The necessity and reward of a willing mind a sermon preach'd at Exon before an assembly of ministers of the counties of Devon and Somerset, April 16, 1693 / by John Bush.

Bush, John, fl. 1693
Publisher: Printed for Mich Hyde
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1693
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A30696 ESTC ID: R35793 STC ID: B6231
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Corinthians, 1st, IX, 17; Duty; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 1 Corinthians 9.17. For if I do this willingly, I have a Reward: but if against my will, a Dispensation of the Gospel is committed to me. 1 Corinthians 9.17. For if I do this willingly, I have a Reward: but if against my will, a Dispensation of the Gospel is committed to me. vvn np1 crd. c-acp cs pns11 vdb d av-j, pns11 vhb dt n1: cc-acp cs p-acp po11 n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 THE Defence that the Apostle makes for himself throughout the Epistle, and particularly in this Chapter, argues that there were some persons (if not Ministers) in the Church of Corinth, that did question his Apostolical Power, besides the reflection that they made upon his gifts, and practice; THE Defence that the Apostle makes for himself throughout the Epistle, and particularly in this Chapter, argues that there were Some Persons (if not Ministers) in the Church of Corinth, that did question his Apostolical Power, beside the reflection that they made upon his Gifts, and practice; dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp px31 p-acp dt n1, cc av-j p-acp d n1, vvz cst a-acp vbdr d n2 (cs xx n2) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vdd vvi po31 j n1, p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vvd p-acp po31 n2, cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
2 but the uncertainty as to matter of fact, wherein the accusation lay, maketh some places in this Chapter, but the uncertainty as to matter of fact, wherein the accusation lay, makes Some places in this Chapter, cc-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 vvd, vvz d n2 p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 and throughout the whole Epistle the more difficult to be understood; and throughout the Whole Epistle the more difficult to be understood; cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 'tis probable that part of the accusation lay in this, that the Apostle laboured with his hands as a secular person, it's probable that part of the accusation lay in this, that the Apostle laboured with his hands as a secular person, pn31|vbz j cst n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp d, cst dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 and did not live as a person devoted to the Ministry, which ordinarily requires a man's whole time and thoughts; and did not live as a person devoted to the Ministry, which ordinarily requires a Man's Whole time and thoughts; cc vdd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq av-j vvz dt ng1 j-jn n1 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
6 and consequently that being a poor Mechanick, he disparag'd his Office for the present, and must at last be maintain'd by the Charity of the Churches; and consequently that being a poor Mechanic, he disparaged his Office for the present, and must At last be maintained by the Charity of the Churches; cc av-j d vbg dt j n1, pns31 vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt j, cc vmb p-acp ord vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
7 and that in pressing them to such a liberal Contribution for the Saints at Jerusalem, he design'd to have a share of it to his own use: and that in pressing them to such a liberal Contribution for the Saints At Jerusalem, he designed to have a share of it to his own use: cc cst p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp np1, pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
8 something of this nature was laid to his charge, besides the reflection that they made upon his gifts, something of this nature was laid to his charge, beside the reflection that they made upon his Gifts, pi pp-f d n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vvd p-acp po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
9 as being one that could make a shift to write, but not readily to expose his own thoughts; as being one that could make a shift to write, but not readily to expose his own thoughts; c-acp vbg pi cst vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp xx av-j pc-acp vvi po31 d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
10 for so I understand the meaning of those words, his bodily presence is weak. for so I understand the meaning of those words, his bodily presence is weak. c-acp av pns11 vvb dt vvg pp-f d n2, po31 j n1 vbz j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
11 As to the first of these, his Apostolical Power, he asserts it in the first Verse of this Chapter; As to the First of these, his Apostolical Power, he asserts it in the First Verse of this Chapter; c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, po31 j n1, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
12 Am I not an Apostle? am I not free? have I not seen the Lord Jesus? Shewing, that though he had not convers'd with our Saviour whilst on Earth, (which was the ground of the Obiection, Am I not an Apostle? am I not free? have I not seen the Lord jesus? Showing, that though he had not conversed with our Saviour while on Earth, (which was the ground of the Objection, vbm pns11 xx dt n1? vbm pns11 xx j? vhb pns11 xx vvn dt n1 np1? vvg, cst cs pns31 vhd xx vvn p-acp po12 n1 cs p-acp n1, (r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
13 and seems to have some weight in it: and seems to have Some weight in it: cc vvz pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
14 For when the Apostles would supply the room of Judas, to make up the number twelve, according to the number of the twelve Tribes, they chose one that had companied with them, Acts 1.21, 22.) yet notwithstanding this, he was as much an Apostle as they, For when the Apostles would supply the room of Judas, to make up the number twelve, according to the number of the twelve Tribes, they chosen one that had companied with them, Acts 1.21, 22.) yet notwithstanding this, he was as much an Apostle as they, c-acp c-crq dt n2 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 crd, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2, pns32 vvd pi cst vhd vvd p-acp pno32, n2 crd, crd) av c-acp d, pns31 vbds p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
15 and that he had seen Christ in the way to Damascus, when he receiv'd his Commission to be an Apostle, and that he was free, i. e. and that he had seen christ in the Way to Damascus, when he received his Commission to be an Apostle, and that he was free, i. e. cc cst pns31 vhd vvn np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc cst pns31 vbds j, uh. sy. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
16 not oblig'd to one Person or Church more than to another upon a civil account, so as to bestow his pains upon them for nought; not obliged to one Person or Church more than to Another upon a civil account, so as to bestow his pains upon them for nought; xx vvn p-acp crd n1 cc n1 av-dc cs p-acp j-jn p-acp dt j n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp pix; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
17 and that the Corinthians had less cause than other men to question his Apostleship; and that the Corinthians had less cause than other men to question his Apostleship; cc cst dt np1 vhd dc n1 cs j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
18 for their Conversion was the Seal of his Office, viz. If I be not Apostle to others, for their Conversion was the Seal of his Office, viz. If I be not Apostle to Others, p-acp po32 n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 cs pns11 vbb xx n1 p-acp n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
19 yet doubtless I am to you. yet doubtless I am to you. av av-j pns11 vbm p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
20 But the great case upon which the Apostle insists for his Justification is about Maintenance, which the Apostle did not only not Receive, but Refuse; and yet lest his Refusal should be drawn into a president for the time to come, to the prejudice of a Settled Ministry, he takes the matter into consideration, shewing, But the great case upon which the Apostle insists for his Justification is about Maintenance, which the Apostle did not only not Receive, but Refuse; and yet lest his Refusal should be drawn into a president for the time to come, to the prejudice of a Settled Ministry, he Takes the matter into consideration, showing, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 vbz p-acp n1, r-crq dt n1 vdd xx j xx vvi, p-acp vvb; cc av cs po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
21 and that from the equitable part of the Law of Moses, (which though a Law to Israel doth not oblige us Christians, and that from the equitable part of the Law of Moses, (which though a Law to Israel does not oblige us Christians, cc cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (r-crq cs dt n1 p-acp np1 vdz xx vvi pno12 np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
22 yet from the equity of that Law he proves) that ordinarily it is the duty of the People to maintain them that Preach to them: yet from the equity of that Law he Proves) that ordinarily it is the duty of the People to maintain them that Preach to them: av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pns31 vvz) cst av-j pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vvb p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
23 As they that ministred about the Temple and Altar, Levites and Priests, did live of the Temple and Altar; As they that ministered about the Temple and Altar, Levites and Priests, did live of the Temple and Altar; c-acp pns32 cst vvd p-acp dt n1 cc n1, np1 cc n2, vdd vvi pp-f dt n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
24 so they that Preach the Gospel have a Right to live of the Gospel; so they that Preach the Gospel have a Right to live of the Gospel; av pns32 cst vvb dt n1 vhb dt j-jn pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
25 v. 13, 14. And yet because that which in the general may be lawful, may not at all times, v. 13, 14. And yet Because that which in the general may be lawful, may not At all times, n1 crd, crd cc av c-acp d r-crq p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi j, vmb xx p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
26 and to some particular persons be expedient, for this reason the Apostle declin'd the taking of Maintenance from the Church of Corinth; v. 15. I have used none of these things, and to Some particular Persons be expedient, for this reason the Apostle declined the taking of Maintenance from the Church of Corinth; v. 15. I have used none of these things, cc p-acp d j n2 vbi j, c-acp d n1 dt n1 vvn dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; n1 crd pns11 vhb vvn pix pp-f d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
27 neither have I written these things, that it should be so done unto me; neither have I written these things, that it should be so done unto me; dx vhb pns11 vvn d n2, cst pn31 vmd vbi av vdn p-acp pno11; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
28 for it were better for me to die, than that any man should make my glorying void; for it were better for me to die, than that any man should make my glorying void; c-acp pn31 vbdr jc p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi, cs cst d n1 vmd vvi po11 vvg j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
29 meaning that the success of his Ministry which he calls his glory, was dearer to him than his Right to a Maintenance. meaning that the success of his Ministry which he calls his glory, was Dearer to him than his Right to a Maintenance. vvg cst dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, vbds jc-jn pc-acp pno31 cs po31 n-jn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
30 And yet the Apostle would not be mistaken, as if because he was free from all men by Preaching Gratis, that therefore he thought himself at liberty to Preach, And yet the Apostle would not be mistaken, as if Because he was free from all men by Preaching Gratis, that Therefore he Thought himself At liberty to Preach, cc av dt n1 vmd xx vbi vvn, c-acp cs c-acp pns31 vbds j p-acp d n2 p-acp vvg av, cst av pns31 vvd px31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
31 or not to Preach the Gospel; no; necessity is laid upon me; Wo is unto me if I Preach not the Gospel; or not to Preach the Gospel; no; necessity is laid upon me; Woe is unto me if I Preach not the Gospel; cc xx pc-acp vvi dt n1; uh-dx; n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11; n1 vbz p-acp pno11 cs pns11 vvb xx dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
32 v. 16. Now the Apostle having considered the necessity of his duty, doth in these words consider that disposition of mind that is necessary to the acceptance of his Duty, shewing, that 'tis not the bare performance, v. 16. Now the Apostle having considered the necessity of his duty, does in these words Consider that disposition of mind that is necessary to the acceptance of his Duty, showing, that it's not the bore performance, n1 crd av dt n1 vhg vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vdz p-acp d n2 vvb d n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg, cst pn31|vbz xx dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
33 but the willing performance that God would reward. If I do this willingly, &c. but the willing performance that God would reward. If I do this willingly, etc. cc-acp dt j n1 cst np1 vmd vvi. cs pns11 vdb d av-j, av (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
34 So that there is an Antithesis in the words, though both parts of it are not expresly mentioned; So that there is an Antithesis in the words, though both parts of it Are not expressly mentioned; av cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n2, cs d n2 pp-f pn31 vbr xx av-j vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
35 and in this Antithesis there is a twofold Supposition, and a twofold Inference. and in this Antithesis there is a twofold Supposition, and a twofold Inference. cc p-acp d n1 a-acp vbz dt j n1, cc dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
36 1. From the willing and chearful performance of his duty, the Apostle infers the certainty of his Reward; 1. From the willing and cheerful performance of his duty, the Apostle infers the certainty of his Reward; crd p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
37 he doth not say, I shall have, but I have a Reward. he does not say, I shall have, but I have a Reward. pns31 vdz xx vvi, pns11 vmb vhi, cc-acp pns11 vhb dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
38 He speaks de presenti, not that he expected the Reward here, but because of its certainty, in which case we use to say, Sure pay is as good as ready Money. He speaks de presenti, not that he expected the Reward Here, but Because of its certainty, in which case we use to say, Sure pay is as good as ready Money. pns31 vvz fw-fr fw-la, xx cst pns31 vvd dt n1 av, cc-acp c-acp pp-f po31 n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, j n1 vbz a-acp j c-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
39 2. From the unwilling performance of his duty he infers (but 'tis by Implication) the Loss of the Reward, adding, that notwithstanding his unwilling mind, 2. From the unwilling performance of his duty he infers (but it's by Implication) the Loss of the Reward, adding, that notwithstanding his unwilling mind, crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vvz (cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n1) dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg, cst p-acp po31 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
40 if such a frame should return upon him, he would check it with the sense of his duty; if such a frame should return upon him, he would check it with the sense of his duty; cs d dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
41 A dispensation of the Gospel is committed to me; as if he had said, I must Preach the Gospel, 'tis committed to me; A Dispensation of the Gospel is committed to me; as if he had said, I must Preach the Gospel, it's committed to me; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1, pn31|vbz vvn p-acp pno11; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
42 were I not therefore better do it willingly, and be rewarded, than with an unwilling mind, were I not Therefore better do it willingly, and be rewarded, than with an unwilling mind, vbdr pns11 xx av j vdb pn31 av-j, cc vbi vvn, cs p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
43 and so lose or lessen the future Reward? 'Tis true as some observed the word NONLATINALPHABET that is translated, willingly, signifies Injussus, to which the word, of my own accord, better answers; and so loose or lessen the future Reward? It's true as Some observed the word that is translated, willingly, signifies Injussus, to which the word, of my own accord, better answers; cc av vvi cc vvi dt j-jn n1? pn31|vbz j p-acp d vvd dt n1 cst vbz vvn, av-j, vvz np1, p-acp r-crq dt n1, pp-f po11 d n1, jc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
44 and yet I do not think that the Apostle did reckon that in so doing, Preaching without a Maintenance gratis, he did more than his duty was, absolutely considered. This the Papists would have to be the sense of the place, telling us that this, and yet I do not think that the Apostle did reckon that in so doing, Preaching without a Maintenance gratis, he did more than his duty was, absolutely considered. This the Papists would have to be the sense of the place, telling us that this, cc av pns11 vdb xx vvi cst dt n1 vdd vvi cst p-acp av vdg, vvg p-acp dt n1 av, pns31 vdd av-dc cs po31 n1 vbds, av-j vvn. d dt njp2 vmd vhi pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg pno12 d d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
45 and some other Scriptures establisheth their Doctrine of Divine Counsels, which we are at liberty to refuse or observe; and Some other Scriptures Establisheth their Doctrine of Divine Counsels, which we Are At liberty to refuse or observe; cc d j-jn n2 vvz po32 n1 pp-f j-jn n2, r-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
46 for they make neither duty nor sin: for they make neither duty nor since: c-acp pns32 vvb dx n1 ccx n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
47 And yet if we observe them, we do supererrogate, and attain a state of Perfection highly meritorious: And yet if we observe them, we do supererogate, and attain a state of Perfection highly meritorious: cc av cs pns12 vvb pno32, pns12 vdb vvi, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
48 Now I do not see how this place favours them in the least; Now I do not see how this place favours them in the least; av pns11 vdb xx vvi c-crq d n1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt ds; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
49 for if the unwilling mind be a loss of the Reward, then it must needs follow that the Apostle did no more than his duty (all things considered) was to do: for if the unwilling mind be a loss of the Reward, then it must needs follow that the Apostle did no more than his duty (all things considered) was to do: c-acp cs dt j n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pn31 vmb av vvi cst dt n1 vdd dx dc cs po31 n1 (d n2 vvn) vbds pc-acp vdi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
50 For the scope of the Apostle's Discourse seems to amount but to this, that though Ministers in the general have a Right to Maintenance, For the scope of the Apostle's Discourse seems to amount but to this, that though Ministers in the general have a Right to Maintenance, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi cc-acp p-acp d, cst cs n2 p-acp dt n1 vhb dt j-jn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
51 as much as ever the Priests and Levites had to live by the Temple and Altar upon Tythes and Offerings (I say as much, as much as ever the Priests and Levites had to live by the Temple and Altar upon Tithes and Offerings (I say as much, c-acp d c-acp av dt n2 cc np2 vhd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 (pns11 vvb a-acp av-d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
52 though not in the same manner, the Apostle doth not prove it from the Letter of the Law, though not in the same manner, the Apostle does not prove it from the letter of the Law, cs xx p-acp dt d n1, dt n1 vdz xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
53 but from the equitable part of the Law, and therefore doth not prove the same sort of Maintenance) yet (notwithstanding this, that 'twas in the general his Right) for some particular Reasons it was his duty not to insist upon his own Right; but from the equitable part of the Law, and Therefore does not prove the same sort of Maintenance) yet (notwithstanding this, that 'twas in the general his Right) for Some particular Reasons it was his duty not to insist upon his own Right; cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vdz xx vvi dt d n1 pp-f n1) av (c-acp d, cst pn31|vbds p-acp dt n1 po31 n-jn) p-acp d j n2 pn31 vbds po31 n1 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
54 for (as one observes in another case) there is a great difference between an Universal Law, and a Man's Personal Obligations for some other Law, not opposing, but explaining that Universal Law, as is very evident in the case before us. for (as one observes in Another case) there is a great difference between an Universal Law, and a Man's Personal Obligations for Some other Law, not opposing, but explaining that Universal Law, as is very evident in the case before us. c-acp (c-acp pi vvz p-acp j-jn n1) pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt j-u n1, cc dt n1|vbz j n2 p-acp d j-jn n1, xx vvg, p-acp vvg cst j-u n1, c-acp vbz av j p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
55 In the general 'tis the duty of the People to maintain them that Preach to them; In the general it's the duty of the People to maintain them that Preach to them; p-acp dt n1 pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vvb p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
56 for ordinarily if the People do not perform their duty, the Minister can't perform his; for ordinarily if the People do not perform their duty, the Minister can't perform his; c-acp av-j cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi po32 n1, dt n1 vmb|pn31 vvb png31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
57 and yet notwithstanding this, a particular Minister may fall under a Personal Obligation not to expect this from the People, either when the People cannot do it, or when the Minister needs it not; but above all, and yet notwithstanding this, a particular Minister may fallen under a Personal Obligation not to expect this from the People, either when the People cannot do it, or when the Minister needs it not; but above all, cc av p-acp d, dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 xx pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1, av-d c-crq dt n1 vmbx vdi pn31, cc c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 xx; cc-acp p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
58 when the taking of Maintenance is apparently an hinderance of the success of his Ministry, which was the Apostle's case. when the taking of Maintenance is apparently an hindrance of the success of his Ministry, which was the Apostle's case. c-crq dt n-vvg pp-f n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbds dt ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
59 Now in doing this no man supererrogates, or doth more than his duty. Now in doing this no man supererrogates, or does more than his duty. av p-acp vdg d dx n1 av, cc vdz dc cs po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
60 I shall not determine absolutely that what was the Apostle's practice is any Minister's duty at present, I shall not determine absolutely that what was the Apostle's practice is any Minister's duty At present, pns11 vmb xx vvi av-j cst r-crq vbds dt ng1 n1 vbz d ng1 n1 p-acp j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
61 but am of Opinion, that to say the Apostle did more than his duty, is to favour the Popish Doctrine of Counsels, and to say, that though it was the Apostle's duty to do this, it can't be ours, is to prescribe to Almighty God what our Circumstances shall be, of which no Man is Master: but am of Opinion, that to say the Apostle did more than his duty, is to favour the Popish Doctrine of Counsels, and to say, that though it was the Apostle's duty to do this, it can't be ours, is to prescribe to Almighty God what our circumstances shall be, of which no Man is Master: cc-acp vbm pp-f n1, cst pc-acp vvi dt n1 vdd av-dc cs po31 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc pc-acp vvi, cst cs pn31 vbds dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vdi d, pn31 vmb|pn31 vbb png12, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn np1 r-crq po12 n2 vmb vbi, pp-f r-crq dx n1 vbz n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
62 And 'tis easie to prove, that notwithstanding the Universal Law of God which determines our duty in the general, our Personal Obligations do arise from our Personal Circumstances: This therefore is the Apostle's Argument; And it's easy to prove, that notwithstanding the Universal Law of God which determines our duty in the general, our Personal Obligations do arise from our Personal circumstances: This Therefore is the Apostle's Argument; cc pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp dt j-u n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, po12 j n2 vdb vvi p-acp po12 j n2: d av vbz dt ng1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
63 he doth not determine directly any other Man's duty, but for himself he could not see how he could lawfully do otherwise, to stop the mouths of his Adversaries, to promote the success of his Ministry, he does not determine directly any other Man's duty, but for himself he could not see how he could lawfully do otherwise, to stop the mouths of his Adversaries, to promote the success of his Ministry, pns31 vdz xx vvi av-j d j-jn ng1 n1, cc-acp p-acp px31 pns31 vmd xx vvi c-crq pns31 vmd av-j vdi av, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
64 and to obtain the future Reward; and to obtain the future Reward; cc pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
65 in relation to which he considers in the next verse, What then is my Reward? that is, what is the way to obtain the Reward? viz. making the Gospel of Christ without charge. in Relation to which he considers in the next verse, What then is my Reward? that is, what is the Way to obtain the Reward? viz. making the Gospel of christ without charge. p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, q-crq av vbz po11 n1? cst vbz, q-crq vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1? n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
66 But if against my will, a Dispensation of the Gospel is committed to me; But if against my will, a Dispensation of the Gospel is committed to me; cc-acp cs p-acp po11 n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
67 the Translators have put in a word which they thought to be the sense of the Apostle, which is not in the Greek; the Translators have put in a word which they Thought to be the sense of the Apostle, which is not in the Greek; dt n2 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz xx p-acp dt jp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
68 for 'tis only thus, NONLATINALPHABET, with an Accusative Case, I have received a Stewardship; or a Dispensation is committed to me: for it's only thus,, with an Accusative Case, I have received a Stewardship; or a Dispensation is committed to me: p-acp pn31|vbz av-j av,, p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1; cc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
69 And you must not imagine that this Trust is committed to him, upon the condition of his unwilling mind; And you must not imagine that this Trust is committed to him, upon the condition of his unwilling mind; cc pn22 vmb xx vvi cst d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
70 no, but rather the conditional hath the force of an Exceptive, which is not unusual with the Apostle; Rom. 8.10. And if Christ be in you, the body is dead because of sin; i. e. though Christ be in you; no, but rather the conditional hath the force of an Exceptive, which is not unusual with the Apostle; Rom. 8.10. And if christ be in you, the body is dead Because of since; i. e. though christ be in you; uh-dx, cc-acp av-c dt j vhz dt n1 pp-f dt j, r-crq vbz xx j p-acp dt n1; np1 crd. cc cs np1 vbb p-acp pn22, dt n1 vbz j c-acp pp-f n1; uh. sy. cs np1 vbb p-acp pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
71 so here, If against my will, though against my will; so Here, If against my will, though against my will; av av, cs p-acp po11 n1, c-acp p-acp po11 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
72 that is, I am still under a necessity of doing my duty, willing or unwilling I may lose my own Reward, but not destroy the Obligation to my duty. that is, I am still under a necessity of doing my duty, willing or unwilling I may loose my own Reward, but not destroy the Obligation to my duty. d vbz, pns11 vbm av p-acp dt n1 pp-f vdg po11 n1, j cc j pns11 vmb vvi po11 d vvb, p-acp xx vvi dt n1 p-acp po11 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
73 It is the former part of the words that I shall limit the Discourse unto, in which I shall not so much consider the Apostle's Circumstances, It is the former part of the words that I shall limit the Discourse unto, in which I shall not so much Consider the Apostle's circumstances, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 cst pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb xx av av-d vvi dt ng1 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
74 as the disposition of mind which he makes so necessary to his acceptance, under this Proposition: as the disposition of mind which he makes so necessary to his acceptance, under this Proposition: c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns31 vvz av j p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
75 Doct. That a willing mind in the performance of our duty, is highly necessary to our Acceptance and Reward. Doct. That a willing mind in the performance of our duty, is highly necessary to our Acceptance and Reward. np1 cst dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vbz av-j j p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
76 Or thus; Whoever would receive the Reward of well doing, had need to do it with a willing mind. Or thus; Whoever would receive the Reward of well doing, had need to do it with a willing mind. cc av; r-crq vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f av vdg, vhd n1 pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
77 I am speaking to Ministers, but I would discourse of that which concerns others as well as them, and shall shew you, I am speaking to Ministers, but I would discourse of that which concerns Others as well as them, and shall show you, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp n2, cc-acp pns11 vmd vvi pp-f d r-crq vvz n2-jn p-acp av c-acp pno32, cc vmb vvi pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
78 1. What that disposition of mind is, which the Apostle makes so necessary to well doing, that all may know whether they have this willing mind. 1. What that disposition of mind is, which the Apostle makes so necessary to well doing, that all may know whither they have this willing mind. crd q-crq d n1 pp-f n1 vbz, r-crq dt n1 vvz av j p-acp av vdg, cst d vmb vvi cs pns32 vhb d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
79 2. Shew its Necessity in the general to all Men. 3. That Ministers above others should have it. 2. Show its Necessity in the general to all Men. 3. That Ministers above Others should have it. crd n1 pn31|vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2. crd cst vvz p-acp n2-jn vmd vhi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
80 4. Draw some practical Inferences from the Proposition, in relation to us all as Christians, but especially as Ministers. 4. Draw Some practical Inferences from the Proposition, in Relation to us all as Christians, but especially as Ministers. crd vvb d j n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 d p-acp np1, p-acp av-j c-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
81 1. This willing mind seems to consist of two things. 1. A fixing of the Will that it may stick to its duty. 2. The chearfulness of the mind in its performance. 1. This willing mind seems to consist of two things. 1. A fixing of the Will that it may stick to its duty. 2. The cheerfulness of the mind in its performance. crd d j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pp-f crd n2. crd dt vvg pp-f dt vmb cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1. crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 6
82 First, The Will must be fixed; without this nothing is done willingly. First, The Will must be fixed; without this nothing is done willingly. ord, dt vmb vmb vbi vvn; p-acp d pix vbz vdn av-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
83 The great Controversie of late hath been, who doth determine the Will, God by the Irresistible Operation of his Grace, or Man by making those Operations to be effectual? In which Controversie, The great Controversy of late hath been, who does determine the Will, God by the Irresistible Operation of his Grace, or Man by making those Operations to be effectual? In which Controversy, dt j n1 pp-f j vhz vbn, r-crq vdz vvi dt n1, np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 vvi, cc n1 p-acp vvg d n2 pc-acp vbi j? p-acp r-crq n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
84 whilst some have given to Man more power than in truth is in him; others have gone into another extreme; while Some have given to Man more power than in truth is in him; Others have gone into Another extreme; cs d vhb vvn p-acp n1 dc n1 cs p-acp n1 vbz p-acp pno31; n2-jn vhb vvn p-acp j-jn j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
85 those that go in the former extreme, though otherwise very Learned Men, do so rarely mention the Supernatural Operations of the Holy Spirit, which are as necessary to deliver the Soul from the bonds of Sin, as to Release the Body from the power of the Grave at the last day; those that go in the former extreme, though otherwise very Learned Men, do so rarely mention the Supernatural Operations of the Holy Spirit, which Are as necessary to deliver the Soul from the bonds of since, as to Release the Body from the power of the Grave At the last day; d cst vvb p-acp dt j j-jn, cs av av j n2, vdb av av-j vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbr a-acp j p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, a-acp p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp dt ord n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
86 that as one saith of the Socinians, 'tis hard to call them Hereticks, for they scarce deserve to be called Christians; so of these Men 'tis hard to say that they Preach another Gospel; for they seldom Preach any Gospel; and yet some have erred on the other hand, that as one Says of the socinians, it's hard to call them Heretics, for they scarce deserve to be called Christians; so of these Men it's hard to say that they Preach Another Gospel; for they seldom Preach any Gospel; and yet Some have erred on the other hand, cst c-acp pi vvz pp-f dt njp2, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 n2, c-acp pns32 av-j vvb pc-acp vbi vvn np1; av pp-f d n2 pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vvb j-jn n1; p-acp pns32 av vvb d n1; cc av d vhb vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
87 as if God's Grace had so superseded Man's duty, that there were nothing for us to do, as if God's Grace had so superseded Man's duty, that there were nothing for us to do, c-acp cs npg1 n1 vhd av vvn ng1 n1, cst a-acp vbdr pix p-acp pno12 pc-acp vdi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
88 but to look when God will do it, that we may sit still and do nothing. The truth lieth between these two extremes, which will the sooner appear if you consider, that they only are willing whom God doth make willing; and yet every Man that is truly willing, his heart doth stir him up to his own duty, and his own spirit doth make him willing. but to look when God will do it, that we may fit still and do nothing. The truth lies between these two extremes, which will the sooner appear if you Consider, that they only Are willing whom God does make willing; and yet every Man that is truly willing, his heart does stir him up to his own duty, and his own Spirit does make him willing. cc-acp pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vmb vdi pn31, cst pns12 vmb vvi av cc vdb pix. dt n1 vvz p-acp d crd n2-jn, r-crq vmb dt av-c vvi cs pn22 vvb, cst pns32 av-j vbr j r-crq np1 vdz vvi j; cc av d n1 cst vbz av-j j, po31 n1 vdz vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 d n1, cc po31 d n1 vdz vvi pno31 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
89 1. They only are willing whom God doth make willing; for 'tis his work to subdue the will, a work that needs and becomes a God to do; 1. They only Are willing whom God does make willing; for it's his work to subdue the will, a work that needs and becomes a God to do; crd pns32 av-j vbr j r-crq np1 vdz vvi j; c-acp pn31|vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n1 cst av cc vvz dt np1 pc-acp vdi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
90 the work is the greatest manifestation of a Divine Power; Psal. 110.3. Thy people shall be a willing people in the day of thy power, in the beauties of holiness; the work is the greatest manifestation of a Divine Power; Psalm 110.3. Thy people shall be a willing people in the day of thy power, in the beauty's of holiness; dt n1 vbz dt js n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; np1 crd. po21 n1 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
91 from the womb of the morning, thou hast the dew of thy youth. from the womb of the morning, thou hast the due of thy youth. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns21 vh2 dt n1 pp-f po21 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
92 The words seem to relate to those early and numerous Conversions which are recorded in the Acts of the Apostles, where you find thousands at one Sermon converted to Christianity, which times are therefore called the womb of the morning, and the dew of Christ's youth; The words seem to relate to those early and numerous Conversions which Are recorded in the Acts of the Apostles, where you find thousands At one Sermon converted to Christianity, which times Are Therefore called the womb of the morning, and the due of Christ's youth; dt n2 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d av-j cc j n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, c-crq pn22 vvb crd p-acp crd n1 vvn p-acp np1, r-crq n2 vbr av vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
93 because, as he that goeth forth in the morning is then strongest for his Labour, and the Young Man hath most agility of body to run the Race: So the Grace of God in the first publishing of it should go forth with that power as is in the young for his Race, as is in a strong Man for his Labour. Hence it is that they that think they have made themselves willing, do but deceive themselves, Because, as he that Goes forth in the morning is then Strongest for his Labour, and the Young Man hath most agility of body to run the Raze: So the Grace of God in the First publishing of it should go forth with that power as is in the young for his Raze, as is in a strong Man for his Labour. Hence it is that they that think they have made themselves willing, do but deceive themselves, p-acp, c-acp pns31 cst vvz av p-acp dt n1 vbz av js p-acp po31 vvi, cc dt j n1 vhz av-ds n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1: av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ord vvg pp-f pn31 vmd vvi av p-acp d n1 c-acp vbz p-acp dt j p-acp po31 n1, c-acp vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 vvi. av pn31 vbz d pns32 cst vvb pns32 vhb vvn px32 j, vdb p-acp vvi px32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
94 when by the Grace of God they were not made so; for the Will of Man is conquered by none but God; Men may attempt it, to bend it to God's Will, when by the Grace of God they were not made so; for the Will of Man is conquered by none but God; Men may attempt it, to bend it to God's Will, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns32 vbdr xx vvn av; p-acp dt vmb pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp pix cc-acp np1; n2 vmb vvi pn31, p-acp vvb pn31 p-acp npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
95 as you would bend a crooked Stick; as you would bend a crooked Stick; c-acp pn22 vmd vvi dt j vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
96 it will return to its own crookedness. And therefore Moses that knew what a great work 'tis to fix the heart to its duty, tells the People, that though they had seen more of God's Power than ever any Nation before them, it will return to its own crookedness. And Therefore Moses that knew what a great work it's to fix the heart to its duty, tells the People, that though they had seen more of God's Power than ever any nation before them, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 d n1. cc av np1 cst vvd r-crq dt j n1 pn31|vbz p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz dt n1, cst cs pns32 vhd vvn dc pp-f npg1 n1 cs av d n1 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
97 or perhaps more than ever any Nation shall see whilst the World continueth, if God would do this, they would see more of a Divine Power than as yet they had seen; or perhaps more than ever any nation shall see while the World Continueth, if God would do this, they would see more of a Divine Power than as yet they had seen; cc av av-dc cs av d n1 vmb vvi cs dt n1 vvz, cs np1 vmd vdi d, pns32 vmd vvi dc pp-f dt j-jn n1 cs a-acp av pns32 vhd vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
98 Deut. 29.2, 3, 4. Ye have seen all that the Lord did before your eyes in the Land of Egypt unto Pharaoh, and his Servants, and to all his Land, the great temptations which thine eyes have seen, Deuteronomy 29.2, 3, 4. You have seen all that the Lord did before your eyes in the Land of Egypt unto Pharaoh, and his Servants, and to all his Land, the great temptations which thine eyes have seen, np1 crd, crd, crd pn22 vhb vvn d cst dt n1 vdd p-acp po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, cc po31 n2, cc p-acp d po31 n1, dt j n2 r-crq po21 n2 vhb vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
99 yet the Lord hath not given you an heart to perceive the greatness of the work; and the successlesness of outward means shews it to be God's work, and therefore to argue against this from some difficulties that occur in stating the Controversies, yet the Lord hath not given you an heart to perceive the greatness of the work; and the successlesness of outward means shows it to be God's work, and Therefore to argue against this from Some difficulties that occur in stating the Controversies, av dt n1 vhz xx vvn pn22 dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cc dt n1 pp-f j vvz vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi npg1 n1, cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp d p-acp d n2 cst vvb p-acp vvg dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
100 as to the manner of the operation of the Holy Spirit upon our Wills; that because Man hath a self-determining Principle, as to the manner of the operation of the Holy Spirit upon our Wills; that Because Man hath a self-determining Principle, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2; cst p-acp n1 vhz dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
101 and is Master of his own actions, which can't be denied; and is Master of his own actions, which can't be denied; cc vbz n1 pp-f po31 d n2, r-crq vmb|pn31 vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
102 yet to argue from hence, that this can't agree with the Irresistible Operations of God's Grace, is to pretend a tenderness to Human Nature, that we may not wrong that, yet to argue from hence, that this can't agree with the Irresistible Operations of God's Grace, is to pretend a tenderness to Human Nature, that we may not wrong that, av pc-acp vvi p-acp av, cst d vmb|pn31 vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j n1, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi cst, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
103 and in the mean time wrong God, as if we were to be more tender of Man's Honour than of God's Honour: Why should it not suffice us what so many have said in this matter, that the turning of the Will is done by Moral Perswasion as Man is a Rational Creature, made for Moral Government; but the Efficacy of God's Grace lieth in the immediate Operations of God's Spirit upon Man's Will, which is subdued in a way of power, as Man is a wicked Creature, and yet so subdued, that no Man is forced against his Will, but made willing; and yet that which makes him so, is not the cooperation of his own Will with God's Spirit, but the Conquest of the Spirit over the Will, which being effectual, Man shall not be able to Resist it; and in the mean time wrong God, as if we were to be more tender of Man's Honour than of God's Honour: Why should it not suffice us what so many have said in this matter, that the turning of the Will is done by Moral Persuasion as Man is a Rational Creature, made for Moral Government; but the Efficacy of God's Grace lies in the immediate Operations of God's Spirit upon Man's Will, which is subdued in a Way of power, as Man is a wicked Creature, and yet so subdued, that no Man is forced against his Will, but made willing; and yet that which makes him so, is not the cooperation of his own Will with God's Spirit, but the Conquest of the Spirit over the Will, which being effectual, Man shall not be able to Resist it; cc p-acp dt j n1 j-jn np1, c-acp cs pns12 vbdr pc-acp vbi av-dc j pp-f ng1 n1 cs pp-f npg1 n1: q-crq vmd pn31 xx vvi pno12 r-crq av d vhb vvn p-acp d n1, cst dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz vdn p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 vbz dt j n1, vvn p-acp j n1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvz p-acp dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp ng1 vmb, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 vbz dt j n1, cc av av vvn, cst dx n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 vmb, p-acp j-vvn j; cc av cst r-crq vvz pno31 av, vbz xx dt n1 pp-f po31 d vmb p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt vmb, r-crq vbg j, n1 vmb xx vbi j p-acp vvb pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
104 and if he could, he would not, he is so drawn by Love, as well as subdued by Power. Now to scorn all this, which in effect so many have done, by saying, and if he could, he would not, he is so drawn by Love, as well as subdued by Power. Now to scorn all this, which in Effect so many have done, by saying, cc cs pns31 vmd, pns31 vmd xx, pns31 vbz av vvn p-acp vvb, c-acp av c-acp vvn p-acp n1. av pc-acp vvi d d, r-crq p-acp n1 av d vhb vdn, p-acp vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
105 How can this be, and Man act as a self-determining Creature, Master of his own Actions? is to pretend that we can refine upon every thing that is done in the World; How can this be, and Man act as a self-determining Creature, Master of his own Actions? is to pretend that we can refine upon every thing that is done in the World; q-crq vmb d vbi, cc n1 n1 p-acp dt j n1, n1 pp-f po31 d n2? vbz pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 cst vbz vdn p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
106 when in the mean time if we descend into the manner of things, we can give account of nothing; for though we do all know that we can will, when in the mean time if we descend into the manner of things, we can give account of nothing; for though we do all know that we can will, c-crq p-acp dt j n1 cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f pix; p-acp cs pns12 vdb d vvb cst pns12 vmb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
107 and chuse, and refuse, and think, and love, and hate, yet enquire how this is done, how the Soul, that is a Spirit, doth operate upon the Body, to move and stir it, and choose, and refuse, and think, and love, and hate, yet inquire how this is done, how the Soul, that is a Spirit, does operate upon the Body, to move and stir it, cc vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi, cc n1, cc n1, av vvi c-crq d vbz vdn, c-crq dt n1, cst vbz dt n1, vdz vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvb cc vvb pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
108 and how one thought doth beget another, and who can give an account of all this? Why then should we pretend to know how far the Spirit of God can operate upon our Souls to incline us to good, and how one Thought does beget Another, and who can give an account of all this? Why then should we pretend to know how Far the Spirit of God can operate upon our Souls to incline us to good, cc c-crq crd vvd vdz vvi j-jn, cc r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d d? uh-crq av vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp vvb pno12 p-acp j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
109 and not destroy that determining Principle which is in all Men? and therefore it will more become us to believe that which the Scripture is so positive in, and not destroy that determining Principle which is in all Men? and Therefore it will more become us to believe that which the Scripture is so positive in, cc xx vvi cst vvg n1 r-crq vbz p-acp d n2? cc av pn31 vmb av-dc vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi d r-crq dt n1 vbz av j p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
110 though we can't give an account how ' tis. though we can't give an account how ' this. cs pns12 vmb|pn31 vvi dt n1 c-crq pn31 pn31|vbz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
111 And, as I hinted before, there is not only need of God's Grace to determine the Will to its duty, And, as I hinted before, there is not only need of God's Grace to determine the Will to its duty, cc, c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp, pc-acp vbz xx av-j vvi pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 9
112 but to keep it there: For we are apt to go off from our own Resolutions and Purposes, and to lose the present Impression of God's Grace; but to keep it there: For we Are apt to go off from our own Resolutions and Purposes, and to loose the present Impression of God's Grace; cc-acp p-acp vvb pn31 a-acp: c-acp pns12 vbr j p-acp vvb a-acp p-acp po12 d n2 cc n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 9
113 the willing mind will of it self become unwilling; and therefore God having tryed us in Adam, doth not trust us in the Second Covenant to our selves; and we have need to consider this, that we may not depend upon the first determination of our own Wills; we are mutable, fickle, and unconstant Creatures; the willing mind will of it self become unwilling; and Therefore God having tried us in Adam, does not trust us in the Second Covenant to our selves; and we have need to Consider this, that we may not depend upon the First determination of our own Wills; we Are mutable, fickle, and unconstant Creatures; dt j n1 n1 pp-f pn31 n1 vvi j; cc av np1 vhg vvn pno12 p-acp np1, vdz xx vvi pno12 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp po12 n2; cc pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi d, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po12 d n2; pns12 vbr j, j, cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
114 our hearts are deceitful, not only in this, that they are not really willing when they seem so, our hearts Are deceitful, not only in this, that they Are not really willing when they seem so, po12 n2 vbr j, xx av-j p-acp d, cst pns32 vbr xx av-j j c-crq pns32 vvb av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
115 but are soon chang'd from willing to be unwilling; and the true Reason why Men do not live more suitable to their own Resolutions, is not because they were never willing but because men do change their minds from willing to unwilling, for which reason 'tis that God desclaimes his being like Man, that he should lie or Repent; Men will promise what they never Intend to perform: this is lying with a witness; but Are soon changed from willing to be unwilling; and the true Reason why Men do not live more suitable to their own Resolutions, is not Because they were never willing but Because men do change their minds from willing to unwilling, for which reason it's that God desclaimes his being like Man, that he should lie or repent; Men will promise what they never Intend to perform: this is lying with a witness; cc-acp vbr av vvn p-acp j pc-acp vbi j; cc dt j n1 q-crq n2 vdb xx vvi av-dc j p-acp po32 d n2, vbz xx c-acp pns32 vbdr av-x j-vvg p-acp c-acp n2 vdb vvi po32 n2 p-acp j p-acp j, p-acp r-crq n1 pn31|vbz cst np1 vvz po31 vbg av-j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvb; n2 vmb vvi r-crq pns32 av-x vvb p-acp vvi: d vbz vvg p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
116 but besides that, they that scorn to do this do Repent, that is change their minds, God is not such an one, we will serve the Lord, said the People, but beside that, they that scorn to do this do repent, that is change their minds, God is not such an one, we will serve the Lord, said the People, cc-acp p-acp d, pns32 d vvb pc-acp vdi d vdb vvb, cst vbz n1 po32 n2, np1 vbz xx d dt crd, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, vvd dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
117 but you can't serve the Lord said Joshua, not that absolutly they could not, but because he saw in them a kind of rashness to promise and resolve, but they did not enough consider that to do what they promised there was more need of Gods Grace than as yet they were sensible of, but you can't serve the Lord said joshua, not that absolutely they could not, but Because he saw in them a kind of rashness to promise and resolve, but they did not enough Consider that to do what they promised there was more need of God's Grace than as yet they were sensible of, cc-acp pn22 vmb|pn31 vvi dt n1 vvd np1, xx d av-j pns32 vmd xx, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvb cc vvb, p-acp pns32 vdd xx d vvi d pc-acp vdi r-crq pns32 vvd a-acp vbds dc n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cs a-acp av pns32 vbdr j pp-f, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
118 and without this they could not serve the Lord and it is generally the mistake of good men to think that they shall be able to do what they are willing to do, Peter found it so, David, whose heart was made willing, prays that it might be kept so. 1 Chron. 29. •8. and without this they could not serve the Lord and it is generally the mistake of good men to think that they shall be able to do what they Are willing to do, Peter found it so, David, whose heart was made willing, prays that it might be kept so. 1 Chronicles 29. •8. cc p-acp d pns32 vmd xx vvi dt n1 cc pn31 vbz av-j dt vvb pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vdi r-crq pns32 vbr j pc-acp vdi, np1 vvd pn31 av, np1, rg-crq n1 vbds vvn j, vvz cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn av. vvn np1 crd n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
119 Who am I, and what is this People? that we should be able to offer so willingly, keep this Lord for ever in the Imaginations of the thoughts of the hearts of this people, Who am I, and what is this People? that we should be able to offer so willingly, keep this Lord for ever in the Imaginations of the thoughts of the hearts of this people, q-crq vbm pns11, cc r-crq vbz d n1? cst pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi av av-j, vvb d n1 c-acp av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
120 and establish their hearts to thee; and establish their hearts to thee; cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno21; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
121 that is, thou hast made us willing, Lord keep us so, the first grace to determine the will may be given, and that grace not given which is needfull to performance. He worketh to will and to do, Phil. 2.13. Paul found it so, to will is present with me, but how to perform I find not. that is, thou hast made us willing, Lord keep us so, the First grace to determine the will may be given, and that grace not given which is needful to performance. He works to will and to do, Philip 2.13. Paul found it so, to will is present with me, but how to perform I find not. cst vbz, pns21 vh2 vvn pno12 j, n1 vvb pno12 av, dt ord n1 p-acp vvb dt vmb vmb vbi vvn, cc d n1 xx vvn r-crq vbz j p-acp n1. pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vdi, np1 crd. np1 vvd pn31 av, pc-acp vmb vbz j p-acp pno11, cc-acp c-crq pc-acp vvi pns11 vvb xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
122 2. And yet he only is willing whose heart doth stir him up, and whose Spirit doth make him willing, as 'tis said of the Children of Israel Exod. 35.21, 29. and they came every one whose heart stirred him up, 2. And yet he only is willing whose heart does stir him up, and whose Spirit does make him willing, as it's said of the Children of Israel Exod 35.21, 29. and they Come every one whose heart stirred him up, crd cc av pns31 av-j vbz j rg-crq n1 vdz vvi pno31 a-acp, cc rg-crq n1 vdz vvi pno31 j, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 np1 crd, crd cc pns32 vvd d crd rg-crq n1 vvd pno31 a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 10
123 and every one whose Spirit made him willing, verse 29. the Children of Israel brought a willing offering to the Lord, every Man and Woman whose heart made them willing; it is the want of this that God complains of Isa. 64.7. and every one whose Spirit made him willing, verse 29. thee Children of Israel brought a willing offering to the Lord, every Man and Woman whose heart made them willing; it is the want of this that God complains of Isaiah 64.7. cc d crd r-crq n1 vvd pno31 j, n1 crd pno32 n2 pp-f np1 vvd dt j vvg p-acp dt n1, d n1 cc n1 r-crq n1 vvd pno32 j; pn31 vbz dt vvb pp-f d cst np1 vvz pp-f np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
124 none stirreth up himself, and the Apostle Paul would have Timothy stir up the gift in him, not only the Ministerial, but the Sanctifying gift of Gods Grace, none stirs up himself, and the Apostle Paul would have Timothy stir up the gift in him, not only the Ministerial, but the Sanctifying gift of God's Grace, pi vvz p-acp px31, cc dt n1 np1 vmd vhi np1 vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31, xx av-j dt j, p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
125 for though the Grace of God be not made effectual by our own co-operation with it, for though the Grace of God be not made effectual by our own cooperation with it, c-acp cs dt vvb pp-f np1 vbb xx vvn j p-acp po12 d n1 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
126 neither is it effectual without our own Concurrence, and therefore it is that we are directed to our duty towards Gods Grace, neither is it effectual without our own Concurrence, and Therefore it is that we Are directed to our duty towards God's Grace, av-dx vbz pn31 j p-acp po12 d n1, cc av pn31 vbz cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
127 and that not only when we have it, but that we may obtain it; not only to keep our selves awake when God hath awakned, but to awake out of sleep that Christ may give us Life, Eph. 5.14. and that not only when we have it, but that we may obtain it; not only to keep our selves awake when God hath awakened, but to awake out of sleep that christ may give us Life, Ephesians 5.14. cc cst xx av-j c-crq pns12 vhb pn31, p-acp cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31; xx av-j p-acp vvb po12 n2 vvb c-crq np1 vhz vvn, p-acp pc-acp vvi av pp-f n1 cst np1 vmb vvi pno12 n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
128 for 'tis the heart, the will in man that is the Fountain of all the good or evil that is in man, for it's the heart, the will in man that is the Fountain of all the good or evil that is in man, p-acp pn31|vbz dt n1, dt vmb p-acp n1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt j cc j-jn cst vbz p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
129 and under Gods Grace the first mover: out of the heart proceeds Murder, Fornication and Adultery, and under God's Grace the First mover: out of the heart proceeds Murder, Fornication and Adultery, cc p-acp npg1 vvb dt ord n1: av pp-f dt n1 vvz n1, n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
130 and a good Man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things; and a good Man out of the good treasure of the heart brings forth good things; cc dt j n1 av pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz av j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
131 as we are never subdued to Gods Grace till the will be subdued, so the will is never subdued, till it stirs us up to our duty. Prov. 2.10. as we Are never subdued to God's Grace till the will be subdued, so the will is never subdued, till it stirs us up to our duty. Curae 2.10. c-acp pns12 vbr av-x vvn p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp dt vmb vbb vvn, av dt vmb vbz av vvn, p-acp pn31 vvz pno12 p-acp p-acp po12 n1. np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
132 when Wisdom entereth into thy heart and knowledge is pleasant to thy Soul, then the work succeeds, when Wisdom entereth into thy heart and knowledge is pleasant to thy Soul, then the work succeeds, c-crq n1 vvz p-acp po21 n1 cc n1 vbz j p-acp po21 n1, av dt n1 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
133 and never till then, for (as Mr. Fenner saith) sincerity lieth in the Will. So that as he that would kindle the fire must put the Fewel together, and then Blow to it; and never till then, for (as Mr. Fenner Says) sincerity lies in the Will. So that as he that would kindle the fire must put the Fuel together, and then Blow to it; cc av-x p-acp av, c-acp (c-acp n1 np1 vvz) n1 vvz p-acp dt vmb. av cst c-acp pns31 cst vmd vvi dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 av, cc av vvb p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
134 So God working upon us as Rational Creatures, doth expect that we do what we may; towards our turning to Him; So God working upon us as Rational Creatures, does expect that we do what we may; towards our turning to Him; av np1 vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp j n2, vdz vvi cst pns12 vdb r-crq pns12 vmb; p-acp po12 n-vvg p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
135 and this stirring up our Selves that our hearts may make us Willing, holds as to the first Grace by which the Will is determined, and as to that Subsequent grace, by which it is kept to its duty; and this stirring up our Selves that our hearts may make us Willing, holds as to the First Grace by which the Will is determined, and as to that Subsequent grace, by which it is kept to its duty; cc d vvg a-acp po12 n2 cst po12 n2 vmb vvi pno12 j, vvz a-acp p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq dt vmb vbz vvn, cc c-acp p-acp d j vvb, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
136 and in both Respects is Oppos'd, and in both Respects is Opposed, cc p-acp d n2 vbz vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
137 1. To Outward Judgments, and Foreign motives, which many a man is Influenc'd by, whose heart doth not make him willing; 1. To Outward Judgments, and Foreign motives, which many a man is Influenced by, whose heart does not make him willing; crd p-acp j n2, cc j n2, r-crq d dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp, rg-crq n1 vdz xx vvi pno31 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
138 and when 'tis so, the thing done, though otherwise Good and Praise-worthy, hath no acceptance with God: and when it's so, the thing done, though otherwise Good and Praiseworthy, hath no acceptance with God: cc c-crq pn31|vbz av, dt n1 vdn, c-acp av j cc j, vhz dx n1 p-acp np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
139 for 'tis not done willingly, that is sincerely: Jehu in his access to the Throne of his master Ahab, pretended Zeal to the Lord God of Israel, and in that pretended zeal pulled down the Altar and Images of Baal, and destroyed his Masters house, for it's not done willingly, that is sincerely: Jehu in his access to the Throne of his master Ahab, pretended Zeal to the Lord God of Israel, and in that pretended zeal pulled down the Altar and Images of Baal, and destroyed his Masters house, c-acp pn31|vbz xx vdn av-j, cst vbz av-j: np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1, j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp cst j-vvn n1 vvd a-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1, cc vvd po31 ng1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
140 and yet saith God (though Jehu did what he was commanded) I will avenge the blood of Jezreel upon the house of Jehu. and yet Says God (though Jehu did what he was commanded) I will avenge the blood of Jezrael upon the house of Jehu. cc av vvz np1 (c-acp np1 vdd r-crq pns31 vbds vvn) pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
141 The blood of that Woman as Bad as she was, was too good to be spilt upon so low an end as Jehu purposed to himself; The blood of that Woman as Bad as she was, was too good to be spilled upon so low an end as Jehu purposed to himself; dt n1 pp-f d n1 c-acp j c-acp pns31 vbds, vbds av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av j dt vvb p-acp np1 vvn p-acp px31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
142 for it seems it was not Gods Glory, but his own security or Revenge, or both: the like may be said as to custom or example, the latter of which, for it seems it was not God's Glory, but his own security or Revenge, or both: the like may be said as to custom or Exampl, the latter of which, p-acp pn31 vvz pn31 vbds xx npg1 n1, p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, cc av-d: dt av-j vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, dt d pp-f r-crq, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
143 though we may Lawfully make a good use of, yet when 'tis that only or Cheifly that prompts us to our Duty, It will never please God, though we may Lawfully make a good use of, yet when it's that only or Chiefly that prompts us to our Duty, It will never please God, cs pns12 vmb av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f, av c-crq pn31|vbz d j cc av-jn d vvz pno12 p-acp po12 n1, pn31 vmb av-x vvi np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
144 and generally He is made Willing by foreign motives, the Praise or fear or the example of men that he may not seem singular, any thing else that is short of Gods Glory, take away that, and He goeth no farther, and generally He is made Willing by foreign motives, the Praise or Fear or the Exampl of men that he may not seem singular, any thing Else that is short of God's Glory, take away that, and He Goes no farther, cc av-j pns31 vbz vvn j p-acp j n2, dt vvb cc vvb cc dt n1 pp-f n2 cst pns31 vmb xx vvi j, d n1 av cst vbz j pp-f npg1 n1, vvb av cst, cc pns31 vvz av-dx av-jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
145 as when you take away the weight that made the Clock go, it stoppeth. as when you take away the weight that made the Clock go, it stoppeth. c-acp c-crq pn22 vvb av dt n1 cst vvd dt n1 vvb, pn31 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
146 2. And It must be in opposition to the workings of Conscience enlightned, but not Renewed: for we may have a sense of our Duty when we have no Inclination to its performance. 2. And It must be in opposition to the workings of Conscience enlightened, but not Renewed: for we may have a sense of our Duty when we have no Inclination to its performance. crd cc pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vvd, p-acp xx j-vvn: c-acp pns12 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 c-crq pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
147 I don't say but 'tis better to do what is good and to forbear what is Evil, though it be only the sense of our Duty, without a Willing mind, prompting us to it, I don't say but it's better to do what is good and to forbear what is Evil, though it be only the sense of our Duty, without a Willing mind, prompting us to it, pns11 vdn|pn31 vvb p-acp pn31|vbz jc p-acp vdb q-crq vbz j cc p-acp vvb r-crq vbz j-jn, c-acp pn31 vbb av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt j n1, vvg pno12 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
148 and yet 'tis evident enough that this is a sort of Religion, which none should rest in: and yet it's evident enough that this is a sort of Religion, which none should rest in: cc av pn31|vbz j av-d cst d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pix vmd vvi p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
149 conscience when Enlightned but not Sanctified, may put Men upon doing something in Religion, which is far enough from what the Apostle calls Obeying from the heart; take a wicked Man at some Particular times, when he is under the Influences of Fear upon a Sick bed, and how free doth he seem to be from that rancor and prejudice that before appeared in him? Now he is for an Holy Life, Resolv'd on a sudden, now he is for Prayers and perhaps those Prayers which before he scoff'd at! What a change doth this seem to be? but yet this Work is but the Operation of an enlightned awakned conscience, melted, humbled under the sense of Gods Wrath; but yet as the metal when in the Fire was soft, when out of the Fire grows as hard or harder than before so do they that are only under the operation of fear, In their affliction they will seek me early, conscience when Enlightened but not Sanctified, may put Men upon doing something in Religion, which is Far enough from what the Apostle calls Obeying from the heart; take a wicked Man At Some Particular times, when he is under the Influences of fear upon a Sick Bed, and how free does he seem to be from that rancour and prejudice that before appeared in him? Now he is for an Holy Life, Resolved on a sudden, now he is for Prayers and perhaps those Prayers which before he scoffed At! What a change does this seem to be? but yet this Work is but the Operation of an enlightened awakened conscience, melted, humbled under the sense of God's Wrath; but yet as the metal when in the Fire was soft, when out of the Fire grows as hard or harder than before so do they that Are only under the operation of Fear, In their affliction they will seek me early, n1 c-crq vvd cc-acp xx vvn, vmb vvi n2 p-acp vdg pi p-acp n1, r-crq vbz av-j av-d p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz vvg p-acp dt n1; vvb dt j n1 p-acp d j n2, c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvb p-acp dt j n1, cc q-crq j vdz pns31 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1 cc n1 d a-acp vvd p-acp pno31? av pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, vvn p-acp dt j, av pns31 vbz p-acp n2 cc av d n2 r-crq c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp! q-crq dt n1 vdz d vvi pc-acp vbi? cc-acp av d vvb vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvd vvn n1, vvn, j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; p-acp av c-acp dt n1 c-crq p-acp dt n1 vbds j, c-crq av pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp j cc av-jc cs a-acp av vdb pns32 cst vbr av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb, p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vmb vvi pno11 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 13
150 than they will cry, arise and save us. Jer. 2.26. 'tis Fear cheifly that works upon Conscience when enlightned only, but not Renewed and Sanctified. than they will cry, arise and save us. Jer. 2.26. it's fear chiefly that works upon Conscience when enlightened only, but not Renewed and Sanctified. cs pns32 vmb vvi, vvb cc vvb pno12. np1 crd. pn31|vbz vvb av-jn cst vvz p-acp n1 c-crq vvd av-j, cc-acp xx j-vvn cc vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 13
151 And therefore it is that when what they feared seems upon their Recovery to be at a distance from them, they fear it as little as before; And Therefore it is that when what they feared seems upon their Recovery to be At a distance from them, they Fear it as little as before; cc av pn31 vbz d c-crq q-crq pns32 vvd vvz p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp j c-acp a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
152 for fear is not lasting; he whose Conscience only doth stir him up to his Duty, will seek an advantage one time or other to be at liberty from his fears: for he is as a man in Prison that cannot go and do as he would, for Fear is not lasting; he whose Conscience only does stir him up to his Duty, will seek an advantage one time or other to be At liberty from his fears: for he is as a man in Prison that cannot go and do as he would, p-acp vvb vbz xx vvg; pns31 rg-crq n1 av-j vdz vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 n1, vmb vvi dt n1 crd n1 cc j-jn pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2: c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cst vmbx vvi cc vdb c-acp pns31 vmd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
153 but an heart made Willing by the Grace of God, and making us Willing is enlarg'd to its Duty; were there more of this disposition of mind in us, there would be less need of the Restraints or Constraints of Conscience, 'tis to be observ'd in the Children of Israel at the first setting up of the Tabernacle, their own hearts stirring them up, they did so forward the work that Moses made a Proclamation throughout the Camp, let no Man make any more work for the Tabernacle, but an heart made Willing by the Grace of God, and making us Willing is enlarged to its Duty; were there more of this disposition of mind in us, there would be less need of the Restraints or Constraints of Conscience, it's to be observed in the Children of Israel At the First setting up of the Tabernacle, their own hearts stirring them up, they did so forward the work that Moses made a Proclamation throughout the Camp, let no Man make any more work for the Tabernacle, cc-acp dt n1 vvd j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n-vvg pno12 j vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1; vbdr a-acp av-dc pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vmd vbi av-dc n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ord vvg p-acp pp-f dt n1, po32 d n2 vvg pno32 a-acp, pns32 vdd av av-j dt n1 cst np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb dx n1 vvi d dc n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
154 and so the People were restrained. and so the People were restrained. cc av dt n1 vbdr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
155 Exod. 36.6, 7. For want of this there is no need in any Publick work to restrain men from over doing; Exod 36.6, 7. For want of this there is no need in any Public work to restrain men from over doing; np1 crd, crd p-acp n1 pp-f d pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp a-acp vdg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
156 It were well if by any means men would be constrained to their Duty. It were well if by any means men would be constrained to their Duty. pn31 vbdr av cs p-acp d n2 n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
157 2. This willing mind consists in a chearfull performance of our Duty; he that can live under a sense of his Duty, and can attain to a Resolvedness to stick to its Performance, and in the performance can find in himself a chearfullness of mind, hath attain'd a good measure of that diposition of Spirit, which the Apostle makes so necessary to our acceptance and Reward: for where the Will is subdued, it doth carry with it the subordinate affections and so where the Will is, Love is, 2. This willing mind consists in a cheerful performance of our Duty; he that can live under a sense of his Duty, and can attain to a Resolvedness to stick to its Performance, and in the performance can find in himself a cheerfulness of mind, hath attained a good measure of that disposition of Spirit, which the Apostle makes so necessary to our acceptance and Reward: for where the Will is subdued, it does carry with it the subordinate affections and so where the Will is, Love is, crd d j n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1; pns31 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp px31 dt n1 pp-f n1, vhz vvd dt j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz av j p-acp po12 n1 cc vvb: p-acp c-crq dt vmb vbz vvn, pn31 vdz vvi p-acp pn31 dt j n2 cc av c-crq dt vmb vbz, vvb vbz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
158 and where Love is, delight will be The great Promise of God is to write his Laws upon our hearts, now this writing the Law in the heart signifieth an act of Grace upon the Will towards Gods Law, rather than upon the understanding to know it: and where Love is, delight will be The great Promise of God is to write his Laws upon our hearts, now this writing the Law in the heart signifies an act of Grace upon the Will towards God's Law, rather than upon the understanding to know it: cc q-crq vvb vbz, vvb vmb vbi dt j vvb pp-f np1 vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp po12 n2, av d vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1, av-c cs p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
159 for the misery of man lyeth not so much in an Ignorance of Gods Will, as in an enmity to it; now when God takes away this enmity, and puts a new byas into our Souls Love and delight will not only constrain us to Obedience, but will make it more or less Easy and Delightfull: Most things are to us as we stand affected to them, and therefore that is a delight to one, that to another is a burden; but now God in order to Reduce us to our Duty, doth give us disposition suitable to it, for the misery of man lies not so much in an Ignorance of God's Will, as in an enmity to it; now when God Takes away this enmity, and puts a new bias into our Souls Love and delight will not only constrain us to obedience, but will make it more or less Easy and Delightful: Most things Are to us as we stand affected to them, and Therefore that is a delight to one, that to Another is a burden; but now God in order to Reduce us to our Duty, does give us disposition suitable to it, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz xx av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 vmb, a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31; av c-crq np1 vvz av d n1, cc vvz dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2 vvb cc vvb vmb xx av-j vvi pno12 p-acp n1, p-acp vmb vvi pn31 dc cc av-dc j cc j: av-ds n2 vbr pc-acp pno12 p-acp pns12 vvb vvn p-acp pno32, cc av cst vbz dt vvb p-acp crd, cst p-acp j-jn vbz dt n1; p-acp av np1 p-acp n1 p-acp vvb pno12 p-acp po12 n1, vdz vvi pno12 n1 j p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
160 and therefore when this Will of God meets with a disposition suitable to it, 'tis this makes obedience Easie, and us chearfull in it, thy Law is in my heart, I delight to do thy Will O God. Psal. 40.8. and Therefore when this Will of God meets with a disposition suitable to it, it's this makes Obedience Easy, and us cheerful in it, thy Law is in my heart, I delight to do thy Will Oh God. Psalm 40.8. cc av c-crq d vmb pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 j p-acp pn31, pn31|vbz d vvz n1 np1, cc pno12 j p-acp pn31, po21 n1 vbz p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vvb pc-acp vdi po21 n1 uh np1. np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
161 So that he that cannot delight himself in the Almighty, nor in his Duty, is never like to persist in it, Psal. 37.4. I do not extend this so far as to exclude all those from the Grace of God, that have not the Swavitys of Religion, those sensitive Joys and Affections which are rather the Evidences of the full assurance of understanding, than of Grace in its lower degrees, but I speak it in this sense, that what we do in obedience to Gods Will must not be a burden to us: So that he that cannot delight himself in the Almighty, nor in his Duty, is never like to persist in it, Psalm 37.4. I do not extend this so Far as to exclude all those from the Grace of God, that have not the Swavitys of Religion, those sensitive Joys and Affections which Are rather the Evidences of the full assurance of understanding, than of Grace in its lower Degrees, but I speak it in this sense, that what we do in Obedience to God's Will must not be a burden to us: av cst pns31 cst vmbx vvb px31 p-acp dt j-jn, ccx p-acp po31 n1, vbz av-x av-j p-acp vvb p-acp pn31, np1 crd. pns11 vdb xx vvi d av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi d d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vhb xx dt np1 pp-f n1, d j n2 cc n2 r-crq vbr av dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f vvg, cs pp-f vvb p-acp po31 jc n2, p-acp pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp d n1, cst r-crq pns12 vdb p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 vmb zz xx vbi dt n1 p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
162 for what is a burden though for a time we may bear it, one time or other we shall lay it down, at least we must be so far Reconciled to our Duty, that we had rather do it, for what is a burden though for a time we may bear it, one time or other we shall lay it down, At lest we must be so Far Reconciled to our Duty, that we had rather do it, p-acp r-crq vbz dt n1 cs p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi pn31, crd n1 cc j-jn pns12 vmb vvi pn31 a-acp, p-acp cs pns12 vmb vbi av av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1, cst pns12 vhd av-c vdb pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
163 than Neglect: for what we Do grudgingly, and had rather do otherwise though for some reasons we do it, 'tis in the sight of God as if we did it not. than Neglect: for what we Do grudgingly, and had rather do otherwise though for Some Reasons we do it, it's in the sighed of God as if we did it not. cs vvb: p-acp r-crq pns12 vdb av-vvg, cc vhd av-c vdb av cs p-acp d n2 pns12 vdb pn31, pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp cs pns12 vdd pn31 xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 15
164 2. The necessity of this disposition will appear if you consider two things. 2. The necessity of this disposition will appear if you Consider two things. crd dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi cs pn22 vvb crd n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
165 1. No good in an Ordinary way will be done without it, to do is more than to Will in some respect. Rom. 7.18. The Apostle found it so, the Apostle doth not absolutely deny a Power Imparted to him for the doing Good; 1. No good in an Ordinary Way will be done without it, to do is more than to Will in Some respect. Rom. 7.18. The Apostle found it so, the Apostle does not absolutely deny a Power Imparted to him for the doing Good; crd dx j p-acp dt j n1 vmb vbi vdn p-acp pn31, p-acp vdb vbz dc cs p-acp vmb p-acp d n1. np1 crd. dt n1 vvd pn31 av, dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt vdg av-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 15
166 for I beleive he speaks of himself, as renewed by the Grace of God, but he compares doing and Willing, and tells us he found it easier to Will than to perform; now if where the Willing mind is, a Power to do may be wanting, It will be much more so, where the Willing Mind is not, I know where the Willing Mind, which is first in order of nature, is vouchsafed the Tower to Perform shall be given in some measure, yet It must needs be that where that which is first in order of Nature and not obtain'd, that which depends upon it cannot be expected, for as in going up the Ladder you must begin at the lowest range, for I believe he speaks of himself, as renewed by the Grace of God, but he compares doing and Willing, and tells us he found it Easier to Will than to perform; now if where the Willing mind is, a Power to do may be wanting, It will be much more so, where the Willing Mind is not, I know where the Willing Mind, which is First in order of nature, is vouchsafed the Tower to Perform shall be given in Some measure, yet It must needs be that where that which is First in order of Nature and not obtained, that which depends upon it cannot be expected, for as in going up the Ladder you must begin At the lowest range, c-acp pns11 vvb pns31 vvz pp-f px31, p-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pns31 vvz vdg cc j, cc vvz pno12 pns31 vvd pn31 jc p-acp vmb cs p-acp vvb; av cs c-crq dt vvg n1 vbz, dt n1 pc-acp vdi vmb vbi vvg, pn31 vmb vbi av-d av-dc av, c-crq dt vvg n1 vbz xx, pns11 vvb c-crq dt vvg n1, r-crq vbz ord p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vbz vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, av pn31 vmb av vbi d q-crq d r-crq vbz ord p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc xx vvn, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, p-acp a-acp p-acp vvg a-acp dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt js n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 15
167 so in order to acceptable Obedience, we must begin at the Willing Mind; the reason why the Stony ground brought not forth any thing to perfection, was this it had no depth of Earth to cherish the Seed, so is all Obedience without an heart made Willing; either it will not be at all, or it Will wither, as the Grass upon the house top, wherewith the Mower filleth not his hands so in order to acceptable obedience, we must begin At the Willing Mind; the reason why the Stony ground brought not forth any thing to perfection, was this it had no depth of Earth to cherish the Seed, so is all obedience without an heart made Willing; either it will not be At all, or it Will wither, as the Grass upon the house top, wherewith the Mower fills not his hands av p-acp n1 p-acp j n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt vvg n1; dt n1 c-crq dt j n1 vvd xx av d n1 p-acp n1, vbds d zz vhd dx n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, av vbz d n1 p-acp dt n1 vvd j; d pn31 vmb xx vbi p-acp d, cc pn31 vmb vvi, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz xx po31 n2 (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 15
168 2. This Willing Mind doth so forward men to that which tends to Gods Glory, and the Good of others, that this may convince us of its necessity; thus then the person pleads not excuses, layes aside his delays, is exalted above Discouragments, and ordinarily we may expect assisting Grace to perform, when by the grace of God we are Inclin'd to our Duty. 2. This Willing Mind does so forward men to that which tends to God's Glory, and the Good of Others, that this may convince us of its necessity; thus then the person pleads not excuses, lays aside his delays, is exalted above Discouragements, and ordinarily we may expect assisting Grace to perform, when by the grace of God we Are Inclined to our Duty. crd d j n1 vdz av av-j n2 p-acp d r-crq vvz p-acp ng1 n1, cc dt j pp-f n2-jn, cst d vmb vvi pno12 pp-f po31 n1; av av dt n1 vvz xx n2, vvz av po31 n2, vbz vvn p-acp n2, cc av-jn pns12 vmb vvi vvg n1 p-acp vvi, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 15
169 1. We are apt to excuse our selves out of our Duty, and the general excuse of wicked Men is, they Cannot; but the True Reason is our want of a Will: if men were really willing (as Mr. Fenner observes) they would do what they can, but when men can do something, at least frame their doings that they may turn to the Lord, consider, that they may Repent, hear, that they may consider and attend the word of God, and the places of his Worship, where they may hear their Duty and know their danger, 'tis evident that men can do this; 1. We Are apt to excuse our selves out of our Duty, and the general excuse of wicked Men is, they Cannot; but the True Reason is our want of a Will: if men were really willing (as Mr. Fenner observes) they would do what they can, but when men can do something, At least frame their doings that they may turn to the Lord, Consider, that they may repent, hear, that they may Consider and attend the word of God, and the places of his Worship, where they may hear their Duty and know their danger, it's evident that men can do this; crd pns12 vbr j p-acp vvb po12 n2 av pp-f po12 n1, cc dt j vvb pp-f j n2 vbz, pns32 vmbx; p-acp dt j n1 vbz po12 vvb pp-f dt n1: cs n2 vbdr av-j vvg (c-acp n1 np1 vvz) pns32 vmd vdb r-crq pns32 vmb, p-acp c-crq n2 vmb vdi pi, p-acp ds vvb po32 n2-vdg d pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, vvb, cst pns32 vmb vvi, vvb, cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1 cc vvb po32 n1, pn31|vbz j cst n2 vmb vdi d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 16
170 what should hinder them? Now when men can do this and yet will not, what should hinder them? Now when men can do this and yet will not, q-crq vmd vvi pno32? av c-crq n2 vmb vdb d cc av vmb xx, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 16
171 and then pretend excuses, how Justly may God Condemn such persons? an heart made Willing layes aside excuses, there is no Lion in that Mans way; and then pretend excuses, how Justly may God Condemn such Persons? an heart made Willing lays aside excuses, there is no lion in that men Way; cc av vvb n2, c-crq av-j vmb np1 vvb d n2? dt n1 vvd j n2 av n2, a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d ng1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 16
172 pleading excuses argues, that there is at the present a contest within as to our Duty, whither we shall or no, and so far as we Cleave to our excuses, so far we take part with Sin, against Conscience and Conviction, for the design of Conviction is to put us forward, but the design of excuses is to draw us out of the hands of Mercy. pleading excuses argues, that there is At the present a contest within as to our Duty, whither we shall or no, and so Far as we Cleave to our excuses, so Far we take part with since, against Conscience and Conviction, for the Design of Conviction is to put us forward, but the Design of excuses is to draw us out of the hands of Mercy. vvg n2 vvz, cst pc-acp vbz p-acp dt j dt vvi p-acp a-acp p-acp po12 n1, c-crq pns12 vmb cc dx, cc av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2, av av-j po12 vvb vvi p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt vvb pp-f n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz p-acp vvb pno12 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 16
173 An heart made willing, as far as 'tis really willing, lays aside its excuses. an heart made willing, as Far as it's really willing, lays aside its excuses. dt n1 vvd j, c-acp av-j c-acp pn31|vbz av-j j, vvz av po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 16
174 Peter had an Excuse, in appearance a good one, we have toiled all Night, and taken nothing, nevertheless at thy word I will cast in the Net. Peter had an Excuse, in appearance a good one, we have toiled all Night, and taken nothing, nevertheless At thy word I will cast in the Net. np1 vhd dt vvb, p-acp n1 dt j pi, pns12 vhb vvn d n1, cc vvn pix, av p-acp po21 n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 16
175 2. This Willing Mind will not be put off with delays, 'tis said, that he that believeth will not make haste, but 'tis meant of the thing Promised and Expected, in relation to which he that Believeth will wait, and not precipitate the Counsell of God, 2. This Willing Mind will not be put off with delays, it's said, that he that Believeth will not make haste, but it's meant of the thing Promised and Expected, in Relation to which he that Believeth will wait, and not precipitate the Counsel of God, crd d j n1 vmb xx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n2, pn31|vbz vvd, cst pns31 cst vvz vmb xx vvi n1, p-acp pn31|vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 j-vvn cc vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 cst vvz vmb vvi, cc xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 16
176 nor the accomplishment of the Promise either before its time, or in an unlawfull manner; but in Relation to our Duty, the sooner, generaly the better; for we may set about it too late, but seldom or never too soon. So that he that is really Willing to turn to God, doth determine to do it presently, deferring to hereafter is the fruit of an unwilling Mind. Pro. 3.27, 28. Withhold not good from him to whom it is due, nor the accomplishment of the Promise either before its time, or in an unlawful manner; but in Relation to our Duty, the sooner, generally the better; for we may Set about it too late, but seldom or never too soon. So that he that is really Willing to turn to God, does determine to do it presently, deferring to hereafter is the fruit of an unwilling Mind. Pro 3.27, 28. Withhold not good from him to whom it is due, ccx dt n1 pp-f dt vvb d p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt j n1; p-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1, dt av-c, av-j dt jc; p-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 av av-j, p-acp av cc av-x av av. av cst pns31 cst vbz av-j j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, vdz vvi pc-acp vdi pn31 av-j, vvg p-acp av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. np1 crd, crd vvb xx j p-acp pno31 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 16
177 when it is in the Power of thy hands to do it, Say not to thy Neighbour go and come again, when it is in the Power of thy hands to do it, Say not to thy Neighbour go and come again, c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2 pc-acp vdi pn31, vvb xx p-acp po21 n1 vvi cc vvi av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
178 and to Morrow I will give, when thou hast it by thee. and to Morrow I will give, when thou hast it by thee. cc p-acp n1 pns11 vmb vvi, c-crq pns21 vh2 pn31 p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
179 The Wise Man considered that delaying is not safe, for we may either loose the Opportunity of doing, The Wise Man considered that delaying is not safe, for we may either lose the Opportunity of doing, dt j n1 vvd d vvg vbz xx j, c-acp pns12 vmb d j dt n1 pp-f vdg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
180 or, which is worse, the Will to perform, the present Impression as well as the present opportunity may be gone by delaying without a good cause, we make no Conscience of the Command that relates to the Time, and to Morrow we may make no Conscience of that part of the Command that relates to the thing it self. The Apostle whom God at an Instant Inclin'd to his Duty, did immediately set about it, Gal. •. 15, 16, 17 But when it pleased God, who separated me from my Mothers Womb, or, which is Worse, the Will to perform, the present Impression as well as the present opportunity may be gone by delaying without a good cause, we make no Conscience of the Command that relates to the Time, and to Morrow we may make no Conscience of that part of the Command that relates to the thing it self. The Apostle whom God At an Instant Inclined to his Duty, did immediately Set about it, Gal. •. 15, 16, 17 But when it pleased God, who separated me from my Mother's Womb, cc, r-crq vbz av-jc, dt vmb p-acp vvi, dt j n1 c-acp av c-acp dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1, pns12 vvb dx n1 pp-f dt vvb cst vvz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp n1 pns12 vmb vvi dx n1 pp-f d vvb pp-f dt vvb cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1. dt n1 ro-crq np1 p-acp dt j-jn vvn p-acp po31 n1, vdd av-j vvn p-acp pn31, np1 •. crd, crd, crd p-acp c-crq pn31 vvd np1, r-crq vvd pno11 p-acp po11 ng1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
181 and called me by his grace to reveal his Son in me, that I might Preach him among the eathen, immediately I conferred not with flesh and Blood. and called me by his grace to reveal his Son in me, that I might Preach him among the eathen, immediately I conferred not with Flesh and Blood. cc vvd pno11 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno11, cst pns11 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt j-jn, av-j pns11 vvd xx p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
182 And therefore it must needs be a general mistake in the World for men to pretend that they are not only Convinced that 'tis their Duty to lead a new Life, And Therefore it must needs be a general mistake in the World for men to pretend that they Are not only Convinced that it's their Duty to led a new Life, cc av pn31 vmb av vbi dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vbr xx av-j vvn cst pn31|vbz po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
183 but Willing, and yet this must not be till hereafter. but Willing, and yet this must not be till hereafter. cc-acp j, cc av d vmb xx vbi p-acp av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
184 And yet think it shall be well enough, especially if it should happen that they live to that hereafter; And yet think it shall be well enough, especially if it should happen that they live to that hereafter; cc av vvb pn31 vmb vbi av av-d, av-j cs pn31 vmd vvi cst pns32 vvb p-acp cst av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 17
185 'tis true in some cases and as to some particular dutys, It may consist with a willing mind to defer them, it's true in Some cases and as to Some particular duties, It may consist with a willing mind to defer them, pn31|vbz j p-acp d n2 cc c-acp p-acp d j n2, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 17
186 when the present time is not convenient, or when the time to come may prove more advantagious; when the present time is not convenient, or when the time to come may prove more advantageous; c-crq dt j n1 vbz xx j, cc c-crq dt n1 pc-acp vvi vmb vvi av-dc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 17
187 but as to the amendment of a Mans life, to pretend to be willing, but not for the present, but as to the amendment of a men life, to pretend to be willing, but not for the present, cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp xx p-acp dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 17
188 as in it self 'tis not a real willingness, so in some respect 'tis a resolution to the contrary of what we pretend to, as in it self it's not a real willingness, so in Some respect it's a resolution to the contrary of what we pretend to, c-acp p-acp pn31 n1 pn31|vbz xx dt j n1, av p-acp d n1 pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 17
189 and therefore how can such a purpose be pleasing to God? consider that besides the danger that you run, and Therefore how can such a purpose be pleasing to God? Consider that beside the danger that you run, cc av q-crq vmb d dt n1 vbb vvg p-acp np1? vvb cst p-acp dt n1 cst pn22 vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 17
190 and the presumption that you manifest, that the grace and Mercy of God, nay, God himself shall be at your beck, and the presumption that you manifest, that the grace and Mercy of God, nay, God himself shall be At your beck, cc dt n1 cst pn22 j, cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, uh-x, np1 px31 vmb vbi p-acp po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 17
191 when you shall be at leisure to return to him you do at present resolve that as yet you will not as if you had not enough provoked the Almighty as if the time past of your Life did not suffice you to have wrought wickedness, when you shall be At leisure to return to him you do At present resolve that as yet you will not as if you had not enough provoked the Almighty as if the time past of your Life did not suffice you to have wrought wickedness, c-crq pn22 vmb vbi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 pn22 vdb p-acp vvi vvi d c-acp av pn22 vmb xx c-acp cs pn22 vhd xx av-d vvn dt j-jn c-acp cs dt n1 j pp-f po22 n1 vdd xx vvi pn22 pc-acp vhi vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
192 but you will continue to do so longer; but you will continue to do so longer; cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vdi av av-jc; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
193 you do in effect declare that you ought to live otherwise, than you have done, that you must do otherwise, you do in Effect declare that you ought to live otherwise, than you have done, that you must do otherwise, pn22 vdb p-acp vvi vvi cst pn22 vmd pc-acp vvi av, cs pn22 vhb vdn, cst pn22 vmb vdi av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
194 and be other manner of persons, and yet though you have wronged God already, and wearied the Almighty, and be other manner of Persons, and yet though you have wronged God already, and wearied the Almighty, cc vbi j-jn n1 pp-f n2, cc av cs pn22 vhb vvn np1 av, cc vvd dt j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
195 and though if you die in your Sins without repentance you expect damnation; and though if you die in your Sins without Repentance you expect damnation; cc c-acp cs pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n1 pn22 vvb n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
196 and though you have no assurance that God will give you longer time, as to be sure you have not yet, you will venture upon it, you will run the hazard of being damned, under a pretence that you will do your Duty hereafter, and though you have no assurance that God will give you longer time, as to be sure you have not yet, you will venture upon it, you will run the hazard of being damned, under a pretence that you will do your Duty hereafter, cc cs pn22 vhb dx n1 cst np1 vmb vvi pn22 av-jc n1, c-acp pc-acp vbi j pn22 vhb xx av, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn, p-acp dt n1 cst pn22 vmb vdi po22 n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
197 when you have spent your time in Sin, and can do God no Service; when you have spent your time in since, and can do God no Service; c-crq pn22 vhb vvn po22 n1 p-acp n1, cc vmb vdi np1 dx n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
198 when you can Sin no longer, you will cease to do Evil, and when you can do nothing, when you can since no longer, you will cease to do Evil, and when you can do nothing, c-crq pn22 vmb n1 av-dx av-jc, pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vdi j-jn, cc c-crq pn22 vmb vdi pix, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
199 then you will learn to do well; then you will Learn to do well; cs pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vdi av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
200 when the day is at an end, you will go forth to your Labour, and when the Sun is setting then you will set forth for your Journey; when the day is At an end, you will go forth to your Labour, and when the Sun is setting then you will Set forth for your Journey; c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi av p-acp po22 n1, cc c-crq dt n1 vbz vvg av pn22 vmb vvi av p-acp po22 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
201 can this delaying consist with a willing mind; 3. As for discouragements, this disposition of mind will help us to overcome them. can this delaying consist with a willing mind; 3. As for discouragements, this disposition of mind will help us to overcome them. vmb d vvg vvi p-acp dt j n1; crd p-acp p-acp n2, d n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
202 In the best of times well doing will meet with if not direct opposition at least discouragements, In the best of times well doing will meet with if not Direct opposition At least discouragements, p-acp dt js pp-f n2 av vdg vmb vvi p-acp cs xx j n1 p-acp ds n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 18
203 for whilst the World continueth, the Seed of the Serpent which sprung up in Cain will be, The World will be ungrateful, malicious and opposit to what is good; for while the World Continueth, the Seed of the Serpent which sprung up in Cain will be, The World will be ungrateful, malicious and opposite to what is good; c-acp cs dt n1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvd a-acp p-acp np1 vmb vbi, dt n1 vmb vbi j, j cc j-jn p-acp r-crq vbz j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 18
204 even Morality hath had its Persecutors, much more shall all they that will live Godly in Christ Jesus; even Morality hath had its Persecutors, much more shall all they that will live Godly in christ jesus; av n1 vhz vhn po31 n2, d dc vmb d pns32 cst vmb vvi j p-acp np1 np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 18
205 the greatest Innocence, the strictest life, the most publick Spirit, the utmost caution shall never be able at all times and in all places, to protect the Servants of God from the tongues or hands and hatred, of the wicked, who rather than they will lose the opportunity of doing mischeif, will turn Christians, that under the pretence of the Christian name they may wreak their Malice upon them, that differ not from them, the greatest Innocence, the Strictest life, the most public Spirit, the utmost caution shall never be able At all times and in all places, to Pact the Servants of God from the tongues or hands and hatred, of the wicked, who rather than they will loose the opportunity of doing mischief's, will turn Christians, that under the pretence of the Christian name they may wreak their Malice upon them, that differ not from them, dt js n1, dt js n1, dt av-ds j n1, dt j n1 vmb av-x vbi j p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 cc n1, pp-f dt j, r-crq av-c cs pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f vdg ng1, vmb vvi np1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp vvi pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno32, cst vvb xx p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 18
206 but in those things wherein they themselves differ from what they pretend to; but in those things wherein they themselves differ from what they pretend to; cc-acp p-acp d n2 c-crq pns32 px32 vvi p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 19
207 these men will shew a Reverence to the deceased Apostles and Disciples of our Saviour, that they may mischief the living ones, these men will show a reverence to the deceased Apostles and Disciples of our Saviour, that they may mischief the living ones, d n2 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1, cst pns32 vmb n1 dt j-vvg pi2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 19
208 Nay sometimes persecute them for that very thing, for which the Apostles and Disciples of our Lord are reverenced among Christians; Nay sometime persecute them for that very thing, for which the Apostles and Disciples of our Lord Are reverenced among Christians; uh av vvi pno32 p-acp d j n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbr vvn p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 19
209 Just so the Jews did build and adorn the Sepulchers of the Prophets whom their fathers slew, and did to the Disciples what their fathers did to the Prophets; Just so the jews did built and adorn the Sepulchers of the prophets whom their Father's slew, and did to the Disciples what their Father's did to the prophets; av av dt np2 vdd vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 r-crq po32 n2 vvd, cc vdd p-acp dt n2 r-crq po32 n2 vdd p-acp dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 19
210 Now this disposition of mind will help us against these discouragements, for 'tis our unresolvedness that makes the discouragements that lye in our way, more and greater than they are. Now this disposition of mind will help us against these discouragements, for it's our unresolvedness that makes the discouragements that lie in our Way, more and greater than they Are. av d n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d n2, c-acp pn31|vbz po12 n1 cst vvz dt n2 cst vvb p-acp po12 n1, av-dc cc jc cs pns32 vbr. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 19
211 4. Where this is, we may expect Gods assisting Grace to help us to do what by his Grace we are Inclined to, for though willing and doing are not equally easy, 4. Where this is, we may expect God's assisting Grace to help us to do what by his Grace we Are Inclined to, for though willing and doing Are not equally easy, crd c-crq d vbz, pns12 vmb vvi npg1 vvg n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vdi r-crq p-acp po31 n1 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp, c-acp cs j cc vdg vbr xx av-j j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
212 yet if we humbly go to God under the sense of our Duty, and do not lean too much to our own Resolutions, God will not be wanting to us, his Grace shall be sufficient for us, Philip. 1.6. Being confident of this very thing that he that hath begun a good work in you, will perform it untill the day of Jesus Christ; yet if we humbly go to God under the sense of our Duty, and do not lean too much to our own Resolutions, God will not be wanting to us, his Grace shall be sufficient for us, Philip. 1.6. Being confident of this very thing that he that hath begun a good work in you, will perform it until the day of jesus christ; av cs pns12 av-j vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc vdb xx vvi av av-d p-acp po12 d n2, np1 vmb xx vbi vvg p-acp pno12, po31 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno12, n1. crd. vbg j pp-f d j n1 cst pns31 cst vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp pn22, vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
213 'tis true, God keeps this grace in his own hands, but yet the giving of the first grace doth give us cause to depend upon him for this also, which we shall be sure to obtain, it's true, God keeps this grace in his own hands, but yet the giving of the First grace does give us cause to depend upon him for this also, which we shall be sure to obtain, pn31|vbz j, np1 vvz d n1 p-acp po31 d n2, cc-acp av dt vvg pp-f dt ord n1 vdz vvi pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d av, r-crq pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
214 if we do not forfeit it by our neglects. if we do not forfeit it by our neglects. cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp po12 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
215 I say again, where this willing Mind is in truth, It will cause that we shall not be Barren nor Unfruitful in the knowledg of our Lord Jesus Christ; for the Kingdom of God doth not consist in Word but in Power, I say again, where this willing Mind is in truth, It will cause that we shall not be Barren nor Unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord jesus christ; for the Kingdom of God does not consist in Word but in Power, pns11 vvb av, c-crq d j n1 vbz p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vvi cst pns12 vmb xx vbi j ccx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp n1 cc-acp p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
216 nor in wishing and willing, but in doing and performing. nor in wishing and willing, but in doing and performing. ccx p-acp vvg cc vvg, cc-acp p-acp vdg cc vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
217 3. Having shewn in the general the necessity of this disposition of Mind, I would more particularly consider it as 'tis necessary to Ministers, to whom whilst I am speaking I would not be thought to pretend to speak what they can't tell me, 3. Having shown in the general the necessity of this disposition of Mind, I would more particularly Consider it as it's necessary to Ministers, to whom while I am speaking I would not be Thought to pretend to speak what they can't tell me, crd vhg vvn p-acp dt j dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmd n1 av-j vvi pn31 c-acp pn31|vbz j p-acp n2, p-acp ro-crq cs pns11 vbm vvg pns11 vmd xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vmb|pn31 vvi pno11, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 19
218 as well as I do them, but only to put them in Remembrance of what they all know. as well as I do them, but only to put them in Remembrance of what they all know. c-acp av c-acp pns11 vdb pno32, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 d vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 19
219 1. Therefore we all know and therefore should consider that the bare Art of Preuching, as a task expected at our hands every Lords-day, can never please God, 1. Therefore we all know and Therefore should Consider that the bore Art of Preuching, as a task expected At our hands every Lord's day, can never please God, crd av pns12 d vvb cc av vmd vvi d dt vvd n1 pp-f vvg, c-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp po12 n2 d n1, vmb av-x vvi np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
220 but the Mind with which this and every other part of our Duty is perform'd. but the Mind with which this and every other part of our Duty is performed. cc-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq d cc d j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
221 God is a great God, and a good Master, and therefore a little forc'd service without our Wills, God is a great God, and a good Master, and Therefore a little forced service without our Wills, np1 vbz dt j np1, cc dt j n1, cc av dt j j-vvn n1 p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
222 or against our Will, done because we dare not for shame do otherwise, can this be Accepted and Rewarded? 'tis said in the general there must be a Willing Mind, and then God accepts men according to what they have and can do, or against our Will, done Because we Dare not for shame do otherwise, can this be Accepted and Rewarded? it's said in the general there must be a Willing Mind, and then God accepts men according to what they have and can do, cc p-acp po12 n1, vdn c-acp pns12 vvb xx p-acp n1 vdb av, vmb d vbi vvn cc vvn? pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1, cc av np1 vvz n2 vvg p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb cc vmb vdi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
223 and not according to what we have not, and therefore cannot do, 2 Cor. 8.12. This must be first in all men, and first in us Ministers above other men; and not according to what we have not, and Therefore cannot do, 2 Cor. 8.12. This must be First in all men, and First in us Ministers above other men; cc xx vvg p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb xx, cc av vmbx vdi, crd np1 crd. d vmb vbi ord p-acp d n2, cc ord p-acp pno12 n2 p-acp j-jn n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
224 Our work is so great in turning Men from Darkness to Light, and from the power of Satan to God, that no Man is sufficient for it, Our work is so great in turning Men from Darkness to Light, and from the power of Satan to God, that no Man is sufficient for it, po12 n1 vbz av j p-acp vvg n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, cst dx n1 vbz j p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
225 and yet notwithstanding our insufficiency for the work, and our lame defective Performance of our Duty, God 's declared readiness to accept our endeavours and to Pardon our defects, should at least convince us of the necessity of this disposition, that by it we may chearfully perform our Duty, and yet notwithstanding our insufficiency for the work, and our lame defective Performance of our Duty, God is declared readiness to accept our endeavours and to Pardon our defects, should At least convince us of the necessity of this disposition, that by it we may cheerfully perform our Duty, cc av p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc po12 j j n1 pp-f po12 n1, np1 vbz vvn n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2, vmd p-acp ds vvi pno12 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst p-acp pn31 pns12 vmb av-j vvi po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
226 whilst we have Liberty and Opportunity; while we have Liberty and Opportunity; cs pns12 vhb n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
227 for if we get this, It will quicken us to our Duty, It will assist us in it, It will make us Patient in waiting for the success, which if it do not answer our endeavours and desires, for if we get this, It will quicken us to our Duty, It will assist us in it, It will make us Patient in waiting for the success, which if it do not answer our endeavours and Desires, c-acp cs pns12 vvb d, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp pn31, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 j p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, r-crq cs pn31 vdb xx vvi po12 n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
228 yet the want of success shall never deprive us of the acceptance of God, who in rewarding Ministers doth chiefly look to this disposition; yet the want of success shall never deprive us of the acceptance of God, who in rewarding Ministers does chiefly look to this disposition; av dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-x vvi pno12 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp vvg n2 vdz av-jn vvi p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
229 by this means we shall be press'd in Spirit to our Duty and by doing our Duty, we shall Increase this disposition of mind; by this means we shall be pressed in Spirit to our Duty and by doing our Duty, we shall Increase this disposition of mind; p-acp d n2 pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc p-acp vdg po12 n1, pns12 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
230 then shall we know if we follow on to know the Lord. Alas! to see the world about us lying in wickedness, and yet hating to be Reform'd, then shall we know if we follow on to know the Lord. Alas! to see the world about us lying in wickedness, and yet hating to be Reformed, av vmb pns12 vvi cs pns12 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1. uh! pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12 vvg p-acp n1, cc av vvg pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
231 and hating those that would tell them they have need to Reform. and hating those that would tell them they have need to Reform. cc vvg d cst vmd vvi pno32 pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
232 And to see the world sitting in Darkness, and yet avoiding the Light, should not this convince us that we have need to get a disposition of Mind, that may stir us up to do something to amend all this? how little will be done by us without this disposition, seeing so little is done with it? And to see the world sitting in Darkness, and yet avoiding the Light, should not this convince us that we have need to get a disposition of Mind, that may stir us up to do something to amend all this? how little will be done by us without this disposition, seeing so little is done with it? cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvg p-acp n1, cc av vvg dt n1, vmd xx d vvi pno12 d pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vmb vvi pno12 a-acp pc-acp vdi pi pc-acp vvi d d? q-crq av-j vmb vbi vdn p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, vvg av j vbz vdn p-acp pn31? (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 21
233 2. Besides, The nature of our Employment and business, which is to Preach Good Will toward Men, the love of God in giving his Son to dye for us, the love of Christ in giving his life for us, doth require a frame of mind suitable to the errand that we bring. 2. Beside, The nature of our Employment and business, which is to Preach Good Will towards Men, the love of God in giving his Son to die for us, the love of christ in giving his life for us, does require a frame of mind suitable to the errand that we bring. crd p-acp, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp pno12, vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 j p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 21
234 If we were to open the Prophets Roll in which was nothing but Lamentation and Wo, we were the more excusable, If we were to open the prophets Roll in which was nothing but Lamentation and Woe, we were the more excusable, cs pns12 vbdr pc-acp vvi dt n2 vvb p-acp r-crq vbds pix cc-acp n1 cc n1, pns12 vbdr dt av-dc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 21
235 if we did hang back and say, send by the hands of him whom thou wilt send; if we did hang back and say, send by the hands of him whom thou wilt send; cs pns12 vdd vvi av cc vvi, vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno31 ro-crq pns21 vm2 vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 21
236 If we had received that message from God to you, that God delivered to the Child Samuel, a message that might make the Peoples ears to tingle, and their hearts to tremble, we might perhaps lye down again in our sloth as afraid to deliver it; If we had received that message from God to you, that God Delivered to the Child Samuel, a message that might make the Peoples ears to tingle, and their hearts to tremble, we might perhaps lie down again in our sloth as afraid to deliver it; cs pns12 vhd vvn d n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pn22, cst np1 vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, dt n1 cst vmd vvi dt ng1 n2 pc-acp vvi, cc po32 n2 pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmd av vvi a-acp av p-acp po12 n1 c-acp j pc-acp vvi pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 21
237 but this is the message that we bring, that God against whom man hath Sinned, from whom we have all departed in Adam, hath given man, Fallen, Sinfull Man, Eternal life, but this is the message that we bring, that God against whom man hath Sinned, from whom we have all departed in Adam, hath given man, Fallen, Sinful Man, Eternal life, cc-acp d vbz dt n1 cst pns12 vvb, cst np1 p-acp ro-crq n1 vhz vvn, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb d vvn p-acp np1, vhz vvn n1, vvn, j n1, j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 21
238 and this life is in his Son; and this life is in his Son; cc d n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 21
239 surely such an Employment, to be Messengers of such tidings, whatever reception it may meet with from wicked, surely such an Employment, to be Messengers of such tidings, whatever reception it may meet with from wicked, av-j d dt n1, pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f d n2, r-crq n1 pn31 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 21
240 and unreasonable Men, doth require in us Ministers a disposition of mind suitable to it. 3. The Ministerial work is attended with a peculiar Reward; and unreasonable Men, does require in us Ministers a disposition of mind suitable to it. 3. The Ministerial work is attended with a peculiar Reward; cc j n2, vdz vvi p-acp pno12 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1 j p-acp pn31. crd dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 21
241 there is a Reward peculiar to a Disciple, and a Reward peculiar to Ministers; there is a Reward peculiar to a Disciple, and a Reward peculiar to Ministers; a-acp vbz dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 j p-acp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
242 if I should tell you how sure and certain the Reward is, you might say so 'tis to all other men, if I should tell you how sure and certain the Reward is, you might say so it's to all other men, cs pns11 vmd vvi pn22 c-crq j cc j dt n1 vbz, pn22 vmd vvi av pn31|vbz p-acp d j-jn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
243 for all Offices of love and Charity, even the Least, so that he that giveth a Cup of cold water to a Disciple, in the name of a Disciple, shall Receive a Disciples reward; for all Offices of love and Charity, even the Least, so that he that gives a Cup of cold water to a Disciple, in the name of a Disciple, shall Receive a Disciples reward; p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, av dt ds, av cst pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi dt n2 vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
244 but yet tho' Ministers have no more certainty of a reward than other Men have, but yet though Ministers have no more certainty of a reward than other Men have, p-acp av cs n2 vhb dx dc n1 pp-f dt n1 cs j-jn n2 vhb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
245 yet they have the certainty of a greater reward, and therefore It is set out by the shining of the Sun in the Firmament. yet they have the certainty of a greater reward, and Therefore It is Set out by the shining of the Sun in the Firmament. av pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1, cc av pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
246 Now surely such a reward doth require a chearful willing Resolute performance of our Duty, Now surely such a reward does require a cheerful willing Resolute performance of our Duty, av av-j d dt n1 vdz vvi dt j j j n1 pp-f po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
247 and the rather because it is not conditioned upon our success in Converting, but our diligence in the performing our Duty; and the rather Because it is not conditioned upon our success in Converting, but our diligence in the performing our Duty; cc dt av-c c-acp pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp vvg, cc-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt vvg po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
248 for supposing that any Minister should not Convert one Soul (I beleive few that are faithful are so unhappy in their labours) yet if it should prove so, there is that which may relieve that Minister, We are (saith the Apostle) in them that perish a sweet savour to God. for supposing that any Minister should not Convert one Soul (I believe few that Are faithful Are so unhappy in their labours) yet if it should prove so, there is that which may relieve that Minister, We Are (Says the Apostle) in them that perish a sweet savour to God. c-acp vvg cst d n1 vmd xx vvb crd n1 (pns11 vvb d cst vbr j vbr av j p-acp po32 n2) av cs pn31 vmd vvi av, pc-acp vbz d r-crq vmb vvi d n1, pns12 vbr (vvz dt n1) p-acp pno32 cst vvb dt j n1 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
249 God that knoweth all Mens hearts doth see 'twas what such Ministers did desire and endeavour, God that Knoweth all Men's hearts does see 'twas what such Ministers did desire and endeavour, np1 cst vvz d ng2 n2 vdz vvi pn31|vbds q-crq d n2 vdd vvi cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
250 and God accepts them not according to the success, but their desires and endeavours, to which this disposition is so highly usefull. 4. The Practical Inferences are. and God accepts them not according to the success, but their Desires and endeavours, to which this disposition is so highly useful. 4. The Practical Inferences Are. cc np1 vvz pno32 xx p-acp p-acp dt n1, cc-acp po32 n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz av av-j j. crd dt j n2 vbr. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
251 1. This shews the Reason of our backwardness to our Duty, who is there that hath not his excuses for his neglects? but the plain truth is all our excuses and delays do proceed from our unwillingness; 1. This shows the Reason of our backwardness to our Duty, who is there that hath not his excuses for his neglects? but the plain truth is all our excuses and delays do proceed from our unwillingness; crd d vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1, r-crq vbz a-acp cst vhz xx po31 n2 p-acp po31 vvz? p-acp dt j n1 vbz d po12 n2 cc n2 vdb vvi p-acp po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
252 the Jews upon their recovery out of the Captivity, could not deny but 'twas fit that the Temple should be built, the jews upon their recovery out of the Captivity, could not deny but 'twas fit that the Temple should be built, dt np2 p-acp po32 n1 av pp-f dt n1, vmd xx vvi cc-acp pn31|vbds j cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
253 but 'twas no fit time to set about it, It went hard with them, they were newly come out of the Captivity, they were poor, they had many Enemies, but 'twas no fit time to Set about it, It went hard with them, they were newly come out of the Captivity, they were poor, they had many Enemies, cc-acp pn31|vbds dx j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pn31 vvd av-j p-acp pno32, pns32 vbdr av-j vvn av pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbdr j, pns32 vhd d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
254 and yet though they could not finish the Temple, they had their Ceiled Houses: and yet though they could not finish the Temple, they had their Ceiled Houses: cc av cs pns32 vmd xx vvi dt n1, pns32 vhd po32 j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
255 now an heart made willing can over-look and despise greater discouragements than we can pretend unto. now an heart made willing can overlook and despise greater discouragements than we can pretend unto. av dt n1 vvd j vmb j cc vvb jc n2 cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
256 2. 'Tis not only our Duty to do Well, but to look to the Principle from which every act of Obedience floweth. 2. It's not only our Duty to do Well, but to look to the Principle from which every act of obedience flows. crd pn31|vbz xx av-j po12 n1 pc-acp vdi av, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 pp-f n1 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 22
257 The Apostle speaks of some Men, that to every good Work they are Reprobates, having neither a Will to, The Apostle speaks of Some Men, that to every good Work they Are Reprobates, having neither a Will to, dt n1 vvz pp-f d n2, cst p-acp d j n1 pns32 vbr n2-jn, vhg av-dx dt n1 p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 22
258 nor a skill in the performance of them, Titus, 1.16. nor a skill in the performance of them, Titus, 1.16. ccx dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, np1, crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 22
259 and because we are so averse to all that is good, we must be New made, Created in Christ Jesus to good works, and by this you may see where our chief care should be, and Because we Are so averse to all that is good, we must be New made, Created in christ jesus to good works, and by this you may see where our chief care should be, cc c-acp pns12 vbr av j p-acp d cst vbz j, pns12 vmb vbi j vvn, vvn p-acp np1 np1 p-acp j n2, cc p-acp d pn22 vmb vvi c-crq po12 j-jn n1 vmd vbi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 21
260 even to that which God chiefly requires, and first begins at: even to that which God chiefly requires, and First begins At: av p-acp d r-crq np1 av-jn vvz, cc ord vvz p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 21
261 thou art troubled at thy performances, I don't utterly dislike that trouble, but thou had'st need to look at something beyond that; thou art troubled At thy performances, I don't utterly dislike that trouble, but thou Hadst need to look At something beyond that; pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp po21 n2, pns11 vdbx av-j vvi d n1, cc-acp pns21 vhd2 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pi p-acp d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 21
262 thy Nature, that, that be changed, thy Will, that, that be subdued, that thereby thou be made meet for thy Masters use and Service, thy Nature, that, that be changed, thy Will, that, that be subdued, that thereby thou be made meet for thy Masters use and Service, po21 n1, cst, cst vbb vvn, po21 n1, cst, cst vbb vvn, cst av pns21 vbi vvn vvi p-acp po21 ng1 n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 21
263 and prepared to every good work, 2 Tim. 2.21. to have the fewel is not enough till you have fire to kindle it; and prepared to every good work, 2 Tim. 2.21. to have the fuel is not enough till you have fire to kindle it; cc vvd p-acp d j n1, crd np1 crd. pc-acp vhi dt n1 vbz xx av-d p-acp pn22 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 21
264 without the renewing, disposing Grace of God, we may be considerate in our words and actions, without the renewing, disposing Grace of God, we may be considerate in our words and actions, p-acp dt vvg, vvg n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 21
265 and do many things outwardly good and usefull, and yet all this while be destitute of that which is so seldom mentioned in some Mens Writings, and do many things outwardly good and useful, and yet all this while be destitute of that which is so seldom mentioned in Some Men's Writings, cc vdb d n2 av-j j cc j, cc av d d n1 vbi j pp-f d r-crq vbz av av vvn p-acp d ng2 n2-vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 21
266 and so oft in the Gospel, viz. Grace without which men may have a Resemblance of the Life Spiritual, and so oft in the Gospel, viz. Grace without which men may have a Resemblance of the Life Spiritual, cc av av p-acp dt n1, n1 n1 p-acp r-crq n2 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 21
267 as the Plant hath of the life Sensitive; as the Plant hath of the life Sensitive; c-acp dt n1 vhz pp-f dt n1 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 21
268 many a man may have the likeness of the life of God in him, and yet remain in the corrupt state of Nature. many a man may have the likeness of the life of God in him, and yet remain in the corrupt state of Nature. d dt n1 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, cc av vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 21
269 So that we should not only take care to do well, but labour for a Mind fram'd to our Duty. So that we should not only take care to do well, but labour for a Mind framed to our Duty. av cst pns12 vmd xx av-j vvi n1 pc-acp vdi av, cc-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 21
270 3. Have a care of being stirred up to your Duty by such Inducements as are short of this willing Mind, See we to this, that we be stirred up from something within us, 3. Have a care of being stirred up to your Duty by such Inducements as Are short of this willing Mind, See we to this, that we be stirred up from something within us, crd vhb dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn a-acp p-acp po22 n1 p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr j pp-f d j n1, vvb pns12 p-acp d, cst pns12 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp pi p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
271 and that it be not any thing less than an heart prompting us to our Duty; and that it be not any thing less than an heart prompting us to our Duty; cc cst pn31 vbb xx d n1 av-dc cs dt n1 vvg pno12 p-acp po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
272 that only is well done that is done to the Glory of God; that only is well done that is done to the Glory of God; cst av-j vbz av vdn d vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
273 and not upon a design, let the design be what it will, if it be not to please God, and not upon a Design, let the Design be what it will, if it be not to please God, cc xx p-acp dt n1, vvb dt n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, cs pn31 vbb xx pc-acp vvi np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
274 and to be accepted of him, It will leave us short of the future reward; and to be accepted of him, It will leave us short of the future reward; cc pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno31, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 j pp-f dt j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
275 for though it hath the appearance of an act of Religion, God Esteems it not so: for though it hath the appearance of an act of Religion, God Esteems it not so: c-acp cs pn31 vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 vvz pn31 xx av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
276 have ye fasted unto me? to fast for stuff, to pray to be seen of Men, to give Alms to be applauded, may go a great way in the sight of Men, who ought to the praise action without Enquiring into the heart, have you fasted unto me? to fast for stuff, to pray to be seen of Men, to give Alms to be applauded, may go a great Way in the sighed of Men, who ought to the praise actium without Inquiring into the heart, vhb pn22 vvd p-acp pno11? p-acp av-j c-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vmd p-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 24
277 but it hath no other reward than what is here; but it hath no other reward than what is Here; cc-acp pn31 vhz dx j-jn n1 cs q-crq vbz av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 24
278 but he that is prompted to his Duty from his own heart, hath a Testimony in himself, in which he may rejoyce. 2 Cor. 1.12. but he that is prompted to his Duty from his own heart, hath a Testimony in himself, in which he may rejoice. 2 Cor. 1.12. cc-acp pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 d n1, vhz dt n1 p-acp px31, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi. crd np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 24
279 4. And Lastly, let us all get this Willing Mind, this disposing principle, that what we do may be accepted and Rewarded: under this head I shall speak in the general to all, and Particularly to my brethren in the Ministry. 4. And Lastly, let us all get this Willing Mind, this disposing principle, that what we do may be accepted and Rewarded: under this head I shall speak in the general to all, and Particularly to my brothers in the Ministry. crd cc ord, vvb pno12 d vvi d j n1, d vvg n1, cst r-crq pns12 vdb vmb vbi vvn cc vvn: p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, cc av-jn p-acp po11 n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 24
280 1. All of us have need to Pray and to be Instant with God for this disposition of Mind: For 1. All of us have need to Pray and to be Instant with God for this disposition of Mind: For crd av-d pp-f pno12 vhb n1 p-acp vvb cc pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: p-acp (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 24
281 First by this means our Duty will be the more easy; First by this means our Duty will be the more easy; ord p-acp d n2 po12 n1 vmb vbi dt av-dc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 24
282 'tis true Christ hath a Yoak, and a Burden, but there is nothing that tends more to make it easy to us, than the disposedness of our Wills and Hearts unto it. it's true christ hath a Yoke, and a Burden, but there is nothing that tends more to make it easy to us, than the disposedness of our Wills and Hearts unto it. pn31|vbz j np1 vhz dt n1, cc dt n1, p-acp pc-acp vbz pix cst vvz dc pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp pno12, cs dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 24
283 2. The Will being the chief executive faculty, where that is there the delight of the Soul followeth, and what a desirable disposition will this be when our Duty becomes our Delight, that as nature hath provided a delight in doing those things that tend to its preservation, such as is the Saline humour in the Palat, adjoyning it self with our Meat and Drink, 2. The Will being the chief executive faculty, where that is there the delight of the Soul follows, and what a desirable disposition will this be when our Duty becomes our Delight, that as nature hath provided a delight in doing those things that tend to its preservation, such as is the Saline humour in the Palate, adjoining it self with our Meat and Drink, crd dt n1 vbg dt j-jn j n1, c-crq d vbz pc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz, cc q-crq dt j n1 vmb d vbi c-crq po12 n1 vvz po12 n1, cst p-acp n1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp vdg d n2 cst vvb p-acp po31 n1, d c-acp vbz dt np1 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg pn31 n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 24
284 so when Grace doth furnish us with a disposition Co natural to our Duty, that it shall be our Meat and Drink to do Gods Will; so when Grace does furnish us with a disposition Co natural to our Duty, that it shall be our Meat and Drink to do God's Will; av c-crq n1 vdz vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 zz j p-acp po12 n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi po12 n1 cc vvb pc-acp vdi n2 vmb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 24
285 How desireable is such a temper? get me this, and we shall find by experience that the ways of Wisdom are ways of Pleasantness. How desirable is such a temper? get me this, and we shall find by experience that the ways of Wisdom Are ways of Pleasantness. c-crq j vbz d dt n1? vvb pno11 d, cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cst dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 24
286 3. Hereby our Obedience will be more steady and even, and we more constant and stedfast in it, Ephraim is said to be as a Bullock that was not accustomed to the Yoak, not used to work: 3. Hereby our obedience will be more steady and even, and we more constant and steadfast in it, Ephraim is said to be as a Bullock that was not accustomed to the Yoke, not used to work: crd av po12 n1 vmb vbi av-dc j cc j, cc pns12 av-dc j cc j p-acp pn31, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 cst vbds xx vvn p-acp dt n1, xx vvn pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
287 now such a Bullock is sore with his labour, and unskilfull in it, It makes bawks; 'tis in and out; now such a Bullock is soar with his labour, and unskilful in it, It makes bawks; it's in and out; av d dt n1 vbz av-j p-acp po31 n1, cc j p-acp pn31, pn31 vvz n2; pn31|vbz a-acp cc av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
288 the main and principal reason of our uneven walking, is either the want of a will fix'd and determined to its Duty, the main and principal reason of our uneven walking, is either the want of a will fixed and determined to its Duty, dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f po12 j n-vvg, vbz d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
289 or not carryed forth with delight in its performance. 2. Directions. or not carried forth with delight in its performance. 2. Directions. cc xx vvn av p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. crd n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
290 1. First, Beg this disposition by Prayer, every good and perfect gift cometh from above, this especially: 1. First, Beg this disposition by Prayer, every good and perfect gift comes from above, this especially: crd ord, vvb d n1 p-acp n1, d j cc j n1 vvz p-acp a-acp, d av-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 25
291 if we can do it our selves, Incline and fix our Wills to our Duty, our sin is the greater if we do not; if we can do it our selves, Incline and fix our Wills to our Duty, our since is the greater if we do not; cs pns12 vmb vdi pn31 po12 n2, vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 n1, po12 n1 vbz dt jc cs pns12 vdb xx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 25
292 but if we cannot do it of our selves (as to be sure we cannot) our sin is the greater, that we are not more earnest and Incessant with God to help us. but if we cannot do it of our selves (as to be sure we cannot) our since is the greater, that we Are not more earnest and Incessant with God to help us. cc-acp cs pns12 vmbx vdi pn31 pp-f po12 n2 (c-acp pc-acp vbi j pns12 vmbx) po12 n1 vbz dt jc, cst pns12 vbr xx av-dc j cc j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 25
293 Prayers for the first converting Grace, are not alltogether unacceptable to God; Prayers for the First converting Grace, Are not altogether unacceptable to God; n2 p-acp dt ord vvg n1, vbr xx av j p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 25
294 let us have Grace (saith the Apostle) that is, let us seek it that we may have it, let us Pray that we may obtain it; let us have Grace (Says the Apostle) that is, let us seek it that we may have it, let us Pray that we may obtain it; vvb pno12 vhi n1 (vvz dt n1) cst vbz, vvb pno12 vvi pn31 cst pns12 vmb vhi pn31, vvb pno12 vvi cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 25
295 and indeed if the natural man could be supposed seriously and heartily to desire this Grace, we could not (without wronging of God) suppose that he would deny him; and indeed if the natural man could be supposed seriously and heartily to desire this Grace, we could not (without wronging of God) suppose that he would deny him; cc av cs dt j n1 vmd vbi vvn av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi d n1, pns12 vmd xx (p-acp vvg pp-f np1) vvb cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 25
296 they that have not higher and stronger arguments, may plead from such as they have, their relation to God as the work of his hands, their rational and natural Powers, thy hands have made me (saith the Psamist) give me understandng; they that have not higher and Stronger Arguments, may plead from such as they have, their Relation to God as the work of his hands, their rational and natural Powers, thy hands have made me (Says the Psalmist) give me understandng; pns32 cst vhb xx jc cc jc n2, vmb vvi p-acp d c-acp pns32 vhb, po32 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, po32 j cc j n2, po21 n2 vhb vvn pno11 (vvz dt n1) vvb pno11 vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 25
297 beg also the continuing and Increase of this first disposing Grace, that he that hath made the Willing would keep so, and make the more Willing. beg also the Continuing and Increase of this First disposing Grace, that he that hath made the Willing would keep so, and make the more Willing. vvb av dt vvg cc n1 pp-f d ord n-vvg n1, cst pns31 cst vhz vvn dt j vmd vvi av, cc vvi dt av-dc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 25
298 2. Keep your hearts under a sense of your Duty; 2. Keep your hearts under a sense of your Duty; crd vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 25
299 for tho' the sense of Duty may be urg'd upon us by an enlightned conscience, which will leave us short of a willing Mind, for though the sense of Duty may be urged upon us by an enlightened conscience, which will leave us short of a willing Mind, c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt vvn n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 j pp-f dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 25
300 yet 'tis good to feel something in our selves pleading Gods right, urging upon us the necessity of our obedience; yet it's good to feel something in our selves pleading God's right, urging upon us the necessity of our Obedience; av pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi pi p-acp po12 n2 vvg n2 j-jn, vvg p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 25
301 the Apostle did so, if against my Will a dispensation is committed to me: I must do my Duty, Willing or Unwilling it ought to be done; the Apostle did so, if against my Will a Dispensation is committed to me: I must do my Duty, Willing or Unwilling it ought to be done; dt n1 vdd av, cs p-acp po11 n1 dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11: pns11 vmb vdi po11 n1, j cc j pn31 vmd p-acp vbi vdn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 25
302 though I lose the reward, God will not lose his Right. though I loose the reward, God will not loose his Right. cs pns11 vvb dt n1, np1 vmb xx vvi po31 n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 26
303 3. Do what you can to make your selves Willing, and do what you can to keep your Selves so, even in conversion we must not expect that because God can, that therefore he should do all, though all that Man; 3. Do what you can to make your selves Willing, and do what you can to keep your Selves so, even in conversion we must not expect that Because God can, that Therefore he should do all, though all that Man; crd vdb r-crq pn22 vmb p-acp vvi po22 n2 j, cc vdb r-crq pn22 vmb p-acp vvi po22 n2 av, av p-acp n1 pns12 vmb xx vvi cst c-acp np1 vmb, cst av pns31 vmd vdi d, cs d cst n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
304 doth in his conversion, doth not make, nor is the reason why Grace is effectual in this rather than in that Man, this doth not supersede Mans Duty towards God's Grace; does in his conversion, does not make, nor is the reason why Grace is effectual in this rather than in that Man, this does not supersede men Duty towards God's Grace; vdz p-acp po31 n1, vdz xx vvi, ccx vbz dt n1 c-crq n1 vbz j p-acp d av-c cs p-acp d n1, d vdz xx vvi ng1 n1 p-acp npg1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
305 no, but every one should do his own part, we can attend the means and we can consider and Remember, no, but every one should do his own part, we can attend the means and we can Consider and remember, uh-dx, cc-acp d pi vmd vdi po31 d n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 cc pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
306 and though all that do this do not turn to God, yet 'tis the way to it, the Psalmist thought and turned and 'tis said all the ends of the Earth shall Remember and turn to the Lord Psal. 22.27. and God blames them that they would not frame their doings to turn to the Lord. and though all that do this do not turn to God, yet it's the Way to it, the Psalmist Thought and turned and it's said all the ends of the Earth shall remember and turn to the Lord Psalm 22.27. and God blames them that they would not frame their doings to turn to the Lord. cc cs d cst vdb d vdb xx vvi p-acp np1, av pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31, dt n1 vvd cc vvd cc pn31|vbz vvn d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 crd. cc np1 vvz pno32 d pns32 vmd xx vvi po32 n2-vdg p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
307 they would do nothing to promote it Hos. 5.4. they would do nothing to promote it Hos. 5.4. pns32 vmd vdi pix pc-acp vvi pn31 np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
308 4. Consider what Encouragements you have from a good God, and from a Gracious Covenant, wherein sincere endeavours are accepted and involuntary weaknesses are pardoned to them that do their best, 4. Consider what Encouragements you have from a good God, and from a Gracious Covenant, wherein sincere endeavours Are accepted and involuntary Weaknesses Are pardoned to them that do their best, crd np1 r-crq n2 pn22 vhb p-acp dt j np1, cc p-acp dt j n1, c-crq j n2 vbr vvn cc j-jn n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32 cst vdb po32 js, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 26
309 though it be infinitly short of what is due, Mal. 3.17. I will spare them as a Man that spareth his only Son that serveth him. though it be infinitely short of what is due, Malachi 3.17. I will spare them as a Man that spares his only Son that serves him. cs pn31 vbb av-j j pp-f r-crq vbz j-jn, np1 crd. pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz po31 j n1 cst vvz pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 26
310 2. And lastly, as to my brethren the Ministers, all that I have now to say is to my self and you those that would know the reason of our coming together at this time, It is this that I have been all this while speaking to, viz. To Stir up one another to the Dutys of our calling, 2. And lastly, as to my brothers the Ministers, all that I have now to say is to my self and you those that would know the reason of our coming together At this time, It is this that I have been all this while speaking to, viz. To Stir up one Another to the Duties of our calling, crd cc ord, a-acp p-acp po11 n2 dt n2, d cst pns11 vhb av pc-acp vvi vbz p-acp po11 n1 cc pn22 d cst vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n-vvg av p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz d d pns11 vhb vbn d d cs vvg p-acp, n1 pc-acp vvb a-acp pi j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 26
311 and to promote the necessary work of our Ministry. and to promote the necessary work of our Ministry. cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 26
312 I do not pretend to dictate to Ministers what is their Duty, but yet I consider that that Minister that needs not to be directed what to do, may yet be content to be encouraged, may need it, I do not pretend to dictate to Ministers what is their Duty, but yet I Consider that that Minister that needs not to be directed what to do, may yet be content to be encouraged, may need it, pns11 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 r-crq vbz po32 n1, cc-acp av pns11 vvb d cst vvb cst vvz xx pc-acp vbi vvn r-crq pc-acp vdi, vmb av vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn, vmb vvi pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 26
313 and will de thankful for it. and will the thankful for it. cc vmb dt j p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 26
314 Even St. Paul himself when the brethren from Rome came to meet him at Appij forum and the three Taverns, he thanked God, and took courage. Even Saint Paul himself when the brothers from Room Come to meet him At Appij forum and the three Taverns, he thanked God, and took courage. j n1 np1 px31 c-crq dt n2 p-acp vvb vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp np1 n1 cc dt crd n2, pns31 vvd np1, cc vvd n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 27
315 If I could so far serve my Brethren 'tis what I aim at. If I could so Far serve my Brothers it's what I aim At. cs pns11 vmd av av-j vvi po11 n2 pn31|vbz q-crq pns11 vvb p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 27
316 And truly (whatever our Circumstances are) we may do well to consider the Apostles for our Encouragement, that we may have this Willing Mind; now the Apostle through the perversness of some Men esteemed it his Duty not only to Preach to the Corinthians, but to do it for nothing. And yet It was not because the Apostle was richer than other men, no, And truly (whatever our circumstances Are) we may do well to Consider the Apostles for our Encouragement, that we may have this Willing Mind; now the Apostle through the perverseness of Some Men esteemed it his Duty not only to Preach to the Corinthians, but to do it for nothing. And yet It was not Because the Apostle was Richer than other men, no, cc av-j (r-crq po12 n2 vbr) pns12 vmb vdi av pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp po12 n1, cst pns12 vmb vhi d j n1; av dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvd pn31 po31 n1 xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt np1, p-acp p-acp vdb pn31 p-acp pix. cc av pn31 vbds xx c-acp dt n1 vbds jc cs j-jn n2, av-dx, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 27
317 for being an Apostle, and having such a charge upon him, he would not have laboured with his own hands for a livelyhood, if there had not been a necessity lying upon him to do both, to Work and yet to Preach; now thanks be to God our Circumstances are not the same, and for that reason it is rarely the Duty of a Minister to do as the Apostle did, who yet shews the greatest satisfaction in his condition, and a full Resolution to stick to his Duty, a necessity is laid upon me, and yet he would not be without a Willing Mind under that necessity. And therefore let our Circumstances be what they will, for being an Apostle, and having such a charge upon him, he would not have laboured with his own hands for a livelihood, if there had not been a necessity lying upon him to do both, to Work and yet to Preach; now thanks be to God our circumstances Are not the same, and for that reason it is rarely the Duty of a Minister to do as the Apostle did, who yet shows the greatest satisfaction in his condition, and a full Resolution to stick to his Duty, a necessity is laid upon me, and yet he would not be without a Willing Mind under that necessity. And Therefore let our circumstances be what they will, c-acp vbg dt n1, cc vhg d dt n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp po31 d n2 p-acp dt n1, cs pc-acp vhd xx vbn dt n1 vvg p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi d, p-acp vvb cc av p-acp vvb; av n2 vbb p-acp np1 po12 n2 vbr xx dt d, cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vdb p-acp dt n1 vdd, r-crq av vvz dt js n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11, cc av pns31 vmd xx vbi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1. cc av vvb po12 n2 vbb r-crq pns32 vmb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 27
318 if we can get this disposition of Mind, and keep it, we shall have cause to bless God that hath not only put us into the Ministry, but into our present Circumstances, and we have reason to be so disposed to our duty and circumstances, not only from the presence of Christ with us, as being workers together with him, but also from that great change that Almighty God hath made in our Circumstances, which although they are not such as perhaps some could desire, yet they are not such as formerly they were, when the Civil Magistrate pinch'd so hard upon us, if we can get this disposition of Mind, and keep it, we shall have cause to bless God that hath not only put us into the Ministry, but into our present circumstances, and we have reason to be so disposed to our duty and Circumstances, not only from the presence of christ with us, as being workers together with him, but also from that great change that Almighty God hath made in our circumstances, which although they Are not such as perhaps Some could desire, yet they Are not such as formerly they were, when the Civil Magistrate pinched so hard upon us, cs pns12 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb pn31, pns12 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi np1 cst vhz xx av-j vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1, p-acp p-acp po12 j n2, cc pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp po12 n1 cc n2, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, p-acp vbg n2 av p-acp pno31, p-acp av p-acp d j n1 cst j-jn np1 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n2, r-crq cs pns32 vbr xx d c-acp av d vmd vvi, av pns32 vbr xx d c-acp av-j pns32 vbdr, c-crq dt j n1 vvn av av-j p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 27
319 as being Instigated doubtless) by such Men as should rather have Rejoyced that Christ was Preach'd, as being Instigated doubtless) by such Men as should rather have Rejoiced that christ was Preached, c-acp vbg vvn av-j) p-acp d n2 c-acp vmd av-c vhi vvd cst np1 vbds vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 27
320 than have stir'd up adversaries against Us. But now 'tis otherwise, and let us bless God for it, than have stirred up Adversaries against Us. But now it's otherwise, and let us bless God for it, cs vhb vvn a-acp n2 p-acp np1 p-acp av pn31|vbz av, cc vvb pno12 vvi np1 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 27
321 and it being otherwise, let us endeavour to forget what is past, and together with them do our part to Raise up the Tabernacle of God, and it being otherwise, let us endeavour to forget what is passed, and together with them do our part to Raise up the Tabernacle of God, cc pn31 vbg av, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp vvb r-crq vbz vvn, cc av p-acp pno32 vdb po12 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 28
322 and to bring back the People from that Debauchery and Profaneness, which hath Spread it self among them, and to bring back the People from that Debauchery and Profaneness, which hath Spread it self among them, cc p-acp vvb av dt n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, r-crq vhz vvb pn31 n1 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 28
323 and to Establish them against Atheism and Popery. If any of our Brethren have done any thing towards the casting us out as unfit builders; and to Establish them against Atheism and Popery. If any of our Brothers have done any thing towards the casting us out as unfit Builders; cc p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1. cs d pp-f po12 n2 vhb vdn d n1 p-acp dt vvg pno12 av p-acp j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 28
324 if they have done more than became them as Ministers or Christians, in adding to our affliction, let us endeavour to forget it, and Watch over our own Spirits, that the Remembrance of what is past do not Imbitter our own Spirits towards them, if they have done more than became them as Ministers or Christians, in adding to our affliction, let us endeavour to forget it, and Watch over our own Spirits, that the Remembrance of what is passed do not Imbitter our own Spirits towards them, cs pns32 vhb vdn av-dc cs vvd pno32 p-acp n2 cc np1, p-acp vvg p-acp po12 n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp vvb pn31, cc vvb p-acp po12 d n2, cst dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn vdb xx np1 po12 d n2 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 28
325 as theirs seem'd to be towards us, good Men in their heats do not enough consider what manner of Spirit they are of. as theirs seemed to be towards us, good Men in their heats do not enough Consider what manner of Spirit they Are of. c-acp png32 vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12, j n2 p-acp po32 n2 vdb xx av-d vvi r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vbr a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 28
326 Though they (some of them) esteemed us the Pests of the Nation, unfit not only to Preach, but to live, let us consider it was but some of them; Though they (Some of them) esteemed us the Pests of the nation, unfit not only to Preach, but to live, let us Consider it was but Some of them; cs pns32 (n1 pp-f pno32) vvd pno12 dt n2 pp-f dt n1, j xx av-j p-acp vvb, p-acp p-acp vvb, vvb pno12 vvi pn31 vbds p-acp d pp-f pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 28
327 for as to many of them, we ought to Rejoyce that the same Christ, the same Gospel is Preach'd to the People that attend their Ministry, as is Preach'd by us to the People that attend Ours, and whilst the Contention is whose way is best, who do Preach most suitably to the design of the Gospel, let us Remember that that Minister doth most answer the design of the Gospel, who doth most Preach Love and Charity; and truly that Ministers Charity is not very large, that limits the Catholick Church to his own party, to Men of his own Mind and way, nor on the other side do I esteem that Ministers Charity, to be very large, that can see Idolatry in every thing that is not expresly commanded in the Worship of God, as if every fault that we commit in worshiping God were of one sort and kind, and that the most Detestable, and Abominable, for so is Idolatry. for as to many of them, we ought to Rejoice that the same christ, the same Gospel is Preached to the People that attend their Ministry, as is Preached by us to the People that attend Ours, and while the Contention is whose Way is best, who do Preach most suitably to the Design of the Gospel, let us remember that that Minister does most answer the Design of the Gospel, who does most Preach Love and Charity; and truly that Ministers Charity is not very large, that Limits the Catholic Church to his own party, to Men of his own Mind and Way, nor on the other side do I esteem that Ministers Charity, to be very large, that can see Idolatry in every thing that is not expressly commanded in the Worship of God, as if every fault that we commit in worshipping God were of one sort and kind, and that the most Detestable, and Abominable, for so is Idolatry. c-acp c-acp p-acp d pp-f pno32, pns12 vmd p-acp vvb cst dt d np1, dt d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vvb po32 n1, c-acp vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 cst vvb png12, cc cs dt n1 vbz r-crq n1 vbz js, r-crq vdb vvi av-ds av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi d cst vvb vdz ds vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vdz ds vvi vvi cc n1; cc av-j d n2 n1 vbz xx j j, cst n2 dt njp n1 p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp n2 pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1, ccx p-acp dt j-jn n1 vdb pns11 vvi d n2 n1, pc-acp vbi av j, cst vmb vvi n1 p-acp d n1 cst vbz xx av-j vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp cs d n1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp vvg n1 vbdr pp-f crd n1 cc n1, cc d dt ds j, cc j, p-acp av vbz n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 28
328 Consider we what a Mercy 'tis to have Liberty to do our Duty in Peace and quietness, all of us can 't travel to find places to Preach in, all are not Fitted to endure noise and clamour, but all of us if we can get this Willing Mind, that was in the Apostle, may find time and place to do some good to the People. Consider we what a Mercy it's to have Liberty to do our Duty in Peace and quietness, all of us can iT travel to find places to Preach in, all Are not Fitted to endure noise and clamour, but all of us if we can get this Willing Mind, that was in the Apostle, may find time and place to do Some good to the People. vvi pns12 r-crq dt n1 pn31|vbz pc-acp vhi n1 pc-acp vdi po12 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, d pp-f pno12 vmb pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, d vbr xx vvn pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, p-acp d pp-f pno12 cs pns12 vmb vvi d j n1, cst vbds p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi n1 cc n1 pc-acp vdi d j p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 29
329 Discontent at our own condition generally springeth from the reflections that we make upon the condition of those that are above us; now if such thoughts should arise, they that can Conform have the advantage over us, Discontent At our own condition generally springs from the reflections that we make upon the condition of those that Are above us; now if such thoughts should arise, they that can Conform have the advantage over us, n1 p-acp po12 d n1 av-j vvz p-acp dt n2 cst pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vbr p-acp pno12; av cs d n2 vmd vvi, pns32 d vmb vvi vhb dt n1 p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 29
330 and perhaps many of them do less, if their way be by Establishment and ours only by Allowance; let us consider, we have more than the Apostles and Disciples of our Saviour liv'd to see, and perhaps many of them do less, if their Way be by Establishment and ours only by Allowance; let us Consider, we have more than the Apostles and Disciples of our Saviour lived to see, cc av d pp-f pno32 vdb av-dc, cs po32 n1 vbb p-acp n1 cc png12 av-j p-acp n1; vvb pno12 vvi, pns12 vhb dc cs dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 29
331 for they were never free from Persecution, any longer than their Persecutors were wearied with their own Persecutions, or diverted by other intervening occasions, for they were never free from Persecution, any longer than their Persecutors were wearied with their own Persecutions, or diverted by other intervening occasions, c-acp pns32 vbdr av-x j p-acp n1, d jc cs po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 d n2, cc vvn p-acp j-jn j-vvg n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 29
332 or Restrained by Gods Providence some other way; nay, we have as much Liberty as we are Capable of at Present. or Restrained by God's Providence Some other Way; nay, we have as much Liberty as we Are Capable of At Present. cc vvn p-acp npg1 n1 d j-jn n1; uh-x, pns12 vhb p-acp d n1 c-acp pns12 vbr j pp-f p-acp j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 29
333 And if they that Conform live in greater plenty, let us watch against Repining thoughts at that, And if they that Conform live in greater plenty, let us watch against Repining thoughts At that, cc cs pns32 cst vvb vvi p-acp jc n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp vvg n2 p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 29
334 and see to it, that whilst they (some of them) Melt away in the midst of their Plenty, we don't Pine away under our Discouragements. and see to it, that while they (Some of them) Melt away in the midst of their Plenty, we don't Pine away under our Discouragements. cc vvi p-acp pn31, cst cs pns32 (n1 pp-f pno32) vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns12 vdbx vvi av p-acp po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 29
335 As to what is past 'tis to be considered that the hard usage which some Ministers met with, was not so much (if at all) from them that are now esteemed the leading Men of the Church of England; Whether they did in this their Duty that they did no more, I cannot say; As to what is passed it's to be considered that the hard usage which Some Ministers met with, was not so much (if At all) from them that Are now esteemed the leading Men of the Church of England; Whither they did in this their Duty that they did no more, I cannot say; p-acp p-acp r-crq vbz vvn pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cst dt j n1 r-crq d n2 vvd p-acp, vbds xx av av-d (cs p-acp d) p-acp pno32 cst vbr av vvn dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; cs pns32 vdd p-acp d po32 n1 cst pns32 vdd av-dx av-dc, pns11 vmbx vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 29
336 but they did declare their dislike of those Severities, and were allways Men of Moderation, and do now declare their readiness to abate somethings that the Law requires of us to the more Publick exercise of our Ministry in the Parish Churches; but these Severities were set on Foot by Men that called themselves the Church of England, and yet designed an accommodation with the Church of Rome; and therefore 'tis no marvel if on that score they had so little respect to dissenting Ministers, but they did declare their dislike of those Severities, and were always Men of Moderation, and do now declare their readiness to abate somethings that the Law requires of us to the more Public exercise of our Ministry in the Parish Churches; but these Severities were Set on Foot by Men that called themselves the Church of England, and yet designed an accommodation with the Church of Rome; and Therefore it's no marvel if on that score they had so little respect to dissenting Ministers, cc-acp pns32 vdd vvi po32 vvb pp-f d n2, cc vbdr av n2 pp-f n1, cc vdb av vvb po32 n1 p-acp vvb n2 cst dt n1 vvz pp-f pno12 p-acp dt dc j n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 n2; p-acp d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cst vvn px32 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cc av pn31|vbz dx n1 cs p-acp d n1 pns32 vhd av j n1 p-acp vvg n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 29
337 or taking them to be a Party, that might be crash'd by Severity, rather than made Pliable to such a design: Dr. Heylin that doth not only confess but Justify such a design, gives a full account of this matter. or taking them to be a Party, that might be crashed by Severity, rather than made Pliable to such a Design: Dr. Heylin that does not only confess but Justify such a Design, gives a full account of this matter. cc vvg pno32 pc-acp vbi dt n1, cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1, av-c cs vvd j p-acp d dt n1: n1 np1 cst vdz xx av-j vvb p-acp vvb d dt n1, vvz dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 30
338 But now to allay all heats, we may do well to consider that we have to do with such Men that had rather abate of what is Establish'd, than add to it, that have owned the Reformation to be Imperfect, that would not have us go backward towards Rome to please the Papists, but Forward; now who knoweth what such a temper may produce? In the mean time let us with all chearfullness attend our calling, and perform our Duty, and this will carry us against our Discouragements: discouragements there will be not only from them that are against us, but from them that are with us and for us. But now to allay all heats, we may do well to Consider that we have to do with such Men that had rather abate of what is Established, than add to it, that have owned the Reformation to be Imperfect, that would not have us go backward towards Room to please the Papists, but Forward; now who Knoweth what such a temper may produce? In the mean time let us with all cheerfulness attend our calling, and perform our Duty, and this will carry us against our Discouragements: discouragements there will be not only from them that Are against us, but from them that Are with us and for us. p-acp av pc-acp vvi d n2, pns12 vmb vdi av pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi p-acp d n2 cst vhd av-c vvb pp-f r-crq vbz vvn, cs vvb p-acp pn31, cst vhb vvd dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, cst vmd xx vhi pno12 vvi av-j p-acp vvb pc-acp vvi dt njp2, p-acp av-j; av r-crq vvz q-crq d dt n1 vmb vvi? p-acp dt j n1 vvb pno12 p-acp d n1 vvb po12 vvg, cc vvi po12 n1, cc d vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2: n2 a-acp vmb vbi xx av-j p-acp pno32 cst vbr p-acp pno12, p-acp p-acp pno32 cst vbr p-acp pno12 cc p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 30
339 But this disposition of mind will help us to weather them out and persist in our Duty, and to do what we may, and whilst we may, I say whilst we may; for I am perswaded that that Door of Liberty to do our Duty in quietness and Peace, which Divine Providence hath now of late opened shall not be shut again but by our own negligence or the Peoples unprofitableness. But this disposition of mind will help us to weather them out and persist in our Duty, and to do what we may, and while we may, I say while we may; for I am persuaded that that Door of Liberty to do our Duty in quietness and Peace, which Divine Providence hath now of late opened shall not be shut again but by our own negligence or the Peoples unprofitableness. p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1 pno32 av cc vvb p-acp po12 n1, cc pc-acp vdi r-crq pns12 vmb, cc cs pns12 vmb, pns11 vvb cs pns12 vmb; c-acp pns11 vbm vvn cst d n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi po12 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq j-jn n1 vhz av pp-f j vvn vmb xx vbi vvn av cc-acp p-acp po12 d n1 cc dt ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 30
340 There are two things that Ministers above other Men should fear, viz. the loss of the opportunity for doing their Duty, and the loss of that disposition of Mind, that is necessary to its acceptable performance; as for the former, the opportunity of doing our Duty, and the quiet excercise of our Ministry, 'tis God that gave it, There Are two things that Ministers above other Men should Fear, viz. the loss of the opportunity for doing their Duty, and the loss of that disposition of Mind, that is necessary to its acceptable performance; as for the former, the opportunity of doing our Duty, and the quiet Exercise of our Ministry, it's God that gave it, pc-acp vbr crd n2 cst n2 p-acp j-jn n2 vmd vvi, n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vdg po32 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz j p-acp po31 j n1; a-acp p-acp dt j, dt n1 pp-f vdg po12 n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1, pn31|vbz np1 cst vvd pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 30
341 nay wrench'd it out of the hands of those men that never Intended it, and without his leave none shall shut this Door; as to the latter a disposition of Mind towards the performance of our Duty, the preservation of this is more especially our concern, nay wrenched it out of the hands of those men that never Intended it, and without his leave none shall shut this Door; as to the latter a disposition of Mind towards the performance of our Duty, the preservation of this is more especially our concern, uh-x vvn pn31 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n2 cst av-x vvn pn31, cc p-acp po31 vvb pi vmb vvi d n1; a-acp p-acp dt d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, dt n1 pp-f d vbz av-dc av-j po12 vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 30
342 and to see that we do not neglect Gods gift in us. and to see that we do not neglect God's gift in us. cc pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vdb xx vvi npg1 n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 30
343 God hath been pleased of late years espcially to enlarge our opportunities, and we shall have no need to fear the loss of those whilst we diligently attend our Duty; and God to prevent our fears, that they may not distract us in our Duty, hath as it were secured our Liberty not only by a Law, but by twisting it with the Interest of the Nation; So that those very Men or Men of the Same Mind, that before argued for Severity, and for a restraint, from the Interest of the Nation, do begin to argue for Liberty, for Moderation from the same Topick; I do not say that the argument was well applyed, or that it was ever, God hath been pleased of late Years especially to enlarge our opportunities, and we shall have no need to Fear the loss of those while we diligently attend our Duty; and God to prevent our fears, that they may not distract us in our Duty, hath as it were secured our Liberty not only by a Law, but by twisting it with the Interest of the nation; So that those very Men or Men of the Same Mind, that before argued for Severity, and for a restraint, from the Interest of the nation, do begin to argue for Liberty, for Moderation from the same Topic; I do not say that the argument was well applied, or that it was ever, np1 vhz vbn vvn pp-f j n2 av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc pns12 vmb vhi dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d cs pns12 av-j vvb po12 n1; cc np1 p-acp vvb po12 n2, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1, vhz p-acp pn31 vbdr vvn po12 n1 xx av-j p-acp dt n1, p-acp p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; av cst d j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt d n1, cst a-acp vvd p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vdb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt d np1; pns11 vdb xx vvi cst dt n1 vbds av vvd, cc cst pn31 vbds av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 31
344 or ever will be the real Interest of the Nation, or of any other Nation to be Severe towards all that differ from the Establish'd way: God in giving Nations Christian Princes; doth not give those Princes for this Reason, or ever will be the real Interest of the nation, or of any other nation to be Severe towards all that differ from the Established Way: God in giving nations Christian Princes; does not give those Princes for this Reason, cc av vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f d j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp d d vvb p-acp dt vvn n1: np1 p-acp vvg n2 np1 n2; vdz xx vvi d n2 p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 31
345 because they are Christians, a Power to do Evil; no; Because they Are Christians, a Power to do Evil; no; c-acp pns32 vbr np1, dt n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn; dx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 31
346 by being Christians they have an advantage to do the more Good, but they have never the more Power to persecute or do Evil; but if wise Men do sometimes argue for Severity and Restraint, and in a little time after against Severity from the Interest of the Nation, then it follows that either the Interest of Nations may Vary, and so Indeed it may, by being Christians they have an advantage to do the more Good, but they have never the more Power to persecute or do Evil; but if wise Men do sometime argue for Severity and Restraint, and in a little time After against Severity from the Interest of the nation, then it follows that either the Interest of nations may Vary, and so Indeed it may, p-acp vbg njpg2 pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vdi dt dc j, p-acp pns32 vhb av-x dt av-dc n1 p-acp vvi cc vdb j-jn; p-acp cs j n2 vdb av vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av pn31 vvz cst d dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb vvi, cc av av pn31 vmb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 31
347 or else Wise Men do change their Minds and are not allways wise; or Else Wise Men do change their Minds and Are not always wise; cc av j n2 vdb vvi po32 n2 cc vbr xx av j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 31
348 and therefore neither by the one or the other have we any great security, and it being so there is nothing that we can with more safety trust to under God, and Therefore neither by the one or the other have we any great security, and it being so there is nothing that we can with more safety trust to under God, cc av av-d p-acp dt crd cc dt j-jn vhb pns12 d j n1, cc pn31 vbg av pc-acp vbz pix cst pns12 vmb p-acp av-dc n1 vvb p-acp p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 31
349 than the diligent performance of our Duty, that will secure our Liberty if any thing shall do it; than the diligent performance of our Duty, that will secure our Liberty if any thing shall do it; cs dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, cst vmb j po12 n1 cs d n1 vmb vdi pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 31
350 for if we Willingly diligently and painfully Preach as we are able, and as we have an Opportunity and a call, and yet should happen to be restrain'd as before, for if we Willingly diligently and painfully Preach as we Are able, and as we have an Opportunity and a call, and yet should happen to be restrained as before, c-acp cs pns12 av-j av-j cc av-j vvb c-acp pns12 vbr j, cc c-acp pns12 vhb dt n1 cc dt vvb, cc av vmd vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 31
351 than it will appear that God took it from us; than it will appear that God took it from us; cs pn31 vmb vvi cst np1 vvd pn31 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 31
352 but 'tis to be hoped that God will not, for ordinarily he doth not punish as a Soveraign, but as a Just Judge provoked by our Sins. but it's to be hoped that God will not, for ordinarily he does not Punish as a Sovereign, but as a Just Judge provoked by our Sins. cc-acp pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cst np1 vmb xx, p-acp av-j pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt j-jn, p-acp p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 31
353 The way therefore to preserve our Liberty is to do our Duty. The Way Therefore to preserve our Liberty is to do our Duty. dt n1 av pc-acp vvi po12 n1 vbz pc-acp vdi po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 31
354 Besides the losing the opportunity, we should fear to lose the Disposition of Mind to perform our Duty; this by Neligence will be lost or abated, as tools not used will Rust, and Instruments of Musick laid aside will grow out of Tune, but if we persist in our Duty, that will dispose us to it, Beside the losing the opportunity, we should Fear to loose the Disposition of Mind to perform our Duty; this by Neligence will be lost or abated, as tools not used will Rust, and Instruments of Music laid aside will grow out of Tune, but if we persist in our Duty, that will dispose us to it, p-acp dt vvg dt n1, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvb po12 n1; d p-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, p-acp n2 xx vvn vmb vvi, cc n2 pp-f n1 vvn av vmb vvi av pp-f vvb, p-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1, d vmb vvi pno12 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 32
355 and by this means our work will be the more easy and delightfull to us; and by this means our work will be the more easy and delightful to us; cc p-acp d n2 po12 n1 vmb vbi dt av-dc j cc j p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 32
356 and this is the way to profit the People and to be Successfull in our labours, and this is the Way to profit the People and to be Successful in our labours, cc d vbz dt n1 p-acp vvb dt n1 cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 32
357 for the more we stand affected to our Duty, the more we shall be in earnest with the People, without which the Ministry seldom succeeds; for the more we stand affected to our Duty, the more we shall be in earnest with the People, without which the Ministry seldom succeeds; p-acp dt av-dc pns12 vvb vvn p-acp po12 n1, dt av-dc pns12 vmb vbi p-acp j p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 av vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 32
358 and then when we can discern that some Good is done, that will again put Life into us; and then when we can discern that Some Good is done, that will again put Life into us; cc av c-crq pns12 vmb vvi cst d j vbz vdn, cst vmb av vvd n1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 32
359 a Willing Mind in the Minister is most likely to beget a Willing Mind in the People, and by this means the one will mutually assist the other: However, a Willing Mind in the Minister is most likely to beget a Willing Mind in the People, and by this means the one will mutually assist the other: However, dt j n1 p-acp dt vvb vbz av-ds j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d n2 dt crd vmb av-j vvi dt j-jn: c-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 32
360 if success do not attend (as alas! if success do not attend (as alas! cs n1 vdb xx vvi (c-acp uh! (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 32
361 it doth not in some places) yet there is that which may relieve us in that case; our reward is with the Lord, to whom, whatever the Issue be, we shall be a sweet savour, this is our last relief, the eying the Reward, the Ministerial Reward; which if we believe and consider, will help us to be Stedfast and unmoveable, and to abound in the Work of the Lord, it does not in Some places) yet there is that which may relieve us in that case; our reward is with the Lord, to whom, whatever the Issue be, we shall be a sweet savour, this is our last relief, the Eyeing the Reward, the Ministerial Reward; which if we believe and Consider, will help us to be Steadfast and Unmovable, and to abound in the Work of the Lord, pn31 vdz xx p-acp d n2) av pc-acp vbz d r-crq vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d n1; po12 vvb vbz p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq, r-crq dt n1 vbi, pns12 vmb vbi dt j n1, d vbz po12 ord n1, dt vvg dt vvb, dt j vvb; r-crq cs pns12 vvb cc vvb, vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi j cc j-u, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 32
362 whilst we know that (though as to men it may be much Fruitless, yet) it shall not be in vain in the Lord. FINIS. while we know that (though as to men it may be much Fruitless, yet) it shall not be in vain in the Lord. FINIS. cs pns12 vvb d (c-acp c-acp p-acp n2 pn31 vmb vbi av-d j, av) pn31 vmb xx vbi p-acp j p-acp dt n1. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 32

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