The certainty of salvation to them who dye in the Lord a sermon preached at the funeral of the Right Honourable, George Lord Delamer, at Boden, in the county-palatine of Chester, September the 9th, 1684 / by Zachary Cawdrey ...

Cawdrey, Zachary, 1616-1684
Publisher: Printed for Peter Gillworth and James Thurston
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1684
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A31451 ESTC ID: R36290 STC ID: C1645
Subject Headings: Delamer, George Booth, -- Baron, 1622-1684; Funeral sermons; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 THE CERTAINTY OF SALVATION To them who dye in the Lord. REV. 14.13. THE CERTAINTY OF SALVATION To them who die in the Lord. REV. 14.13. dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1. np1. crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 And I heard a Voice from Heaven, saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the Dead that dye in the Lord from henceforth: And I herd a Voice from Heaven, saying unto me, Write, Blessed Are the Dead that die in the Lord from henceforth: cc pns11 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp pno11, vvb, vvn vbr dt j cst vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their Labours; and their Works do follow them. Yea, Says the Spirit, that they may rest from their Labours; and their Works do follow them. uh, vvz dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2; cc po32 vvz vdb vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 IT is an Article of the common Creed of all Mankind, that it shall be far better with pious and vertuous Persons, IT is an Article of the Common Creed of all Mankind, that it shall be Far better with pious and virtuous Persons, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi av-j av-jc p-acp j cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 and far worse with the vicious and ungodly, after this Life, than it can possibly be whilst they are in the Body. and Far Worse with the vicious and ungodly, After this Life, than it can possibly be while they Are in the Body. cc av-j jc p-acp dt j cc j, c-acp d n1, cs pn31 vmb av-j vbi cs pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 For it is generally believed, that this present Life is appointed by God, the Supream Judge, to be the time of Trial and Probation, wherein Men work out for themselves either Eternal Salvation or Damnation. For it is generally believed, that this present Life is appointed by God, the Supreme Judge, to be the time of Trial and Probation, wherein Men work out for themselves either Eternal Salvation or Damnation. p-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn, cst d j n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, dt j n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq n2 vvb av p-acp px32 av-d j n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
6 It was such even to Adam in Paradise. It was such even to Adam in Paradise. pn31 vbds d av p-acp np1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
7 Now, if we enquire into the Rise of this common Persuasion (at least, as to the first part of it; Now, if we inquire into the Rise of this Common Persuasion (At least, as to the First part of it; av, cs pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 (p-acp ds, c-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
8 about the future happiness of those who are esteemed good Men) we shall find that it is not Natural Reason which, in its Consequences, draws Men into this Belief: about the future happiness of those who Are esteemed good Men) we shall find that it is not Natural Reason which, in its Consequences, draws Men into this Belief: p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f d r-crq vbr vvn j n2) pns12 vmb vvi cst pn31 vbz xx j n1 r-crq, p-acp po31 n2, vvz n2 p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
9 For Reason will easily convince a considerate person (who shall set himself to weigh things seriously and wisely) that Humane Nature is sunk into a state below the degree which was due to it according to the scale and distances of the Creatures from one another, For Reason will Easily convince a considerate person (who shall Set himself to weigh things seriously and wisely) that Humane Nature is sunk into a state below the degree which was due to it according to the scale and distances of the Creatures from one Another, p-acp n1 vmb av-j vvi dt j n1 (r-crq vmb vvi px31 pc-acp vvi n2 av-j cc av-j) cst j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds j-jn p-acp pn31 vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp crd j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
10 and is fallen from its primitive temper, to affect and do things very Brutish, and unbecoming a Rational Being. and is fallen from its primitive temper, to affect and do things very Brutish, and unbecoming a Rational Being. cc vbz vvn p-acp po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi cc vdb n2 av j, cc j dt j vbg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
11 And seeing this proneness to unseemly Actions and Affections is found to be common to all Men of all Ages and Climates or Places, it cannot be reasonably conjectured how this Degeneracy of Humane Nature could have come into the World, And seeing this proneness to unseemly Actions and Affections is found to be Common to all Men of all Ages and Climates or Places, it cannot be reasonably conjectured how this Degeneracy of Humane Nature could have come into the World, np1 vvg d n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n2 pp-f d n2 cc n2 cc n2, pn31 vmbx vbi av-j vvn c-crq d n1 pp-f j n1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
12 but by the Miscarriage of the first common Parents of all Mankind. but by the Miscarriage of the First Common Parents of all Mankind. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord j n2 pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
13 Besides, it is plain to every Man who reflects upon his own Life, that he himself hath actually sinned, both frequently and heinously, against the In-written Law of his own Conscience. Beside, it is plain to every Man who reflects upon his own Life, that he himself hath actually sinned, both frequently and heinously, against the In-written Law of his own Conscience. a-acp, pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp po31 d n1, cst pns31 px31 vhz av-j vvn, av-d av-j cc av-j, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
14 So that no Man's Reason can secure to himself, that God, the Righteous Judge, will advance him to Bliss hereafter, seeing he hath come short of the Glory of God, his Maker ( Rom. 3.23.) which ought to be the great end and design of every Man. So that no Man's Reason can secure to himself, that God, the Righteous Judge, will advance him to Bliss hereafter, seeing he hath come short of the Glory of God, his Maker (Rom. 3.23.) which ought to be the great end and Design of every Man. av cst dx ng1 n1 vmb vvi p-acp px31, cst np1, dt j n1, vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1 av, vvg pns31 vhz vvn j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 n1 (np1 crd.) r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
15 So that though Reason can evince the Immortality of the Soul, and that God will judge the World in Righteousness, according to their Works, So that though Reason can evince the Immortality of the Soul, and that God will judge the World in Righteousness, according to their Works, av cst cs n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc cst np1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp po32 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
16 and consequently, can prove that an Hell and state of Torments doth abide the notoriously debauched and wicked persons, and consequently, can prove that an Hell and state of Torments does abide the notoriously debauched and wicked Persons, cc av-j, vmb vvi d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 vdz vvi dt av-j vvn cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
17 yet cannot Reason prove that there remains an Heaven, or state of Bliss for any, seeing all Men are Sinners. yet cannot Reason prove that there remains an Heaven, or state of Bliss for any, seeing all Men Are Sinners. av vmbx vvi vvb cst a-acp vvz dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, vvg d n2 vbr n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
18 From whence then comes it to pass, that men of all Religions; From whence then comes it to pass, that men of all Religions; p-acp q-crq av vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst n2 pp-f d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
19 Heathens, Mahumetans, Jews and Christians, have imbibed a Belief, that certainly there is a Reward for the Righteous; heathens, Mahumetans, jews and Christians, have imbibed a Belief, that Certainly there is a Reward for the Righteous; n2-jn, np1, np2 cc np1, vhb vvn dt n1, cst av-j a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
20 and that after this Life, the Pious, the Just, the Loyal, the Temperate, the universally Kind and Obliging, and that After this Life, the Pious, the Just, the Loyal, the Temperate, the universally Kind and Obliging, cc cst p-acp d n1, dt j, dt j, dt j, dt j, dt av-j j cc j-vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
21 and who delight in all other holy and humble persons, shall enter into Peace and Bliss? If I be able to judge, there can be no other Rise of this common Belief and Hope, and who delight in all other holy and humble Persons, shall enter into Peace and Bliss? If I be able to judge, there can be no other Rise of this Common Belief and Hope, cc r-crq n1 p-acp d j-jn j cc j n2, vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1? cs pns11 vbb j pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vmb vbi dx j-jn n1 pp-f d j n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
22 but the Tradition universally carried down, from the first Fathers of Nations, to their Posterity; but the Tradition universally carried down, from the First Father's of nations, to their Posterity; cc-acp dt n1 av-j vvn a-acp, p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f n2, p-acp po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
23 whom their Parents instructed, that though Mankind, by the Miscarriage of their first Parents, was fallen from their primitive Innocency, whom their Parents instructed, that though Mankind, by the Miscarriage of their First Parents, was fallen from their primitive Innocency, ro-crq po32 n2 vvn, cst cs n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 ord n2, vbds vvn p-acp po32 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
24 and had forfeited all Right to Happiness, as well as the fallen Angels had done, according to the Law, and had forfeited all Right to Happiness, as well as the fallen Angels had done, according to the Law, cc vhd vvn d n-jn p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp dt vvn n2 vhd vdn, vvg p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
25 and first Covenant of their Creator; and First Covenant of their Creator; cc ord n1 pp-f po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
26 yet God condescended to make a New Covenant with Man in his lapsed State, through the Mediation of that promised Seed of the Woman, who, by having his Heel bruised (by suffering the Curse due to our Sin) should break the Serpent's head, yet God condescended to make a New Covenant with Man in his lapsed State, through the Mediation of that promised Seed of the Woman, who, by having his Heel Bruised (by suffering the Curse due to our since) should break the Serpent's head, av np1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vvn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq, p-acp vhg po31 n1 vvd (p-acp vvg dt n1 j-jn p-acp po12 n1) vmd vvi dt ng1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
27 and defeat the design of the fallen Angels, who aimed at the universal destruction of all Mankind. and defeat the Design of the fallen Angels, who aimed At the universal destruction of all Mankind. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt vvn n2, r-crq vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
28 And in that Covenant God promised also, through the Intercession of the promised Seed, to accept graciously of the sincere, And in that Covenant God promised also, through the Intercession of the promised Seed, to accept graciously of the sincere, cc p-acp d n1 np1 vvd av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, pc-acp vvi av-j pp-f dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
29 though imperfect Services of Men, and to reward them with an eternal Happiness. though imperfect Services of Men, and to reward them with an Eternal Happiness. cs j n2 pp-f n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
30 So that in every Nation, they that feared God, and worked Righteousness should be accepted with him, Act. 10.35. So that in every nation, they that feared God, and worked Righteousness should be accepted with him, Act. 10.35. av cst p-acp d n1, pns32 cst vvd np1, cc j-vvn n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31, n1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
31 And this Patriarchal Creed, about the efficacy of the Propitiation of the promised Seed (the Christ) to abolish the guilt of Sin; And this Patriarchal Creed, about the efficacy of the Propitiation of the promised Seed (the christ) to Abolah the guilt of since; cc d j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1 (dt np1) pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
32 and the prevalency of his Intercession, as Mediator of the New Covenant, to make accepted the Services of sincere and humble Penitents, was not only carried down by Catechetical Instruction to all the Families of the Earth, and the prevalency of his Intercession, as Mediator of the New Covenant, to make accepted the Services of sincere and humble Penitents, was not only carried down by Catechetical Instruction to all the Families of the Earth, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp vvi vvd dt n2 pp-f j cc j n2-jn, vbds xx av-j vvn a-acp p-acp j n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
33 but they were taught also to make a Confession of that Faith, and to protest that Hope by the offering of Sacrifices, till the promised Seed should come to be actually offered as a Propitiation for Sin, but they were taught also to make a Confessi of that Faith, and to protest that Hope by the offering of Sacrifices, till the promised Seed should come to be actually offered as a Propitiation for since, cc-acp pns32 vbdr vvn av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f cst n1, cc pc-acp vvi cst vvb p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2, c-acp dt j-vvn n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
34 and to establish that New Covenant, and the gracious Promises of it, in and through his Blood. and to establish that New Covenant, and the gracious Promises of it, in and through his Blood. cc pc-acp vvi d j n1, cc dt j vvz pp-f pn31, p-acp cc p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
35 Which Covenant was indeed, as to the Acceptance of God's infinite Mercy, established from the first moment that the Promise was made to Adam. And so Christ was a Lamb slain from the beginning of the World; Which Covenant was indeed, as to the Acceptance of God's infinite Mercy, established from the First moment that the Promise was made to Adam. And so christ was a Lamb slave from the beginning of the World; r-crq n1 vbds av, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, vvn p-acp dt ord n1 cst dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1. cc av np1 vbds dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
36 not only in the Type of Sacrifices, but in Divine Acceptance, and in the acting of Faith by the Saints of all Ages. not only in the Type of Sacrifices, but in Divine Acceptance, and in the acting of Faith by the Saints of all Ages. xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp p-acp j-jn n1, cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
37 But this primary intention of Sacrifices, as representing the Atonement to be made by the promised Seed, But this primary intention of Sacrifices, as representing the Atonement to be made by the promised Seed, p-acp d j n1 pp-f n2, c-acp vvg dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
38 and the Acceptance of our Services through his Intercession, was soon lost, and the Tradition about their Significancy was soon corrupted, and the Acceptance of our Services through his Intercession, was soon lost, and the Tradition about their Significancy was soon corrupted, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1, vbds av vvn, cc dt n1 p-acp po32 n1 vbds av vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
39 and they became universally abused to Superstitious and Idolatrous Services. and they became universally abused to Superstitious and Idolatrous Services. cc pns32 vvd av-j vvn p-acp j cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
40 Yet still God, in his infinite Mercy to Men, and for their encouragement in Vertue and Piety, secured that part of the Tradition uncorrupt, That to them who by patient continuance in well doing sought for Glory, Yet still God, in his infinite Mercy to Men, and for their encouragement in Virtue and Piety, secured that part of the Tradition uncorrupt, That to them who by patient Continuance in well doing sought for Glory, av av np1, p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp n2, cc p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvn d n1 pp-f dt n1 j, cst p-acp pno32 r-crq p-acp j n1 p-acp av vdg vvd p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
41 and Honour, and Immortality, God would give Eternal Life, Rom. 2.7. and Honour, and Immortality, God would give Eternal Life, Rom. 2.7. cc n1, cc n1, np1 vmd vvi j n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
42 But because Vertue was always envied, and many times persecuted (and especially it was so, But Because Virtue was always envied, and many times persecuted (and especially it was so, cc-acp p-acp n1 vbds av vvn, cc d n2 vvn (cc av-j pn31 vbds av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 4
43 after that Religion came again to be exercised upon the Genuine Patriarchal Principles revived in the Evangelical Doctrine) God, After that Religion Come again to be exercised upon the Genuine Patriarchal Principles revived in the Evangelical Doctrine) God, c-acp cst n1 vvd av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j j n2 vvn p-acp dt np1 n1) np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 4
44 for our encouragement, was pleased to confirm that Article of our Faith [ about the happiness of holy Men after death ] by several Revelations from Heaven, which were after recorded in the Writings of the holy Prophets and Apostles. for our encouragement, was pleased to confirm that Article of our Faith [ about the happiness of holy Men After death ] by several Revelations from Heaven, which were After recorded in the Writings of the holy prophets and Apostles. p-acp po12 n1, vbds vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f po12 n1 [ a-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp n1 ] p-acp j n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vbdr a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt j n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 4
45 And of that sort is the Theme assigned me for my present Discourse: And of that sort is the Theme assigned me for my present Discourse: cc pp-f d n1 vbz dt n1 vvd pno11 p-acp po11 j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 4
46 I heard a Voice, &c. For this Text was therefore commended to my Meditation, because it was the last Scripture which this Noble Berean, this learned and pious Lord had set down under that Head, [ The Certainty of Salvation. I herd a Voice, etc. For this Text was Therefore commended to my Meditation, Because it was the last Scripture which this Noble Berean, this learned and pious Lord had Set down under that Head, [ The Certainty of Salvation. pns11 vvd dt n1, av p-acp d n1 vbds av vvn p-acp po11 n1, c-acp pn31 vbds dt ord n1 r-crq d j njp, d j cc j n1 vhd vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, [ dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
47 ] It being his pious custom, not only daily to search the Scriptures, and meditate on them; ] It being his pious custom, not only daily to search the Scriptures, and meditate on them; ] pn31 vbg po31 j n1, xx av-j j pc-acp vvi dt n2, cc vvi p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
48 but also to refer the Scriptures to their proper Subjects; that they might be of ready use to him on all Occurrences. but also to refer the Scriptures to their proper Subject's; that they might be of ready use to him on all Occurrences. cc-acp av pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp po32 j n2-jn; cst pns32 vmd vbi pp-f j n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
49 The Position, or Doctrine of this Text is the more to be observed, First, because it is the foundation of all Religious Actings and Sufferings (for every one that cometh to God, The Position, or Doctrine of this Text is the more to be observed, First, Because it is the Foundation of all Religious Actings and Sufferings (for every one that comes to God, dt n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1 vbz dt av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn, ord, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n2 cc n2 (c-acp d pi cst vvz p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
50 or is a Proselyte to his holy Fear and Love) must believe that he is, or is a Proselyte to his holy fear and Love) must believe that he is, cc vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1) vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
51 and is a Rewarder of those that diligently seek him, Heb. 11.6. and is a Rewarder of those that diligently seek him, Hebrew 11.6. cc vbz dt n1 pp-f d cst av-j vvi pno31, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
52 And Secondly, Because it is not only the Dictate of the Holy Ghost to the inspired Pen-man, And Secondly, Because it is not only the Dictate of the Holy Ghost to the inspired Penman, cc ord, c-acp pn31 vbz xx av-j dt vvi pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
53 but commanded by a Voice from Heaven to be recorded: but commanded by a Voice from Heaven to be recorded: cc-acp vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
54 An Angel speaking articulately in and with a Clap of Thunder to St. John, to write it. an Angel speaking articulately in and with a Clap of Thunder to Saint John, to write it. dt n1 vvg av-j p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 np1, pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
55 Instances of the like Voice we have in several places of Scripture; particularly, Mat. 3. at our Saviour's Baptism; Instances of the like Voice we have in several places of Scripture; particularly, Mathew 3. At our Saviour's Baptism; n2 pp-f dt j n1 pns12 vhb p-acp j n2 pp-f n1; av-j, np1 crd p-acp po12 ng1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
56 and Act. 9. at St. Paul 's miraculous Conversion. and Act. 9. At Saint Paul is miraculous Conversion. cc n1 crd p-acp n1 np1 vbz j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
57 The Doctrine it self to be recorded is not barely propounded, but confirmed by all the Methods that Reason or Discourse doth admit; The Doctrine it self to be recorded is not barely propounded, but confirmed by all the Methods that Reason or Discourse does admit; dt n1 pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz xx av-j vvn, cc-acp vvd p-acp d dt n2 cst n1 cc n1 vdz vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
58 namely, by Testimony (Thus saith the Spirit) and by Arguments artificial, drawn from the most clear (to pick that of the Causes;) They may, or do rest from their Labours, namely, by Testimony (Thus Says the Spirit) and by Arguments artificial, drawn from the most clear (to pick that of the Causes;) They may, or do rest from their Labours, av, p-acp n1 (av vvz dt n1) cc p-acp n2 j, vvn p-acp dt av-ds j (p-acp vvi d pp-f dt n2;) pns32 vmb, cc vdb vvi p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
59 and their Works follow them to be rewarded; and their Works follow them to be rewarded; cc po32 vvz vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
60 a tranquillity or undisturbedness of state, and an enioyment both of reflex and direct pleasure being necessary to make up compleat Blessedness. a tranquillity or Undisturbedness of state, and an enjoyment both of reflex and Direct pleasure being necessary to make up complete Blessedness. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc j n1 vbg j pc-acp vvi a-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
61 Position. So now then our Theme or Position to be discoursed on is this, That it is evident both from the Testimony of the Spirit, Position. So now then our Theme or Position to be discoursed on is this, That it is evident both from the Testimony of the Spirit, n1. av av av po12 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp vbz d, cst pn31 vbz j av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
62 and the most cogent Reasons, that they who dye in the Lord are from thenceforth blessed. and the most cogent Reasons, that they who die in the Lord Are from thenceforth blessed. cc dt av-ds j n2, cst pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 vbr p-acp av vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
63 But before I pursue the Proof of it from the Arguments in the Text, I must explain the meaning of the Terms denominating the Subject of all the three Propositions in the Text; But before I pursue the Proof of it from the Arguments in the Text, I must explain the meaning of the Terms denominating the Subject of all the three Propositions in the Text; p-acp a-acp pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvg dt j-jn pp-f d dt crd n2 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
64 namely, They that dye in the Lord: for in every one of the Propositions, that is the Subject: namely, They that die in the Lord: for in every one of the Propositions, that is the Subject: av, pns32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1: p-acp p-acp d crd pp-f dt n2, cst vbz dt j-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
65 They who dye in the Lord are blessed; They who dye in the Lord rest from their Labours; They who die in the Lord Are blessed; They who die in the Lord rest from their Labours; pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn; pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
66 and They who dye in the Lord have their Works to follow them. Qu. What is it therefore to dye in the Lord? and They who die in the Lord have their Works to follow them. Qu. What is it Therefore to die in the Lord? cc pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 vhb po32 vvz p-acp vvi pno32. n1 r-crq vbz pn31 av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
67 Answ. He dyes in the Lord, who at the time of his death is found under that temper of Spirit, Answer He dies in the Lord, who At the time of his death is found under that temper of Spirit, np1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
68 and the exercise of those Graces, which do evidence his Implanting into Christ by Grace, and his Acceptance with God in Christ, through his Mercy, in the New Covenant. and the exercise of those Graces, which do evidence his Implanting into christ by Grace, and his Acceptance with God in christ, through his Mercy, in the New Covenant. cc dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vdb n1 po31 n-vvg p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
69 But to make this more clear, we must explain who it is that lives in the Lord: But to make this more clear, we must explain who it is that lives in the Lord: p-acp pc-acp vvi d dc j, pns12 vmb vvi r-crq pn31 vbz cst vvz p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 6
70 and that I may do so, I must set down what Respects and Relations Christ stands in towards us, according to God's Appointment in the New Covenant. and that I may do so, I must Set down what Respects and Relations christ Stands in towards us, according to God's Appointment in the New Covenant. cc cst pns11 vmb vdi av, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp r-crq n2 cc n2 np1 vvz p-acp p-acp pno12, vvg p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 6
71 1. Christ therefore is appointed by God in the New Covenant, to be a Propitiation and Atonement for Sin, through his Blood and Meritorious Sufferings; 1. christ Therefore is appointed by God in the New Covenant, to be a Propitiation and Atonement for since, through his Blood and Meritorious Sufferings; crd np1 av vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, p-acp po31 n1 cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 6
72 that on the account of them, God might pardon the returning Penitent, without any dishonour to his Soveraign Government of Men and Angels. that on the account of them, God might pardon the returning Penitent, without any dishonour to his Sovereign Government of Men and Angels. cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, np1 vmd vvi dt vvg j-jn, p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 j-jn n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 6
73 2. He was appointed also to be the Mediator of a New Covenant, in whose hand all the Promises thereof are established: 2. He was appointed also to be the Mediator of a New Covenant, in whose hand all the Promises thereof Are established: crd pns31 vbds vvn av pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 d dt vvz av vbr vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 6
74 All the Promises of Pardon, Peace, Grace and Glory are Yea and Amen in him, or through his Blood or Death; All the Promises of Pardon, Peace, Grace and Glory Are Yea and Amen in him, or through his Blood or Death; d dt vvz pp-f n1, n1, n1 cc n1 vbr uh cc uh-n p-acp pno31, cc p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 6
75 confirming that New Testament, or Covenant. confirming that New Testament, or Covenant. vvg d j n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 7
76 3. Christ is also appointed by God to be the Head and Fountain of new spiritual Life and Power to Mankind, who by the Fall of Adam, had lost all power to do good, 3. christ is also appointed by God to be the Head and Fountain of new spiritual Life and Power to Mankind, who by the Fallen of Adam, had lost all power to do good, crd np1 vbz av vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vhd vvn d n1 pc-acp vdi j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 7
77 and promote their own Happiness, as well as the Devils and damned Spirits had lost the same; and promote their own Happiness, as well as the Devils and damned Spirits had lost the same; cc vvi po32 d n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n2 cc j-vvn n2 vhd vvn dt d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 7
78 but, It pleased the Father that in Christ should all fulness of spiritual power dwell, Col. 1.19. but, It pleased the Father that in christ should all fullness of spiritual power dwell, Col. 1.19. cc-acp, pn31 vvd dt n1 cst p-acp np1 vmd d n1 pp-f j n1 vvi, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 7
79 And He is that true Light which lighteth every man that cometh into the World, Joh. 1.9. And He is that true Light which lights every man that comes into the World, John 1.9. cc pns31 vbz d j n1 r-crq vvz d n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 7
80 And, Of his Fulness we are to receive Grace, and Grace for Grace, Joh. 1.16. And, Of his Fullness we Are to receive Grace, and Grace for Grace, John 1.16. np1, pp-f po31 n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 7
81 4. Christ is appointed also to be the High Priest, in and through whose Intercession, our sincere, though imperfect Services are accepted. 4. christ is appointed also to be the High Priest, in and through whose Intercession, our sincere, though imperfect Services Are accepted. crd np1 vbz vvn av pc-acp vbi dt j n1, p-acp cc p-acp rg-crq n1, po12 j, cs j n2 vbr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 7
82 5. And he is appointed also to be the First born among many Brethren, in and through whose Purchase and Title we are to be adopted to the Inheritance of Eternal Glory. 5. And he is appointed also to be the First born among many Brothers, in and through whose Purchase and Title we Are to be adopted to the Inheritance of Eternal Glory. crd cc pns31 vbz vvn av pc-acp vbi dt ord vvn p-acp d n2, p-acp cc p-acp rg-crq n1 cc n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 7
83 6. Christ is also appointed to be the First Fruits of them that sleep, to consecrate our Bodies to a Resurrection, by his rising again. 6. christ is also appointed to be the First Fruits of them that sleep, to consecrate our Bodies to a Resurrection, by his rising again. crd np1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi dt ord n2 pp-f pno32 cst vvb, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 vvg av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 7
84 Thus is Christ to us a Propitiation, a Mediator, an Intercessor, an Head and Root both of Grace, Thus is christ to us a Propitiation, a Mediator, an Intercessor, an Head and Root both of Grace, av vbz np1 p-acp pno12 dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 av-d pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 7
85 and Adoption of Bodies and Souls to Glory. But to whom is he effectually all this? and Adoption of Bodies and Souls to Glory. But to whom is he effectually all this? cc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp n1. cc-acp p-acp ro-crq vbz pns31 av-j d d? (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 7
86 The Gospel tells us, he is so to them, who exercise Repentance towards God, and Faith towards him, our Lord Jesus Christ, Act. 20.21. Who are constant in mortifying of their Lusts, Rom. 8.13. The Gospel tells us, he is so to them, who exercise Repentance towards God, and Faith towards him, our Lord jesus christ, Act. 20.21. Who Are constant in mortifying of their Lustiest, Rom. 8.13. dt n1 vvz pno12, pns31 vbz av p-acp pno32, r-crq n1 n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp pno31, po12 n1 np1 np1, n1 crd. r-crq vbr j p-acp vvg pp-f po32 n2, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 7
87 Who have devoted themselves sincerely to God's Glory, 2 Cor. 5.15. (that is) who have resolved to do or suffer any thing which may promote the Knowledge, Fear, Who have devoted themselves sincerely to God's Glory, 2 Cor. 5.15. (that is) who have resolved to do or suffer any thing which may promote the Knowledge, fear, q-crq vhb vvn px32 av-j pc-acp npg1 n1, crd np1 crd. (d vbz) r-crq vhb vvn pc-acp vdi cc vvi d n1 r-crq vmb vvi dt n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 7
88 and Faith and Love of God, and of our Lord Jesus Christ: and Faith and Love of God, and of our Lord jesus christ: cc n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 7
89 And who exercise universal Charity towards all Men (even Enemies) with special delight in all holy and good Men, 1 Cor. 13.1. And who exercise universal Charity towards all Men (even Enemies) with special delight in all holy and good Men, 1 Cor. 13.1. cc r-crq n1 j n1 p-acp d n2 (j n2) p-acp j n1 p-acp d j cc j n2, crd np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 7
90 And lastly, Those who make God's Favour in Christ Jesus here, and Communion with him in a Vision of Peace hereafter, the Inheritance and Happiness which they chuse and desire before all things, both in this World, And lastly, Those who make God's Favour in christ jesus Here, and Communion with him in a Vision of Peace hereafter, the Inheritance and Happiness which they choose and desire before all things, both in this World, cc ord, d r-crq vvb npg1 n1 p-acp np1 np1 av, cc n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av, dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp d n2, av-d p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 8
91 and in the World to come, Psal. 73.25. and Gal. 6.8. and in the World to come, Psalm 73.25. and Gal. 6.8. cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd. cc np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 8
92 These, I say, these penitent, believing, mortified, devoted, charitable, and heavenly-minded persons are (according to the Conditions of the New Covenant) in Christ, so as to receive from him the Benefits of Justification, Peace, Increase of Grace, Acceptance in their Duties, These, I say, these penitent, believing, mortified, devoted, charitable, and heavenly-minded Persons Are (according to the Conditions of the New Covenant) in christ, so as to receive from him the Benefits of Justification, Peace, Increase of Grace, Acceptance in their Duties, np1, pns11 vvb, d n-jn, vvg, j-vvn, j-vvn, j, cc j n2 vbr (vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1) p-acp np1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 dt n2 pp-f n1, n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 8
93 and Adoption, and Resurrection unto Glory. and Adoption, and Resurrection unto Glory. cc n1, cc n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 8
94 So then they who persevere in the Exercise of those Graces of Repentance, Faith, Devotedness to God's Service, &c. to the end of their days, these dye in the Lord: So then they who persevere in the Exercise of those Graces of Repentance, Faith, Devotedness to God's Service, etc. to the end of their days, these die in the Lord: av av pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1, n1, n1 p-acp npg1 n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, d vvb p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 8
95 they dye with a Right and Title (according to the terms of the New Covenant) to that Crown of Glory which Christ hath purchased; they die with a Right and Title (according to the terms of the New Covenant) to that Crown of Glory which christ hath purchased; pns32 vvb p-acp dt n-jn cc n1 (vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1) p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 8
96 and as a Righteous Judge, will give unto them at that day, the day of death. and as a Righteous Judge, will give unto them At that day, the day of death. cc c-acp dt j n1, vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 8
97 A second Term to be explain'd is this (From henceforth) NONLATINALPHABET which is an Epocha, or Date; A second Term to be explained is this (From henceforth) which is an Epocha, or Date; dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d (p-acp av) r-crq vbz dt np1, cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 8
98 and to me seems best sixed at the death of the Saints. and to me seems best sixed At the death of the Saints. cc p-acp pno11 vvz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 8
99 So that the sense is, They who dye in the Lord are blessed from the very Instant of their death, without any suspension of their Happiness through the sleep of their Souls, So that the sense is, They who die in the Lord Are blessed from the very Instant of their death, without any suspension of their Happiness through the sleep of their Souls, av cst dt n1 vbz, pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt j j-jn pp-f po32 n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
100 or on account of their passage through, or stay in Purgatory, or any other middle state intervening betwixt the bodily Life and the Happiness of departed holy Souls. or on account of their passage through, or stay in Purgatory, or any other middle state intervening betwixt the bodily Life and the Happiness of departed holy Souls. cc p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp, cc vvi p-acp n1, cc d j-jn j-jn n1 j-vvg p-acp dt j n1 cc dt n1 pp-f j-vvn j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
101 This plain sense is both agreeable to the Scriptures, and seems to be the sense of the Church of England about this Text, in that she appoints it to be read at the Interment of the Dead. This plain sense is both agreeable to the Scriptures, and seems to be the sense of the Church of England about this Text, in that she appoints it to be read At the Interment of the Dead. d j n1 vbz d j p-acp dt n2, cc vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, p-acp cst pns31 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 8
102 So that I shall cleave to this plain sense, waving all critical Enquiries after any other; So that I shall cleave to this plain sense, waving all critical Enquiries After any other; av cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1, vvg d j n2 p-acp d n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 8
103 though I am not ignorant that some Expositors begin this Date from the ceasing of Persecution for some time under the Emperors Trajan, Antoninus, or some other mild Heathen Emperors. though I am not ignorant that Some Expositors begin this Date from the ceasing of Persecution for Some time under the Emperor's Trajan, Antoninus, or Some other mild Heathen Emperor's. cs pns11 vbm xx j cst d n2 vvb d n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt ng1 np1, np1, cc d j-jn j j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
104 Other Expositors fix it from the renewing of Persecutions under Decius or Dioclesian, or other bitter Persecutors. Other Expositors fix it from the renewing of Persecutions under Decius or Diocletian, or other bitter Persecutors. av-jn n2 vvb pn31 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2 p-acp np1 cc np1, cc j-jn j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
105 Others again fix it from the time of ceasing Persecution under the Emperors, or Rome - Heathen, till the Renewal of Persecution again under Rome - Papal. Others again fix it from the time of ceasing Persecution under the Emperor's, or Room - Heathen, till the Renewal of Persecution again under Room - Papal. ng2-jn av vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp dt n2, cc vvb - j-jn, c-acp dt np1 pp-f n1 av p-acp vvb - np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
106 But though Expositors thus differ about some critical Notes of time, yet they all agree that at their death the Saints are happy. But though Expositors thus differ about Some critical Notes of time, yet they all agree that At their death the Saints Are happy. p-acp cs n2 av vvi p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, av pns32 d vvb cst p-acp po32 n1 dt n2 vbr j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
107 I shall therefore stick to that sense. I shall Therefore stick to that sense. pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
108 Thirdly, I must explain what are the Labours, from which they who dye in the Lord are said to rest. Thirdly, I must explain what Are the Labours, from which they who die in the Lord Are said to rest. ord, pns11 vmb vvi r-crq vbr dt n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 9
109 I answer, All Conditions which are burthensome to the inward or outward Man, to Body or Soul, are Labours. I answer, All Conditions which Are burdensome to the inward or outward Man, to Body or Soul, Are Labours. pns11 vvb, d n2 r-crq vbr j p-acp dt j cc j n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, vbr n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
110 Such therefore are Sickness, Pain, Loss, Reproach, Disappointment, Banishments, Imprisonments, Tormenting Deaths: Such Therefore Are Sickness, Pain, Loss, Reproach, Disappointment, Banishments, Imprisonments, Tormenting Death's: d av vbr n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n2, n2, vvg n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
111 Such also are those passions of Fear, Anger, Sorrow, Envy, Inordinate Desire, Suspiciousness and Anxiety of Mind: Such also Are those passion of fear, Anger, Sorrow, Envy, Inordinate Desire, Suspiciousness and Anxiety of Mind: d av vbr d n2 pp-f n1, n1, np1-n, n1, j n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
112 Such also are all Compassions and Sufferings in Soul for the Miseries of others, whether our private Friends and Relations, Such also Are all Compassions and Sufferings in Soul for the Misery's of Others, whither our private Friends and Relations, d av vbr d n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt ng1 pp-f n2-jn, cs po12 j n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
113 or our Country, or the Church of God. or our Country, or the Church of God. cc po12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
114 Add to these, Christians being subject to Temptations, either to sin, or to doubt of God's Mercy to their Souls, are Labours also. Add to these, Christians being Subject to Temptations, either to since, or to doubt of God's Mercy to their Souls, Are Labours also. vvb p-acp d, np1 vbg j-jn p-acp n2, av-d p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po32 n2, vbr n2 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
115 I say, all these, both Sufferings, Passions, Compassions and Temptations are Labours. I say, all these, both Sufferings, Passion, Compassions and Temptations Are Labours. pns11 vvb, d d, d n2, n2, n2 cc n2 vbr n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
116 Here therefore I shall, before I come to handle the main Proposition, speak a little to two other Truths here supposed; and they are these: Here Therefore I shall, before I come to handle the main Proposition, speak a little to two other Truths Here supposed; and they Are these: av av pns11 vmb, c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi dt j n1, vvb dt j p-acp crd j-jn n2 av vvn; cc pns32 vbr d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 9
117 First, That even good Men, who live in the Lord, do not, till they dye in the Lord, rest from all their Labours. First, That even good Men, who live in the Lord, do not, till they die in the Lord, rest from all their Labours. ord, cst av j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1, vdb xx, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp d po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 9
118 Secondly, That bad Men, who do not live in the Lord, and consequently, cannot dye in the Lord, such do not rest from their Labours when they dye; Secondly, That bad Men, who do not live in the Lord, and consequently, cannot die in the Lord, such do not rest from their Labours when they die; ord, cst j n2, r-crq vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, cc av-j, vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1, d vdb xx vvi p-acp po32 n2 c-crq pns32 vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 9
119 but the bitterest of their Labours follow them, even beyond the Grave. but the Bitterest of their Labours follow them, even beyond the Grave. cc-acp dt js pp-f po32 n2 vvi pno32, av p-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 9
120 First, That good Men have not a Rest from their Labours on this side the Grave. First, That good Men have not a Rest from their Labours on this side the Grave. ord, cst j n2 vhb xx dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1 dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
121 It is true that Faith and Patience do much correct the malignity and bitterness of their Sufferings: It is true that Faith and Patience do much correct the malignity and bitterness of their Sufferings: pn31 vbz j cst n1 cc n1 vdb av-d vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
122 but even the best of God's Children have their Labours here. but even the best of God's Children have their Labours Here. cc-acp av dt js pp-f npg1 n2 vhb po32 n2 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
123 For, Who can doubt but it is a labour and burthen, even to a good Man, to be under pining sickness and pain, to be subjected to the persecutions of slanderous Tongues and Pens, to be deprived of their Estates, Liberty or Country? Who doubts but that Anger, Sorrow, Fear, For, Who can doubt but it is a labour and burden, even to a good Man, to be under pining sickness and pain, to be subjected to the persecutions of slanderous Tongues and Pens, to be deprived of their Estates, Liberty or Country? Who doubts but that Anger, Sorrow, fear, p-acp, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1, av p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp j-vvg n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2, pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po32 n2, n1 cc n1? q-crq vvz p-acp d n1, np1-n, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
124 and Anxiety of Mind are yet a greater burthen and labour, if a good Man, in his weakness, falls under the impression of any of them? So also it is no small burthen, and Anxiety of Mind Are yet a greater burden and labour, if a good Man, in his weakness, falls under the impression of any of them? So also it is no small burden, cc n1 pp-f n1 vbr av dt jc n1 cc n1, cs dt j n1, p-acp po31 n1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d pp-f pno32? av av pn31 vbz dx j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
125 when Friends are miserable or disobliging. when Friends Are miserable or disobliging. c-crq n2 vbr j cc vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
126 What a great part of a good Man's heart and bowels are carried away by the loss of a dear Joseph, the Imprisonment of a Simeon, the Ravishment of a Dinah or Tamar, the Incest of an Amnon, or the Rebellion of an Absalom? What a burthen of heart to good Men are their sorrows and fears for the Church of God, through the divisions of Brethren, What a great part of a good Man's heart and bowels Are carried away by the loss of a dear Joseph, the Imprisonment of a Simeon, the Ravishment of a Dinah or Tamar, the Incest of an Amnon, or the Rebellion of an Absalom? What a burden of heart to good Men Are their sorrows and fears for the Church of God, through the divisions of Brothers, q-crq dt j n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1 cc n2 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn np1, dt n1 pp-f dt np1, dt n1 pp-f dt np1 cc np1, dt n1 pp-f dt np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt np1? q-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2 vbr po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
127 and the Contentions of a Paul and Barnabas, or through the Apostacies of some, eminent for Profession of Godliness, to either damnable Errors, and the Contentions of a Paul and Barnabas, or through the Apostasies of Some, eminent for Profession of Godliness, to either damnable Errors, cc dt n2 pp-f dt np1 cc np1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f d, j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
128 or rending Schisms, or downright Prophaness and Debaucheries? Such labours and sufferings also to a good Man are their fears and sorrows for the Land of their Nativity suffering, or rending Schisms, or downright Profaneness and Debaucheries? Such labours and sufferings also to a good Man Are their fears and sorrows for the Land of their Nativity suffering, cc j-vvg n2, cc j n1 cc n2? d n2 cc n2 av p-acp dt j n1 vbr po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
129 or like to suffer through Wars, Famine, or Pestilence. or like to suffer through Wars, Famine, or Pestilence. cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
130 And lastly, What a labour and burthen is it to a good Man to be assaulted with inward Corruptions, or outward Temptations; And lastly, What a labour and burden is it to a good Man to be assaulted with inward Corruptions, or outward Temptations; cc ord, q-crq dt n1 cc n1 vbz pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2, cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
131 and to wrestle and combat with his spiritual Adversaries, and his own Doubts? and to wrestle and combat with his spiritual Adversaries, and his own Doubts? cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po31 j n2, cc po31 d n2? (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
132 Now there are few or none of these, but may be put into the Inventory of most, or all good Men. Now there Are few or none of these, but may be put into the Inventory of most, or all good Men. av a-acp vbr d cc pix pp-f d, cc-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f ds, cc d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 10
133 So that they may well, say to their own Souls in the Language of the Prophet; Micah 2.10. Arise ye, and depart; So that they may well, say to their own Souls in the Language of the Prophet; micah 2.10. Arise you, and depart; av cst pns32 vmb av, vvb p-acp po32 d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; np1 crd. vvb pn22, cc vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 10
134 this is not your Rest, for it is defiled. this is not your Rest, for it is defiled. d vbz xx po22 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 11
135 So that no pious persons ought to reckon it a mark of God's displeasure or rejection, So that no pious Persons ought to reckon it a mark of God's displeasure or rejection, av cst dx j n2 vmd pc-acp vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 11
136 if they suffer here, and have not an Heaven upon Earth; if they suffer Here, and have not an Heaven upon Earth; cs pns32 vvb av, cc vhb xx dt n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 11
137 seeing all holy Men, who have gone before them to Heaven, were made perfect by Sufferings: seeing all holy Men, who have gone before them to Heaven, were made perfect by Sufferings: vvg d j n2, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, vbdr vvn j p-acp n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 11
138 and so also their Sufferings may be instrumental in the hand of God's Spirit, to prepare them, and so also their Sufferings may be instrumental in the hand of God's Spirit, to prepare them, cc av av po32 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 11
139 and make them meet for the Inheritance of the Saints in Light. and make them meet for the Inheritance of the Saints in Light. cc vvi pno32 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 11
140 The second Proposition here supposed is, That bad Men, even when they dye, do not rest from their Labours. The second Proposition Here supposed is, That bad Men, even when they die, do not rest from their Labours. dt ord n1 av vvn vbz, cst j n2, av c-crq pns32 vvb, vdb xx vvi p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
141 They are no more free from Sufferings on this side the Grave, than good Men are: They Are no more free from Sufferings on this side the Grave, than good Men Are: pns32 vbr av-dx av-dc j p-acp n2 p-acp d n1 dt j, cs j n2 vbr: (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
142 their Sicknesses and Pains be as sharp and vehement, their Bones being full of the Iniquities of their Youth, Job 12.11. their Children may be rebellious; their Sicknesses and Pains be as sharp and vehement, their Bones being full of the Iniquities of their Youth, Job 12.11. their Children may be rebellious; po32 n2 cc n2 vbb a-acp j cc j, po32 n2 vbg j pp-f dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, n1 crd. po32 n2 vmb vbi j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
143 as Sennacherib had Adramelech and Sharezer; or they may dye soon, if they be hopeful, as Sennacherib had Adrammelech and Sharezer; or they may die soon, if they be hopeful, c-acp np1 vhd np1 cc np1; cc pns32 vmb vvi av, cs pns32 vbb j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
144 like Jeroboam 's Abijah: Their Names and Reputations may be torn in pieces by their black-mouth'd Fellow-sinners; like Jeroboam is Abijah: Their Names and Reputations may be torn in Pieces by their black-mouthed Fellow sinners; j np1 vbz np1: po32 n2 cc n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 p-acp po32 j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
145 and they usually are highly tormented with fears and anxiety of Mind, and with rage and envy at other Men. and they usually Are highly tormented with fears and anxiety of Mind, and with rage and envy At other Men. cc pns32 av-j vbr av-j vvn p-acp n2 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
146 But one of the chiefest torments of wicked Men on this side Hell is, their indignation against the Servants of God; But one of the chiefest torments of wicked Men on this side Hell is, their Indignation against the Servants of God; p-acp crd pp-f dt js-jn n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp d n1 n1 vbz, po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
147 against whom they being exceedingly mad and outragious, their Breasts are made thereby Nests of Hornets or Serpents, which continually sting and torment themselves, though they are the Tormenters; against whom they being exceedingly mad and outrageous, their Breasts Are made thereby Nests of Hornets or Serpents, which continually sting and torment themselves, though they Are the Tormenters; p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbg av-vvg j cc j, po32 n2 vbr vvn av n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, r-crq av-j n1 cc vvi px32, cs pns32 vbr dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
148 they raging, because they cannot break the faith and patience of the Saints. they raging, Because they cannot break the faith and patience of the Saints. pns32 vvg, c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
149 Add to all these, that their very sinful pleasures carry so much of pain of Body, Add to all these, that their very sinful pleasures carry so much of pain of Body, vvb p-acp d d, cst po32 j j n2 vvb av d pp-f n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
150 and impairment of Health, and of torment of Mind, through disappointment in them, as out-weighs all the supposed pleasure of the Sin. Add to this, the horrour of their Consciences, and impairment of Health, and of torment of Mind, through disappointment in them, as outweighs all the supposed pleasure of the Sin. Add to this, the horror of their Consciences, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp vvz d dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt np1 vvb p-acp d, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
151 and a fearful expectation of fiery Vengeance to come upon them. This is the portion of those that hate God; and a fearful expectation of fiery Vengeance to come upon them. This is the portion of those that hate God; cc dt j n1 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. d vbz dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
152 and well were it with them, if all this misery of theirs might expire with their last breath: but woe, and alas; and well were it with them, if all this misery of theirs might expire with their last breath: but woe, and alas; cc av vbdr pn31 p-acp pno32, cs d d n1 pp-f png32 vmd vvi p-acp po32 ord n1: cc-acp n1, cc uh; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
153 the bitterest sort of these labours follow them to Hell, and constitute a great part of it: the Bitterest sort of these labours follow them to Hell, and constitute a great part of it: dt js n1 pp-f d n2 vvb pno32 p-acp n1, cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
154 There God lets loose upon them those furious passions, which are at once, both their sin and torment: There God lets lose upon them those furious passion, which Are At once, both their since and torment: a-acp np1 vvz j p-acp pno32 d j n2, r-crq vbr p-acp a-acp, d po32 n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
155 They are given over to the most outragious and implacable hatred against God; and though they know they are miserable because they hate him, yet, through the impotency, They Are given over to the most outrageous and implacable hatred against God; and though they know they Are miserable Because they hate him, yet, through the impotency, pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1 p-acp np1; cc cs pns32 vvb pns32 vbr j c-acp pns32 vvb pno31, av, p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
156 and violence of their rage, they cannot so much as desire to be reconciled to him. and violence of their rage, they cannot so much as desire to be reconciled to him. cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vmbx av av-d c-acp vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
157 We find, even upon Earth, weak and passionate persons to be subject to the like impressions, We find, even upon Earth, weak and passionate Persons to be Subject to the like impressions, pns12 vvb, av p-acp n1, j cc j n2 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp dt j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
158 when they are peevish, and angry with their Betters, though they find that their very anger is exceedingly fretting and galling, when they Are peevish, and angry with their Betters, though they find that their very anger is exceedingly fretting and galling, c-crq pns32 vbr j, cc j p-acp po32 n2-j, cs pns32 vvb cst po32 j n1 vbz av-vvg j-vvg cc vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
159 and that also it is contrary to their interest to maintain that unequal Contest with their Superiors; and that also it is contrary to their Interest to maintain that unequal Contest with their Superiors; cc cst av pn31 vbz j-jn p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi d j vvi p-acp po32 n2-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
160 yet they cannot bring down their stomachs, to desire Reconciliation: such is the rage of the Reprobates against God; yet they cannot bring down their stomachs, to desire Reconciliation: such is the rage of the Reprobates against God; av pns32 vmbx vvi a-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi n1: d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2-jn p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
161 but their's is far more vexatious and tormenting, than ever the passions of any peevish Child, but their's is Far more vexatious and tormenting, than ever the passion of any peevish Child, cc-acp pc-acp|vbz vbz av-j av-dc j cc j-vvg, cs av dt n2 pp-f d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
162 or Woman, or other weak person was to themselves on Earth. or Woman, or other weak person was to themselves on Earth. cc n1, cc j-jn j n1 vbds pc-acp px32 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
163 And though upon Earth, the Wicked have the helps of common discretion, natural patience and toleration, And though upon Earth, the Wicked have the helps of Common discretion, natural patience and toleration, cc cs p-acp n1, dt j vhb dt n2 pp-f j n1, j n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
164 and the interposal of diversions, to abate the sharpness of their passion; yet in Hell they shall have none of these assistances and restraints; and the interposal of diversions, to abate the sharpness of their passion; yet in Hell they shall have none of these assistances and restraints; cc dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; av p-acp n1 pns32 vmb vhi pix pp-f d n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
165 but the torrent of their rage against God shall run with that impetuous violence, as to fill their Souls with unexpressible spiritual pains and torment. but the torrent of their rage against God shall run with that impetuous violence, as to fill their Souls with unexpressible spiritual pains and torment. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp j j n2 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
166 Add also, that then shall be let loose in them a most furious and implacable anger and rage against the Devils and their fellow-damned in general, who shall hate and rage against them reciprocally: Add also, that then shall be let lose in them a most furious and implacable anger and rage against the Devils and their fellow-damned in general, who shall hate and rage against them reciprocally: vvb av, cst av vmb vbi vvn j p-acp pno32 dt av-ds j cc j n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n2 cc po32 j p-acp n1, r-crq vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32 av-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
167 but especially, their indignation shall be against their Fellow-sinners; but especially, their Indignation shall be against their Fellow sinners; cc-acp av-j, po32 n1 vmb vbi p-acp po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 12
168 those whom they either seduced, or by whom themselves were seduced into those courses of Sin, that led them into destruction; those whom they either seduced, or by whom themselves were seduced into those courses of since, that led them into destruction; d r-crq pns32 d vvd, cc p-acp r-crq px32 vbdr vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, cst vvd pno32 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
169 and all their endearments of drunken Cups, and wanton Embraces, and other mutual Caresses in their Sins, are then turned into the bitterest hatred, and all their endearments of drunken Cups, and wanton Embraces, and other mutual Caresses in their Sins, Are then turned into the Bitterest hatred, cc d po32 n2 pp-f j n2, cc j-jn n2, cc j-jn j n2 p-acp po32 n2, vbr av vvn p-acp dt js n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
170 and spitting (as it were) Fire and Brimstone in one another's faces, because they did mutually seduce, and spitting (as it were) Fire and Brimstone in one another's faces, Because they did mutually seduce, cc vvg (c-acp pn31 vbdr) n1 cc n1 p-acp crd ng1-jn n2, c-acp pns32 vdd av-j vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
171 and were seduced into those sins which brought them into that place of torments. and were seduced into those Sins which brought them into that place of torments. cc vbdr vvn p-acp d n2 r-crq vvd pno32 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
172 Oh, that Brethren in Iniquity would consider this, that Hell will turn their sinful kindnesses into mutual detestation and rage against one another! O, that Brothers in Iniquity would Consider this, that Hell will turn their sinful Kindnesses into mutual detestation and rage against one Another! uh, d n2 p-acp n1 vmd vvi d, cst n1 vmb vvi po32 j n2 p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp crd j-jn! (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
173 But though Anger and Rage are a torment, that no Tyrant on Earth ever found out the like; But though Anger and Rage Are a torment, that no Tyrant on Earth ever found out the like; p-acp cs n1 cc n1 vbr dt n1, cst dx n1 p-acp n1 av vvn av dt j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
174 yet there are other passions then let loose upon them, no less tormenting: Such is their envy against God, and his Essential Glory and Bliss; yet there Are other passion then let lose upon them, no less tormenting: Such is their envy against God, and his Essential Glory and Bliss; av a-acp vbr j-jn n2 av vvb j p-acp pno32, av-dx av-dc vvg: d vbz po32 n1 p-acp np1, cc po31 j n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
175 their envy also at the blessed state of the Angels, and all the glorified Saints of God; their envy also At the blessed state of the Angels, and all the glorified Saints of God; po32 n1 av p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n2, cc d dt vvn n2 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
176 but especially, at those whom they themselves personally hated, despised, slandered and persecuted on Earth; but especially, At those whom they themselves personally hated, despised, slandered and persecuted on Earth; cc-acp av-j, p-acp d r-crq pns32 px32 av-j vvn, j-vvn, vvn cc vvn p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
177 whom they shall then know to be exalted to Glory and Happiness: (As the rich Man, Luk. 16.23. who would scarce vouchsafe half a Look on Earth towards poor Lazarus, save that of contempt and scorn, lifting up his eyes in torments, saw Abraham, and Lazarus in his bosom, enlarged in the pleasures of unconceivable love and delight.) Add yet further, the remorse and gnawing of wicked Men's own Consciences; those Worms that never dye. whom they shall then know to be exalted to Glory and Happiness: (As the rich Man, Luk. 16.23. who would scarce vouchsafe half a Look on Earth towards poor Lazarus, save that of contempt and scorn, lifting up his eyes in torments, saw Abraham, and Lazarus in his bosom, enlarged in the pleasures of unconceivable love and delight.) Add yet further, the remorse and gnawing of wicked Men's own Consciences; those Worms that never die. ro-crq pns32 vmb av vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1: (c-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. q-crq vmd av-j vvi j-jn dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp j np1, p-acp d pp-f n1 cc n1, vvg a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n2, vvd np1, cc np1 p-acp po31 n1, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1.) vvb av av-jc, dt n1 cc vvg pp-f j ng2 d n2; d n2 cst av-x vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
178 Add also their vexatious sorrow, together with their anguish, and sense of their pains, with the utmost tenderness and resentment, without any assistance of natural Courage, Add also their vexatious sorrow, together with their anguish, and sense of their pains, with the utmost tenderness and resentment, without any assistance of natural Courage, vvb av po32 j n1, av p-acp po32 n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
179 or philosophical Considerations to abate it. or philosophical Considerations to abate it. cc j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
180 And to all these may be added also, their fears of new torments, of new effects of Divine Displeasure; And to all these may be added also, their fears of new torments, of new effects of Divine Displeasure; cc p-acp d d vmb vbi vvn av, po32 n2 pp-f j n2, pp-f j n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
181 together with the despair of ever coming out of that Prison, or shaking off those Chains which hold them in the utter Darkness; together with the despair of ever coming out of that Prison, or shaking off those Chains which hold them in the utter Darkness; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f av vvg av pp-f d n1, cc vvg a-acp d n2 r-crq vvb pno32 p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
182 there is weeping, and wailing, and gnashing of teeth. there is weeping, and wailing, and gnashing of teeth. pc-acp vbz vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
183 So that we see that those vexatious passions of Anger, Envy, Sorrow, Fear, &c. which make the lives of wicked Men miserable upon Earth, shall follow them to Hell in the highest Paroxisms, and most vexatious bitterness; So that we see that those vexatious passion of Anger, Envy, Sorrow, fear, etc. which make the lives of wicked Men miserable upon Earth, shall follow them to Hell in the highest Paroxysms, and most vexatious bitterness; av cst pns12 vvb cst d j n2 pp-f n1, n1, n1, n1, av r-crq vvb dt n2 pp-f j n2 j p-acp n1, vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp dt js n2, cc av-ds j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
184 besides what other ways of tormenting them, God shall then think sit to draw forth against them. beside what other ways of tormenting them, God shall then think fit to draw forth against them. p-acp r-crq j-jn n2 pp-f vvg pno32, np1 vmb av vvi vvi pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
185 Oh, that Men would ponder and consider these things, and, knowing the terrours of the Lord, be admonished to flee from the Wrath that is certainly to come! O, that Men would ponder and Consider these things, and, knowing the terrors of the Lord, be admonished to flee from the Wrath that is Certainly to come! uh, d n2 vmd vvi cc vvi d n2, cc, vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cst vbz av-j pc-acp vvi! (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
186 The consideration of which may well make our thoughts run into that Meditation of the Psalmist, Psal. 119. v. 118, 119, 120. Thou hast trodden down all them that err from thy statutes; for their deceit is falshood: The consideration of which may well make our thoughts run into that Meditation of the Psalmist, Psalm 119. v. 118, 119, 120. Thou hast trodden down all them that err from thy statutes; for their deceit is falsehood: dt n1 pp-f r-crq vmb av vvi po12 n2 vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd n1 crd, crd, crd pns21 vh2 vvn a-acp d pno32 cst vvb p-acp po21 n2; p-acp po32 n1 vbz n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
187 Thou puttest away all the wicked of the earth like dross, therefore I love thy testimonies. Thou puttest away all the wicked of the earth like dross, Therefore I love thy testimonies. pns21 vv2 av av-d dt j pp-f dt n1 av-j n1, av pns11 vvb po21 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
188 My flesh trembleth for fear of thee, and I am afraid of thy judgments. My Flesh Trembleth for Fear of thee, and I am afraid of thy Judgments. po11 n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f pno21, cc pns11 vbm j pp-f po21 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
189 Having thus made my way clear to my main Position, by a brief Consideration of these two other supposed in the Text; Having thus made my Way clear to my main Position, by a brief Consideration of these two other supposed in the Text; vhg av vvd po11 n1 j p-acp po11 j n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d crd j-jn vvn p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 14
190 That the Godly, on this side the Grave, do not rest from their Labours: That the Godly, on this side the Grave, do not rest from their Labours: cst dt j, p-acp d n1 dt j, vdb xx vvi p-acp po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 14
191 and That the Wicked, neither in this World, nor that to come, have Rest, (There is no peace, saith God, to the wicked,) I proceed to handle that great Article, which a Voice from Heaven commanded to be recorded; and That the Wicked, neither in this World, nor that to come, have Rest, (There is no peace, Says God, to the wicked,) I proceed to handle that great Article, which a Voice from Heaven commanded to be recorded; cc cst dt j, av-dx p-acp d n1, ccx cst pc-acp vvi, vhb n1, (pc-acp vbz dx n1, vvz np1, p-acp dt j,) pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi d j n1, r-crq dt n1 p-acp n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 14
192 namely, That it is witnessed by Divine Testimonies, and confirmed by the most cogent Arguments, That those who dye in the Lord are from thenceforth blessed. namely, That it is witnessed by Divine Testimonies, and confirmed by the most cogent Arguments, That those who die in the Lord Are from thenceforth blessed. av, cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n2, cc vvn p-acp dt av-ds j n2, cst d r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 vbr p-acp av vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 14
193 The Divine Testimony is dispersed all over the holy Scriptures, this being the very end of penning them: Rom. 15.4. That we, through patience and comfort of the scriptures, might have hope, a lively hope of this glorious inheritance, incorruptible, undefiled, that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for us, 1 Pet. 1.4. I shall therefore cite only two or three Scriptures confirming this Doctrine, That those who dye in the Lord are thenceforth blessed. The Divine Testimony is dispersed all over the holy Scriptures, this being the very end of penning them: Rom. 15.4. That we, through patience and Comfort of the Scriptures, might have hope, a lively hope of this glorious inheritance, incorruptible, undefiled, that fades not away, reserved in heaven for us, 1 Pet. 1.4. I shall Therefore Cite only two or three Scriptures confirming this Doctrine, That those who die in the Lord Are thenceforth blessed. dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn d p-acp dt j n2, d vbg dt j n1 pp-f vvg pno32: np1 crd. cst pns12, p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2, vmd vhi n1, dt j n1 pp-f d j n1, j, j, cst vvz xx av, vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, crd np1 crd. pns11 vmb av vvi av-j crd cc crd n2 vvg d n1, cst d r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 vbr av vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 14
194 By the inspired Prophet Isaias, the Spirit saith this, Isa. 57.1, 2. The righteous perisheth [ dyeth ] (so is the Caldee Paraphrase) and no man layeth it to heart; By the inspired Prophet Isaiah, the Spirit Says this, Isaiah 57.1, 2. The righteous Perishes [ Dies ] (so is the Caldee paraphrase) and no man Layeth it to heart; p-acp dt j-vvn n1 np1, dt n1 vvz d, np1 crd, crd dt j vvz [ vvz ] (av vbz dt np1 n1) cc dx n1 vvz pn31 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
195 and merciful men are taken away, none considering that the righteous is taken away from the evil to come: and merciful men Are taken away, none considering that the righteous is taken away from the evil to come: cc j n2 vbr vvn av, pix vvg cst dt j vbz vvn av p-acp dt j-jn pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
196 He shall enter into peace, they shall rest in their beds, each one walking in his uprightness. He shall enter into peace, they shall rest in their Beds, each one walking in his uprightness. pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2, d pi vvg p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
197 The same Spirit speaketh so also by the inspired Apostle, St. Paul, Rom. 2.6, 7. God will render to every man according to his deeds; The same Spirit speaks so also by the inspired Apostle, Saint Paul, Rom. 2.6, 7. God will render to every man according to his Deeds; dt d n1 vvz av av p-acp dt j-vvn n1, n1 np1, np1 crd, crd np1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
198 to them who by patient continuance in well doing, seek for honour, and glory, and immortality, eternal life. to them who by patient Continuance in well doing, seek for honour, and glory, and immortality, Eternal life. p-acp pno32 r-crq p-acp j n1 p-acp av vdg, vvb p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
199 So again, in that remarkable place, Gal. 6. v. 7, 8. Be not deceived, God is not mocked; So again, in that remarkable place, Gal. 6. v. 7, 8. Be not deceived, God is not mocked; av av, p-acp cst j n1, np1 crd n1 crd, crd vbb xx vvn, np1 vbz xx vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
200 (NONLATINALPHABET, in the middle Voice) God doth not mock or delude the Expectancies of his Servants) whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap: (, in the middle Voice) God does not mock or delude the Expectancies of his Servants) whatsoever a man Soweth, that shall he also reap: (, p-acp dt j-jn n1) np1 vdz xx vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n2) c-crq dt n1 vvz, cst vmb pns31 av vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
201 For he that soweth to the flesh, shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the spirit shall of the spirit, reap life everlasting. For he that Soweth to the Flesh, shall of the Flesh reap corruption; but he that Soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit, reap life everlasting. c-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vmb pp-f dt n1 vvb n1; cc-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 vmb pp-f dt n1, vvb n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
202 And our Saviour told the Saint-Thief, he should that day be with him in Paradise, Luk. 23.43. And our Saviour told the Saint-Thief, he should that day be with him in Paradise, Luk. 23.43. cc po12 n1 vvd dt n1, pns31 vmd d n1 vbi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
203 But the Spirit not only witnesses this in the Records of Scripture; but in the hearts, and by the mouths of his dying Servants. But the Spirit not only Witnesses this in the Records of Scripture; but in the hearts, and by the mouths of his dying Servants. p-acp dt n1 xx av-j n2 d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; cc-acp p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j-vvg n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
204 Attend at the Stakes of the Martyrs, ready to ascend in their fiery Chariots, and crying out, Come, Lord Jesus; come quickly: Attend At the Stakes of the Martyrs, ready to ascend in their fiery Chariots, and crying out, Come, Lord jesus; come quickly: vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j n2, cc vvg av, vvb, n1 np1; vvb av-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
205 I desire to be dissolved, and be with the Lord. I desire to be dissolved, and be with the Lord. pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vbb p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
206 Or hearken at the Death-beds of other Saints, who, with old Simeon, cry with their last breath, Luk. 2.29. Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart, according to thy word, in peace. Or harken At the Deathbeds of other Saints, who, with old Simeon, cry with their last breath, Luk. 2.29. Lord, now Lettest thou thy servant depart, according to thy word, in peace. cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, r-crq, p-acp j np1, vvb p-acp po32 ord n1, np1 crd. n1, av vv2 pns21 po21 n1 vvi, vvg p-acp po21 n1, p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
207 Or as it is, 2 Tim. 4.7, 8. I have fought the fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith; Or as it is, 2 Tim. 4.7, 8. I have fought the fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith; cc c-acp pn31 vbz, crd np1 crd, crd pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
208 henceforth there is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, shall give me at that day (the day of his departure which, Ver. 6. he saith, was at hand.) All these give abundant testimony to this truth. henceforth there is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, shall give me At that day (the day of his departure which, Ver. 6. he Says, was At hand.) All these give abundant testimony to this truth. av a-acp vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1, dt j n1, vmb vvi pno11 p-acp d n1 (dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq, np1 crd pns31 vvz, vbds p-acp n1.) av-d d vvb j n1 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 16
209 In short, All the triumphal expressions of dying Saints (whether Martyrs, or others) declaring their assured hope of Bliss, amongst the Spirits of other just Men made perfect, upon their Dissolution, are but the Ecchoes of the Testimony of the Spirit in them, sealing to them the Assurance of their immediate Entrance into Life everlasting. In short, All the triumphal expressions of dying Saints (whither Martyrs, or Others) declaring their assured hope of Bliss, among the Spirits of other just Men made perfect, upon their Dissolution, Are but the Echoes of the Testimony of the Spirit in them, sealing to them the Assurance of their immediate Entrance into Life everlasting. p-acp j, d dt j n2 pp-f j-vvg n2 (cs n2, cc n2-jn) vvg po32 j-vvn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn j n2 vvd j, p-acp po32 n1, vbr p-acp dt vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, vvg p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1 p-acp n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 16
210 But this Truth is yet further evidenced from the Arguments of the Text; They rest from their labours, and their works follow them. The first Argument runs thus; But this Truth is yet further evidenced from the Arguments of the Text; They rest from their labours, and their works follow them. The First Argument runs thus; p-acp d n1 vbz av av-jc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc po32 n2 vvi pno32. dt ord n1 vvz av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 16
211 They that rest from their Labours are blessed: but those who dye in the Lord, rest from their Labours; therefore they are blessed. They that rest from their Labours Are blessed: but those who die in the Lord, rest from their Labours; Therefore they Are blessed. pns32 cst vvb p-acp po32 n2 vbr vvn: cc-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp po32 n2; av pns32 vbr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 16
212 That resting from Labours, and things burthensome to Body and Soul, but especially, those burthensome to the Soul, makes Blessedness, is the Sense of all wise Heathens, as well as Christians. That resting from Labours, and things burdensome to Body and Soul, but especially, those burdensome to the Soul, makes Blessedness, is the Sense of all wise heathens, as well as Christians. cst vvg p-acp n2, cc n2 j p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp av-j, d j p-acp dt n1, vvz n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n2-jn, c-acp av c-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 16
213 Seneca writ a Book about Tranquillity of Mind, and Plutarch another of the same Subject, to shew that Happiness consisted in undisturbedness of the Soul or Spirit: Senecca writ a Book about Tranquillity of Mind, and Plutarch Another of the same Subject, to show that Happiness consisted in Undisturbedness of the Soul or Spirit: np1 vvn dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc np1 j-jn pp-f dt d j-jn, pc-acp vvi d n1 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 16
214 and they both give directions how a wise Man might attain that state of a quiet Spirit, in the midst of the confusions of his outward condition. and they both give directions how a wise Man might attain that state of a quiet Spirit, in the midst of the confusions of his outward condition. cc pns32 d vvb n2 c-crq dt j n1 vmd vvi d n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 16
215 Their directions are, some of them, very good and rational, but not of virtue enough to work the Cure they pretend to. Their directions Are, Some of them, very good and rational, but not of virtue enough to work the Cure they pretend to. po32 n2 vbr, d pp-f pno32, av j cc j, cc-acp xx pp-f n1 av-d pc-acp vvi dt vvb pns32 vvb p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 16
216 There is one Christian Direction surmounts them all; namely, this; There is one Christian Direction surmounts them all; namely, this; pc-acp vbz crd np1 n1 vvz pno32 d; av, d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 16
217 Trust God's Goodness in all things, and submit to God's Wisdom and Faithfulness in all things, to cause all to work together for good, according to his Promise in Christ Jesus, Rom. 8.28. Trust God's goodness in all things, and submit to God's Wisdom and Faithfulness in all things, to cause all to work together for good, according to his Promise in christ jesus, Rom. 8.28. vvb npg1 n1 p-acp d n2, cc vvi p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi d pc-acp vvi av p-acp j, vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 np1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 16
218 But however, hence it is evident, these Heathen judged that a resting from Labours, at least, those of the Soul would make a blessed state. But however, hence it is evident, these Heathen judged that a resting from Labours, At least, those of the Soul would make a blessed state. p-acp a-acp, av pn31 vbz j, d j-jn vvn cst dt j-vvg p-acp n2, p-acp ds, d pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi dt j-vvn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
219 And Epicurus thought, that much of the Happiness of the Gods consisted in their Rest, and quiet Recess from the bussles and confusions of the World below. And Epicurus Thought, that much of the Happiness of the God's consisted in their Rest, and quiet Recess from the bussles and confusions of the World below. np1 npg1 vvd, cst d pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvd p-acp po32 n1, cc j-jn n1 p-acp dt vvz cc n2 pp-f dt n1 a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
220 And indeed, it must needs be the common sense of all Mankind, that rest from labours makes a blessed state: And indeed, it must needs be the Common sense of all Mankind, that rest from labours makes a blessed state: cc av, pn31 vmb av vbi dt j n1 pp-f d n1, cst n1 p-acp n2 vvz dt j-vvn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
221 For who can think but that it is a blessed condition to be free from Pain, Sickness, Tortures, Reproaches, tormenting Passions and Compassions; For who can think but that it is a blessed condition to be free from Pain, Sickness, Tortures, Reproaches, tormenting Passion and Compassions; c-acp r-crq vmb vvi cc-acp cst pn31 vbz dt j-vvn n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, n1, n2, n2, vvg n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
222 and the rest of those Labours which I shewed, that even good Men are subject to in this Life. and the rest of those Labours which I showed, that even good Men Are Subject to in this Life. cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq pns11 vvd, cst av j n2 vbr j-jn p-acp p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
223 And now, then, that the departed Saints do rest from these Labours, is sufficiently proved, in that the All-knowing Spirit of Truth here affirms it: And now, then, that the departed Saints do rest from these Labours, is sufficiently proved, in that the All-knowing Spirit of Truth Here affirms it: cc av, av, cst dt j-vvn n2 vdb vvi p-acp d n2, vbz av-j vvn, p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f n1 av vvz pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
224 For the Spirit not only saith, They are blessed, but says also, They are therefore blessed, For the Spirit not only Says, They Are blessed, but Says also, They Are Therefore blessed, c-acp dt n1 xx av-j vvz, pns32 vbr vvn, cc-acp vvz av, pns32 vbr av vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
225 because they rest from their Labours. Because they rest from their Labours. c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
226 But that they do rest from their Labours may also be made out by Discourse and Reasoning: But that they do rest from their Labours may also be made out by Discourse and Reasoning: p-acp cst pns32 vdb vvi p-acp po32 n2 vmb av vbi vvn av p-acp n1 cc vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
227 For first, They that are departed in the Lord, having laid by their Bodies, are secured from all impressions that were made upon their Souls, by the means of their Senses, For First, They that Are departed in the Lord, having laid by their Bodies, Are secured from all impressions that were made upon their Souls, by the means of their Senses, c-acp ord, pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, vhg vvn p-acp po32 n2, vbr vvn p-acp d n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
228 and Members of their Body, they cannot be sick, or pained, or weary, or hungry, or feel Cold or Heat, or be wrought upon by any Engine of Torture: and Members of their Body, they cannot be sick, or pained, or weary, or hungry, or feel Cold or Heat, or be wrought upon by any Engine of Torture: cc n2 pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vmbx vbi j, cc vvd, cc j, cc j, cc vvb j-jn cc n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
229 From all these sorts of Labours therefore, the separate Souls of the Saints must needs rest. From all these sorts of Labours Therefore, the separate Souls of the Saints must needs rest. p-acp d d n2 pp-f n2 av, dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 vmb av vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
230 Next, as to Reproaches and Slanders; they affect us not in the Body, further than we hear and know them; Next, as to Reproaches and Slanders; they affect us not in the Body, further than we hear and know them; ord, c-acp p-acp n2 cc n2; pns32 vvb pno12 xx p-acp dt n1, av-jc cs pns12 vvb cc vvi pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
231 and if we do hear them, yet the testimony of our Consciences disarms false Reproaches and Slanders of their Stings: and if we do hear them, yet the testimony of our Consciences disarms false Reproaches and Slanders of their Stings: cc cs pns12 vdb vvi pno32, av dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vvz j n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
232 Nay, even just Reproaches falling upon a good Man, through some scandalous act of Sin, doth not sharply afflict him when he doth repent; Nay, even just Reproaches falling upon a good Man, through Some scandalous act of since, does not sharply afflict him when he does Repent; uh-x, av j n2 vvg p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, vdz xx av-j vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vdz vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
233 for the shame for his sin will sit light, where the sorrow for his sin sits heavy. for the shame for his since will fit Light, where the sorrow for his since sits heavy. p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vmb vvi n1, c-crq dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
234 And further, where a Sinner's Repentance is evident, none will reproach him for his sin, but Fools and Villains. And further, where a Sinner's Repentance is evident, none will reproach him for his since, but Fools and Villains. cc av-jc, c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz j, pix vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 18
235 And if a good Man, even in this Life, is thus secure, in a great measure, against Reproach, much more safe is he in the other World, in his separated state: And if a good Man, even in this Life, is thus secure, in a great measure, against Reproach, much more safe is he in the other World, in his separated state: cc cs dt j n1, av p-acp d n1, vbz av j, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1, av-d av-dc j vbz pns31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp po31 j-vvn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 18
236 for, as all the flatteries of surviving Friends and Admirers arrive not at the knowledge of the Damned, for, as all the flatteries of surviving Friends and Admirers arrive not At the knowledge of the Damned, c-acp, c-acp d dt n2 pp-f j-vvg n2 cc n2 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 18
237 nor abate or alter their misery, no more do all the Libels and Satyrs, or other lying Invectives, thrown after good Men departed, ever reach to their knowledge, much less can they impair their joys, or disturb their blessed tranquillity. nor abate or altar their misery, no more do all the Libels and Satyrs, or other lying Invectives, thrown After good Men departed, ever reach to their knowledge, much less can they impair their Joys, or disturb their blessed tranquillity. ccx vvi cc vvi po32 n1, av-dx dc vdb d dt n2 cc n2, cc j-jn j-vvg n2, vvn p-acp j n2 vvd, av vvb p-acp po32 n1, av-d av-dc vmb pns32 vvi po32 n2, cc vvi po32 j-vvn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 18
238 Nay, the very memory of good Men's sins (of David 's Adultery and Murder, of St. Peter 's Denial of his Master, Nay, the very memory of good Men's Sins (of David is Adultery and Murder, of Saint Peter is Denial of his Master, uh, dt j n1 pp-f j ng2 n2 (pp-f np1 vbz n1 cc n1, pp-f n1 np1 vbz n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 18
239 and the like) which were repented of upon Earth, are not recorded in Heaven: God removes their transgressions from before his own face; and the like) which were repented of upon Earth, Are not recorded in Heaven: God removes their transgressions from before his own face; cc dt j) r-crq vbdr vvn pp-f p-acp n1, vbr xx vvn p-acp n1: np1 vvz po32 n2 p-acp p-acp po31 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 18
240 and other Saints, if they knew them upon Earth, cannot possibly upbraid them, they all being possessed with the Contemplation of God's infinite Mercies in Christ Jesus, who had pardoned and saved themselves, and other penitent Sinners. and other Saints, if they knew them upon Earth, cannot possibly upbraid them, they all being possessed with the Contemplation of God's infinite mercies in christ jesus, who had pardoned and saved themselves, and other penitent Sinners. cc j-jn n2, cs pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp n1, vmbx av-j vvi pno32, pns32 d vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n2 p-acp np1 np1, r-crq vhd vvn cc vvn px32, cc n-jn j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 18
241 The next sort of a good Man's Labours, are those which arise from Temptations to sin, The next sort of a good Man's Labours, Are those which arise from Temptations to since, dt ord n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n2, vbr d r-crq vvb p-acp n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 18
242 or to doubting of God's Mercy. or to doubting of God's Mercy. cc p-acp vvg pp-f npg1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 18
243 But first, the Saints cannot possibly sin in Heaven, not only because there will be nothing to tempt them to it, But First, the Saints cannot possibly sin in Heaven, not only Because there will be nothing to tempt them to it, p-acp ord, dt n2 vmbx av-j vvi p-acp n1, xx av-j c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi pix pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 18
244 but also, because, knowing God perfectly (according to their capacity) they must needs love him perfectly; but also, Because, knowing God perfectly (according to their capacity) they must needs love him perfectly; cc-acp av, c-acp, vvg np1 av-j (vvg p-acp po32 n1) pns32 vmb av vvi pno31 av-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 18
245 and consequently, they cannot sin against him: And, they loving God perfectly, cannot possibly doubt of his love to them; and consequently, they cannot sin against him: And, they loving God perfectly, cannot possibly doubt of his love to them; cc av-j, pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp pno31: cc, pns32 vvg np1 av-j, vmbx av-j vvi pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 18
246 seeing the highest effect of the Divine Love to us is this, to give us to love him, and delight in him. seeing the highest Effect of the Divine Love to us is this, to give us to love him, and delight in him. vvg dt js n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno12 vbz d, pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvi p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 18
247 Now then, there remains nothing but tormenting Passions and Compassions, which we before put into the Inventary of good Men upon Earth: Now then, there remains nothing but tormenting Passion and Compassions, which we before put into the Inventary of good Men upon Earth: av av, a-acp vvz pix cc-acp vvg n2 cc n2, r-crq pns12 p-acp vvi p-acp dt j pp-f j n2 p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 18
248 but none of these can follow them to Heaven. but none of these can follow them to Heaven. cc-acp pix pp-f d vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 18
249 For first, Anger cannot enter into that Kingdom of Love, because, they who love him that begets, must needs love them that are begotten of him, 1 Joh. 5.1. For First, Anger cannot enter into that Kingdom of Love, Because, they who love him that begets, must needs love them that Are begotten of him, 1 John 5.1. p-acp ord, n1 vmbx vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, c-acp, pns32 r-crq vvb pno31 cst vvz, vmb av vvi pno32 cst vbr vvn pp-f pno31, crd np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 19
250 When therefore two Saints meet in Heaven, who, on account of different Opinions or Practices (consistent with true Faith in both the Litigants) were highly angry with one another upon Earth, they will each rejoyce in the Salvation of the other, When Therefore two Saints meet in Heaven, who, on account of different Opinions or Practices (consistent with true Faith in both the Litigants) were highly angry with one Another upon Earth, they will each rejoice in the Salvation of the other, c-crq av crd n2 vvb p-acp n1, r-crq, p-acp n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2 (j p-acp j n1 p-acp d dt n2) vbdr av-j j p-acp pi j-jn p-acp n1, pns32 vmb d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 19
251 and each love other as himself, and will bless God, that he was to each of them a more just and merciful Judge, and each love other as himself, and will bless God, that he was to each of them a more just and merciful Judge, cc d n1 j-jn p-acp px31, cc vmb vvi np1, cst pns31 vbds p-acp d pp-f pno32 dt av-dc j cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 19
252 than they were to one another upon Earth. than they were to one Another upon Earth. cs pns32 vbdr p-acp crd j-jn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 19
253 Next, No fear can enter there, where God's Truth, Power, Wisdom and Goodness are all engaged for the Security of our being eternally blessed. Next, No Fear can enter there, where God's Truth, Power, Wisdom and goodness Are all engaged for the Security of our being eternally blessed. ord, av-dx vvb vmb vvi a-acp, c-crq npg1 n1, n1, n1 cc n1 vbr d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 vbg av-j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
254 It is no less impossible, that Envy should follow a Saint to Heaven, to torture him there, who was, in a great measure, a stranger to it here; It is no less impossible, that Envy should follow a Saint to Heaven, to torture him there, who was, in a great measure, a stranger to it Here; pn31 vbz av-dx av-dc j, cst n1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp, r-crq vbds, p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 p-acp pn31 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 19
255 seeing even here, God is the Portion of Believers; seeing even Here, God is the Portion of Believers; vvg av av, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 19
256 and they who have God for their Inheritance, find no reason to envy the Lot of others, being assured, their own is the best Portion. and they who have God for their Inheritance, find no reason to envy the Lot of Others, being assured, their own is the best Portion. cc pns32 r-crq vhb np1 p-acp po32 n1, vvb dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, vbg vvn, po32 d vbz dt js n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 19
257 But besides, consider that every one of the Saints in Heaven hath the full Inheritance: the Church there, is a Church of the First-born of God: But beside, Consider that every one of the Saints in Heaven hath the full Inheritance: the Church there, is a Church of the Firstborn of God: p-acp a-acp, vvb cst d crd pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1 vhz dt j n1: dt n1 a-acp, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j pp-f np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 19
258 Every one is an Heir to the whole Kingdom, and filled with all the Fulness of God, Ephes. 3.19. according to the Capacity of every one. Every one is an Heir to the Whole Kingdom, and filled with all the Fullness of God, Ephesians 3.19. according to the Capacity of every one. d pi vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 19
259 For such is the nature of the Enjoyments of spiritual Objects, that every Man may have all: For such is the nature of the Enjoyments of spiritual Objects, that every Man may have all: p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j n2, cst d n1 vmb vhi d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 19
260 So that one Saint's knowing and loving God perfectly, hinders not, but that another, yea, ten thousand times ten thousand may know and love him perfectly, without any Defalcation from the Portion of one another. So that one Saint's knowing and loving God perfectly, hinders not, but that Another, yea, ten thousand times ten thousand may know and love him perfectly, without any Defalcation from the Portion of one Another. av cst crd n2 vvg cc vvg np1 av-j, vvz xx, cc-acp cst n-jn, uh, crd crd n2 crd crd vmb vvi cc vvi pno31 av-j, p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 19
261 And further, consider that all the Saints having entirely resigned their Wills to the Will of God, And further, Consider that all the Saints having entirely resigned their Wills to the Will of God, cc av-jc, vvb cst d dt n2 vhg av-j vvn po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 19
262 and being perfectly well pleased with all his Appointments and Assignments; and being perfectly well pleased with all his Appointments and Assignments; cc vbg av-j av vvn p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 19
263 and withal, loving other Saints even as themselves, it is impossible that Envy should enter amongst them; and withal, loving other Saints even as themselves, it is impossible that Envy should enter among them; cc av, vvg j-jn n2 av p-acp px32, pn31 vbz j cst n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 20
264 for the only Roots, on which Envy can grow, are a quarrelling with the Will of God, and not loving our Neighbour. for the only Roots, on which Envy can grow, Are a quarreling with the Will of God, and not loving our Neighbour. c-acp dt j n2, p-acp r-crq n1 vmb vvi, vbr dt vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc xx n1 po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 20
265 Lastly, No sorrow, either for themselves or others, can disturb the Inhabitants of the Jerusalem which is above: Lastly, No sorrow, either for themselves or Others, can disturb the Inhabitants of the Jerusalem which is above: ord, av-dx n1, av-d p-acp px32 cc n2-jn, vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt np1 r-crq vbz a-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 20
266 For, How can they sorrow, who have all they can desire, and delight eternally in the state they do enjoy? Nor can the Saints grieve on the account of others, seeing all pleaseth them, which it pleaseth God to order for his own Glory: For, How can they sorrow, who have all they can desire, and delight eternally in the state they do enjoy? Nor can the Saints grieve on the account of Others, seeing all Pleases them, which it Pleases God to order for his own Glory: c-acp, c-crq vmb pns32 n1, r-crq vhb d pns32 vmb vvi, cc vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pns32 vdb vvi? ccx vmb dt n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, vvg d vvz pno32, r-crq pn31 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 20
267 So that for what the state of their Friends on Earth is, they are not sollicitous; So that for what the state of their Friends on Earth is, they Are not solicitous; av cst p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp n1 vbz, pns32 vbr xx j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 20
268 knowing, that that infinite Wisdom and Goodness, which it is their delight to contemplate above, ruleth all things, both in Heaven and Earth. knowing, that that infinite Wisdom and goodness, which it is their delight to contemplate above, Ruleth all things, both in Heaven and Earth. vvg, cst d j n1 cc n1, r-crq pn31 vbz po32 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, vvz d n2, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 20
269 Nay, the very Reprobation of wicked Friends and Relations will not affect the Saints, who do delight that God's Justice and Holiness are glorified as well as his Mercy. Nay, the very Reprobation of wicked Friends and Relations will not affect the Saints, who do delight that God's justice and Holiness Are glorified as well as his Mercy. uh, dt j n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2 vmb xx vvi dt n2, r-crq vdb vvi cst npg1 n1 cc n1 vbr vvn a-acp av c-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 20
270 And withall, the Love of God so entirely possesses the Saints, that it extinguisheth the Love of wicked Friends, And withal, the Love of God so entirely Possesses the Saints, that it extinguisheth the Love of wicked Friends, cc av, dt n1 pp-f np1 av av-j vvz dt n2, cst pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 20
271 as the powerful shining of the Sun puts out a Lamp or Candle. as the powerful shining of the Sun puts out a Lamp or Candle. c-acp dt j j-vvg pp-f dt n1 vvz av dt n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 20
272 Hence then it appears, they must needs be blessed who dye in the Lord, seeing they rest from all their Labours; Hence then it appears, they must needs be blessed who die in the Lord, seeing they rest from all their Labours; av av pn31 vvz, pns32 vmb av vbi vvn r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1, vvg pns32 vvb p-acp d po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
273 both from outward Sufferings, and inward Temptations, and from all tormenting Passions and Compassions. There remaineth therefore a Rest for the People of God. both from outward Sufferings, and inward Temptations, and from all tormenting Passion and Compassions. There remains Therefore a Rest for the People of God. d p-acp j n2, cc j n2, cc p-acp d j-vvg n2 cc n2. pc-acp vvz av dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
274 But there is another Argument also, in the Text, to prove the blessed state of departed Saints; Their works do follow them. But there is Another Argument also, in the Text, to prove the blessed state of departed Saints; Their works do follow them. p-acp pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 av, p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f j-vvn n2; po32 n2 vdb vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 20
275 But that the Argument may shew its force, we must enquire what sort of Works do follow them? But that the Argument may show its force, we must inquire what sort of Works do follow them? p-acp d dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, pns12 vmb vvi r-crq n1 pp-f vvz pc-acp vvi pno32? (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 21
276 I answer, First, Their sinful Works do not follow them who dye in the Lord; I answer, First, Their sinful Works do not follow them who die in the Lord; pns11 vvb, ord, po32 j vvz vdb xx vvi pno32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 21
277 they being absolved from the Guilt of them, by the Propitiation of the death of our Saviour Christ. they being absolved from the Gilded of them, by the Propitiation of the death of our Saviour christ. pns32 vbg vvn p-acp dt j-vvn pp-f pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 21
278 So that there is no Condemnation to them that are in Christ Jesus, Rom. 8.1. So that there is no Condemnation to them that Are in christ jesus, Rom. 8.1. av cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr p-acp np1 np1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 21
279 How far the remembrance of our own sins and sinfulness may abide with us in Heaven, I cannot say; How Far the remembrance of our own Sins and sinfulness may abide with us in Heaven, I cannot say; c-crq av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, pns11 vmbx vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
280 only, I do confidently believe, that no more of that Remembrance shall remain with us there, only, I do confidently believe, that no more of that Remembrance shall remain with us there, av-j, pns11 vdb av-j vvi, cst av-dx dc pp-f d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
281 than shall cause us to admire and adore the infinite Patience and Long-suffering of God to us on Earth, than shall cause us to admire and adore the infinite Patience and Long-suffering of God to us on Earth, cs vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1 cc j pp-f np1 p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
282 and to delight our selves in that sweet reflection upon the Divine Goodness. and to delight our selves in that sweet reflection upon the Divine goodness. cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
283 The Works, therefore, of the Saints, that follow them, are their good Deeds, done according to God's Law, as the Rule; The Works, Therefore, of the Saints, that follow them, Are their good deeds, done according to God's Law, as the Rule; dt vvz, av, pp-f dt n2, cst vvb pno32, vbr po32 j n2, vdn p-acp p-acp npg1 n1, c-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 21
284 and by his Grace, as the Power; and in Obedience and Love to him, as the Motive; and by his Grace, as the Power; and in obedience and Love to him, as the Motive; cc p-acp po31 n1, c-acp dt n1; cc p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 21
285 and for his Glory, as the End. And of this sort are all Acts of Piety, Faith, Repentance, Mortification, Loyalty, Charity, Justice, Temperance, and other Christian Graces. and for his Glory, as the End. And of this sort Are all Acts of Piety, Faith, Repentance, Mortification, Loyalty, Charity, justice, Temperance, and other Christian Graces. cc p-acp po31 n1, c-acp dt n1 cc pp-f d n1 vbr d n2 pp-f n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc j-jn njp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 21
286 These follow the Christians, to be judged and rewarded. These follow the Christians, to be judged and rewarded. d vvb dt njpg2, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 21
287 But by what Law are they to be judged? Not by the Law of Works, given at our Creation; But by what Law Are they to be judged? Not by the Law of Works, given At our Creation; cc-acp p-acp q-crq n1 vbr pns32 pc-acp vbi vvn? xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, vvn p-acp po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 21
288 not according to the Estimate, which God's Rectoral Justice passeth of the Actions of Men and Angels, not according to the Estimate, which God's Rectoral justice passes of the Actions of Men and Angels, xx vvg p-acp dt n1, r-crq npg1 j n1 vvz pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 21
289 as he is the Maker and Ruler of them; (for the best Works of the best Men, being thus judged, would be reprobated and condemned.) as he is the Maker and Ruler of them; (for the best Works of the best Men, being thus judged, would be reprobated and condemned.) c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32; (c-acp dt js vvz pp-f dt js n2, vbg av vvn, vmd vbi vvn cc vvn.) (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 21
290 The Works therefore, of the Saints follow them, to be judged by the Law of Faith, by the New Covenant, by the Book of Life mentioned, Rev. 20.12. Out of which, together with the Books of their Consciences, the Dead are judged according to their Works; The Works Therefore, of the Saints follow them, to be judged by the Law of Faith, by the New Covenant, by the Book of Life mentioned, Rev. 20.12. Out of which, together with the Books of their Consciences, the Dead Are judged according to their Works; dt vvz av, pp-f dt n2 vvb pno32, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn, n1 crd. av pp-f r-crq, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, dt j vbr vvn vvg p-acp po32 vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 21
291 that is, according as their Consciences do bear Testimony, of their Evangelical Obedience, or of their Neglect of it, they stand or fall at the Bar of Divine Justice. that is, according as their Consciences do bear Testimony, of their Evangelical obedience, or of their Neglect of it, they stand or fallen At the Bar of Divine justice. d vbz, vvg p-acp po32 n2 vdb vvi n1, pp-f po32 np1 n1, cc pp-f po32 vvb pp-f pn31, pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 22
292 The Law of which Book of Life is this, That if the heart be sincere, The Law of which Book of Life is this, That if the heart be sincere, dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbz d, cst cs dt n1 vbb j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 22
293 as to the aim and end, with a single eye designing God's Service and Glory in our Undertaking; as to the aim and end, with a single eye designing God's Service and Glory in our Undertaking; c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j n1 vvg npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n-vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 22
294 and if the matter of the Act be according to God's Command, then, though there be a failure in that full intenseness of the Affections that should have accompanied the work, and if the matter of the Act be according to God's Command, then, though there be a failure in that full intenseness of the Affections that should have accompanied the work, cc cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb vvg p-acp npg1 n1, av, cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n2 cst vmd vhi vvn dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 22
295 or in the exactness and regularity of some circumstances of it: which failure is caused through an unaffected or unallowed inconsiderateness, or through some other weakness; or in the exactness and regularity of Some Circumstances of it: which failure is caused through an unaffected or unallowed inconsiderateness, or through Some other weakness; cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f pn31: r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, cc p-acp d j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 22
296 yet being done, I say, with a sincere heart, it is (being weighed in the Ballance of the Gospel) a good work; yet being done, I say, with a sincere heart, it is (being weighed in the Balance of the Gospel) a good work; av vbg vdn, pns11 vvb, p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vbz (vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 22
297 it is accepted by God in Christ Jesus, and accounted to the Saints for Righteousness, and shall be rewarded. it is accepted by God in christ jesus, and accounted to the Saints for Righteousness, and shall be rewarded. pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1 np1, cc vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, cc vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 22
298 This is plainly proved from that Promise, Mat. 10.42. He that gives a cup of cold water to a disciple, in the name of a disciple, shall not lose his reward, shall have a disciple's reward. And so, Matth. 25.21. The Servant that was faithful in the use of his Talents, was called to enter into the Joy of his Lord. And so again, Mat. 25.41. This is plainly proved from that Promise, Mathew 10.42. He that gives a cup of cold water to a disciple, in the name of a disciple, shall not loose his reward, shall have a disciple's reward. And so, Matthew 25.21. The Servant that was faithful in the use of his Talents, was called to enter into the Joy of his Lord. And so again, Mathew 25.41. d vbz av-j vvn p-acp d n1, np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb xx vvi po31 n1, vmb vhi dt ng1 n1. cc av, np1 crd. dt n1 cst vbds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. cc av av, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 22
299 Those who cloathed, fed and visited Christ in his poor Members, are by Christ invited, Those who clothed, fed and visited christ in his poor Members, Are by christ invited, d r-crq vvd, vvn cc vvn np1 p-acp po31 j n2, vbr p-acp np1 vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 22
300 as the Blessed of his Father (as those approved by his Father) to inherit the Kingdom prepared for them from the beginning of the World. as the Blessed of his Father (as those approved by his Father) to inherit the Kingdom prepared for them from the beginning of the World. c-acp dt j-vvn pp-f po31 n1 (c-acp d vvn p-acp po31 n1) pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 22
301 We may observe the different manner of dating the setting out the Reward of the Righteous, We may observe the different manner of dating the setting out the Reward of the Righteous, pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f vvg dt n-vvg av dt n1 pp-f dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 22
302 and the Reward of of the Wicked. and the Reward of of the Wicked. cc dt n1 pp-f pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 22
303 The Wicked (those on the left hand) are bid, Go, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the Devil and his Angels; The Wicked (those on the left hand) Are bid, Go, you cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his Angels; dt j (d p-acp dt j n1) vbr vvn, vvb, pn22 vvd, p-acp j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 22
304 into the Hell which was appointed by God, immediately upon the sin of the Angels, which was committed before the sin of Man; into the Hell which was appointed by God, immediately upon the since of the Angels, which was committed before the since of Man; p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 22
305 probably, before Man's Creation, or the Creation of any part of the visible World: probably, before Man's Creation, or the Creation of any part of the visible World: av-j, c-acp ng1 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 22
306 But the Saints (those on the right hand) are called to enter into the Kingdom prepared for them from the beginning of the World; But the Saints (those on the right hand) Are called to enter into the Kingdom prepared for them from the beginning of the World; cc-acp dt n2 (d p-acp dt j-jn n1) vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
307 that is, from that very instant wherein God condescended to make a new Covenant with fallen Man, in the promised Seed, the Seed of the Woman, Gen. 3.15. that is, from that very instant wherein God condescended to make a new Covenant with fallen Man, in the promised Seed, the Seed of the Woman, Gen. 3.15. d vbz, p-acp cst j j-jn c-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp j-vvn n1, p-acp dt j-vvn n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
308 For that phrase (From the beginning of the World) points directly to the time of making that new Covenant in Paradise; and on that account, Christ is called, A Lamb slain from the foundation of the World, Rev. 13.8. That new Covenant is in that Verse called, The book of life of the Lamb slain from the foundation of the World; For that phrase (From the beginning of the World) points directly to the time of making that new Covenant in Paradise; and on that account, christ is called, A Lamb slave from the Foundation of the World, Rev. 13.8. That new Covenant is in that Verse called, The book of life of the Lamb slave from the Foundation of the World; p-acp d n1 (p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1) n2 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg d j n1 p-acp n1; cc p-acp d n1, np1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd. cst j n1 vbz p-acp d n1 vvd, dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
309 it containing the conditions of life and Happiness, setled in the Mediation of the Lamb, the Lord Jesus; it containing the conditions of life and Happiness, settled in the Mediation of the Lamb, the Lord jesus; pn31 vvg dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
310 and confirmed in his Blood, from the beginning of the World. So then, when God made that new Covenant; and confirmed in his Blood, from the beginning of the World. So then, when God made that new Covenant; cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. av av, c-crq np1 vvd cst j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
311 promising in Christ Acceptance of Men's sincere, though imperfect Obedience; promising in christ Acceptance of Men's sincere, though imperfect obedience; vvg p-acp np1 n1 pp-f ng2 j, cs j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 23
312 then, I say, he appointed and prepared for them, not a Return into an earthly Paradise, but an entrance into an everlasting Kingdom, into an Eternal Life, even for all those, who by patient continuance in well doing, seek for honour, then, I say, he appointed and prepared for them, not a Return into an earthly Paradise, but an Entrance into an everlasting Kingdom, into an Eternal Life, even for all those, who by patient Continuance in well doing, seek for honour, av, pns11 vvb, pns31 vvd cc vvn p-acp pno32, xx dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1, av p-acp d d, r-crq p-acp j n1 p-acp av vdg, vvb p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 23
313 and glory, and Immortality, Rom. 2.7. We may observe further, that the New Covenant was ratified and established by God's Mercy, in the promised Seed, Gen. 3.15. in his sentencing the Serpent, and before he passed Sentence on Adam and Eve: And therefore, in the sentencing of them, we hear of nothing of either spiritual or eternal Punishments pronounced against them; and glory, and Immortality, Rom. 2.7. We may observe further, that the New Covenant was ratified and established by God's Mercy, in the promised Seed, Gen. 3.15. in his sentencing the Serpent, and before he passed Sentence on Adam and Eve: And Therefore, in the sentencing of them, we hear of nothing of either spiritual or Eternal Punishments pronounced against them; cc n1, cc n1, np1 crd. pns12 vmb vvi av-jc, cst dt j n1 vbds vvn cc vvn p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dt j-vvn n1, np1 crd. p-acp po31 vvg dt n1, cc c-acp pns31 vvd n1 p-acp np1 cc n1: cc av, p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno32, pns12 vvb pp-f pix pp-f d j cc j n2 vvn p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 23
314 but there is denounced only such temporal miseries, and a temporal death, as do indeed declare God's Anger against Sin; but there is denounced only such temporal misery's, and a temporal death, as do indeed declare God's Anger against since; cc-acp pc-acp vbz vvn av-j d j n2, cc dt j n1, c-acp vdb av vvi npg1 n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 23
315 but withall, may, by the Grace of God in the New Covenant, redound to our spiritual and eternal Good: but withal, may, by the Grace of God in the New Covenant, redound to our spiritual and Eternal Good: cc-acp av, vmb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, vvb p-acp po12 j cc j j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 23
316 On which account, St. Paul, 1 Tim. 2.15. On which account, Saint Paul, 1 Tim. 2.15. p-acp r-crq n1, n1 np1, crd np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 23
317 saith, that The child-bearing woman, notwithstanding her pains in child-bearing, shall be saved, NONLATINALPHABET, through that promised birth of the Saviour of the world, if she continue in faith: Says, that The childbearing woman, notwithstanding her pains in childbearing, shall be saved,, through that promised birth of the Saviour of the world, if she continue in faith: vvz, cst dt j n1, c-acp po31 n2 p-acp vvg, vmb vbi vvn,, p-acp cst j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pns31 vvb p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 23
318 For the NONLATINALPHABET relates not to every Woman's Child-bearing, but to the famous Birth of the promised Seed (as I, with submission to the Godly Learned, do judge.) For the relates not to every Woman's Childbearing, but to the famous Birth of the promised Seed (as I, with submission to the Godly Learned, do judge.) p-acp dt vvz xx p-acp d ng1 j, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1 (c-acp pns11, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j j, vdb vvi.) (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 24
319 So then, when Christians, through Grace, perform the Obedience of the new Covenant in Repentance, Faith, Self-denial, Heavenly-mindedness, Charity, So then, when Christians, through Grace, perform the obedience of the new Covenant in Repentance, Faith, Self-denial, Heavenly-mindedness, Charity, av av, c-crq np1, p-acp n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp n1, n1, n1, j, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 24
320 and the rest of Christian Duties, God accepts of them in Christ Jesus, and will reward them: and the rest of Christian Duties, God accepts of them in christ jesus, and will reward them: cc dt n1 pp-f njp n2, np1 vvz pp-f pno32 p-acp np1 np1, cc vmb vvi pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 24
321 therefore their Works following departed Saints to be rewarded, they who die in the Lord are blessed. Therefore their Works following departed Saints to be rewarded, they who die in the Lord Are blessed. av po32 vvz vvg j-vvn n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 24
322 And yet the Argument concluded not strongly, unless that Reward be, and make up compleat Blessedness. And yet the Argument concluded not strongly, unless that Reward be, and make up complete Blessedness. cc av dt n1 vvd xx av-j, cs d n1 vbi, cc vvi a-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 24
323 But that it doth so, is evident from Rom. 2.7. God will give to them, who by patient continuance in well doing, seek for honour, But that it does so, is evident from Rom. 2.7. God will give to them, who by patient Continuance in well doing, seek for honour, p-acp cst pn31 vdz av, vbz j p-acp np1 crd. np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, r-crq p-acp j n1 p-acp av vdg, vvb p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 24
324 and glory, and immortality, eternal life: And Gal. 6.8. it is affirmed, that They who sow to the spirit, shall of the spirit reap life everlasting. and glory, and immortality, Eternal life: And Gal. 6.8. it is affirmed, that They who sow to the Spirit, shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting. cc n1, cc n1, j n1: cc np1 crd. pn31 vbz vvn, cst pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1, vmb pp-f dt n1 vvb n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 24
325 Now, this Life everlasting, which is the portion of the Saints, that it may be a compleat and perfect Happiness, must be, at least, thus qualified. Now, this Life everlasting, which is the portion of the Saints, that it may be a complete and perfect Happiness, must be, At least, thus qualified. av, d n1 j, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cst pn31 vmb vbi dt j cc j n1, vmb vbi, p-acp ds, av vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 24
326 : In it, the Saints must not want any thing that they stand in need of, : In it, the Saints must not want any thing that they stand in need of, : p-acp pn31, dt n2 vmb xx vvi d n1 cst pns32 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 24
327 or desire any thing, but what they have, nor ever come to distaste or loath any thing they do enjoy, or desire any thing, but what they have, nor ever come to distaste or loath any thing they do enjoy, cc vvb d n1, cc-acp q-crq pns32 vhb, ccx av vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 pns32 vdb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 24
328 nor fear the loss of what they are possest of, nor envy the portion of any other who partake that state with them, nor Fear the loss of what they Are possessed of, nor envy the portion of any other who partake that state with them, ccx vvb dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vbr vvn pp-f, ccx vvi dt n1 pp-f d n-jn q-crq vvb d n1 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 24
329 nor yet despise any that are their Associates in that blessed Inheritance: nor yet despise any that Are their Associates in that blessed Inheritance: ccx av vvi d cst vbr po32 n2 p-acp d j-vvn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 24
330 I say, the meanest Saint cannot envy the highest Angel, nor can the highest Angel despise the meanest Saint. I say, the Meanest Saint cannot envy the highest Angel, nor can the highest Angel despise the Meanest Saint. pns11 vvb, dt js n1 vmbx vvi dt js n1, ccx vmb dt js n1 vvb dt js n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 24
331 For Reason it self will evince, that it cannot be a perfect Life and Happiness, where there is want of something we do need, For Reason it self will evince, that it cannot be a perfect Life and Happiness, where there is want of something we do need, p-acp n1 pn31 n1 vmb vvi, cst pn31 vmbx vbi dt j n1 cc n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f pi n1 vdb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 24
332 or longing for something we have not, or a loathing of what we once savoured, or longing for something we have not, or a loathing of what we once savoured, cc vvg p-acp pi pns12 vhb xx, cc dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq pns12 a-acp vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 24
333 or a fear of losing of what we enjoy, or a scorning, or an envying of those who are our Companions in the same state: or a Fear of losing of what we enjoy, or a scorning, or an envying of those who Are our Sodales in the same state: cc dt n1 pp-f vvg pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb, cc dt vvg, cc dt vvg pp-f d r-crq vbr po12 n2 p-acp dt d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 25
334 But those Evils of Want, Longing, Loathing, Fear, Envy and Scorn being removed, it cannot be, But those Evils of Want, Longing, Loathing, fear, Envy and Scorn being removed, it cannot be, cc-acp d n2-jn pp-f n1, vvg, vvg, n1, n1 cc n1 vbg vvn, pn31 vmbx vbi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 25
335 but the Reward of the Saints must amount to Fulness of Joy, and Pleasures for evermore. but the Reward of the Saints must amount to Fullness of Joy, and Pleasures for evermore. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n2 p-acp av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 25
336 Oh, the infinite Mercies of God in Christ Jesus, who accepts of the sincere, though imperfect Services of holy and humble persons; and thus highly rewards them! O, the infinite mercies of God in christ jesus, who accepts of the sincere, though imperfect Services of holy and humble Persons; and thus highly rewards them! uh, dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1, r-crq vvz pp-f dt j, cs j n2 pp-f j cc j n2; cc av av-j vvz pno32! (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 25
337 But if we yet further enquire what Object it is, that being thus enjoyed, sets us above Want, Longing, Loathing, Fear, Scorn and Envy? But if we yet further inquire what Object it is, that being thus enjoyed, sets us above Want, Longing, Loathing, fear, Scorn and Envy? cc-acp cs pns12 av av-j vvi r-crq n1 pn31 vbz, cst vbg av vvn, vvz pno12 p-acp n1, vvg, vvg, n1, n1 cc n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 25
338 I answer, It is God himself, communicating his own glorious Perfections to the Knowledge and Contemplation of the Saints and Angels, in that excellent Light of Glory, wherein they see him face to face, 1 Cor. 13.12. and see him as he is, 1 Joh. 3.3. I answer, It is God himself, communicating his own glorious Perfections to the Knowledge and Contemplation of the Saints and Angels, in that excellent Light of Glory, wherein they see him face to face, 1 Cor. 13.12. and see him as he is, 1 John 3.3. pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz n1 px31, vvg po31 d j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2, p-acp cst j n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vvb pno31 n1 p-acp n1, crd np1 crd. cc vvb pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz, crd np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 25
339 By which Knowledge, so clear, and so glorious, the Saints and Angels are wrapt up into the most intense and fervent love of him, By which Knowledge, so clear, and so glorious, the Saints and Angels Are wrapped up into the most intense and fervent love of him, p-acp r-crq n1, av j, cc av j, dt n2 cc n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt av-ds zz cc j n1 pp-f pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 25
340 and delight in him, that it is possible for Creatures of their degrees to receive. and delight in him, that it is possible for Creatures of their Degrees to receive. cc vvi p-acp pno31, cst pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 pp-f po32 n2 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 25
341 And seeing the Essential Happiness of God himself appears to be his Comprehensive Knowledge of his own Glorious Essence and Perfection, And seeing the Essential Happiness of God himself appears to be his Comprehensive Knowledge of his own Glorious Essence and Perfection, cc vvg dt j n1 pp-f np1 px31 vvz pc-acp vbi po31 j n1 pp-f po31 d j n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 25
342 and the Essential Love of, and Eternal Complacency in himself (for there is not a more excellent Being than himself for him to contemplate, and the Essential Love of, and Eternal Complacency in himself (for there is not a more excellent Being than himself for him to contemplate, cc dt j n1 pp-f, cc j n1 p-acp px31 (c-acp pc-acp vbz xx dt av-dc j vbg cs px31 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 25
343 nor a more lovely Being than himself for him to delight himself in.) Hence, I say, our coming to that blessed Enjoyment of him, is called, Matth. 25.21. nor a more lovely Being than himself for him to delight himself in.) Hence, I say, our coming to that blessed Enjoyment of him, is called, Matthew 25.21. ccx dt av-dc j vbg cs px31 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp.) av, pns11 vvb, po12 n-vvg p-acp d j-vvn n1 pp-f pno31, vbz vvn, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 25
344 the Entring into the Joy of our Lord, we coming to enjoy God, whom himself enjoys, the Entering into the Joy of our Lord, we coming to enjoy God, whom himself enjoys, dt vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vvg pc-acp vvi np1, r-crq px31 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 25
345 and to enjoy him by Contemplation and Love, which is the way of God's own Essential Enjoyment of himself, and to enjoy him by Contemplation and Love, which is the Way of God's own Essential Enjoyment of himself, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 d j n1 pp-f px31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 25
346 as far as we can apprehend. Thus God is the Portion of his People, and the Inheritance of his Saints. as Far as we can apprehend. Thus God is the Portion of his People, and the Inheritance of his Saints. c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmb vvi. av np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 25
347 The Works, therefore, of those who dye in the Lord, following them, to receive so high a Reward, through God's Mercy in the New Covenant, confirmed in the Blood of his blessed Son; The Works, Therefore, of those who die in the Lord, following them, to receive so high a Reward, through God's Mercy in the New Covenant, confirmed in the Blood of his blessed Son; dt vvz, av, pp-f d r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1, vvg pno32, pc-acp vvi av j dt n1, p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 26
348 it must needs be, that they are eternally blessed. it must needs be, that they Are eternally blessed. pn31 vmb av vbi, cst pns32 vbr av-j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 26
349 And that this honourable and pious Person, whose Funeral Rites have called this great Assembly together, is now arrived at that Reward, And that this honourable and pious Person, whose Funeral Rites have called this great Assembly together, is now arrived At that Reward, cc cst d j cc j n1, rg-crq n1 n2 vhb vvn d j n1 av, vbz av vvn p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 26
350 and Crown of Evangelical Righteousness, is, I suppose, the persuasion of all persons present who knew him, and Crown of Evangelical Righteousness, is, I suppose, the persuasion of all Persons present who knew him, cc n1 pp-f np1 n1, vbz, pns11 vvb, dt n1 pp-f d n2 j r-crq vvd pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 26
351 and who believe that there is a Reward for the Righteous. and who believe that there is a Reward for the Righteous. cc q-crq vvb cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 26
352 But, considering that when a great and good Man dyes, something of the Panegyrick is required, to make up the Justa, and compleat his Funeral-Rites ( David himself made a Funeral-Oration at the Interment of Abner, 2 Sam. 3.33.) I shall say something of that kind, But, considering that when a great and good Man dies, something of the Panegyric is required, to make up the Justa, and complete his Funeral-Rites (David himself made a Funeral-Oration At the Interment of Abner, 2 Sam. 3.33.) I shall say something of that kind, p-acp, vvg cst c-crq dt j cc j n1 vvz, pi pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt np1, cc j po31 n2 (np1 px31 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd.) pns11 vmb vvi pi pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 26
353 as well as I am able; as well as I am able; c-acp av c-acp pns11 vbm j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 26
354 but still being careful of this, that I may not, by Commendation of the Dead, give any just Offence to the Living; but still being careful of this, that I may not, by Commendation of the Dead, give any just Offence to the Living; cc-acp av vbg j pp-f d, cst pns11 vmb xx, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j, vvb d j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 26
355 nor by false Praises of the Deceased, lay a Snare for the Feet of Survivors, as is too oft done. nor by false Praises of the Deceased, lay a Snare for the Feet of Survivors, as is too oft done. ccx p-acp j n2 pp-f dt j-vvn, vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp vbz av av vdn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 26
356 I will therefore say nothing, but what I knew, or have unquestionable Testimony for it. I will Therefore say nothing, but what I knew, or have unquestionable Testimony for it. pns11 vmb av vvi pix, cc-acp r-crq pns11 vvd, cc vhb j n1 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 26
357 Concerning the Family, of which, this Noble Lord was lately the Head, you all know, it hath sent forth its Boughs unto the Seas, Concerning the Family, of which, this Noble Lord was lately the Head, you all know, it hath sent forth its Boughs unto the Seas, vvg dt n1, pp-f r-crq, d j n1 vbds av-j dt n1, pn22 d vvb, pn31 vhz vvn av po31 n2 p-acp dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 26
358 and its Branches to the Rivers, Psal. 80.11. and its Branches to the rivers, Psalm 80.11. cc po31 n2 p-acp dt n2, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 26
359 most Families of Quality in this County, and many also in other Shires, having mingled their Blood, by Marriage, with that of Dunham. most Families of Quality in this County, and many also in other Shires, having mingled their Blood, by Marriage, with that of Dunham. ds n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, cc d av p-acp j-jn n2, vhg vvn po32 n1, p-acp n1, p-acp d pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 26
360 Himself joyned in Affinity, with two great and ancient Families of the Nobility; Himself joined in Affinity, with two great and ancient Families of the Nobilt; px31 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp crd j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 26
361 first that of Lincoln, then that of Stamford; who justly esteemed a person of such accomplished Endowments, of such eminent Moralities and Intellectuals, a Son in Law worthy their desire and choice. First that of Lincoln, then that of Stamford; who justly esteemed a person of such accomplished Endowments, of such eminent Moralities and Intellectuals, a Son in Law worthy their desire and choice. ord cst pp-f np1, av d pp-f np1; r-crq av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f d j-vvn n2, pp-f d j n2 cc n2-j, dt n1 p-acp n1 j-jn po32 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 26
362 From his Youth upward, he professed and practised serious Godliness, mixed with Humility and Charity, and devoid of Affectation, Censoriousness, or Partiality. From his Youth upward, he professed and practised serious Godliness, mixed with Humility and Charity, and devoid of Affectation, Censoriousness, or Partiality. p-acp po31 n1 av-j, pns31 vvd cc vvd j n1, vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc j pp-f n1, n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 27
363 He visited his Closet frequently every day for his private Devotions, and withdrew for that good work, He visited his Closet frequently every day for his private Devotions, and withdrew for that good work, pns31 vvd po31 n1 av-j d n1 p-acp po31 j n2, cc vvd p-acp d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 27
364 even in the greatest throng of Business; and in his very Journeys, sought out such Privacies as befitted those sacred Brea•hings: even in the greatest throng of Business; and in his very Journeys, sought out such Privacies as befitted those sacred Brea•hings: av p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1; cc p-acp po31 j n2, vvd av d n2 c-acp vvd d j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 27
365 which shewed, that it was Affection, not Custom, which carried him to that pious Retirement. His Family was daily called, at due Periods, to Religious Worship; which showed, that it was Affection, not Custom, which carried him to that pious Retirement. His Family was daily called, At due Periods, to Religious Worship; r-crq vvd, cst pn31 vbds n1, xx n1, r-crq vvd pno31 p-acp d j n1. po31 n1 vbds av-j vvn, p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 27
366 himself and his pious Lady joyning therein, when Health permitted. himself and his pious Lady joining therein, when Health permitted. px31 cc po31 j n1 vvg av, c-crq n1 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 27
367 He constantly, when he was in health, attended the Publick Service of God, according to the Order of the Church of England, by Law established; He constantly, when he was in health, attended the Public Service of God, according to the Order of the Church of England, by Law established; pns31 av-j, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp n1, vvd dt j n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 27
368 of which Church he lived and died a pious Member. of which Church he lived and died a pious Member. pp-f r-crq n1 pns31 vvd cc vvd dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 27
369 He usually came to publick Worship with the first, and staid till all Offices of the same were celebrated, He usually Come to public Worship with the First, and stayed till all Offices of the same were celebrated, pns31 av-j vvd p-acp j n1 p-acp dt ord, cc vvd p-acp d n2 pp-f dt d vbdr vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 27
370 if any, besides the common and stated parts of it, were to be transacted, as Baptism, if any, beside the Common and stated parts of it, were to be transacted, as Baptism, cs d, p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n2 pp-f pn31, vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 27
371 or the Eucharist, joyning devoutly in them. or the Eucharist, joining devoutly in them. cc dt n1, vvg av-j p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 27
372 In London, he received the Communion Monthly, at Covent Garden - Church, if he was able to go thither; In London, he received the Communion Monthly, At Covent Garden - Church, if he was able to go thither; p-acp np1, pns31 vvd dt n1 av-j, p-acp n1 n1 - n1, cs pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 27
373 humbly kneeling at the Rails before the Altar, or Communion-Table. humbly kneeling At the Rails before the Altar, or Communion table. av-j vvg p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 27
374 It was his mis-fortune, when he was young, to be seduced with the plausible pretensions of the Artificers of our late Troubles: It was his misfortune, when he was young, to be seduced with the plausible pretensions of the Artificers of our late Troubles: pn31 vbds po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vbds j, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 j vvz: (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 27
375 But he soon shewed the integrity of his heart, by his early withdrawing from them, when he discovered the mischievous designs of those who had drawn upon their Soveraign. But he soon showed the integrity of his heart, by his early withdrawing from them, when he discovered the mischievous designs of those who had drawn upon their Sovereign. cc-acp pns31 av vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp po31 j n-vvg p-acp pno32, c-crq pns31 vvd dt j n2 pp-f d r-crq vhd vvn p-acp po32 n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 27
376 But, as if that Secession from them had been a small Expiation of his Error, he, upon the first hopeful opportunity, adventured his Life, Fortunes and Family, in the Service of our Royal Soveraign, whom God long preserve. But, as if that Secession from them had been a small Expiation of his Error, he, upon the First hopeful opportunity, adventured his Life, Fortune's and Family, in the Service of our Royal Sovereign, whom God long preserve. p-acp, c-acp cs cst np1 p-acp pno32 vhd vbn dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31, p-acp dt ord j n1, vvd po31 n1, n2 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n-jn, ro-crq np1 av-j vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 28
377 And this he did not only upon truly Loyal and Monarchical Principles, without admixture of any By-designs with the Service of his Prince; And this he did not only upon truly Loyal and Monarchical Principles, without admixture of any By-designs with the Service of his Prince; cc d pns31 vdd xx av-j p-acp av-j j cc j n2, p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 28
378 but also by the Warrant of an express Commission from his Sacred Majesty, constituting him Commander in Chief of all the Forces raised, but also by the Warrant of an express Commission from his Sacred Majesty, constituting him Commander in Chief of all the Forces raised, cc-acp av p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po31 j n1, vvg pno31 n1 p-acp n-jn pp-f d dt n2 vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 28
379 and to be raised for His Majesty's Service, in Cheshire, Lancashire and North Wales. Which Commission I have seen and read; and to be raised for His Majesty's Service, in Cheshire, Lancashire and North Wales. Which Commission I have seen and read; cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 ng1 n1, p-acp np1, np1 cc n1 np1. r-crq n1 pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 28
380 it being exemplified under his Majesty's Royal Signet, and Sign Manual: it being exemplified under his Majesty's Royal Signet, and Signen Manual: pn31 vbg vvn p-acp po31 ng1 j n1, cc vvb j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 28
381 Dated at His Majesty's Court at Bruxels, Aug. 9. 1659. in the eleventh Year of his Reign. Dated At His Majesty's Court At Brussels, Aug. 9. 1659. in the eleventh Year of his Reign. np1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 28
382 With him then joyned many primitive Loyal Cavaliers, and many Loyal Converts: some of both sorts, I believe, are here present. With him then joined many primitive Loyal Cavaliers, and many Loyal Converts: Some of both sorts, I believe, Are Here present. p-acp pno31 av vvn d j j n2, cc d j vvz: d pp-f d n2, pns11 vvb, vbr av j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 28
383 And the Rising of him, and of you (Noble and Loyal Sirs) with him in this County, gave the first warm and invigorating Spring beam to the Frost-nipt Loyalty of the Nation. And the Rising of him, and of you (Noble and Loyal Sirs) with him in this County, gave the First warm and invigorating Spring beam to the Frost-nipped Loyalty of the nation. cc dt n-vvg pp-f pno31, cc pp-f pn22 (j cc j n2) p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1, vvd dt ord vvi cc n-vvg n1 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 28
384 For, the Tyrannical Usurpers cunningly exciting many of the Loyal Party, by the Artifices of false Brethren, to make ineffectual Attempts against their too well fortified Usurpation, did, upon the discovery of them by their Decoys, cut them off, by bloody and merciless Executions. For, the Tyrannical Usurpers cunningly exciting many of the Loyal Party, by the Artifices of false Brothers, to make ineffectual Attempts against their too well fortified Usurpation, did, upon the discovery of them by their Decoys, Cut them off, by bloody and merciless Executions. p-acp, dt j n2 av-jn j av-d pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt fw-la pp-f j n2, pc-acp vvi j vvz p-acp po32 av av vvn n1, vdd, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp po32 n2, vvb pno32 a-acp, p-acp j cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 28
385 Which, though it abated not the Zeal of the Royal Party, yet it rendred many of them so mutually jealous, that they durst scarce in secret communicate their loyal thoughts and desires to one another. Which, though it abated not the Zeal of the Royal Party, yet it rendered many of them so mutually jealous, that they durst scarce in secret communicate their loyal thoughts and Desires to one Another. r-crq, cs pn31 vvd xx dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, av pn31 vvd d pp-f pno32 av av-j j, cst pns32 vvd av-j p-acp j-jn vvb po32 j n2 cc n2 p-acp crd j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 28
386 But the Rising of this Noble Lord, and of you (Generous Sirs) in Cheshire, unlock'd the bosom, But the Rising of this Noble Lord, and of you (Generous Sirs) in Cheshire, unlocked the bosom, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d j n1, cc pp-f pn22 (j n2) p-acp np1, vvd dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 28
387 and opened the mouth of every Loyal Subject to his Neighbour, to own the Royal Cause again with Courage and Confidence, and opened the Mouth of every Loyal Subject to his Neighbour, to own the Royal Cause again with Courage and Confidence, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f d j j-jn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d dt j n1 av p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 28
388 and gave the whole Nation boldness to declare their longing for David 's Return. and gave the Whole nation boldness to declare their longing for David is Return. cc vvd dt j-jn n1 n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp np1 vbz n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 28
389 Insomuch, that one of the bloody Regicides said with Indignation, That Sir George Booth 's Rising in Cheshire had again conjur'd up that old Monarchical Spirit in the Nation, which he feared would never again be suppressed; Insomuch, that one of the bloody Regicides said with Indignation, That Sir George Booth is Rising in Cheshire had again conjured up that old Monarchical Spirit in the nation, which he feared would never again be suppressed; av, cst pi pp-f dt j n2 vvd p-acp n1, cst n1 np1 np1 vbz vvg p-acp np1 vhd av vvn a-acp d j j n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvd vmd av-x av vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 29
390 and for that, he must dye without mercy. and for that, he must die without mercy. cc p-acp d, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 29
391 And undoubtedly, he had done so, as the gallant Montross did in the like Circumstances before, And undoubtedly, he had done so, as the gallant Montross did in the like circumstances before, cc av-j, pns31 vhd vdn av, c-acp dt j-jn np1 vdd p-acp dt j n2 a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 29
392 if God had not wonderfully prevented. if God had not wonderfully prevented. cs np1 vhd xx av-j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 29
393 So that this Noble Lord, and his Loyal Fellow-Soldiers (even the Regicides themselves being Judges) triumphed over the very Heart and Principles of Rebellion. So that this Noble Lord, and his Loyal Fellow-Soldiers (even the Regicides themselves being Judges) triumphed over the very Heart and Principles of Rebellion. av cst d j n1, cc po31 j n2 (av dt n2 px32 vbg n2) vvd p-acp dt j n1 cc n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 29
394 And that His Sacred Majesty had this gracious sense of this Attempt, is evident, by the Honours, And that His Sacred Majesty had this gracious sense of this Attempt, is evident, by the Honours, cc d po31 j n1 vhd d j n1 pp-f d vvb, vbz j, p-acp dt ng1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 29
395 and other Favours he accumulated on this Loyal Convert. and other Favours he accumulated on this Loyal Convert. cc j-jn n2 pns31 vvn p-acp d j vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 29
396 And that it may appear that I speak not without Warrant, I have transcribed out of his Lordship's Patent for his Barony, His Majesty's gracious and ample Testimony of that honourable Engagement. The words are these; And that it may appear that I speak not without Warrant, I have transcribed out of his Lordship's Patent for his Barony, His Majesty's gracious and ample Testimony of that honourable Engagement. The words Are these; cc cst pn31 vmb vvi cst pns11 vvb xx p-acp vvb, pns11 vhb vvn av pp-f po31 ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, po31 ng1 j cc j n1 pp-f cst j n1. dt n2 vbr d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 29
397 Idem Georgius, summis Majoribus nequaquam virtute Minor, crudelissimo Patris nostri Augustae Memoriae Parricidio, nec non nostro miserrimo longóque exilio, soevisque Regnorum Calamitatibus barbarâ & inhumanâ Regicidarum crudelitate mancipatorum gravissimè affectus; Idem George, Summis Majoribus Nequaquam virtute Minor, crudelissimo Patris Our Augustae Memoriae Parricidio, nec non nostro miserrimo longóque exilio, soevisque Regnorum Calamitatibus barbarâ & inhumanâ Regicidarum crudelitate mancipatorum gravissimè affectus; fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 np1 np1, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 29
398 singulari in Nos amore in ruentem Patriam memorabili pietate impulsus, incredibili virtute, Rei Familiaris Vitaeque, summo cum periculo, coactâ fidâ & Nobili Fortium Virorum Manu è Comitatibus Cestriae & Lancastriae Arma sumpsit, Nos Regnis, Nobis Regna redditurus. singulari in Nos amore in ruentem Patriam memorabili Piate Impulse, incredibili virtute, Rei Familiaris Vitaeque, Summo cum periculo, coactâ fidâ & Nobili Fortium Virorum Manu è Comitatibus Cestriae & Lancastriae Arma sumpsit, Nos Regnis, Nobis Regna redditurus. fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la vvi fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la np1 fw-la, j fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la cc np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 29
399 Quibus Ausis ingentibus licet tunc temporis ceciderit, restanrationis tamen Nostrae tam foelicis, tamdiu exoptatae, Ansam praebuit. Quibus Ausis ingentibus licet tunc Temporis ceciderit, restanrationis tamen nostrae tam Felicis, Tamdiu exoptatae, Ansam praebuit. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, n1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 29
400 The same George, no way inferiour in Vertue to the chiefest of his Ancestors, being deeply affected with the cruel Murder of Our Father of blessed Memory, The same George, no Way inferior in Virtue to the chiefest of his Ancestors, being deeply affected with the cruel Murder of Our Father of blessed Memory, dt d np1, dx n1 j-jn p-acp n1 p-acp dt js-jn pp-f po31 n2, vbg av-jn vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 pp-f j-vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 30
401 and with Our own most deplorable and long Banishment, and with the heavy Calamities of Our Kingdoms, enslaved by the inhumane Cruelty of the Regicides; and with Our own most deplorable and long Banishment, and with the heavy Calamities of Our Kingdoms, enslaved by the inhumane Cruelty of the Regicides; cc p-acp po12 d av-ds j cc j n1, cc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po12 n2, vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 30
402 and being drawn by singular love to Ʋs, and by memorable piety towards his sinking Country, having with wonderful Courage, and being drawn by singular love to Ʋs, and by memorable piety towards his sinking Country, having with wondered Courage, cc vbg vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp n2, cc p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 j-vvg n1, vhg p-acp j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 30
403 and the greatest hazard of his Life and Fortunes, gathered a Loyal and Generous Band of valiant Men, out of the Counties of Cheshire and Lancashire, took up Arms, designing to restore Ʋs to Our Kingdoms, and Our Kingdoms to Ʋs. and the greatest hazard of his Life and Fortune's, gathered a Loyal and Generous Band of valiant Men, out of the Counties of Cheshire and Lancashire, took up Arms, designing to restore Ʋs to Our Kingdoms, and Our Kingdoms to Ʋs. cc dt js n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n2, vvd dt j cc j n1 pp-f j n2, av pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1, vvd a-acp n2, vvg pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc po12 n2 p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 30
404 In which Heroick Attempts, though he then failed, yet gave he occasion for our so happy, and so desired Return. In which Heroic Attempts, though he then failed, yet gave he occasion for our so happy, and so desired Return. p-acp r-crq j vvz, cs pns31 av vvd, av vvd pns31 n1 p-acp po12 av j, cc av vvd n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 30
405 Having been thus large in this part of his Character, I will be the briefer in the rest. Having been thus large in this part of his Character, I will be the briefer in the rest. vhg vbn av j p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns11 vmb vbi dt jc p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 30
406 I shall not need to mention his Domestick Vertues. I shall not need to mention his Domestic Virtues. pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi po31 j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 30
407 It is known to all about him, that in the faithful and affectionate Conjugal Love betwixt him and his pious Lady, God set forth a worthy Example to this profligate Age, It is known to all about him, that in the faithful and affectionate Conjugal Love betwixt him and his pious Lady, God Set forth a worthy Exampl to this profligate Age, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d p-acp pno31, cst p-acp dt j cc j j n1 p-acp pno31 cc po31 j n1, np1 vvd av dt j n1 p-acp d n1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 30
408 how sacred the Matrimonial Bands are to those who fear God. how sacred the Matrimonial Bans Are to those who Fear God. c-crq j dt j n2 vbr p-acp d r-crq n1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 30
409 As God blest him with a numerous Issue (for all whom he made an honourable Provision before his death) so he educated them all with that pious Care, As God blessed him with a numerous Issue (for all whom he made an honourable Provision before his death) so he educated them all with that pious Care, p-acp np1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt j n1 (c-acp d r-crq pns31 vvd dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1) av pns31 vvn pno32 d p-acp cst j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 30
410 as if the Fate and Honour of his Family was imbarqued in every one of them single. as if the Fate and Honour of his Family was embarked in every one of them single. c-acp cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp d crd pp-f pno32 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 30
411 Towards his Servants he was so just, that he not only gave them all their due Expectances, and more, as to Temporals; Towards his Servants he was so just, that he not only gave them all their due Expectances, and more, as to Temporals; p-acp po31 n2 pns31 vbds av j, cst pns31 xx av-j vvd pno32 d po32 j-jn n2, cc av-dc, c-acp p-acp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 30
412 but caused them to be constantly instructed in the things belonging to a better Life. but caused them to be constantly instructed in the things belonging to a better Life. cc-acp vvd pno32 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp dt jc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 30
413 Towards his Tenants (according to the Hereditary Vertue of his Family) he was one of the best of Landlords; Towards his Tenants (according to the Hereditary Virtue of his Family) he was one of the best of Landlords; p-acp po31 n2 (vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1) pns31 vbds pi pp-f dt js pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 30
414 under whose Benevolent shadow, many hundred Families did rest, and enjoyed comfortable and plenteous Subsistencies under whose Benevolent shadow, many hundred Families did rest, and enjoyed comfortable and plenteous Subsistencies p-acp rg-crq j n1, d crd n2 vdd vvi, cc vvd j cc j n2 (3) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 31
415 The freedom also of his generous Hospitality, and of his Alms to the Necessitous, have rendred his Memory blessed: The freedom also of his generous Hospitality, and of his Alms to the Necessitous, have rendered his Memory blessed: dt n1 av pp-f po31 j n1, cc pp-f po31 n2 p-acp dt j, vhb vvn po31 n1 vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 31
416 And so also hath his Charity towards all Men; And so also hath his Charity towards all Men; cc av av vhz po31 n1 p-acp d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 31
417 with his special delight in all the pious, humble, loyal and peaceable persons known to him. with his special delight in all the pious, humble, loyal and peaceable Persons known to him. p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp d dt j, j, j cc j n2 vvn p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 31
418 And no less eminent was he in his Mercy towards, Enemies; And no less eminent was he in his Mercy towards, Enemies; cc dx av-dc j vbds pns31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp, n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 31
419 not only forgiving those who attempted his Life and Fortunes, and putting them into his Prayers, not only forgiving those who attempted his Life and Fortune's, and putting them into his Prayers, xx av-j j-vvg d r-crq vvd po31 n1 cc n2, cc vvg pno32 p-acp po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 31
420 but doing them signal and ample Kindnesses, overcoming their Evil with Good. but doing them signal and ample Kindnesses, overcoming their Evil with Good. p-acp vdg pno32 n1 cc j n2, vvg po32 n-jn p-acp j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 31
421 In the long and sharp Pains and Sickness, which cut short his Pilgrimage, he shewed such composed Patience, In the long and sharp Pains and Sickness, which Cut short his Pilgrimage, he showed such composed Patience, p-acp dt j cc j n2 cc n1, r-crq vvd j po31 n1, pns31 vvd d j-vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 31
422 as no bare Philosophical Principles (though he was well verst in the choicest of them) could possibly have produced; as no bore Philosophical Principles (though he was well versed in the Choicest of them) could possibly have produced; c-acp dx j j n2 (cs pns31 vbds av vvd p-acp dt js pp-f pno32) vmd av-j vhi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 31
423 but it evidenced it self to be the Genuine Issue of the Grace of God, in a Will wholly submissive, but it evidenced it self to be the Genuine Issue of the Grace of God, in a Will wholly submissive, cc-acp pn31 vvn pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 av-jn j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 31
424 and resigned to the pleasure of his Soveraign Lord and Maker; and resigned to the pleasure of his Sovereign Lord and Maker; cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 31
425 and still trusting his Wisdom, Mercy and Faithfulness in Christ Jesus, to cause all to work together for good to his immortal Soul. and still trusting his Wisdom, Mercy and Faithfulness in christ jesus, to cause all to work together for good to his immortal Soul. cc av vvg po31 n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 np1, pc-acp vvi d pc-acp vvi av p-acp j p-acp po31 j n1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 31
426 So that we have, upon all accounts, good ground to hope that he is entred into that Kingdom of Peace and Purity, where every Saint and Angel loves God more than they love themselves, So that we have, upon all accounts, good ground to hope that he is entered into that Kingdom of Peace and Purity, where every Saint and Angel loves God more than they love themselves, av cst pns12 vhb, p-acp d n2, j n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq d n1 cc n1 vvz np1 av-dc cs pns32 vvb px32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 31
427 and God loves every Angel and Saint more than they can love themselves; and every Saint and Angel loves others, even as themselves: and God loves every Angel and Saint more than they can love themselves; and every Saint and Angel loves Others, even as themselves: cc np1 vvz d n1 cc n1 av-dc cs pns32 vmb vvi px32; cc d n1 cc n1 vvz n2-jn, av c-acp px32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 31
428 and so they have as many Joys as they have Companions. and so they have as many Joys as they have Sodales. cc av pns32 vhb p-acp d n2 c-acp pns32 vhb n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 31
429 It must needs therefore follow, that all Labours are then removed, all Tears are wiped away, all Desires satisfied, all Wants supplied, all Temptations excluded, and all Graces perfected; It must needs Therefore follow, that all Labours Are then removed, all Tears Are wiped away, all Desires satisfied, all Wants supplied, all Temptations excluded, and all Graces perfected; pn31 vmb av av vvi, cst d n2 vbr av vvn, d n2 vbr vvn av, d n2 vvn, d vvz vvn, d n2 vvn, cc d n2 vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 31
430 and the Glorified Saints have the perfection of Holiness, and the fulness of Happiness, through the Excellency of the Knowledge and Love of God, their Maker and Saviour, and the Glorified Saints have the perfection of Holiness, and the fullness of Happiness, through the Excellency of the Knowledge and Love of God, their Maker and Saviour, cc dt vvn n2 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, po32 n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 32
431 and in mutual Complacency in one another, and rejoycing over one another in the Lord. This is the Portion of those who live and dye in the Lord. and in mutual Complacency in one Another, and rejoicing over one Another in the Lord. This is the Portion of those who live and die in the Lord. cc p-acp j n1 p-acp crd j-jn, cc vvg p-acp crd j-jn p-acp dt n1. d vbz dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 32
432 Therefore (my beloved Brethren) be ye stedfast, unmovable always abounding in the work of the Lord; Therefore (my Beloved Brothers) be the steadfast, unmovable always abounding in the work of the Lord; av (po11 j-vvn n2) vbb dt j, j av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 32
433 for as much 〈 ◊ 〉 ye know, that your labour shall not be in vain in the Lord. for as much 〈 ◊ 〉 you know, that your labour shall not be in vain in the Lord. c-acp c-acp av-d 〈 sy 〉 pn22 vvb, cst po22 n1 vmb xx vbi p-acp j p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 32
434 Rev. 1.5, 6. To him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own Blood, Rev. 1.5, 6. To him that loved us, and washed us from our Sins in his own Blood, n1 crd, crd p-acp pno31 cst vvd pno12, cc vvn pno12 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp po31 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 32
435 and hath made us Kings and Priests to God, ever his Father; to him be Glory and Dominion, for ever and ever. Amen. FINIS. and hath made us Kings and Priests to God, ever his Father; to him be Glory and Dominion, for ever and ever. Amen. FINIS. cc vhz vvn pno12 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1, av po31 n1; p-acp pno31 vbb n1 cc n1, c-acp av cc av. uh-n. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 32

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49 0 I have seen three Books in Quarto, writ by his Lordships own hand, wherein the Scriptures are thus disposed methodically under their proper Heads, very judiciously; being especially, Collections of such as tended to the confirming of his Judgment in the Doctrine of the Gospel, or encouragement of his heart in the practice of Repentance, Faith, Charity, Heavenly-mindedness, &c. And some also, as they did occur, for to justifie the Ʋsages of the Church of England, against both Popish and Phanatical Criminations. I have seen three Books in Quarto, writ by his Lordship's own hand, wherein the Scriptures Are thus disposed methodically under their proper Heads, very judiciously; being especially, Collections of such as tended to the confirming of his Judgement in the Doctrine of the Gospel, or encouragement of his heart in the practice of Repentance, Faith, Charity, Heavenly-mindedness, etc. And Some also, as they did occur, for to justify the Ʋsages of the Church of England, against both Popish and Fanatical Criminations. pns11 vhb vvn crd n2 p-acp fw-la, vvn p-acp po31 ng1 d n1, c-crq dt n2 vbr av vvn av-j p-acp po32 j n2, av av-j; vbg av-j, n2 pp-f d c-acp vvd p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, j, av cc d av, c-acp pns32 vdd vvi, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d j cc j n2.
176 0 See the fifth Chapter of the Book of the Wisdom of Solomon, excellently describing this part of the misery of the Damned. See the fifth Chapter of the Book of the Wisdom of Solomon, excellently describing this part of the misery of the Damned. vvb dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j vvg d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn.
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