coennex things together for their good; cc vvg cc vvg pp-f np1, cst vdd av vvi cc vvi n2 av p-acp po32 j; (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
360 If thou hopest to come to Heaven, to be thus excercised, to give God glory there, Oh! begin this work here for we pray Gods wil may be done on earth now, If thou hopest to come to Heaven, to be thus exercised, to give God glory there, Oh! begin this work Here for we pray God's will may be done on earth now, cs pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi av vvn, pc-acp vvi np1 n1 a-acp, uh vvb d n1 av c-acp pns12 vvb n2 vmb vmb vbi vdn p-acp n1 av, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
361 as it is done in Heaven. as it is done in Heaven. c-acp pn31 vbz vdn p-acp n1. (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
362 As on the contrary, it wil be a great part of the torment of the damned, that they shal there see how one work of Justice made way for another, As on the contrary, it will be a great part of the torment of the damned, that they shall there see how one work of justice made Way for Another, p-acp p-acp dt n-jn, pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, cst pns32 vmb a-acp vvi c-crq crd n1 pp-f n1 vvn n1 p-acp j-jn, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
363 how one passage of Gods Providence made way to one Judgment, and that to another, how one passage of God's Providence made Way to one Judgement, and that to Another, c-crq crd n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvn n1 p-acp crd n1, cc cst p-acp j-jn, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
364 and that to another, and so til they were plunged into the bottomless pit for ever, and that to Another, and so till they were plunged into the bottomless pit for ever, cc cst p-acp j-jn, cc av c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1 c-acp av, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
365 and the very sight how God wrought from one to another, wil be torment enough to them; and the very sighed how God wrought from one to Another, will be torment enough to them; cc dt j n1 c-crq np1 vvd p-acp pi p-acp n-jn, vmb vbi n1 av-d p-acp pno32; (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
366 Wel, that is the Second, to consider of the connexion of Gods mercies. A Third Use of the Point is this. Well, that is the Second, to Consider of the connexion of God's Mercies. A Third Use of the Point is this. uh, cst vbz dt ord, pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2. dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz d. (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
333 USE. 2. USE. 2. n1. crd (185) application (DIV2) 25 Image 160
334 If this be so when God is in a way of mercy, one mercy wil let out another, If this be so when God is in a Way of mercy, one mercy will let out Another, cs d vbb av c-crq np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, crd n1 vmb vvi av j-jn, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
335 hence al the Saints of God are taught and admonished to observe, and take diligent notice of the connexion of Gods mercies towards them, hence all the Saints of God Are taught and admonished to observe, and take diligent notice of the connexion of God's Mercies towards them, av d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn cc vvn pc-acp vvi, cc vvb j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp pno32, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
336 for certainly this is Gods way to them, one mercy maketh way for another, and if thou belongest to God, that hath been his way to thee, all thy life time even from his Electing thee; for Certainly this is God's Way to them, one mercy makes Way for Another, and if thou belongest to God, that hath been his Way to thee, all thy life time even from his Electing thee; c-acp av-j d vbz npg1 n1 p-acp pno32, crd n1 vvz n1 p-acp j-jn, cc cs pns21 vv2 p-acp np1, cst vhz vbn po31 n1 p-acp pno21, d po21 n1 n1 av p-acp po31 vvg pno21; (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
337 only now it is thy duty to be observant, how God hath made one mercy a door of hope to another mercy, only now it is thy duty to be observant, how God hath made one mercy a door of hope to Another mercy, av-j av pn31 vbz po21 n1 pc-acp vbi j, c-crq np1 vhz vvn crd n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn n1, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
338 and it is a special work to observe Gods waies towards a Christian, a special work of the Sabbath, many of you (especially you that are not book-learned) you say you know not how to spend the Sabbath after the publique exercise is done, and it is a special work to observe God's ways towards a Christian, a special work of the Sabbath, many of you (especially you that Are not book-learned) you say you know not how to spend the Sabbath After the public exercise is done, cc pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n2 p-acp dt njp, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, d pp-f pn22 (av-j pn22 cst vbr xx j) pn22 vvb pn22 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vbz vdn, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
339 but must walk up and down the streets &c. here is a work for them that are not book-learned to spend the Sabbath in; but must walk up and down the streets etc. Here is a work for them that Are not book-learned to spend the Sabbath in; cc-acp vmb vvi a-acp cc a-acp dt n2 av av vbz dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp; (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
340 If thou beest godly, then sometimes every Sabbath recollect all the waies of Gods merciful providence towards thee, ever since thy Youth and Childhood, If thou Best godly, then sometime every Sabbath recollect all the ways of God's merciful providence towards thee, ever since thy Youth and Childhood, cs pns21 vb2s j, av av d n1 vvb d dt n2 pp-f n2 j n1 p-acp pno21, av c-acp po21 n1 cc n1, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
341 and how one hath had a connexion to another, how one mercy hath let in another mercy, and how one hath had a connexion to Another, how one mercy hath let in Another mercy, cc c-crq pi vhz vhn dt n1 p-acp j-jn, c-crq crd n1 vhz vvn p-acp j-jn n1, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
342 and that lets in a third, and that third a fourth, and you shal see how the track of Gods goodness hath been towards you al your daies, and that lets in a third, and that third a fourth, and you shall see how the track of God's Goodness hath been towards you all your days, cc d vvz p-acp dt ord, cc cst ord dt ord, cc pn22 vmb vvi c-crq dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vhz vbn p-acp pn22 d po22 n2, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
343 and that wil be a most sweet meditation for you, wherein God shal have a great deal of Glory; and that will be a most sweet meditation for you, wherein God shall have a great deal of Glory; cc cst vmb vbi dt av-ds j n1 p-acp pn22, c-crq np1 vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f n1; (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
344 the 92. Psalme is a Psalme appointed for the Sa••ath, and you shal find that it is a Psalme of contemplation of the works of God, the 92. Psalm is a Psalm appointed for the Sa••ath, and you shall find that it is a Psalm of contemplation of the works of God, dt crd n1 vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
345 and the waies of Gods mercies trwards his people; and the ways of God's Mercies trwards his people; cc dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2 av po31 n1; (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
346 it is a special way to understand the connexion of things, and the connexion of causes, it is a special Way to understand the connexion of things, and the connexion of Causes, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
348 and this is the difference between Sence and Reason, the bruit Beasts that have only sence, they taste the sweetness of a thing, and this is the difference between Sense and Reason, the bruit Beasts that have only sense, they taste the sweetness of a thing, cc d vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, dt n1 n2 cst vhb j n1, pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (185) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
367 USE. 3. If this be so hence we are taught to entertain every mercy of God kindly, USE. 3. If this be so hence we Are taught to entertain every mercy of God kindly, n1. crd cs d vbb av av pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f np1 av-j, (186) application (DIV2) 26 Image 160
372 And then the fourth is this. And then the fourth is this. cc av dt ord vbz d. (186) application (DIV2) 27 Image 160
371 and therefore let us entertain it kindly at the door, let us entertain it kindly, for certainly it wil make way for further mercy; that shal be the Third. and Therefore let us entertain it kindly At the door, let us entertain it kindly, for Certainly it will make Way for further mercy; that shall be the Third. cc av vvb pno12 vvi pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi pn31 av-j, c-acp av-j pn31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp jc n1; cst vmb vbi dt ord. (186) application (DIV2) 27 Image 160
370 but (Brethren) every mercy that cometh to us if we be godly, it cometh as a Messenger of good tidings, it cometh to bring more mercy with it, but (Brothers) every mercy that comes to us if we be godly, it comes as a Messenger of good tidings, it comes to bring more mercy with it, cc-acp (n2) d n1 cst vvz p-acp pno12 cs pns12 vbb j, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi dc n1 p-acp pn31, (186) application (DIV2) 27 Image 160
369 Indeed when the Prophet Elisha knew the Messenger of the King came to do mischief to him, he bids them entertain him roughly at the door, hardly at the door, Indeed when the Prophet Elisha knew the Messenger of the King Come to do mischief to him, he bids them entertain him roughly At the door, hardly At the door, av c-crq dt n1 np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz pno32 vvi pno31 av-j p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt n1, (186) application (DIV2) 27 Image 160
368 and to make much of al Gods mercies, if we belong to God, every mercy comes but as a Messenger of further mercy, Oh! entertain it wel, entertain it kindly, imbrace it, make good use of it; and to make much of all God's Mercies, if we belong to God, every mercy comes but as a Messenger of further mercy, Oh! entertain it well, entertain it kindly, embrace it, make good use of it; cc pc-acp vvi d pp-f d ng1 n2, cs pns12 vvb p-acp np1, d n1 vvz p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f jc n1, uh vvb pn31 av, vvb pn31 av-j, vvi pn31, vvb j n1 pp-f pn31; (186) application (DIV2) 27 Image 160
399 than to follow God in the way of mercy, I wil not say that there is no door of hope for thee, than to follow God in the Way of mercy, I will not say that there is no door of hope for thee, cs pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
409 again fiftly from this point learn this. again Fifty from this point Learn this. av ord p-acp d n1 vvi d. (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
408 if God be coming in a way of Mercy if this day by the word at this time he begin to open any of your hearts labor to follow him, to go in at this door of hope. Wel that is the fourth; if God be coming in a Way of Mercy if this day by the word At this time he begin to open any of your hearts labour to follow him, to go in At this door of hope. Well that is the fourth; cs np1 vbb vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cs d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi d pp-f po22 ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. uh-av cst vbz dt ord; (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
407 but what hope is there now for me? Oh! take heed for time to come, any of you, but what hope is there now for me? Oh! take heed for time to come, any of you, cc-acp q-crq n1 vbz a-acp av p-acp pno11? uh vvb n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, d pp-f pn22, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
406 and if God never had been coming towards me, there might have been some hope, and if God never had been coming towards me, there might have been Some hope, cc cs np1 av vhd vbn vvg p-acp pno11, pc-acp vmd vhi vbn d n1, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
405 but God did open my heart, and I did shut my heart against him, and these thoughts and conclusions are the despairing and sinking thoughts of men and women upon their sick beds, but God did open my heart, and I did shut my heart against him, and these thoughts and conclusions Are the despairing and sinking thoughts of men and women upon their sick Beds, cc-acp np1 vdd vvi po11 n1, cc pns11 vdd vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno31, cc d n2 cc n2 vbr dt j-vvg cc vvg n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 j n2, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
404 and then if any Minister come to offer Mercy, I (you wil say) it is for those that have a time of Mercy, and then if any Minister come to offer Mercy, I (you will say) it is for those that have a time of Mercy, cc av cs d n1 vvb pc-acp vvi n1, pns11 (pn22 vmb vvi) pn31 vbz p-acp d cst vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
403 and then thy conscience wil give ananswer, it is true there was a door of hope opened to me, and then thy conscience will give ananswer, it is true there was a door of hope opened to me, cc av po21 n1 vmb vvi vvi, pn31 vbz j a-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno11, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
402 If thou shouldest come to thy sick bed, or death bed, perhaps thy conscience wil preach that to thee that now I am preaching to thee, If thou Shouldst come to thy sick Bed, or death Bed, perhaps thy conscience will preach that to thee that now I am preaching to thee, cs pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp po21 j n1, cc n1 n1, av po21 n1 vmb vvi cst p-acp pno21 cst av pns11 vbm vvg p-acp pno21, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
401 and thou haddest need look to it, for this consideration sinketh the hearts of men and women afterwards; and thou Hadst need look to it, for this consideration sinks the hearts of men and women afterwards; cc pns21 vhd2 n1 vvi p-acp pn31, c-acp d n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 av; (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
400 for there may be a door of hope, but this I wil say, that thy condition is a lamentable and most greivous condition, for there may be a door of hope, but this I will say, that thy condition is a lamentable and most grievous condition, c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp d pns11 vmb vvi, cst po21 n1 vbz dt j cc av-ds j n1, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
398 and so n•glectedest the day of Grace, there was a door of hope, but there was another door thou haddest a mind rather to follow, and so n•glectedest the day of Grace, there was a door of hope, but there was Another door thou Hadst a mind rather to follow, cc av vvd2 dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbds j-jn n1 pns21 vhd2 dt n1 av-c p-acp vvb, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
397 but thou wentest away into thy shop, into thy calling, perhaps into the Tavern or Alehouse, to thy gaming, to thy company, but thou wentest away into thy shop, into thy calling, perhaps into the Tavern or Alehouse, to thy gaming, to thy company, cc-acp pns21 vvd2 av p-acp po21 n1, p-acp po21 n1, av p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp po21 n-vvg, p-acp po21 n1, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
396 and to make it effectual to thee, this had been a gracious work to thy soul, and to make it effectual to thee, this had been a gracious work to thy soul, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp pno21, d vhd vbn dt j n1 p-acp po21 n1, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
395 and there cried to God to follow on that Good work that he had begun, and there cried to God to follow on that Good work that he had begun, cc a-acp vvd p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 cst pns31 vhd vvn, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
394 If (it may be) when God was in a way of mercy to thee, thou haddest had a heart to go into thy closet, If (it may be) when God was in a Way of mercy to thee, thou Hadst had a heart to go into thy closet, cs (pn31 vmb vbi) c-crq np1 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21, pns21 vhd2 vhn dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
393 if they had at such a time followed God, when he was in a way of Mercy. if they had At such a time followed God, when he was in a Way of Mercy. cs pns32 vhd p-acp d dt n1 vvd np1, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
392 and Christ is gone? I had a day, if I had knowen it, Oh! it had been happy for many in this place, and christ is gone? I had a day, if I had known it, Oh! it had been happy for many in this place, cc np1 vbz vvn? pns11 vhd dt n1, cs pns11 vhd vvn pn31, uh pn31 vhd vbn j p-acp d p-acp d n1, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
391 but now it is otherwise with me, and for ought I know God is gone, but now it is otherwise with me, and for ought I know God is gone, cc-acp av pn31 vbz av p-acp pno11, cc c-acp pi pns11 vvb np1 vbz vvn, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
390 and my heart now is hard, but it was beginning to be softened? but Oh! how hard it is now, God was opening my heart, and my heart now is hard, but it was beginning to be softened? but Oh! how hard it is now, God was opening my heart, cc po11 n1 av vbz j, cc-acp pn31 vbds vvg pc-acp vbi vvn? cc-acp uh q-crq j pn31 vbz av, np1 vbds vvg po11 n1, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
389 but wo to me the door is shut, I find my heart shut up, and my conscience shut up, but woe to me the door is shut, I find my heart shut up, and my conscience shut up, cc-acp n1 p-acp pno11 dt n1 vbz vvn, pns11 vvb po11 n1 vvn a-acp, cc po11 n1 vvn a-acp, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
388 May not many say, Oh! that I had a door of hope, there was such a mercy of God towards me, May not many say, Oh! that I had a door of hope, there was such a mercy of God towards me, vmb xx d vvi, uh cst pns11 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbds d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno11, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
387 but fooles and wretched men to stick in the birth and come not forth; and alas! but Fools and wretched men to stick in the birth and come not forth; and alas! cc-acp n2 cc j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc vvb xx av; cc uh! (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
373 USE. 4 USE. 4 n1. crd (187) application (DIV2) 27 Image 160
374 The consideration of this point may cause abundance of humiliation to our hearts, cause exceeding sad thoughts, The consideration of this point may cause abundance of humiliation to our hearts, cause exceeding sad thoughts, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2, n1 vvg j n2, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
375 if this be so that one mercy of God makes way to another, one mercy if it be sanctified, if this be so that one mercy of God makes Way to Another, one mercy if it be sanctified, cs d vbb av d crd n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1 p-acp j-jn, crd n1 cs pn31 vbb vvn, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
376 and have the blessing of God with it, it is a door of hope to another, and have the blessing of God with it, it is a door of hope to Another, cc vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
377 hence when we look backwards to these waies of Gods mercies, that have been heretofore towards us, hence when we look backwards to these ways of God's Mercies, that have been heretofore towards us, av c-crq pns12 vvb av-j p-acp d n2 pp-f npg1 n2, cst vhb vbn av p-acp pno12, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
378 and look to the oppertunities that we have had of obtaining further mercy from God, and look to the opportunities that we have had of obtaining further mercy from God, cc vvb p-acp dt n2 cst pns12 vhb vhn pp-f vvg av-jc n1 p-acp np1, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
379 and consider how we have lost them, when God was in a way with us, Oh! that should draw tears of blood from us, look back to thy life. and Consider how we have lost them, when God was in a Way with us, Oh! that should draw tears of blood from us, look back to thy life. cc vvb c-crq pns12 vhb vvn pno32, c-crq np1 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, uh cst vmd vvi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, vvb av p-acp po21 n1. (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
380 I suppose there is never one in this congregation, but in looking back to the waies of Gods providence to them, they cannot but cry, Oh! the Lord was once in a way of mercy to me, there was a time that certainly God was merciful to me, I suppose there is never one in this congregation, but in looking back to the ways of God's providence to them, they cannot but cry, Oh! the Lord was once in a Way of mercy to me, there was a time that Certainly God was merciful to me, pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz av crd p-acp d n1, cc-acp p-acp vvg av p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi, uh dt n1 vbds a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno11, pc-acp vbds dt n1 cst av-j np1 vbds j p-acp pno11, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
381 Nay, not only in outwad mercies, such and such deliverances I had at such a time, Oh! had I followed those mercies, What might I have gotten? when I was crying to God for deliverance, God heard me, God hath delivered me, delivered my family, Nay, not only in outwad Mercies, such and such Deliverances I had At such a time, Oh! had I followed those Mercies, What might I have got? when I was crying to God for deliverance, God herd me, God hath Delivered me, Delivered my family, uh-x, xx av-j p-acp n1 n2, d cc d n2 pns11 vhd p-acp d dt n1, uh vhn pns11 vvn d n2, q-crq vmd pns11 vhb vvn? c-crq pns11 vbds vvg p-acp np1 p-acp n1, np1 vvd pno11, np1 vhz vvn pno11, vvd po11 n1, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
382 now God (as it were) was in a way of mercy to me, O! had I followed that then, what might I have gotten? but I neglected the opportunity, I lost it, now God (as it were) was in a Way of mercy to me, OH! had I followed that then, what might I have got? but I neglected the opportunity, I lost it, av np1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno11, uh vhn pns11 vvn cst av, q-crq vmd pns11 vhb vvn? cc-acp pns11 vvd dt n1, pns11 vvd pn31, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
383 and now God is in another way with me, but especially when you look back to the opportunities that you have had for the good of your souls, hath not God many times bin in a way of mercy to your souls? Oh! was not there such a time when you began to have frequent workings of Gods spirit in you? you began to have light darted into your Consciences, to have the spirit of God drawing your hearts, that when you came to the word, you found the word coming with power, and now God is in Another Way with me, but especially when you look back to the opportunities that you have had for the good of your Souls, hath not God many times been in a Way of mercy to your Souls? Oh! was not there such a time when you began to have frequent workings of God's Spirit in you? you began to have Light darted into your Consciences, to have the Spirit of God drawing your hearts, that when you Come to the word, you found the word coming with power, cc av np1 vbz p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp pno11, cc-acp av-j c-crq pn22 vvb av p-acp dt n2 cst pn22 vhb vhn p-acp dt j pp-f po22 n2, vhz xx np1 d n2 vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n2? uh vbds xx a-acp d dt n1 c-crq pn22 vvd pc-acp vhi j n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pn22? pn22 vvd pc-acp vhi av-j vvn p-acp po22 n2, pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg po22 n2, cst c-crq pn22 vvd p-acp dt n1, pn22 vvd dt n1 vvg p-acp n1, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
384 and the spirit of God sealing it, and your hearts did begin to yeild, and to melt before God, Oh! what might you have gotten if you had gone on, and the Spirit of God sealing it, and your hearts did begin to yield, and to melt before God, Oh! what might you have got if you had gone on, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg pn31, cc po22 n2 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, uh q-crq vmd pn22 vhb vvn cs pn22 vhd vvn a-acp, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
385 if you had followed God in those convictions of conscience, and in those beginnings of troubles you had, if you had followed God in those convictions of conscience, and in those beginnings of Troubles you had, cs pn22 vhd vvn np1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp d n2 pp-f n2 pn22 vhd, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
386 and workings of Gods spirit, what might you have come to now? There was a door of hope, and workings of God's Spirit, what might you have come to now? There was a door of hope, cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq vmd pn22 vhb vvn p-acp av? pc-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, (187) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
421 yet further in the sixt place, the sixt Use of this may be of great conscequence too. yet further in the sixt place, the sixt Use of this may be of great conscequence too. av av-jc p-acp dt ord n1, dt ord n1 pp-f d vmb vbi pp-f j n1 av. (188) application (DIV2) 29 Image 160
410 USE, 5. USE, 5. vvb, crd (188) application (DIV2) 28 Image 160
411 If one Mercy be but an inlet to another Mercy, then this should teach al the people of God, to be content to beare one affliction, If one Mercy be but an inlet to Another Mercy, then this should teach all the people of God, to be content to bear one affliction, cs crd n1 vbb p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1, cs d vmd vvi d dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi crd n1, (188) application (DIV2) 29 Image 160
412 though it be but a way making for another affliction; though it be but a Way making for Another affliction; cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp j-jn n1; (188) application (DIV2) 29 Image 160
413 the argument runs thus, It is true there cometh an affliction, and by and by another, the argument runs thus, It is true there comes an affliction, and by and by Another, dt n1 vvz av, pn31 vbz j a-acp vvz dt n1, cc p-acp cc p-acp j-jn, (188) application (DIV2) 29 Image 160
414 and that makes way for another, and so the cloudes rise after the raine, and how many poor weak hearts are plunged and dejected, they can bear one affliction, I, and that makes Way for Another, and so the Clouds rise After the rain, and how many poor weak hearts Are plunged and dejected, they can bear one affliction, I, cc d vvz n1 p-acp j-jn, cc av dt n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc c-crq d j j n2 vbr vvn cc vvn, pns32 vmb vvi crd n1, pns11, (188) application (DIV2) 29 Image 160
415 but when another cometh, and another cometh, at length they fal down under the weight of their afflictions, but when Another comes, and Another comes, At length they fall down under the weight of their afflictions, cc-acp c-crq j-jn vvz, cc n-jn vvz, p-acp n1 pns32 vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (188) application (DIV2) 29 Image 160
416 but if thou be one that belongest to God, and hast the assurance of this point that I have this day been preaching to thee, but if thou be one that belongest to God, and hast the assurance of this point that I have this day been preaching to thee, cc-acp cs pns21 vbb crd cst vv2 p-acp np1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst pns11 vhb d n1 vbn vvg p-acp pno21, (188) application (DIV2) 29 Image 160
417 then use it as an argument to uphold thy heart, It is true one affliction cometh after another, then use it as an argument to uphold thy heart, It is true one affliction comes After Another, av vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, pn31 vbz j crd n1 vvz p-acp j-jn, (188) application (DIV2) 29 Image 160
418 and one affliction maketh way for another, and hath not one mercy come after another too, and one affliction makes Way for Another, and hath not one mercy come After Another too, cc crd n1 vvz n1 p-acp j-jn, cc vhz xx crd n1 vvn p-acp j-jn av, (188) application (DIV2) 29 Image 160
419 and hath not one mercy made way for another too? I am sure I have had mercies thick and three fold, and hath not one mercy made Way for Another too? I am sure I have had Mercies thick and three fold, cc vhz xx crd n1 vvd n1 p-acp j-jn av? pns11 vbm j pns11 vhb vhn n2 j cc crd n1, (188) application (DIV2) 29 Image 160
420 and one hath made way for another, and though I have new afflictions making way one for another yet let me beare them, considereing how long a time I have had mercies making way one for another; and one hath made Way for Another, and though I have new afflictions making Way one for Another yet let me bear them, considereing how long a time I have had Mercies making Way one for Another; cc pi vhz vvn n1 p-acp j-jn, cc cs pns11 vhb j n2 vvg n1 crd p-acp n-jn av vvb pno11 vvi pno32, vvg c-crq av-j dt n1 pns11 vhb vhn n2 vvg n1 crd p-acp n-jn; (188) application (DIV2) 29 Image 160
428 and so take this second note of persevering comeing in here, when one duty shal make way for another duty, certainly that soul wil persevere in Duty. and so take this second note of persevering coming in Here, when one duty shall make Way for Another duty, Certainly that soul will persevere in Duty. cc av vvb d ord n1 pp-f j n-vvg p-acp av, c-crq crd n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp j-jn n1, av-j d n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1. (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
422 ƲSE. 6. ƲSE. 6. n1. crd (189) application (DIV2) 29 Image 160
423 That if this be the way of God towards his people, that one mercy shal make way for another, That if this be the Way of God towards his people, that one mercy shall make Way for Another, cst cs d vbb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pi n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp j-jn, (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
424 then it should be the way of the people of God towards him again, that one duty should make way for another duty, there is a great deal of reason for it, then it should be the Way of the people of God towards him again, that one duty should make Way for Another duty, there is a great deal of reason for it, cs pn31 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 av, cst pi n1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp j-jn n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
425 If God be thus gratious to us, that one mercy maketh way for another, then we should be so thankful to him, that one duty of ours should make way for another duty, If God be thus gracious to us, that one mercy makes Way for Another, then we should be so thankful to him, that one duty of ours should make Way for Another duty, cs np1 vbb av j p-acp pno12, cst pi n1 vvz n1 p-acp j-jn, cs pns12 vmd vbi av j p-acp pno31, cst pi n1 pp-f png12 vmd vvi n1 p-acp j-jn n1, (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
426 and this (brethren) is a most excellent thing, that one duty maketh way for another duty; and this (brothers) is a most excellent thing, that one duty makes Way for Another duty; cc d (n2) vbz dt av-ds j n1, cst pi n1 vvz n1 p-acp j-jn n1; (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
441 therefore if you mark this argument, that Gods mercies but makes way for another, therefore you wil have one duty make way for another, this is a certaine signe of continuance of mercy to thy soul. Again seventhly. Therefore if you mark this argument, that God's Mercies but makes Way for Another, Therefore you will have one duty make Way for Another, this is a certain Signen of Continuance of mercy to thy soul. Again seventhly. av cs pn22 vvb d n1, cst npg1 n2 cc-acp vvz n1 p-acp j-jn, av pn22 vmb vhi crd n1 vvi n1 p-acp j-jn, d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po21 n1. av av-j. (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
440 but here now in spiritual duties, one maketh way for another, though it be in another kind, in another way, this certainly comes from Grace, but Here now in spiritual duties, one makes Way for Another, though it be in Another kind, in Another Way, this Certainly comes from Grace, cc-acp av av p-acp j n2, pi vvz n1 p-acp j-jn, cs pn31 vbb p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp j-jn n1, d av-j vvz p-acp n1, (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
439 for so you may say, meerly through use I come to be more perfect, but when it fits in another kind, in another way, by excercise we come to be more fit for that habit, for so you may say, merely through use I come to be more perfect, but when it fits in Another kind, in Another Way, by Exercise we come to be more fit for that habit, c-acp av pn22 vmb vvi, av-j p-acp n1 pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi av-dc j, cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp n1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi av-dc j p-acp d n1, (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
438 therefore when I am put upon a duty upon conscience, and I find that one duty doth fit me for another, this is surely a gracious principle, not only fitteth me in the same kind, Therefore when I am put upon a duty upon conscience, and I find that one duty does fit me for Another, this is surely a gracious principle, not only fits me in the same kind, av c-crq pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc pns11 vvb cst crd n1 vdz vvi pno11 p-acp j-jn, d vbz av-j dt j n1, xx av-j vvz pno11 p-acp dt d n1, (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
437 but a Gracious principle puts me upon the doing of it, and puts strength in me to do it, but a Gracious principle puts me upon the doing of it, and puts strength in me to do it, cc-acp dt j n1 vvz pno11 p-acp dt vdg pp-f pn31, cc vvz n1 p-acp pno11 pc-acp vdi pn31, (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
436 for a natural conscience though it puts me upon the doing of it, yet it puts not strength in me to do it, for a natural conscience though it puts me upon the doing of it, yet it puts not strength in me to do it, p-acp dt j n1 cs pn31 vvz pno11 p-acp dt vdg pp-f pn31, av pn31 vvz xx n1 p-acp pno11 pc-acp vdi pn31, (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
435 and inable•h thee to another duty, this is a sign that it is not meerly out of a natural conscience, and inable•h thee to Another duty, this is a Signen that it is not merely out of a natural conscience, cc vvb pno21 p-acp j-jn n1, d vbz dt n1 cst pn31 vbz xx av-j av pp-f dt j n1, (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
434 If one duty that thou performest give strength to another duty, and make thee fitter for it, If one duty that thou performest give strength to Another duty, and make thee fitter for it, cs crd n1 cst pns21 vv2 vvb n1 p-acp j-jn n1, cc vvb pno21 jc p-acp pn31, (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
433 and that is this use I am now upon. and that is this use I am now upon. cc d vbz d n1 pns11 vbm av p-acp. (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
432 and that my duties are not out of the strength o• natural conscience? If I would give but one note and were to study never so long of it, I would give this note rather than any one, and that my duties Are not out of the strength o• natural conscience? If I would give but one note and were to study never so long of it, I would give this note rather than any one, cc cst po11 n2 vbr xx av pp-f dt n1 n1 j n1? cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp crd n1 cc vbdr pc-acp vvi av-x av j pp-f pn31, pns11 vmd vvi d n1 av-c cs d pi, (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
431 There are many I suppose are much troubled in this case of conscience, they say, that one that hath but the strength of a natural conscience he may performe duty out of this strength of a natural conscience how can I know then when I performe duty out of a gracious principle, a principle of sanctifying Grace, There Are many I suppose Are much troubled in this case of conscience, they say, that one that hath but the strength of a natural conscience he may perform duty out of this strength of a natural conscience how can I know then when I perform duty out of a gracious principle, a principle of sanctifying Grace, pc-acp vbr d pns11 vvb vbr av-d vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb, cst pi cst vhz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pns31 vmb vvi n1 av pp-f d n1 pp-f dt j n1 c-crq vmb pns11 vvi av c-crq pns11 vvb n1 av pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1, (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
430 and that which is done out of a principle of true sanctifying Grace; I beseech you observe it. and that which is done out of a principle of true sanctifying Grace; I beseech you observe it. cc cst r-crq vbz vdn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f j j-vvg n1; pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pn31. (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
429 But here is the difference between that which is done by the strength of a natural conscience, But Here is the difference between that which is done by the strength of a natural conscience, p-acp av vbz dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
427 as I told you before, when a duty is accounted a mercy, then it wil certainly persevere, as I told you before, when a duty is accounted a mercy, then it will Certainly persevere, c-acp pns11 vvd pn22 a-acp, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn dt n1, cs pn31 vmb av-j vvi, (189) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
443 It is the way of God when he comes in one mercy, that we should look upon it as a door of hope for further; It is the Way of God when he comes in one mercy, that we should look upon it as a door of hope for further; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp crd n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp jc; (190) application (DIV2) 31 Image 160
447 and thus an unbeleeving heart wil work out arguments of unbeleef, from the very mercies of God themselves; and thus an unbelieving heart will work out Arguments of unbelief, from the very Mercies of God themselves; cc av dt vvg n1 vmb vvi av n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 px32; (190) application (DIV2) 31 Image 160
446 but they wil never hold, they are mercies, but they are to prepare me for greater Judgments: but they will never hold, they Are Mercies, but they Are to prepare me for greater Judgments: cc-acp pns32 vmb av-x vvi, pns32 vbr n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp jc n2: (190) application (DIV2) 31 Image 160
445 but make it a door of unbeleif to shut out mercy, as you shal find an unbeleeving heart working from mercies thus, I, they are mercies indeed, but make it a door of unbelief to shut out mercy, as you shall find an unbelieving heart working from Mercies thus, I, they Are Mercies indeed, cc-acp vvb pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi av n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi dt vvg n1 vvg p-acp ng1 av, pns11, pns32 vbr n2 av, (190) application (DIV2) 31 Image 160
444 but yet (mark ye) our unbeleeving hearts wil usually draw consequences from Gods mercies to nourish unbelief, quite contrary to the raising hope and faith, not to make Gods mercies a door of hope to let in mercy, but yet (mark you) our unbelieving hearts will usually draw consequences from God's Mercies to nourish unbelief, quite contrary to the raising hope and faith, not to make God's Mercies a door of hope to let in mercy, cc-acp av (vvb pn22) po12 vvg n2 vmb av-j vvi n2 p-acp npg1 n2 pc-acp vvi n1, av j-jn p-acp dt vvg n1 cc n1, xx pc-acp vvi npg1 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (190) application (DIV2) 31 Image 160
442 ƲSE. 7. It should be a use of reprehension of our unbeleeving hearts thus. ƲSE. 7. It should be a use of reprehension of our unbelieving hearts thus. n1. crd pn31 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f po12 vvg n2 av. (190) application (DIV2) 30 Image 160
451 Again, an eight Use should be this. Again, an eight Use should be this. av, dt crd n1 vmd vbi d. (190) application (DIV2) 31 Image 160
450 but meerly to nourish their unbeleefe, and to strengthen their unbeleefe, whereas they should make them a doore of hope. but merely to nourish their unbelief, and to strengthen their unbelief, whereas they should make them a door of hope. cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cs pns32 vmd vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1. (190) application (DIV2) 31 Image 160
449 and yet (bretheren) there are many christians that make no other use of Gods mercies, and yet (brethren) there Are many Christians that make no other use of God's Mercies, cc av (n2) pc-acp vbr d njpg2 cst vvb dx j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 n2, (190) application (DIV2) 31 Image 160
448 This is a great sin, for God bestows mercys to raise up hope, and to help thy faith to work, not to helpe thy unbeleef to work, This is a great since, for God bestows Mercies to raise up hope, and to help thy faith to work, not to help thy unbelief to work, d vbz dt j n1, c-acp np1 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vvi, xx pc-acp vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vvi, (190) application (DIV2) 31 Image 160
456 Now the last Use which I intended most of al, and is the cheife Use of the point, is this. Now the last Use which I intended most of all, and is the chief Use of the point, is this. av dt ord n1 r-crq pns11 vvd ds pp-f d, cc vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz d. (191) application (DIV2) 32 Image 160
455 and do thou so with thy brother, for so is the command, Be ye merciful as your heavenly Father is merciful. and do thou so with thy brother, for so is the command, Be you merciful as your heavenly Father is merciful. cc vdb pns21 av p-acp po21 n1, c-acp av vbz dt n1, vbb pn22 j p-acp po22 j n1 vbz j. (191) application (DIV2) 32 Image 160
454 and therefore I may now go on in my covetousness, no, if so be thou hast gracious principles, one action of Mercy must make way for another, one forgivness of thy brother in one thing, must make way for another, one action of liberality must make way for another thus God dealeth with thee, and Therefore I may now go on in my covetousness, no, if so be thou hast gracious principles, one actium of Mercy must make Way for Another, one Forgiveness of thy brother in one thing, must make Way for Another, one actium of liberality must make Way for Another thus God deals with thee, cc av pns11 vmb av vvi a-acp p-acp po11 n1, uh-dx, cs av vbb pns21 vh2 j n2, crd n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp j-jn, crd n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp crd n1, vmb vvi n1 p-acp j-jn, crd n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp j-jn av np1 vvz p-acp pno21, (191) application (DIV2) 32 Image 160
453 Be ye merciful as your heavenly Father is merciful doth one mercy of God make way for anorher? let one good action (I mean of Mercy to your brother) make way for another, do not say I have done so much already, Be you merciful as your heavenly Father is merciful does one mercy of God make Way for anorher? let one good actium (I mean of Mercy to your brother) make Way for Another, do not say I have done so much already, vbb pn22 j p-acp po22 j n1 vbz j vdz pi n1 pp-f np1 vvi n1 p-acp n1? vvb crd j n1 (pns11 vvb pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n1) vvb n1 p-acp j-jn, vdb xx vvi pns11 vhb vdn av av-d av, (191) application (DIV2) 32 Image 160
452 USE. 8. USE. 8. n1. crd (191) application (DIV2) 31 Image 160
636 & maketh it not only litteral, but Tipical to tipify Gods waies of dealings with other Churches to the end of the world, & makes it not only literal, but Typical to tipify God's ways of dealings with other Churches to the end of the world, cc vv2 pn31 xx av-j j, cc-acp j pc-acp vvi npg1 n2 pp-f n2-vvg p-acp n-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
532 I remember I have read that Josephus speaking concerning the destruction of the Temple, he saith that at the time a little before the Temple was destroyed, that the Temple door that refused to be opened by thirty men, it was so great that it required the service of thirty men every mornning to open the door, I Remember I have read that Josephus speaking Concerning the destruction of the Temple, he Says that At the time a little before the Temple was destroyed, that the Temple door that refused to be opened by thirty men, it was so great that it required the service of thirty men every morning to open the door, pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vvn d np1 vvg vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz cst p-acp dt n1 dt j p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn, cst dt n1 n1 cst vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp crd n2, pn31 vbds av j cst pn31 vvd dt n1 pp-f crd n2 d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (192) application (DIV2) 38 Image 160
533 and every night to shut it, yet a little before the destruction of the Temple, that door flew open alone of its own accord, and every night to shut it, yet a little before the destruction of the Temple, that door flew open alone of its own accord, cc d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, av dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst n1 vvd j j pp-f po31 d n1, (192) application (DIV2) 38 Image 160
534 and they took it as a mighty ominous thing, as the hand of God. and they took it as a mighty ominous thing, as the hand of God. cc pns32 vvd pn31 p-acp dt j j n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (192) application (DIV2) 38 Image 160
535 Surely this door of hope could not have been opened by al the skil and power of men, they could not conceive the way, God came by his immediate hand and opened it, a mighty hand, Surely this door of hope could not have been opened by all the skill and power of men, they could not conceive the Way, God Come by his immediate hand and opened it, a mighty hand, np1 d n1 pp-f n1 vmd xx vhi vbn vvn p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, pns32 vmd xx vvi dt n1, np1 vvd p-acp po31 j n1 cc vvd pn31, dt j n1, (192) application (DIV2) 38 Image 160
536 an out stretched arme of God hath taken the barrs away, and opened this door of hope, an out stretched arm of God hath taken the bars away, and opened this door of hope, cs av j-vvn n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn dt n2 av, cc vvd d n1 pp-f n1, (192) application (DIV2) 38 Image 160
537 now to abuse it, or not to thank the name of God in that, in which Gods hand hath feemed remarkable, Oh! this is a greivious sin, now to abuse it, or not to thank the name of God in that, in which God's hand hath seemed remarkable, Oh! this is a greivious since, av pc-acp vvi pn31, cc xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d, p-acp r-crq npg1 n1 vhz vvn j, uh d vbz dt j n1, (192) application (DIV2) 38 Image 160
538 and a mighty provoking of God, since this is the door that Gods mighty hand hath opened. Again further. and a mighty provoking of God, since this is the door that God's mighty hand hath opened. Again further. cc dt j j-vvg pp-f np1, c-acp d vbz dt n1 cst n2 j n1 vhz vvn. av av-jc. (192) application (DIV2) 38 Image 160
539 6. It is a door that many adversaries have laboured to shut a long time, Oh! what devices, councels, plotts, al the waies that possibly could be devised to shut this door, 6. It is a door that many Adversaries have laboured to shut a long time, Oh! what devices, Counsels, plots, all the ways that possibly could be devised to shut this door, crd pn31 vbz dt n1 cst d n2 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1, uh q-crq n2, n2, n2, d dt n2 cst av-j vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d n1, (192) application (DIV2) 39 Image 160
540 but God hath kept it open, and put in a bar to keep it open notwithstanding our adversaries; but God hath kept it open, and put in a bar to keep it open notwithstanding our Adversaries; cc-acp np1 vhz vvn pn31 j, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp po12 n2; (192) application (DIV2) 39 Image 160
541 We may say of this as Saint Paul in another case speaking of another door, in 1 Cor. 16.9. We may say of this as Saint Paul in Another case speaking of Another door, in 1 Cor. 16.9. pns12 vmb vvi pp-f d c-acp n1 np1 p-acp j-jn n1 vvg pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp crd np1 crd. (192) application (DIV2) 39 Image 160
542 There was an effectual door opened, and there were many adversaries for it, so we may say that here is a door opened, and many adversaties there be. There was an effectual door opened, and there were many Adversaries for it, so we may say that Here is a door opened, and many adversities there be. a-acp vbds dt j n1 vvd, cc a-acp vbdr d n2 c-acp pn31, av pns12 vmb vvi cst av vbz dt n1 vvd, cc d n2 pc-acp vbi. (192) application (DIV2) 39 Image 160
543 Yea further in the next place. Yea further in the next place. uh av-j p-acp dt ord n1. (192) application (DIV2) 39 Image 160
544 7. This door, Oh! it is a door of mercy by mercy, and therefore be thankful, (I say) it is a door of mercy by mercy. 7. This door, Oh! it is a door of mercy by mercy, and Therefore be thankful, (I say) it is a door of mercy by mercy. crd d n1, uh pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc av vbi j, (pns11 vvb) pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
691 so let this be the conclusion of al, I pray that at the last there may be a door of faith opened to this Congriation, to receive these truths that have bin delivered by faith. so let this be the conclusion of all, I pray that At the last there may be a door of faith opened to this Congriation, to receive these truths that have been Delivered by faith. av vvb d vbb dt n1 pp-f d, pns11 vvb cst p-acp dt ord pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp n1. (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
690 and so the Lord open your hearts. And as ye read there was an effectual door of faith opened to the Gentiles, and so the Lord open your hearts. And as you read there was an effectual door of faith opened to the Gentiles, cc av dt n1 vvb po22 n2. cc c-acp pn22 vvb a-acp vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n2-j, (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
689 and now the Lord grant to every one of you as he did to Lidia, the text saith, the Lord opened her heart, and now the Lord grant to every one of you as he did to Lidia, the text Says, the Lord opened her heart, cc av dt n1 vvb p-acp d crd pp-f pn22 c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp np1, dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vvd po31 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
688 and our hearts, and our Arms, and our hands wide, and the Lord wil fil them, and our hearts, and our Arms, and our hands wide, and the Lord will fill them, cc po12 n2, cc po12 n2, cc po12 n2 j, cc dt n1 vmb vvi pno32, (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
687 Certainly God he hath dilivered us from the Egyptian bondage, let us open our mouths, Certainly God he hath Delivered us from the Egyptian bondage, let us open our mouths, av-j np1 pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt jp n1, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2, (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
686 and al that we are or have to maintain a good cause, God hath done much, he wil do much in Psalmes. I have brought you out of the Land of Egypt, open your mouth wide that I may fil it, I have done great things, brought you out of the land of Egypt, open your mouth wide that I may fil it. and all that we Are or have to maintain a good cause, God hath done much, he will do much in Psalms. I have brought you out of the Land of Egypt, open your Mouth wide that I may fill it, I have done great things, brought you out of the land of Egypt, open your Mouth wide that I may fill it. cc d cst pns12 vbr cc vhb pc-acp vvi dt j n1, np1 vhz vdn d, pns31 vmb vdi av-d p-acp n2. pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb po22 n1 av-j cst pns11 vmb vvi pn31, pns11 vhb vdn j n2, vvd pn22 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb po22 n1 av-j cst pns11 vmb vvi pn31. (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
685 and open our desires to him, let him know that we are willing to venture our estates, our liberties, our lives, and open our Desires to him, let him know that we Are willing to venture our estates, our Liberties, our lives, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp pno31, vvb pno31 vvi cst pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2, (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
684 and do what we can in our places, and with the strength that we have, let us open our hearts, and do what we can in our places, and with the strength that we have, let us open our hearts, cc vdb r-crq pns12 vmb p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vhb, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2, (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
683 the text saith, There was a door opened in heaven, (brethren) certainly there is a door opened in heaven, let us incourage our hearts, the text Says, There was a door opened in heaven, (brothers) Certainly there is a door opened in heaven, let us encourage our hearts, dt n1 vvz, pc-acp vbds dt n1 vvd p-acp n1, (n2) av-j a-acp vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp n1, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2, (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
682 and stand in the door, and look how God is comming, and close with him, and meete God in every way of his mercy, in Reve. 4.1. and stand in the door, and look how God is coming, and close with him, and meet God in every Way of his mercy, in Reve. 4.1. cc vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvb c-crq np1 vbz vvg, cc av-j p-acp pno31, cc vvi np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp np1 crd. (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
681 wherfore then for the conclusion of al, O! let every one therefore now goe on in the name of God, Wherefore then for the conclusion of all, OH! let every one Therefore now go on in the name of God, c-crq av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, uh vvb d crd av av vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
680 An ordinary reformation in deliverance from the oppression of the state, it is not enough to set out the infinite pardoning and loving kindness of God, an ordinary Reformation in deliverance from the oppression of the state, it is not enough to Set out the infinite pardoning and loving kindness of God, dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi av dt j vvg cc j-vvg n1 pp-f np1, (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
679 as may set out God to be an infinite and great God. as may Set out God to be an infinite and great God. c-acp vmb vvi av np1 pc-acp vbi dt j cc j np1. (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
678 now this reformation in our land, it shal set up God in his glory, that we hope for, our hope is at the lowest except we hope for such great things, now this Reformation in our land, it shall Set up God in his glory, that we hope for, our hope is At the lowest except we hope for such great things, av d n1 p-acp po12 n1, pn31 vmb vvi a-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns12 vvb p-acp, po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt js c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp d j n2, (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
677 Now (brethren) we may hope to have that from God, that shal make God appear a wonder-working God, that shal set up God in his glory, Now (brothers) we may hope to have that from God, that shall make God appear a wonder-working God, that shall Set up God in his glory, av (n2) pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi d p-acp np1, cst vmb vvi np1 vvi dt j np1, cst vmb vvi a-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
676 God loveth to make his loving kindness to his Church miraculous. God loves to make his loving kindness to his Church miraculous. np1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 j-vvg n1 p-acp po31 n1 j. (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
675 And (brethren) we have to deale with a great God and his designe is to magnifie his great name in the good of his Church, in the 17. Psalme. Thou hast shewed thy marvailous loving kindness, The word as is is taken by some may be read, Lord, make thy loving kindness wonderful, miraculous. And (brothers) we have to deal with a great God and his Design is to magnify his great name in the good of his Church, in the 17. Psalm. Thou hast showed thy marvelous loving kindness, The word as is is taken by Some may be read, Lord, make thy loving kindness wondered, miraculous. cc (n2) pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j np1 cc po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt crd n1. pns21 vh2 vvn po21 j j-vvg n1, dt n1 c-acp vbz vbz vvn p-acp d vmb vbi vvn, n1, vvb po21 j-vvg n1 j, j. (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
674 and therefore the King when he smote the ground twice or thrice, he should have smote seven or eight times. and Therefore the King when he smote the ground twice or thrice, he should have smote seven or eight times. cc av dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 av cc av, pns31 vmd vhi vvn crd cc crd n2. (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
673 and therefore we are to raise up our hopes to higher & greater things: and Therefore we Are to raise up our hope's to higher & greater things: cc av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp jc cc jc n2: (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
672 a year or two agoe that we now have was as unlikely, as perfect reformation now is; a year or two ago that we now have was as unlikely, as perfect Reformation now is; dt n1 cc crd av cst pns12 av vhb vbds a-acp j, c-acp j n1 av vbz; (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
671 than that we have now was difficult a year or two agoe; than that we have now was difficult a year or two ago; cs cst pns12 vhb av vbds j dt n1 cc crd av; (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
670 and let us not be discouraged, though we think perfect reformation a difficult thing, yet (brethren) perfect reformation now is not more difficult, and let us not be discouraged, though we think perfect Reformation a difficult thing, yet (brothers) perfect Reformation now is not more difficult, cc vvb pno12 xx vbi vvn, cs pns12 vvb j n1 dt j n1, av (n2) j n1 av vbz xx av-dc j, (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
669 3. Let our hopes now rise higher, God would have our hopes raised higher, seeing he hath opened a door let us stand in the door, 3. Let our hope's now rise higher, God would have our hope's raised higher, seeing he hath opened a door let us stand in the door, crd vvb po12 n2 av vvi jc, np1 vmd vhi po12 n2 vvd av-jc, vvg pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1, (192) application (DIV2) 50 Image 160
668 and following the waies of God. and following the ways of God. cc vvg dt n2 pp-f np1. (192) application (DIV2) 49 Image 160
667 So that strength that we should have spent under the cruelty of our oppressors, now should be spent in the keeping of Gods statutes, So that strength that we should have spent under the cruelty of our Oppressors's, now should be spent in the keeping of God's statutes, av d n1 cst pns12 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, av vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f npg1 n2, (192) application (DIV2) 49 Image 160
666 Thou hast (O Lord) delivered me from my oppressors, therefore wil I keepe thy statutes; Thou hast (Oh Lord) Delivered me from my Oppressors's, Therefore will I keep thy statutes; pns21 vh2 (uh n1) vvd pno11 p-acp po11 n2, av vmb pns11 vvi po21 n2; (192) application (DIV2) 49 Image 160
665 and therefore he would keep his statures; and Therefore he would keep his statures; cc av pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2; (192) application (DIV2) 49 Image 160
664 there is a notable place of scripture for that in the 119. Psalme. 134. God had delivered him from his oppressours, there is a notable place of scripture for that in the 119. Psalm. 134. God had Delivered him from his Oppressors's, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d p-acp dt crd n1. crd np1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp po31 ng2, (192) application (DIV2) 49 Image 160
663 Now seeing we would have given so much heretofore, O! what shal we render now? that strength that we should have spent under the cruel rage of our adversaries, O! Let that strength be now spent to the praise and honor of our God under his mercies: Now seeing we would have given so much heretofore, OH! what shall we render now? that strength that we should have spent under the cruel rage of our Adversaries, OH! Let that strength be now spent to the praise and honour of our God under his Mercies: av vvg pns12 vmd vhi vvn av av-d av, uh q-crq vmb pns12 vvi av? cst n1 cst pns12 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, uh vvb cst n1 vbb av vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po31 n2: (192) application (DIV2) 49 Image 160
662 2. Let us consider with our selves, what we would have given heretofore, that we might have had such a door of hope, I am perswaded many of us would have laid down our lives, O! Lord if we might have purchased so much good as now is come to England, we would have counted our dearest heart blood wel spent. 2. Let us Consider with our selves, what we would have given heretofore, that we might have had such a door of hope, I am persuaded many of us would have laid down our lives, OH! Lord if we might have purchased so much good as now is come to England, we would have counted our dearest heart blood well spent. crd vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2, r-crq pns12 vmd vhi vvn av, cst pns12 vmd vhi vhn d dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vbm vvn d pp-f pno12 vmd vhi vvn a-acp po12 n2, uh n1 cs pns12 vmd vhi vvn av d j c-acp av vbz vvn p-acp np1, pns12 vmd vhi vvn po12 js-jn n1 n1 av vvn. (192) application (DIV2) 49 Image 160
661 and (my brethren) that we may give God the honor of this door of hope. and (my brothers) that we may give God the honour of this door of hope. cc (po11 n2) cst pns12 vmb vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1. (192) application (DIV2) 48 Image 160
660 O! take heed you have no hand in interupting the great work God is about, OH! take heed you have no hand in interrupting the great work God is about, uh vvb n1 pn22 vhb dx n1 p-acp vvg dt j n1 np1 vbz a-acp, (192) application (DIV2) 48 Image 160
659 because at that time they stand in the doore, just when God is comming with his power, and with his stength. Because At that time they stand in the door, just when God is coming with his power, and with his Strength. c-acp p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, av c-crq np1 vbz vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1. (192) application (DIV2) 48 Image 160
658 and therefore they that shal now seek to uphold it, they are men that are most unhappy; and Therefore they that shall now seek to uphold it, they Are men that Are most unhappy; cc av pns32 cst vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi pn31, pns32 vbr n2 cst vbr av-ds j; (192) application (DIV2) 48 Image 160
657 and did suffer it, but now is the very time that God is quite rooting it out, it is the very time that God is seting himself against it, and did suffer it, but now is the very time that God is quite rooting it out, it is the very time that God is setting himself against it, cc vdd vvi pn31, cc-acp av vbz dt j n1 cst np1 vbz av j-vvg pn31 av, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst np1 vbz vvg px31 p-acp pn31, (192) application (DIV2) 48 Image 160
656 and was content it should come in then, I mean content by way of permission, not by way of approbation, and was content it should come in then, I mean content by Way of permission, not by Way of approbation, cc vbds j pn31 vmd vvi p-acp av, pns11 vvb n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, xx p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (192) application (DIV2) 48 Image 160
655 & popery, & the like, then it was a time that God was peacable, and suffering towards the enemies of his people, & popery, & the like, then it was a time that God was peaceable, and suffering towards the enemies of his people, cc n1, cc dt j, cs pn31 vbds dt n1 cst np1 vbds j, cc vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 48 Image 160
654 than the superstitious and Antichristian men in former times, because that those that before did seek to maintain superstition, than the superstitious and Antichristian men in former times, Because that those that before did seek to maintain Superstition, cs dt j cc jp n2 p-acp j n2, c-acp cst d d a-acp vdd vvi pc-acp vvi n1, (192) application (DIV2) 48 Image 160
653 and therefore those men that are superstitous, Antichristian, and would uphold that work (I say) those men are in some respects more unhappy, and Therefore those men that Are Superstitious, Antichristian, and would uphold that work (I say) those men Are in Some respects more unhappy, cc av d n2 cst vbr j, jp, cc vmd vvi d n1 (pns11 vvb) d n2 vbr p-acp d n2 av-dc j, (192) application (DIV2) 48 Image 160
652 certainly if you be, if you wil stand in this door to hinder the good that God is letting in, you wil certainly be overcome, you wil certainly be vanquished, you can never hinder the work God is about, Certainly if you be, if you will stand in this door to hinder the good that God is letting in, you will Certainly be overcome, you will Certainly be vanquished, you can never hinder the work God is about, av-j cs pn22 vbb, cs pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi dt j cst np1 vbz vvg p-acp, pn22 vmb av-j vbi vvn, pn22 vmb av-j vbi vvn, pn22 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 np1 vbz a-acp, (192) application (DIV2) 48 Image 160
651 as from God this day take warning, that thou be not the least interruption in the great work that God is about; as from God this day take warning, that thou be not the least interruption in the great work that God is about; c-acp p-acp np1 d n1 vvb n1, cst pns21 vbb xx dt ds n1 p-acp dt j n1 cst np1 vbz a-acp; (192) application (DIV2) 48 Image 160
650 1. Let every one take heed, let the fear of God be upon every soul, especially any of you that are more eminent than others in any place, take heed, 1. Let every one take heed, let the Fear of God be upon every soul, especially any of you that Are more eminent than Others in any place, take heed, crd vvb d crd vvb n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb p-acp d n1, av-j d pp-f pn22 cst vbr av-dc j cs n2-jn p-acp d n1, vvb n1, (192) application (DIV2) 48 Image 160
649 thus God hath fulfilled it in part upon them, and beleeve it we shal have a share in that mercy even that door that is opened to us in that way, is so opened as it shal not be shut againe; wherefore then to conclude al. thus God hath fulfilled it in part upon them, and believe it we shall have a share in that mercy even that door that is opened to us in that Way, is so opened as it shall not be shut again; Wherefore then to conclude all av np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvb pn31 pns12 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp d n1 av d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, vbz av vvn c-acp pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn av; q-crq av pc-acp vvi d (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
648 and therfore now we know how they are called by others, what titles now they have different from their former, and Therefore now we know how they Are called by Others, what titles now they have different from their former, cc av av pns12 vvb c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2-jn, r-crq n2 av pns32 vhb j p-acp po32 j, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
647 do not those that cryed out of them before, and? rayled upon them, do they not now begin to be convinced that God was with them, do not those that cried out of them before, and? railed upon them, do they not now begin to be convinced that God was with them, vdb xx d cst vvd av pp-f pno32 a-acp, cc? vvd p-acp pno32, vdb pns32 xx av vvi pc-acp vbi vvn cst np1 vbds p-acp pno32, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
646 & to know that I am God, even to worship before their feet, & to know that I have loved them; & to know that I am God, even to worship before their feet, & to know that I have loved them; cc pc-acp vvi cst pns11 vbm np1, av pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi cst pns11 vhb vvn pno32; (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
645 but they do lie, behold I wil make them to come and worship before this people, but they do lie, behold I will make them to come and worship before this people, cc-acp pns32 vdb vvi, vvb pns11 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
644 and say they are the Church of God, I wil make them to say they are not Jwes, they are not the church of God, and say they Are the Church of God, I will make them to say they Are not Jwes, they Are not the Church of God, cc vvb pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi pns32 vbr xx n2, pns32 vbr xx dt n1 pp-f np1, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
643 yea, marke and consider how far he goes on, behold I wil make them of the Synagoge of Satan, which say they are Jewes, yea, mark and Consider how Far he Goes on, behold I will make them of the Synagogue of Satan, which say they Are Jews, uh, n1 cc vvb c-crq av-j pns31 vvz a-acp, vvb pns11 vmb vvi pno32 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvb pns32 vbr np2, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
642 but yet thou hast kept my word, though they have little knowledg, yet they wil keep his word, but yet thou hast kept my word, though they have little knowledge, yet they will keep his word, cc-acp av pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n1, cs pns32 vhb j n1, av pns32 vmb vvi po31 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
641 and mark how they are described, for thou hast the Ministery, every one looked upon that Church with contempt, a very poor beggerly nation and an ignorant people, had little knowledg of any thing at al, had but little time, and mark how they Are described, for thou hast the Ministry, every one looked upon that Church with contempt, a very poor beggarly Nation and an ignorant people, had little knowledge of any thing At all, had but little time, cc vvb c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, c-acp pns21 vh2 dt n1, d pi vvd p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, dt j j j n1 cc dt j n1, vhd j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d, vhd p-acp j n1, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
640 that which is opened to them, and they not only wil have it themselves, but God wil make them instrumental for others, that which is opened to them, and they not only will have it themselves, but God will make them instrumental for Others, cst r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno32, cc pns32 xx av-j vmb vhi pn31 px32, cc-acp np1 vmb vvi pno32 j p-acp n2-jn, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
639 God hath opened a door to them, and certainly such a door as shal never be shut; God hath opened a door to them, and Certainly such a door as shall never be shut; np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc av-j d dt n1 c-acp vmb av-x vbi vvn; (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
638 and this Church of Pihladelphia, he did interpret it thirty or fourty years agoe (so long it is since he wrote it) of the Church of Scotland and see how far God hath made it good: and this Church of Pihladelphia, he did interpret it thirty or fourty Years ago (so long it is since he wrote it) of the Church of Scotland and see how Far God hath made it good: cc d n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vdd vvi pn31 crd cc crd n2 av (av av-j pn31 vbz c-acp pns31 vvd pn31) pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vvb c-crq av-j np1 vhz vvn pn31 j: (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
637 and it is very observable that he maketh the Church of Sardis, to answer to the Church of Germany, just according to his opening of Gods dealing with the Church of Sardis, he prophecies what God should do to the Church of Germany, and so it came to pass, and it is very observable that he makes the Church of Sardis, to answer to the Church of Germany, just according to his opening of God's dealing with the Church of Sardis, he prophecies what God should do to the Church of Germany, and so it Come to pass, cc pn31 vbz av j cst pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av vvg p-acp po31 n-vvg pp-f n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 n2 q-crq np1 vmd vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
531 5. Consider with what a mighty hand this door of hope was opened to you; 5. Consider with what a mighty hand this door of hope was opened to you; crd np1 p-acp r-crq dt j n1 d n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp pn22; (192) application (DIV2) 38 Image 160
635 unto the Churches that should follow after to the end of the world and the estate of them, unto the Churches that should follow After to the end of the world and the estate of them, p-acp dt n2 cst vmd vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pno32, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
634 namely Mr. Brightman, that I name for honours sake, you that are acquainted with his writings upon this book, shal find that he applies every one of these Churches, namely Mr. Brightman, that I name for honours sake, you that Are acquainted with his writings upon this book, shall find that he Applies every one of these Churches, av n1 np1, cst pns11 vvb p-acp ng1 n1, pn22 cst vbr vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d n1, vmb vvi cst pns31 vvz d crd pp-f d n2, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
633 and yet truly (bretheren) it is very observable that we have from that famous instrument of God, that brought a great deal of light unto this book, and yet truly (brethren) it is very observable that we have from that famous Instrument of God, that brought a great deal of Light unto this book, cc av av-j (n2) pn31 vbz av j cst pns12 vhb p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1, cst vvd dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
632 God opens a door, and saith that no man shal shut this door; God Opens a door, and Says that no man shall shut this door; np1 vvz dt n1, cc vvz cst dx n1 vmb vvi d n1; (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
631 Behold, I will make them to come and worship before thy feet, and to know that I have loved thee. Behold, I will make them to come and worship before thy feet, and to know that I have loved thee. vvb, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po21 n2, cc pc-acp vvi cst pns11 vhb vvn pno21. (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
630 Behold I will make them of the Synagogue of Satan, which say they are Jews, and are not, but do lye: Behold I will make them of the Synagogue of Satan, which say they Are jews, and Are not, but do lie: vvb pns11 vmb vvi pno32 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvb pns32 vbr np2, cc vbr xx, cc-acp vdb vvi: (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
629 For thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my Name: For thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my Name: p-acp pns21 vh2 dt j n1, cc vh2 vvn po11 n1, cc vvb xx vvn po11 n1: (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
628 surely these are an excellent people: and mark what follows; surely these Are an excellent people: and mark what follows; av-j d vbr dt j n1: cc vvb r-crq vvz; (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
627 I know thy works, and behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it; I know thy works, and behold, I have Set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it; pns11 vvb po21 n2, cc vvi, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno21 dt j n1, cc dx n1 vmb vvi pn31; (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
626 and shutteth, and no man openeth: and shutteth, and no man Openeth: cc vvz, cc dx n1 vvz: (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
625 To the Angel of the Church of Philadelphia, write these things, saith he that is Holy, he that is True, he that hath the Key of David, that openeth, and no man shutteth, To the Angel of the Church of Philadelphia, write these things, Says he that is Holy, he that is True, he that hath the Key of David, that Openeth, and no man shutteth, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb d n2, vvz pns31 cst vbz j, pns31 cst vbz j, pns31 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vvz, cc dx n1 vvz, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
624 yet there is a Promise God made to the Church of Philadelphia, in Revel. 3.7. yet there is a Promise God made to the Church of Philadelphia, in Revel. 3.7. av pc-acp vbz dt n1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvb. crd. (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
623 12. Had we hearts but to be faithful with God, though it be not much we can do, 12. Had we hearts but to be faithful with God, though it be not much we can do, crd vhd pns12 n2 p-acp pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, cs pn31 vbb xx av-d pns12 vmb vdi, (192) application (DIV2) 47 Image 160
622 therefore you have need to follow God all you can in this way to keep it open. Therefore you have need to follow God all you can in this Way to keep it open. av pn22 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi np1 av-d pn22 vmb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j. (192) application (DIV2) 46 Image 160
621 if any of you think you have back doors to get out from Religion to keep your Estates, you may be mistaken, if this door be shut: if any of you think you have back doors to get out from Religion to keep your Estates, you may be mistaken, if this door be shut: cs d pp-f pn22 vvb pn22 vhb av n2 pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2, pn22 vmb vbi vvn, cs d n1 vbi vvn: (192) application (DIV2) 46 Image 160
620 and little ones? How would they ever be nourished up in the Knowledg of God and Christ? And you are not likely to enjoy your outward Estates neither: and little ones? How would they ever be nourished up in the Knowledge of God and christ? And you Are not likely to enjoy your outward Estates neither: cc j pi2? q-crq vmd pns32 av vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1? cc pn22 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi po22 j n2 av-dx: (192) application (DIV2) 46 Image 160
619 what Flies would come out of the Land of Egypt then? How would all Superstition and Idolatry flow in upon us? what would become of your Posterity, what Flies would come out of the Land of Egypt then? How would all Superstition and Idolatry flow in upon us? what would become of your Posterity, r-crq n2 vmd vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av? q-crq vmd d n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp p-acp pno12? q-crq vmd vvi pp-f po22 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 46 Image 160
618 Oh then, if we should once again say, We looked for light, but behold darkness; Oh! it would be blackness of darkness then; O then, if we should once again say, We looked for Light, but behold darkness; Oh! it would be blackness of darkness then; uh av, cs pns12 vmd a-acp av vvi, pns12 vvd p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb n1; uh pn31 vmd vbi n1 pp-f n1 av; (192) application (DIV2) 46 Image 160
617 and Rage, and Insolency of the Instruments of Antichrist against them, if this door be shut again! and Rage, and Insolency of the Instruments of Antichrist against them, if this door be shut again! cc n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, cs d n1 vbi vvn av! (192) application (DIV2) 46 Image 160
616 Oh! the dismal darkness if once it shut again! Oh! the contempt that wil be upon al the Saints of God! Oh! the pride, Oh! the dismal darkness if once it shut again! Oh! the contempt that will be upon all the Saints of God! Oh! the pride, uh dt j n1 cs a-acp pn31 vvd av! uh dt n1 cst vmb vbi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 uh dt n1, (192) application (DIV2) 46 Image 160
615 and want of preparation of the hearts of the People of this Land, but that this door may be shut again: and want of preparation of the hearts of the People of this Land, but that this door may be shut again: cc n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc-acp cst d n1 vmb vbi vvn av: (192) application (DIV2) 46 Image 160
614 though it is true, we have some comfortable Evidence it shal not (as I shal speak more by and by) yet who knows but that through our wretchedness, though it is true, we have Some comfortable Evidence it shall not (as I shall speak more by and by) yet who knows but that through our wretchedness, cs pn31 vbz j, pns12 vhb d j n1 pn31 vmb xx (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dc p-acp cc a-acp) av r-crq vvz p-acp d p-acp po12 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 46 Image 160
613 11. Consider what a dreadful thing it will be, if this door of Hope should be shut; 11. Consider what a dreadful thing it will be, if this door of Hope should be shut; crd np1 r-crq dt j n1 pn31 vmb vbi, cs d n1 pp-f n1 vmd vbi vvn; (192) application (DIV2) 46 Image 160
612 for the beating down the Kingdom of Antichrist, such a door of Hope have we opened to us. Yea, and further besides this, for the beating down the Kingdom of Antichrist, such a door of Hope have we opened to us. Yea, and further beside this, p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d dt n1 pp-f n1 vhb pns12 vvn p-acp pno12. uh, cc av-jc p-acp d, (192) application (DIV2) 45 Image 160
611 and Kingly, and Priestly Office, now that Christ may be set up in the Church to rule upon his Throne, to have a door of hope to open to that, that shal have an influence to the general reformation of al the Christian Churches in the world, and Kingly, and Priestly Office, now that christ may be Set up in the Church to Rule upon his Throne, to have a door of hope to open to that, that shall have an influence to the general Reformation of all the Christian Churches in the world, cc j, cc j n1, av cst np1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d, cst vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d dt njp n2 p-acp dt n1, (192) application (DIV2) 45 Image 160
610 10. This door it may further the setting up of Christ in his Kingdome of Glory, Christ hath been set up much in England in his prophetical, 10. This door it may further the setting up of christ in his Kingdom of Glory, christ hath been Set up much in England in his prophetical, crd d n1 pn31 vmb av-j dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, np1 vhz vbn vvn a-acp d p-acp np1 p-acp po31 j, (192) application (DIV2) 45 Image 160
609 and enjoy peaceable communion with you. and enjoy peaceable communion with you. cc vvi j n1 p-acp pn22. (192) application (DIV2) 44 Image 160
608 and to endevor that it may be so wide, that those that you Judge in your Consciences to be faithful and godly, may come in and enter in at this door, and to endeavour that it may be so wide, that those that you Judge in your Consciences to be faithful and godly, may come in and enter in At this door, cc pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vmb vbi av j, cst d cst pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vbi j cc j, vmb vvi p-acp cc vvi p-acp p-acp d n1, (192) application (DIV2) 44 Image 160
607 because they cannot have peace of Conscience, Oh! what a dishonor wil it be if it continue? therefore if God be opening his door, this ought to be your endevor to seek God, Because they cannot have peace of Conscience, Oh! what a dishonour will it be if it continue? Therefore if God be opening his door, this ought to be your endeavour to seek God, c-acp pns32 vmbx vhi n1 pp-f n1, uh r-crq dt n1 vmb pn31 vbi cs pn31 vvb? av cs np1 vbb vvg po31 n1, d pi pc-acp vbi po22 n1 pc-acp vvi np1, (192) application (DIV2) 44 Image 160
606 if I say that now it should be dishonored by casting out, and contemning your Brethren, if I say that now it should be dishonoured by casting out, and contemning your Brothers, cs pns11 vvb cst av pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp vvg av, cc vvg po22 n2, (192) application (DIV2) 44 Image 160
605 because they cannot have liberty of Conscience, and that in things which some think they are but of an indifferent nature; Because they cannot have liberty of Conscience, and that in things which Some think they Are but of an indifferent nature; c-acp pns32 vmbx vhi n1 pp-f n1, cc cst p-acp n2 r-crq d vvb pns32 vbr cc-acp pp-f dt j n1; (192) application (DIV2) 44 Image 160
604 and have been sheltered here, that now it be not the dishonor of England, that her own children should be driven out from her; and have been sheltered Here, that now it be not the dishonour of England, that her own children should be driven out from her; cc vhb vbn vvn av, cst av pn31 vbb xx dt n1 pp-f np1, cst po31 d n2 vmd vbi vvn av p-acp pno31; (192) application (DIV2) 44 Image 160
603 As heretofore it hath been the honor of England, that others have come out of other Countries for their Consciences, As heretofore it hath been the honour of England, that Others have come out of other Countries for their Consciences, c-acp av pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f np1, cst n2-jn vhb vvn av pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp po32 n2, (192) application (DIV2) 44 Image 160
602 and this should be your prayer and endeavour to the utmost you can, that this door of hope may be so wide, that your Brethren may come and enter in with the peace of their Consciences; and this should be your prayer and endeavour to the utmost you can, that this door of hope may be so wide, that your Brothers may come and enter in with the peace of their Consciences; cc d vmd vbi po22 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j pn22 vmb, cst d n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi av j, cst po22 n2 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (192) application (DIV2) 44 Image 160
601 and to joyn with them in communion, certainly every gracious heart cannot but think this a precious mercy, that God should open the door of hope, and to join with them in communion, Certainly every gracious heart cannot but think this a precious mercy, that God should open the door of hope, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, av-j d j n1 vmbx p-acp vvi d dt j n1, cst np1 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, (192) application (DIV2) 44 Image 160
600 and look upon them, they cannnot but be afraid, therefore if there be a door of hope to let in our brethren the out-casts of Israel, and look upon them, they cannot but be afraid, Therefore if there be a door of hope to let in our brothers the outcasts of Israel, cc vvb p-acp pno32, pns32 vmbx p-acp vbi j, av cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt j pp-f np1, (192) application (DIV2) 44 Image 160
599 2. They cannot enjoy al Gods Ordinances; though the Church be true, and the Ministry true, yet certainly those that are consciencious, 2. They cannot enjoy all God's Ordinances; though the Church be true, and the Ministry true, yet Certainly those that Are conscientious, crd pns32 vmbx vvi d ng1 n2; cs dt n1 vbb j, cc dt n1 j, av av-j d cst vbr j, (192) application (DIV2) 44 Image 160
598 of God in the purity of them, there are such corruptions that they cannot medle with al. of God in the purity of them, there Are such corruptions that they cannot meddle with all pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, pc-acp vbr d n2 cst pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp d (192) application (DIV2) 43 Image 160
597 or your Ministery a false Ministery. But 1. Because they have not al the ordinances; or your Ministry a false Ministry. But 1. Because they have not all the ordinances; cc po22 n1 dt j n1. p-acp crd p-acp pns32 vhb xx d dt n2; (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
596 it maketh a door to open to al Gods mercies, for this is the reason many seperate from your congregations, not because they judg your Church a false Church, it makes a door to open to all God's Mercies, for this is the reason many separate from your congregations, not Because they judge your Church a false Church, pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d ng1 n2, p-acp d vbz dt n1 d vvi p-acp po22 n2, xx c-acp pns32 vvb po22 n1 dt j n1, (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
595 and from these burthens, Oh! it is a blessing and mercy; and from these burdens, Oh! it is a blessing and mercy; cc p-acp d n2, uh pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1; (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
594 Now if God open a door this way, and we see some light to deliver our consciences from snares, Now if God open a door this Way, and we see Some Light to deliver our Consciences from snares, av cs np1 vvb dt n1 d n1, cc pns12 vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2, (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
593 and this is no plea that there is a suffering between your power and the excercise of it. and this is no plea that there is a suffering between your power and the Exercise of it. cc d vbz dx n1 cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp po22 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31. (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
592 but only suffering and affliction, your power is no power if you excercise not that power that Christ hath given you, the sin wil lie upon you, but only suffering and affliction, your power is no power if you Exercise not that power that christ hath given you, the since will lie upon you, cc-acp av-j vvg cc n1, po22 n1 vbz dx n1 cs pn22 n1 xx d n1 cst np1 vhz vvn pn22, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
591 & therfore know when there is nothing between your power, & the the excercise of your power, & Therefore know when there is nothing between your power, & the the Exercise of your power, cc av vvb c-crq pc-acp vbz pix p-acp po22 n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
590 pleade not so, you have a power, Christ hath given a power to every Church to do it, to purge out the old leaven, plead not so, you have a power, christ hath given a power to every Church to do it, to purge out the old leaven, vvb xx av, pn22 vhb dt n1, np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, pc-acp vvi av dt j n1, (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
589 But you wil say, we have no power to do it; But you will say, we have no power to do it; p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vdi pn31; (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
588 wheresoever there is a true Church, there this trust is committed, that if you wil own your selves for a true Church certainly you are trusted with it. wheresoever there is a true Church, there this trust is committed, that if you will own your selves for a true Church Certainly you Are trusted with it. c-crq pc-acp vbz dt j n1, a-acp d n1 vbz vvn, cst cs pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt j n1 av-j pn22 vbr vvn p-acp pn31. (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
587 and to whom hath God committed the trust of this great ordinance of his? certainly he hath committed the trust to the Church; and to whom hath God committed the trust of this great Ordinance of his? Certainly he hath committed the trust to the Church; cc p-acp ro-crq vhz np1 vvn dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f png31? av-j pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
586 but for you also, for certainly (bretheren) there should be an excluding of such from those holy things, but for you also, for Certainly (brethren) there should be an excluding of such from those holy things, cc-acp c-acp pn22 av, c-acp av-j (n2) a-acp vmd vbi dt vvg pp-f d p-acp d j n2, (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
585 those that are opposite to God, in the way of prophanness, that we must come and tel them here, take the body of Jesus Christ that was given for thee, no conscientious man but was oppressed by this and not only this, those that Are opposite to God, in the Way of profaneness, that we must come and tell them Here, take the body of jesus christ that was given for thee, no conscientious man but was oppressed by this and not only this, d cst vbr j-jn p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32 av, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 cst vbds vvn p-acp pno21, dx j n1 cc-acp vbds vvn p-acp d cc xx av-j d, (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
584 it is an insupportable burthen to any conscientious man, that hath to do in such a thing as that was; it is an insupportable burden to any conscientious man, that hath to do in such a thing as that was; pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d j n1, cst vhz pc-acp vdi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbds; (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
583 and that is the admitting of so many prophane wretched creatures to the Sacrament; and that is the admitting of so many profane wretched creatures to the Sacrament; cc d vbz dt vvg pp-f av d j j n2 p-acp dt n1; (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
582 and that woful burthen that is not upon their shoulders only, (if it were only so it were enough) but upon the consciences of men, and that woeful burden that is not upon their shoulders only, (if it were only so it were enough) but upon the Consciences of men, cc cst j n1 cst vbz xx p-acp po32 n2 av-j, (cs pn31 vbdr av-j av pn31 vbdr av-d) p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
581 and deliverance of us from those burthens. If I should name but this one burthen that is upon the Ministers of God, and deliverance of us from those burdens. If I should name but this one burden that is upon the Ministers of God, cc n1 pp-f pno12 p-acp d n2. cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d crd n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
580 and to grant us bread again, to grant bread to us, not only so but it opens to this treasure too, it opens to the treasure of the purity of Gods ordinances, and to grant us bred again, to grant bred to us, not only so but it Opens to this treasure too, it Opens to the treasure of the purity of God's ordinances, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 n1 av, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12, xx av-j av p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d n1 av, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
579 and God hath heard their crie, and now hath opened a door to deliver us from conscience oppression, and God hath herd their cry, and now hath opened a door to deliver us from conscience oppression, cc np1 vhz vvn po32 n1, cc av vhz vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
578 The oppression of the poor, the oppression of bread, that cryeth, but when the children of God shal cry to their Father, Father, these proude prelatical men are those that take away our bread, they have cryed up to God, The oppression of the poor, the oppression of bred, that Cries, but when the children of God shall cry to their Father, Father, these proud prelatical men Are those that take away our bred, they have cried up to God, dt n1 pp-f dt j, dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vvz, cc-acp c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1, n1, d j j n2 vbr d cst vvb av po12 n1, pns32 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp np1, (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
577 Is our liberty of conscience oppressed? That is the oppression that cyeth in Gods eares; Is our liberty of conscience oppressed? That is the oppression that cyeth in God's ears; vbz po12 n1 pp-f n1 vvn? cst vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp npg1 n2; (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
576 what treasures? the liberty of our estates is a great feavor, deliverance from oppression of wicked and unreasonable men is a great feavor, Oh! much more is our liberty of conscience; what treasures? the liberty of our estates is a great favour, deliverance from oppression of wicked and unreasonable men is a great favour, Oh! much more is our liberty of conscience; r-crq n2? dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbz dt j n1, n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j cc j n2 vbz dt j n1, uh d n1 vbz po12 n1 pp-f n1; (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
575 surely (bretheren) this door of our hop• opens into unvaluable and Glorious treasures; surely (brethren) this door of our hop• Opens into unvaluable and Glorious treasures; av-j (n2) d n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz p-acp j cc j n2; (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
574 but if it open to rich and invaluable treasures, then there is need of striving to get in; but if it open to rich and invaluable treasures, then there is need of striving to get in; cc-acp cs pn31 vvb p-acp j cc j n2, cs pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp; (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
573 to what doth this door open? if it open to that that hath no great treasure in it there needs not so much striving to get in; to what does this door open? if it open to that that hath no great treasure in it there needs not so much striving to get in; p-acp r-crq vdz d n1 j? cs pn31 vvb p-acp d cst vhz dx j n1 p-acp pn31 a-acp av xx av av-d vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp; (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
572 Consider not only (bretheren) the wideness of this door, but the treasures into which this door opens; Consider not only (brethren) the wideness of this door, but the treasures into which this door Opens; vvb xx av-j (n2) dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq d n1 vvz; (192) application (DIV2) 42 Image 160
571 if such a wide door of hope as this should be neglected? Nay, if such a wide door of hope as this should be neglected? Nay, cs d dt j n1 pp-f n1 c-acp d vmd vbi vvn? uh-x, (192) application (DIV2) 41 Image 160
570 and to enlarge our opportunities, God in this bids us come and aske what we wil and we shal have it, such a wide door that our fore fathers never knew, Oh! how would they have rejoyced to see this wide door of hope opened? Oh! how unthankful, unworthy wretches should we be, and to enlarge our opportunities, God in this bids us come and ask what we will and we shall have it, such a wide door that our before Father's never knew, Oh! how would they have rejoiced to see this wide door of hope opened? Oh! how unthankful, unworthy wretches should we be, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2, np1 p-acp d vvz pno12 vvi cc vvi r-crq pns12 vmb cc pns12 vmb vhi pn31, d dt j n1 cst po12 n1 n2 av-x vvd, uh q-crq vmd pns32 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f n1 vvn? uh q-crq j, j n2 vmd pns12 vbi, (192) application (DIV2) 41 Image 160
569 they see that God is (as it were) conspiring together, to make this door of our hope wider and wider to us, they see that God is (as it were) conspiring together, to make this door of our hope wider and wider to us, pns32 vvb cst np1 vbz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvg av, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f po12 n1 av-jc cc jc p-acp pno12, (192) application (DIV2) 41 Image 160
568 every one that doth but know how the constellation of things are abroad in the affairs in Germany, in France, and Spaine, and the Low-cuntries, and every where; every one that does but know how the constellation of things Are abroad in the affairs in Germany, in France, and Spain, and the Low-cuntries, and every where; d pi cst vdz p-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vbr av p-acp dt n2 p-acp np1, p-acp np1, cc np1, cc dt n2, cc d q-crq; (192) application (DIV2) 41 Image 160
567 and the continuing of it open; but yet further. Considering (bretheren) the wideness and the largness of it; and the Continuing of it open; but yet further. Considering (brethren) the wideness and the largeness of it; cc dt vvg pp-f pn31 vvi; cc-acp av av-jc. vvg (n2) dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31; (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
566 therefore seeing we have such a precious door as this is, we are bound to seek God for the opening of it, Therefore seeing we have such a precious door as this is, we Are bound to seek God for the opening of it, av vvg pns12 vhb d dt j n1 c-acp d vbz, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
565 and in the Nostrills of his Saints? They are savory when their hands are but upon the very handles of the lock; and in the Nostrils of his Saints? They Are savoury when their hands Are but upon the very handles of the lock; cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2? pns32 vbr j c-crq po32 n2 vbr cc-acp p-acp dt av vvz pp-f dt n1; (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
564 So the very fingers of our worthies, do they not smel of sweet Myrrh? Are they not savory in the Nostrills of God, So the very fingers of our worthies, do they not Smell of sweet Myrrh? are they not savoury in the Nostrils of God, np1 dt j n2 pp-f po12 n2-j, vdb pns32 xx vvi pp-f j n1? vbr pns32 xx j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
563 then my indeavors were very savory to the Nostrills of Christ. then my endeavours were very savoury to the Nostrils of christ. cs po11 n2 vbdr av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
562 and my fingers with sweet smelling Myrrh upon the handles of the lock, when I was but indeavoring to open and to reform, and my fingers with sweet smelling Myrrh upon the handles of the lock, when I was but endeavouring to open and to reform, cc po11 n2 p-acp j j-vvg n1 p-acp dt vvz pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns11 vbds p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
561 and the very first indeavoring of reformation, when they were but entered upon the door of reformation, Oh! it was very sweet in the Nostrills of God, very savory, my hands dropped with Myrrh, and the very First endeavouring of Reformation, when they were but entered upon the door of Reformation, Oh! it was very sweet in the Nostrils of God, very savoury, my hands dropped with Myrrh, cc dt av ord vvg pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vbdr cc-acp vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, uh pn31 vbds av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, av j, po11 n2 vvn p-acp n1, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
560 what is the meaning of this? The Church of God when Christ had called by his spirit, afterwards stirred by his Grace, began to indeavor reformation, what is the meaning of this? The Church of God when christ had called by his Spirit, afterwards stirred by his Grace, began to endeavour Reformation, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d? dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1, av vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvd pc-acp vvi n1, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
559 and my Fingers with sweet smelling Myrrh, upon the •andles of the Lock; and my Fingers with sweet smelling Myrrh, upon the •andles of the Lock; cc po11 n2 p-acp j j-vvg n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
558 for so that place is by many understood, in 5 Canti. 5. I rose up to open to my beloved, what then? And my hand dropped with Myrrh, for so that place is by many understood, in 5 Connie. 5. I rose up to open to my Beloved, what then? And my hand dropped with Myrrh, c-acp av d n1 vbz p-acp d vvd, p-acp crd fw-la. crd pns11 vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 j-vvn, r-crq av? cc po11 n1 vvd p-acp n1, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
557 as it is said there in the book of the Canticles, of the Churches indeavors in the time of reformation, as it is said there in the book of the Canticles, of the Churches endeavours in the time of Reformation, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pp-f dt n2 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
556 or rather our doors of hope, what abundance of Mercies have been found already? so that I may say of the indeavors of those assembled now in Parliament, or rather our doors of hope, what abundance of mercies have been found already? so that I may say of the endeavours of those assembled now in Parliament, cc av-c po12 n2 pp-f n1, r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vhb vbn vvn av? av cst pns11 vmb vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f d vvn av p-acp n1, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
555 yea, such a door in the enterance of which we find abundance of mercies, at the very threshold of the door, Oh! what mercies have been found already (I say) in the beginning of the indeavors of those that have been our door keepers, yea, such a door in the Entrance of which we find abundance of Mercies, At the very threshold of the door, Oh! what Mercies have been found already (I say) in the beginning of the endeavours of those that have been our door keepers, uh, d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, uh q-crq n2 vhb vbn vvn av (pns11 vvb) p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f d cst vhb vbn po12 n1 n2, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
554 but (beloved) we have a door of Olive trees, of abundance of mercies, but (Beloved) we have a door of Olive trees, of abundance of Mercies, cc-acp (vvn) pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 n2, pp-f n1 pp-f n2, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
553 and gates to rend our flesh, and we might have passed through fire and water to have come at mercy, and gates to rend our Flesh, and we might have passed through fire and water to have come At mercy, cc n2 pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc pns12 vmd vhi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp n1, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
552 our door of hope it is made of Olive trees, Oh! we might have had iron doors, our door of hope it is made of Olive trees, Oh! we might have had iron doors, po12 n1 pp-f n1 pn31 vbz vvn pp-f n1 n2, uh pns12 vmd vhi vhn n1 n2, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
551 The doors of the Temple they were made of the Olive trees, and the Olive you know is a symbole of peace; The doors of the Temple they were made of the Olive trees, and the Olive you know is a symbol of peace; dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vbdr vvn pp-f dt n1 n2, cc dt n1 pn22 vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
550 as the scripture saith of that door in 1 Kings, 6.31. And for the entering of the oracle he made doors of Olive trees, two doors also of Olive trees and carved; as the scripture Says of that door in 1 Kings, 6.31. And for the entering of the oracle he made doors of Olive trees, two doors also of Olive trees and carved; c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f d n1 p-acp crd n2, crd. cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvd n2 pp-f n1 n2, crd n2 av pp-f n1 n2 cc vvn; (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
549 But yet this is his goodness, that we have a door of hope of mercy by mercy we may say of this door, But yet this is his Goodness, that we have a door of hope of mercy by mercy we may say of this door, p-acp av d vbz po31 n1, cst pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pns12 vmb vvi pp-f d n1, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
548 yet if God had made this a door of hope to bring in mercy, we had infinite cause of thankfulness. yet if God had made this a door of hope to bring in mercy, we had infinite cause of thankfulness. av cs np1 vhd vvn d dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pns12 vhd j n1 pp-f n1. (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
547 if God had brought never such troubles upon England, and we had been in never such trouble and confusion for the present, if God had brought never such Troubles upon England, and we had been in never such trouble and confusion for the present, cs np1 vhd vvn av d n2 p-acp np1, cc pns12 vhd vbn p-acp av d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
546 though God had given us the vally of Achor for a door of hope, in the other sence that the words are ordinarily taken in, that is, the vally of trouble, though God had given us the valley of Achor for a door of hope, in the other sense that the words Are ordinarily taken in, that is, the valley of trouble, cs np1 vhd vvn pno12 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 cst dt n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f n1, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
545 Bretheren, had God opened a door of hope, though it had been the vally of Achor in the other sence, Brethren, had God opened a door of hope, though it had been the valley of Achor in the other sense, n2, vhd np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vhd vbn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (192) application (DIV2) 40 Image 160
461 when Jacob was wrastling with the Angel, and day began to dawne, the Angel would have been gone, O! strive and wrastle the more. when Jacob was wrestling with the Angel, and day began to dawn, the Angel would have been gone, OH! strive and wrestle the more. c-crq np1 vbds vvg p-acp dt n1, cc n1 vvd p-acp n1, dt n1 vmd vhi vbn vvn, uh vvb cc vvi dt av-dc. (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
462 What! doth the day dawn? many times thou art wrastling a longe time with God, What! does the day dawn? many times thou art wrestling a long time with God, uh vdz dt n1 n1? d n2 pns21 vb2r vvg dt av-j n1 p-acp np1, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
463 & stil there is nothing but darkness in thy soul, but thou doest hold on through Gods Grace to thee, at length the day beginneth to dawne, God beginneth to let in some light to thy Soul, & still there is nothing but darkness in thy soul, but thou dost hold on through God's Grace to thee, At length the day begins to dawn, God begins to let in Some Light to thy Soul, cc av pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc-acp pns21 vd2 vvi p-acp p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp pno21, p-acp n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp po21 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
464 and yet (it may be) even at that time, God seemeth as if he would be gon, O! stir up thy self then, and yet (it may be) even At that time, God seems as if he would be gone, OH! stir up thy self then, cc av (pn31 vmb vbi) av-j p-acp d n1, np1 vvz c-acp cs pns31 vmd vbi vvn, uh vvb a-acp po21 n1 av, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
465 and wrastle indeed, when the day beginneth to dawn, O! that thou mightest have more might then, and wrestle indeed, when the day begins to dawn, OH! that thou Mightest have more might then, cc vvi av, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, uh cst pns21 vmd2 vhi dc n1 av, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
466 as (you know that place that) God bids David and his people, when you hear the noise (saith he) in the mulbery trees, bestir your selves, as (you know that place that) God bids David and his people, when you hear the noise (Says he) in the mulberry trees, Bestir your selves, c-acp (pn22 vvb d n1 cst) n1 vvz np1 cc po31 n1, c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 (vvz pns31) p-acp dt n1 n2, vvb po22 n2, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
467 for God is going out before you then; for God is going out before you then; c-acp np1 vbz vvg av p-acp pn22 av; (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
468 So I may say, when you feel God stirring in your hearts, and have some impressions of God upon your spirits, O! bestir your selves, follow on the good work of the Lord. So I may say, when you feel God stirring in your hearts, and have Some impressions of God upon your spirits, OH! Bestir your selves, follow on the good work of the Lord. av pns11 vmb vvi, c-crq pn22 vvb np1 vvg p-acp po22 n2, cc vhb d n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2, uh vvb po22 n2, vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
469 I remember we read in the gospel, of the poore blind man crying after Christ, O! Son of David have Mercy upon me; I Remember we read in the gospel, of the poor blind man crying After christ, OH! Son of David have Mercy upon me; pns11 vvb pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, pp-f dt j j n1 vvg p-acp np1, uh n1 pp-f np1 vhb n1 p-acp pno11; (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
470 some would have had him hold his peace, but at length Christ pittying of him, asketh who it is that cryed after him, Some would have had him hold his peace, but At length christ pitying of him, asks who it is that cried After him, d vmd vhi vhn pno31 vvi po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 np1 vvg pp-f pno31, vvz r-crq pn31 vbz d vvd p-acp pno31, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
471 and those that were by came •o the b•ind man, and saied thus to him, be of good comfort, for he cals thee; and those that were by Come •o the b•ind man, and said thus to him, be of good Comfort, for he calls thee; cc d cst vbdr a-acp vvd av dt j n1, cc vvd av p-acp pno31, vbb pp-f j n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pno21; (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
472 I have observed that he went as fast as he co•ld then, and •eared no danger of stumbling at any place. I have observed that he went as fast as he co•ld then, and •eared no danger of stumbling At any place. pns11 vhb vvn cst pns31 vvd a-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vmd av, cc vvd dx n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d n1. (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
473 So I may say to many of your souls, it may be your case at this present thou hast bin crying for the sight of thy eyes, O! that he would shew me his truth, So I may say to many of your Souls, it may be your case At this present thou hast been crying for the sighed of thy eyes, OH! that he would show me his truth, av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d pp-f po22 n2, pn31 vmb vbi po22 n1 p-acp d n1 pns21 vh2 vbn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, uh cst pns31 vmd vvi pno11 po31 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
474 and open the gospel, and the misteries of it, O! that he would open my heart, and open the gospel, and the Mysteres of it, OH! that he would open my heart, cc vvi dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31, uh cst pns31 vmd vvi po11 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
475 and give me a soft heart, and a beleeving heart, whereas I have an unbeleeving heart: and give me a soft heart, and a believing heart, whereas I have an unbelieving heart: cc vvb pno11 dt j n1, cc dt j-vvg n1, cs pns11 vhb dt vvg n1: (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
476 wel, be of good comfort, he cals thee, now he works by his spirit and calls thee, O! now bestir thy selfe, well, be of good Comfort, he calls thee, now he works by his Spirit and calls thee, OH! now Bestir thy self, av, vbb pp-f j n1, pns31 vvz pno21, av pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc vvz pno21, uh av vvb po21 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
477 and go on after God in this way. and go on After God in this Way. cc vvb a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp d n1. (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
478 It is a special part of the wisdome, and duty of Christians, to observe what are the waies of Gods mercy towards them, (as I told you before) the connections of them, It is a special part of the Wisdom, and duty of Christians, to observe what Are the ways of God's mercy towards them, (as I told you before) the connections of them, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32, (c-acp pns11 vvd pn22 a-acp) dt n2 pp-f pno32, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
479 so I mean the beginings of them, and therefore take this one note, It is a great reason why many Christians are so long time in darkness, so I mean the beginnings of them, and Therefore take this one note, It is a great reason why many Christians Are so long time in darkness, av pns11 vvb dt n2 pp-f pno32, cc av vvb d crd n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 c-crq d np1 vbr av j n1 p-acp n1, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
480 and under the spirit of bondage, because they do not observe the beginnings of Gods mercy, and under the Spirit of bondage, Because they do not observe the beginnings of God's mercy, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
481 how God beginneth with them, because they have not al the mercy they would have, therefore they neglect the observation of the beginnings of mercy: how God begins with them, Because they have not all the mercy they would have, Therefore they neglect the observation of the beginnings of mercy: c-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vhb xx d dt n1 pns32 vmd vhi, av pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1: (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
482 but now if thou hadst a heart to observe the beginings of Gods mercy, and to pray when he begins to open the doore, but now if thou Hadst a heart to observe the beginnings of God's mercy, and to pray when he begins to open the door, cc-acp av cs pns21 vhd2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cc pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
483 and let in a little light, and so to follow God, thou mightest have been free from the spirit of bondage long ere now. and let in a little Light, and so to follow God, thou Mightest have been free from the Spirit of bondage long ere now. cc vvb p-acp dt j n1, cc av pc-acp vvi np1, pns21 vmd2 vhi vbn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j c-acp av. (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
484 But I must leave particular applications now, and come to the more general, and therefore seeing that this is the thing our condition requires, we must venture upon it at least now, But I must leave particular applications now, and come to the more general, and Therefore seeing that this is the thing our condition requires, we must venture upon it At least now, p-acp pns11 vmb vvi j n2 av, cc vvb p-acp dt av-dc j, cc av vvg cst d vbz dt n1 po12 n1 vvz, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp ds av, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
485 though I should never doe any other thing, I could not forbeare at this time, that God hath opened a doore of mercy, a doore of hope to us, to al England, I suppose every one sees it, though I should never do any other thing, I could not forbear At this time, that God hath opened a door of mercy, a door of hope to us, to all England, I suppose every one sees it, cs pns11 vmd av-x vdi d j-jn n1, pns11 vmd xx vvi p-acp d n1, cst np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp d np1, pns11 vvb d pi vvz pn31, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
486 and among the people of God it is the mater of their discourse, when they come together. and among the people of God it is the mater of their discourse, when they come together. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vbz dt fw-la pp-f po32 n1, c-crq pns32 vvb av. (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
487 Now what is it that should be our care? O! that this doore be never shut, that now our iniquities lock it not, Now what is it that should be our care? OH! that this door be never shut, that now our iniquities lock it not, av q-crq vbz pn31 cst vmd vbi po12 n1? uh cst d n1 vbi av-x vvn, cst av po12 n2 vvi pn31 xx, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
488 now to follow God on in the way of his mercy; now to follow God on in the Way of his mercy; av pc-acp vvi np1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
489 that is (brethren) a blessed doore of hope, and I may compare this doore of hope, to that doore that leads into the holy place, 1. Kings. 7.50. the text saith, That the hinges of gold for the doors of the inner house, that door that went into the holy place, it had the hinges of gold. that is (brothers) a blessed door of hope, and I may compare this door of hope, to that door that leads into the holy place, 1. Kings. 7.50. the text Says, That the hinges of gold for the doors of the inner house, that door that went into the holy place, it had the hinges of gold. d vbz (n2) dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1 cst vvz p-acp dt j n1, crd n2. crd. dt n1 vvz, cst dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, cst n1 cst vvd p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vhd dt n2 pp-f n1. (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
490 Bretheren, those worthies of our land, that God hath called unto our Parliamentary Asembly, they are the hinges of our door, Brethren, those worthies of our land, that God hath called unto our Parliamentary Assembly, they Are the hinges of our door, n2, d n2-j pp-f po12 n1, cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp po12 j n1, pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
491 and blessed be God they are not iron hinges, tha• they have not rigid & rugged spirits, not at al to regard the cries of the oppressed, no, they have been unto us as hinges of gold, our door of hope doth hang upon hinges of gold; and blessed be God they Are not iron hinges, tha• they have not rigid & rugged spirits, not At all to regard the cries of the oppressed, no, they have been unto us as hinges of gold, our door of hope does hang upon hinges of gold; cc vvn vbb np1 pns32 vbr xx n1 n2, n1 pns32 vhb xx j cc j n2, xx p-acp d pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn, uh-dx, pns32 vhb vbn p-acp pno12 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, po12 n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
492 If I were at this time to speak to that Assembly, those that are the hinges of our doore, to those that are our door-keepers, the door-keepers of this Door of hope, If I were At this time to speak to that Assembly, those that Are the hinges of our door, to those that Are our doorkeepers, the doorkeepers of this Door of hope, cs pns11 vbdr p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, d cst vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp d cst vbr po12 n2, dt n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
493 yea, rather those that are even this doore it selfe unto us, were I to speake, to them I would seek to lay the great charge, of that mighty trust that is committed unto them upon them; yea, rather those that Are even this door it self unto us, were I to speak, to them I would seek to lay the great charge, of that mighty trust that is committed unto them upon them; uh, av-c d cst vbr av d n1 pn31 n1 p-acp pno12, vbdr pns11 pc-acp vvi, p-acp pno32 pns11 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1, pp-f cst j n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp pno32; (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
494 never any Assembly in the world had opportunities of greater mercy from God to his people than these have: never any Assembly in the world had opportunities of greater mercy from God to his people than these have: av-x d n1 p-acp dt n1 vhd n2 pp-f jc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 cs d vhb: (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
495 were I to speake to them, I should seeke to perswade, that as ever they would have God open to any of their souls, were I to speak to them, I should seek to persuade, that as ever they would have God open to any of their Souls, vbdr pns11 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, pns11 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi, cst c-acp av pns32 vmd vhi np1 vvi p-acp d pp-f po32 n2, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
496 for themselves or their posterity, when they shal knock at Gods door of mercy, that they would be faithful in keeping the door of hope open unto us, for themselves or their posterity, when they shall knock At God's door of mercy, that they would be faithful in keeping the door of hope open unto us, c-acp px32 cc po32 n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp ng1 n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi j p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 j p-acp pno12, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
497 & that we might enter comfortably into it; & that we might enter comfortably into it; cc cst pns12 vmd vvi av-j p-acp pn31; (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
498 I should cry unto them, that they would set open their own hearts, open ye gates, & be ye opened ye everlasting doores, that Christ the King of Glory might enter into your hearts & families, & be set up there but because I am not to speake to them, I should cry unto them, that they would Set open their own hearts, open you gates, & be you opened you everlasting doors, that christ the King of Glory might enter into your hearts & families, & be Set up there but Because I am not to speak to them, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmd vvi av-j po32 d n2, vvb pn22 n2, cc vbb pn22 vvd pn22 j n2, cst np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi p-acp po22 n2 cc n2, cc vbi vvn a-acp a-acp p-acp c-acp pns11 vbm xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
499 but to you this day, I shal direct my selfe unto you in that that is sutable to this auditory I am preaching to. but to you this day, I shall Direct my self unto you in that that is suitable to this auditory I am preaching to. cc-acp p-acp pn22 d n1, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp d cst vbz j p-acp d j pns11 vbm vvg p-acp. (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
500 The exhortation of God to you is; The exhortation of God to you is; dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22 vbz; (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
501 that you would take notice of the great work of God in this doore of hope, that you would give him the glory, that you would praise his name for his wonderous works, declare that his name is nigh, that you would take notice of the great work of God in this door of hope, that you would give him the glory, that you would praise his name for his wondrous works, declare that his name is High, cst pn22 vmd vvi n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cst pn22 vmd vvi pno31 dt n1, cst pn22 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 j n2, vvb cst po31 n1 vbz av-j, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
502 and therefore praise him, that you would seek God now earnestly, when he is in a way of mercy. and Therefore praise him, that you would seek God now earnestly, when he is in a Way of mercy. cc av vvb pno31, cst pn22 vmd vvi np1 av av-j, c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
503 O! that you would seeke to praise him now, and praise him as much as ever you can, that you would close with God in the great work that God is about, that according to your several places and rankes, you would further the great worke that God hath opened a door unto, that now you would bestir you: OH! that you would seek to praise him now, and praise him as much as ever you can, that you would close with God in the great work that God is about, that according to your several places and ranks, you would further the great work that God hath opened a door unto, that now you would Bestir you: uh cst pn22 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 av, cc vvi pno31 p-acp d c-acp av pn22 vmb, cst pn22 vmd vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1 cst np1 vbz a-acp, cst vvg p-acp po22 j n2 cc n2, pn22 vmd av-j dt j n1 cst np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp, cst av pn22 vmd vvi pn22: (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
504 while God is stirring in a way of mercy, be you al stirring in a way of endeavours, according unto the mercy God hath sent, that your hearts might be up and kept up, while God is stirring in a Way of mercy, be you all stirring in a Way of endeavours, according unto the mercy God hath sent, that your hearts might be up and kept up, cs np1 vbz vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbb pn22 d vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 vhz vvn, cst po22 n2 vmd vbi a-acp cc vvd a-acp, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
505 as Gods heart is up at this time, and be kept up for ever, and to that ende that your hearts might be a little stirred to further the work of God, as God's heart is up At this time, and be kept up for ever, and to that end that your hearts might be a little stirred to further the work of God, c-acp ng1 n1 vbz a-acp p-acp d n1, cc vbi vvn a-acp p-acp av, cc p-acp d n1 cst po22 n2 vmd vbi dt j vvn p-acp jc dt n1 pp-f np1, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
506 and towards keeping open this door, take these Considerations. and towards keeping open this door, take these Considerations. cc p-acp vvg j d n1, vvb d n2. (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
507 1. That door of hope that now we have, Oh! it is a door that God hath opened after much knocking; 1. That door of hope that now we have, Oh! it is a door that God hath opened After much knocking; crd cst n1 pp-f n1 cst av pns12 vhb, uh pn31 vbz dt n1 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp d n-vvg; (192) application (DIV2) 34 Image 160
508 Oh! there hath been rapping at Heavens gate, mighty knockings there before this door was opened; Oh! there hath been rapping At Heavens gate, mighty knockings there before this door was opened; uh a-acp vhz vbn vvg p-acp ng1 n1, j vvg|vbz a-acp p-acp d n1 vbds vvn; (192) application (DIV2) 34 Image 160
509 Oh! the prayers of the Saints that have been put up for to get open this door! Oh! the Prayers of the Saints that have been put up for to get open this door! uh dt n2 pp-f dt n2 cst vhb vbn vvn a-acp p-acp pc-acp vvi j d n1! (192) application (DIV2) 34 Image 160
510 they have knocked again and again, and it hath seemed to be barred against them, at length prayer hath got open the door, they have knocked again and again, and it hath seemed to be barred against them, At length prayer hath god open the door, pns32 vhb vvn av cc av, cc pn31 vhz vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 n1 vhz vvn av-j dt n1, (192) application (DIV2) 34 Image 160
511 as God promised, Knock and it shal be opened; as God promised, Knock and it shall be opened; c-acp np1 vvd, vvb cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn; (192) application (DIV2) 34 Image 160
512 This day that word is •ul•illed towards us, we have knocked and the door is opened: This day that word is •ul•illed towards us, we have knocked and the door is opened: d n1 cst n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, pns12 vhb vvn cc dt n1 vbz vvn: (192) application (DIV2) 34 Image 160
513 now that door that is opened by such knockings, O! wha• great pitty it were it should be shut again through our •emissness. now that door that is opened by such knockings, OH! wha• great pity it were it should be shut again through our •emissness. av cst n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp d vvg|vbz, uh n1 j n1 pn31 vbdr pn31 vmd vbi vvn av p-acp po12 n1. (192) application (DIV2) 34 Image 160
514 2. It is a door of hope opened to us now, when as but a little while since we have h•d a door of fears, 2. It is a door of hope opened to us now, when as but a little while since we have h•d a door of fears, crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno12 av, c-crq c-acp p-acp dt j n1 c-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, (192) application (DIV2) 35 Image 160
515 and miseries, and wrath, and wickedness, superstition, and Idolatry even set wide open, this was a door not long since; and misery's, and wrath, and wickedness, Superstition, and Idolatry even Set wide open, this was a door not long since; cc n2, cc n1, cc n1, n1, cc n1 av vvn av-j j, d vbds dt n1 xx av-j a-acp; (192) application (DIV2) 35 Image 160
516 Oh! did not God open a door to us so, as if he would let in al wrath and miseries? What fears had we? What kind of communion had we when we met together? What shal we do? Where shal we go? the hand of God is against us, you were afraid that God would let ih a deluge of misery, Oh! did not God open a door to us so, as if he would let in all wrath and misery's? What fears had we? What kind of communion had we when we met together? What shall we do? Where shall we go? the hand of God is against us, you were afraid that God would let Ih a deluge of misery, uh vdd xx np1 vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12 av, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 cc n2? q-crq n2 vhd pns12? q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vhd pns12 c-crq pns12 vvd av? q-crq vmb pns12 vdi? q-crq vmb pns12 vvi? dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp pno12, pn22 vbdr j cst np1 vmd vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1, (192) application (DIV2) 35 Image 160
517 and at that door let in al his wrath upon us, and not only so, but a door open for al kind of wickedness, al superstition, Idolatry, cruelty; and At that door let in all his wrath upon us, and not only so, but a door open for all kind of wickedness, all Superstition, Idolatry, cruelty; cc p-acp d n1 vvb p-acp d po31 n1 p-acp pno12, cc xx av-j av, cc-acp dt n1 j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, d n1, n1, n1; (192) application (DIV2) 35 Image 160
518 What a door was there open not long since? we may apply that place of Jer. 23.15. where the Prophet saith, Prophaneness is gone through the whole Land from the Prophets, from wicked and scandalous Ministers and others. What a door was there open not long since? we may apply that place of Jer. 23.15. where the Prophet Says, Profaneness is gone through the Whole Land from the prophets, from wicked and scandalous Ministers and Others. q-crq dt n1 vbds a-acp j xx av-j a-acp? pns12 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f np1 crd. c-crq dt n1 vvz, n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2, p-acp j cc j n2 cc n2-jn. (192) application (DIV2) 35 Image 160
519 Oh! what superstition and prophaneness went throughout our Land, there was a door open from them to al wickedness, such a door as might bring al kind of wickedness. Oh! what Superstition and profaneness went throughout our Land, there was a door open from them to all wickedness, such a door as might bring all kind of wickedness. uh q-crq n1 cc n1 vvd p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vbds dt n1 j p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, d dt n1 c-acp vmd vvi d n1 pp-f n1. (192) application (DIV2) 35 Image 160
520 Now that we that had the mouth of such a door laid open upon us, should now have a door of hope opened to us, Oh! praised and blessed be the name of God! shal we be unfaithful now to God in this way of mercy towards us? Now that we that had the Mouth of such a door laid open upon us, should now have a door of hope opened to us, Oh! praised and blessed be the name of God! shall we be unfaithful now to God in this Way of mercy towards us? av cst pns12 d vhd dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vvd j p-acp pno12, vmd av vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd p-acp pno12, uh vvd cc vvn vbb dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb pns12 vbi j av p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12? (192) application (DIV2) 35 Image 160
521 3. Consider that we have this door of hope opened to us, after that we have been unfaithful, 3. Consider that we have this door of hope opened to us, After that we have been unfaithful, crd np1 cst pns12 vhb d n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno12, c-acp cst pns12 vhb vbn j, (192) application (DIV2) 36 Image 160
522 after the opening of other doors, how many doors have we shut to our selves hertofore? We have had many doores of hopes, other Parliaments before & yet we not following of God, we did wretchedly and wickedly shut these doors upon God, and upon our selves; After the opening of other doors, how many doors have we shut to our selves heretofore? We have had many doors of hope's, other Parliaments before & yet we not following of God, we did wretchedly and wickedly shut these doors upon God, and upon our selves; p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j-jn n2, c-crq d n2 vhb pns12 vvn p-acp po12 n2 av? pns12 vhb vhn d n2 pp-f n2, j-jn n2 a-acp cc av pns12 xx vvg pp-f np1, pns12 vdd av-j cc av-j vvn d n2 p-acp np1, cc p-acp po12 n2; (192) application (DIV2) 36 Image 160
523 and yet that God should open yet another door unto us, Oh Gracious God! as they cryed at the laying of the foundation of the Temple, Praise, Praise; and yet that God should open yet Another door unto us, O Gracious God! as they cried At the laying of the Foundation of the Temple, Praise, Praise; cc av cst np1 vmd vvi av j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, uh j np1 c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1, vvb; (192) application (DIV2) 36 Image 160
524 so we may say now, though the work be not done as we desire, yet at the beginning of it we may cry, praise; praise. so we may say now, though the work be not done as we desire, yet At the beginning of it we may cry, praise; praise. av pns12 vmb vvi av, cs dt n1 vbb xx vdn c-acp pns12 vvb, av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 pns12 vmb vvi, n1; vvb. (192) application (DIV2) 36 Image 160
525 4. This door of hope was opened to us, when in our own thoughts we give al up for lost, 4. This door of hope was opened to us, when in our own thoughts we give all up for lost, crd d n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno12, c-crq p-acp po12 d n2 pns12 vvb d a-acp c-acp vvn, (192) application (DIV2) 37 Image 160
526 when we even thought in our selves, that God had for eternity shut the door against us, Oh! how have the ministers of God in former times been crying up judgments, when we even Thought in our selves, that God had for eternity shut the door against us, Oh! how have the Ministers of God in former times been crying up Judgments, c-crq pns12 av vvn p-acp po12 n2, cst np1 vhd p-acp n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno12, uh q-crq vhb dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2 vbn vvg a-acp n2, (192) application (DIV2) 37 Image 160
527 and our guilty consciences did close with those truths, and say, surely now God is gone, peace is gone, Christ is gone, hope of God for posterity is even gone, we are made a prey to their teeth, and our guilty Consciences did close with those truths, and say, surely now God is gone, peace is gone, christ is gone, hope of God for posterity is even gone, we Are made a prey to their teeth, cc po12 j n2 vdd vvi p-acp d n2, cc vvi, av-j av np1 vbz vvn, n1 vbz vvn, np1 vbz vvn, n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vbz av vvn, pns12 vbr vvn dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, (192) application (DIV2) 37 Image 160
528 and even swallowed up and now after that we gave up al for gone, and did conclude that God had shut the door for ever against us: and even swallowed up and now After that we gave up all for gone, and did conclude that God had shut the door for ever against us: cc av vvn a-acp cc av p-acp cst pns12 vvd a-acp d c-acp vvn, cc vdd vvi cst np1 vhd vvn dt n1 c-acp av p-acp pno12: (192) application (DIV2) 37 Image 160
529 yet now for God to open a door of hope, this may work upon our conscences to sanctify the Lords name, yet now for God to open a door of hope, this may work upon our Consciences to sanctify the lords name, av av p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, d vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 n1, (192) application (DIV2) 37 Image 160
530 and to follow the Lord with all our might in this way of mercy. Yea, shal I say further in the fift place. and to follow the Lord with all our might in this Way of mercy. Yea, shall I say further in the fift place. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d po12 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. uh, vmb pns11 vvb av-jc p-acp dt ord n1. (192) application (DIV2) 37 Image 160
457 USE. 9. USE. 9. n1. crd (192) application (DIV2) 32 Image 160
458 A Use of Exhortation to us al, to follow God on in the way of his Mercies, A Use of Exhortation to us all, to follow God on in the Way of his mercies, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12 d, pc-acp vvi np1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
459 when God hath opened a doore of hope to us, let us follow on after God; when God hath opened a door of hope to us, let us follow on After God; c-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp p-acp np1; (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
460 63. Psalme. 8. the Psalmest there speakes of God unto them, but marke what use he makes of it, my soule (saith he) follows hard after God, O! this should be our course, doth God come at any time particularly to us in any way of Mercy? Let our soule follow hard after God, 63. Psalm. 8. the Psalmist there speaks of God unto them, but mark what use he makes of it, my soul (Says he) follows hard After God, OH! this should be our course, does God come At any time particularly to us in any Way of Mercy? Let our soul follow hard After God, crd n1. crd dt js-jn a-acp vvz pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp vvb r-crq n1 pns31 vvz pp-f pn31, po11 n1 (vvz pns31) vvz av-j p-acp np1, uh d vmd vbi po12 n1, vdz n1 vvi p-acp d n1 av-j p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1? vvb po12 n1 vvi av-j p-acp np1, (192) application (DIV2) 33 Image 160
208 and those that were Godly were sure to have deliverance complate, Thou wilt ordain, we are sure of that (say they) why? for thou hast wrought al our works for us, and those that were Godly were sure to have deliverance complate, Thou wilt ordain, we Are sure of that (say they) why? for thou hast wrought all our works for us, cc d cst vbdr j vbdr j pc-acp vhi n1 vvi, pns21 vm2 vvi, pns12 vbr j pp-f d (vvb pns32) q-crq? c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn d po12 n2 p-acp pno12, (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
209 for it is not Cyrus, But it is a remarkable hand of God upon the spirit of Cyrus, and al that is done in our deliverance, it is done through a mighty hand of God; for it is not Cyrus, But it is a remarkable hand of God upon the Spirit of Cyrus, and all that is done in our deliverance, it is done through a mighty hand of God; c-acp pn31 vbz xx np1, p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d cst vbz vdn p-acp po12 n1, pn31 vbz vdn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1; (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
218 Brethren, when Gods mercies are creating mercies, then we may expect that they wil be perfect mercies, Brothers, when God's Mercies Are creating Mercies, then we may expect that they will be perfect Mercies, n1, c-crq npg1 n2 vbr vvg n2, cs pns12 vmb vvi cst pns32 vmb vbi j n2, (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
210 [ Thou hast wrought al our works in us; [ Thou hast wrought all our works in us; [ pns21 vh2 vvn d po12 n2 p-acp pno12; (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
229 for his wondrous works that he hath done of late declare it. But that is the first. for his wondrous works that he hath done of late declare it. But that is the First. c-acp po31 j n2 cst pns31 vhz vdn pp-f av-j vvi pn31. p-acp d vbz dt ord. (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
228 Surely (Brethren) Gods name is nigh, God hath seemed to be afar off from England for a long time, God is coming nigh, his name is nigh, Surely (Brothers) God's name is High, God hath seemed to be afar off from England for a long time, God is coming High, his name is High, np1 (n2) npg1 n1 vbz av-j, np1 vhz vvd pc-acp vbi av a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, np1 vbz vvg av-j, po31 n1 vbz av-j, (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
227 and therefore we may draw that coclusion that the Church did, Thou wilt ordain peace, for thou hast wrought al our works for us. and Therefore we may draw that conclusion that the Church did, Thou wilt ordain peace, for thou hast wrought all our works for us. cc av pns12 vmb vvi d n1 cst dt n1 vdd, pns21 vm2 vvi n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn d po12 n2 p-acp pno12. (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
226 if ever a people could say, Thou (Oh Lord) hast wrought al our works for us, we may wel say it: if ever a people could say, Thou (O Lord) hast wrought all our works for us, we may well say it: cs av dt n1 vmd vvi, pns21 (uh n1) vh2 vvn d po12 n2 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb av vvi pn31: (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
225 then we may at this day; then we may At this day; cs pns12 vmb p-acp d n1; (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
224 for if ever people have created mercies we have; if ever a people could see the face of God in a way of mercy, for if ever people have created Mercies we have; if ever a people could see the face of God in a Way of mercy, c-acp cs av n1 vhb vvn n2 pns12 vhb; cs av dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
223 Now (Brethren) before we come to Application to our own hearts, we cannot but apply this as a strong argument to raise up our thoughts, to make account of the mercies this day we enjoy, to be a door of Hope unto us; Now (Brothers) before we come to Application to our own hearts, we cannot but apply this as a strong argument to raise up our thoughts, to make account of the Mercies this day we enjoy, to be a door of Hope unto us; av (n2) c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po12 d n2, pns12 vmbx p-acp vvi d p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n2 d n1 pns12 vvb, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12; (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
222 but we see a kind of created power, then surely it wil be perfect. but we see a kind of created power, then surely it will be perfect. cc-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1, av av-j pn31 vmb vbi j. (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
221 Now when the mercies of God are as it were created mercies, not generated out of second causes, Now when the Mercies of God Are as it were created Mercies, not generated out of second Causes, av c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr p-acp pn31 vbdr vvn n2, xx vvn av pp-f ord n2, (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
220 many times there may want a Limb, a member in generation, but al that God creates, he creates perfect: many times there may want a Limb, a member in generation, but all that God creates, he creates perfect: d n2 a-acp vmb vvi dt n1, dt n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp d cst np1 vvz, pns31 vvz j: (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
219 for though in generation there may be a defect, yet in creation there is never a defect: for though in generation there may be a defect, yet in creation there is never a defect: c-acp cs p-acp n1 a-acp vmb vbi dt n1, av p-acp n1 a-acp vbz av-x dt n1: (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
211 ] The work it is a work above Nature, it is a wonderful work of God, ] The work it is a work above Nature, it is a wondered work of God, ] dt n1 pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
212 and therefore we are sure that thou wilt ordain peace for us; and Therefore we Are sure that thou wilt ordain peace for us; cc av pns12 vbr j cst pns21 vm2 vvi n1 p-acp pno12; (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
213 When God appeares wonderful remarkably in a Mercy to his people, then they conclude of further Mercies: When God appears wondered remarkably in a Mercy to his people, then they conclude of further mercies: c-crq np1 vvz j av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs pns32 vvb pp-f jc n2: (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
214 A most excellent place for that likewise in Psal. 75.5. A most excellent place for that likewise in Psalm 75.5. dt av-ds j n1 p-acp d av p-acp np1 crd. (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
215 Ʋnto thee (Oh God) do we give thanks, for that thy name is neare thy wonderous works declare, mark, [ for that thy name is near thy wonderous works declare, ] Oh Lord! (as if they should have said) we se thy wonderful works, we see thy face, thy Power, thy Glory, thy Mercy, and thy Goodness; Ʋnto thee (O God) do we give thanks, for that thy name is near thy wondrous works declare, mark, [ for that thy name is near thy wondrous works declare, ] O Lord! (as if they should have said) we see thy wondered works, we see thy face, thy Power, thy Glory, thy Mercy, and thy goodness; np1 pno21 (uh np1) vdb pns12 vvb n2, c-acp cst po21 n1 vbz av-j po21 j n2 vvi, vvb, [ c-acp cst po21 n1 vbz av-j po21 j n2 vvi, ] uh n1! (c-acp cs pns32 vmd vhi vvn) pns12 vvb po21 j n2, pns12 vvb po21 n1, po21 n1, po21 n1, po21 n1, cc po21 n1; (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
216 we se thy Mercy a creating Mercy and therefore thy name is near, O! thou art good yet more and more, we see thy Mercy a creating Mercy and Therefore thy name is near, OH! thou art good yet more and more, pns12 vvb po21 n1 dt j-vvg n1 cc av po21 n1 vbz j, uh pns21 vb2r j av n1 cc av-dc, (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
217 for that thy wondrous works declare. for that thy wondrous works declare. c-acp cst po21 j n2 vvi. (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
197 The first discovery whether Gods present Mercies be in-lets to future. The First discovery whither God's present mercies be inlets to future. dt ord n1 cs n2 j n2 vbb j p-acp j-jn. (177) discovery (DIV2) 17 Image 160
198 When in a mercy there is some special discovery of God unto his people, ] (I say) some special and glorious discovery of God in a Mercy, When in a mercy there is Some special discovery of God unto his people, ] (I say) Some special and glorious discovery of God in a Mercy, c-crq p-acp dt n1 a-acp vbz d j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, ] (pns11 vvb) d j cc j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
199 As in his Mercy to Abraham, Isaak, Jacob, Solomon, David, &c. There were glorious discoveries of Gods presence, As in his Mercy to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Solomon, David, etc. There were glorious discoveries of God's presence, c-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, av a-acp vbdr j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
200 when as Jacob was delivered form Esau, saith Jacob, I have seen thee as the face of God, it may be read thus, I have seen thee after the face of God, after I have seen the face of God I have seen thee; when as Jacob was Delivered from Esau, Says Jacob, I have seen thee as the face of God, it may be read thus, I have seen thee After the face of God, After I have seen the face of God I have seen thee; c-crq p-acp np1 vbds vvn n1 np1, vvz np1, pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn av, pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 pns11 vhb vvn pno21; (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
201 I, that is sweet and comfortable indeed, when we can see a mercy after we have seen the face of God; I, that is sweet and comfortable indeed, when we can see a mercy After we have seen the face of God; pns11, cst vbz j cc j av, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 c-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1; (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
202 we can se the face of God in the way of his Mercy, and after we see the face of God, we can see the face of God in the Way of his Mercy, and After we see the face of God, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc c-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
203 then look upon the Mercy, and then gather this argument, If thou hast an eye that in a Mercy thou canst see the face of God there, then look upon the Mercy, and then gather this argument, If thou hast an eye that in a Mercy thou Canst see the face of God there, av vvb p-acp dt n1, cc av vvb d n1, cs pns21 vh2 dt n1 cst p-acp dt n1 pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp, (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
204 and after the sight of the face of God in the mercy, then it is somewhat. Thus in Isay, 26.12. and After the sighed of the face of God in the mercy, then it is somewhat. Thus in Saiah, 26.12. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vbz av. av p-acp np1, crd. (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
205 Lord thou wilt ordain peace for us, [ thou wilt, ] for thou also hast wrought al our works in us, mark the argument, Lord, thou wilt ordain peace, Lord thou wilt ordain peace for us, [ thou wilt, ] for thou also hast wrought all our works in us, mark the argument, Lord, thou wilt ordain peace, n1 pns21 vm2 vvi n1 p-acp pno12, [ pns21 vm2, ] c-acp pns21 av vh2 vvn d po12 n2 p-acp pno12, vvb dt n1, n1, pns21 vm2 vvi n1, (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
206 Why? For thou hast wrought al our works in us: Why? For thou hast wrought all our works in us: q-crq? p-acp pns21 vh2 vvn d po12 n2 p-acp pno12: (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
207 This scripture is spoken concerning the deliverance of the people of Israel from their captivity, God did begin to deliver them, This scripture is spoken Concerning the deliverance of the people of Israel from their captivity, God did begin to deliver them, d n1 vbz vvn vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n1, np1 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi pno32, (177) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
231 a Spiritual Mercie never come alone, but make way for further. a Spiritual Mercy never come alone, but make Way for further. dt j n1 av-x vvb av-j, cc-acp vvb n1 p-acp jc. (178) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
244 because he hath poured his Spirit upon you; that is the Second, Because he hath poured his Spirit upon you; that is the Second, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp pn22; d vbz dt ord, (178) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
243 Hath God poured out his Spirit upon any of your Souls? you may make this conclusion, it is Gods own conclusion, he wil never hide his face from you, Hath God poured out his Spirit upon any of your Souls? you may make this conclusion, it is God's own conclusion, he will never hide his face from you, vhz np1 vvn av po31 n1 p-acp d pp-f po22 n2? pn22 vmb vvi d n1, pn31 vbz npg1 d n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi po31 n1 p-acp pn22, (178) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
242 but for your selves in particular. but for your selves in particular. cc-acp p-acp po22 n2 p-acp j. (178) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
241 and this is Gods own promise and Argument, you may plead it with God in prayer, that he wil never hide his face from them, that he hath poured out his Spirit upon, not only in general may you make use of it, and this is God's own promise and Argument, you may plead it with God in prayer, that he will never hide his face from them, that he hath poured out his Spirit upon, not only in general may you make use of it, cc d vbz npg1 d n1 cc n1, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns31 vhz vvn av po31 n1 p-acp, xx av-j p-acp n1 vmb pn22 vvi n1 pp-f pn31, (178) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
240 If there be any people under Heaven that have the Spirit of God upon them, certainly the people of England have it at this day, If there be any people under Heaven that have the Spirit of God upon them, Certainly the people of England have it At this day, cs pc-acp vbb d n1 p-acp n1 cst vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb pn31 p-acp d n1, (178) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
239 because he hath poured out his Spirit upon us; Because he hath poured out his Spirit upon us; c-acp pns31 vhz vvn av po31 n1 p-acp pno12; (178) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
238 then it is an Argument for us this day that God wil not hide his face from us, then it is an Argument for us this day that God will not hide his face from us, cs pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12 d n1 cst np1 vmb xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12, (178) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
237 neither wil I hide my face any more from them, for I have poured out my spirit upon them; neither will I hide my face any more from them, for I have poured out my Spirit upon them; dx vmb pns11 vvi po11 n1 d dc p-acp pno32, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn av po11 n1 p-acp pno32; (178) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
236 and how hath he poured out his Spirit upon our Worthies assembled in Parliament? Now let this be a good Argument, and how hath he poured out his Spirit upon our Worthies assembled in Parliament? Now let this be a good Argument, cc q-crq vhz pns31 vvn av po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2-j vvn p-acp n1? av vvb d vbb dt j n1, (178) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
235 God poureth out his Spirit unto his people, upon private Christians, and upon Ministers in a wonderful abundant manner, God pours out his Spirit unto his people, upon private Christians, and upon Ministers in a wondered abundant manner, np1 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp j np1, cc p-acp n2 p-acp dt j j n1, (178) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
234 Brethren, if ever any Nation had the Spirit of God poured out upon them, certainly we have; Brothers, if ever any nation had the Spirit of God poured out upon them, Certainly we have; n1, cs av d n1 vhd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av p-acp pno32, av-j pns12 vhb; (178) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
233 Mark, I wil hide my face no more from them, Why? for I have poured out my Spirit upon the House of Israel, saith the Lord God. Mark, I will hide my face no more from them, Why? for I have poured out my Spirit upon the House of Israel, Says the Lord God. vvb, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 av-dx dc p-acp pno32, q-crq? c-acp pns11 vhb vvn av po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz dt n1 np1. (178) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
232 I wil give you but one Text for that, because I see time outruns me, in Ezek. 39.29. Neither wil I hide my face any more from them (saith God) Why? For I have powred out my Spirit upon the House of Israel, saitth the Lord God; I will give you but one Text for that, Because I see time outruns me, in Ezekiel 39.29. Neither will I hide my face any more from them (Says God) Why? For I have poured out my Spirit upon the House of Israel, saitth the Lord God; pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp crd n1 p-acp d, c-acp pns11 vvb n1 vvz pno11, p-acp np1 crd. av-d vmb pns11 vvi po11 n1 d dc p-acp pno32 (vvz np1) q-crq? c-acp pns11 vhb vvn av po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av dt n1 np1; (178) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
230 The Second discovery whether Gods present Mercies be in-lets to future Mercies. When Gods Mercies are Spiritual Mercies, then they are certain in-lets to further Mercies. The Second discovery whither God's present mercies be inlets to future mercies. When God's mercies Are Spiritual mercies, then they Are certain inlets to further mercies. dt ord n1 cs n2 j n2 vbb j p-acp j-jn n2. c-crq npg1 n2 vbr j n2, cs pns32 vbr j j pc-acp jc n2. (178) discovery (DIV2) 18 Image 160
261 Again Fourthly, a Fourth Note of a Mercy that is a making way to further Mercies, is this, Again Fourthly, a Fourth Note of a Mercy that is a making Way to further mercies, is this, av ord, dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz dt vvg n1 p-acp jc n2, vbz d, (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
245 The Third discovery whether Gods present Mercies be in-lets to future Mercies. The Third discovery whither God's present mercies be inlets to future mercies. dt ord n1 cs n2 j n2 vbb j p-acp j-jn n2. (179) discovery (DIV2) 19 Image 160
246 Then is a Mercy a fore-runner of further Mercy, when it is obtained by Faith and prayer in the Covenant of Grace; Then is a Mercy a forerunner of further Mercy, when it is obtained by Faith and prayer in the Covenant of Grace; av vbz dt n1 dt n1 pp-f jc n1, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
247 That Mercy that prayer and the exercise of Faith doth obtain, is certainly and infallibly, a fore-runner of further Mercy. That Mercy that prayer and the exercise of Faith does obtain, is Certainly and infallibly, a forerunner of further Mercy. cst n1 cst n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi, vbz av-j cc av-j, dt n1 pp-f jc n1. (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
248 God hath not done with that people, and that Soul in a way of Mercy, where he bestows a Mercy as a fruit of prayer, God hath not done with that people, and that Soul in a Way of Mercy, where he bestows a Mercy as a fruit of prayer, np1 vhz xx vdn p-acp d n1, cc d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
249 an exercise of Faith in the Covenant; an exercise of Faith in the Covenant; dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
250 If prayer be the Key to open Heaven when it is shut to us, much more then wil it keep Heaven open when it is once open, If prayer be the Key to open Heaven when it is shut to us, much more then will it keep Heaven open when it is once open, cs n1 vbb dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, av-d av-dc cs vmb pn31 vvi n1 vvi c-crq pn31 vbz a-acp j, (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
251 but that we know to be the excellency of prayer, it is the great Key of Heaven that golden Key of Heaven that opens it when it is shut, but that we know to be the excellency of prayer, it is the great Key of Heaven that golden Key of Heaven that Opens it when it is shut, cc-acp cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cst j n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
252 then surely prayer can keep Heaven open; then surely prayer can keep Heaven open; av av-j n1 vmb vvi n1 j; (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
253 If ever a Mercy were obtained by prayer, certainly that Mercy that we have now for the present here in Edgland, is a Mercy obtained by prayer, If ever a Mercy were obtained by prayer, Certainly that Mercy that we have now for the present Here in England, is a Mercy obtained by prayer, cs av dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, av-j d n1 cst pns12 vhb av p-acp dt j av p-acp np1, vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
254 if ever there were a Parliment obtained by prayer since England was a Nation, certainly this Parliment was; if ever there were a Parliament obtained by prayer since England was a nation, Certainly this Parliament was; cs av a-acp vbdr dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 c-acp np1 vbds dt n1, av-j d n1 vbds; (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
255 we may cal the name of this Parliament Samuel, asked of God, and what have been the earnest cries of Gods people, of many that are dead and gone, but for these times: we may call the name of this Parliament Samuel, asked of God, and what have been the earnest cries of God's people, of many that Are dead and gone, but for these times: pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 np1, vvd pp-f np1, cc q-crq vhb vbn dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, pp-f d cst vbr j cc vvn, cc-acp p-acp d n2: (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
256 Now that that is a fruit not only of prayer of Gods people for the present, Now that that is a fruit not only of prayer of God's people for the present, av cst d vbz dt n1 xx av-j pp-f n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt j, (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
257 but is the Harvest of so many prayers of the Saints of God, and Worthies of God in former ages that are now gone, but is the Harvest of so many Prayers of the Saints of God, and Worthies of God in former ages that Are now gone, cc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f av d n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc n2-j pp-f np1 p-acp j n2 cst vbr av vvn, (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
258 and their Souls are triumphing in Heaven, (I say) that that is the Harvest of al their prayers, and their Souls Are triumphing in Heaven, (I say) that that is the Harvest of all their Prayers, cc po32 n2 vbr vvg p-acp n1, (pns11 vvb) cst d vbz dt n1 pp-f d po32 n2, (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
259 surely cannot be one single Mercy, but is a Mercy to let in others, it is a Mercy that is a door of hope to further Mercies; surely cannot be one single Mercy, but is a Mercy to let in Others, it is a Mercy that is a door of hope to further mercies; av-j vmbx vbi crd j n1, cc-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp jc n2; (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
260 and that is the Third Note. and that is the Third Note. cc d vbz dt ord n1. (179) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
265 I must not build upon divers Sccriptures, only read that of David, in 2 Sam. 7. the whole Chapter you may read at your leisure, I must not built upon diverse Sccriptures, only read that of David, in 2 Sam. 7. the Whole Chapter you may read At your leisure, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp j n2, av-j vvn d pp-f np1, p-acp crd np1 crd dt n-jn n1 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1, (180) discovery (DIV2) 21 Image 160
262 The Fourth Discovery whether Gods present Mercies be in-lets to future Mercies. The Fourth Discovery whither God's present mercies be inlets to future mercies. dt ord n1 cs n2 j n2 vbb j p-acp j-jn n2. (180) discovery (DIV2) 20 Image 160
263 That Mercy that leads us to the God of Mercy, is certainly an inlet to further Mercies; That Mercy that leads us to the God of Mercy, is Certainly an inlet to further mercies; cst n1 cst vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp jc n2; (180) discovery (DIV2) 21 Image 160
264 whatsoever it is that leads our Souls to the God of Mercy, we may conclude that this Mercy wil bring abundant good with it: whatsoever it is that leads our Souls to the God of Mercy, we may conclude that this Mercy will bring abundant good with it: r-crq pn31 vbz cst vvz po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb vvi cst d n1 vmb vvi j j p-acp pn31: (180) discovery (DIV2) 21 Image 160
266 how Gods Mercy to him lead him to the God of Mercy, upon which there was such a promise of continuance of Mercy for so long a time. how God's Mercy to him led him to the God of Mercy, upon which there was such a promise of Continuance of Mercy for so long a time. c-crq npg1 n1 p-acp pno31 vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbds d dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av j dt n1. (180) discovery (DIV2) 21 Image 160
280 as when duty is accounted mercy, there wil be a persevernce in duty. Again another may be this. as when duty is accounted mercy, there will be a persevernce in duty. Again Another may be this. c-acp q-crq n1 vbz vvn n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp n1. av j-jn vmb vbi d. (181) discovery (DIV2) 22 Image 160
267 The fift Discovery whether Gods present Mercies be in-lets of future Mercies. The fift Discovery whither God's present mercies be inlets of future mercies. dt ord n1 cs n2 j n2 vbb j pp-f j-jn n2. (181) discovery (DIV2) 21 Image 160
268 That Mercy (I beseech you observe it) that is to a Soul, to a people an ingagement to duty, is certainly a door of more Mercy; That Mercy (I beseech you observe it) that is to a Soul, to a people an engagement to duty, is Certainly a door of more Mercy; cst n1 (pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pn31) d vbz p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 dt n1 p-acp n1, vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dc n1; (181) discovery (DIV2) 22 Image 160
269 whatsoever Mercy God bestows upon you in particular, or upon a Nation, if the Mercy be made an engagement to Duty, certaitnly it is a door to more Mercy; take it thus: whatsoever Mercy God bestows upon you in particular, or upon a nation, if the Mercy be made an engagement to Duty, certaitnly it is a door to more Mercy; take it thus: r-crq n1 np1 vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp j, cc p-acp dt n1, cs dt n1 vbb vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, av-j pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dc n1; vvb pn31 av: (181) discovery (DIV2) 22 Image 160
270 As so we may, when we do account our duties to be Mercies, then our duties wil hold: As so we may, when we do account our duties to be mercies, then our duties will hold: c-acp av pns12 vmb, c-crq pns12 vdb vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi n2, cs po12 n2 vmb vvi: (181) discovery (DIV2) 22 Image 160
271 so when Gods Mercies are turned into duties, then Gods Mercies wil hold; so when God's mercies Are turned into duties, then God's mercies will hold; av c-crq npg1 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2, cs npg1 n2 vmb vvi; (181) discovery (DIV2) 22 Image 160
272 it is a most infallible sign of one that wil persevere in duty, that wil never fail. it is a most infallible Signen of one that will persevere in duty, that will never fail. pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f pi cst vmb vvi p-acp n1, cst vmb av-x vvi. (181) discovery (DIV2) 22 Image 160
273 If thou wouldest know whether thou art like to persevere in duty or no, O! I am afraid I shal fall off, (saysome) O! if I were sure that I should persevere to the end, it would comfort me, Would you have an infalliable sign that your duties wil hold to the end? take this for one, If thy Soul looke upon every duty as a Mercy to thee, every command to a duty as Gods Mercy to thee every day, If thou Wouldst know whither thou art like to persevere in duty or no, OH! I am afraid I shall fallen off, (saysome) OH! if I were sure that I should persevere to the end, it would Comfort me, Would you have an infallible Signen that your duties will hold to the end? take this for one, If thy Soul look upon every duty as a Mercy to thee, every command to a duty as God's Mercy to thee every day, cs pns21 vmd2 vvi cs pns21 vb2r av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc uh-dx, uh pns11 vbm j pns11 vmb vvi a-acp, (j) uh cs pns11 vbdr j cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmd vvi pno11, vmd pn22 vhi dt j n1 cst po22 n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1? vvb d p-acp crd, cs po21 n1 vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno21, d n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp ng1 n1 p-acp pno21 d n1, (181) discovery (DIV2) 22 Image 160
274 thus I dare pawn my soul that soul wil persevere: thus I Dare pawn my soul that soul will persevere: av pns11 vvb vvi po11 n1 cst n1 vmb vvi: (181) discovery (DIV2) 22 Image 160
275 so far as any soul shal account a duty to be a Mercy, so far that soul shal persevere. so Far as any soul shall account a duty to be a Mercy, so Far that soul shall persevere. av av-j c-acp d n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, av av-j cst n1 vmb vvi. (181) discovery (DIV2) 22 Image 160
276 As it is a certain Evidence of perseverance in duty, when a duty is accounted a Mercy: As it is a certain Evidence of perseverance in duty, when a duty is accounted a Mercy: p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn dt n1: (181) discovery (DIV2) 22 Image 160
277 so (I say) it is a cerain Evidence that there wil be a perseverance in Mercy, so (I say) it is a cerain Evidence that there will be a perseverance in Mercy, av (pns11 vvb) pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1 cst a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp n1, (181) discovery (DIV2) 22 Image 160
278 when Mercy is turned into duty; when Mercy is turned into duty; c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1; (181) discovery (DIV2) 22 Image 160
279 when Mercy shal be an engagement to duty, and turns into duty, then it is a certain sign there wil be a perseverance in mercy; when Mercy shall be an engagement to duty, and turns into duty, then it is a certain Signen there will be a perseverance in mercy; c-crq n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp n1, cs pn31 vbz dt j n1 a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp n1; (181) discovery (DIV2) 22 Image 160
297 and God intendeth much good to it; and God intends much good to it; cc np1 vvz d j p-acp pn31; (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
295 I beseech you observe it, as when the heart can rise in the depth of adversity, it is a stronge argument that there is an enduring faith, and a pretious faith: I beseech you observe it, as when the heart can rise in the depth of adversity, it is a strong argument that there is an enduring faith, and a precious faith: pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pn31, c-acp c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg n1, cc dt j n1: (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
294 and the heart can be raised, and not sinke in the depth of adversity; and the heart can be raised, and not sink in the depth of adversity; cc dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
293 when as in one adversity, when God seems to come out against him, that a guilty heart can beleeve, when as in one adversity, when God seems to come out against him, that a guilty heart can believe, c-crq c-acp p-acp crd n1, c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno31, cst dt j n1 vmb vvi, (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
292 As it is a great argument of the strength of faith, and acceptable to God, As it is a great argument of the strength of faith, and acceptable to God, p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc j p-acp np1, (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
291 and they cry out, Oh! let me be low, and be any thing so Gods name be magnified, certainly this Mercy is a fore-runner of further mercy. and they cry out, Oh! let me be low, and be any thing so God's name be magnified, Certainly this Mercy is a forerunner of further mercy. cc pns32 vvb av, uh vvb pno11 vbi j, cc vbb d n1 av npg1 n1 vbi vvn, av-j d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f jc n1. (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
290 When this shal be the frame of a soule, of a people, when God advanceth them in a way of Mercy, When this shall be the frame of a soul, of a people, when God Advanceth them in a Way of Mercy, c-crq d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n1, c-crq np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
289 and be thou great, O Lord. and be thou great, Oh Lord. cc vbb pns21 j, uh n1. (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
288 and now I am great, and God hath magnified me, no, but what am I? and let thy name be magnified, and now I am great, and God hath magnified me, no, but what am I? and let thy name be magnified, cc av pns11 vbm j, cc np1 vhz vvn pno11, uh-dx, cc-acp q-crq vbm pns11? cc vvb po21 n1 vbi vvn, (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
287 Davids heart was not taken up about this, Oh! God hath promised to me a perpetual Kingdome unto my posterity, Davids heart was not taken up about this, Oh! God hath promised to me a perpetual Kingdom unto my posterity, np1 n1 vbds xx vvn a-acp p-acp d, uh np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno11 dt j n1 p-acp po11 n1, (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
286 Let thy name be magnified for ever; he was low in his own spirit; What am I? but let thy name be magnified for ever; Let thy name be magnified for ever; he was low in his own Spirit; What am I? but let thy name be magnified for ever; vvb po21 n1 vbi vvn p-acp av; pns31 vbds j p-acp po31 d n1; q-crq vbm pns11? p-acp vvi po21 n1 vbi vvn p-acp av; (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
285 he crieth not out thou hast made me great, but thou art great, O Lord! and in the 26. verse. he cries not out thou hast made me great, but thou art great, Oh Lord! and in the 26. verse. pns31 vvz xx av pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 j, cc-acp pns21 vb2r j, uh n1! cc p-acp dt crd n1. (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
284 marke you, Davids spirit was as low then, never lower, what am I? saith David; and David cries out, Thou art great, O Lord! mark you, Davids Spirit was as low then, never lower, what am I? Says David; and David cries out, Thou art great, Oh Lord! vvb pn22, np1 n1 vbds c-acp av-j av, av-x jc, q-crq vbm pns11? vvz np1; cc np1 vvz av, pns21 vb2r j, uh n1! (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
283 when God had promised to David great things; when God had promised to David great things; c-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp np1 j n2; (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
282 And it is very observable that place in Sam. 2, 7. you may read that Chapter in two or three several places, And it is very observable that place in Sam. 2, 7. you may read that Chapter in two or three several places, cc pn31 vbz av j cst n1 p-acp np1 crd, crd pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp crd cc crd j n2, (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
281 The Sixt discovery whether Gods present mercyes be in-lets to future mercies. That mercy that humbleth the heart, that mercy is an in-let to further mercy; The Sixt discovery whither God's present Mercies be inlets to future Mercies. That mercy that Humbleth the heart, that mercy is an inlet to further mercy; dt ord n1 cs n2 j n2 vbb j p-acp j-jn n2. cst n1 cst vvz dt n1, cst n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp jc n1; (182) discovery (DIV2) 22 Image 160
296 so when the heart can fal in the height of prosperity, and be low, there is abundance of grace in that soul acceptable to God, so when the heart can fall in the height of Prosperity, and be low, there is abundance of grace in that soul acceptable to God, av c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vbi j, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 j p-acp np1, (182) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
306 or family or particular man or woman, begineth to devote that first fruit of mercy to God, it is evident it is a doore of hope of further Mercy. or family or particular man or woman, beginneth to devote that First fruit of mercy to God, it is evident it is a door of hope of further Mercy. cc n1 cc j n1 cc n1, vvz pc-acp vvi cst ord n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vbz j pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f jc n1. (183) discovery (DIV2) 24 Image 160
305 So when God beginneth in a way of mercy and goodness, then if a people, So when God begins in a Way of mercy and Goodness, then if a people, av c-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av cs dt n1, (183) discovery (DIV2) 24 Image 160
304 and so it became an evidence to them, that they should possesse the Good land afterwards; and so it became an evidence to them, that they should possess the Good land afterwards; cc av pn31 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmd vvi dt j n1 av; (183) discovery (DIV2) 24 Image 160
303 when God did begin to give them possession of that good land, they did devote the first fruits to God, when God did begin to give them possession of that good land, they did devote the First fruits to God, c-crq np1 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 pp-f cst j n1, pns32 vdd vvi dt ord n2 p-acp np1, (183) discovery (DIV2) 24 Image 160
302 and this valey of Acon was just by it; and this valley of Acon was just by it; cc d n1 pp-f np1 vbds j p-acp pn31; (183) discovery (DIV2) 24 Image 160
301 This vally of Achon you know it was by Jerico, as an evidence unto them that they should have al the Land of Canan, now what did they at Jericho? they did devote al to God, the whole City to God with the suburbs of it were devoted to God, they consecrated the first fruites of Canan at their entering into Canan, where Jericho was, This valley of Achon you know it was by Jericho, as an evidence unto them that they should have all the Land of Canaan, now what did they At Jericho? they did devote all to God, the Whole city to God with the suburbs of it were devoted to God, they consecrated the First fruits of Canaan At their entering into Canaan, where Jericho was, d n1 pp-f np1 pn22 vvb pn31 vbds p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst pns32 vmd vhi d dt n1 pp-f np1, av r-crq vdd pns32 p-acp np1? pns32 vdd vvi d p-acp np1, dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp np1, pns32 vvd dt ord n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 vvg p-acp np1, c-crq np1 vbds, (183) discovery (DIV2) 24 Image 160
300 then it is but an inlet of further Mercies; for so it was here. then it is but an inlet of further mercies; for so it was Here. cs pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f jc n2; c-acp av pn31 vbds av. (183) discovery (DIV2) 24 Image 160
299 When as we are careful to consecrate the first fruits of our Mercies to God, when the first fruits of the good we do receive, are ever consecrated to God, When as we Are careful to consecrate the First fruits of our mercies to God, when the First fruits of the good we do receive, Are ever consecrated to God, c-crq c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt ord n2 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp np1, c-crq dt ord n2 pp-f dt j pns12 vdb vvi, vbr av vvn p-acp np1, (183) discovery (DIV2) 24 Image 160
298 The seventh discovery Whether Gods present mercies be in-lets to future mercies. The seventh discovery Whither God's present Mercies be inlets to future Mercies. dt ord n1 cs npg1 j n2 vbb j p-acp j-jn n2. (183) discovery (DIV2) 23 Image 160
307 Thus I have done with the explication, I am sory I have no more time for the application, I wil passe over things as briefly as I can, it is the last of al I most intend. for the First therefore. Thus I have done with the explication, I am sorry I have no more time for the application, I will pass over things as briefly as I can, it is the last of all I most intend. for the First Therefore. av pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt n1, pns11 vbm j pns11 vhb dx dc n1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n2 c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmb, pn31 vbz dt ord pp-f d pns11 av-ds vvb. p-acp dt ord av. (183) discovery (DIV2) 24 Image 160
799 If thou hast cause to bless God for a few dayes that he hath lengthened out to thee here, what cause hast thou bless him for the hope of eternal life? Again. USE. 4, If thou hast cause to bless God for a few days that he hath lengthened out to thee Here, what cause hast thou bless him for the hope of Eternal life? Again. USE. 4, cs pns21 vh2 n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt d n2 cst pns31 vhz vvn av p-acp pno21 av, q-crq n1 vh2 pns21 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1? av. n1. crd, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 75 Image 183
798 But then to live to al eternity with God, what honor is in that? If the hoary head be a crown of glory, what crown of glory is it for a man to have eternal life? to have that eternal crown of glory put upon him, what are a few years here in this world, in comparison to eternity? but a little plash of water in comparison of the infinite ocean. But then to live to all eternity with God, what honour is in that? If the hoary head be a crown of glory, what crown of glory is it for a man to have Eternal life? to have that Eternal crown of glory put upon him, what Are a few Years Here in this world, in comparison to eternity? but a little plash of water in comparison of the infinite Ocean. p-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp np1, r-crq n1 vbz p-acp d? cs dt j n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vhi j n1? pc-acp vhi d j n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno31, r-crq vbr dt d n2 av p-acp d n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1? p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 75 Image 183
797 and yet this Rehoboam was above forty years Old, whereas Joseph was a young man, and the scripture in Gen. 45. cals him a Father unto Pharoah. But Thirdly. USE. 3. If it be an honor to live many years in this world, O! What an honor is eternity then to live for ever? It hath been counted a great honor to have but any monuments of men after they are dead, to last for a great while, Julius Ceasar he hath appointed his ashes to be kept in an urine in a Room to this day, (as they say) so very honorable is a monument. and yet this Rehoboam was above forty Years Old, whereas Joseph was a young man, and the scripture in Gen. 45. calls him a Father unto Pharaoh. But Thirdly. USE. 3. If it be an honour to live many Years in this world, OH! What an honour is eternity then to live for ever? It hath been counted a great honour to have but any monuments of men After they Are dead, to last for a great while, Julius Caesar he hath appointed his Ashes to be kept in an urine in a Room to this day, (as they say) so very honourable is a monument. cc av d np1 vbds p-acp crd n2 j, cs np1 vbds dt j n1, cc dt n1 p-acp np1 crd vvz pno31 dt n1 p-acp np1. p-acp ord. n1. crd cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp d n1, uh q-crq dt n1 vbz n1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp av? pn31 vhz vbn vvn dt j n1 pc-acp vhi p-acp d n2 pp-f n2 c-acp pns32 vbr j, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, np1 np1 pns31 vhz vvn po31 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, (c-acp pns32 vvb) av av j vbz dt n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Image 183
796 when Rehoboam was young and tender hearted, and could not withstand them, young, a child, tender hearted, of a softly heart, a foolish Effeminat childish spirit, that is the meaning of it, when Rehoboam was young and tender hearted, and could not withstand them, young, a child, tender hearted, of a softly heart, a foolish Effeminate childish Spirit, that is the meaning of it, c-crq np1 vbds j cc j j-vvn, cc vmd xx vvi pno32, j, dt n1, j j-vvn, pp-f dt av-j n1, dt j j j n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Image 183
795 yet the scripture (you shal find in 2. Chron. 13.7.) cals Rehoboam a Child, he was but a Child, one that had a very childish Effeminate heart, yet the scripture (you shall find in 2. Chronicles 13.7.) calls Rehoboam a Child, he was but a Child, one that had a very childish Effeminate heart, av dt n1 (pn22 vmb vvi p-acp crd np1 crd.) vvz np1 dt n1, pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1, pi cst vhd dt j j j n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Image 183
794 It is a notable place that we are to observe that Rehoboam though he were above forty years Old, It is a notable place that we Are to observe that Rehoboam though he were above forty Years Old, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d np1 cs pns31 vbdr p-acp crd n2 j, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Image 183
793 Titus. 2.2, 3. you have there the exhortation of the Holy Ghost to Old men, how they should carry themselves with al gravity, and with modesty. Titus. 2.2, 3. you have there the exhortation of the Holy Ghost to Old men, how they should carry themselves with all gravity, and with modesty. np1. crd, crd pn22 vhb a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp j n2, c-crq pns32 vmd vvi px32 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Image 183
792 And much vanity may appeare in those that are Old, to make them be as Children. And much vanity may appear in those that Are Old, to make them be as Children. cc d n1 vmb vvi p-acp d cst vbr j, pc-acp vvi pno32 vbi p-acp n2. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Image 183
791 as wel as a young man may be Old. A young man may be Old in respect of his spirit, and demeanor, and carriage. as well as a young man may be Old. A young man may be Old in respect of his Spirit, and demeanour, and carriage. c-acp av c-acp dt j n1 vmb vbi np1 dt j n1 vmb vbi j p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Image 183
790 If thou shouldest do any thing unbeseeming thy Hoary head and Crown of Glory, thou takest the beauty away from thee, there is a Puerilis Senectus, an Old man may be a Child, If thou Shouldst do any thing unbeseeming thy Hoary head and Crown of Glory, thou Takest the beauty away from thee, there is a Puerilis Old age, an Old man may be a Child, cs pns21 vmd2 vdi d n1 vvg po21 j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pns21 vv2 dt n1 av p-acp pno21, pc-acp vbz dt fw-la fw-la, dt j n1 vmb vbi dt n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Image 183
789 I wear it long that I seeing my white hairs may do nothing dishonorable to them, may do nothing unbeseeming those white haires of mine. I wear it long that I seeing my white hairs may do nothing dishonourable to them, may do nothing unbeseeming those white hairs of mine. pns11 vvb pn31 j cst pns11 vvg po11 j-jn n2 vmb vdi pix j p-acp pno32, vmb vdi pix vvg d j-jn n2 pp-f png11. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Image 183
788 and one asked him why he wore it so long, he gave this answer; and one asked him why he wore it so long, he gave this answer; cc pi vvd pno31 c-crq pns31 vvd pn31 av av-j, pns31 vvd d n1; (194) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Image 183
787 I have read of a Lacedemonian that wore his beard very long, and it was white, I have read of a Lacedaemonian that wore his beard very long, and it was white, pns11 vhb vvn pp-f dt jp cst vvd po31 n1 av av-j, cc pn31 vbds j-jn, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Image 183
786 There is a Crown of Glory upon thy head, therefore defile not thy selfe. There is a Crown of Glory upon thy head, Therefore defile not thy self. pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po21 n1, av vvb xx po21 n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Image 183
785 for your white haires wil make your sins so much the blacker; and we read in Numb. 6.7. that the high priest might not defile himselfe because the consecration of God was upon his head. for your white hairs will make your Sins so much the blacker; and we read in Numb. 6.7. that the high priest might not defile himself Because the consecration of God was upon his head. p-acp po22 j-jn n2 vmb vvi po22 n2 av av-d dt jc-jn; cc pns12 vvb p-acp j. crd. cst dt j n1 vmd xx vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp po31 n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Image 183
784 God saith you are a Crown of Glory, dishonor not you this your Cown of Glory, God Says you Are a Crown of Glory, dishonour not you this your Cown of Glory, np1 vvz pn22 vbr dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb xx pn22 d po22 np1 pp-f n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Image 183
783 and under the law they were to be punished with death, if any parent would come and charge his son with disobedience, he was to be stoned to death. USE. 2. You that are old and ancient, seeing God hath put honor upon you, take heed you dishonor not your hoary haires. and under the law they were to be punished with death, if any parent would come and charge his son with disobedience, he was to be stoned to death. USE. 2. You that Are old and ancient, seeing God hath put honour upon you, take heed you dishonour not your hoary hairs. cc p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cs d n1 vmd vvi cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. n1. crd pn22 cst vbr j cc j, vvg np1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp pn22, vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx po22 j n2. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 73 Image 183
782 2. God threatens those that are disobedient and stout to their parents, that the very ravens shal pick out their eyes, 2. God threatens those that Are disobedient and stout to their Parents, that the very Ravens shall pick out their eyes, crd np1 vvz d cst vbr j cc j p-acp po32 n2, cst dt j n2 vmb vvi av po32 n2, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 73 Image 183
781 and indeed it is a sad and grevious disorder, we love the houses and the Towns in which we were borne, much more then the loynes and the womb in which we were borne, to which we should give a greater respect. And. and indeed it is a sad and grievous disorder, we love the houses and the Towns in which we were born, much more then the loins and the womb in which we were born, to which we should give a greater respect. And. cc av pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1, pns12 vvb dt n2 cc dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbdr vvn, av-d av-dc cs dt n2 cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbdr vvn, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd vvi dt jc n1. cc (194) doctrine (DIV2) 72 Image 183
780 when the young come and behave themselves proudly against the old, it is noted as a great argument of Gods Judgments upon a Kingdome, when the young come and behave themselves proudly against the old, it is noted as a great argument of God's Judgments upon a Kingdom, c-crq dt j vvi cc vvi px32 av-j p-acp dt j, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 72 Image 183
779 when younge ones shal behave themselves proudly against the old, in Isaiah. 3.5. when young ones shall behave themselves proudly against the old, in Isaiah. 3.5. c-crq j pi2 vmb vvi px32 av-j p-acp dt j, p-acp np1. crd. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 72 Image 183
778 and feed their old ones when they are not able to do it themselves. 1. It is a great evil in a common-wealth, and a signe of great confusion, and feed their old ones when they Are not able to do it themselves. 1. It is a great evil in a commonwealth, and a Signen of great confusion, cc vvi po32 j pi2 c-crq pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vdi pn31 px32. crd pn31 vbz dt j n-jn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 71 Image 183
777 and bear with their weaknesses, who is fitter to do it than thee to thy parents? the stork wil teach thee to provide for thy old parents, they wil helpe them to fly, and bear with their Weaknesses, who is fitter to do it than thee to thy Parents? the stork will teach thee to provide for thy old Parents, they will help them to fly, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vbz jc pc-acp vdi pn31 cs pno21 p-acp po21 n2? dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 j n2, pns32 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 71 Image 183
776 namly, because they have many weaknesses, therefore thou shouldest rather desire to have thy parents with thee, that thou mightest cover their weaknesses, namely, Because they have many Weaknesses, Therefore thou Shouldst rather desire to have thy Parents with thee, that thou Mightest cover their Weaknesses, av, c-acp pns32 vhb d n2, av pns21 vmd2 av-c vvi pc-acp vhi po21 n2 p-acp pno21, cst pns21 vmd2 vvi po32 n2, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 71 Image 183
775 or they from their old parents, is indeed an argument (if it were considered) why they should rather desire to have their parents with them, or they from their old Parents, is indeed an argument (if it were considered) why they should rather desire to have their Parents with them, cc pns32 p-acp po32 j n2, vbz av dt n1 (cs pn31 vbdr vvn) c-crq pns32 vmd av-c vvi pc-acp vhi po32 n2 p-acp pno32, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 71 Image 183
774 3. Give respect unto your parents in bearing good wil to them. The very reason why many would fain have their old parents to be from them, 3. Give respect unto your Parents in bearing good will to them. The very reason why many would fain have their old Parents to be from them, crd np1 n1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp vvg j n1 p-acp pno32. dt j n1 c-crq d vmd av-j vhi po32 j n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 71 Image 183
773 but would choose those that he thought were most agreeable unto the minde of his old Father. but would choose those that he Thought were most agreeable unto the mind of his old Father. cc-acp vmd vvi d cst pns31 vvd vbdr av-ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 70 Image 183
772 And Esau seeing that the daughters of Canaan pleased not Isaac his Father, then went Esau to Ishmael, and took unto the wives that he had, Mahalath the daughter of Ishmael Abrahams Son &c. When Esau saw the daugh•ers of Canaan did not please his father, Esau would go and take the daughter of Ishmael Abrahams Son, he would not displease his own old father, no not an Easu, no, not a prophane Esau he would not displease his own old father, not in his match, in his choice, And Esau seeing that the daughters of Canaan pleased not Isaac his Father, then went Esau to Ishmael, and took unto the wives that he had, Mahalath the daughter of Ishmael Abrahams Son etc. When Esau saw the daugh•ers of Canaan did not please his father, Esau would go and take the daughter of Ishmael Abrahams Son, he would not displease his own old father, no not an Esau, no, not a profane Esau he would not displease his own old father, not in his match, in his choice, cc np1 vvg cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd xx np1 po31 n1, av vvd np1 p-acp np1, cc vvd p-acp dt n2 cst pns31 vhd, npg1 dt n1 pp-f np1 npg1 n1 av c-crq np1 vvd dt n2 pp-f np1 vdd xx vvi po31 n1, np1 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 npg1 n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 d j n1, uh-dx xx dt np1, av-dx, xx dt j np1 pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 d j n1, xx p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 70 Image 183
771 Even Esau himselfe that was so wicked, yet he would seeme to give some respect unto his old father Isaac, as in Genesis. 18.8. Even Esau himself that was so wicked, yet he would seem to give Some respect unto his old father Isaac, as in Genesis. 18.8. j np1 px31 cst vbds av j, av pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po31 j n1 np1, a-acp p-acp n1. crd. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 70 Image 183
770 therefore God giveth a charge that none must despise their mothers when they are old. 2. Give respect to them by being dutifully obedient, hearkening to their counsels. Therefore God gives a charge that none must despise their mother's when they Are old. 2. Give respect to them by being dutifully obedient, Harkening to their Counsels. av np1 vvz dt n1 cst pix vmb vvi po32 n2 c-crq pns32 vbr j. crd np1 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp vbg av-j j, vvg p-acp po32 n2. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
769 Hear thy Father that begate thee, and despise not thy mother, because they being weaker are more ready to be despised, Hear thy Father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother, Because they being Weaker Are more ready to be despised, vvb po21 n1 cst vvd pno21, cc vvb xx po21 n1, c-acp pns32 vbg jc vbr av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
768 but though we must not be led into error through our respect unto them, yet stil keep our reverential respect towards them, especially you that be Children, reverence you your old parents, in Prov. 23.22. there is a charge, hearken to thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old; but though we must not be led into error through our respect unto them, yet still keep our reverential respect towards them, especially you that be Children, Reverence you your old Parents, in Curae 23.22. there is a charge, harken to thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old; cc-acp cs pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp pno32, av av vvi po12 j n1 p-acp pno32, av-j pn22 cst vbb n2, vvb pn22 po22 j n2, p-acp np1 crd. pc-acp vbz dt n1, vvb p-acp po21 n1 cst vvd pno21, cc vvb xx po21 n1 c-crq pns31 vbz j; (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
767 We must take heed that antiquity never so prevaile with us, no, not any old prophet, We must take heed that antiquity never so prevail with us, no, not any old Prophet, pns12 vmb vvi n1 cst n1 av-x av vvi p-acp pno12, uh-x, xx d j n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
766 and so he prevailed with him when the other Courtiers could not. and so he prevailed with him when the other Courtiers could not. cc av pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 c-crq dt j-jn n2 vmd xx. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
765 and he could easily put off a company of yong gallants at Court, but when he came unto the old prophet, Now there dwelt an old prophet in Bethel, (saith the text) and this old prophet he comes and he prevails with him to go against the command of God, it seemes he had some reverent respect unto his age, and he could Easily put off a company of young gallants At Court, but when he Come unto the old Prophet, Now there dwelled an old Prophet in Bethel, (Says the text) and this old Prophet he comes and he prevails with him to go against the command of God, it seems he had Some reverend respect unto his age, cc pns31 vmd av-j vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2-jn p-acp n1, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt j n1, av a-acp vvd dt j n1 p-acp np1, (vvz dt n1) cc d j n1 pns31 vvz cc pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vvz pns31 vhd d j n1 p-acp po31 n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
764 but when he came to the Court, then they laboured to perswade with him that he would returne, that he would stay and eate, but when he Come to the Court, then they laboured to persuade with him that he would return, that he would stay and eat, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cst pns31 vmd vvi, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
763 and when he came to the Court, not to stay, nor eate in that place, and when he Come to the Court, not to stay, nor eat in that place, cc c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, xx pc-acp vvi, ccx vvi p-acp d n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
762 of the prophet that God charged not to returne back again the same way he came, of the Prophet that God charged not to return back again the same Way he Come, pp-f dt n1 cst np1 vvd xx pc-acp vvi av av dt d n1 pns31 vvd, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
761 we have a notable story in the 1. Rings. 13.11. we have a notable story in the 1. Rings. 13.11. pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt crd vvz. crd. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
760 for to prevail with the younger somtimes in tha that is evil, and in this sence the holy-ghost bids us cal no man father, no man must be called Father, to have the authority, to be a rule of our actions against the truth; for to prevail with the younger sometimes in tha that is evil, and in this sense the Holy Ghost bids us call no man father, no man must be called Father, to have the Authority, to be a Rule of our actions against the truth; c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt jc av p-acp zz cst vbz j-jn, cc p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvz pno12 vvi dx n1 n1, dx n1 vmb vbi vvn n1, pc-acp vhi dt n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n1; (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
759 for that is antiquity that is according to the first original of al antiquities meus Jesus Christus saith Ignatius, and Crisostom saith, Christ said not that I am custom, but that I am the truth. There is a great deal of power I confess in old age, for that is antiquity that is according to the First original of all antiquities meus jesus Christus Says Ignatius, and Chrysostom Says, christ said not that I am custom, but that I am the truth. There is a great deal of power I confess in old age, p-acp d vbz n1 cst vbz vvg p-acp dt ord n-jn pp-f d n2 fw-la np1 fw-la vvz np1, cc np1 vvz, np1 vvd xx cst pns11 vbm n1, p-acp cst pns11 vbm dt n1. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 pns11 vvb p-acp j n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
758 so many being plunged in disput, when they have nothing else to say, they thinke to get together old rotten ragges of antiquity, no true antiquity, so many being plunged in dispute, when they have nothing Else to say, they think to get together old rotten rags of antiquity, no true antiquity, av d vbg vvn p-acp n1, c-crq pns32 vhb pix av pc-acp vvi, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi av j j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, dx j n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
757 and know not how to get out, especially in way of dispute, then they wil seeke to helpe themselves by antiquity as we read of Jeremiah when he was put into the mire, they put old rotten ragges under his arme-holes to lift him up, and know not how to get out, especially in Way of dispute, then they will seek to help themselves by antiquity as we read of Jeremiah when he was put into the mire, they put old rotten rags under his armholes to lift him up, cc vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi av, av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cs pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n1 c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f np1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvd j j-vvn n2 p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
756 When antiquity is pleaded for that which is not truth, it is but the very mould (as it were) of error, many men when they are (as it were) mired in their error, When antiquity is pleaded for that which is not truth, it is but the very mould (as it were) of error, many men when they Are (as it were) mired in their error, c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp d r-crq vbz xx n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) pp-f n1, d n2 c-crq pns32 vbr (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvn p-acp po32 n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
755 as to be led into any error by it. as to be led into any error by it. c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp pn31. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
754 and yet not so far as to give so much unto age, as to make it to be a rule of actions, and yet not so Far as to give so much unto age, as to make it to be a Rule of actions, cc av xx av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi av av-d p-acp n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n2, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
753 If God then thus honors it, and puts this honor upon it, O! let us al honor old age, let there be a reverent carriage of you towards them let them see the work of Godline•• the fruit of Godlyness, especially governors in in their servants, parents in their Children, that they may see that since they were more godly, they have more reverence to old age, Advise with them, be willing to be guided by them, If God then thus honours it, and puts this honour upon it, OH! let us all honour old age, let there be a reverend carriage of you towards them let them see the work of Godline•• the fruit of Godliness, especially Governors in in their Servants, Parents in their Children, that they may see that since they were more godly, they have more Reverence to old age, advice with them, be willing to be guided by them, cs np1 av av n2 pn31, cc vvz d n1 p-acp pn31, uh vvb pno12 d n1 j n1, vvb pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f pn22 p-acp pno32 vvi pno32 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j n2 p-acp p-acp po32 n2, n2 p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi d c-acp pns32 vbdr av-dc j, pns32 vhb dc n1 p-acp j n1, vvb p-acp pno32, vbb j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Image 183
752 4. There is a kind of image of Gods eternity upon it, God himself hath this title of the ancient of daies. USE. 1. 4. There is a kind of image of God's eternity upon it, God himself hath this title of the ancient of days. USE. 1. crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pn31, np1 px31 vhz d n1 pp-f dt j pp-f n2. n1. crd (194) doctrine (DIV2) 68 Image 183
751 and sparkling continually in our consciences. Again. 3. Old Age is that that al desire to come unto, and therefore honorable. and sparkling continually in our Consciences. Again. 3. Old Age is that that all desire to come unto, and Therefore honourable. cc vvg av-j p-acp po12 n2. av. crd j n1 vbz d cst d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc av j. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 66 Image 183
750 and men of knowledg, and indeed an ignorant Old man in these times of knowledg is a monster in the world, having had such a time of light as we have had shinning so clearly, dazeling our very eyes, and men of knowledge, and indeed an ignorant Old man in these times of knowledge is a monster in the world, having had such a time of Light as we have had shinning so clearly, dazzling our very eyes, cc n2 pp-f n1, cc av dt j j n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vhg vhn d dt n1 pp-f j c-acp pns12 vhb vhn n1 av av-j, vvg po12 j n2, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 66 Image 183
749 and I remember the Chaldee paraphrase upon that place, thou shalt rise up before the Old man, translate it with this word, qui doctus est in Lege, before him that is taught in the Law, supposing that al Old men should be men of understanding, and I Remember the Chaldee Paraphrase upon that place, thou shalt rise up before the Old man, translate it with this word, qui doctus est in Lege, before him that is taught in the Law, supposing that all Old men should be men of understanding, cc pns11 vvb dt np1 n1 p-acp d n1, pns21 vm2 vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1, vvb pn31 p-acp d n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, p-acp pno31 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg cst d j n2 vmd vbi n2 pp-f n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 66 Image 183
748 2. They are to be supposed to have knowledg, Prudence, and understanding, and Old Age is knit together diverse times in scripture, 2. They Are to be supposed to have knowledge, Prudence, and understanding, and Old Age is knit together diverse times in scripture, crd pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vhi n1, n1, cc n1, cc j n1 vbz vvn av j n2 p-acp n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 66 Image 183
747 and in that good condition in which it is. and in that good condition in which it is. cc p-acp d j n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 65 Image 183
746 Answ. 1 They had the possession of the world before you, and they have been means to keep the world, instruments to keep it in that order, Answer 1 They had the possession of the world before you, and they have been means to keep the world, Instruments to keep it in that order, np1 crd pns32 vhd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn22, cc pns32 vhb vbn n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 65 Image 183
745 I have not time to search fully into the reasons of it, (there are others things that I especially intend at this time that are behind) but yet somewhat I must say. First. I have not time to search Fully into the Reasons of it, (there Are Others things that I especially intend At this time that Are behind) but yet somewhat I must say. First. pns11 vhb xx n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, (pc-acp vbr n2-jn n2 cst pns11 av-j vvb p-acp d n1 cst vbr a-acp) cc-acp av av pns11 vmb vvi. np1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 64 Image 183
744 But why should Old Age be so honored? But why should Old Age be so honoured? cc-acp q-crq vmd j n1 vbb av vvn? (194) doctrine (DIV2) 63 Image 183
743 Fiftly, When God would threaten a judgment against a family, he threatens that there should be no Old man in it. 1 Sam. 2.31.32. Quest. Fifty, When God would threaten a judgement against a family, he threatens that there should be no Old man in it. 1 Sam. 2.31.32. Quest. ord, c-crq np1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz cst a-acp vmd vbi dx j n1 p-acp pn31. vvn np1 crd. n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 62 Image 183
742 It is an inhumane nation, of fierce countenance, that shal not regard the person of the Old. It is an inhumane Nation, of fierce countenance, that shall not regard the person of the Old. pn31 vbz dt j n1, pp-f j n1, cst vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt np1 (194) doctrine (DIV2) 61 Image 183
741 Fourthly, It hath been accounted in scripture a sign of great humanity, when the Aged are so honored. In Deuteronomy, 28.50. There is a notable Place, God threatens that he would send a nation of fierce countenance, which shal not regard the person of the Ol•: Fourthly, It hath been accounted in scripture a Signen of great humanity, when the Aged Are so honoured. In Deuteronomy, 28.50. There is a notable Place, God threatens that he would send a Nation of fierce countenance, which shall not regard the person of the Ol•: ord, pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-crq dt n-vvn vbr av vvn. p-acp np1, crd. pc-acp vbz dt j n1, np1 vvz cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt np1: (194) doctrine (DIV2) 61 Image 183
740 and know I speak not this as a moral work, but as that wherein you should shew the feare of God. and know I speak not this as a moral work, but as that wherein you should show the Fear of God. cc vvb pns11 vvb xx d c-acp dt j n1, cc-acp c-acp cst c-crq pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Image 183
739 and shew reverance and respect to them; and show reverance and respect to them; cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (194) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Image 183
738 and hear his word, that young men should rise up before them, and reverance their Age, and hear his word, that young men should rise up before them, and reverance their Age, cc vvi po31 n1, cst j n2 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp pno32, cc n1 po32 n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Image 183
737 when Aged men come not into Theaters to see plaies, but when they come to worship God, when Aged men come not into Theaters to see plays, but when they come to worship God, c-crq j-vvn n2 vvb xx p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi n2, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1 np1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Image 183
736 This is a good rule when they come not into Theaters, but into places of Gods assemblies, This is a good Rule when they come not into Theaters, but into places of God's assemblies, d vbz dt j n1 c-crq pns32 vvb xx p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp n2 pp-f npg1 n2, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Image 183
735 and this was when they came into a Theater. and this was when they Come into a Theater. cc d vbds c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Image 183
734 and presently the Lacedemonian Embassadors in reverance to the Aged man, they rose up to make the Aged man roome and place, upon this al the Athenians gave a great shoute in applauding this their work, that they being strangers would shew such respect to age, and presently the Lacedaemonian ambassadors in reverance to the Aged man, they rose up to make the Aged man room and place, upon this all the Athenians gave a great shout in applauding this their work, that they being Strangers would show such respect to age, cc av-j dt jp n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, pns32 vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1 n1 cc n1, p-acp d d dt njp2 vvd dt j n1 p-acp vvg d po32 n1, cst pns32 vbg n2 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Image 183
733 I remember I have read of the Lacedemonians, when their Embassadors were at Athens, upon a time they were in a Theatre, where abundance of people were gathered together, there cometh a grave Old man in, I Remember I have read of the Lacedaemonians, when their ambassadors were At Athens, upon a time they were in a Theatre, where abundance of people were gathered together, there comes a grave Old man in, pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vvn pp-f dt njp2, c-crq po32 n2 vbdr p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1, c-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbdr vvn av, a-acp vvz dt j j n1 p-acp, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Image 183
732 Thirdly, Old Age is honored by the heathen themselves. Thirdly, Old Age is honoured by the heathen themselves. ord, j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn px32. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Image 183
731 And so Elihu there honors the Aged in diverse verses, and when Paul writ to Phylemon, in verse 9. of that Epistle, he maketh it as an argument, and Paul the aged, knowing it was a powerful argument indeed with Phylemon. And so Elihu there honours the Aged in diverse Verses, and when Paul writ to Philemon, in verse 9. of that Epistle, he makes it as an argument, and Paul the aged, knowing it was a powerful argument indeed with Philemon. cc av np1 a-acp n2 dt j-vvn p-acp j n2, cc c-crq np1 vvn p-acp np1, p-acp n1 crd pp-f d n1, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc np1 dt j-vvn, vvg pn31 vbds dt j n1 av p-acp np1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 59 Image 183
730 Secondly, It is honored by all good men. Job. 32.5.6. Secondly, It is honoured by all good men. Job. 32.5.6. ord, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d j n2. np1. crd. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 59 Image 183
729 God laies the feare of his name upon this, and this is a great honor that God putts upon Old Age. God lays the Fear of his name upon this, and this is a great honour that God putts upon Old Age. np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d, cc d vbz dt j n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp j n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 58 Image 183
728 as between Father and Child, Servant and Master, inferior and superior, young and old, except religion doth manifest it self in our relations it is al in vain, Thou shalt honor the face of the Old man, and feare the Lord; as between Father and Child, Servant and Master, inferior and superior, young and old, except Religion does manifest it self in our relations it is all in vain, Thou shalt honour the face of the Old man, and Fear the Lord; c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, j-jn cc j-jn, j cc j, c-acp n1 vdz vvi pn31 n1 p-acp po12 n2 pn31 vbz d p-acp j, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvb dt n1; (194) doctrine (DIV2) 58 Image 183
727 The beauty and glory of religion is to be shewen in the duties of our relations, The beauty and glory of Religion is to be shown in the duties of our relations, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 58 Image 183
726 and if you be bold and impudent before the Aged, know this is an argument that the feare of God is not upon you; and if you be bold and impudent before the Aged, know this is an argument that the Fear of God is not upon you; cc cs pn22 vbb j cc j p-acp dt j-vvn, vvb d vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx p-acp pn22; (194) doctrine (DIV2) 58 Image 183
725 and honor the face of the Old man, and feare the Lord; this is one worke of fearing of God, to do this in obedience to God, and honour the face of the Old man, and Fear the Lord; this is one work of fearing of God, to do this in Obedience to God, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvb dt n1; d vbz crd n1 pp-f vvg pp-f np1, pc-acp vdi d p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 58 Image 183
724 would you make it appear that you fear the Lord? Thou shalt rise up before the hoary head, would you make it appear that you Fear the Lord? Thou shalt rise up before the hoary head, vmd pn22 vvi pn31 vvi cst pn22 vvb dt n1? pns21 vm2 vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 58 Image 183
723 your feare of God is layed upon this, And because I see many young ones here, I shal somewhat direct my speech to you, to you that make any profession of Religion, you must manifest it in this; your Fear of God is laid upon this, And Because I see many young ones Here, I shall somewhat Direct my speech to you, to you that make any profession of Religion, you must manifest it in this; po22 n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp d, cc c-acp pns11 vvb d j pi2 av, pns11 vmb av vvi po11 n1 p-acp pn22, p-acp pn22 cst vvb d n1 pp-f n1, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d; (194) doctrine (DIV2) 58 Image 183
722 and fare thy God, I am the Lord; and fare thy God, I am the Lord; cc vvb po21 n1, pns11 vbm dt n1; (194) doctrine (DIV2) 58 Image 183
721 thou shalt rise up before the hoary head, and honor the face of the Old man, thou shalt rise up before the hoary head, and honour the face of the Old man, pns21 vm2 vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 58 Image 183
720 It is one of the most solemnest charges that we have in the scripture, mark with what gravity and solemnity the charge goes; It is one of the most solemnest charges that we have in the scripture, mark with what gravity and solemnity the charge Goes; pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt av-ds js n2 cst pns12 vhb p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 dt n1 vvz; (194) doctrine (DIV2) 58 Image 183
719 and feare thy God, I am the Lord; and Fear thy God, I am the Lord; cc vvb po21 n1, pns11 vbm dt n1; (194) doctrine (DIV2) 58 Image 183
718 Thou shalt rise up before the hoary head, and honor the face of the Old man, Thou shalt rise up before the hoary head, and honour the face of the Old man, pns21 vm2 vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 58 Image 183
717 4. God honors it by giveing a charge unto others to honor it, in Leviti. 19.32. 4. God honours it by giving a charge unto Others to honour it, in Leviti. 19.32. crd np1 n2 pn31 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp n2-jn pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp fw-la. crd. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 58 Image 183
716 and length of daies is in the right hand, thus God honors Old Age. and length of days is in the right hand, thus God honours Old Age. cc n1 pp-f n2 vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1, av np1 n2 j n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 57 Image 183
715 It is said, that in the right hand of wisdom is length of daies, in her left hand is riches and honors, riches and honor is but in the left hand of wisdom, It is said, that in the right hand of Wisdom is length of days, in her left hand is riches and honours, riches and honour is but in the left hand of Wisdom, pn31 vbz vvn, cst p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1 pp-f n2, p-acp po31 j n1 vbz n2 cc n2, n2 cc n1 vbz p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 57 Image 183
714 3. God honors it by preferring it before al riches, and before al other kindes of honors Proverbs 3.16. 3. God honours it by preferring it before all riches, and before all other Kinds of honours Proverbs 3.16. crd np1 n2 pn31 p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f ng1 n2 crd. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 57 Image 183
713 And you know that first commandement with promise, the fift Commandement, honor thy Father and thy Mother, that thy daies may be long in the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee. And you know that First Commandment with promise, the fift Commandment, honour thy Father and thy Mother, that thy days may be long in the land which the Lord thy God gives thee. cc pn22 vvb cst ord n1 p-acp n1, dt ord n1, vvb po21 n1 cc po21 n1, cst po21 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 po21 np1 vvz pno21. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 56 Image 183
712 2. God honors it by promising Old Age to the keeping of the commandements, in Deut. 4.40. 2. God honours it by promising Old Age to the keeping of the Commandments, in Deuteronomy 4.40. crd np1 n2 pn31 p-acp vvg j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2, p-acp np1 crd. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 56 Image 183
711 1. God honors Old Age, as by speaking honorably of it in Proverbs, 20.29. Gray hairs are the beauty of Old men. 1. God honours Old Age, as by speaking honorably of it in Proverbs, 20.29. Grey hairs Are the beauty of Old men. crd np1 n2 j n1, c-acp p-acp vvg av-j pp-f pn31 p-acp n2, crd. j-jn n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f j n2. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 55 Image 183
710 It is a high expression of the Holy Ghost here The Hoary head is Glory and it is a Crown of Glory, Corona ornatissima saith one Interpreter, a Glorious Crown, Corona exaltationis, a Crown of exaltation saith another Corona pulchritudinis, a crowne of beauty saith another, The hoary head is a glorious crown, a crown of exaltation, a crown of beauty. It is a high expression of the Holy Ghost Here The Hoary head is Glory and it is a Crown of Glory, Corona ornatissima Says one Interpreter, a Glorious Crown, Corona exaltationis, a Crown of exaltation Says Another Corona pulchritudinis, a crown of beauty Says Another, The hoary head is a glorious crown, a crown of exaltation, a crown of beauty. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 av dt j n1 vbz n1 cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 fw-la vvz crd n1, dt j n1, np1 fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz j-jn np1 fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz j-jn, dt j n1 vbz dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 54 Image 183
709 but then most honorable when found in the way of rigoteousness. I shal first prosecute the first Doctrine. but then most honourable when found in the Way of rigoteousness. I shall First prosecute the First Doctrine. cc-acp av av-ds j c-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. pns11 vmb ord vvi dt ord n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 52 Image 183
707 Doct. 1. That Old Age is an honorable thing, it is a Crown of Glory. Doct. 2. But then especially honorable, when it is found in the way of righteousness. Doct. 1. That Old Age is an honourable thing, it is a Crown of Glory. Doct. 2. But then especially honourable, when it is found in the Way of righteousness. np1 crd cst j n1 vbz dt j n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. np1 crd p-acp av av-j j, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 51 Image 183
708 For it is not wholly limmited to the way of righteousness, the word [ IF ] is not in the original, it is honorable howsoever, For it is not wholly limited to the Way of righteousness, the word [ IF ] is not in the original, it is honourable howsoever, p-acp pn31 vbz xx av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 [ cs ] vbz xx p-acp dt n-jn, pn31 vbz j c-acp, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 52 Image 183
825 yet the second is the principal, The hoary head is a crown Glory; but when? When it is found in a way o• righteousness. That is the Second. yet the second is the principal, The hoary head is a crown Glory; but when? When it is found in a Way o• righteousness. That is the Second. av dt ord vbz dt n-jn, dt j n1 vbz dt n1 n1; cc-acp q-crq? c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 n1. cst vbz dt ord. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
824 Hath God caused an abiding in you, that you have lived a long time in this Ci•y in a prosperous condition? do you learn to cal upon the name of God the everlasting God, give honor to the eternal God? But we must pass from this first point though it be a point of great use; Hath God caused an abiding in you, that you have lived a long time in this Ci•y in a prosperous condition? do you Learn to call upon the name of God the everlasting God, give honour to the Eternal God? But we must pass from this First point though it be a point of great use; vhz np1 vvd dt n-vvg p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vhb vvn dt j n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1? vdb pn22 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt j np1, vvb n1 p-acp dt j np1? cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d ord n1 c-acp pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f j n1; (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
823 when God did grant unto him •ome abiding in that place where he was, that he could stay and plant a grove. when God did grant unto him •ome abiding in that place where he was, that he could stay and plant a grove. c-crq np1 vdd vvi p-acp pno31 vvb n-vvg p-acp d n1 c-crq pns31 vbds, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
822 This is the first time that God is called in Scripture the everlasting God, and then did Abraham call upon the name of the Lord, the everlasting God, This is the First time that God is called in Scripture the everlasting God, and then did Abraham call upon the name of the Lord, the everlasting God, d vbz dt ord n1 cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 dt j np1, cc av vdd np1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j np1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
821 and what then? and he called there upon the name of the Lord, the everlasting God. and what then? and he called there upon the name of the Lord, the everlasting God. cc q-crq av? cc pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j np1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
820 and afterwards had a resting place, the text saith Abraham planted a grove in Beersheba: that notes that he was to abide where he planted a grove: and afterwards had a resting place, the text Says Abraham planted a grove in Beersheba: that notes that he was to abide where he planted a grove: cc av vhd dt j-vvg n1, dt n1 vvz np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1: d n2 cst pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1: (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
819 It is a very observable place that we have in Genesis concerning Abraham, it is in Gen. 21 That when Abraham had been going up and down a while, It is a very observable place that we have in Genesis Concerning Abraham, it is in Gen. 21 That when Abraham had been going up and down a while, pn31 vbz dt av j n1 cst pns12 vhb p-acp n1 vvg np1, pn31 vbz p-acp np1 crd d c-crq np1 vhd vbn vvg a-acp cc a-acp dt n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
818 and it is good for us when we injoy any continuance of time in any comfort, to worship the eternal God, to have our hearts to delight in that eternal God that is beyond al time. and it is good for us when we enjoy any Continuance of time in any Comfort, to worship the Eternal God, to have our hearts to delight in that Eternal God that is beyond all time. cc pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 c-crq pns12 vvb d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dt j np1, pc-acp vhi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j np1 cst vbz p-acp d n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
817 or to have lived a longer time now, than he did live before the world began, there is no time added to him, he is beyond all measure of time, or to have lived a longer time now, than he did live before the world began, there is no time added to him, he is beyond all measure of time, cc pc-acp vhi vvn dt jc n1 av, cs pns31 vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 vvd, pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
816 God he can have no time added to his time, there is no succession of time with him, God cannot be said to have continued, God he can have no time added to his time, there is no succession of time with him, God cannot be said to have continued, np1 pns31 vmb vhi dx n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, np1 vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
815 And therfore if God wil have honor put upon you because of your Age, put you honor upon God because of his eternity: And Therefore if God will have honour put upon you Because of your Age, put you honour upon God Because of his eternity: cc av cs np1 vmb vhi n1 vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp pp-f po22 n1, vvb pn22 n1 p-acp np1 c-acp pp-f po31 n1: (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
814 but God abides for ever, we are but as grass. but God abides for ever, we Are but as grass. cc-acp np1 vvz p-acp av, pns12 vbr p-acp c-acp n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
813 Remember it must be said one day, such a man was seventy or eighty years Old and he dyed, remember it must be said one day, such a man was seventy or eighty Years Old and he died, np1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn crd n1, d dt n1 vbds crd cc crd n2 j cc pns31 vvd, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
812 and was the cause of his conversion, by reading the years of so many mens ages, and yet they dyed. and was the cause of his conversion, by reading the Years of so many men's ages, and yet they died. cc vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f av d ng2 n2, cc av pns32 vvd. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
811 as took him off from al the things of the world, and caused him to mind the provision of his eternal estate, as took him off from all the things of the world, and caused him to mind the provision of his Eternal estate, c-acp vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
810 and such an one lived so many hundred years and he died, it made such an impression upon his spirit, and such an one lived so many hundred Years and he died, it made such an impression upon his Spirit, cc d dt pi vvd av d crd n2 cc pns31 vvd, pn31 vvd d dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
809 And I have read of one that hearing that Chapter read, that such an one lived so many hundred years and he died, And I have read of one that hearing that Chapter read, that such an one lived so many hundred Years and he died, cc pns11 vhb vvn pp-f pi cst vvg d n1 vvn, cst d dt pi vvd av d crd n2 cc pns31 vvd, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
808 and Adam and others, and they died. and Adam and Others, and they died. cc np1 cc n2-jn, cc pns32 vvd. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
807 as it is in Gen. 5. There Methuselah and others lived thus and thus many years, as it is in Gen. 5. There Methuselah and Others lived thus and thus many Years, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1 crd a-acp np1 cc n2-jn vvd av cc av d n2, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
806 but though thou livest long, yet it wil be said within a little time, such an one lived so many years and is dead; but though thou Livest long, yet it will be said within a little time, such an one lived so many Years and is dead; cc-acp cs pns21 vv2 av-j, av pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, d dt pi vvd av d n2 cc vbz j; (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
805 though thou hast lived now many years, the Lord he shal have no end at al, though thou hast lived now many Years, the Lord he shall have no end At all, cs pns21 vh2 vvn av d n2, dt n1 pns31 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp d, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
804 and that shal be for ever, the Lord is eternal, he hath no beginning at al. Thou art but of yesterday, and that shall be for ever, the Lord is Eternal, he hath no beginning At all Thou art but of yesterday, cc cst vmb vbi p-acp av, dt n1 vbz j, pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp d pns21 vb2r p-acp pp-f av-an, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
803 I remember Pareus tels us of a custom of the Turks, that they use every morning to have one proclaim aloud, The lord that was, I Remember Pareus tells us of a custom of the Turks, that they use every morning to have one proclaim aloud, The lord that was, pns11 vvb np1 vvz pno12 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cst pns32 vvb d n1 pc-acp vhi crd vvi av, dt n1 cst vbds, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
802 And the Elders in Revel. 4.8. they fel down and worshipped him that was, and is, and shal be for evermore. And the Elders in Revel. 4.8. they fell down and worshipped him that was, and is, and shall be for evermore. cc dt n2-jn p-acp vvb. crd. pns32 vvd a-acp cc vvd pno31 cst vbds, cc vbz, cc vmb vbi p-acp av. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
801 how is God to be honored then that is eternal? God doth glory himselfe in his eternity, I am he that inhabiteth eternity. how is God to be honoured then that is Eternal? God does glory himself in his eternity, I am he that Inhabiteth eternity. q-crq vbz np1 pc-acp vbi vvn av cst vbz j? np1 vdz vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vbm pns31 cst vvz n1. (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
800 If the hoary head be such a Crown of Glory, if it puts honor upon men, What then doth eternity it selfe put upon God? If men be to be honored because of a few years here in this world, If the hoary head be such a Crown of Glory, if it puts honour upon men, What then does eternity it self put upon God? If men be to be honoured Because of a few Years Here in this world, cs dt j n1 vbb d dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vvz n1 p-acp n2, q-crq av vdz n1 pn31 n1 vvn p-acp np1? cs n2 vbb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pp-f dt d n2 av p-acp d n1, (194) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
1125 for so saith the Holy Ghost here, The hoary head is a crown of Glory, if it be found in the waies of righteousness. FINIS. for so Says the Holy Ghost Here, The hoary head is a crown of Glory, if it be found in the ways of righteousness. FINIS. c-acp av vvz dt j n1 av, dt j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. fw-la. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Image 183
990 bewaile the sins of thy youth, and bless God that thou hast time to bewail them. bewail the Sins of thy youth, and bless God that thou hast time to bewail them. vvb dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, cc vvb np1 cst pns21 vh2 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Image 183
991 Thus David in Psal. 25. Oh! remember not against me the sins of my youth, Oh! the many evills of my youth that have passed from me! Thus David in Psalm 25. Oh! Remember not against me the Sins of my youth, Oh! the many evils of my youth that have passed from me! av np1 p-acp np1 crd uh vvb xx p-acp pno11 dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, uh dt d n2-jn pp-f po11 n1 cst vhb vvn p-acp pno11! (195) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Image 183
992 Oh! happy had it been for me that I had beg•n sooner in the waies of God. Oh! happy had it been for me that I had beg•n sooner in the ways of God. uh j vhd pn31 vbn p-acp pno11 cst pns11 vhd vvn av-c p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Image 183
993 It was Austins grievous complaint, Domine nimis Sera &c. Oh Lord! I love thee too late, said Austin when he was an Old man. It was Austins grievous complaint, Domine nimis Sera etc. O Lord! I love thee too late, said Austin when he was an Old man. pn31 vbds npg1 j n1, fw-la fw-la fw-fr av uh n1! pns11 vvb pno21 av av-j, vvd np1 c-crq pns31 vbds dt j n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Image 183
994 So al you that are Old and ancient, look but to your former times, whether you did be••• to grow gracious when you were young, So all you that Are Old and ancient, look but to your former times, whither you did be••• to grow gracious when you were young, av d pn22 cst vbr j cc j, vvb cc-acp p-acp po22 j n2, cs pn22 vdd n1 pc-acp vvi j c-crq pn22 vbdr j, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Image 183
995 if you have cause to say, Oh Lord! if you have cause to say, O Lord! cs pn22 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, uh n1! (195) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Image 183
996 I began to love thee too late, it had been happy for you had you begun sooner. I began to love thee too late, it had been happy for you had you begun sooner. pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi pno21 av av-j, pn31 vhd vbn j p-acp pn22 vhd pn22 vvn av-c. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Image 183
997 2. Labor to redeem the time, to do much for God while he continues thy time. 2. Labour to Redeem the time, to do much for God while he continues thy time. crd n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vdi d p-acp np1 cs pns31 vvz po21 n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Image 183
998 It is a little time thou hast to live, Oh! let much be done in that time; It is a little time thou hast to live, Oh! let much be done in that time; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pns21 vh2 pc-acp vvi, uh vvb d vbi vdn p-acp d n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Image 183
999 The best of you have neglected the fore-part of your times, double now your diligence in the latter part of your times, labor to redeem it, by putting on others in the waies of Godliness that they may be more forward than your selves, to leave a succession of Godliness after you are dead and gone. The best of you have neglected the forepart of your times, double now your diligence in the latter part of your times, labour to Redeem it, by putting on Others in the ways of Godliness that they may be more forward than your selves, to leave a succession of Godliness After you Are dead and gone. dt js pp-f pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, j-jn av po22 n1 p-acp dt d n1 pp-f po22 n2, n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp vvg p-acp n2-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cst pns32 vmb vbi av-dc j cs po22 n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22 vbr j cc vvn. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Image 183
1000 Think with your selves, what shal I go out of this world and do God so little service as I have done? how little and poor service God hath had from me all my daies. Again. Think with your selves, what shall I go out of this world and do God so little service as I have done? how little and poor service God hath had from me all my days. Again. vvb p-acp po22 n2, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi av pp-f d n1 cc vdb np1 av j n1 c-acp pns11 vhb vdn? q-crq j cc j n1 np1 vhz vhn p-acp pno11 d po11 n2. av. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Image 183
1001 3. Incourage those that are young, that are to come after you; 3. Encourage those that Are young, that Are to come After you; crd vvb d cst vbr j, cst vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Image 183
1002 as David, come children and I wil teach you the feare of the Lord, tel them what you have found in the waies of God, as David, come children and I will teach you the Fear of the Lord, tell them what you have found in the ways of God, c-acp np1, vvb n2 cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pno32 r-crq pn22 vhb vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Image 183
1003 how sweet and how good they have been to you, labor with your servants and children, that when you die you may die so much the more comfortably, take heed of checking of young ones in their forwardness in the waies of God, take not advantages against them, that if they do offend thee in the least degree: how sweet and how good they have been to you, labour with your Servants and children, that when you die you may die so much the more comfortably, take heed of checking of young ones in their forwardness in the ways of God, take not advantages against them, that if they do offend thee in the least degree: c-crq j cc c-crq j pns32 vhb vbn p-acp pn22, n1 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2, cst c-crq pn22 vvb pn22 vmb vvi av av-d dt av-dc av-j, vvb n1 pp-f vvg pp-f j pi2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vvb xx n2 p-acp pno32, cst cs pns32 vdb vvi pno21 p-acp dt ds n1: (195) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Image 183
1004 I, this is your religion, this is your forwardness, this is your profession. I, this is your Religion, this is your forwardness, this is your profession. pns11, d vbz po22 n1, d vbz po22 n1, d vbz po22 n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Image 183
1005 Oh! if you were gratious your selves, you would be wary of checking of them in the waies of religion. Oh! if you were gracious your selves, you would be wary of checking of them in the ways of Religion. uh cs pn22 vbdr j po22 n2, pn22 vmd vbi j pp-f vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Image 183
1006 It is true, if any of your servants or children, make profession of religion more than others, It is true, if any of your Servants or children, make profession of Religion more than Others, pn31 vbz j, cs d pp-f po22 n2 cc n2, vvb n1 pp-f n1 av-dc cs n2-jn, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Image 183
1007 and yet shal be negligent in their duties, they are to be rebuked so much the more sharply, I but you must do it with Gravity, and yet shall be negligent in their duties, they Are to be rebuked so much the more sharply, I but you must do it with Gravity, cc av vmb vbi j p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn av av-d dt av-dc av-j, pns11 p-acp pn22 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Image 183
1008 and tenderness of affection, and with sence of the name of God how that suffers, and tenderness of affection, and with sense of the name of God how that suffers, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq d vvz, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Image 183
1009 and this would beseem you to speak to them as in the name of God, to charge things solemnly upon their consciences and to sanctifie them by prayer: and this would beseem you to speak to them as in the name of God, to charge things solemnly upon their Consciences and to sanctify them by prayer: cc d vmd vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi n2 av-j p-acp po32 n2 cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1: (195) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Image 183
1010 but in every passion to be checking them for their forwardness in religion, surly this is an evil; but in every passion to be checking them for their forwardness in Religion, surly this is an evil; cc-acp p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvg pno32 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1, j d vbz dt n-jn; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Image 183
1011 If they should make their moan to God, and appeal to God, that thy indeavor to please you what they can, If they should make their moan to God, and appeal to God, that thy endeavour to please you what they can, cs pns32 vmd vvi po32 n1 p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp np1, cst po21 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 r-crq pns32 vmb, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Image 183
1012 but you take the rather advantage against them, because of their forwardness in religion, O! this wil be heard in heaven against you. but you take the rather advantage against them, Because of their forwardness in Religion, OH! this will be herd in heaven against you. cc-acp pn22 vvb dt av-c vvi p-acp pno32, c-acp pp-f po32 n1 p-acp n1, uh d vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pn22. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Image 183
1013 4. You that are Oldl, abor to beautify the crown of your glory; 4. You that Are Oldl, abor to beautify the crown of your glory; crd pn22 cst vbr np1, zz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1014 blesse God that you live to see any manifestation of the name of God, further than formerly you have done, that you live to this day to see Christ appearing for his people, bless God that you live to see any manifestation of the name of God, further than formerly you have done, that you live to this day to see christ appearing for his people, vvb np1 cst pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av-jc cs av-j pn22 vhb vdn, cst pn22 vvb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi np1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1015 and for his children, and his ordinances more than formerly, whatsoever many of you may think of it, and for his children, and his ordinances more than formerly, whatsoever many of you may think of it, cc p-acp po31 n2, cc po31 n2 av-dc cs av-j, r-crq d pp-f pn22 vmb vvi pp-f pn31, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1016 yet certainly if many of your fore-fathers were left to live again, and to see these times in which we live, they would bless God with their Faces upon the ground for that you live to see. yet Certainly if many of your Forefathers were left to live again, and to see these times in which we live, they would bless God with their Faces upon the ground for that you live to see. av av-j cs d pp-f po22 n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi av, cc pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, pns32 vmd vvi np1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp cst pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1017 And I dare say, There is no gracious Old man living this day in England, And I Dare say, There is no gracious Old man living this day in England, cc pns11 vvb vvi, pc-acp vbz dx j j n1 vvg d n1 p-acp np1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1018 but sees indeed cause of giveing God abundance of praise, that ever they lived to see so much appearing of God as they do. but sees indeed cause of giving God abundance of praise, that ever they lived to see so much appearing of God as they do. cc-acp vvz av n1 pp-f vvg np1 n1 pp-f n1, cst av pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi av av-d vvg pp-f np1 c-acp pns32 vdb. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1019 Do not because of some troubles and interuptions vex and fret. Do not Because of Some Troubles and interruptions vex and fret. vdb xx p-acp pp-f d n2 cc n2 vvb cc vvi. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1020 Zachary, 3. And the latter end, that at the laying of the Foundation of the Temple, the old men that were there they fel a weeping and crying, the young men they shouted indeed, Zachary, 3. And the latter end, that At the laying of the Foundation of the Temple, the old men that were there they fell a weeping and crying, the young men they shouted indeed, np1, crd cc dt d n1, cst p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n2 cst vbdr a-acp pns32 vvd dt vvg cc vvg, dt j n2 pns32 vvd av, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1021 and they praised God, but the old men they cryed, because they knew what was before; and they praised God, but the old men they cried, Because they knew what was before; cc pns32 vvd np1, cc-acp dt j n2 pns32 vvd, c-acp pns32 vvd r-crq vbds a-acp; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1022 so? many young men now they shout, and blesse God for what they see, so? many young men now they shout, and bless God for what they see, av? d j n2 av pns32 vvb, cc vvb np1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1023 but many old men they weep, because it is not as formerly, they can remember a great deal more peace in Queen Elizabeths daies; but many old men they weep, Because it is not as formerly, they can Remember a great deal more peace in Queen Elizabeths days; cc-acp d j n2 pns32 vvb, c-acp pn31 vbz xx p-acp av-j, pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1 dc n1 p-acp n1 npg1 n2; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1024 now there is such a deal of distraction & dissention, therfore they are ready to weep, now there is such a deal of distraction & dissension, Therefore they Are ready to weep, av a-acp vbz d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1025 when the foundation of the Temple, when the work of reformation is laid; Oh! they are ready to weep because of so much distraction, but put all together, when the Foundation of the Temple, when the work of Reformation is laid; Oh! they Are ready to weep Because of so much distraction, but put all together, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn; uh pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi c-acp pp-f av d n1, cc-acp vvd d av, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1026 and certainly never any man since England was a nation, no, nor since the begining of the world, hath seen more of God and of his gracious waies to a people, and Certainly never any man since England was a Nation, no, nor since the beginning of the world, hath seen more of God and of his gracious ways to a people, cc av-j av d n1 c-acp np1 vbds dt n1, uh-dx, ccx p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, vhz vvn dc pp-f np1 cc pp-f po31 j n2 p-acp dt n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1027 than you have seen, therefore be not froward for that which is amiss, but give God the praise and glory for that that is wel begun. than you have seen, Therefore be not froward for that which is amiss, but give God the praise and glory for that that is well begun. cs pn22 vhb vvn, av vbb xx j p-acp d r-crq vbz av, cc-acp vvb np1 dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d cst vbz av vvn. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Image 183
1028 5. Shew your righteousness in this, that you are willing to open your hearts, to imbrace what truths God shal come further reveal to you. 5. Show your righteousness in this, that you Are willing to open your hearts, to embrace what truths God shall come further reveal to you. crd n1 po22 n1 p-acp d, cst pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi po22 n2, pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 np1 vmb vvi av-jc vvi p-acp pn22. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1029 Say not, what shal we have now? Shal we be wiser than our forefathers? Take heed of such arguments from your fore-fathers, you know that place in 1 Peter. 1.18. Christ was said to come to lay down his life, to redeem us from our vaine conversation, received by tradition from our fathers; Say not, what shall we have now? Shall we be Wiser than our Forefathers? Take heed of such Arguments from your Forefathers, you know that place in 1 Peter. 1.18. christ was said to come to lay down his life, to Redeem us from our vain Conversation, received by tradition from our Father's; n1 xx, q-crq vmb pns12 vhi av? vmb pns12 vbi jc cs po12 n2? vvb n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vvb d n1 p-acp crd np1. crd. np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 j n1, vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1030 therefore stick not so much to old customs, to what was in your fore-fathers times, Therefore stick not so much to old customs, to what was in your Forefathers times, av vvb xx av av-d p-acp j n2, p-acp r-crq vbds p-acp po22 ng1 n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1031 but if God come to manifest any further truth, be ready to imbrace it, and bless his name for it, but if God come to manifest any further truth, be ready to embrace it, and bless his name for it, cc-acp cs np1 vvb pc-acp vvi d jc n1, vbb j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvb po31 n1 p-acp pn31, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1032 for there are truths that do rise in several generations. for there Are truths that do rise in several generations. c-acp pc-acp vbr n2 cst vdb vvi p-acp j n2. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1033 If your fore-fathers in time of reformation, should have said (as many of them said) should we be wiser than our fore-fathers? We should have continued in Popery stil, If your Forefathers in time of Reformation, should have said (as many of them said) should we be Wiser than our Forefathers? We should have continued in Popery still, cs po22 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vmd vhi vvn (c-acp d pp-f pno32 vvd) vmd pns12 vbi jc cs po12 n2? pns12 vmd vhi vvn p-acp n1 av, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1034 and yet we did think wel that they before us did decline from their forefathers, and yet we did think well that they before us did decline from their Forefathers, cc av pns12 vdd vvi av cst pns32 p-acp pno12 vdd vvi p-acp po32 n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1035 therefore we must look to the truths that are come up, that are manifested in several Generations; Therefore we must look to the truths that Are come up, that Are manifested in several Generations; av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn a-acp, cst vbr vvn p-acp j n2; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1036 not that any truth is new, but the manifestation of some truths are more evident in some generations than in others, not that any truth is new, but the manifestation of Some truths Are more evident in Some generations than in Others, xx cst d n1 vbz j, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbr av-dc j p-acp d n2 cs p-acp n2-jn, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1037 and therefore in 1 Peter, 1.12. The Apostle speakes of being established in the present truth. and Therefore in 1 Peter, 1.12. The Apostle speaks of being established in the present truth. cc av p-acp crd np1, crd. dt n1 vvz pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt j n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1038 As in Luthers time there was a present truth, the point of justification that was the present truth of that age, As in Luthers time there was a present truth, the point of justification that was the present truth of that age, p-acp p-acp np1 n1 a-acp vbds dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbds dt j n1 pp-f d n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1039 and so in these times there are present truths made knowen, both concerning our outward and spiritual liberties. and so in these times there Are present truths made known, both Concerning our outward and spiritual Liberties. cc av p-acp d n2 a-acp vbr j n2 vvd vvn, d vvg po12 j cc j n2. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1040 There was a great deal of false divinity before preached amongst you, even concerning your estates, that you had nothing of your own, There was a great deal of false divinity before preached among you, even Concerning your estates, that you had nothing of your own, pc-acp vbds dt j n1 pp-f j n1 a-acp vvd p-acp pn22, av vvg po22 n2, cst pn22 vhd pix pp-f po22 d, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1041 but al was at the absolute wil of those above you, you had no propriety at al; but all was At the absolute will of those above you, you had no propriety At all; cc-acp d vbds p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d p-acp pn22, pn22 vhd dx n1 p-acp d; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1042 and for spiritual liberty, we know in what bondage we were there. and for spiritual liberty, we know in what bondage we were there. cc p-acp j n1, pns12 vvb p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vbdr a-acp. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1043 Therefore labor now to understand these truths, and give God the glory of them, before you do imbrace these present truths. Therefore labour now to understand these truths, and give God the glory of them, before you do embrace these present truths. av n1 av pc-acp vvi d n2, cc vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f pno32, c-acp pn22 vdb vvi d j n2. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1044 It is strang that men should be so much set upon former things, as to neglect the grace of God for the present, It is strange that men should be so much Set upon former things, as to neglect the grace of God for the present, pn31 vbz j cst n2 vmd vbi av av-d vvn p-acp j n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1045 and al because of those that were before. and all Because of those that were before. cc d c-acp pp-f d cst vbdr a-acp. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1046 As now among the Fathers (as we cal them Fathers) though they be to be reverenced for their graces, As now among the Father's (as we call them Father's) though they be to be reverenced for their graces, p-acp av p-acp dt n2 (c-acp pns12 vvb pno32 n2) cs pns32 vbb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1047 yet they living among heathens, and coming newly out of heathenisme, they were faine to yeild as much as ever they could, to the heathens among whom they lived, yet they living among Heathens, and coming newly out of heathenism, they were feign to yield as much as ever they could, to the Heathens among whom they lived, av pns32 vvg p-acp n2-jn, cc vvg av-j av pp-f n1, pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp d c-acp av pns32 vmd, p-acp dt n2-jn p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvd, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1048 and did so, and therefore there were many corruptions among them, and so the first reformers coming newly out of popery, they were fain to yeild, and did so, and Therefore there were many corruptions among them, and so the First reformers coming newly out of popery, they were fain to yield, cc vdd av, cc av a-acp vbdr d n2 p-acp pno32, cc av dt ord n2 vvg av-j av pp-f n1, pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1049 and did yeild so far as they could for the gaining of them, therefore we must not make that that was heretofore, the rule of things, and did yield so Far as they could for the gaining of them, Therefore we must not make that that was heretofore, the Rule of things, cc vdd vvi av av-j c-acp pns32 vmd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32, av pns12 vmb xx vvi cst d vbds av, dt n1 pp-f n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1050 but bless God for what is revealed at the present. but bless God for what is revealed At the present. cc-acp vvb np1 p-acp r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Image 183
1051 6. Another work of Old men for beautifying their crown in righteousness is this, you that are ancient often think of eternity, you are now just a launching into the ocean of eternity, 6. another work of Old men for beautifying their crown in righteousness is this, you that Are ancient often think of eternity, you Are now just a launching into the Ocean of eternity, crd j-jn n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp vvg po32 n1 p-acp n1 vbz d, pn22 cst vbr j av vvi pp-f n1, pn22 vbr av j dt vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Image 183
1052 and in a few years there wil be a mighty difference between your conditions, between that that is now, and in a few Years there will be a mighty difference between your conditions, between that that is now, cc p-acp dt d n2 a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp po22 n2, p-acp d cst vbz av, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Image 183
1053 and that when you shal be entered upon an eternal estate. Think much of eternity al you that are ancient. and that when you shall be entered upon an Eternal estate. Think much of eternity all you that Are ancient. cc cst c-crq pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1. vvb d pp-f n1 av-d pn22 cst vbr j. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Image 183
1054 Al young ones should have their thoughts much weighed with eternity, nothing wil take of the thoughts of Old and young more, All young ones should have their thoughts much weighed with eternity, nothing will take of the thoughts of Old and young more, d j pi2 vmd vhi po32 n2 av-d vvn p-acp n1, pix vmb vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f j cc j n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Image 183
1055 than to have them ballased with the thoughts of eternity, especially those that are ancient. 7. Take heed of those things that are the usually distempers that accompany Old age; than to have them ballasted with the thoughts of eternity, especially those that Are ancient. 7. Take heed of those things that Are the usually distempers that accompany Old age; cs pc-acp vhi pno32 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, av-j d cst vbr j. crd vvb n1 pp-f d n2 cst vbr dt av-j n2 cst vvb j n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Image 183
1056 as namely, timerousness, Oh! you would faine die in peace, you have lived al this time in peace, as namely, timorousness, Oh! you would feign die in peace, you have lived all this time in peace, c-acp av, n1, uh pn22 vmd av-j vvi p-acp n1, pn22 vhb vvn d d n1 p-acp n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Image 183
1057 and are loath to suffer any thing for the truth; Policarpus did not so, when he was eighty six yeares of age, he was couragious. and Are loath to suffer any thing for the truth; Polycarp did not so, when he was eighty six Years of age, he was courageous. cc vbr j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1; np1 vdd xx av, c-crq pns31 vbds crd crd n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vbds j. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Image 183
1058 So labor you for young mens courage for God, even in the time of your old age. So labour you for young men's courage for God, even in the time of your old age. av vvb pn22 p-acp j ng2 n1 p-acp np1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 j n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Image 183
1059 Take heed of such a surliness and pettishness of spirit, that because you have not heretofore received such things, therefore now you wil not. Take heed of such a surliness and pettishness of Spirit, that Because you have not heretofore received such things, Therefore now you will not. vvb n1 pp-f d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cst c-acp pn22 vhb xx av vvn d n2, av av pn22 vmb xx. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Image 183
1060 Remember it is reported of the Senate of Rome, that when Tiberius would have had Christ to be honored as a God, Oh! it must not be done, (forsooth) why? Because the Senate did not first motion such a thing, because it was not first motioned by the Senate. remember it is reported of the Senate of Rome, that when Tiberius would have had christ to be honoured as a God, Oh! it must not be done, (forsooth) why? Because the Senate did not First motion such a thing, Because it was not First motioned by the Senate. np1 pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst c-crq np1 vmd vhi vhn np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt np1, uh pn31 vmb xx vbi vdn, (uh) q-crq? p-acp dt n1 vdd xx ord n1 d dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbds xx ord vvn p-acp dt n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Image 183
1061 Many times in your meetings, though many be convinced of a good thing, they wil give notes against it, Many times in your meetings, though many be convinced of a good thing, they will give notes against it, av-d n2 p-acp po22 n2, cs d vbb vvn pp-f dt j n1, pns32 vmb vvi n2 p-acp pn31, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Image 183
1062 why? because they that were most ancient did not first move it, because it was put on by the young ones first, why? Because they that were most ancient did not First move it, Because it was put on by the young ones First, q-crq? c-acp pns32 cst vbdr av-ds j vdd xx ord vvi pn31, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt j pi2 ord, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Image 183
1063 therefore though it be never so good, they wil stick to their Old waies, O! take heed of such a surliness and pettishness of spirit, Remember the Gretians, it was said of them, that when they wished a curse upon their enemies, it was that they should please themselves in bad customes; Therefore though it be never so good, they will stick to their Old ways, OH! take heed of such a surliness and pettishness of Spirit, remember the Gretians, it was said of them, that when they wished a curse upon their enemies, it was that they should please themselves in bad customs; av cs pn31 vbb av-x av j, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 j n2, uh vvb n1 pp-f d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvb dt njp2, pn31 vbds vvn pp-f pno32, cst c-crq pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, pn31 vbds cst pns32 vmd vvi px32 p-acp j n2; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Image 183
1064 and it is a greivious curse indeed, when old men are set upon such things, that they wil not bauk what they have done heretofore; and it is a greivious curse indeed, when old men Are Set upon such things, that they will not bauk what they have done heretofore; cc pn31 vbz dt j n1 av, c-crq j n2 vbr vvn p-acp d n2, cst pns32 vmb xx vvb r-crq pns32 vhb vdn av; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Image 183
1065 And then again, another thing for the honor of your crown in the waies of Righteousness, is, And then again, Another thing for the honour of your crown in the ways of Righteousness, is, cc av av, j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vbz, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Image 183
1066 8. When God shal take you out of this world, (as ere longe must needs be) labor before to prepare your selves so, 8. When God shall take you out of this world, (as ere long must needs be) labour before to prepare your selves so, crd c-crq np1 vmb vvi pn22 av pp-f d n1, (c-acp c-acp av-j vmb av vbi) vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi po22 n2 av, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Image 183
1067 as you may die in faith, in the hope of the glorious things, that God is working for the Church in this latter age, as you may die in faith, in the hope of the glorious things, that God is working for the Church in this latter age, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, cst np1 vbz vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp d d n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Image 183
1068 for certainly God is doing great things for his Church in this latter age of the world, greater things than ever yet have bin done, for Certainly God is doing great things for his Church in this latter age of the world, greater things than ever yet have been done, c-acp av-j np1 vbz vdg j n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d d n1 pp-f dt n1, jc n2 cs av av vhb vbn vdn, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Image 183
1069 and those that are a live may live to see glorious workings of God in the world, more than before; and those that Are a live may live to see glorious workings of God in the world, more than before; cc d cst vbr dt j vmb vvi pc-acp vvi j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, av-dc cs a-acp; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Image 183
1070 and though you are not like to live to see the great things that God intendeth to do, and though you Are not like to live to see the great things that God intends to do, cc cs pn22 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cst np1 vvz pc-acp vdi, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Image 183
1071 yet thus far you may glorifie God before you die, die in faith; as old Jacob did. yet thus Far you may Glorify God before you die, die in faith; as old Jacob did. av av av-j pn22 vmb vvi np1 p-acp pn22 vvb, vvb p-acp n1; c-acp j np1 vdd. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Image 183
1072 It is a notable expression of old Jacob, when he lay a dying he called his sons to him, and saith in Gene. 48.21. And Isarael said to Joseph, behold I die, but God shal be with you, and bring you again to the land of your fathers; It is a notable expression of old Jacob, when he lay a dying he called his Sons to him, and Says in Gene. 48.21. And Israel said to Joseph, behold I die, but God shall be with you, and bring you again to the land of your Father's; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f j np1, c-crq pns31 vvd dt j-vvg pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp pno31, cc vvz p-acp np1 crd. cc np1 vvd p-acp np1, vvb pns11 vvb, cc-acp np1 vmb vbi p-acp pn22, cc vvb pn22 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Image 183
1073 So you that are old when you ly upon your death beds, when other young ones com about you, say thus to them, So you that Are old when you lie upon your death Beds, when other young ones come about you, say thus to them, av pn22 cst vbr j c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n1 n2, c-crq j-jn j pi2 vvi p-acp pn22, vvb av p-acp pno32, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Image 183
1074 behold I die, but assure your selves God wil be faithful in his promises to the Church, there are glorious things adoing for his people; in Heb. 11.22. the faith of Joseph is there commended, in that when he dyed he gave order concerning his bones; behold I die, but assure your selves God will be faithful in his promises to the Church, there Are glorious things adoing for his people; in Hebrew 11.22. the faith of Joseph is there commended, in that when he died he gave order Concerning his bones; vvb pns11 vvb, cc-acp vvb po22 n2 np1 vmb vbi j p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbr j n2 j-vvg p-acp po31 n1; p-acp np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz a-acp vvn, p-acp cst c-crq pns31 vvd pns31 vvd n1 vvg po31 n2; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Image 183
1075 why? what work of faith was it, for him to give order for his bones to be caried out of Egypt? yes, it was a work of faith, that he beleeved God would fulfil his promises; why? what work of faith was it, for him to give order for his bones to be carried out of Egypt? yes, it was a work of faith, that he believed God would fulfil his promises; q-crq? q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbds pn31, p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f np1? uh, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vvd np1 vmd vvi po31 n2; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Image 183
1076 do you die so beleeving that God wil fulfil those blessed promises he hath made to the Churches. And, do you die so believing that God will fulfil those blessed promises he hath made to the Churches. And, vdb pn22 vvi av vvg cst np1 vmb vvi d j-vvn n2 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n2. np1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Image 183
1077 9. Take heed now in this your old age of a worldly spirit, this is that that is charged upon old men, 9. Take heed now in this your old age of a worldly Spirit, this is that that is charged upon old men, crd vvb n1 av p-acp d po22 j n1 pp-f dt j n1, d vbz d cst vbz vvn p-acp j n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1078 and yet it is the most strange and unreasonablest thing that can be, and it is very observable, that God hath promised length of daies to the quite contrary, and yet it is the most strange and unreasonablest thing that can be, and it is very observable, that God hath promised length of days to the quite contrary, cc av pn31 vbz dt av-ds j cc js n1 cst vmb vbi, cc pn31 vbz av j, cst np1 vhz vvn n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt av j-jn, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1079 and yet we see this distemper of heart prevails with old men exceedingly, in Prov. 28.16. but he that hateth covetuosness shal prolong his daies; and yet we see this distemper of heart prevails with old men exceedingly, in Curae 28.16. but he that hates Covetousness shall prolong his days; cc av pns12 vvb d n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp j n2 av-vvg, p-acp np1 crd. p-acp pns31 cst vvz n1 vmb vvi po31 n2; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1080 and yet it is observable that old men are most subject to it, and yet the scripture promiseth length of daies by hating covetuousness; and yet it is observable that old men Are most Subject to it, and yet the scripture promises length of days by hating covetousness; cc av pn31 vbz j cst j n2 vbr av-ds j-jn p-acp pn31, cc av dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f n2 p-acp vvg n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1081 none of you but would fain live a year longer, now hate covetuousness especially in these times. none of you but would fain live a year longer, now hate covetousness especially in these times. pix pp-f pn22 cc-acp vmd av-j vvi dt n1 av-jc, av vvb n1 av-j p-acp d n2. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1082 There is nothing wil more dishonor your crowne, than the sin of coveteousness in these daies, There is nothing will more dishonour your crown, than the since of covetousness in these days, pc-acp vbz pix vmb av-dc vvi po22 n1, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1083 because if ever there were times that God called for spiritual and heavenly hearts, now it is; Because if ever there were times that God called for spiritual and heavenly hearts, now it is; c-acp cs av a-acp vbdr n2 cst np1 vvd p-acp j cc j n2, av pn31 vbz; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1084 in Keve. 4, we read of the discription of the several ages of the Church, one was like a Lion the second a Calf, the third a Man, the forth an Eagle, the last state of reformation of the Church should be like an Eagle that is the hearts of those that lived in that state should be Eagle like, soaring a loft in heavenly and spiritual things, in Keve. 4, we read of the description of the several ages of the Church, one was like a lion the second a Calf, the third a Man, the forth an Eagl, the last state of Reformation of the Church should be like an Eagl that is the hearts of those that lived in that state should be Eagl like, soaring a loft in heavenly and spiritual things, p-acp vvb. crd, pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, pi vbds av-j dt n1 dt ord dt n1, dt ord dt n1, dt av dt n1, dt ord n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi av-j dt n1 cst vbz dt n2 pp-f d cst vvd p-acp d n1 vmd vbi n1 av-j, vvg dt n1 p-acp j cc j n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1085 and so it becometh those that are old. and so it Becometh those that Are old. cc av pn31 vvz d cst vbr j. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1086 Be not now basey sparing and pichning because God hath now great works to do for his people. Be not now basey sparing and pichning Because God hath now great works to do for his people. vbb xx av n1 vvg cc vvg c-acp np1 vhz av j n2 pc-acp vdi p-acp po31 n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1087 I have read of a people in India, that worshipped the tooth of a beast, I have read of a people in India, that worshipped the tooth of a beast, pns11 vhb vvn pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, cst vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1088 and when it was taken from them, they offered an incredible mass of treasure to recover the tooth of the beast againe, and when it was taken from them, they offered an incredible mass of treasure to recover the tooth of the beast again, cc c-crq pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vvd dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1089 because they put religion in it; Because they put Religion in it; c-acp pns32 vvd n1 p-acp pn31; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1090 If these heathens should be willing to disburse an in creedible masse of treasure, to regaine that religions relique of a tooth of a beast; If these Heathens should be willing to disburse an in creedible mass of treasure, to regain that Religions relic of a tooth of a beast; cs d n2-jn vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi dt p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1091 how willing should you be freely to lay out your estates for the reformation of religion for the getting of the truth• and ordinances of God to be in freedom amongst us; how willing should you be freely to lay out your estates for the Reformation of Religion for the getting of the truth• and ordinances of God to be in freedom among us; c-crq j vmd pn22 vbi av-j pc-acp vvi av po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno12; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1092 We know that both the state and necessity of our brethren cals for free liberal hearts, We know that both the state and necessity of our brothers calls for free liberal hearts, pns12 vvb cst d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 vvz p-acp j j n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1093 and you that have the crown of glory in regard of age &c. are to go before others, be you free to lay out for them; and you that have the crown of glory in regard of age etc. Are to go before Others, be you free to lay out for them; cc pn22 cst vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 av vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn, vbb pn22 j pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno32; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1094 Remember it is reported of the Romans for the honor of them, that at the very time that Hanibal was in the feild, they would be purchasing of those fields when their enemy was there, remember it is reported of the Roman for the honour of them, that At the very time that Hannibal was in the field, they would be purchasing of those fields when their enemy was there, vvb pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt njp2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cst p-acp dt j n1 cst np1 vbds p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmd vbi vvg pp-f d n2 c-crq po32 n1 vbds a-acp, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1095 and would give a round sume for them. and would give a round fume for them. cc vmd vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno32. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1096 Be not so distrustful, but be willing to disburse in this way, that may be so much for the reliefe of our brethren in Ierland, Be not so distrustful, but be willing to disburse in this Way, that may be so much for the relief of our brothers in Ierland, vbb xx av j, cc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cst vmb vbi av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp np1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1097 and for the setting up of the gospel there, though for the present there be some hazards; and for the setting up of the gospel there, though for the present there be Some hazards; cc p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1 a-acp, cs p-acp dt j pc-acp vbi d n2; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1098 Ordinarily those that are Old are ful of fears and distrust, but of al they should be the freest from them; And in the last place. Ordinarily those that Are Old Are full of fears and distrust, but of all they should be the Freest from them; And in the last place. av-jn d cst vbr j vbr j pp-f n2 cc n1, cc-acp pp-f d pns32 vmd vbi dt js p-acp pno32; cc p-acp dt ord n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Image 183
1099 10. Let your praiers be, and your imbracing of the gospel so for the present, 10. Let your Prayers be, and your embracing of the gospel so for the present, crd vvb po22 n2 vbb, cc po22 vvg pp-f dt n1 av p-acp dt j, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1100 as you may have hope when you die, that you shal leave the gospel as an inheritance to your children afterwards; as you may have hope when you die, that you shall leave the gospel as an inheritance to your children afterwards; c-acp pn22 vmb vhi n1 c-crq pn22 vvb, cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 n2 av; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1101 with what comfort may an aged man or woman die, unlesse they may have hope the gospel shal be left to their children; with what Comfort may an aged man or woman die, unless they may have hope the gospel shall be left to their children; p-acp r-crq n1 vmb dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 vvi, cs pns32 vmb vhi n1 dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1102 Not many years since when old people died, that had any sight in the waies of God, they died with trembling hearts, Not many Years since when old people died, that had any sighed in the ways of God, they died with trembling hearts, xx d n2 p-acp c-crq j n1 vvd, cst vhd d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vvd p-acp j-vvg n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1103 for they thought, Now I am going, and what miseries my Child may be brought to see I know not, it may be he may be brought up in popery and Idolitry, for they Thought, Now I am going, and what misery's my Child may be brought to see I know not, it may be he may be brought up in popery and Idolatry, c-acp pns32 vvd, av pns11 vbm vvg, cc r-crq n2 po11 n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pns11 vvb xx, pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1104 but now when you die, you may have a hope to leave the Gospel as an inheritance to your Children; but now when you die, you may have a hope to leave the Gospel as an inheritance to your Children; cc-acp av c-crq pn22 vvb, pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 n2; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1105 especialy if your prayers be strong, and your imbracements of it as it ought to be; especially if your Prayers be strong, and your embracements of it as it ought to be; av-j cs po22 n2 vbb j, cc po22 n2 pp-f pn31 c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1106 It is said of Justin the younger, that he ran mad with this conceite, that the Roman Empire should decay, in his time, he was so extreamly perplexed with such a thought. It is said of Justin the younger, that he ran mad with this conceit, that the Roman Empire should decay, in his time, he was so extremely perplexed with such a Thought. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 dt jc, cst pns31 vvd j p-acp d n1, cst dt njp n1 vmd vvi, p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vbds av av-jn vvn p-acp d dt n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1107 So it should be with every generation, what! So it should be with every generation, what! av pn31 vmd vbi p-acp d n1, q-crq! (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1108 that the gospel should decay, and the entail and evidence of it be cut off in my time, it should go near every one of us, that the gospel should decay, and the entail and evidence of it be Cut off in my time, it should go near every one of us, cst dt n1 vmd vvi, cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp po11 n1, pn31 vmd vvi av-j d crd pp-f pno12, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1109 and therefore incourage your selves, and let there be a youthful vigour in your spirits, to see to propagate the Gospel, that you may have hopes to leave it to your posterities when you are gone and it is not longe you shal have it, and Therefore encourage your selves, and let there be a youthful vigour in your spirits, to see to propagate the Gospel, that you may have hope's to leave it to your Posterities when you Are gone and it is not long you shall have it, cc av vvi po22 n2, cc vvb pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp po22 n2, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst pn22 vmb vhi n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n2 c-crq pn22 vbr vvn cc pn31 vbz xx av-j pn22 vmb vhi pn31, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1110 for consider, you have had a blessed talant of grace in the time God hath afforded to you, I dare say that there was never eighty years since the world began, for Consider, you have had a blessed talant of grace in the time God hath afforded to you, I Dare say that there was never eighty Years since the world began, c-acp vvb, pn22 vhb vhn dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb vvi cst a-acp vbds av-x crd n2 p-acp dt n1 vvd, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1111 so happy for the revelation of the mistry of Godlyness, as hath bin for these last eighty years, they that have lived them have had such an eighty years, that cul out any eighty years since the begining of the world, never had a nation such an eighty years as this nation hath had, so happy for the Revelation of the mistry of Godliness, as hath been for these last eighty Years, they that have lived them have had such an eighty Years, that cul out any eighty Years since the beginning of the world, never had a Nation such an eighty Years as this Nation hath had, av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vhz vbn p-acp d ord crd n2, pns32 cst vhb vvn pno32 vhb vhn d dt crd n2, cst n1 av d crd n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, av-x vhd dt n1 d dt crd n2 c-acp d n1 vhz vhn, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1112 therefore know that you have much to answer for, and remember this, If you have any Godliness at al, you have made many covenants and vows to God in your times, fulfil them before you dy, die not in Gods debt, you have put up many praiers, Therefore know that you have much to answer for, and Remember this, If you have any Godliness At all, you have made many Covenants and vows to God in your times, fulfil them before you die, die not in God's debt, you have put up many Prayers, av vvb cst pn22 vhb av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvb d, cs pn22 vhb d n1 p-acp d, pn22 vhb vvn d n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 p-acp po22 n2, vvb pno32 p-acp pn22 vvb, vvb xx p-acp npg1 n1, pn22 vhb vvn a-acp d n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1113 and every prayer is an ingagement to you in the waies of Godliness, and if you thus beautify your Crown, and every prayer is an engagement to you in the ways of Godliness, and if you thus beautify your Crown, cc d n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc cs pn22 av vvi po22 n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1114 when you come to die, O! how sweet wil death be to you, your pilow wil be soft when you come to die if you can say so (according to your measure) as Christ did, in Joh. 17. Father, glorifie me with thy selfe, I have finished the work thou hast given me to do; when you come to die, OH! how sweet will death be to you, your pilow will be soft when you come to die if you can say so (according to your measure) as christ did, in John 17. Father, Glorify me with thy self, I have finished the work thou hast given me to do; c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi, uh q-crq j vmb n1 vbi p-acp pn22, po22 n1 vmb vbi j c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi cs pn22 vmb vvi av (vvg p-acp po22 n1) c-acp np1 vdd, p-acp np1 crd n1, vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 pc-acp vdi; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1115 Think but with your selves you that are ancient, if you were to die, whether you are able to say thus as Christ did, Think but with your selves you that Are ancient, if you were to die, whither you Are able to say thus as christ did, vvb cc-acp p-acp po22 n2 pn22 cst vbr j, cs pn22 vbdr pc-acp vvi, cs pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1 vdd, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1116 for so you may say in your measure, though not so perfectly as Christ did Father glorifie me with thy selfe, I have finished the work thou hast given me to do; for so you may say in your measure, though not so perfectly as christ did Father Glorify me with thy self, I have finished the work thou hast given me to do; c-acp av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1, cs xx av av-j c-acp np1 vdd n1 vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 pc-acp vdi; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1117 Thou knowest it hath bin my care in the daies of my poor pilgrimage, to finish this great work thou gavest me to finish in this world, O! How sweet wil death be to such an one that shal die so. ESE 3 Thou Knowest it hath been my care in the days of my poor pilgrimage, to finish this great work thou Gavest me to finish in this world, OH! How sweet will death be to such an one that shall die so. ESE 3 pns21 vv2 pn31 vhz vbn po11 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 j n1, pc-acp vvi d j n1 pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, uh q-crq j vmb n1 vbi p-acp d dt pi cst vmb vvi av. n1 crd (195) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Image 183
1118 One word to you that are young, (and so I have done al) Is it such a crown of Glory to be found Old in the waies of righteousness? Do you then begin to be Godly betimes, that if you live in this world you may have this crown set upon your heads when you are ancient, One word to you that Are young, (and so I have done all) Is it such a crown of Glory to be found Old in the ways of righteousness? Do you then begin to be Godly betimes, that if you live in this world you may have this crown Set upon your Heads when you Are ancient, crd n1 p-acp pn22 cst vbr j, (cc av pns11 vhb vdn av-d) vbz pn31 d dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1? vdb pn22 av vvi pc-acp vbi j av, cst cs pn22 vvb p-acp d n1 pn22 vmb vhi d n1 vvn p-acp po22 n2 c-crq pn22 vbr j, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Image 183
1119 for is it not better for you to be plants of Gods house, then weeds upon the dunghil, Those that are wicked are but as weeds upon a dunghil, for is it not better for you to be plants of God's house, then weeds upon the dunghill, Those that Are wicked Are but as weeds upon a dunghill, c-acp vbz pn31 xx av-jc p-acp pn22 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cs n2 p-acp dt n1, d cst vbr j vbr p-acp c-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Image 183
1120 but you that are Godly are as plants in Gods own orchard in the last of the Romans, 3. We find that Andromicus and Junia are commended, but you that Are Godly Are as plants in God's own orchard in the last of the Roman, 3. We find that Andromicus and Junia Are commended, cc-acp pn22 cst vbr j vbr p-acp n2 p-acp n2 d n1 p-acp dt ord pp-f dt njp2, crd pns12 vvb d np1 cc np1 vbr vvn, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Image 183
1121 because they were in Christ before saint Paul, They were in Christ before me. Because they were in christ before saint Paul, They were in christ before me. c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp np1 p-acp n1 np1, pns32 vbdr p-acp np1 p-acp pno11. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Image 183
1122 It is an honorable thing to be in Christ before others, this is honorable when you are yong, It is an honourable thing to be in christ before Others, this is honourable when you Are young, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 p-acp n2-jn, d vbz j c-crq pn22 vbr j, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Image 183
1123 and then going on in the waies of Godliness al your young time, and so in your midle age, and then going on in the ways of Godliness all your young time, and so in your middle age, cc av vvg a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 d po22 j n1, cc av p-acp po22 j-jn n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Image 183
1124 and til you come to be Old. Here in my text you have this crown prepared for you, and till you come to be Old. Here in my text you have this crown prepared for you, cc c-acp pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi np1 av p-acp po11 n1 pn22 vhb d n1 vvn p-acp pn22, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Image 183
826 Doct. 2. That it is the way of righteousness that puts the Crown of Glory indeed upon the hoary head. Doct. 2. That it is the Way of righteousness that puts the Crown of Glory indeed upon the hoary head. np1 crd cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp dt j n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 76 Image 183
827 That is the Diamond that is a top of the Crown, if the hoary head be an honor, this is the honor of that honor, That is the Diamond that is a top of the Crown, if the hoary head be an honour, this is the honour of that honour, cst vbz dt n1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs dt j n1 vbb dt n1, d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
828 if it bee a Crown, righteousness it is the Crown, of that Crown Mensura vitae non est longitudo sed honestum, The measure of life is not the length of it, if it be a Crown, righteousness it is the Crown, of that Crown Mensura vitae non est longitudo sed Honesty, The measure of life is not the length of it, cs pn31 vbb dt n1, n1 pn31 vbz dt n1, pp-f cst n1 np1 fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f pn31, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
829 but Godliness is the great honor we are to measure our life by. I suppose you have heard the speech of him that said, I have been long, but Godliness is the great honour we Are to measure our life by. I suppose you have herd the speech of him that said, I have been long, cc-acp n1 vbz dt j n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp. pns11 vvb pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd, pns11 vhb vbn j, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
830 but I have not lived long. but I have not lived long. cc-acp pns11 vhb xx vvn av-j. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
831 Old men except they be righteous, they are long, but they can scarce be said to live long. Old men except they be righteous, they Are long, but they can scarce be said to live long. j n2 c-acp pns32 vbb j, pns32 vbr j, cc-acp pns32 vmb av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av-j. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
832 If it be found in the way of righteousness, that is, supposing that you have been Godly from your youth, If it be found in the Way of righteousness, that is, supposing that you have been Godly from your youth, cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz, vvg cst pn22 vhb vbn j p-acp po22 n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
833 and so grow up to be Godly while you are, then that honors indeed: and so grow up to be Godly while you Are, then that honours indeed: cc av vvb a-acp pc-acp vbi j cs pn22 vbr, av d n2 av: (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
834 for though it be good for men to begin to come into the waies of Godliness at any time, for though it be good for men to begin to come into the ways of Godliness At any time, c-acp cs pn31 vbb j p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
835 and it is never to late to come in, yet to be Elementarius Senex, that is rather a dishonor to be a beginner when you are Old, in the great work, you should be treading in al your daies, rather a dishonor (I mean) that you do but then begin, and it is never to late to come in, yet to be Elementary Senex, that is rather a dishonour to be a beginner when you Are Old, in the great work, you should be treading in all your days, rather a dishonour (I mean) that you do but then begin, cc pn31 vbz av-x p-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp, av pc-acp vbi np1 fw-la, cst vbz av-c dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 c-crq pn22 vbr j, p-acp dt j n1, pn22 vmd vbi vvg p-acp d po22 n2, av-c dt n1 (pns11 vvb) cst pn22 vdb p-acp av vvi, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
836 therefore surely the text means this: Therefore surely the text means this: av av-j dt n1 vvz d: (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
837 If it be found, that is if you have gone on in the course of your life in righteousness, If it be found, that is if you have gone on in the course of your life in righteousness, cs pn31 vbb vvn, cst vbz cs pn22 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
838 and so your Old Age doth not begin righteousness in you, but findeth you in the way of righteousness, you are in the way of righteousness, then it honors. and so your Old Age does not begin righteousness in you, but finds you in the Way of righteousness, you Are in the Way of righteousness, then it honours. cc av po22 j n1 vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp pn22, cc-acp vvz pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 n2. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
839 It is spoken to the honor of that disciple Manason, in Acts, 21.16. There went with us also certaine of the Disciples of Cesaria, and brought with them one Manason of Cyprus an Old Disciple, with whom we should lodg; It is spoken to the honour of that disciple Manasseh, in Acts, 21.16. There went with us also certain of the Disciples of Caesarea, and brought with them one Manasseh of Cyprus an Old Disciple, with whom we should lodge; pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 np1, p-acp n2, crd. a-acp vvd p-acp pno12 av j pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvd p-acp pno32 crd np1 pp-f np1 dt j n1, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vmd vvi; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
840 An Old Disciple, it is a mark of honor unto him that he was an Old Desciple; an Old Disciple, it is a mark of honour unto him that he was an Old Disciple; dt j n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 cst pns31 vbds dt j n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
841 and so Obadiah. 1 Kings, 18.12. and so Obadiah. 1 Kings, 18.12. cc av np1. crd n2, crd. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
842 I have feared God from my youth, (saith Obadiah ) and he speaketh of it, I have feared God from my youth, (Says Obadiah) and he speaks of it, pns11 vhb vvn np1 p-acp po11 n1, (vvz np1) cc pns31 vvz pp-f pn31, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
843 and the Holy Ghost records it as a great honor unto him, I have feared God from my youth. and the Holy Ghost records it as a great honour unto him, I have feared God from my youth. cc dt j n1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno31, pns11 vhb vvn np1 p-acp po11 n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
844 If any of you (for at that time Obadiah was growen ancient, if any of you) can say so, with Obadiah, The Lord hath now given me length of daies, If any of you (for At that time Obadiah was grown ancient, if any of you) can say so, with Obadiah, The Lord hath now given me length of days, cs d pp-f pn22 (c-acp p-acp d n1 np1 vbds vvn j, cs d pp-f pn22) vmb vvi av, p-acp np1, dt n1 vhz av vvn pno11 n1 pp-f n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
845 and I bless his name that (though in weakness yet) I have feared God from my youth; Oh! this is honorable. and I bless his name that (though in weakness yet) I have feared God from my youth; Oh! this is honourable. cc pns11 vvb po31 n1 cst (cs p-acp n1 av) pns11 vhb vvn np1 p-acp po11 n1; uh d vbz j. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
846 As it is reported of Policarpus, Policarpus when he was about to die by Martyrdome, they would have him to renounce the truth, Oh! (saith he) these eighty six years I have served Christ, As it is reported of Polycarp, Polycarp when he was about to die by Martyrdom, they would have him to renounce the truth, Oh! (Says he) these eighty six Years I have served christ, p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, np1 c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pns32 vmd vhi pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1, uh (vvz pns31) d crd crd n2 pns11 vhb vvn np1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
847 and found him a good master, shal I leave him now? What an honorable speech was this for him to be able to say, these eighty six yeares have I served Christ and found him a good Master. and found him a good master, shall I leave him now? What an honourable speech was this for him to be able to say, these eighty six Years have I served christ and found him a good Master. cc vvd pno31 dt j n1, vmb pns11 vvi pno31 av? q-crq dt j n1 vbds d p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi, d crd crd n2 vhb pns11 vvn np1 cc vvd pno31 dt j n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
848 Wil you appeale whether you can say, these sixty, these seventy years, or forty years I have served Christ, Wil you appeal whither you can say, these sixty, these seventy Years, or forty Years I have served christ, np1 pn22 vvb cs pn22 vmb vvi, d crd, d crd n2, cc crd n2 pns11 vhb vvn np1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
849 and found him a good Master, if you can, this is honorable if you be found in the way of righteousness. and found him a good Master, if you can, this is honourable if you be found in the Way of righteousness. cc vvd pno31 dt j n1, cs pn22 vmb, d vbz j cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Image 183
850 1. This is a great evidence of the deep rooting of your Grace, and so puts a greater honor upon you, it is an argument Grace had a very deep root, in that it hath held out al this while, and flourished al this while. 1. This is a great evidence of the deep rooting of your Grace, and so puts a greater honour upon you, it is an argument Grace had a very deep root, in that it hath held out all this while, and flourished all this while. crd d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n-vvg pp-f po22 n1, cc av vvz dt jc n1 p-acp pn22, pn31 vbz dt n1 n1 vhd dt j j-jn n1, p-acp cst pn31 vhz vvn av d d n1, cc vvd d d n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 78 Image 183
851 You know the seed that was sown in the stony ground, it came up a little for the present, You know the seed that was sown in the stony ground, it Come up a little for the present, pn22 vvb dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vvd a-acp dt j p-acp dt j, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 78 Image 183
852 but vanished away, but that that was sowen in the good ground, it came up and flourished though in the heate of the Sun. Many have a good beginning as Nero, •hough he were an abominable wretch afterwards, but vanished away, but that that was sown in the good ground, it Come up and flourished though in the heat of the Sun. Many have a good beginning as Nero, •hough he were an abominable wretch afterwards, cc-acp vvd av, cc-acp cst d vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vvd a-acp cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-d vhi dt j n1 c-acp np1, uh pns31 vbdr dt j n1 av, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 78 Image 183
853 yet his first five years were very eminent for forwardness in Godliness, but afterwards fel off. yet his First five Years were very eminent for forwardness in Godliness, but afterwards fell off. av po31 ord crd n2 vbdr av j p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp av vvd a-acp. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 78 Image 183
854 But now if you shal go on and hold out til you be aged, Oh! it is a blessed evidence of the deepness of the root of Grace in your hearts. That is the first. But now if you shall go on and hold out till you be aged, Oh! it is a blessed evidence of the deepness of the root of Grace in your hearts. That is the First. p-acp av cs pn22 vmb vvi a-acp cc vvi av c-acp pn22 vbb j-vvn, uh pn31 vbz dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n2. cst vbz dt ord. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 78 Image 183
855 2. Those that are Old in the waies of righteousness, they cannot but be supposed to be very eminent in Grace and Godliness, they have gotten much in the waies of Godliness, they have growen to some excellency in holy waies; 2. Those that Are Old in the ways of righteousness, they cannot but be supposed to be very eminent in Grace and Godliness, they have got much in the ways of Godliness, they have grown to Some excellency in holy ways; crd d cst vbr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vmbx p-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vbi av j p-acp n1 cc n1, pns32 vhb vvn av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vhb vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp j n2; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Image 183
856 John he began young, and continued Old in Godliness, for so he was, he was neare a hundered years Old, he could not be less, John he began young, and continued Old in Godliness, for so he was, he was near a hundered Years Old, he could not be less, np1 pns31 vvd j, cc vvd j p-acp n1, c-acp av pns31 vbds, pns31 vbds av-j dt crd n2 j, pns31 vmd xx vbi av-dc, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Image 183
857 for his banishment was in Domitians time, which was eighty years after Christ, that he was banished into the Isle of Pathmos, and then he could not be less than above a hundred years Old, for his banishment was in Domitians time, which was eighty Years After christ, that he was banished into the Isle of Patmos, and then he could not be less than above a hundred Years Old, c-acp po31 n1 vbds p-acp npg1 n1, r-crq vbds crd n2 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av pns31 vmd xx vbi av-dc cs p-acp dt crd n2 j, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Image 183
858 and then he had divine revealations revealed unto him. Those that have continued long in Godliness, grow to a great eminency in Godliness. and then he had divine revelations revealed unto him. Those that have continued long in Godliness, grow to a great eminency in Godliness. cc av pns31 vhd j-jn n2 vvn p-acp pno31. d cst vhb vvn av-j p-acp n1, vvb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Image 183
859 Obadiah (as some think) was that prophet Obadiah afterwards, that had continued long in the waies of Godliness; Obadiah (as Some think) was that Prophet Obadiah afterwards, that had continued long in the ways of Godliness; np1 (c-acp d vvb) vbds d n1 np1 av, cst vhd vvn av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Image 183
860 It is not with Grace as with nature, nature cometh to a period, and then decayes, It is not with Grace as with nature, nature comes to a Period, and then decays, pn31 vbz xx p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp n1, n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc av vvz, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Image 183
861 but Grace groweth and flourisheth, though the body grow downward, yet Grace wil grow upward; It is the promise of God in Psal. 92.14. That those that are planted in the house of God, they shal flourish in the courts of God; but Grace grows and flourishes, though the body grow downward, yet Grace will grow upward; It is the promise of God in Psalm 92.14. That those that Are planted in the house of God, they shall flourish in the Courts of God; cc-acp n1 vvz cc vvz, cs dt n1 vvb av-j, av n1 vmb vvi av-j; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 crd. cst d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Image 183
862 Those that are planted in the house of the Lord, shal flourish in the courts of God, they shal stil bring forth fruit in Old Age, they shal be fat and flourishing; Those that Are planted in the house of the Lord, shall flourish in the Courts of God, they shall still bring forth fruit in Old Age, they shall be fat and flourishing; d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb av vvi av n1 p-acp j n1, pns32 vmb vbi j cc j-vvg; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Image 183
863 that is the promise of God, and therefore it cannot but be imagined, that there is a great deal of eminency in such, that is the promise of God, and Therefore it cannot but be imagined, that there is a great deal of eminency in such, d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av pn31 vmbx p-acp vbi vvn, cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Image 183
864 and therefore to be honored, haveing a crown of Glory upon them. And thirdly. and Therefore to be honoured, having a crown of Glory upon them. And Thirdly. cc av pc-acp vbi vvn, vhg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. cc ord. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Image 183
865 3. Those that have continued long in the waies of righteousness, they have had many experiences of God, wonderful experiences of the waies of God, the faithfulness of God, the mercies of God, the truth of God, in the course of his providence unto his Churches, 3. Those that have continued long in the ways of righteousness, they have had many experiences of God, wondered experiences of the ways of God, the faithfulness of God, the Mercies of God, the truth of God, in the course of his providence unto his Churches, crd d cst vhb vvn av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vhb vhn d n2 pp-f np1, j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Image 183
866 and this is an honorable thing, David in Psal. 25.6. he speakes of Gods mercies of Old; and in Psal. 74.12. and this is an honourable thing, David in Psalm 25.6. he speaks of God's Mercies of Old; and in Psalm 74.12. cc d vbz dt j n1, np1 p-acp np1 crd. pns31 vvz pp-f npg1 n2 pp-f j; cc p-acp np1 crd. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Image 183
867 there you have been speaking of God, he was a King of Old, and in Psal. 44. And the begning, there our Fathers have told us things of Old what thou hast done Psal. 119.152, I have knowen thy testimonies of Old. To have the experiences of Gods wil, there you have been speaking of God, he was a King of Old, and in Psalm 44. And the begning, there our Father's have told us things of Old what thou hast done Psalm 119.152, I have known thy testimonies of Old. To have the experiences of God's will, a-acp pn22 vhb vbn vvg pp-f np1, pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f j, cc p-acp np1 crd cc dt j-vvg, pc-acp po12 n2 vhb vvn pno12 n2 pp-f j r-crq pns21 vh2 vdn np1 crd, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vhi dt n2 pp-f n2 vmb, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Image 183
868 and of Gods waies in the passages of his providence of Old, is a glorious thing, and of God's ways in the passages of his providence of Old, is a glorious thing, cc pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 pp-f j, vbz dt j n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Image 183
869 and so they that are Old in the waies of righteousness, they come to know exceeding much of Gods minde in that regard; and so they that Are Old in the ways of righteousness, they come to know exceeding much of God's mind in that regard; cc av pns32 cst vbr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi vvg d pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Image 183
870 and this is a crown of Glory. And Fourthly. and this is a crown of Glory. And Fourthly. cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. cc ord. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Image 183
871 4. They that are Old in the waies of righteousness, that they give a good testimony to the waies of righteousness that they are good; 4. They that Are Old in the ways of righteousness, that they give a good testimony to the ways of righteousness that they Are good; crd pns32 cst vbr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cst pns32 vbr j; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 81 Image 183
872 An Old Servant that wil not leave his master, gives a good testimony of the goodness of his Master. an Old Servant that will not leave his master, gives a good testimony of the Goodness of his Master. dt j n1 cst vmb xx vvi po31 n1, vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 81 Image 183
873 The Bee that sticks long at the flower and wil not go away, gives a testimony that there is a great deal of honor to be sucked out there. The Bee that sticks long At the flower and will not go away, gives a testimony that there is a great deal of honour to be sucked out there. dt n1 cst vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 cc vmb xx vvi av, vvz dt n1 cst a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av a-acp. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 81 Image 183
874 As Apostates that fal from Gods service disgrace it, and (as much as in them lies) tel to the world, that there is not that good in the service of God as others beare them in hand there is, As Apostates that fall from God's service disgrace it, and (as much as in them lies) tell to the world, that there is not that good in the service of God as Others bear them in hand there is, p-acp n2 cst vvi p-acp ng1 n1 vvi pn31, cc (c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno32 n2) vvb p-acp dt n1, cst pc-acp vbz xx d j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2-jn vvb pno32 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbz, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 81 Image 183
875 but those that are Old, and can say as Policarpus, I have found him a good master al this while, they honor Gods waies. but those that Are Old, and can say as Polycarp, I have found him a good master all this while, they honour God's ways. cc-acp d cst vbr j, cc vmb vvi p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn pno31 dt j n1 d d n1, pns32 vvb npg1 n2. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 81 Image 183
876 5. It is honorable because there are so few that continue til they be Old in the waies of Godliness; 5. It is honourable Because there Are so few that continue till they be Old in the ways of Godliness; crd pn31 vbz j c-acp pc-acp vbr av d cst vvb c-acp pns32 vbb j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 82 Image 183
877 If we set many plants, and most of them vanish and come to nothing, but there is one or two that flourish, If we Set many plants, and most of them vanish and come to nothing, but there is one or two that flourish, cs pns12 vvb d n2, cc ds pp-f pno32 vvi cc vvi p-acp pix, cc-acp pc-acp vbz crd cc crd cst n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 82 Image 183
878 and come to be trees, and so prosper, we love them the better, and delight in them the more: and come to be trees, and so prosper, we love them the better, and delight in them the more: cc vvb pc-acp vbi n2, cc av vvb, pns12 vvb pno32 dt jc, cc vvi p-acp pno32 dt av-dc: (195) doctrine (DIV2) 82 Image 183
879 so because God sees there are so few that continue in his waies, therefore those that do are the more prized by God, so Because God sees there Are so few that continue in his ways, Therefore those that do Are the more prized by God, av c-acp np1 vvz pc-acp vbr av d cst vvb p-acp po31 n2, av d cst vdb vbr dt av-dc vvn p-acp np1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 82 Image 183
880 and the more honored by God; So Paul he tells us that of the most he was forsaken; 2 Tim. 1 15.16. He praies for the house of Onesiphorus, because he had kept by him when most in Asia had forsaken him; that is honorable. Again, and the more honoured by God; So Paul he tells us that of the most he was forsaken; 2 Tim. 1 15.16. He prays for the house of Onesiphorus, Because he had kept by him when most in Asia had forsaken him; that is honourable. Again, cc dt av-dc vvn p-acp np1; av np1 pns31 vvz pno12 d pp-f dt av-ds pns31 vbds vvn; crd np1 crd crd. pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno31 c-crq ds p-acp np1 vhd vvn pno31; d vbz j. av, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 82 Image 183
881 Those that continue in the waies of Godliness they are honorable before the Lord, because they have passed through many difficulties in the waies of God. Those that continue in the ways of Godliness they Are honourable before the Lord, Because they have passed through many difficulties in the ways of God. d cst vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 83 Image 183
882 A souldier that hath passed through man• dangers and dfficulties in the Kings service, is so much the more honored. A soldier that hath passed through man• dangers and dfficulties in the Kings service, is so much the more honoured. dt n1 cst vhz vvn p-acp n1 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1, vbz av av-d dt av-dc vvn. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 83 Image 183
883 We reade of Solomon, 1 Kings, 2.26. That he honored Abiathar because he had suffered so much affliction with his Father of Old: We read of Solomon, 1 Kings, 2.26. That he honoured Abiathar Because he had suffered so much affliction with his Father of Old: pns12 vvb pp-f np1, crd n2, crd. cst pns31 vvd np1 c-acp pns31 vhd vvn av d n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f j: (195) doctrine (DIV2) 83 Image 183
884 so God wil honor those that have suffered many difficulties, those that have gone through many changes of time, so God will honour those that have suffered many difficulties, those that have gone through many changes of time, av np1 vmb vvi d cst vhb vvn d n2, d cst vhb vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 83 Image 183
885 and yet continued upright God wil exceedingly honor; and yet continued upright God will exceedingly honour; cc av vvd av-j np1 vmb av-vvg vvi; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 83 Image 183
886 in Luke, 18. Because you have indured with me in the time of temptation, therefore I have appointed unto you a Kingdom, (saith Christ.) Again. in Lycia, 18. Because you have endured with me in the time of temptation, Therefore I have appointed unto you a Kingdom, (Says christ.) Again. p-acp av, crd c-acp pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 dt n1, (vvz np1.) av. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 83 Image 183
887 It is an honorable thing to be Old in the waies of righteousness, because these have much acquaintance with God, they come to be of Gods long acquaintance. It is an honourable thing to be Old in the ways of righteousness, Because these have much acquaintance with God, they come to be of God's long acquaintance. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, c-acp d vhb d n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi pp-f n2 j n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 84 Image 183
888 Now we delight much if we can meet with one that is of our old acquaintance, we say Oh! Such an one is my Old acquaintance, he was my fathers acquaintance, therefore we prize him now. Now we delight much if we can meet with one that is of our old acquaintance, we say Oh! Such an one is my Old acquaintance, he was my Father's acquaintance, Therefore we prize him now. av pns12 vvb av-d cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pi cst vbz pp-f po12 j n1, pns12 vvb uh d dt pi vbz po11 j n1, pns31 vbds po11 ng1 n1, av pns12 vvb pno31 av. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 84 Image 183
889 Now an Old man that hath been a Godly man a long time, he is our Old acquaintance, Now an Old man that hath been a Godly man a long time, he is our Old acquaintance, av dt j n1 cst vhz vbn dt j n1 dt j n1, pns31 vbz po12 j n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 84 Image 183
890 an Old acquaintance of God our Father, and therefore we honor him; in Exodus, 15.23. Where Moses praises God (saith he) he is our God, and our Fathers •od. an Old acquaintance of God our Father, and Therefore we honour him; in Exodus, 15.23. Where Moses praises God (Says he) he is our God, and our Father's •od. dt j n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1, cc av pns12 vvb pno31; p-acp fw-la, crd. q-crq np1 vvz np1 (vvz pns31) pns31 vbz po12 n1, cc po12 ng1 n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 84 Image 183
891 Is it an honor to God that he was our Fathers God? Then it is an honor to you that you are Gods that are our Fathers, that you are our Fathers Saints; Is it an honour to God that he was our Father's God? Then it is an honour to you that you Are God's that Are our Father's, that you Are our Father's Saints; vbz pn31 dt n1 p-acp np1 cst pns31 vbds po12 n2 np1? cs pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pn22 cst pn22 vbr n2 cst vbr po12 n2, cst pn22 vbr po12 n2 n2; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 84 Image 183
892 if God be honored for being our Fathers God, then you are honored for being one of our Fathers Saints, Gods Saint who is our Father. if God be honoured for being our Father's God, then you Are honoured for being one of our Father's Saints, God's Saint who is our Father. cs np1 vbb vvn p-acp vbg po12 n2 np1, cs pn22 vbr vvn p-acp vbg pi pp-f po12 ng1 n2, ng1 n1 r-crq vbz po12 n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 84 Image 183
893 We reade of Moses that having been but forty daies conversing with God upon the Mount, We read of Moses that having been but forty days conversing with God upon the Mount, pns12 vvb pp-f np1 cst vhg vbn cc-acp crd n2 vvg p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 84 Image 183
894 and his Face did shine, if conversing with God forty daies makes his face shine, what wil it be to converse with God forty years? Oh! how must their faces needs shine being so long acquainted with him. and his Face did shine, if conversing with God forty days makes his face shine, what will it be to converse with God forty Years? Oh! how must their faces needs shine being so long acquainted with him. cc po31 n1 vdd vvi, cs vvg p-acp np1 crd n2 vvz po31 n1 vvi, q-crq vmb pn31 vbi pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 crd n2? uh q-crq vmb po32 n2 av vvi vbg av av-j vvn p-acp pno31. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 84 Image 183
895 8. Those that continue gracious Old, they have done a great deal of service, and therefore honorable; 8. Those that continue gracious Old, they have done a great deal of service, and Therefore honourable; crd d cst vvb j j, pns32 vhb vdn dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc av j; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Image 183
896 especially if they have been in publique places. especially if they have been in public places. av-j cs pns32 vhb vbn p-acp j n2. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Image 183
897 A publique Minister that hath, co••inued to be Old in service for God, he is an object o• •uch honor, to be exceedingly reverenced. A public Minister that hath, co••inued to be Old in service for God, he is an Object o• •uch honour, to be exceedingly reverenced. dt j n1 cst vhz, vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vbz dt n1 n1 av-d n1, pc-acp vbi av-vvg vvn. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Image 183
898 I remember it is reported of Basil, that when the officers came to apprehend him, the story saith he was about holy duties, I Remember it is reported of Basil, that when the Officers Come to apprehend him, the story Says he was about holy duties, pns11 vvb pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, cst c-crq dt n2 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, dt n1 vvz pns31 vbds a-acp j n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Image 183
899 and the gravity and sparkling holiness of countenance, made the officers to fal down backwards, they were not able to beare it. and the gravity and sparkling holiness of countenance, made the Officers to fall down backwards, they were not able to bear it. cc dt n1 cc j-vvg n1 pp-f n1, vvd dt n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp av-j, pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi pn31. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Image 183
900 A man that hath lived long in the service of God, is very honorable before the Lord, A man that hath lived long in the service of God, is very honourable before the Lord, dt n1 cst vhz vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz av j p-acp dt n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Image 183
901 & before men we honor our Old Servants, if any one hath been your Old servant, you wil not see such an one want; & before men we honour our Old Servants, if any one hath been your Old servant, you will not see such an one want; cc p-acp n2 pns12 vvb po12 j n2, cs d pi vhz vbn po22 j n1, pn22 vmb xx vvi d dt pi vvb; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Image 183
902 he hath been my Fathers servant, before me, and an ancitent servant to the family, and therefore not to be disrespected; he hath been my Father's servant, before me, and an ancitent servant to the family, and Therefore not to be disrespected; pns31 vhz vbn po11 ng1 n1, p-acp pno11, cc dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av xx pc-acp vbi vvn; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Image 183
903 shal we respect ancient servants to the family and company, then how much more is an ancient servant to the Lord to be respected? How wil not many Glory in this, that they have been in the Kings service thus long? Oh! this is worthy of Glory, that thou hast been in the service of the Lord so long. shall we respect ancient Servants to the family and company, then how much more is an ancient servant to the Lord to be respected? How will not many Glory in this, that they have been in the Kings service thus long? Oh! this is worthy of Glory, that thou hast been in the service of the Lord so long. vmb pns12 vvi j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, av c-crq d dc vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn? q-crq vmb xx d n1 p-acp d, cst pns32 vhb vbn p-acp dt ng1 n1 av av-j? uh d vbz j pp-f n1, cst pns21 vh2 vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av av-j. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Image 183
904 9. Oh! It is a crown of Glory to be Old in the waies of righteousness, 9. Oh! It is a crown of Glory to be Old in the ways of righteousness, crd uh pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 86 Image 183
905 because thou art neare to that eternal crown. Rom, 13.11. Our salvation is nearer than when at first we beleeved. Because thou art near to that Eternal crown. Rom, 13.11. Our salvation is nearer than when At First we believed. c-acp pns21 vb2r av-j p-acp cst j n1. np1, crd. po12 n1 vbz jc cs c-crq p-acp ord pns12 vvd. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 86 Image 183
906 Thou art even almost at the heaven, and when thou art looked upon thus, thou art to be honored in that regard, Thou art even almost At the heaven, and when thou art looked upon thus, thou art to be honoured in that regard, pns21 vb2r av av p-acp dt n1, cc c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp av, pns21 vb2r pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 86 Image 183
907 An Old souldier that by being long in service, cometh to have the next place of preferment to be due to him, he is looked upon with respect and regard. an Old soldier that by being long in service, comes to have the next place of preferment to be due to him, he is looked upon with respect and regard. dt j n1 cst p-acp vbg j p-acp n1, vvz pc-acp vhi dt ord n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 86 Image 183
908 It may be the next place in heaven is like to be thy portion, thou art neare unto thy Glory. It may be the next place in heaven is like to be thy portion, thou art near unto thy Glory. pn31 vmb vbi dt ord n1 p-acp n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi po21 n1, pns21 vb2r av-j p-acp po21 n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 86 Image 183
909 Young men are to go on in their warfare here, but thy warfar is even accomplished, in Isa. 40. Comfort you, comfort you my people, for their warfar is accomplished. Young men Are to go on in their warfare Here, but thy warfare is even accomplished, in Isaiah 40. Comfort you, Comfort you my people, for their warfare is accomplished. j n2 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n1 av, cc-acp po21 n1 vbz av vvn, p-acp np1 crd vvb pn22, vvb pn22 po11 n1, p-acp po32 n1 vbz vvn. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 86 Image 183
910 Now those are to be honored, it is a glory for a man to be neare the Kingdom of heaven, to be near this crown of eternal Glory. Now those Are to be honoured, it is a glory for a man to be near the Kingdom of heaven, to be near this crown of Eternal Glory. av d vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi av-j d n1 pp-f j n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 86 Image 183
911 10. If thou continuest Old in the waies of righteousness, then thy crown of Glory shal be exceeding great, exceeding glorious. 10. If thou Continuest Old in the ways of righteousness, then thy crown of Glory shall be exceeding great, exceeding glorious. crd cs pns21 vv2 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cs po21 n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvg j, vvg j. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 87 Image 183
912 The longer thou stayest for it, the more glorious it shal be; The longer thou stayest for it, the more glorious it shall be; dt av-jc pns21 vv2 p-acp pn31, dt av-dc j pn31 vmb vbi; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 87 Image 183
913 the longer thy crown is a framing, the more ful of Diamonds and Pearls it wil be when it cometh. the longer thy crown is a framing, the more full of Diamonds and Pearls it will be when it comes. dt av-jc po21 n1 vbz dt vvg, dt av-dc j pp-f n2 cc n2 pn31 vmb vbi c-crq pn31 vvz. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 87 Image 183
914 I have read of an Emperors Son, that one speaking to him about the glory he was like to have hereafter, I, (saith he) the Cooks are a long time preparing the dinner, I have read of an Emperor's Son, that one speaking to him about the glory he was like to have hereafter, I, (Says he) the Cooks Are a long time preparing the dinner, pns11 vhb vvn pp-f dt ng1 n1, cst pi vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbds j pc-acp vhi av, pns11, (vvz pns31) dt n2 vbr dt j n1 vvg dt n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 87 Image 183
915 but we shal have the better cheer when it cometh. but we shall have the better cheer when it comes. cc-acp pns12 vmb vhi dt jc n1 c-crq pn31 vvz. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 87 Image 183
916 So though God hath let those that are ancient and Godly, live here in their Pilgrimage a long time, So though God hath let those that Are ancient and Godly, live Here in their Pilgrimage a long time, av cs np1 vhz vvn d cst vbr j cc j, vvb av p-acp po32 n1 dt j n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 87 Image 183
917 yet when it cometh they shal have the greater Glory. yet when it comes they shall have the greater Glory. av c-crq pn31 vvz pns32 vmb vhi dt jc n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 87 Image 183
918 Put al these together, and certainly it must needs be, that the hoary head must needs have a crown of glory, Put all these together, and Certainly it must needs be, that the hoary head must needs have a crown of glory, vvb d d av, cc av-j pn31 vmb av vbi, cst dt j n1 vmb av vhi dt n1 pp-f n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 87 Image 183
919 if it be found in the way of righteousness. USE. 1. We have cause to lament, that we have so few objects to honor as we have. if it be found in the Way of righteousness. USE. 1. We have cause to lament, that we have so few objects to honour as we have. cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. n1. crd pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vhb av d n2 pc-acp vvi c-acp pns12 vhb. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 87 Image 183
920 Indeed It is a most glorious sight to see an Old gracious holy man, that hath been from his youth holy and Godly, it is indeed a most glorious sight, Indeed It is a most glorious sighed to see an Old gracious holy man, that hath been from his youth holy and Godly, it is indeed a most glorious sighed, np1 pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j j j n1, cst vhz vbn p-acp po31 n1 j cc j, pn31 vbz av dt av-ds j n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 88 Image 183
921 and may wel draw the eyes of al to behold it. and may well draw the eyes of all to behold it. cc vmb av vvi dt n2 pp-f d pc-acp vvi pn31. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 88 Image 183
922 I remember Josephus saith, that Moses when he was but little, he had that beauty upon him, that al that passed by were even enamoured with his beauty, I Remember Josephus Says, that Moses when he was but little, he had that beauty upon him, that all that passed by were even enamoured with his beauty, pns11 vvb np1 vvz, cst np1 c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp j, pns31 vhd d n1 p-acp pno31, cst d cst vvd a-acp vbdr av vvn p-acp po31 n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 88 Image 183
923 and they could not pass by but they must stand and look upon him. and they could not pass by but they must stand and look upon him. cc pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp p-acp pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 88 Image 183
924 Truly if there be a beautiful honorable object in the world, it is to see a hoary head in the waies of Righteousness; Truly if there be a beautiful honourable Object in the world, it is to see a hoary head in the ways of Righteousness; np1 cs pc-acp vbi dt j j n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 88 Image 183
925 but O! wo to us that we have so few of them among us, blessed be God that there are any, but OH! woe to us that we have so few of them among us, blessed be God that there Are any, cc-acp uh n1 p-acp pno12 cst pns12 vhb av d pp-f pno32 p-acp pno12, vvn vbb np1 cst a-acp vbr d, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 88 Image 183
926 but how happy we if we had more such objects to honor. That there are but few I give you these evidences. First. but how happy we if we had more such objects to honour. That there Are but few I give you these evidences. First. cc-acp c-crq j pns12 cs pns12 vhd dc d n2 pc-acp vvi. d a-acp vbr p-acp d pns11 vvb pn22 d n2. np1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 88 Image 183
927 1. How few old ones have we that delight when they come together, when they meete in their companies, to relate the experiences of the waies of God, of the passages of Gods providence, of the faithfulness of God, 1. How few old ones have we that delight when they come together, when they meet in their companies, to relate the experiences of the ways of God, of the passages of God's providence, of the faithfulness of God, crd c-crq d j pi2 vhb pns12 d n1 c-crq pns32 vvb av, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, pp-f dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 89 Image 183
928 and of the goodness of God to them, and to his people, so as to give glory to his name: and of the Goodness of God to them, and to his people, so as to give glory to his name: cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, cc p-acp po31 n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1: (195) doctrine (DIV2) 89 Image 183
929 when they come together they tel a great many of old tales, or old fables, they delight themselves in telling the tricks of their youth, what they have done in such an Inn, in such a Tavern, or in such a company; when they come together they tell a great many of old tales, or old fables, they delight themselves in telling the tricks of their youth, what they have done in such an Inn, in such a Tavern, or in such a company; c-crq pns32 vvb av pns32 vvb dt j d pp-f j n2, cc j n2, pns32 vvb px32 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, r-crq pns32 vhb vdn p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d dt n1, cc p-acp d dt n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 89 Image 183
930 they can revive their youthful sins again: they can revive their youthful Sins again: pns32 vmb vvi po32 j n2 av: (195) doctrine (DIV2) 89 Image 183
931 but to discourse of the providence and waies of God to them of old, to give glory to him, where finde you this? Again secondly. but to discourse of the providence and ways of God to them of old, to give glory to him, where find you this? Again secondly. cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 pp-f j, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31, q-crq vvb pn22 d? av ord. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 89 Image 183
932 2. How few old ones have you that are fit to instruct young ones, and to come & incourage them in the waies of Righteousness, 2. How few old ones have you that Are fit to instruct young ones, and to come & encourage them in the ways of Righteousness, crd c-crq d j pi2 vhb pn22 d vbr j pc-acp vvi j pi2, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 90 Image 183
933 and to tel them what they have found in Gods waies, and so to provoke them on to the wais of righteousness? and to tell them what they have found in God's ways, and so to provoke them on to the ways of righteousness? cc pc-acp vvi pno32 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp npg1 n2, cc av pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1? (195) doctrine (DIV2) 90 Image 183
934 3. How few old ones have you that can delight to see God, yet appearing more gloriously in his waies, in his truth, 3. How few old ones have you that can delight to see God, yet appearing more gloriously in his ways, in his truth, crd c-crq d j pi2 vhb pn22 d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi np1, av vvg n1 av-j p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 91 Image 183
935 and ordinances than he hath done? nay, are not many vexed, and think to cast off al with an apprehension of novelty? new things that we have, and ordinances than he hath done? nay, Are not many vexed, and think to cast off all with an apprehension of novelty? new things that we have, cc n2 cs pns31 vhz vdn? uh-x, vbr xx d vvn, cc vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? j n2 cst pns12 vhb, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 91 Image 183
936 and so upon that vex and fret, and wish that things were as they were formerly of Old? and so upon that vex and fret, and wish that things were as they were formerly of Old? cc av p-acp cst vvi cc vvi, cc vvb d n2 vbdr c-acp pns32 vbdr av-j pp-f j? (195) doctrine (DIV2) 91 Image 183
937 4. How many have we that are ancient, that are spiritual and heavenly, that can say with Paul, Now I have finished my course, and have fought the sight of faith, 4. How many have we that Are ancient, that Are spiritual and heavenly, that can say with Paul, Now I have finished my course, and have fought the sighed of faith, crd c-crq d vhb pns12 d vbr j, cst vbr j cc j, cst vmb vvi p-acp np1, av pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, cc vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
938 and henceforth is laid up for me a Crown of Glory, Come Lord Jesus, come quickly. and henceforth is laid up for me a Crown of Glory, Come Lord jesus, come quickly. cc av vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb n1 np1, vvb av-j. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
939 Certainly if old age be found in the way of sin, it is as dishonorable as it is glorious when it is found in the waies of righteousness 95 Isaiah 20. a sinner a hundred years old shalbe accursed (saith God) a siner a hundred years old; we read in Exe. 8.12. Certainly if old age be found in the Way of since, it is as dishonourable as it is glorious when it is found in the ways of righteousness 95 Isaiah 20. a sinner a hundred Years old shall accursed (Says God) a Synner a hundred Years old; we read in Exe. 8.12. av-j cs j n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp pn31 vbz j c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 crd np1 crd dt n1 dt crd n2 j vmb vvn (vvz np1) dt jc dt crd n2 j; pns12 vvb p-acp np1. crd. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
940 When God would shew the superstitious idolatry of his people there, he brought Ezekiel and shewed him what the ancients of Israel did. When God would show the superstitious idolatry of his people there, he brought Ezekielem and showed him what the ancients of Israel did. c-crq np1 vmd vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 a-acp, pns31 vvd np1 cc vvd pno31 r-crq dt n2-j pp-f np1 vdd. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
941 O! it is a sore and heavy thing when as the ancients of Israel shal any waies countenance the waies of superstition and Idolatry; OH! it is a soar and heavy thing when as the ancients of Israel shall any ways countenance the ways of Superstition and Idolatry; uh pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1 c-crq c-acp dt n2-j pp-f np1 vmb d n2 vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
942 and therefore in 9 Ezek. 6. when God would come against his people in the waies of his Iudgments, and Therefore in 9 Ezekiel 6. when God would come against his people in the ways of his Judgments, cc av p-acp crd np1 crd c-crq np1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
943 then God had the destroying Angel begin at those that were old, first, and strike them first; then God had the destroying Angel begin At those that were old, First, and strike them First; cs np1 vhd dt vvg n1 vvi p-acp d cst vbdr j, ord, cc vvi pno32 ord; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
944 I, it is a blessed thing when the Hoary head is found in the waies of righteousness, I, it is a blessed thing when the Hoary head is found in the ways of righteousness, pns11, pn31 vbz dt j-vvn n1 c-crq dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
945 but when we have white hairs and black consciences, that is a grievous thing; but when we have white hairs and black Consciences, that is a grievous thing; cc-acp c-crq pns12 vhb j-jn n2 cc j-jn n2, cst vbz dt j n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
946 Instead of being old in the waies of righteousness, to be old in adulteries, in Ezek. 23.43. it is said there, she was old in adultry, that is an aggravation of her sin, that shee was old in adultery: Instead of being old in the ways of righteousness, to be old in adulteries, in Ezekiel 23.43. it is said there, she was old in adultery, that is an aggravation of her since, that she was old in adultery: av pp-f vbg j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp n2, p-acp np1 crd. pn31 vbz vvn a-acp, pns31 vbds j p-acp n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vbds j p-acp n1: (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
947 yea, to have the wantonness of their youth, that be now come to their old age, to have their old age be a sinke to the diseases of their youth. yea, to have the wantonness of their youth, that be now come to their old age, to have their old age be a sink to the diseases of their youth. uh, pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cst vbb av vvn p-acp po32 j n1, pc-acp vhi po32 j n1 vbb dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
948 Those that are old in sin, they shal have old wrath heaped up for them, Ezek. 25.15. it is an agravation of wrath, that it is said to be old wrath, there is old wrath as wel as old sins; Those that Are old in since, they shall have old wrath heaped up for them, Ezekiel 25.15. it is an aggravation of wrath, that it is said to be old wrath, there is old wrath as well as old Sins; d cst vbr j p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vhi j n1 vvn a-acp p-acp pno32, np1 crd. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j n1, a-acp vbz j n1 c-acp av c-acp j n2; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
949 An old enemy of God is a most dreadful thing, for him and his forefathers to have bin old enemies to God, an old earthy muckworme; an old enemy of God is a most dreadful thing, for him and his Forefathers to have been old enemies to God, an old earthy muckworm; dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt av-ds j n1, p-acp pno31 cc po31 n2 pc-acp vhi vbn j n2 p-acp np1, dt j j n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
950 to be old and yet ignorant and superstitious, to be an example to draw others to that that is evil, through the venerableness of their age, this is a sore and a very grievous, and an evil thing; to be old and yet ignorant and superstitious, to be an Exampl to draw Others to that that is evil, through the venerableness of their age, this is a soar and a very grievous, and an evil thing; pc-acp vbi j cc av j cc j, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp d cst vbz j-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, d vbz dt j cc dt j j, cc dt j-jn n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
951 the Lord speak to the hearts of those that are so, because they have so little time to make provision for their souls, to make up their peace with God, the Lord speak to the hearts of those that Are so, Because they have so little time to make provision for their Souls, to make up their peace with God, dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vbr av, c-acp pns32 vhb av j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
952 and it is hard for them to do it; and it is hard for them to do it; cc pn31 vbz j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vdi pn31; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
953 they that have bin in captivity seventy years, as we read of the children of Isarael, that they had bin in captivity seventy years together: they that have been in captivity seventy Years, as we read of the children of Israel, that they had been in captivity seventy Years together: pns32 cst vhb vbn p-acp n1 crd n2, c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vhd vbn p-acp n1 crd n2 av: (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
954 and so there are many men and women, that have bin in captivity under satan for these seventy years, perhaps for eighty years together, O! how hard is it to work upon them? as if a candle lay a longe time in the wet, it is hard to light that candel: and so there Are many men and women, that have been in captivity under satan for these seventy Years, perhaps for eighty Years together, OH! how hard is it to work upon them? as if a candle lay a long time in the wet, it is hard to Light that candle: cc av a-acp vbr d n2 cc n2, cst vhb vbn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d crd n2, av p-acp crd n2 av, uh c-crq av-j vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32? c-acp cs dt n1 vvd dt av-j n1 p-acp dt j, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1: (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
955 it is as hard to worke the work of Grace upon any, that have layne soaking a long time in their corruptions, I wil not say it is impossible, it is as hard to work the work of Grace upon any, that have lain soaking a long time in their corruptions, I will not say it is impossible, pn31 vbz a-acp j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, cst vhb vvn vvg dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns11 vmb xx vvi pn31 vbz j, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
956 but give me an example of one man, that hath bin converted when he was old, only one seemeth to have fom probability of it, but give me an Exampl of one man, that hath been converted when he was old, only one seems to have From probability of it, cc-acp vvb pno11 dt n1 pp-f crd n1, cst vhz vbn vvn c-crq pns31 vbds j, av-j pi vvz pc-acp vhi n1 n1 pp-f pn31, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
957 and that was Manasseh, but (except that) I know no example of any, not that it is impossible, only this I speak to cause those that yet have not made up their peace with God, and that was Manasses, but (except that) I know no Exampl of any, not that it is impossible, only this I speak to cause those that yet have not made up their peace with God, cc cst vbds np1, p-acp (c-acp d) pns11 vvb dx n1 pp-f d, xx cst pn31 vbz j, av-j d pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi d cst av vhb xx vvn a-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
958 and yet they have one foot in the grave, to look about them while there is time, it is possible, and yet they have one foot in the grave, to look about them while there is time, it is possible, cc av pns32 vhb crd n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cs pc-acp vbz n1, pn31 vbz j, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
959 but we must make account of it as a mighty great thing. but we must make account of it as a mighty great thing. cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j j n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
960 God must magnifie his free grace towards you, for how shal God have his ende in working upon you? what service shal God have from you, God must magnify his free grace towards you, for how shall God have his end in working upon you? what service shall God have from you, np1 vmb vvi po31 j n1 p-acp pn22, c-acp q-crq vmb np1 vhi po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp pn22? q-crq n1 vmb np1 vhb p-acp pn22, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
961 when you have given away your former time in the waies of sin? the Lord speak to your consciences, when you have given away your former time in the ways of since? the Lord speak to your Consciences, c-crq pn22 vhb vvn av po22 j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1? dt n1 vvb p-acp po22 n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
962 and humble them before him at this day, for their condition is sad, and it is a most dreadful object. and humble them before him At this day, for their condition is sad, and it is a most dreadful Object. cc vvi pno32 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1, p-acp po32 n1 vbz j, cc pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
963 As it is a most glorious object to behold one righteous in his old age, As it is a most glorious Object to behold one righteous in his old age, p-acp pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi crd j p-acp po31 j n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
964 so it is a dreadful object to se an old drunkard, an old swearer, an old prophane man is a most dreadful and fearful object to behold, so it is a dreadful Object to see an old drunkard, an old swearer, an old profane man is a most dreadful and fearful Object to behold, av pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, dt j n1, dt j j n1 vbz dt av-ds j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
965 but we hope that the Lord hath some objects among us, that cal for much reverence and respect, but we hope that the Lord hath Some objects among us, that call for much Reverence and respect, cc-acp pns12 vvb cst dt n1 vhz d n2 p-acp pno12, cst vvb p-acp d n1 cc n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
966 and to them I desire rather to speake. ƲSE, 2 By way of incouragement, and by way of exhortation, much peace and comfort is due unto such, the Lord and saints look upon them as honorable. and to them I desire rather to speak. ƲSE, 2 By Way of encouragement, and by Way of exhortation, much peace and Comfort is due unto such, the Lord and Saints look upon them as honourable. cc p-acp pno32 pns11 vvb av-c pc-acp vvi. n1, crd p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1, d n1 cc n1 vbz j-jn p-acp d, dt n1 cc n2 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp j. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Image 183
967 Thou art a Father in Israel, and God remembers al that thou hast done for him these for•y, these sixty years. Thou art a Father in Israel, and God remembers all that thou hast done for him these for•y, these sixty Years. pns21 vb2r dt n1 p-acp np1, cc np1 vvz d cst pns21 vh2 vdn p-acp pno31 d n1, d crd n2. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
968 I remember Luther saith, That one gracious action is more excellent than heaven and earth, Millies quam caelum et terra (saith he) one gracious action; I Remember Luther Says, That one gracious actium is more excellent than heaven and earth, Thousands quam caelum et terra (Says he) one gracious actium; pns11 vvb np1 vvz, cst crd j n1 vbz av-dc j cs n1 cc n1, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la (vvz pns31) crd j n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
969 and there is a truth in it, there is no gracious action but hath more excellency in it, and there is a truth in it, there is no gracious actium but hath more excellency in it, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vbz dx j n1 cc-acp vhz dc n1 p-acp pn31, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
970 than the frame of heaven and earth. than the frame of heaven and earth. cs dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
971 Then those that have continued long in the waies of God, and have grown Old in them, Oh! how excellent are they that have performed so many gracious actions, Then those that have continued long in the ways of God, and have grown Old in them, Oh! how excellent Are they that have performed so many gracious actions, cs d cst vhb vvn av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vhb vvn j p-acp pno32, uh q-crq j vbr pns32 cst vhb vvn av d j n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
972 and al are treasured up with the Lord; and all Are treasured up with the Lord; cc d vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
973 know the Lord hath Old mercies for thee, who hast been an Old disciple, and he wil not forsake thee when thou art Old. Psal. 71.9. Cast me not off in the time of Old age, forsake me not when my strength faileth. know the Lord hath Old Mercies for thee, who hast been an Old disciple, and he will not forsake thee when thou art Old. Psalm 71.9. Cast me not off in the time of Old age, forsake me not when my strength Faileth. vvb dt n1 vhz j n2 p-acp pno21, q-crq vh2 vbn dt j n1, cc pns31 vmb xx vvi pno21 c-crq pns21 vb2r np1 np1 crd. vvb pno11 xx p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, vvb pno11 xx c-crq po11 n1 vvz. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
974 And in verse. 18. now also when I am Old and gray headed, Oh God! forsake me not. And in verse. 18. now also when I am Old and grey headed, O God! forsake me not. cc p-acp n1. crd av av c-crq pns11 vbm j cc j-jn j-vvn, uh np1 vvb pno11 xx. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
975 If thy conscience tells thee, tha• •hou hast indeavored to serve God from thy youth, to do good in the place God hath set thee in, thou mayest now go with comfort unto God; Oh Lord! If thy conscience tells thee, tha• •hou haste endeavoured to serve God from thy youth, to do good in the place God hath Set thee in, thou Mayest now go with Comfort unto God; O Lord! cs po21 n1 vvz pno21, n1 vv2 n1 vvn pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vdi j p-acp dt n1 np1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp, pns21 vm2 av vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1; uh n1! (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
976 now forsake me not whe• am Old, leave me not when I am Old. Now thou •ast the blessings of the people of God upon thee, now forsake me not whe• am Old, leave me not when I am Old. Now thou •ast the blessings of the people of God upon thee, av vvb pno11 xx n1 vbm j, vvb pno11 xx c-crq pns11 vbm np1 av pns21 vh2 dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno21, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
977 and whensoever thou goest out of the world, Oh! the sweet savor that thou wilt leave behind thee, thou art a glory and honor to all thy children, and whensoever thou goest out of the world, Oh! the sweet savour that thou wilt leave behind thee, thou art a glory and honour to all thy children, cc c-crq pns21 vv2 av pp-f dt n1, uh dt j n1 cst pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp pno21, pns21 vb2r dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d po21 n2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
978 and shalt be after thou art dead and gone in Proverbs, 17.6. Childrens children are the crown of Old men, and the Glory of children are their fathers. and shalt be After thou art dead and gone in Proverbs, 17.6. Children's children Are the crown of Old men, and the Glory of children Are their Father's. cc vm2 vbi c-acp pns21 vb2r j cc vvn p-acp n2, crd. ng2 n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 vbr po32 n2. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
979 [ The glory of children are their Fahers ] I, when their Fathers are gracious and Godly, [ The glory of children Are their Fahers ] I, when their Father's Are gracious and Godly, [ dt n1 pp-f n2 vbr po32 n2 ] pns11, c-crq po32 n2 vbr j cc j, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
980 then ••ey are the glory of their children. then ••ey Are the glory of their children. cs n1 vbr dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
981 As now? what an honor is it, that a child came of such an one? Oh! this young man he had a very gracious Father, As now? what an honour is it, that a child Come of such an one? Oh! this young man he had a very gracious Father, p-acp av? q-crq dt n1 vbz pn31, cst dt n1 vvd pp-f d dt pi? uh d j n1 pns31 vhd dt av j n1, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
982 an ancient grave Citizen, he did worthily in his time, he did God a great deal of service, he was a man of excellent guifts in the place where God had set him, an ancient grave Citizen, he did worthily in his time, he did God a great deal of service, he was a man of excellent Gifts in the place where God had Set him, dt j j n1, pns31 vdd av-j p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vdd np1 dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
983 surely there is a blessing for this child that had such a Father; surely there is a blessing for this child that had such a Father; av-j a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1 cst vhd d dt n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
984 why? The very mention of thee that art Old, is an honor to thy child after thee; why? The very mention of thee that art Old, is an honour to thy child After thee; q-crq? dt j n1 pp-f pno21 d n1 j, vbz dt n1 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp pno21; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
985 wherefore, seeing God hath put a crown upon thee, labor stil to brighten this crown more and more, to make it more glorious before thou diest, Wherefore, seeing God hath put a crown upon thee, labour still to brighten this crown more and more, to make it more glorious before thou Dies, c-crq, vvg np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno21, n1 av pc-acp vvi d n1 av-dc cc av-dc, pc-acp vvi pn31 av-dc j c-acp pns21 vv2, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
986 and that is the business I have to do, (and then I shal wind up all) to shew to you what Old men should do to make their crown more glorious, and that is the business I have to do, (and then I shall wind up all) to show to you what Old men should do to make their crown more glorious, cc d vbz dt n1 pns11 vhb pc-acp vdi, (cc av pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d) pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 r-crq j n2 vmd vdi pc-acp vvi po32 n1 av-dc j, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
987 how they should exercise the work of righteousness so, as indeed to be glorious when they live, how they should exercise the work of righteousness so, as indeed to be glorious when they live, c-crq pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 av, c-acp av pc-acp vbi j c-crq pns32 vvb, (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
988 and when they die, and so, eternally afterwards. The first is this. 1. Bewail the sins of thy youth; and when they die, and so, eternally afterwards. The First is this. 1. Bewail the Sins of thy youth; cc c-crq pns32 vvb, cc av, av-j av. dt ord vbz d. crd vvi dt n2 pp-f po21 n1; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Image 183
989 that is one worke that is a very suitable work for Old men, wherein their righteousness should run; that is one work that is a very suitable work for Old men, wherein their righteousness should run; d vbz crd n1 cst vbz dt av j n1 p-acp j n2, c-crq po32 n1 vmd vvi; (195) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Image 183
63 That cometh hence, because of the fulness of mercy that is in God, there is such an infinite Ocean, That comes hence, Because of the fullness of mercy that is in God, there is such an infinite Ocean, cst vvz av, c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp np1, pc-acp vbz d dt j n1, (173) reason (DIV2) 5 Image 160
64 and stream, and treasure of Mercy in the Lord, that hence it is that when it cometh and beginneth to run unto the Saints, to the people of God, that the beginnings of it are but preparations, to let out more; and stream, and treasure of Mercy in the Lord, that hence it is that when it comes and begins to run unto the Saints, to the people of God, that the beginnings of it Are but preparations, to let out more; cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cst av pn31 vbz d c-crq pn31 vvz cc vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbr p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi av av-dc; (173) reason (DIV2) 5 Image 160
65 the Scripture saith that God doth delight in mercy, in Micah 7.18. now that that a man delighteth in, if he once begin, that that he doth is but to draw on more; the Scripture Says that God does delight in mercy, in micah 7.18. now that that a man delights in, if he once begin, that that he does is but to draw on more; dt n1 vvz cst np1 vdz vvi p-acp n1, p-acp np1 crd. av cst d dt n1 vvz p-acp, cs pns31 a-acp vvi, d cst pns31 vdz vbz cc-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp av-dc; (173) reason (DIV2) 5 Image 160
66 Gods Mercies are called his Riches, God is rich in Mercy; God's mercies Are called his Riches, God is rich in Mercy; npg1 n2 vbr vvn po31 n2, np1 vbz j p-acp n1; (173) reason (DIV2) 5 Image 160
67 the Wisdome of God, the Power of God, and the Justice of God are not called Gods Riches, they are called his Glory, I wil make my Glory to passe by, and God proclaims his Mercy; the Wisdom of God, the Power of God, and the justice of God Are not called God's Riches, they Are called his Glory, I will make my Glory to pass by, and God proclaims his Mercy; dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr xx vvn npg1 n2, pns32 vbr vvn po31 n1, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc np1 vvz po31 n1; (173) reason (DIV2) 5 Image 160
69 when he beginneth once to let them out, these beginnings are Testimonies of a Fountain that is to be communicated. when he begins once to let them out, these beginnings Are Testimonies of a Fountain that is to be communicated. c-crq pns31 vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 av, d n2 vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. (173) reason (DIV2) 5 Image 160
68 now then because the Mercies of God are his delight, his Riches, his Glory, when he hath fit subjects to let out these upon, now then Because the mercies of God Are his delight, his Riches, his Glory, when he hath fit subject's to let out these upon, av av c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr po31 n1, po31 n2, po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vhz j n2-jn pc-acp vvi av d p-acp, (173) reason (DIV2) 5 Image 160
62 Reason. 1. Reason. 1. n1. crd (173) reason (DIV2) 4 Image 160
76 but when it comerh out of intire Love, the infinite Love of God, it stoppeth not. but when it comerh out of entire Love, the infinite Love of God, it stoppeth not. cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvz av pp-f j n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vvz xx. (174) reason (DIV2) 6 Image 160
75 Indeed when Gods goodness cometh out of general bounty, then it is in another manner, it stops soon, Indeed when God's Goodness comes out of general bounty, then it is in Another manner, it stops soon, av c-crq npg1 n1 vvz av pp-f j n1, av pn31 vbz p-acp j-jn n1, pn31 vvz av, (174) reason (DIV2) 6 Image 160
74 and therefore one Fruit of goodness is but a drawing on of another; and Therefore one Fruit of Goodness is but a drawing on of Another; cc av crd n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f j-jn; (174) reason (DIV2) 6 Image 160
73 Now al the goodnesse that God shews to his people, it cometh out of Love, out of infinite Love, Now all the Goodness that God shows to his people, it comes out of Love, out of infinite Love, av d dt n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vvz av pp-f n1, av pp-f j n1, (174) reason (DIV2) 6 Image 160
72 if Love begin to be shewn, that that cometh out of Love w•l have no bounds; if Love begin to be shown, that that comes out of Love w•l have no bounds; cs n1 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, cst d vvz av pp-f n1 vmb vhi dx n2; (174) reason (DIV2) 6 Image 160
71 Al Gods Mercies to his people they come out of love, Amor nescit nimium; Love knows not too much, it knows not any such expression as too much, there is nothing too much for Love, Love it must not be limited, All God's mercies to his people they come out of love, Amor nescit Nimium; Love knows not too much, it knows not any such expression as too much, there is nothing too much for Love, Love it must not be limited, d ng1 n2 p-acp po31 n1 pns32 vvb av pp-f n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la; n1 vvz xx av av-d, pn31 vvz xx d d n1 c-acp av av-d, pc-acp vbz pix av av-d p-acp n1, vvb pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn, (174) reason (DIV2) 6 Image 160
70 Reason. 2. Reason. 2. n1. crd (174) reason (DIV2) 5 Image 160
77 But Thirdly, There is another Argument that added to these two maketh it strong indeed, and that is. But Thirdly, There is Another Argument that added to these two makes it strong indeed, and that is. p-acp ord, pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 cst vvd p-acp d crd vvz pn31 j av, cc d vbz. (174) reason (DIV2) 6 Image 160
89 but he hath made a covenant with them never to cut off his loving kindness from them and upon this covenant though there he many weaknesses and, many distempers in them frailties and infirmities, but he hath made a Covenant with them never to Cut off his loving kindness from them and upon this Covenant though there he many Weaknesses and, many distempers in them frailties and infirmities, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno32 av pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32 cc p-acp d n1 cs a-acp pns31 d n2 cc, d n2 p-acp pno32 n2 cc n2, (175) reason (DIV2) 7 Image 160
88 but the saints of God are in such a blessed condition, as God doth not only shew them mercy for the present, but the Saints of God Are in such a blessed condition, as God does not only show them mercy for the present, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr p-acp d dt j-vvn n1, c-acp np1 vdz xx av-j vvi pno32 n1 p-acp dt j, (175) reason (DIV2) 7 Image 160
87 you may have abundance of favours this day, but you may have them eternally cut off from you, you may have abundance of favours this day, but you may have them eternally Cut off from you, pn22 vmb vhi n1 pp-f n2 d n1, cc-acp pn22 vmb vhi pno32 av-j vvn a-acp p-acp pn22, (175) reason (DIV2) 7 Image 160
86 yet he hath not made a covenant that he wil never cut off his mercy from them; yet he hath not made a Covenant that he will never Cut off his mercy from them; av pns31 vhz xx vvn dt n1 cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32; (175) reason (DIV2) 7 Image 160
85 he hath made no such covenant with the wicked, no, God may shew them some favour for the present, he hath made no such Covenant with the wicked, no, God may show them Some favour for the present, pns31 vhz vvn dx d n1 p-acp dt j, uh-dx, np1 vmb vvi pno32 d n1 p-acp dt j, (175) reason (DIV2) 7 Image 160
84 such a covenant hath God made with al his people, that he wil never cut off his loving kindness from them; such a Covenant hath God made with all his people, that he will never Cut off his loving kindness from them; d dt n1 vhz np1 vvn p-acp d po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi a-acp po31 j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32; (175) reason (DIV2) 7 Image 160
78 Reason. 3. That the goodness of God unto his peopel is a fruit of the covenant; Reason. 3. That the Goodness of God unto his people is a fruit of the Covenant; n1. crd cst dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (175) reason (DIV2) 6 Image 160
79 it cometh not only out of love, but it cometh unto them as the fruit of an everlasting covenant that God hath made with them, a sure covenant; it comes not only out of love, but it comes unto them as the fruit of an everlasting Covenant that God hath made with them, a sure Covenant; pn31 vvz xx av-j av pp-f n1, cc-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32, dt j n1; (175) reason (DIV2) 7 Image 160
80 now in the covenant of grace that God hath made with his people, there is a connection of al mercies a concatination of al the goodness of God there, the treasure of mercy is in the covenant, now in the Covenant of grace that God hath made with his people, there is a connection of all Mercies a concatenation of all the Goodness of God there, the treasure of mercy is in the Covenant, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2 dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, (175) reason (DIV2) 7 Image 160
81 and an exceeding strength of mercy in the covenant, to bear down al hindrances and oppositions, there mercy is tied unto them by truth, and an exceeding strength of mercy in the Covenant, to bear down all hindrances and oppositions, there mercy is tied unto them by truth, cc dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2 cc n2, a-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, (175) reason (DIV2) 7 Image 160
82 and as we read of the covenant between Jonathan and david, in 1 Sam, 20, 15. That David made a covenant with Johnathan, that he would never cut off his loving kindness from him, and as we read of the Covenant between Johnathan and David, in 1 Sam, 20, 15. That David made a Covenant with Johnathan, that he would never Cut off his loving kindness from him, cc c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 cc fw-la, p-acp crd np1, crd, crd cst np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd av-x vvi a-acp po31 j-vvg n1 p-acp pno31, (175) reason (DIV2) 7 Image 160
83 nor from his house after him; nor from his house After him; ccx p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31; (175) reason (DIV2) 7 Image 160
90 yet God wil never cut off his loving kindness from them; yet God will never Cut off his loving kindness from them; av np1 vmb av-x vvi a-acp po31 j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32; (175) reason (DIV2) 7 Image 160
119 and runs out of sight, and comes up again, that is very observable and may concerne our present occasion, and runs out of sighed, and comes up again, that is very observable and may concern our present occasion, cc vvz av pp-f n1, cc vvz a-acp av, cst vbz av j cc vmb vvi po12 j n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
120 for our instruction in Gods dealing with his peopel, in bringing of them out off captivity, for our instruction in God's dealing with his people, in bringing of them out off captivity, p-acp po12 n1 p-acp npg1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg pp-f pno32 av p-acp n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
121 and repairing the wal and the Temple, God had made many glorious promises to his people, what he would do for them, in returning them from captivity, and repairing the wall and the Temple, God had made many glorious promises to his people, what he would do for them, in returning them from captivity, cc vvg dt n1 cc dt n1, np1 vhd vvn d j n2 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vmd vdi p-acp pno32, p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
122 and building of their city again, wel, after the seventy yeares came, God did begin to worke wonderfully gloriously for them, and building of their City again, well, After the seventy Years Come, God did begin to work wonderfully gloriously for them, cc vvg pp-f po32 n1 av, av, p-acp dt crd n2 vvd, np1 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi av-j av-j p-acp pno32, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
123 but if you observe a little and read the story you may finde that between their begining to returne from the captivity and the finishing of Gods mercy in building the Temple and the wal, they were as long a time as they were in their captivity, That was seventy years, they were seaenty years in captivity, but if you observe a little and read the story you may find that between their beginning to return from the captivity and the finishing of God's mercy in building the Temple and the wall, they were as long a time as they were in their captivity, That was seventy Years, they were seaenty Years in captivity, cc-acp cs pn22 vvb dt j cc vvb dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi cst p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc dt j-vvg pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 cc dt n1, pns32 vbdr a-acp j dt n1 c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp po32 n1, cst vbds crd n2, pns32 vbdr n1 n2 p-acp n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
124 and from the beginning of the worke of their restoring to the end of it, they were seventy years more, and from the beginning of the work of their restoring to the end of it, they were seventy Years more, cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns32 vbdr crd n2 av-dc, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
125 but stil the goodness of God ran along, there was an eye of mercy and goodness upon them, but still the Goodness of God ran along, there was an eye of mercy and Goodness upon them, cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd a-acp, pc-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
126 though it seemed to cease for the present, yet it caried it through at the last. though it seemed to cease for the present, yet it carried it through At the last. cs pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j, av pn31 vvd pn31 a-acp p-acp dt ord. (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
127 It may much concerne us now we are ready to be discontented and troubled, when God is in a way of reformation, It may much concern us now we Are ready to be discontented and troubled, when God is in a Way of Reformation, pn31 vmb d vvi pno12 av pns12 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, c-crq np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
128 because we have not al presently, al is not come now just when we would have it we are ready to complain, O! How long hath the parliament bin set and litle hath bin done, Because we have not all presently, all is not come now just when we would have it we Are ready to complain, OH! How long hath the parliament been Set and little hath been done, c-acp pns12 vhb xx d av-j, d vbz xx vvn av j c-crq pns12 vmd vhi pn31 pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi, uh c-crq av-j vhz dt n1 vbn vvn cc av-j vhz vbn vdn, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
129 why? it was Gods way with his own people, though they had such particular promises of that glorious deliverance, why? it was God's Way with his own people, though they had such particular promises of that glorious deliverance, q-crq? pn31 vbds npg1 n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cs pns32 vhd d j n2 pp-f d j n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
130 yet it was seventy years before it was fully accomplished, and if God be but in a way of mercy towards us, yet it was seventy Years before it was Fully accomplished, and if God be but in a Way of mercy towards us, av pn31 vbds crd n2 p-acp pn31 vbds av-j vvn, cc cs np1 vbb cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
131 but a going on, you have but a little now now and a litle another time, but a going on, you have but a little now now and a little Another time, cc-acp dt vvg a-acp, pn22 vhb p-acp dt j av av cc dt j j-jn n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
132 yet we are not to repine at this, for stil mercy is going on, though there may be interruption for the present. But further. yet we Are not to repine At this, for still mercy is going on, though there may be interruption for the present. But further. av pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d, c-acp av n1 vbz vvg a-acp, cs pc-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt j. p-acp jc. (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
133 2. Many times we thinke there is an interruption, when indeed there is none at al, 2. Many times we think there is an interruption, when indeed there is none At all, crd av-d n2 pns12 vvb pc-acp vbz dt n1, c-crq av a-acp vbz pix p-acp d, (176) reason (DIV2) 12 Image 160
134 but our mistake, if we did but understand things, we should see a most beautiful concatination of mercyes and connection of mercies there is no interruption; yea further. but our mistake, if we did but understand things, we should see a most beautiful concatenation of Mercies and connection of Mercies there is no interruption; yea further. cc-acp po12 n1, cs pns12 vdd p-acp vvi n2, pns12 vmd vvi dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n2 cc n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbz dx n1; uh av-j. (176) reason (DIV2) 12 Image 160
135 3. The very interruption that we think there is, may be one of our greatest mercies; 3. The very interruption that we think there is, may be one of our greatest Mercies; crd dt j n1 cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vbz, vmb vbi crd pp-f po12 js n2; (176) reason (DIV2) 13 Image 160
136 Gods ceasing in comunicating one kind of mercy, may be but a preperation for another kind of mercy, God's ceasing in Communicating one kind of mercy, may be but a preperation for Another kind of mercy, n2 vvg p-acp vvg crd n1 pp-f n1, vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 13 Image 160
137 for a greater mercy, and therefore we are not to be discouraged. for a greater mercy, and Therefore we Are not to be discouraged. p-acp dt jc n1, cc av pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (176) reason (DIV2) 13 Image 160
138 4. We are to consider, that though this be the goodness of God to his people, 4. We Are to Consider, that though this be the Goodness of God to his people, crd pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, cst cs d vbb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
139 yet he doth expect that his people should go on with him in the way of his goodness, should close with him in the way of his mercy, yet he does expect that his people should go on with him in the Way of his Goodness, should close with him in the Way of his mercy, av pns31 vdz vvi cst po31 n1 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
140 or otherwise there may be a great interruption for the present, in Hosea. 7.1. or otherwise there may be a great interruption for the present, in Hosea. 7.1. cc av pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt j, p-acp np1. crd. (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
141 God complaineth thereof his people, saith he, when I would have healed Israel, then the iniquity of Ephraim was discovered, when I would have healed them, God many times is in a way just of healing his people, God Complaineth thereof his people, Says he, when I would have healed Israel, then the iniquity of Ephraim was discovered, when I would have healed them, God many times is in a Way just of healing his people, np1 vvz av po31 n1, vvz pns31, c-crq pns11 vmd vhi vvn np1, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn, c-crq pns11 vmd vhi vvn pno32, np1 d n2 vbz p-acp dt n1 j pp-f vvg po31 n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
142 and when he would have healed them when he is in a way of mercy, and when he would have healed them when he is in a Way of mercy, cc c-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
143 and he expects that they should follow him in this way of Mercy, why, then their iniquity is discovered, and he expects that they should follow him in this Way of Mercy, why, then their iniquity is discovered, cc pns31 vvz cst pns32 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, uh-crq, cs po32 n1 vbz vvn, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
144 and then they break out into notorious iniquities, and sins, and they come and make a stop, and then they break out into notorious iniquities, and Sins, and they come and make a stop, cc av pns32 vvb av p-acp j n2, cc n2, cc pns32 vvb cc vvi dt n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
145 and shut the door of mercy against them, so that (I say) as we are to be warned in regard of our publique sins, and shut the door of mercy against them, so that (I say) as we Are to be warned in regard of our public Sins, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, av d (pns11 vvb) c-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f po12 j n2, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
146 now God is in a gratious way of publique mercies, there was never a time wherein we had need of more warning to be watchful, to take heed what we do, that our iniquity may not be discovered, now God is in a gracious Way of public Mercies, there was never a time wherein we had need of more warning to be watchful, to take heed what we do, that our iniquity may not be discovered, av np1 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2, pc-acp vbds av-x dt n1 c-crq pns12 vhd n1 pp-f dc n1 pc-acp vbi j, pc-acp vvi n1 r-crq pns12 vdb, cst po12 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
147 for now God is about to heal us, he is thinking to heal us, Oh! let us now take heed of our lives, for now God is about to heal us, he is thinking to heal us, Oh! let us now take heed of our lives, c-acp av np1 vbz p-acp pc-acp vvi pno12, pns31 vbz vvg pc-acp vvi pno12, uh vvb pno12 av vvi n1 pp-f po12 n2, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
148 and so it should be particularly the care of every soul. and so it should be particularly the care of every soul. cc av pn31 vmd vbi av-j dt n1 pp-f d n1. (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
149 Is God about to heale, is God in a way of mercy to thy family, to thy body, to thy soul at any time? now take heed to thy selfe, that thy iniquity be not discovered, Is God about to heal, is God in a Way of mercy to thy family, to thy body, to thy soul At any time? now take heed to thy self, that thy iniquity be not discovered, vbz np1 a-acp pc-acp vvi, vbz np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po21 n1, p-acp po21 n1, p-acp po21 n1 p-acp d n1? av vvb n1 p-acp po21 n1, cst po21 n1 vbb xx vvn, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
150 for now wil the devil come, and tempt thee to break out in some notorious sin, that he might cut off the way of Gods Grace, that he might shut that door of mercy that God is now opening to thee; in Zacharie 8 15.16. for now will the Devil come, and tempt thee to break out in Some notorious since, that he might Cut off the Way of God's Grace, that he might shut that door of mercy that God is now opening to thee; in Zacharias 8 15.16. c-acp av vmb dt n1 vvb, cc vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi av p-acp d j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi d n1 pp-f n1 cst np1 vbz av vvg p-acp pno21; p-acp np1 crd crd. (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
151 Saith God there, So again have I thought in these daies to do wel unto Jerusalem, Says God there, So again have I Thought in these days to do well unto Jerusalem, vvz np1 a-acp, av av vhb pns11 vvn p-acp d n2 pc-acp vdi av p-acp np1, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
152 and to the house of Judah, feare you not, (mark you what follows) and let none of you imagine evil in your hearts against his neighbour, and to the house of Judah, Fear you not, (mark you what follows) and let none of you imagine evil in your hearts against his neighbour, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pn22 xx, (vvb pn22 r-crq vvz) cc vvb pix pp-f pn22 vvb j-jn p-acp po22 n2 p-acp po31 n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
153 and love no false oathes, for al these things are the things that I hate saith the Lord, mark the expression of God, it doth very nearly concerne us, and love no false Oaths, for all these things Are the things that I hate Says the Lord, mark the expression of God, it does very nearly concern us, cc vvb dx j n2, p-acp d d n2 vbr dt n2 cst pns11 vvb vvz dt n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vdz av av-j vvi pno12, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
154 now we may wel apply that 15. verse unto the condition of England at this time, I thought in these daies to do wel unto this people, now we may well apply that 15. verse unto the condition of England At this time, I Thought in these days to do well unto this people, av pns12 vmb av vvi cst crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vvd p-acp d n2 pc-acp vdi av p-acp d n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
155 and to the house of Judah, but in these things that I should do (saith God) look to your selves, you must not think that when I am going on in a way of mercy, you may do what you list, and to the house of Judah, but in these things that I should do (Says God) look to your selves, you must not think that when I am going on in a Way of mercy, you may do what you list, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp p-acp d n2 cst pns11 vmd vdi (vvz np1) vvb p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vmb xx vvi cst c-crq pns11 vbm vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn22 vmb vdi r-crq pn22 vvb, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
156 but these things I wil do but it is upon this condition, that you follow God on in that way, but these things I will do but it is upon this condition, that you follow God on in that Way, cc-acp d n2 pns11 vmb vdi cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d n1, cst pn22 vvb np1 a-acp p-acp d n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
157 if God doth open a door to us, if we would not have it shut, he expects that we should come and enter in at that door, that is, close with him in that way of mercy he is doing; if God does open a door to us, if we would not have it shut, he expects that we should come and enter in At that door, that is, close with him in that Way of mercy he is doing; cs np1 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vmd xx vhi pn31 vvn, pns31 vvz cst pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp p-acp d n1, cst vbz, av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vbz vdg; (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
158 wel, but then seeing that our sins have made the interruption, and it is not alwaies that Gods present mercies are certain arguments of further mercies. well, but then seeing that our Sins have made the interruption, and it is not always that God's present Mercies Are certain Arguments of further Mercies. uh-av, cc-acp av vvg cst po12 n2 vhb vvn dt n1, cc pn31 vbz xx av d n2 j n2 vbr j n2 pp-f jc n2. (176) reason (DIV2) 14 Image 160
159 How shal we know when we may draw an argument, to assure our selves from that mercy we have now, that there is further mercies intended for us? This you may remember in the beginning of the point, I told you it was a priviledg of Gods saints, How shall we know when we may draw an argument, to assure our selves from that mercy we have now, that there is further Mercies intended for us? This you may Remember in the beginning of the point, I told you it was a privilege of God's Saints, c-crq vmb pns12 vvi c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1 pns12 vhb av, cst pc-acp vbz av-jc n2 vvn p-acp pno12? np1 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, pns11 vvd pn22 pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, (176) reason (DIV2) 15 Image 160
160 and yet every one wil be ready to snatch at it, & to conclude to themselves; and yet every one will be ready to snatch At it, & to conclude to themselves; cc av d pi vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp px32; (176) reason (DIV2) 15 Image 160
161 wel, God is a God ful of mercy and therefore because he beginneth to shew mercy to me, he wil go on, well, God is a God full of mercy and Therefore Because he begins to show mercy to me, he will go on, av, np1 vbz dt n1 j pp-f n1 cc av c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno11, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp, (176) reason (DIV2) 15 Image 160
162 surely I shal find favor, it hath been his way and course to deal thus with his people and therefore seeing he hath delivered me from one evil, he wil deliver me from another. surely I shall find favour, it hath been his Way and course to deal thus with his people and Therefore seeing he hath Delivered me from one evil, he will deliver me from Another. av-j pns11 vmb vvi n1, pn31 vhz vbn po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp po31 n1 cc av vvg pns31 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp crd j-jn, pns31 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp j-jn. (176) reason (DIV2) 15 Image 160
163 (Bretheren) it is the usual way of wicked men to catch at the priviledges of the Saints, (Brethren) it is the usual Way of wicked men to catch At the privileges of the Saints, (n2) pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
164 as if they were their own, we have a notable example for this in the prophesie of Jeremiah, that is worthy of our observation, in Jer. 21.2. as if they were their own, we have a notable Exampl for this in the prophesy of Jeremiah, that is worthy of our observation, in Jer. 21.2. c-acp cs pns32 vbdr po32 d, pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp d p-acp dt vvb pp-f np1, cst vbz j pp-f po12 n1, p-acp np1 crd. (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
165 It is an example there of Zedekiah, Zedekiah was a wicked man, and yet he flattered himself in this, It is an Exampl there of Zedekiah, Zedekiah was a wicked man, and yet he flattered himself in this, pn31 vbz dt n1 a-acp pp-f np1, np1 vbds dt j n1, cc av pns31 vvd px31 p-acp d, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
166 and promised to himself, that what priviledges the people of God had in former times, he must needs have the like, mark what he saith now; and promised to himself, that what privileges the people of God had in former times, he must needs have the like, mark what he Says now; cc vvd p-acp px31, cst r-crq n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd p-acp j n2, pns31 vmb av vhi dt j, vvb r-crq pns31 vvz av; (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
167 Inquire I pray thee of the Lord for us, Nebuchad-nezar King of Babilon, maketh war against us, Inquire I pray thee of the Lord for us, Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon, makes war against us, vvb pns11 vvb pno21 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno12, j n1 pp-f np1, vv2 n1 p-acp pno12, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
168 if so be the Lord wil deal with us according to al his wonderous works that he may go up from us, Mark (saith Zedekiah to Jeremiah ) Oh! inquire, Oh! let us know the mind of God, if so be the Lord will deal with us according to all his wondrous works that he may go up from us, Mark (Says Zedekiah to Jeremiah) Oh! inquire, Oh! let us know the mind of God, cs av vbi dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 vvg p-acp d po31 j n2 cst pns31 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno12, vvb (vvz np1 p-acp np1) uh vvb, uh vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
169 whether he wil deal with us according to al his wonderous works; whither he will deal with us according to all his wondrous works; cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 vvg p-acp d po31 j n2; (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
170 God had dealt with his people according to his worderful works had dealt wonderfully for his people, God had dealt with his people according to his worderful works had dealt wonderfully for his people, np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1 vvg p-acp po31 j n2 vhd vvn av-j p-acp po31 n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
171 and Zedekiah a wicked man, and the wicked people that were with him, they were ready to flatter themselves with hope, that God would deal with them as he had done with his people heretofore, worderfully, but they were deceived. and Zedekiah a wicked man, and the wicked people that were with him, they were ready to flatter themselves with hope, that God would deal with them as he had done with his people heretofore, worderfully, but they were deceived. cc np1 dt j n1, cc dt j n1 cst vbdr p-acp pno31, pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n1, cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 c-acp pns31 vhd vdn p-acp po31 n1 av, av-j, cc-acp pns32 vbdr vvn. (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
172 And so people when they heare of a priviledg of the Saints, for them to promise to themselves, that they shal have the like from God, that his peopl have (I say) they wil be mistaken, And so people when they hear of a privilege of the Saints, for them to promise to themselves, that they shall have the like from God, that his people have (I say) they will be mistaken, cc av n1 c-crq pns32 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp px32, cst pns32 vmb vhi dt j p-acp np1, cst po31 n1 vhb (pns11 vvb) pns32 vmb vbi vvn, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
173 for the promises that are made in Scripture of Mercy, they are the inheritance of Gods Saints, Isa. 54.17. This is the inheritance of my servants (Saith God.) When God made a promise to his people of Mercy there, I but (saith he) this is the inheritance of my Sarvants, it belongs not to al, it is their inheritance, their portion; for the promises that Are made in Scripture of Mercy, they Are the inheritance of God's Saints, Isaiah 54.17. This is the inheritance of my Servants (Says God.) When God made a promise to his people of Mercy there, I but (Says he) this is the inheritance of my Servants, it belongs not to all, it is their inheritance, their portion; p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, np1 crd. d vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n2 (vvz np1.) c-crq np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 a-acp, pns11 cc-acp (vvz pns31) d vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, pn31 vvz xx p-acp d, pn31 vbz po32 n1, po32 n1; (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
174 what have others to do with the inheritance of Gods people? When a Saint of God looks into the word of God, what have Others to do with the inheritance of God's people? When a Saint of God looks into the word of God, q-crq vhb n2-jn pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1? c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
175 and reads the word, he may see every promise, every expression of Gods goodness, as a part of his inheritance, and reads the word, he may see every promise, every expression of God's Goodness, as a part of his inheritance, cc vvz dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi d n1, d n1 pp-f npg1 n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
176 and take it, it is thy inheritance, though thou inheritest not worldly riches, thou mayest have short or little comings in, and take it, it is thy inheritance, though thou inheritest not worldly riches, thou Mayest have short or little comings in, cc vvb pn31, pn31 vbz po21 n1, cs pns21 vv2 xx j n2, pns21 vm2 vhi j cc j n2-vvg p-acp, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
177 yet know thou art an heir of al the glorious promises that are written in the Book of God, they are thy inheritance. yet know thou art an heir of all the glorious promises that Are written in the Book of God, they Are thy inheritance. av vvb pns21 vb2r dt n1 pp-f d dt j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr po21 n1. (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
178 A wicked man when he reades in the Scripture, he can take no such delight in it: A wicked man when he reads in the Scripture, he can take no such delight in it: dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi dx d n1 p-acp pn31: (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
179 for indeed he may reade many promises, but they are none of his inheritance, they are the inheritance of Gods people. for indeed he may read many promises, but they Are none of his inheritance, they Are the inheritance of God's people. c-acp av pns31 vmb vvi d n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr pix pp-f po31 n1, pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
180 There is a great deal of difference between an heire riding through his Fathers ground, and a strangers riding through it: There is a great deal of difference between an heir riding through his Father's ground, and a Strangers riding through it: pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc dt n2 vvg p-acp pn31: (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
181 just the like difference there is between a carnal man reading the scriptures, & a Saint: just the like difference there is between a carnal man reading the Scriptures, & a Saint: av dt j n1 a-acp vbz p-acp dt j n1 vvg dt n2, cc dt n1: (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
182 An heir rideth through his ground and seeth fruitful fields, and pleasant meadows, and sai•h he, this is my ground, an heir rides through his ground and sees fruitful fields, and pleasant meadows, and sai•h he, this is my ground, dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc vvz j n2, cc j n2, cc av pns31, d vbz po11 n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
183 and a stranger rideth through them and commends them, I, but they belong not to me; and a stranger rides through them and commends them, I, but they belong not to me; cc dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32 cc vvz pno32, pns11, cc-acp pns32 vvb xx p-acp pno11; (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
184 So a Saint reades the scripture, and the expressions of Gods goodness there, and saith they are my inheritance and a carnal heart saith no such matter; So a Saint reads the scripture, and the expressions of God's Goodness there, and Says they Are my inheritance and a carnal heart Says no such matter; av dt n1 vvz dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 a-acp, cc vvz pns32 vbr po11 n1 cc dt j n1 vvz dx d n1; (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
185 and therefore Gods Mercies to his people are inlets to further, if they are not so to thee thou canst not conclude and say, Oh! I was in such a danger, and Therefore God's mercies to his people Are inlets to further, if they Are not so to thee thou Canst not conclude and say, Oh! I was in such a danger, cc av npg1 n2 p-acp po31 n1 vbr n2 p-acp jc, cs pns32 vbr xx av p-acp pno21 pns21 vm2 xx vvi cc vvi, uh pns11 vbds p-acp d dt n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
186 and in such an extremity and God delivered me from that extremity, and therefore if I come into the like he wil deliver me again, no, thou canst not say so. and in such an extremity and God Delivered me from that extremity, and Therefore if I come into the like he will deliver me again, no, thou Canst not say so. cc p-acp d dt n1 cc np1 vvd pno11 p-acp d n1, cc av cs pns11 vvb p-acp dt j pns31 vmb vvi pno11 av, uh-dx, pns21 vm2 xx vvi av. (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
187 It was a notable expression of Hezekiah, Isa. 38. When God there delivered him, from the sickness, It was a notable expression of Hezekiah, Isaiah 38. When God there Delivered him, from the sickness, pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd c-crq np1 a-acp vvn pno31, p-acp dt n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
188 as its thought by Divines it was the Plague, and God delivered him, he concludes, In love to my soul hast thou delivered me from the pit of corruption; as its Thought by Divines it was the Plague, and God Delivered him, he concludes, In love to my soul hast thou Delivered me from the pit of corruption; c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n2-jn pn31 vbds dt n1, cc np1 vvd pno31, pns31 vvz, p-acp n1 p-acp po11 n1 vh2 pns21 vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
189 this is an excellent couclusion that a child of God may make, if ever he were delivered from the danger of the Plague; this is an excellent couclusion that a child of God may make, if ever he were Delivered from the danger of the Plague; d vbz dt j n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi, cs av pns31 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
190 in love to my soul (Lord) thou hast delivered me, and I shal go to the house of the Lord, I shal yet have further mercy; in love to my soul (Lord) thou hast Delivered me, and I shall go to the house of the Lord, I shall yet have further mercy; p-acp n1 p-acp po11 n1 (n1) pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb av vhi av-j n1; (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
191 It may be some of you have had the the Plague in your houses, it may be upon your selves, It may be Some of you have had the the Plague in your houses, it may be upon your selves, pn31 vmb vbi d pp-f pn22 vhb vhn av dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp po22 n2, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
192 and God hath delivered you, and you wil take it as an argument that God wil diliver you again, and God hath Delivered you, and you will take it as an argument that God will diliver you again, cc np1 vhz vvn pn22, cc pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 cst np1 vmb vvi pn22 av, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
193 because he delivered you from that: Because he Delivered you from that: c-acp pns31 vvd pn22 p-acp d: (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
194 yea, but unless thou be a Hezekiah, a Gracious man or woman, thou canst not conclude that God hath delivered thee from that pit of corruption, yea, but unless thou be a Hezekiah, a Gracious man or woman, thou Canst not conclude that God hath Delivered thee from that pit of corruption, uh, cc-acp cs pns21 vbb dt np1, dt j n1 cc n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi cst np1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
195 for Gods preservations of wicked men, are many times reservations for greater evils; as I might shew you but that I see that I must hasten. for God's preservations of wicked men, Are many times reservations for greater evils; as I might show you but that I see that I must hasten. p-acp npg1 n2 pp-f j n2, vbr d n2 n2 p-acp jc n2-jn; c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp d pns11 vvb cst pns11 vmb vvi. (176) reason (DIV2) 16 Image 160
196 Wel, but then stil how may we know, when we may draw an argument from Gods present mercies to future. Well, but then still how may we know, when we may draw an argument from God's present Mercies to future. av, cc-acp av av q-crq vmb pns12 vvi, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp npg1 j n2 p-acp j-jn. (176) reason (DIV2) 17 Image 160
91 Reason. 4. Reason. 4. n1. crd (176) reason (DIV2) 7 Image 160
92 Because that the Goodness of God to his people, as it cometh from an eternal fountain, Because that the goodness of God to his people, as it comes from an Eternal fountain, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
93 so it is let out for the accomplishments of eternal ends; so it is let out for the accomplishments of Eternal ends; av pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2; (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
94 Gods intentions in his Goodness to his saints, it is to raise up to himselfe an eternal name of praise and honor in the world, God's intentions in his goodness to his Saints, it is to raise up to himself an Eternal name of praise and honour in the world, npg1 n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp px31 dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
95 and not only here, but in heaven, in the highest heavens eternally, that is Gods scope not only in some mercies, and not only Here, but in heaven, in the highest heavens eternally, that is God's scope not only in Some Mercies, cc xx av-j av, cc-acp p-acp n1, p-acp dt js n2 av-j, cst vbz npg1 n1 xx av-j p-acp d n2, (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
96 but observe it in every mercy that God bestowes upon a saint, upon his children, (I say) every mercy every outward mercy God hath this end in it, to raise up him self a name of eternal praise by it, but observe it in every mercy that God bestows upon a saint, upon his children, (I say) every mercy every outward mercy God hath this end in it, to raise up him self a name of Eternal praise by it, cc-acp vvb pn31 p-acp d n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 n2, (pns11 vvb) d n1 d j n1 np1 vhz d n1 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 n1 dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pn31, (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
97 and therefore despise no mercy though it be never so little, for Gods end in the least mercy thou hast, in every crum of bread thou eatest, it is to raise up himself an eternal name of praise, and Therefore despise no mercy though it be never so little, for God's end in the least mercy thou hast, in every crumb of bred thou Eatest, it is to raise up himself an Eternal name of praise, cc av vvb dx n1 cs pn31 vbb av-x av j, c-acp ng1 n1 p-acp dt ds n1 pns21 vh2, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pns21 vv2, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp px31 dt j n1 pp-f n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
98 even from that mercy, but take the greatest mercy that God bestowes upon the veriest worldling through his general bounty, God hath not such an end in it as he hath in this? God may take notice of them for a while, even from that mercy, but take the greatest mercy that God bestows upon the veriest worldling through his general bounty, God hath not such an end in it as he hath in this? God may take notice of them for a while, av p-acp d n1, cc-acp vvb dt js n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp dt js n1 p-acp po31 j n1, np1 vhz xx d dt n1 p-acp pn31 c-acp pns31 vhz p-acp d? np1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
99 and there is an end of them, but in his Goodness towards his people, there God intendeth a glorious edifice, to raise up a building that shal be to his eternal praise, and there is an end of them, but in his goodness towards his people, there God intends a glorious edifice, to raise up a building that shall be to his Eternal praise, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, a-acp np1 vvz dt j n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 cst vmb vbi p-acp po31 j n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
100 and therefore when as one layeth a stone to raise up a high building, he laies it so as he fitteth it for another stone to be laid upon it, and Therefore when as one Layeth a stone to raise up a high building, he lays it so as he fits it for Another stone to be laid upon it, cc av c-crq p-acp pi vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz pn31 av c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
101 if I lay some ruins of a building, but only a heap of stones, I care not how I lay them, if I lay Some ruins of a building, but only a heap of stones, I care not how I lay them, cs pns11 vvb d n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f n2, pns11 vvb xx c-crq pns11 vvd pno32, (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
102 but if I intende to rais up a building, then I lay one stone as it may prepare for another; but if I intend to rays up a building, then I lay one stone as it may prepare for Another; cc-acp cs pns11 vvb p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, cs pns11 vvd crd n1 c-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn; (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
103 So doth God in his dealing with the wiked, he heaps his mercies upon them, let them come as they wil, So does God in his dealing with the wicked, he heaps his Mercies upon them, let them come as they will, av vdz np1 p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp dt j, pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp pno32, vvb pno32 vvi c-acp pns32 vmb, (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
104 but when he dispenseth his mercy to his people, then he intendeth a building, and he laies them in that order, but when he dispenseth his mercy to his people, then he intends a building, and he lays them in that order, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs pns31 vvz dt n1, cc pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp d n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
105 and in that ranke, first one and then another, so as when he hath laid one, and in that rank, First one and then Another, so as when he hath laid one, cc p-acp d n1, ord crd cc av j-jn, av c-acp c-crq pns31 vhz vvn crd, (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
106 if we understand what that mercy is, one may see an empression in that mercy for another, if we understand what that mercy is, one may see an empression in that mercy for Another, cs pns12 vvb r-crq d n1 vbz, pi vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp j-jn, (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
107 as it were caling for another mercy to be laid upon it. as it were calling for Another mercy to be laid upon it. c-acp pn31 vbdr vvg p-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
108 These are the special grounds why Gods mercies to his people, are but preparations for further and further mercies; These Are the special grounds why God's Mercies to his people, Are but preparations for further and further Mercies; d vbr dt j n2 c-crq npg1 n2 p-acp po31 n1, vbr cc-acp n2 p-acp jc cc jc n2; (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
109 but because I would not be hindered (especially in the close of this) I wil pass by any thing that may be further spoken concerning the grounds. but Because I would not be hindered (especially in the close of this) I will pass by any thing that may be further spoken Concerning the grounds. cc-acp c-acp pns11 vmd xx vbi vvn (av-j p-acp dt j pp-f d) pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 cst vmb vbi av-jc vvn vvg dt n2. (176) reason (DIV2) 8 Image 160
110 Obj. But you wil say we see it otherwise, and we find it otherwise, that there are usually interruptions in Gods mercies even to his peopel, Object But you will say we see it otherwise, and we find it otherwise, that there Are usually interruptions in God's Mercies even to his people, np1 p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pns12 vvb pn31 av, cc pns12 vvb pn31 av, cst a-acp vbr av-j n2 p-acp npg1 n2 av p-acp po31 n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 9 Image 160
111 when God cometh to deal in a way of mercy to his Church, he goes a little way and then he stoppeth, when God comes to deal in a Way of mercy to his Church, he Goes a little Way and then he stoppeth, c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz dt j n1 cc av pns31 vvz, (176) reason (DIV2) 9 Image 160
112 and then there cometh heavy Judgments after them heavy afflictions presently. Ans. Now for the answering of that. and then there comes heavy Judgments After them heavy afflictions presently. Ans. Now for the answering of that. cc av a-acp vvz j n2 p-acp pno32 j n2 av-j. np1 av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d. (176) reason (DIV2) 9 Image 160
113 1. We are to know that we must of necessity grant, that there may be some interruptions for the present in Gods mercies to his people, 1. We Are to know that we must of necessity grant, that there may be Some interruptions for the present in God's Mercies to his people, crd pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vmb pp-f n1 vvb, cst a-acp vmb vbi d n2 p-acp dt j p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp po31 n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
114 but there is a difference between interruption and cutting off, it may seem for the present to be interrupted, but there is a difference between interruption and cutting off, it may seem for the present to be interrupted, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 cc vvg a-acp, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt j pc-acp vbi vvn, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
115 but it runs under ground stil, and hath it's course, as they say there is a river that runs fifty miles under the ground, but it runs under ground still, and hath it's course, as they say there is a river that runs fifty miles under the ground, cc-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n1 av, cc vhz pn31|vbz n1, c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vvz crd n2 p-acp dt n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
116 and there cometh up again, so it may be with Gods mercies towards his people, though they see them not. and there comes up again, so it may be with God's Mercies towards his people, though they see them not. cc a-acp vvz a-acp av, av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp po31 n1, cs pns32 vvb pno32 xx. (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
117 His Children have their portions in his Judgments, many times God cometh in a Judgment, His Children have their portions in his Judgments, many times God comes in a Judgement, po31 n2 vhb po32 n2 p-acp po31 n2, d n2 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160
118 and then he lets the wicked prosper, I but his Justice hath it's course under ground, and then he lets the wicked prosper, I but his justice hath it's course under ground, cc av pns31 vvz dt j vvi, pns11 p-acp po31 n1 vhz pn31|vbz n1 p-acp n1, (176) reason (DIV2) 11 Image 160

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