A discovery of glorious love, or, The love of Christ to beleevers opened, in the truth, transcendency, and sweetness thereof together with the necessity that lyes upon every beleever, to strive after the spirituall and experimentall knowledge of it : being the sum of VI sermons preached upon Ephesians 3.19 / by John Durant ...

Durant, John, b. 1620
Publisher: Printed for R I
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1655
Approximate Era: Interregnum
TCP ID: A36939 ESTC ID: R17285 STC ID: D2677
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Ephesians III, 19; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 SERMON I. EPHES. 3 ver. 19. And to know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge. SERMON I EPHESIANS. 3 ver. 19. And to know the love of christ which passes knowledge. n1 uh np1. crd fw-la. crd cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 KNowledge is the perfection of the Rational Creature: KNowledge is the perfection of the Rational Creature: n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
2 It is that whereby we come NONLATINALPHABET (as the Philosopher speaks) i. e. to partake of Divinity, to be like unto the Deity. It is that whereby we come (as the Philosopher speaks) i. e. to partake of Divinity, to be like unto the Deity. pn31 vbz d c-crq pns12 vvb (c-acp dt n1 vvz) pns11. sy. pc-acp vvi pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 God is Light, and Knowledge, and the more we partake of it, the more like wee are to him. God is Light, and Knowledge, and the more we partake of it, the more like we Are to him. np1 vbz j, cc n1, cc dt av-dc pns12 vvb pp-f pn31, dt av-dc av-j pns12 vbr p-acp pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 Now by how much the likelier wee are unto God, by so much the nearer we come up to perfection. Now by how much the likelier we Are unto God, by so much the nearer we come up to perfection. av p-acp c-crq av-d dt jc pns12 vbr p-acp np1, p-acp av av-d dt jc pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 Knowledge is exceeding precious: It must needs be so, sith it tends to perfection. Knowledge is exceeding precious: It must needs be so, sith it tends to perfection. n1 vbz av-vvg j: pn31 vmb av vbi av, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
6 Indeed, as Aquinas saith of seeing, Though the object of sight be mean in it self, Indeed, as Aquinas Says of seeing, Though the Object of sighed be mean in it self, np1, c-acp np1 vvz pp-f vvg, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb j p-acp pn31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
7 yet the very act of seeing is sweet: yet the very act of seeing is sweet: av dt j n1 pp-f vvg vbz j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
8 So also hee determines of Knowing, that however the object be low and poor, yet the very act it self of knowledge, is high and precious. So also he determines of Knowing, that however the Object be low and poor, yet the very act it self of knowledge, is high and precious. av av pns31 vvz pp-f vvg, cst c-acp dt n1 vbb j cc j, av dt j n1 pn31 n1 pp-f n1, vbz j cc j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
9 Now of all knowledge there is none so precious, nor so perfecting, as that which is Divine. Now of all knowledge there is none so precious, nor so perfecting, as that which is Divine. av pp-f d n1 a-acp vbz pix av j, ccx av vvg, c-acp d r-crq vbz j-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
10 Other Knowledge (viz. Human) can make us perfect only as men: This knowledge (viz. Divine) gives us a perfection as Saints. But, Other Knowledge (viz. Human) can make us perfect only as men: This knowledge (viz. Divine) gives us a perfection as Saints. But, j-jn n1 (n1 j) vmb vvi pno12 vvi av-j p-acp n2: d n1 (n1 np1) vvz pno12 dt n1 c-acp n2. p-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
11 Of all Divine knowledge, the knowledge of Jesus Christ in the light of love, as most precious, as tending most to the perfection of our souls: Of all Divine knowledge, the knowledge of jesus christ in the Light of love, as most precious, as tending most to the perfection of our Souls: pp-f d j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp ds j, p-acp vvg av-ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
12 As ther are degrees of lustre in the heavenly lights; so there are degrees of glory in Divine truths. As there Are Degrees of lustre in the heavenly lights; so there Are Degrees of glory in Divine truths. c-acp a-acp vbr n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n2; av a-acp vbr n2 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
13 Every Star in the Firmament hath a glorious light; but yet the light of the Sun exceeds them all in glory: Every Star in the Firmament hath a glorious Light; but yet the Light of the Sun exceeds them all in glory: np1 n1 p-acp dt n1 vhz dt j n1; cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno32 d p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
14 And every truth (which is as a Starre in the heaven of Divinity ) hath a peculiar excellency in it, And every truth (which is as a Star in the heaven of Divinity) hath a peculiar excellency in it, cc d n1 (r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) vhz dt j n1 p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
15 and the knowledge thereof is precious: and the knowledge thereof is precious: cc dt n1 av vbz j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
16 But Jesus Christ (who is as the Sunne in Divinity's heaven ) hath a transcendent excellency in him; But jesus christ (who is as the Sun in Divinity's heaven) hath a transcendent excellency in him; cc-acp np1 np1 (r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1) vhz dt j n1 p-acp pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
17 . and to know him, doth sarre more tend to the perfecting of our souls, than the knowledge of any, . and to know him, does sarre more tend to the perfecting of our Souls, than the knowledge of any, . cc pc-acp vvi pno31, vdz vvi av-dc vvi p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n2, cs dt n1 pp-f d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
18 or all Divine truths else besides. Therefore it is that Paul accents this knowledge with an excellency, Phil. 3.8. Yea doubtlesse (saith he) I count all things but loss, for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord. or all Divine truths Else beside. Therefore it is that Paul accents this knowledge with an excellency, Philip 3.8. Yea doubtless (Says he) I count all things but loss, for the excellency of the knowledge of christ jesus my Lord. cc d j-jn n2 av a-acp. av pn31 vbz cst np1 n2 d n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. uh av-j (vvz pns31) pns11 vvb d n2 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 po11 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
19 And certainly Paul might well say thus: And Certainly Paul might well say thus: cc av-j np1 vmd av vvi av: (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
20 for albeit he had attained the knowledge of other things, yet without this, he had been at a losse in point of Soul-sacred perfection. for albeit he had attained the knowledge of other things, yet without this, he had been At a loss in point of Soul-sacred perfection. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, av p-acp d, pns31 vhd vbn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
21 So that however other knowledge (as being some way perfecting and precious) be desirable; So that however other knowledge (as being Some Way perfecting and precious) be desirable; av d c-acp j-jn n1 (c-acp vbg d n1 vvg cc j) vbi j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
22 yet there is no knowledge which is so to be desired (at least by Saints) as the knowledge of Jesus Christ. yet there is no knowledge which is so to be desired (At least by Saints) as the knowledge of jesus christ. av a-acp vbz dx n1 r-crq vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn (p-acp ds p-acp n2) c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
23 But yet, as although the Sun be the most glorious of the heavenly Lights, yet Mortals receive more comfort by its heat, than by its light: In like manner, But yet, as although the Sun be the most glorious of the heavenly Lights, yet Mortals receive more Comfort by its heat, than by its Light: In like manner, p-acp av, c-acp cs dt n1 vbi dt av-ds j pp-f dt j n2, av n2-jn vvb dc n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs p-acp po31 j: p-acp j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
24 though the knowledge of Jesus Christ bee the most transcendent of divine truths, yet our souls receive more sweetnesse by the warmth of his love, than by the lustre of his light. Look as Moses could not see the glory of God and live, and yet must dye except he saw his grace: though the knowledge of jesus christ be the most transcendent of divine truths, yet our Souls receive more sweetness by the warmth of his love, than by the lustre of his Light. Look as Moses could not see the glory of God and live, and yet must die except he saw his grace: cs dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vbb dt av-ds j pp-f j-jn n2, av po12 n2 vvi dc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. vvb p-acp np1 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vvi, cc av vmb vvi c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
25 Even so our souls cannot see the lustre of the bright beams of Christs glory, Even so our Souls cannot see the lustre of the bright beams of Christ glory, av av po12 n2 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
26 and live (wee must dye ere we can behold that) yet notwithstanding we must see the light of the bosome-love of Jesus, or else we dye. and live (we must die ere we can behold that) yet notwithstanding we must see the Light of the bosome-love of jesus, or Else we die. cc vvi (pns12 vmb vvi c-acp pns12 vmb vvi cst) av c-acp pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av pns12 vvb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
27 If this light dawn not upon our bosoms, if this knowledge shine not into our hearts, we shall sink and dye in our souls, especially if wee are in fear of any troubles. If this Light dawn not upon our bosoms, if this knowledge shine not into our hearts, we shall sink and die in our Souls, especially if we Are in Fear of any Troubles. cs d j n1 xx p-acp po12 n2, cs d n1 vvb xx p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp po12 n2, av-j cs pns12 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
28 Hence it was, that the Apostle Paul, among the rest of those precious Petitions, which he puts up to the Father of our Lord Jesus, in the behalf of the Ephesians, lest they should faint at his tribulations, hee adds this, that they might know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge. Hence it was, that the Apostle Paul, among the rest of those precious Petitions, which he puts up to the Father of our Lord jesus, in the behalf of the Ephesians, lest they should faint At his tribulations, he adds this, that they might know the love of christ which passes knowledge. av pn31 vbds, cst dt n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1, cs pns32 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvz d, cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
29 I shal briefly give you the context, that it may give some light to the text. I shall briefly give you the context, that it may give Some Light to the text. pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22 dt n1, cst pn31 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
30 The Apostle having hinted in the first verse of this Chapter, that hee was a prisoner of Jesus Christ for the Ephesians, who were Gentiles; and having also upon that spoken something of the excellency of the Gospel, and the warrant which hee had to preach the same unto them (which two things were as two great supporters of him in his sufferings) hee comes in the fourteenth verse to pray for the Ephesians, that they might not faint at his tribulations. Now there might be a double ground of the Apostles fear, The Apostle having hinted in the First verse of this Chapter, that he was a prisoner of jesus christ for the Ephesians, who were Gentiles; and having also upon that spoken something of the excellency of the Gospel, and the warrant which he had to preach the same unto them (which two things were as two great supporters of him in his sufferings) he comes in the fourteenth verse to pray for the Ephesians, that they might not faint At his tribulations. Now there might be a double ground of the Apostles Fear, dt np1 vhg vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, cst pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt np1, r-crq vbdr n2-j; cc vhg av p-acp d vvn pi pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt vvb r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi dt d p-acp pno32 (r-crq crd n2 vbdr p-acp crd j n2 pp-f pno31 p-acp po31 n2) pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt np1, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n2. av pc-acp vmd vbi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
31 why the Ephesians might faint at news of his tribulations. 1 Sympathy. It is usual with Saints to sympathize each with other in their tribulations. why the Ephesians might faint At news of his tribulations. 1 sympathy. It is usual with Saints to sympathise each with other in their tribulations. q-crq dt np1 vmd vvi p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2. crd n1. pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi d p-acp j-jn p-acp po32 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
32 And Paul upon this ground, might rightly think, that the tidings of his imprisonment would be sad to these Ephesians; and happily he might fear, that out of their tender love, both to his person, And Paul upon this ground, might rightly think, that the tidings of his imprisonment would be sad to these Ephesians; and happily he might Fear, that out of their tender love, both to his person, np1 np1 p-acp d n1, vmd av-jn vvi, cst dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vmd vbi j p-acp d np1; cc av-j pns31 vmd vvi, cst av pp-f po32 j n1, av-d p-acp po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
33 and preaching, they would be over-sad, by sympathy, to understand, that now their Preacher was in prison. and preaching, they would be oversad, by Sympathy, to understand, that now their Preacher was in prison. cc vvg, pns32 vmd vbi j, p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi, cst av po32 n1 vbds p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
34 2 Fear lest themselves might meet with the like sufferings. 2 fear lest themselves might meet with the like sufferings. crd vvb cs px32 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
35 For what might they think? Is Paul in prison for Preaching the Gospel? then sure may we fear the like for receiving the Gospel. For what might they think? Is Paul in prison for Preaching the Gospel? then sure may we Fear the like for receiving the Gospel. p-acp r-crq vmd pns32 vvi? vbz np1 p-acp n1 p-acp vvg dt n1? av av-j vmb pns12 vvb dt av-j p-acp vvg dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
36 It is commonly seen, that the receivers of Gospel-truths suffer as well as the revealers. It is commonly seen, that the Receivers of Gospel truths suffer as well as the revealers. pn31 vbz av-j vvn, cst dt n2 pp-f n2 vvb a-acp av c-acp dt n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
37 And certainly (the Ephesians might say) we shall be accounted as faulty for our faith in, And Certainly (the Ephesians might say) we shall be accounted as faulty for our faith in, cc av-j (cs np1 vmd vvi) pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j c-acp po12 n1 p-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
38 as Paul is for his Preaching of the Gospel. This peradventure they might argue, and fear, and faint; as Paul is for his Preaching of the Gospel. This Peradventure they might argue, and Fear, and faint; c-acp np1 vbz p-acp po31 vvg pp-f dt n1. np1 av pns32 vmd vvi, cc n1, cc j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
39 Therefore the Apostle bendeth his knees to him who alone is able to keep from, and support in faintings, i. e. To the Father of our Lord Jesus: Therefore the Apostle bendeth his knees to him who alone is able to keep from, and support in faintings, i. e. To the Father of our Lord jesus: av dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp pno31 r-crq j vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi p-acp n2-vvg, sy. sy. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
40 And three things he beggeth in the behalf of the Ephesians, that they might not (upon any ground) faint at his tribulations. And three things he beggeth in the behalf of the Ephesians, that they might not (upon any ground) faint At his tribulations. cc crd n2 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1, cst pns32 vmd xx (p-acp d n1) vvb p-acp po31 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
41 1 Divine strength. That he would grant according to the riches of his glory, that they might be strengthned with might by his Spirit, in the inner man, ver. 16. The spirit of man (the Apostle knew was weak, 1 Divine strength. That he would grant according to the riches of his glory, that they might be strengthened with might by his Spirit, in the inner man, ver. 16. The Spirit of man (the Apostle knew was weak, crd j-jn n1. cst pns31 vmd vvi vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt j n1, fw-la. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 (dt n1 vvd vbds j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
42 and so would faint, unless God did strengthen it; and so would faint, unless God did strengthen it; cc av vmd vvi, cs np1 vdd vvi pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
43 therefore he begs the Spirit of God (which is the power from on high ) for their strengthening in the inner man, that they might not faint in their outward man. Therefore he begs the Spirit of God (which is the power from on high) for their strengthening in the inner man, that they might not faint in their outward man. av pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 (r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp p-acp j) p-acp po32 vvg p-acp dt j n1, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp po32 j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
44 2 Christs inhabitation. That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith, saith he, v. 17. If any thing will keep up the heart from fainting, it is the indwelling of Christ with the soul. 2 Christ inhabitation. That christ may dwell in your hearts by faith, Says he, v. 17. If any thing will keep up the heart from fainting, it is the indwelling of christ with the soul. crd npg1 n1. cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n1, vvz pns31, n1 crd cs d n1 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg, pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
45 Christs presence creates comfort, and there is no such fence against fainting under any fears, as Christ in the soul. Christ presence creates Comfort, and there is no such fence against fainting under any fears, as christ in the soul. npg1 n1 vvz n1, cc pc-acp vbz dx d n1 p-acp vvg p-acp d n2, c-acp np1 p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
46 The inhabitation of Christ within, will support the soul from its faintings at tribulation for Christ without. The inhabitation of christ within, will support the soul from its faintings At tribulation for christ without. dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp, vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n2-vvg p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
47 3 The knowledge of Christs love ▪ That they might know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge, as it is in the text. 3 The knowledge of Christ love ▪ That they might know the love of christ which passes knowledge, as it is in the text. crd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 ▪ cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
48 Paul well knew the power of Christs love, and the efficacy thereof this way. Paul well knew the power of Christ love, and the efficacy thereof this Way. np1 av vvd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt n1 av d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
49 So that now you may gather up the Apostles Petitions into one Prayer, and you may conceive him pouring out his heart after this manner: So that now you may gather up the Apostles Petitions into one Prayer, and you may conceive him pouring out his heart After this manner: av cst av pn22 vmb vvi a-acp dt n2 n2 p-acp crd n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi pno31 vvg av po31 n1 p-acp d n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
50 Thou Father of our Lord Jesus, sith thou art the God of all comforts, and comfortest thine in all their tribulations, so that they faint not; Thou Father of our Lord jesus, sith thou art the God of all comforts, and comfortest thine in all their tribulations, so that they faint not; pns21 n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1, c-acp pns21 vb2r dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc vv2 po21 n1 d po32 n2, av cst pns32 vvb xx; (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
51 vouchsafe to grant according to the riches of thy grace, that the Ephesians may not faint at my tribulations. vouchsafe to grant according to the riches of thy grace, that the Ephesians may not faint At my tribulations. vvb pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, cst dt np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp po11 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
52 And to this end, strengthen them by thy Spirit of power in their inner man; fill them by the glorious presence of Christ dwelling in them; And to this end, strengthen them by thy Spirit of power in their inner man; fill them by the glorious presence of christ Dwelling in them; cc p-acp d n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 j n1; vvb pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
53 but above all, let them know the love of Jesus Christ which passeth knowledge. but above all, let them know the love of jesus christ which passes knowledge. cc-acp p-acp d, vvb pno32 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 r-crq vvz n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
54 Thus you see by the Context, the drift and scope of the Text. But before I speak any further to it, I must clear one thing, which happily may be an occasion of doubt, Thus you see by the Context, the drift and scope of the Text. But before I speak any further to it, I must clear one thing, which happily may be an occasion of doubt, av pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt np1 p-acp a-acp pns11 vvb d av-jc p-acp pn31, pns11 vmb vvi crd n1, r-crq av-j vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
55 and that is the seeming unreasonablenesse of this part of Pauls prayer: For may some say, what reason is there that Paul should pray for that, which he hints is impossible? Why should he pray that the Ephesians might know that, which he expresly saith was above knowledge? The love of Christ which passeth knowledge. and that is the seeming unreasonableness of this part of Paul's prayer: For may Some say, what reason is there that Paul should pray for that, which he hints is impossible? Why should he pray that the Ephesians might know that, which he expressly Says was above knowledge? The love of christ which passes knowledge. cc d vbz dt vvg n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f npg1 n1: c-acp vmb d vvi, r-crq n1 vbz pc-acp d np1 vmd vvi p-acp d, r-crq pns31 n2 vbz j? q-crq vmd pns31 vvi cst dt np1 vmd vvi d, r-crq pns31 av-j vvz vbds p-acp n1? dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
56 There bee three things which may satisfie this scruple, and demonstrate the reasonablenesse of this request. There be three things which may satisfy this scruple, and demonstrate the reasonableness of this request. pc-acp vbi crd n2 r-crq vmb vvi d n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
57 1 Admit the love of Christ be above knowledge, yet 'tis not unreasonable to desire to know it. 1 Admit the love of christ be above knowledge, yet it's not unreasonable to desire to know it. vvn vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb p-acp n1, av pn31|vbz xx j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
58 For look, as albeit the fulfilling of Divine precepts be above our power, yet notwithstanding it is to be in our endeavour. For look, as albeit the fulfilling of Divine Precepts be above our power, yet notwithstanding it is to be in our endeavour. p-acp n1, c-acp cs dt j-vvg pp-f j-jn n2 vbb p-acp po12 n1, av c-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi p-acp po12 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
59 In like manner, albeit the knowledge of Christ, of Christs love, though its above our intellectuals, In like manner, albeit the knowledge of christ, of Christ love, though its above our intellectuals, p-acp j n1, cs dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f npg1 n1, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp po12 n2-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
60 yet it may bee in our desires, The same infiniteness, which Grace puts in the Will, making it endeavour to fulfill that, which it cannot; yet it may be in our Desires, The same infiniteness, which Grace puts in the Will, making it endeavour to fulfil that, which it cannot; av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp po12 n2, dt d n1, r-crq n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvg pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi d, r-crq pn31 vmbx; (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 10
61 nay, yea and doth also put on the desire for the obtaining of that which cannot be obtained. But, nay, yea and does also put on the desire for the obtaining of that which cannot be obtained. But, uh-x, uh cc vdz av vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d r-crq vmbx vbi vvn. p-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 10
62 2 To know the love of Christ may be said to be above knowledge with reference to men, as men; not unto Saints, as such. 2 To know the love of christ may be said to be above knowledge with Referente to men, as men; not unto Saints, as such. crd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2, c-acp n2; xx p-acp n2, c-acp d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
63 Indeed the spirit of man is not able to know, or search into the love of Christ (that is above its knowledge:) But the Spirit of Christ is able both to search into, and to reveal his love. Indeed the Spirit of man is not able to know, or search into the love of christ (that is above its knowledge:) But the Spirit of christ is able both to search into, and to reveal his love. np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (cst vbz p-acp po31 n1:) cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
64 And though Christians as men, cannot attain to the knowledge of the love of Christ, by the light of reason, yet as Saints by the light of faith they may; And though Christians as men, cannot attain to the knowledge of the love of christ, by the Light of reason, yet as Saints by the Light of faith they may; cc cs np1 p-acp n2, vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vmb; (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
65 especially the Holy Ghost (in the mean time) shedding it abroad in their hearts, as it is, Rom. 5.5. 3 The love of Christ may be said to be above knowledge, in regard of its perfection of degrees, not simply inregard of its parts. especially the Holy Ghost (in the mean time) shedding it abroad in their hearts, as it is, Rom. 5.5. 3 The love of christ may be said to be above knowledge, in regard of its perfection of Degrees, not simply In regard of its parts. av-j dt j n1 (p-acp dt j n1) vvg pn31 av p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pn31 vbz, np1 crd. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 pp-f n2, xx av-j n1 pp-f po31 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
66 'Tis true, the perfect knowledge of Christs love passeth the understanding of men, and Angels (which is its glory:) But yet in some measure it may be known (the which is our duty.) For that which cannot bee known perfectly (in the highest degree) may yet be known partially, (and in some measure.) It's true, the perfect knowledge of Christ love passes the understanding of men, and Angels (which is its glory:) But yet in Some measure it may be known (the which is our duty.) For that which cannot be known perfectly (in the highest degree) may yet be known partially, (and in Some measure.) pn31|vbz j, dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n2 (r-crq vbz po31 n1:) cc-acp av p-acp d n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn (dt r-crq vbz po12 n1.) p-acp d r-crq vmbx vbi vvn av-j (p-acp dt js n1) vmb av vbi vvn av-j, (cc p-acp d n1.) (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 11
67 Thus the Text may bee cleared from the doubt propounded. Thus the Text may be cleared from the doubt propounded. av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 11
68 Now there are four ways in which I shall look upon this Scripture, and so speak unto it. 1 As it includes the truth and reality of Christs love to the Saints. Now there Are four ways in which I shall look upon this Scripture, and so speak unto it. 1 As it includes the truth and reality of Christ love to the Saints. av a-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cc av vvb p-acp pn31. crd p-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 11
69 2 As it concludes the height, and royalty, or transcendency of that love. 2 As it concludes the height, and royalty, or transcendency of that love. crd c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 11
70 3 As it holds out the Apostles desire, that the Ephesians might know both. 4 As it contains the ground of keeping up the Ephesians hearts from fainting at Pauls tribulations; which is the drift and scope that Paul drives, or aimes at in them. 3 As it holds out the Apostles desire, that the Ephesians might know both. 4 As it contains the ground of keeping up the Ephesians hearts from fainting At Paul's tribulations; which is the drift and scope that Paul drives, or aims At in them. crd c-acp pn31 vvz av dt n2 vvb, cst dt np1 vmd vvi d. crd c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f vvg a-acp dt np1 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp npg1 n2; r-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 cst np1 vvz, cc vvz p-acp p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 11
71 And thus there will be four Doctrines which I shall take up, and speak unto from these words. I. There is love in Christs bosome towards all beleevers. And thus there will be four Doctrines which I shall take up, and speak unto from these words. I. There is love in Christ bosom towards all believers. cc av pc-acp vmb vbi crd n2 r-crq pns11 vmb vvi a-acp, cc vvi p-acp p-acp d n2. np1 pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 12
72 II. That love which Christ beareth to beleevers, is a transcendent love. III. It is a thing of necessary concernment for every Christian to know the transcendent love of Christ. II That love which christ bears to believers, is a transcendent love. III. It is a thing of necessary concernment for every Christian to know the transcendent love of christ. crd cst vvb r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n2, vbz dt j n1. np1. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp d njp p-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 12
73 IV. The Spiritual knowledge of the transcendent love of Christ towards Beleevers, is of special efficacy to keep up ther hearts from fainting under any trouble. IV. The Spiritual knowledge of the transcendent love of christ towards Believers, is of special efficacy to keep up their hearts from fainting under any trouble. np1 dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, vbz pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 12
74 I begin with the first, which however it might more fully be gathered from another Text, I begin with the First, which however it might more Fully be gathered from Another Text, pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord, r-crq c-acp pn31 vmd av-dc av-j vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 12
75 yet because it will be a good foundation for the following Discourse, and is clear enough in this place, I shall briefly speak unto it now, viz. yet Because it will be a good Foundation for the following Discourse, and is clear enough in this place, I shall briefly speak unto it now, viz. av c-acp pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cc vbz j av-d p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn31 av, n1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 12
76 There is love in Christs bosome towards all Beleevers. I suppose it is clearly (couched at least) in these words; There is love in Christ bosom towards all Believers. I suppose it is clearly (couched At least) in these words; pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp d n2. pns11 vvb pn31 vbz av-j (vvd p-acp ds) p-acp d n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 12
77 Science supposes ens; Paul would not doubtlesse pray that the Ephesians might know that which was not; Science supposes ens; Paul would not doubtless pray that the Ephesians might know that which was not; n1 vvz fw-la; np1 vmd xx av-j vvi cst dt np1 vmd vvi cst r-crq vbds xx; (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
78 things must be, ere they can be known. Nothing falls under the understanding, till it first bee in being. things must be, ere they can be known. Nothing falls under the understanding, till it First bee in being. n2 vmb vbi, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn. np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 ord n1 p-acp vbg. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
79 I shall briefly open the Point, and then prove it, and apply it. I shall briefly open the Point, and then prove it, and apply it. pns11 vmb av-j vvi dt n1, cc av vvb pn31, cc vvi pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 13
80 How love may be said to be in Christ (as any other affection) I shall not need to inquire; How love may be said to be in christ (as any other affection) I shall not need to inquire; q-crq n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 (c-acp d j-jn n1) pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 13
81 though happily love may bee said to be in Christ as God (for as hee is man there is no doubt of it) in far more proper sense, though happily love may be said to be in christ as God (for as he is man there is no doubt of it) in Far more proper sense, cs av-j n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 p-acp np1 (c-acp c-acp pns31 vbz n1 pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f pn31) p-acp av-j av-dc j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 13
82 then any other passion may, because it is (as it were) his essence, God being (as John saith) love, 1 Joh. 4.16. What the love of Christ is, I shall not curiously define. then any other passion may, Because it is (as it were) his essence, God being (as John Says) love, 1 John 4.16. What the love of christ is, I shall not curiously define. cs d j-jn n1 vmb, c-acp pn31 vbz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) po31 n1, np1 vbg (c-acp np1 vvz) n1, vvn np1 crd. r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz, pns11 vmb xx av-j vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 13
83 The Moral'sts have so many definitions of love, that indeed it is hard among them (as the Proverb) is, to finde this wood for trees, i. e. The Moral'sts have so many definitions of love, that indeed it is hard among them (as the Proverb) is, to find this wood for trees, i. e. dt vv2 vhb av d n2 pp-f n1, cst av pn31 vbz j p-acp pno32 (c-acp dt n1) vbz, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n2, sy. sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
84 to know what love is, among their various definitions therof. to know what love is, among their various definitions thereof. pc-acp vvi r-crq vvb vbz, p-acp po32 j n2 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
85 Passing by therefore their nicities, I shall content my self with this plain description of love. Passing by Therefore their niceties, I shall content my self with this plain description of love. vvg p-acp av po32 n2, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
86 It is the commanding affection of the Soul, Love described. It is the commanding affection of the Soul, Love described. pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 14
87 consisting in the expansion or going out of the heart, towards a person or thing, in wishings and workings for its good. consisting in the expansion or going out of the heart, towards a person or thing, in wishings and workings for its good. vvg p-acp dt n1 cc vvg av pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp n2-vvg cc n2 p-acp po31 j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 14
88 I call it an affection, and the commanding one: it being indeed on all hands assented unto. I call it an affection, and the commanding one: it being indeed on all hands assented unto. pns11 vvb pn31 dt n1, cc dt vvg pi: pn31 vbg av p-acp d n2 vvd p-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 14
89 Love is Queen regent in the Soul, and it sits upon the Throne commanding all. Love is Queen regent in the Soul, and it sits upon the Throne commanding all. n1 vbz n1 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 vvg d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 14
90 It is the Centurion in the bosome, and hath the same power over all the affections, which the Centurion hath over all his servants. It is the Centurion in the bosom, and hath the same power over all the affections, which the Centurion hath over all his Servants. pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vhz dt d n1 p-acp d dt n2, r-crq dt n1 vhz p-acp d po31 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 14
91 I say, it consists in the expansion or stretching out of the heart. Look, as hatred contracts and gathers in, so love opens and dilates the heart. I say, it consists in the expansion or stretching out of the heart. Look, as hatred contracts and gathers in, so love Opens and dilates the heart. pns11 vvb, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc vvg av pp-f dt n1. vvb, c-acp n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp, av n1 vvz cc vvz dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 14
92 I adde, that it consists (in the general) in wishings and workings for good. I add, that it consists (in the general) in wishings and workings for good. pns11 vvb, cst pn31 vvz (p-acp dt n1) p-acp n2-vvg cc n2 p-acp j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 14
93 I do not specifie the end, for that describes, and denominates the particular kinds of love; I do not specify the end, for that describes, and denominates the particular Kinds of love; pns11 vdb xx vvi dt n1, c-acp cst vvz, cc vvz dt j n2 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 14
94 therefore only in the general, I say, it consists in the going out of the heart, in wishing and working for the good of the person, or thing loved. Therefore only in the general, I say, it consists in the going out of the heart, in wishing and working for the good of the person, or thing loved. av av-j p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb, pn31 vvz p-acp dt vvg av pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, cc n1 vvd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
95 So that now, when I say that there is love in Christs bosome towards all beleevers, I mean, that the commanding affections of Jesus Christ is set upon them; So that now, when I say that there is love in Christ bosom towards all believers, I mean, that the commanding affections of jesus christ is Set upon them; av cst av, c-crq pns11 vvb cst pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp d n2, pns11 vvb, cst dt j-vvg n2 pp-f np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
96 that his heart is open, and stretched out unto them; and that the wishings and workings of his Soul are towards them for good. that his heart is open, and stretched out unto them; and that the wishings and workings of his Soul Are towards them for good. cst po31 n1 vbz j, cc vvd av p-acp pno32; cc cst dt n2-vvg cc n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbr p-acp pno32 p-acp j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
97 By Beleevers, in a word, I understand all those who close with Christ as tendred in the Gospel. By Believers, in a word, I understand all those who close with christ as tendered in the Gospel. p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb d d r-crq av-j p-acp np1 c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 15
98 However there be difference between them in the degrees of their faith, & the ways of their light, yet all agreeing in this, that they see themselves lost without Christ, However there be difference between them in the Degrees of their faith, & the ways of their Light, yet all agreeing in this, that they see themselves lost without christ, c-acp pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, av d vvg p-acp d, cst pns32 vvb px32 vvn p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 15
99 and that God the Father doth freely tender him in the word of grace; and that God the Father does freely tender him in the word of grace; cc cst np1 dt n1 vdz av-j vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 15
100 they do thereupon go our in the strength and sincerity of their souls, to imbrace him as hee is tendred: they do thereupon go our in the strength and sincerity of their Souls, to embrace him as he is tendered: pns32 vdb av vvi po12 n1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, pc-acp vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 15
101 They are beleevers all of them; They Are believers all of them; pns32 vbr n2 d pp-f pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 15
102 and in this thing Christ puts no difference (as it is Act. 15.9.) between them, and in this thing christ puts no difference (as it is Act. 15.9.) between them, cc p-acp d n1 np1 vvz dx n1 (c-acp pn31 vbz n1 crd.) p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 15
103 but burns in his bosome with real love towards them all. but burns in his bosom with real love towards them all. cc-acp vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp pno32 d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 15
104 For proof, I should but darke• the point, if I should bring all that cloud of witnesses, which would gladly come and set seal to this sweet truth. For proof, I should but darke• the point, if I should bring all that cloud of Witnesses, which would gladly come and Set seal to this sweet truth. p-acp n1, pns11 vmd p-acp n1 dt n1, cs pns11 vmd vvi d cst n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vmd av-j vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp d j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
105 Ask John, and he will witness that Christ loved him. He was indeed a bosome-beloved Beleever; and of him it is often said, he was the Disciple whom Jesus loved: Ask John, and he will witness that christ loved him. He was indeed a bosome-beloved Believer; and of him it is often said, he was the Disciple whom jesus loved: vvb np1, cc pns31 vmb vvi cst np1 vvd pno31. pns31 vbds av dt j n1; cc pp-f pno31 pn31 vbz av vvn, pns31 vbds dt n1 ro-crq np1 vvd: (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
106 yea and John will witness for more than himself, He saith Jesus loved him, and all Beleevers besides him: yea and John will witness for more than himself, He Says jesus loved him, and all Believers beside him: uh cc np1 vmb vvi p-acp dc cs px31, pns31 vvz np1 vvd pno31, cc d n2 p-acp pno31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
107 For speaking to them he saith, He (i. e. Christ) hath loved us, Apoc. 1.5. Call in Paul, and he will prove that Christ loveth Beleevers; For speaking to them he Says, He (i. e. christ) hath loved us, Apocalypse 1.5. Call in Paul, and he will prove that christ loves Believers; c-acp vvg p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz, pns31 (uh. sy. np1) vhz vvn pno12, np1 crd. n1 p-acp np1, cc pns31 vmb vvi cst np1 vvz n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
108 for Christ loved him; and such was the love that Christ bare to Paul, that he professeth that he could, nay, did live upon it. for christ loved him; and such was the love that christ bore to Paul, that he Professes that he could, nay, did live upon it. p-acp np1 vvd pno31; cc d vbds dt n1 cst np1 vvd p-acp np1, cst pns31 vvz cst pns31 vmd, uh, vdd vvi p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
109 I live (saith he) by the Son of God who loveth me, Gal. 2.20. I live (Says he) by the Son of God who loves me, Gal. 2.20. pns11 vvb (vvz pns31) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz pno11, np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
110 Nay Paul further bears record to this truth, and witnesseth, that Christs love stretcheth forth it self to every beleeving Soul, We are (saith he) more than conquerers, through him that loveth us, Rom. 8.37. I shal adde no more testimonies to prove this truth. Nay Paul further bears record to this truth, and Witnesseth, that Christ love Stretcheth forth it self to every believing Soul, We Are (Says he) more than conquerors, through him that loves us, Rom. 8.37. I shall add no more testimonies to prove this truth. uh-x np1 jc vvz n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvz, cst npg1 n1 vvz av pn31 n1 p-acp d j-vvg n1, pns12 vbr (vvz pns31) av-dc cs n2, p-acp pno31 cst vvz pno12, np1 crd. pns11 vmb vvi dx n1 n2 pc-acp vvi d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
111 Even the least Beleever, though but a babe, is able to lisp in the language of this love, Even the least Believer, though but a babe, is able to lisp in the language of this love, np1 dt ds n1, cs p-acp dt n1, vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 17
112 and tell you, that there is a divine fire of love in Christs bosome, burning brightly towards Beleevers. and tell you, that there is a divine fire of love in Christ bosom, burning brightly towards Believers. cc vvb pn22, cst pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 n1, vvg av-j p-acp n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 17
113 I shall hint three Demonstrations of the Doctrin taken from the behaviour of Christ towards Beleevers, which will evidently clear cordial love unto them. I shall hint three Demonstrations of the Doctrine taken from the behaviour of christ towards Believers, which will evidently clear cordial love unto them. pns11 vmb n1 crd n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, r-crq vmb av-j vvi j n1 p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 17
114 1 Christs eye is always on Beleevers; and he takes delight to look there where they are. 1 Christ eye is always on Believers; and he Takes delight to look there where they Are. crd npg1 n1 vbz av p-acp n2; cc pns31 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp c-crq pns32 vbr. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 17
115 The eye is the Index of love. The eye is the Index of love. dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 17
116 It is a sweet starre alway shining over the hearts and houses of those whom we love. It is a sweet star always shining over the hearts and houses of those whom we love. pn31 vbz dt j n1 av vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d ro-crq pns12 vvb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 17
117 The Proverb tells us, where we love, there we look. The Proverb tells us, where we love, there we look. dt n1 vvz pno12, c-crq pns12 vvb, a-acp pns12 vvb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 17
118 Now it is easie to observe the rowlings of Christs eyes: how that still they are towards Beleevers. Now it is easy to observe the rollings of Christ eyes: how that still they Are towards Believers. av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n2-vvg pp-f npg1 n2: q-crq d av pns32 vbr p-acp n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 17
119 Wil you listen to Christs love in its language this way? Let me sethy countenance (saith he to the Beleever) for it is lovely, Cant. 2.14. Wil you listen to Christ love in its language this Way? Let me sethy countenance (Says he to the Believer) for it is lovely, Cant 2.14. np1 pn22 vvb p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1 d n1? vvb pno11 j n1 (vvz pns31 p-acp dt n1) p-acp pn31 vbz j, np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 17
120 Such is the pleasure that Christ takes in beholding of beleevers, that he seems to live upon their looks, Such is the pleasure that christ Takes in beholding of believers, that he seems to live upon their looks, d vbz dt n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp vvg pp-f n2, cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
121 and speaks as if hee were ravished with their sight. and speaks as if he were ravished with their sighed. cc vvz c-acp cs pns31 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
122 Thou hast ravished my heart, my Sister, my Spouse, thou hast ravished my heart with one of thine eyes, Cant. 4.9. He speaks once and again (as if he did suck sweetness from the speech) thou hast ravished my heart with thy sight. Thou hast ravished my heart, my Sister, my Spouse, thou hast ravished my heart with one of thine eyes, Cant 4.9. He speaks once and again (as if he did suck sweetness from the speech) thou hast ravished my heart with thy sighed. pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n1, po11 n1, po11 n1, pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n1 p-acp crd pp-f po21 n2, np1 crd. pns31 vvz a-acp cc av (c-acp cs pns31 vdd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1) pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n1 p-acp po21 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
123 How can we question Christs love to beleevers, when his eyes are thus fixed on them, that their sight doth ravish his soul? Build upon it O beleeving soul! How can we question Christ love to believers, when his eyes Are thus fixed on them, that their sighed does ravish his soul? Built upon it Oh believing soul! q-crq vmb pns12 vvi npg1 n1 p-acp n2, c-crq po31 n2 vbr av vvn p-acp pno32, cst po32 n1 vdz vvi po31 n1? vvb p-acp pn31 uh j-vvg n1! (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
124 Christs delight in looking on thee doth demonstrate his love to thee. He peeps through the Lattesses, to declare his love, Cant. 2.9. Christ delight in looking on thee does demonstrate his love to thee. He peeps through the Lattesses, to declare his love, Cant 2.9. npg1 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp pno21 vdz vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno21. pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
125 Nay, as if he were over-powred (as indeed such an effect doth a look of love produce) while he beholds beleevers, he saith, Turn away thine eyes from me, Nay, as if he were overpowered (as indeed such an Effect does a look of love produce) while he beholds believers, he Says, Turn away thine eyes from me, uh-x, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr j (c-acp av d dt n1 vdz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi) cs pns31 vvz n2, pns31 vvz, vvb av po21 n2 p-acp pno11, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
126 for they have overcome me, Cant. 6.5. The word is, NONLATINALPHABET, and it signifies, have made me proud, or as our Margent hath it, have puft me up, Christ seems to pride himself in the looks of beleevers; for they have overcome me, Cant 6.5. The word is,, and it signifies, have made me proud, or as our Margin hath it, have puffed me up, christ seems to pride himself in the looks of believers; c-acp pns32 vhb vvn pno11, np1 crd. dt n1 vbz,, cc pn31 vvz, vhb vvn pno11 j, cc p-acp po12 n1 vhz pn31, vhb vvn pno11 a-acp, np1 vvz p-acp n1 px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
127 his eye is on them, and his heart is taken up, if their eye be on him. his eye is on them, and his heart is taken up, if their eye be on him. po31 n1 vbz p-acp pno32, cc po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp, cs po32 n1 vbb p-acp pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 19
128 2 Christs tongue speaks his love to beleevers. The tongue is loves trumpet; the breathings of the Heart fill the Lips with sounds of love: 2 Christ tongue speaks his love to believers. The tongue is loves trumpet; the breathings of the Heart fill the Lips with sounds of love: crd npg1 n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n2. dt n1 vbz ng1 n1; dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 vvb dt n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
129 Love that is secret in the bosome, sounds sweetly in the breath. Speech as a Silver trumpet loudly sounds love. Love that is secret in the bosom, sounds sweetly in the breath. Speech as a Silver trumpet loudly sounds love. vvb cst vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1, vvz av-j p-acp dt n1. n1 p-acp dt n1 n1 av-j vvz n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
130 It is said of Shechem the Son of Hamor, that his Soul clave unto Dinah the daughter of Jacob, and the Text saith, he loved her, and his tongue spake it; It is said of Shechem the Son of Hamor, that his Soul clave unto Dinah the daughter of Jacob, and the Text Says, he loved her, and his tongue spoke it; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, cst po31 n1 vvd p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvd pno31, cc po31 n1 vvd pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
131 for it is added, that he spake kindly to the Damosell, Gen. 34.31. Beleevers, Christs tongue bewrays him; for it is added, that he spoke kindly to the Damosel, Gen. 34.31. Believers, Christ tongue bewrays him; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, cst pns31 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. n2, npg1 n1 vvz pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
132 his lips speak his love to you; Oh how oft hath Christ spoke sweetly to thy Soul? O beleever! his lips speak his love to you; O how oft hath christ spoke sweetly to thy Soul? O believer! po31 n2 vvi po31 n1 p-acp pn22; uh c-crq av vhz np1 vvd av-j p-acp po21 n1? sy n1! (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
133 Canst not thou gather by his speaking to thy heart (for that is the Hebrew phrase for speaking kindly) the love of his heart? How near thy heart, O foul! Canst not thou gather by his speaking to thy heart (for that is the Hebrew phrase for speaking kindly) the love of his heart? How near thy heart, Oh foul! vm2 xx pns21 vvi p-acp po31 vvg p-acp po21 n1 (c-acp d vbz dt njp n1 p-acp vvg av-j) dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? c-crq av-j po21 n1, uh j! (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
134 do those words of thy Saviour go? If any thirst, let him come and drink freely. do those words of thy Saviour go? If any thirst, let him come and drink freely. uh d n2 pp-f po21 n1 vvi? cs d n1, vvb pno31 vvi cc vvi av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 20
135 Doth not his heart open as a fountain of love in this speech? And speaks hee not to thy heart, i. e. very kindly, Does not his heart open as a fountain of love in this speech? And speaks he not to thy heart, i. e. very kindly, vdz xx po31 n1 j c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1? np1 vvz pns31 xx p-acp po21 n1, sy. sy. av av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 20
136 when he saith, If thou do but thirst, come and drink? Ask the poor Woman that had the bloudy issue, Mark 5. whether or no Christ did not speak to her in the language of love, when he Says, If thou do but thirst, come and drink? Ask the poor Woman that had the bloody issue, Mark 5. whither or not christ did not speak to her in the language of love, c-crq pns31 vvz, cs pns21 vdb p-acp n1, vvb cc vvi? vvb dt j n1 cst vhd dt j n1, vvb crd cs cc xx np1 vdd xx vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 20
137 when he said, Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole? Poor heart, she had touched him as she thought at unawares; when he said, Daughter, thy faith hath made thee Whole? Poor heart, she had touched him as she Thought At unawares; c-crq pns31 vvd, n1, po21 n1 vhz vvn pno21 j-jn? j n1, pns31 vhd vvn pno31 c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp av-j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 20
138 and when she heard him speak of it, she trembles, as if she expected words of wrath: and when she herd him speak of it, she trembles, as if she expected words of wrath: cc c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 vvi pp-f pn31, pns31 vvz, c-acp cs pns31 vvd n2 pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 20
139 But while she touched his garment secretly, love touched his heart sweetly, and his tongue bespeaks it, But while she touched his garment secretly, love touched his heart sweetly, and his tongue bespeaks it, cc-acp cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 av-jn, n1 vvd po31 n1 av-j, cc po31 n1 vvz pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 20
140 when he called her Daughter. And as Christs tongue trumpets out love, when he speaketh to, when he called her Daughter. And as Christ tongue trumpets out love, when he speaks to, c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1. cc p-acp npg1 n1 n2 av vvb, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 20
141 so when he speaketh of beleevers. O the high Epithites, (i. e. so when he speaks of believers. O the high Epithets, (i. e. av c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f n2. sy dt j n2, (uh. sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 20
142 that which he addes to beleevers names, when he speaketh of their persons!) how rhetorical, how encomiastical is the language of his love! that which he adds to believers names, when he speaks of their Persons!) how rhetorical, how encomiastical is the language of his love! d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n2 n2, c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f po32 n2!) c-crq j, c-crq j vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1! (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 20
143 when he speaks of his Spouse, Thou art faire, (saith he) thou art fair, thou hast Doves eyes; when he speaks of his Spouse, Thou art fair, (Says he) thou art fair, thou hast Dove eyes; c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f po31 n1, pns21 vb2r j, (vvz pns31) pns21 vb2r j, pns21 vh2 n2 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
144 thy hair is as a flock of Goats, thy teeth are like a flock of Sheep; thy hair is as a flock of Goats, thy teeth Are like a flock of Sheep; po21 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, po21 n2 vbr av-j dt n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
145 thy lips are like a thread of scarlet, thy neck like the tower of David, &c. Cant. 4.1, 2, 3, 4. As beleevers declare their love to Christ by speaking highly of him; thy lips Are like a thread of scarlet, thy neck like the tower of David, etc. Cant 4.1, 2, 3, 4. As believers declare their love to christ by speaking highly of him; po21 n2 vbr av-j dt n1 pp-f n-jn, po21 n1 av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, av np1 crd, crd, crd, crd p-acp n2 vvb po32 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp vvg av-j pp-f pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
146 so Christ declares his love to beleevers by speaking highly of them. so christ declares his love to believers by speaking highly of them. av np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp vvg av-j pp-f pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
147 If beleevers call him the Lilly of the vallies, he calls them the Lilly among the thorns. Christs love will not permit him to speak of them in low language. If believers call him the Lily of the valleys, he calls them the Lily among the thorns. Christ love will not permit him to speak of them in low language. cs n2 vvb pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pns31 vvz pno32 dt n1 p-acp dt n2. npg1 n1 vmb xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32 p-acp j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
148 Thus the lips of your Lord, O beleevers! are a demonstration of his love to you. Thus the lips of your Lord, Oh believers! Are a demonstration of his love to you. av dt n2 pp-f po22 n1, uh n2! vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pn22. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
149 3 Christs actions seal to the truth, and strengthen the demonstration of the Doctrin. 3 Christ actions seal to the truth, and strengthen the demonstration of the Doctrine. crd npg1 n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 21
150 If there were nothing but the eye or the tongue, it might bee feared, lest the love expressed by them, were but either feigned or fond: But actions following these, seal it up, that the love is not complemental, but cordial. If love be only in the lip, it is without life, and it may be suspected as counterfeit: If there were nothing but the eye or the tongue, it might be feared, lest the love expressed by them, were but either feigned or found: But actions following these, seal it up, that the love is not complemental, but cordial. If love be only in the lip, it is without life, and it may be suspected as counterfeit: cs a-acp vbdr pix cc-acp dt vvb cc dt n1, pn31 vmd vbi vvn, cs dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32, vbdr p-acp d vvd cc j: cc-acp n2 vvg d, vvb pn31 a-acp, cst dt n1 vbz xx j, p-acp j. cs n1 vbb j p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz p-acp n1, cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n-jn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 22
151 But when men not only speak, but act love, then love lives, and is love indeed. But when men not only speak, but act love, then love lives, and is love indeed. cc-acp c-crq n2 xx av-j vvi, p-acp n1 n1, cs n1 vvz, cc vbz n1 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 22
152 Indeed, where love is in truth, it will bee seen in act; Indeed, where love is in truth, it will be seen in act; av, c-crq n1 vbz p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 22
153 every action being only Loves Lackey to go of its errands, and Loves servant to do its work. every actium being only Loves Lackey to go of its errands, and Loves servant to do its work. d n1 vbg av-j vvz n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f po31 n2, cc vvz n1 pc-acp vdi po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 22
154 Now should we take a view of the actions of Jesus Christ, we shall see that they strive to excel and exceed his words in the declaration of his love to beleevers. Now should we take a view of the actions of jesus christ, we shall see that they strive to excel and exceed his words in the declaration of his love to believers. av vmd pns12 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, pns12 vmb vvi cst pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 22
155 I shall only hint at some, as intending the larger Discourse of them in the next Doctrin. I shall only hint At Some, as intending the larger Discourse of them in the next Doctrine. pns11 vmb av-j n1 p-acp d, c-acp vvg dt jc n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt ord n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 22
156 1 Consider Jesus Christ manifesting himself, and his secrets, to beleeving souls: and this will demonstrate the truth of his love. 1 Consider jesus christ manifesting himself, and his secrets, to believing Souls: and this will demonstrate the truth of his love. vvd vvi np1 np1 vvg px31, cc po31 n2-jn, p-acp j-vvg n2: cc d vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 22
157 Dalilah questions the truth of Sampsons love, from the concealment of his secrets from her, How canst thou say, I love thee, Delilah questions the truth of Sampsons love, from the concealment of his secrets from her, How Canst thou say, I love thee, np1 n2 dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2-jn p-acp pno31, c-crq vm2 pns21 vvi, pns11 vvb pno21, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 22
158 when thy heart is not with me, saith she, Judg. 16.15. when thy heart is not with me, Says she, Judges 16.15. c-crq po21 n1 vbz xx p-acp pno11, vvz pns31, np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 22
159 Thus she seems to argue, Where there is love in truth, there will be a communication of secrets: Thus she seems to argue, Where there is love in truth, there will be a communication of secrets: av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n2-jn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 22
160 But this I finde not in thee; therefore I question whether thou indeed dost love me. But this I find not in thee; Therefore I question whither thou indeed dost love me. cc-acp d pns11 vvb xx p-acp pno21; av pns11 vvb cs pns21 av vd2 vvi pno11. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 23
161 How ever Dalilah did, or might argue thus against her Sampson, Beleevers cannot argue so against their Saviours love. How ever Delilah did, or might argue thus against her Sampson, Believers cannot argue so against their Saviors love. uh-crq av np1 vdd, cc vmd vvi av p-acp po31 np1, n2 vmbx vvi av p-acp po32 ng1 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 23
162 The Lord Jesus unbosometh himself to Beleevers, the secrets of his heart are with them. The Lord jesus unbosometh himself to Believers, the secrets of his heart Are with them. dt n1 np1 vvz px31 p-acp n2, dt n2-jn pp-f po31 n1 vbr p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 23
163 Christ tells his Disciples that hee would manifest himself unto them, Joh. 14. The men of the world are strangers to Christs affections, christ tells his Disciples that he would manifest himself unto them, John 14. The men of the world Are Strangers to Christ affections, np1 vvz po31 n2 cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp pno32, np1 crd dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr n2 p-acp npg1 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 23
164 and therefore they are so to his secrets. and Therefore they Are so to his secrets. cc av pns32 vbr av p-acp po31 n2-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 23
165 Carnal people do not know the minde of the Lord, because hee doth not love them: Carnal people do not know the mind of the Lord, Because he does not love them: j n1 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 23
166 But we (saith Paul ) that is, we who are beloved by Christ, we have the minde of Christ, 1 Corint. 2.16. Look as the Father loveth the Son, and declares it by this, that he sheweth him all things which himself doth, Joh. 5.10. In like manner, the Son loveth beleevers, and actually demonstrates it by this, that he declares all things ( i. e. all these secrets which were needful for them to know) that he heard of the Father, Joh. 15.15. The secrets of Christs Cabinet-councel are with those whom hee loves. But we (Says Paul) that is, we who Are Beloved by christ, we have the mind of christ, 1 Corinth. 2.16. Look as the Father loves the Son, and declares it by this, that he shows him all things which himself does, John 5.10. In like manner, the Son loves believers, and actually demonstrates it by this, that he declares all things (i. e. all these secrets which were needful for them to know) that he herd of the Father, John 15.15. The secrets of Christ Cabinet council Are with those whom he loves. cc-acp pns12 (vvz np1) cst vbz, pns12 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp np1, pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1. crd. n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp d, cst pns31 vvz pno31 d n2 r-crq px31 vdz, np1 crd. p-acp j n1, dt n1 vvz n2, cc av-j vvz pn31 p-acp d, cst pns31 vvz d n2 (pns11. sy. d d n2-jn r-crq vbdr j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi) cst pns31 vvd pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. dt n2-jn pp-f npg1 n1 vbr p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 23
167 2 Christ often takes Beleevers to his house, and feasts them. Thus wee deal with our friends, and thus we declare to them our loves; 2 christ often Takes Believers to his house, and feasts them. Thus we deal with our Friends, and thus we declare to them our loves; crd np1 av vvz n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz pno32. av pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2, cc av pns12 vvb p-acp pno32 po12 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 24
168 Christ deals so with his, The King hath brought me into his Chamber, Cant. 1.4. Nay he hath brought me into his banqueting house, Cant. 2.4. christ deals so with his, The King hath brought me into his Chamber, Cant 1.4. Nay he hath brought me into his banqueting house, Cant 2.4. np1 vvz av p-acp png31, dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. uh-x pns31 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp po31 vvg n1, np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 24
169 When David would declare his love to Barzillai, he said, Come thou over with me, and I will feed thee with me at Jerusalem, 2 Sam. 19.23. When David would declare his love to Barzillai, he said, Come thou over with me, and I will feed thee with me At Jerusalem, 2 Sam. 19.23. c-crq np1 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvd, vvb pns21 a-acp p-acp pno11, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp pno11 p-acp np1, crd np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 24
170 thus Christ often speaks, and declares his love to beleevers, Come thou to me, poor soul, thus christ often speaks, and declares his love to believers, Come thou to me, poor soul, av np1 av vvz, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp n2, vvb pns21 p-acp pno11, j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 24
171 and I will feed thee with me in Jerusalem. Nay, Christ declares his love, not only by inviting and bringing beleevers to his house, and I will feed thee with me in Jerusalem. Nay, christ declares his love, not only by inviting and bringing believers to his house, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp pno11 p-acp np1. uh, np1 vvz po31 n1, xx av-j p-acp vvg cc vvg n2 p-acp po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 24
172 but also by coming to theirs; but also by coming to theirs; cc-acp av p-acp vvg pc-acp png32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 24
173 He doth stand at their door, and knock, and if they will but open, he will enter, Apoc. 3.6. if they love him so much as to let him in, hee will come and declare his love by dwelling with them, Joh. 14.23. And he will feast with them in their house, i. e. their hearts. He does stand At their door, and knock, and if they will but open, he will enter, Apocalypse 3.6. if they love him so much as to let him in, he will come and declare his love by Dwelling with them, John 14.23. And he will feast with them in their house, i. e. their hearts. pns31 vdz vvi p-acp po32 n1, cc vvi, cc cs pns32 vmb cc-acp vvi, pns31 vmb vvi, np1 crd. cs pns32 vvb pno31 av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp pno32, np1 crd. cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1, sy. sy. po32 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 24
174 And because he will declare hee comes to shew love, he will make the feast at his own cost. And Because he will declare he comes to show love, he will make the feast At his own cost. cc c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 25
175 He hath gathered his myrrhe with his spice, for this purpose, as it is Cant. 5.1. 3 Christ unites himself to beleevers, and in that demonstrates that hee loveth them. Affection begets union. He hath gathered his myrrh with his spice, for this purpose, as it is Cant 5.1. 3 christ unites himself to believers, and in that demonstrates that he loves them. Affection begets Union. pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31 vbz np1 crd. crd np1 vvz px31 p-acp n2, cc p-acp cst vvz cst pns31 vvz pno32. n1 vvz n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 25
176 Austin (long ago) defined Love to be the juncture of two in one. Amor est junctura duo copulans; Austin (long ago) defined Love to be the juncture of two in one. Amor est junctura duo copulans; np1 (av-j av) vvd n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f crd p-acp crd. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 25
177 Love it makes one of two. Love it makes one of two. vvb pn31 vvz crd pp-f crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 25
178 It is said of Jonathan and David, that their souls were knit together, 1 Sam. 18.1. It is said of Johnathan and David, that their Souls were knit together, 1 Sam. 18.1. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 cc np1, cst po32 n2 vbdr vvn av, vvn np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 25
179 Christ and beleevers are knit together, & it is Christs love which makes the knot. Its a more than moral union which is between Christ and beleevers, they are not only his friends, and brethren, but his Spouses, and Members. If he bee a Head, they shall be the body; and if he be a Vine, they are the branches: Nay the union between Christ and Beleevers, is nearer than that of the vine and branches; of no branch can it bee said (properly) that it is in the vine, and the vine in it: christ and believers Are knit together, & it is Christ love which makes the knot. Its a more than moral Union which is between christ and believers, they Are not only his Friends, and brothers, but his Spouses, and Members. If he be a Head, they shall be the body; and if he be a Vine, they Are the branches: Nay the Union between christ and Believers, is nearer than that of the vine and branches; of no branch can it be said (properly) that it is in the vine, and the vine in it: np1 cc n2 vbr vvn av, cc pn31 vbz npg1 vvb r-crq vvz dt n1. pn31|vbz dt av-dc cs j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1 cc n2, pns32 vbr xx av-j po31 n2, cc n2, p-acp po31 n2, cc n2. cs pns31 vbb dt n1, pns32 vmb vbi dt n1; cc cs pns31 vbb dt n1, pns32 vbr dt n2: uh dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n2, vbz jc cs d pp-f dt n1 cc n2; pp-f dx n1 vmb pn31 vbi vvn (av-j) d pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 26
180 But of Beleevers it is said, Christ is in them, and they are in him. This union demonstrates also the truth of Christs love to beleeving souls. But of Believers it is said, christ is in them, and they Are in him. This Union demonstrates also the truth of Christ love to believing Souls. cc-acp pp-f n2 pn31 vbz vvn, np1 vbz p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vbr p-acp pno31. d n1 vvz av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp j-vvg n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 26
181 I shall now make a word of Application, and conclude this point. I shall now make a word of Application, and conclude this point. pns11 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 26
182 There be but three uses unto which I will speak ▪ viz. a use of Information, Comfort, and Counsel. Use I. There be but three uses unto which I will speak ▪ viz. a use of Information, Comfort, and Counsel. Use I. pc-acp vbi p-acp crd n2 p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi ▪ n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, vvi, cc n1. vvb pns11. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 26
183 The point informs us of the sweetness of Christ to all the Saints. O how sweet! how kind! how gracious! The point informs us of the sweetness of christ to all the Saints. Oh how sweet! how kind! how gracious! dt n1 vvz pno12 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n2. uh q-crq j! q-crq j! q-crq j! (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 26
184 is Jesus Christ to beleevers, thus to minde then, thus to set his heart upon them? Beleevers, the Lord loves you, Is he not in this sweet unto you? Ruth at the consideration of Roaz his love, falleth on her face, is jesus christ to believers, thus to mind then, thus to Set his heart upon them? Believers, the Lord loves you, Is he not in this sweet unto you? Ruth At the consideration of Roaz his love, falls on her face, vbz np1 np1 p-acp n2, av p-acp n1 av, av pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32? n2, dt n1 vvz pn22, vbz pns31 xx p-acp d j p-acp pn22? n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 po31 n1, vvz p-acp po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 26
185 and faith, Why have I found grace in thine eyes, that thou shouldest take knowledge of me, seeing I am a stranger? Fall on your faces Beleevers, you were once strangers to Jesus Christ, and faith, Why have I found grace in thine eyes, that thou Shouldst take knowledge of me, seeing I am a stranger? Fallen on your faces Believers, you were once Strangers to jesus christ, cc n1, q-crq vhb pns11 vvn n1 p-acp po21 n2, cst pns21 vmd2 vvi n1 pp-f pno11, vvg pns11 vbm dt n1? vvb p-acp po22 n2 n2, pn22 vbdr a-acp n2 p-acp np1 np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 27
186 but you have found grace in his eyes; your names are written upon his heart in letters of love: but you have found grace in his eyes; your names Are written upon his heart in letters of love: cc-acp pn22 vhb vvn n1 p-acp po31 n2; po22 n2 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 27
187 well may you say that Christ is sweet, seeing he loves such strangers as you were. well may you say that christ is sweet, seeing he loves such Strangers as you were. av vmb pn22 vvi cst np1 vbz j, vvg pns31 vvz d n2 c-acp pn22 vbdr. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 27
188 The King of Israel is surely sweet in setting his love upon you, who were strangers unto Israel. O how happy art thou, O poor beleever, in being the object of thy Lords love! The King of Israel is surely sweet in setting his love upon you, who were Strangers unto Israel. Oh how happy art thou, Oh poor believer, in being the Object of thy lords love! dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j j p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp pn22, r-crq vbdr n2 p-acp np1. uh q-crq j vb2r pns21, uh j n1, p-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f po21 n2 vvb! (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 27
189 The meanest beleever may raise up a very high structure of happinesse, upon this corner stone, Christs love. The Meanest believer may raise up a very high structure of happiness, upon this corner stone, Christ love. dt js n1 vmb vvi a-acp dt j j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1 n1, npg1 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 27
190 O how blessed art thou in thy beloved (poor soul!) and how sweet is hee to thee! O how blessed art thou in thy Beloved (poor soul!) and how sweet is he to thee! sy q-crq j vb2r pns21 p-acp po21 j-vvn (j n1!) cc c-crq j vbz pns31 p-acp pno21! (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 27
191 that hath alway a fire of love burning in his bosome towards thee? II. This point is very comfortable to beleevers; that hath always a fire of love burning in his bosom towards thee? II This point is very comfortable to believers; cst vhz av dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno21? crd d n1 vbz j j p-acp n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 27
192 It is a cordial to you, is it not, O beleever! It is a cordial to you, is it not, Oh believer! pn31 vbz dt j p-acp pn22, vbz pn31 xx, uh n1! (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 27
193 that Christ doth love you? doth it not revive your hearts (my brethren) to hear, that hee who is the Lord of Life, that christ does love you? does it not revive your hearts (my brothers) to hear, that he who is the Lord of Life, cst np1 vdz vvi pn22? vdz pn31 xx vvi po22 n2 (po11 n2) pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 27
194 and glory in himself, is a Lord of grace and love to you? Jesus Christ who hath written upon his Garments, Lord of Lords, hath also written upon his bosome, love to beleevers. and glory in himself, is a Lord of grace and love to you? jesus christ who hath written upon his Garments, Lord of lords, hath also written upon his bosom, love to believers. cc n1 p-acp px31, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvi p-acp pn22? np1 np1 r-crq vhz vvn p-acp po31 n2, n1 pp-f n2, vhz av vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvb p-acp n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 28
195 Certainly (Beleevers) could you but see how near you are to Christ, how highly he prizeth you, how dearly he loves you; Certainly (Believers) could you but see how near you Are to christ, how highly he prizeth you, how dearly he loves you; av-j (n2) vmd pn22 p-acp vvi c-crq av-j pn22 vbr p-acp np1, c-crq av-j pns31 vvz pn22, c-crq av-jn pns31 vvz pn22; (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 28
196 I should not need to bid you rejoyce, or be glad, or be of good comfort. I should not need to bid you rejoice, or be glad, or be of good Comfort. pns11 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb, cc vbi j, cc vbi pp-f j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 28
197 Object. No, will the soul say, Indeed you need not, if I could but see that Christ loved, me, but I doubt that. Object. No, will the soul say, Indeed you need not, if I could but see that christ loved, me, but I doubt that. n1. uh-dx, vmb dt n1 vvb, av pn22 vvb xx, cs pns11 vmd cc-acp vvi cst np1 vvd, pno11, cc-acp pns11 vvb d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 28
198 Res. Doubt it not (O beleeving soul) but be confident, and in that confidence bee comforted: Christ loves you, Rest Doubt it not (O believing soul) but be confident, and in that confidence be comforted: christ loves you, np1 vvb pn31 xx (sy j-vvg n1) cc-acp vbb j, cc p-acp d n1 vbb vvn: np1 vvz pn22, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 28
199 and that (as wee shall shew hereafter) with a transcendent love. Object. But it is good to have a ground of confidence; and that (as we shall show hereafter) with a transcendent love. Object. But it is good to have a ground of confidence; cc d (c-acp pns12 vmb vvi av) p-acp dt j n1. n1. p-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 28
200 and in vain shall you comfort me, if I see no reason in your words. Why what reason is there that Christ should love mee? and in vain shall you Comfort me, if I see no reason in your words. Why what reason is there that christ should love me? cc p-acp j vmb pn22 vvi pno11, cs pns11 vvb dx n1 p-acp po22 n2. q-crq q-crq n1 vbz a-acp cst np1 vmd vvi pno11? (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 28
201 Res. Christs love is its own reason. He therefore loves because he will. Rest Christ love is its own reason. He Therefore loves Because he will. np1 npg1 n1 vbz po31 d n1. pns31 av vvz c-acp pns31 vmb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 29
202 It may be the vanity of our wanton love, that we love meerly because we love: It may be the vanity of our wanton love, that we love merely Because we love: pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 j-jn n1, cst pns12 vvb av-j c-acp pns12 vvb: (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 29
203 But it is the glory of Christs love, that he doth so. But it is the glory of Christ love, that he does so. cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cst pns31 vdz av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 29
204 The reason why Christ loves thee (O poor soul) is in his own bosome. The reason why christ loves thee (Oh poor soul) is in his own bosom. dt n1 c-crq np1 vvz pno21 (uh j n1) vbz p-acp po31 d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 29
205 If thou look in thine, thou wilt not finde it (because it is not there) but look up into Christs bosome, and there it is. If thou look in thine, thou wilt not find it (Because it is not there) but look up into Christ bosom, and there it is. cs pns21 vvb p-acp png21, pns21 vm2 xx vvi pn31 (c-acp pn31 vbz xx a-acp) p-acp vvi a-acp p-acp npg1 n1, cc a-acp pn31 vbz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 29
206 He will have mercy upon whom he will. He will have mercy upon whom he will. pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 29
207 Christ will love thee, and doth love thee (O Beleever) because he will. Do not therefore stand questioning why he should, but be comforted, christ will love thee, and does love thee (Oh Believer) Because he will. Do not Therefore stand questioning why he should, but be comforted, np1 vmb vvi pno21, cc vdz vvi pno21 (uh n1) c-acp pns31 vmb. vdb xx av vvi vvg c-crq pns31 vmd, p-acp vbi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 29
208 and rejoyce in this, that he doth love thee, even thee (O poor soul.) Though it may bee thy faith be little, and rejoice in this, that he does love thee, even thee (Oh poor soul.) Though it may be thy faith be little, cc vvi p-acp d, cst pns31 vdz vvi pno21, av pno21 (uh j n1.) cs pn31 vmb vbi po21 n1 vbi j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 29
209 yet Christs love to thee is true. yet Christ love to thee is true. av npg1 n1 p-acp pno21 vbz j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 29
210 Q. But though he love me now, will he love me still? Will not Christ dislike me hereafter, Q. But though he love me now, will he love me still? Will not christ dislike me hereafter, np1 cc-acp cs pns31 vvb pno11 av, vmb pns31 vvi pno11 av? vmb xx np1 vvi pno11 av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 29
211 and upon that dislike desert me? Sure I am I shall give him cause, and I fear he will take it. and upon that dislike desert me? Sure I am I shall give him cause, and I Fear he will take it. cc p-acp d n1 vvb pno11? j pns11 vbm pns11 vmb vvi pno31 n1, cc pns11 vvb pns31 vmb vvi pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 29
212 And certainly if Christ desert, I dye, I cannot live longer than I have his love And Certainly if christ desert, I die, I cannot live longer than I have his love cc av-j cs np1 n1, pns11 vvb, pns11 vmbx vvi jc cs pns11 vhb po31 n1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 30
213 A. Neither dye, nor doubt, poor soul! Thy Lord so loves thee, that he will not leave thee; A. Neither die, nor doubt, poor soul! Thy Lord so loves thee, that he will not leave thee; np1 dx n1, ccx n1, j n1! po21 n1 av vvz pno21, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pno21; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 30
214 or if he do for a time, he will not alway. or if he do for a time, he will not always. cc cs pns31 vdb p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb xx av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 30
215 Christs bowels burn with love, and that fire, however smothered for a time, will break out in a flame at last. Christ ☞ bowels burn with love, and that fire, however smothered for a time, will break out in a flame At last. npg1 ☞ n2 vvb p-acp n1, cc d n1, c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 p-acp ord. (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 30
216 Christs love is like himself, immutable and unchangeable. Love is Christs life as well as thine: Christ love is like himself, immutable and unchangeable. Love is Christ life as well as thine: npg1 n1 vbz av-j px31, j cc j-u. n1 vbz npg1 n1 c-acp av c-acp png21: (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 30
217 He will not surely kill himself by deserting thee. Thou canst not live except Christ do love, neither can Christ. He will not surely kill himself by deserting thee. Thou Canst not live except christ do love, neither can christ. pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi px31 p-acp vvg pno21. pns21 vm2 xx vvi c-acp np1 vdb vvi, dx vmb np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 30
218 You Lord hath sworn (and surely if he break his oath he dyes) that the Mountains shall be removed, You Lord hath sworn (and surely if he break his oath he dies) that the Mountains shall be removed, pn22 n1 vhz vvn (cc av-j cs pns31 vvb po31 n1 pns31 vvz) d dt n2 vmb vbi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 30
219 but his love shall not leave thee. Obj. Oh! But though Christ do love me, yet men hate me. but his love shall not leave thee. Object Oh! But though christ do love me, yet men hate me. cc-acp po31 n1 vmb xx vvi pno21. np1 uh cc-acp cs np1 vdb vvi pno11, av n2 vvb pno11. (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 30
220 I cannot be so cheerful in Christs love, because I meet with the creatures wrath. I cannot be so cheerful in Christ love, Because I meet with the creatures wrath. pns11 vmbx vbi av j p-acp npg1 n1, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt ng1 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 30
221 Rep. I pity thee poor Creature, thou hast the love of the Potter, and thou fearest the wrath of the Potsherd. Why art thou so weak, Rep. I pity thee poor Creature, thou hast the love of the Potter, and thou Fearest the wrath of the Potsherd. Why art thou so weak, np1 pns11 vvb pno21 j n1, pns21 vh2 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pns21 vv2 dt n1 pp-f dt vvd. q-crq vb2r pns21 av j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 30
222 as to sink under the Creatures wrath, while thou hast the Creators love? Be of good comfort, Christ can break in peeces all thy enemies with his Iron rod, while in the mean time he will comfort thee with his Shepherds-crook. Why dost thou droop at the hatred of him, who dwelleth in a Tabernacle of clay, as to sink under the Creatures wrath, while thou hast the Creators love? Be of good Comfort, christ can break in Pieces all thy enemies with his Iron rod, while in the mean time he will Comfort thee with his Shepherds-crook. Why dost thou droop At the hatred of him, who dwells in a Tabernacle of clay, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n1, cs pns21 vh2 dt n2 vvi? vbb pp-f j n1, np1 vmb vvi p-acp n2 d po21 n2 p-acp po31 n1 n1, n1 p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp po31 n1. q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 31
223 and not rather triumph in the love of him, who is set down at the right hand of the Majesty on high? Look up Beleever, Heaven is clear over thy head, and not rather triumph in the love of him, who is Set down At the right hand of the Majesty on high? Look up Believer, Heaven is clear over thy head, cc xx av-c n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j? vvb a-acp n1, n1 vbz j p-acp po21 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 31
224 though the earth be dirty under feet; though the earth be dirty under feet; cs dt n1 vbb j p-acp n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 31
225 though thou be in a storm among the creatures, yet the Sun of love shines on thee from Christ. though thou be in a storm among the creatures, yet the Sun of love shines on thee from christ. cs pns21 vbb p-acp dt vvb p-acp dt n2, av dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp pno21 p-acp np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 31
226 He smiles and loves thee, what though men frown and hate thee? Fear not him who hates thy body, He smiles and loves thee, what though men frown and hate thee? fear not him who hates thy body, pns31 vvz cc vvz pno21, r-crq c-acp n2 vvb cc vvb pno21? n1 xx pno31 r-crq vvz po21 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 31
227 and at worst can but destroy that; and At worst can but destroy that; cc p-acp js vmb p-acp vvi d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 31
228 rejoyce rather in him who loves thy soul, and at the last will raise up thy body from the Grave, rejoice rather in him who loves thy soul, and At the last will raise up thy body from the Grave, vvb av-c p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz po21 n1, cc p-acp dt ord vmb vvi a-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 31
229 and give thee a glorious body like unto his own, and fill thy soul with eternal joy in the enjoyment of his everlasting love. and give thee a glorious body like unto his own, and fill thy soul with Eternal joy in the enjoyment of his everlasting love. cc vvb pno21 dt j n1 av-j p-acp po31 d, cc vvb po21 n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 31
230 The last use of the point is-for counsel. Sith Christ loves his Saints, I would (surely the point might, The last use of the point is-for counsel. Sith christ loves his Saints, I would (surely the point might, dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 j n1. c-acp np1 vvz po31 n2, pns11 vmd (av-j dt n1 vmd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 32
231 and doth) counsel, both the world, and beleevers. First, you men of the world; If you have an ear to hear, hear: and does) counsel, both the world, and believers. First, you men of the world; If you have an ear to hear, hear: cc vdz) n1, d dt n1, cc n2. ord, pn22 n2 pp-f dt n1; cs pn22 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb: (5) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 32
232 Christ loves beleevers, be yee counselled to do the like. christ loves believers, be ye counseled to do the like. np1 vvz n2, vbb pn22 vvd pc-acp vdi dt av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 32
233 Certainly Christ will take it well at your hands, if you love them who are beloved by him. Certainly christ will take it well At your hands, if you love them who Are Beloved by him. av-j np1 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp po22 n2, cs pn22 vvb pno32 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 32
234 His friends are sometime strangers in your Land, use them well, shew them love, put it upon Christs score; His Friends Are sometime Strangers in your Land, use them well, show them love, put it upon Christ score; po31 n2 vbr av n2 p-acp po22 n1, vvb pno32 av, vvb pno32 vvi, vvb pn31 p-acp npg1 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 32
235 he loves them, and he will reward you: he loves them, and he will reward you: pns31 vvz pno32, cc pns31 vmb vvi pn22: (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 32
236 Jesus Christ doth so love beleevers, as that he will not let a cup of cold water, given to them in his name, (that is, jesus christ does so love believers, as that he will not let a cup of cold water, given to them in his name, (that is, np1 np1 vdz av vvi n2, c-acp cst pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1, (cst vbz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 32
237 because hee loves them) go unrewarded. Because he loves them) go unrewarded. c-acp pns31 vvz pno32) vvb j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 32
238 I say it again, sith Christ is gracious, and loves beleevers, be ye wise and love them also. I say it again, sith christ is gracious, and loves believers, be you wise and love them also. pns11 vvb pn31 av, c-acp np1 vbz j, cc vvz n2, vbb pn22 j cc vvi pno32 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 32
239 However, take heed that yee do not wrong them. If you will not do them good, beware you do them no hurt: However, take heed that ye do not wrong them. If you will not do them good, beware you do them no hurt: c-acp, vvb n1 cst pn22 vdb xx vvi pno32. cs pn22 vmb xx vdi pno32 j, vvb pn22 vdb pno32 dx n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 32
240 Beleeve it, if you do, Christ loves them, and he will not bear it. Believe it, if you do, christ loves them, and he will not bear it. vvb pn31, cs pn22 vdb, np1 vvz pno32, cc pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 32
241 Tremble, lest, (while you lift up your hand against beleevers) that Jesus Christ who loves them, dash you in peeces. Tremble, lest, (while you lift up your hand against believers) that jesus christ who loves them, dash you in Pieces. vvb, cs, (cs pn22 vvb a-acp po22 n1 p-acp n2) cst np1 np1 r-crq vvz pno32, vvb pn22 p-acp n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 33
242 Beware of persecuting Christs beloved ones under pretences. Beware of persecuting Christ Beloved ones under pretences. vvb pp-f vvg npg1 j-vvn pi2 p-acp n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 33
243 It will be but a poor excuse, to say they were Schismaticks, Christ knows them to be Saints: Beleeve it, the bloud of beleevers is very precious, It will be but a poor excuse, to say they were Schismatics, christ knows them to be Saints: Believe it, the blood of believers is very precious, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi pns32 vbdr n1, np1 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi n2: vvb pn31, dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz av j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 33
244 and as he will punish Antichristian wretches, under what names, or titles soever distinguished; and as he will Punish Antichristian wretches, under what names, or titles soever distinguished; cc c-acp pns31 vmb vvi jp n2, p-acp r-crq n2, cc n2 av vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 33
245 So also will he be avenged upon all those who dare touch beleevers, under what nicknames soever disgraced. Therefore if you will not be so wise, as to love; yet be not so mad, as to hurt those whom Christ loves. So also will he be avenged upon all those who Dare touch believers, under what nicknames soever disgraced. Therefore if you will not be so wise, as to love; yet be not so mad, as to hurt those whom christ loves. av av vmb pns31 vbi vvn p-acp d d r-crq vvb vvi n2, p-acp r-crq n2 av vvn. av cs pn22 vmb xx vbi av j, a-acp p-acp vvb; av vbb xx av j, a-acp p-acp vvn d r-crq np1 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 33
246 But secondly, let this counsel beleevers, sith the Lord Jesus loves them, that they would walk worthy thereof. Beleevers, live as the objects of Christs love; But secondly, let this counsel believers, sith the Lord jesus loves them, that they would walk worthy thereof. Believers, live as the objects of Christ love; p-acp ord, vvb d n1 n2, a-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pno32, cst pns32 vmd vvi j av. n2, vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 33
247 Advance his Kingdom, imbrace his counsels, love all his members, be abundant in his work, and service. Advance his Kingdom, embrace his Counsels, love all his members, be abundant in his work, and service. vvb po31 n1, vvi po31 n2, vvb d po31 n2, vbb j p-acp po31 n1, cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 33
248 In all things shew that Christs love to you hath a constraining power in you; In all things show that Christ love to you hath a constraining power in you; p-acp d n2 vvi cst npg1 n1 p-acp pn22 vhz dt vvg n1 p-acp pn22; (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 33
249 at least be yee counselled to love Christ, who loves you and that so much the rather, At least be ye counseled to love christ, who loves you and that so much the rather, p-acp ds vbb pn22 vvd pc-acp vvi np1, r-crq vvz pn22 cc cst av av-d dt av-c, (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
250 because Christ deserves thy love, though thou do not deserve his. Because christ deserves thy love, though thou do not deserve his. c-acp np1 vvz po21 n1, cs pns21 vdb xx vvi png31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
251 O let not the love of Christ plead against you, and say, I ranne out to them, O let not the love of christ plead against you, and say, I ran out to them, sy vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp pn22, cc vvi, pns11 vvd av p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
252 but they returned not in to me. Let not Christ say, I gave you counsel, and you did reject it; but they returned not in to me. Let not christ say, I gave you counsel, and you did reject it; cc-acp pns32 vvd xx p-acp p-acp pno11. vvb xx np1 vvi, pns11 vvd pn22 n1, cc pn22 vdd vvi pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
253 In love I gave you Commandements, and you did transgresse them. No, but sith Christ loves you, love him; In love I gave you commandments, and you did transgress them. No, but sith christ loves you, love him; p-acp n1 pns11 vvd pn22 n2, cc pn22 vdd vvi pno32. uh-dx, cc-acp c-acp np1 vvz pn22, vvb pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
254 and if you love him, keep his Commandements. Rouse up your selves, O beleeving souls! and considering that Christ loveth you, demean your selves accordingly. and if you love him, keep his commandments. Rouse up your selves, Oh believing Souls! and considering that christ loves you, demean your selves accordingly. cc cs pn22 vvb pno31, vvb po31 n2. vvb a-acp po22 n2, uh j-vvg n2! cc vvg cst np1 vvz pn22, vvb po22 n2 av-vvg. (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
255 If he call, come; If he bid you go, go; If his Kingdom be advancing, joyn in the work ( it is the Kingdom of him that loves you ) If his Spirit counsel, take it (for it comes from love.) In a word, in all things live as those who indeed are beloved of Christ. And let your carriage be exactly obedient, kinde, and loving unto him, who doth stoop so low, If he call, come; If he bid you go, go; If his Kingdom be advancing, join in the work (it is the Kingdom of him that loves you) If his Spirit counsel, take it (for it comes from love.) In a word, in all things live as those who indeed Are Beloved of christ. And let your carriage be exactly obedient, kind, and loving unto him, who does stoop so low, cs pns31 vvi, vvb; cs pns31 vvb pn22 vvb, vvb; cs po31 n1 vbb vvg, vvb p-acp dt n1 (pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz pn22) cs po31 n1 n1, vvb pn31 (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n1.) p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n2 vvb p-acp d r-crq av vbr vvn pp-f np1. cc vvb po22 n1 vbb av-j j, j, cc vvg p-acp pno31, r-crq vdz vvi av j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
256 as to love such poor creatures as you be. as to love such poor creatures as you be. c-acp pc-acp vvi d j n2 c-acp pn22 vbb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
257 And if any ask, why you love, and labour for Jesus Christ? tell them, it is because you love him: And if any ask, why you love, and labour for jesus christ? tell them, it is Because you love him: cc cs d vvb, c-crq pn22 vvb, cc n1 p-acp np1 np1? vvb pno32, pn31 vbz c-acp pn22 vvb pno31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 35
258 And adde withall, that did they but know how Christ loves you, they would rather ask; And add withal, that did they but know how christ loves you, they would rather ask; cc vvb av, cst vdd pns32 p-acp vvi c-crq np1 vvz pn22, pns32 vmd av-c vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 35
259 why you love him so little, or do for him no more. why you love him so little, or do for him no more. c-crq pn22 vvb pno31 av av-j, cc vdb p-acp pno31 dx av-dc. (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 35
260 But if they demand, how doth Christ love you? Tell them, that question is unanswerable. But if they demand, how does christ love you? Tell them, that question is unanswerable. p-acp cs pns32 vvb, q-crq vdz np1 vvb pn22? vvi pno32, cst n1 vbz j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 35
261 Indeed say, he loves you and that truly; but withall transcendently. That Christ loves you, tell all the world of you know; but how he loves, tell them, that passeth your knowledge: yea and the knowledge of every creature, Indeed say, he loves you and that truly; but withal transcendently. That christ loves you, tell all the world of you know; but how he loves, tell them, that passes your knowledge: yea and the knowledge of every creature, np1 vvb, pns31 vvz pn22 cc d av-j; p-acp av av-j. cst np1 vvz pn22, vvb d dt n1 pp-f pn22 vvb; p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb pno32, cst vvz po22 n1: uh cc dt n1 pp-f d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 35
262 for it is a love passing knowledge. And this is the next thing, and the chief thing which we shall speak of. for it is a love passing knowledge. And this is the next thing, and the chief thing which we shall speak of. c-acp pn31 vbz dt vvb vvg n1. cc d vbz dt ord n1, cc dt j-jn n1 r-crq pns12 vmb vvi pp-f. (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 35
263 SERMON II. EPHES. 3. ver. 19. And to know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge. SERMON II EPHESIANS. 3. ver. 19. And to know the love of christ which passes knowledge. n1 crd np1. crd fw-la. crd cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 36
264 CHRISTS love is the Saints life. Paul tells you, he was dead to the Law, that he might live to God. CHRIST love is the Saints life. Paul tells you, he was dead to the Law, that he might live to God. npg1 n1 vbz dt ng1 n1. np1 vvz pn22, pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 36
265 And the ground thereof was this, that hee lived by faith in Christ, who loved him, Galath. 2.20. And the ground thereof was this, that he lived by faith in christ, who loved him, Galatians. 2.20. cc dt n1 av vbds d, cst pns31 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvd pno31, np1. crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 36
266 As the life, so likewise the comfort of the Saints is wrapped up in the love of Christ. A beleever can neither live, nor rejoyce, if the Lord Jesus smile not upon his soul: As the life, so likewise the Comfort of the Saints is wrapped up in the love of christ. A believer can neither live, nor rejoice, if the Lord jesus smile not upon his soul: p-acp dt n1, av av dt vvb pp-f dt n2 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. dt n1 vmb dx vvi, ccx vvb, cs dt n1 np1 vvb xx p-acp po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 36
267 But if Jesus Christ wil but smile, and shine in the light of love, Beleevers know, not only how to live, but also how to rejoyce, in all, even the worst of times. But if jesus christ will but smile, and shine in the Light of love, Believers know, not only how to live, but also how to rejoice, in all, even the worst of times. cc-acp cs np1 np1 vmb p-acp vvb, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n2 vvb, xx av-j q-crq pc-acp vvb, p-acp av c-crq pc-acp vvi, p-acp d, av dt js pp-f n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 37
268 Hence it was, that this Apostle praying to the Father of our Lord Jesus, for the Ephesians, that they might not faint at his tribulations, He intreats, that, to this purpose, they might know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge. Hence it was, that this Apostle praying to the Father of our Lord jesus, for the Ephesians, that they might not faint At his tribulations, He intreats, that, to this purpose, they might know the love of christ which passes knowledge. av pn31 vbds, cst d n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1, p-acp dt np1, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvz, cst, p-acp d n1, pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 37
269 Having briefly touched at the reality of Christs love to beleevers (as it is included in this place) I shall now speak more largely to the royalty thereof (as it is set out in this phrase) that it passeth knowledge. Whence our second point was this, viz. Having briefly touched At the reality of Christ love to believers (as it is included in this place) I shall now speak more largely to the royalty thereof (as it is Set out in this phrase) that it passes knowledge. Whence our second point was this, viz. vhg av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2 (c-acp pn31 vbz vvd p-acp d n1) pns11 vmb av vvi av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1 av (c-acp pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp d n1) cst pn31 vvz n1. c-crq po12 ord n1 vbds d, n1 (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 37
270 That love which Christ beareth to beleevers, is a transcendent love. You see how fully this point lies in these words. That love which christ bears to believers, is a transcendent love. You see how Fully this point lies in these words. cst vvb r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n2, vbz dt j n1. pn22 vvb c-crq av-j d n1 vvz p-acp d n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 37
271 It must needs bee transcendent, sith the Apostle saith, it passeth knowledge. It must needs be transcendent, sith the Apostle Says, it passes knowledge. pn31 vmb av vbi j, a-acp dt n1 vvz, pn31 vvz n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 37
272 I shall indeavour to open the point, and give you the meaning thereof, by bringing you to the top of this high hyperbolical expression, in three steps or staires. I shall endeavour to open the point, and give you the meaning thereof, by bringing you to the top of this high hyperbolical expression, in three steps or stairs. pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvb pn22 dt n1 av, p-acp vvg pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j j n1, p-acp crd n2 cc n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 38
273 First, The love of Christ to Beleevers is transcendent, it being above expression. First, The love of christ to Believers is transcendent, it being above expression. ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 vbz j, pn31 vbg p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 38
274 Those who enjoy Christs love, they know not how to expresse it, such is the transcendency of the love, that it passeth their knowledge how to expresse it in any Language. Those who enjoy Christ love, they know not how to express it, such is the transcendency of the love, that it passes their knowledge how to express it in any Language. d r-crq vvb npg1 n1, pns32 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pn31 vvz po32 n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 38
275 The Scripture sets out the height of things by this, that they are unspeakable: So when it would heighten, The Scripture sets out the height of things by this, that they Are unspeakable: So when it would heighten, dt n1 vvz av dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d, cst pns32 vbr j: av c-crq pn31 vmd vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 38
276 and declare the transcendency of that rapture in which Paul was (when wrapped up to the third heavens) and the glory of that which he then heard, it sets it down by this, that it was unutterable, He heard unspeakable words, (which may be an Hebraism for things, word and thing being in the Hebrew convertible) which it was not possible for a man to utter, 2 Cor. 12.14. In like manner when the Scripture speaks of the transcendent joy which Beleevers rejoyce withall by beleeving, It useth this phrase, that it was unspeakable, 1 Pet. 1.8. Yee rejoyce with joy unspeakable. and declare the transcendency of that rapture in which Paul was (when wrapped up to the third heavens) and the glory of that which he then herd, it sets it down by this, that it was unutterable, He herd unspeakable words, (which may be an Hebraism for things, word and thing being in the Hebrew convertible) which it was not possible for a man to utter, 2 Cor. 12.14. In like manner when the Scripture speaks of the transcendent joy which Believers rejoice withal by believing, It uses this phrase, that it was unspeakable, 1 Pet. 1.8. Ye rejoice with joy unspeakable. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vbds (c-crq vvn a-acp p-acp dt ord n2) cc dt n1 pp-f d r-crq pns31 av vvd, pn31 vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp d, cst pn31 vbds j, pns31 vvd j n2, (r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp n2, n1 cc n1 vbg p-acp dt njp j) r-crq pn31 vbds xx j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, crd np1 crd. p-acp j n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f dt j n1 r-crq n2 vvb av p-acp vvg, pn31 vvz d n1, cst pn31 vbds j-u, crd np1 crd. pn22 vvb p-acp n1 j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 38
277 And it must not be passed by in silence, that the joy of which Peter speaks, is that which Beleevers have by faith, which certainly is founded upon Christs love; And it must not be passed by in silence, that the joy of which Peter speaks, is that which Believers have by faith, which Certainly is founded upon Christ love; cc pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp p-acp n1, cst dt n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vvz, vbz d r-crq n2 vhb p-acp n1, r-crq av-j vbz vvn p-acp npg1 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 39
278 So that if the joy in the faith of Christs love be unspeakable, the love it self is much more: So that if the joy in the faith of Christ love be unspeakable, the love it self is much more: av cst cs dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbb j, dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz d av-dc: (6) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 39
279 For quod efficit tale, est magis tale (as the Logicians speak) i. e. For quod efficit tale, est magis tale (as the Logicians speak) i. e. p-acp fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la n1 (c-acp dt n2 vvb) uh. sy. (6) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 39
280 That which makes any thing so, or such, is much more it self so, or such. That which makes any thing so, or such, is much more it self so, or such. cst r-crq vvz d n1 av, cc d, vbz d av-dc pn31 n1 av, cc d. (6) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 39
281 This may be the first step to ascend the height of the expression, and to declare the transcendency of Christ love to beleevers, It passeth knowledge in this, that no man (no, This may be the First step to ascend the height of the expression, and to declare the transcendency of christ love to believers, It passes knowledge in this, that no man (no, d vmb vbi dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 p-acp n2, pn31 vvz n1 p-acp d, cst dx n1 (uh-x, (6) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 39
282 though he had the tongues of men and Angles ) knows how to expresse it. though he had the tongues of men and Angles) knows how to express it. cs pns31 vhd dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2) vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 39
283 2 Christs love is transcendent, and may be said to be above knowledge, in that it is above apprehension. 2 Christ love is transcendent, and may be said to be above knowledge, in that it is above apprehension. crd npg1 n1 vbz j, cc vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, p-acp cst pn31 vbz p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 39
284 As the Language of Beleevers cannot expresse, so neither can their knowledge apprehend the height of their Saviours love. As the Language of Believers cannot express, so neither can their knowledge apprehend the height of their Saviors love. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vmbx vvi, av dx vmb po32 n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 ng1 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 40
285 Men often can apprehend more than they can expresse; when the tongue is silenced, the understanding may be comprehensive. Men often can apprehend more than they can express; when the tongue is silenced, the understanding may be comprehensive. np1 av vmb vvi av-dc cs pns32 vmb vvi; c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vmb vbi j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 40
286 But now, in the love of Christ there is that, which poseth and confoundeth the very intelectuals of men and Angels. But now, in the love of christ there is that, which poseth and confoundeth the very intelectuals of men and Angels. p-acp av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbz d, r-crq vvz cc vvz dt j n2-j pp-f n2 cc n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 40
287 It is so high, as that there is no reaching of it; so deep, as that there is no sounding of it; so long, as that it exceeds measuring; and so broad, that there is no comprehending it. It is so high, as that there is no reaching of it; so deep, as that there is no sounding of it; so long, as that it exceeds measuring; and so broad, that there is no comprehending it. pn31 vbz av j, p-acp d pc-acp vbz dx vvg pp-f pn31; av av-jn, c-acp cst pc-acp vbz dx vvg pp-f pn31; av av-j, p-acp cst pn31 vvz vvg; cc av j, cst pc-acp vbz dx vvg pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 40
288 The most Spiritual Mathematician is not able to commensurate Christs love in all its dimensions. The most Spiritual Mathematician is not able to commensurate Christ love in all its dimensions. dt av-ds j n1 vbz xx j p-acp j npg1 n1 p-acp d po31 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 40
289 It is as possible for that little Crevise of the body (the Eye) to let in all the light of the Sun, It is as possible for that little Crevice of the body (the Eye) to let in all the Light of the Sun, pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 (dt n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 40
290 as it is for that great eye of the Soul ( knowledge ) to let in the lustre of Christs love. as it is for that great eye of the Soul (knowledge) to let in the lustre of Christ love. c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 (n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 40
291 The Holy Ghost, when hee would set out a thing as transcendent, he useth this phrase, that it is such as cannot be comprehended. As now, speaking of the great ▪ things which God doth, it is said they are such as wee cannot comprehend, Job 37.5. The Holy Ghost, when he would Set out a thing as transcendent, he uses this phrase, that it is such as cannot be comprehended. As now, speaking of the great ▪ things which God does, it is said they Are such as we cannot comprehend, Job 37.5. dt j n1, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi av dt n1 c-acp j, pns31 vvz d n1, cst pn31 vbz d p-acp vmbx vbi vvn. c-acp av, vvg pp-f dt j ▪ n2 r-crq np1 vdz, pn31 vbz vvn pns32 vbr d c-acp pns12 vmbx vvi, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 41
292 Without doubt, as the operation of the Fathers hand, so the expansion of the Sons heart, is such, as cannot be comprehended. Without doubt, as the operation of the Father's hand, so the expansion of the Sons heart, is such, as cannot be comprehended. p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, vbz d, c-acp vmbx vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 41
293 In this, the Fathers works, and the Sons loves, do equally transcend, that they passe knowledge, and are not able to be apprehended. In this, the Father's works, and the Sons loves, do equally transcend, that they pass knowledge, and Are not able to be apprehended. p-acp d, dt n2 n2, cc dt n2 vvz, vdb av-j vvi, cst pns32 vvi n1, cc vbr xx j pc-acp vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 41
294 3 Christ bears to beleevers a transcendent love, & it passeth knowledge, in this, that it is above conception. 3 christ bears to believers a transcendent love, & it passes knowledge, in this, that it is above conception. crd np1 vvz p-acp n2 dt j n1, cc pn31 vvz n1, p-acp d, cst pn31 vbz p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 41
295 Fancy can conceive that which Reason cannot comprehend. The Understanding being bounded by Reason, cannot go beyond its limits; Fancy can conceive that which Reason cannot comprehend. The Understanding being bounded by Reason, cannot go beyond its Limits; n1 vmb vvi d r-crq n1 vmbx vvi. dt n1 vbg vvn p-acp n1, vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 41
296 and therefore where Reason cannot suggest, the Understanding cannot apprehend. But now fancy is winged, and it will fly: and Therefore where Reason cannot suggest, the Understanding cannot apprehend. But now fancy is winged, and it will fly: cc av c-crq n1 vmbx vvi, dt n1 vmbx vvi. p-acp av n1 vbz vvn, cc pn31 vmb vvi: (6) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 41
297 It doth (as Scaliger speaks) Aspernare caeterorum finium praescriptionem, It scorneth to be bounded, though by Reason it self: It does (as Scaliger speaks) Aspernare caeterorum finium praescriptionem, It scorneth to be bounded, though by Reason it self: pn31 vdz (c-acp np1 vvz) n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, cs p-acp n1 pn31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 41
298 It flyeth high, and will guesse (at least) at the transcendent height of that which reason cannot reach. It flies high, and will guess (At least) At the transcendent height of that which reason cannot reach. pn31 vvz j, cc vmb vvi (p-acp ds) p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d r-crq n1 vmbx vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 42
299 Yet such (my beloved) is the love of Christ; Yet such (my Beloved) is the love of christ; av d (po11 j-vvn) vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 42
300 It is so high, so superlatively-transcendent, that let fancy loose, and let it fly as high as it can, it is not able to soare to the top thereof. It is so high, so superlatively-transcendent, that let fancy lose, and let it fly as high as it can, it is not able to soar to the top thereof. pn31 vbz av j, av j, cst vvb n1 vvi, cc vvb pn31 vvb p-acp j c-acp pn31 vmb, pn31 vbz xx j p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 42
301 As the understanding going to its utmost bounds: As the understanding going to its utmost bounds: p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp po31 j n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 42
302 So fancy flying beyond all bounds, is not able to conceive what is the love of Christ to Beleevers. So fancy flying beyond all bounds, is not able to conceive what is the love of christ to Believers. av n1 vvg p-acp d n2, vbz xx j pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 42
303 So that now when I say, the love which Christ Bears to Beleevers is transcendent, and when you read in the text, that it passeth knowledge, You may take the meaning thus; So that now when I say, the love which christ Bears to Believers is transcendent, and when you read in the text, that it passes knowledge, You may take the meaning thus; av cst av c-crq pns11 vvb, dt vvb r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n2 vbz j, cc c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vvz n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 av; (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 42
304 That it is above the expression of the finest Oratory, the comprehension of the deepest Theory, and the conception of the sublimest Fancy; That it is above the expression of the Finest Oratory, the comprehension of the Deepest Theory, and the conception of the Sublimest Fancy; cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1, dt n1 pp-f dt js-jn n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt vv2 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 42
305 In so much, as let Oratory speak, Wisdom study, Fancy fly, yet neither the one, In so much, as let Oratory speak, Wisdom study, Fancy fly, yet neither the one, p-acp av av-d, c-acp vvb n1 vvi, n1 vvi, n1 vvi, av av-d dt pi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 42
306 nor the other, nor all, are, able to express, apprehend, or conceive what is the love of Christ to beleevers. nor the other, nor all, Are, able to express, apprehend, or conceive what is the love of christ to believers. ccx dt n-jn, ccx d, vbr, j p-acp vvi, vvb, cc vvi r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 42
307 Indeed the love of Christ is such, as heaven it self (though it be the state of sight) doth not (as hereafter we shal shew) exalt the Saints so high, Indeed the love of christ is such, as heaven it self (though it be the state of sighed) does not (as hereafter we shall show) exalt the Saints so high, np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz d, c-acp n1 pn31 n1 (cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1) vdz xx (c-acp av pns12 vmb vvi) vvi dt n2 av j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 43
308 as to make them able to comprehend that love, in the fields whereof they do walk and live. as to make them able to comprehend that love, in the fields whereof they do walk and live. c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 j pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns32 vdb vvi cc vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 43
309 It is with the Saints in Heaven, as with the Fishes in the Sea; It is with the Saints in Heaven, as with the Fish in the Sea; pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 43
310 they swim up and down the mighty waters, but yet they do not, cannot comprehend that watry world in which they live: they swim up and down the mighty waters, but yet they do not, cannot comprehend that watery world in which they live: pns32 vvb a-acp cc a-acp dt j n2, cc-acp av pns32 vdb xx, vmbx vvi d j n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb: (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 43
311 In like manner, the Saints above, though they swim up and down the infinite Ocean of love (which is in their Saviours bosom) yet they can no more comprehend that vast sea of love, in which to eternity they shall bathe, In like manner, the Saints above, though they swim up and down the infinite Ocean of love (which is in their Saviors bosom) yet they can no more comprehend that vast sea of love, in which to eternity they shall bathe, p-acp j n1, dt n2 a-acp, cs pns32 vvb a-acp cc a-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 (r-crq vbz p-acp po32 ng1 n1) av pns32 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi d j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq p-acp n1 pns32 vmb vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 43
312 and blesse their souls, than the little Fish can comprehend the great Sea in which it swims. and bless their Souls, than the little Fish can comprehend the great Sea in which it swims. cc vvi po32 n2, cs dt j vvb vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz. (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 43
313 Wherefore (ere I proceed further) let me premise this, That it is not in my thoughts, Wherefore (ere I proceed further) let me premise this, That it is not in my thoughts, q-crq (c-acp pns11 vvi av-jc) vvb pno11 n1 d, cst pn31 vbz xx p-acp po11 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 43
314 nor dare I presume this, neither would I have you expect, that by any thing which I shall or can say, I shall be able to set out the infiniteness of that love (of which we shal treat) according to his full Latitude, and worth. No, this I despair of; nor Dare I presume this, neither would I have you expect, that by any thing which I shall or can say, I shall be able to Set out the infiniteness of that love (of which we shall Treat) according to his full Latitude, and worth. No, this I despair of; ccx vvb pns11 vvb d, dx vmd pns11 vhi pn22 vvb, cst p-acp d n1 r-crq pns11 vmb cc vmb vvi, pns11 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f d n1 (pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vvi) vvg p-acp po31 j n1, cc j. uh-dx, d pns11 vvb pp-f; (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 43
315 only I desire to let you see some of the glimmering beams of that transcendent love which is in Christs bosome towards beleevers, only I desire to let you see Some of the glimmering beams of that transcendent love which is in Christ bosom towards believers, av-j pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb d pp-f dt j-vvg n2 pp-f d j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 44
316 so as that you may wonder at it, and set about the exacter study of it. so as that you may wonder At it, and Set about the exacter study of it. av c-acp cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 44
317 And look as a Painter, when he intends to draw out the Sea, or the World in a Map, hee maketh only some little shadows of the Earth and Sea, that so the beholder may be inabled to guesse at the vastnesse thereof: And look as a Painter, when he intends to draw out the Sea, or the World in a Map, he makes only Some little shadows of the Earth and Sea, that so the beholder may be enabled to guess At the vastness thereof: cc vvb p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi av dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz av-j d j n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, cst av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 av: (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 44
318 In like manner I shall draw before you (in my Discourse) some little shadowy pricks, or lines of Christs love, that thereby I may help you somewhat to imagine, what is that infinite transcendent love, which neither Saints nor Angels are able (in all its lustre and dimensions) to paint out or discover. In like manner I shall draw before you (in my Discourse) Some little shadowy pricks, or lines of Christ love, that thereby I may help you somewhat to imagine, what is that infinite transcendent love, which neither Saints nor Angels Are able (in all its lustre and dimensions) to paint out or discover. p-acp j n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 (p-acp po11 n1) d j j n2, cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cst av pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av pc-acp vvi, q-crq vbz d j j n1, r-crq av-dx n2 ccx n2 vbr j (p-acp d po31 n1 cc n2) p-acp vvb av cc vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 44
319 For the proof, I shall not need to adde more Scriptures, it being clear enough by what the Apostle speaks in this place of Christs love, that it is transcendent. For the proof, I shall not need to add more Scriptures, it being clear enough by what the Apostle speaks in this place of Christ love, that it is transcendent. p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dc n2, pn31 vbg j av-d p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cst pn31 vbz j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 44
320 In the verse before this, the Apostle hints, that there are all the dimensions in Christs love, which may serve to declare any thing vast and infinite. In the verse before this, the Apostle hints, that there Are all the dimensions in Christ love, which may serve to declare any thing vast and infinite. p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, dt n1 n2, cst a-acp vbr d dt n2 p-acp npg1 n1, r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 j cc j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 45
321 There is a breadth, and length, and depth, and height in the love of Christ. There is a breadth, and length, and depth, and height in the love of christ. pc-acp vbz dt n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 45
322 And it is worth the noting, the Apostle doth not tell how great those dimensions were; And it is worth the noting, the Apostle does not tell how great those dimensions were; cc pn31 vbz j dt vvg, dt n1 vdz xx vvi c-crq j d n2 vbdr; (6) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 45
323 He doth not say how broad, or how long, or how deep, or how high; but (as if the dimensions of Christs love did transcend his knowledge) he passeth it by, He does not say how broad, or how long, or how deep, or how high; but (as if the dimensions of Christ love did transcend his knowledge) he passes it by, pns31 vdz xx vvi c-crq j, cc c-crq av-j, cc c-crq av-jn, cc c-crq j; p-acp (c-acp cs dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vdd vvi po31 n1) pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp, (6) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 45
324 and only adds this, that this love passeth knowledge. and only adds this, that this love passes knowledge. cc av-j vvz d, cst d n1 vvz n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 45
325 I finde not this phrase (to my best remembrance) but once more in the New Testament, and that is Philip. 4.7. I find not this phrase (to my best remembrance) but once more in the New Testament, and that is Philip. 4.7. pns11 vvb xx d n1 (p-acp po11 js n1) cc-acp a-acp av-dc p-acp dt j n1, cc d vbz np1. crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 45
326 where Paul speaking of the transcendency of the Peace of God, he saith, it passeth understanding. Certainly, it is the glory of Christs love (as well as of his Fathers peace ) that it also passeth understanding. where Paul speaking of the transcendency of the Peace of God, he Says, it passes understanding. Certainly, it is the glory of Christ love (as well as of his Father's peace) that it also passes understanding. q-crq np1 vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz, pn31 vvz n1. av-j, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 (c-acp av c-acp pp-f po31 n2 n1) cst pn31 av vvz n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 45
327 If at your leasure you read, and reading spiritually consider, what is presented to faith, in the Book of the Canticles, you will see this truth (that the love of Christ to beleevers is transcendent) in the glory and convincing power, and proof thereof. If At your leisure you read, and reading spiritually Consider, what is presented to faith, in the Book of the Canticles, you will see this truth (that the love of christ to believers is transcendent) in the glory and convincing power, and proof thereof. cs p-acp po22 n1 pn22 vvb, cc vvg av-j vvi, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pn22 vmb vvi d n1 (d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 vbz j) p-acp dt n1 cc vvg n1, cc n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 46
328 It may be in your time you have misspent some hours in reading of some Romances, And you have wondred at some strange Stories of Love which you have met withall: But alas! It may be in your time you have misspent Some hours in reading of Some Romances, And you have wondered At Some strange Stories of Love which you have met withal: But alas! pn31 vmb vbi p-acp po22 n1 pn22 vhb vvn d n2 p-acp vvg pp-f d n2, cc pn22 vhb vvn p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pn22 vhb vvn av: cc-acp uh! (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 46
329 should you compare the highest love that ever you read of, with the love of Christ to Beleevers, you wil be forced to confess; should you compare the highest love that ever you read of, with the love of christ to Believers, you will be forced to confess; vmd pn22 vvi dt js n1 cst av pn22 vvb pp-f, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, pn22 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 46
330 that that love, in comparison of this, is but like the story it self, i. e. a meer fancy. If ever strength of affection were set out in sweetness of expression, It is in that Book to a Spiritual eye: that that love, in comparison of this, is but like the story it self, i. e. a mere fancy. If ever strength of affection were Set out in sweetness of expression, It is in that Book to a Spiritual eye: cst d n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d, vbz cc-acp av-j dt n1 pn31 n1, sy. sy. dt j vvi. cs av n1 pp-f n1 vbdr vvn av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 46
331 when I do but consider the fourth Chapter only of that Song, I cannot chuse but wonder at the high transcendency of Christs love to beleevers. when I do but Consider the fourth Chapter only of that Song, I cannot choose but wonder At the high transcendency of Christ love to believers. c-crq pns11 vdb p-acp vvi dt ord n1 av-j pp-f d n1, pns11 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 46
332 Surely I conclude, the affections are sweet, strong, glorious, unconceivable, when the expressions thereof are so ravishing, so great, Surely I conclude, the affections Are sweet, strong, glorious, unconceivable, when the expressions thereof Are so ravishing, so great, np1 pns11 vvb, dt n2 vbr j, j, j, j, c-crq dt n2 av vbr av vvg, av j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 46
333 so high, as in that Chapter they are. so high, as in that Chapter they Are. av j, a-acp p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr. (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 46
334 I shall give one general demonstration, to let you see the truth of the Doctrin, that Christs love to beleevers is transcendent: The demonstration take thus; I shall give one general demonstration, to let you see the truth of the Doctrine, that Christ love to believers is transcendent: The demonstration take thus; pns11 vmb vvi crd j n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst npg1 n1 p-acp n2 vbz j: dt n1 vvb av; (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 47
335 That love which includeth in it, and comprehends all kindes, acts, or demonstrations of love whatsoever, must needs be a transcendent love. That love which includeth in it, and comprehends all Kinds, acts, or demonstrations of love whatsoever, must needs be a transcendent love. cst n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pn31, cc vvz d n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n1 r-crq, vmb av vbi dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 47
336 But such is the love of Christ to Beleevers, &c. Therefore, &c. I suppose the Major is clear enough, and needs no proof. But such is the love of christ to Believers, etc. Therefore, etc. I suppose the Major is clear enough, and needs no proof. p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, av av, av pns11 vvb dt j vbz j av-d, cc av dx n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 47
337 The Painter took the direct, and undeniable way to make the Picture of Minerva transcend, The Painter took the Direct, and undeniable Way to make the Picture of Minerva transcend, dt n1 vvd dt j, cc j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb, (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 47
338 and excel all other Beauties, when he epitomized, or contracted all the several rays, and particular beauties that were scattered up and down in other Persons, and excel all other Beauty's, when he epitomized, or contracted all the several rays, and particular beauty's that were scattered up and down in other Persons, cc vvi d j-jn n2, c-crq pns31 vvn, cc vvn d dt j n2, cc j n2 cst vbdr vvn a-acp cc a-acp p-acp j-jn n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 47
339 or Pictures, in that one pecce. or Pictures, in that one pecce. cc n2, p-acp d crd fw-la. (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 47
340 It is upon this ground an axiome indubitable, and beyond or above Dispute, That the Sun doth farre transcend in Light, any, It is upon this ground an axiom indubitable, and beyond or above Dispute, That the Sun does Far transcend in Light, any, pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 dt n1 j, cc p-acp cc a-acp vvb, cst dt n1 vdz av-j vvi p-acp n1, d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 47
341 or all the other Lights, Moon, or Stars, &c. because in its Light, all theirs is contained, or all the other Lights, Moon, or Stars, etc. Because in its Light, all theirs is contained, cc d dt j-jn n2, n1, cc n2, av c-acp p-acp po31 n1, av-d png32 vbz vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 48
342 and that in an eminent manner. and that in an eminent manner. cc cst p-acp dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 48
343 All the question is about the Minor; whether that Christs love be such to beleevers, as that it includes and contains in it, all other kindes or acts of love whatsoever. All the question is about the Minor; whither that Christ love be such to believers, as that it includes and contains in it, all other Kinds or acts of love whatsoever. d dt n1 vbz p-acp dt j; cs d npg1 n1 vbb d p-acp n2, p-acp cst pn31 vvz cc vvz p-acp pn31, d j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 r-crq. (6) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 48
344 Now this I shall put out of question by an Induction, or enumeration of the several kindes, or acts of love. Now this I shall put out of question by an Induction, or enumeration of the several Kinds, or acts of love. av d pns11 vmb vvi av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 48
345 Amongst other (how exactly I will not determine) the Moralists tell us of these four kindes of love, among other (how exactly I will not determine) the Moralists tell us of these four Kinds of love, p-acp j-jn (c-crq av-j pns11 vmb xx vvi) dt n2 vvb pno12 pp-f d crd n2 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 48
346 as the chief, viz. 1 A love of Friendship. 2 A love of Pity. 3 A love of Sympathy. 4 A love of Complacency. as the chief, viz. 1 A love of Friendship. 2 A love of Pity. 3 A love of sympathy. 4 A love of Complacency. c-acp dt j-jn, n1 crd dt n1 pp-f n1. crd dt n1 pp-f n1. crd dt n1 pp-f n1. crd dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 48
347 In these four only, I shall instance (which I had rather call several demonstrations, In these four only, I shall instance (which I had rather call several demonstrations, p-acp d crd j, pns11 vmb n1 (r-crq pns11 vhd av-c vvb j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 48
348 or degrees of one and the same passion of love, than particular kindes distinct) and shall shew that Christs love to Beleevers, includes, or Degrees of one and the same passion of love, than particular Kinds distinct) and shall show that Christ love to Believers, includes, cc n2 pp-f crd cc dt d n1 pp-f n1, cs j n2 j) cc vmb vvi cst npg1 n1 p-acp n2, vvz, (6) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 48
349 and contains in it all of them, and that therefore it must needs be transcendent. and contains in it all of them, and that Therefore it must needs be transcendent. cc vvz p-acp pn31 d pp-f pno32, cc cst av pn31 vmb av vbi j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 48
350 1 The love of friendship is so called (not as if it were the habit of friendship it self, 1 The love of friendship is so called (not as if it were the habit of friendship it self, crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn (xx c-acp cs pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 49
351 but) because it is that kinde, or act of love, whereby we prosecute or follow one, whom we look upon, and love as a friend; but) Because it is that kind, or act of love, whereby we prosecute or follow one, whom we look upon, and love as a friend; cc-acp) c-acp pn31 vbz cst n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi pi, ro-crq pns12 vvb p-acp, cc vvb p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 49
352 and to whom we wish good. and to whom we wish good. cc p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 49
353 Now this kinde (or rather degree ) of love, is in the love of Christ to beleevers; Now this kind (or rather degree) of love, is in the love of christ to believers; av d j (cc av-c n1) pp-f n1, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 49
354 Christ looks upon, and loves all beleevers as friends; hence it is, that he counts, and calls them all by that name, ye are my friends, Joh. 15.14. christ looks upon, and loves all believers as Friends; hence it is, that he counts, and calls them all by that name, you Are my Friends, John 15.14. np1 vvz p-acp, cc vvz d n2 c-acp n2; av pn31 vbz, cst pns31 vvz, cc vvz pno32 d p-acp cst n1, pn22 vbr po11 n2, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 49
355 And that this is real, appears by his dealing with them. Therefore it is added, Henceforth I call you not servants; And that this is real, appears by his dealing with them. Therefore it is added, Henceforth I call you not Servants; cc cst d vbz j, vvz p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp pno32. av pn31 vbz vvn, av pns11 vvb pn22 xx n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 49
356 for the servant knoweth not what his Lord doth: but I have called you friends; for the servant Knoweth not what his Lord does: but I have called you Friends; p-acp dt n1 vvz xx r-crq po31 n1 vdz: cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 49
357 for all things that I have heard of the Father, I have made known unto you, ver. 15. Those whom we love as friends, wee open our minds unto; for all things that I have herd of the Father, I have made known unto you, ver. 15. Those whom we love as Friends, we open our minds unto; p-acp d n2 cst pns11 vhb vvn pp-f dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn vvn p-acp pn22, fw-la. crd d ro-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n2, pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp; (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 49
358 and it is their privilege, wee communicate to them secrets which we have heard. and it is their privilege, we communicate to them secrets which we have herd. cc pn31 vbz po32 n1, pns12 vvb p-acp pno32 n2-jn r-crq pns12 vhb vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 49
359 Christ dealeth thus with beleevers, and thus dealing, doth not he declare to them the love of friendship? christ deals thus with believers, and thus dealing, does not he declare to them the love of friendship? np1 vvz av p-acp n2, cc av vvg, vdz xx pns31 vvi p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1? (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 50
360 2 The love of pity. This falleth in, and followeth upon the former; 2 The love of pity. This falls in, and follows upon the former; crd dt n1 pp-f n1. d vvz p-acp, cc vvz p-acp dt j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 50
361 for (as Job saith) To him that is afflicted pity should be shewed by his friend, Job 6.14. This also is included in Christs love to beleevers. for (as Job Says) To him that is afflicted pity should be showed by his friend, Job 6.14. This also is included in Christ love to believers. c-acp (c-acp n1 vvz) p-acp pno31 cst vbz vvn n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. np1 av vbz vvd p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 50
362 For upon that love of friendship which he bears to them, he acteth this of pity still towards them; For upon that love of friendship which he bears to them, he Acts this of pity still towards them; p-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz d pp-f vvb av p-acp pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 50
363 when no eye pitied them, his eye did. when no eye pitied them, his eye did. c-crq dx n1 vvd pno32, po31 n1 vdd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 50
364 When sinners, and Satan rather laugh at their misery, and say, Aha, Aha, so would wee have it. When Sinners, and Satan rather laugh At their misery, and say, Aha, Aha, so would we have it. c-crq n2, cc np1 av vvb p-acp po32 n1, cc vvi, uh, uh, av vmd pns12 vhb pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 50
365 Christ he as it were sighs to see their sorrows, and indeed pities their souls: Hence it is said, Isa. 63.9. In his love, and in his pity hee redeemed them (it was real pity it did work) and he bare them, and carried them all the days of old. christ he as it were sighs to see their sorrows, and indeed pities their Souls: Hence it is said, Isaiah 63.9. In his love, and in his pity he redeemed them (it was real pity it did work) and he bore them, and carried them all the days of old. np1 pns31 p-acp pn31 vbdr vvz pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc av vvz po32 n2: av pn31 vbz vvn, np1 crd. p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvd pno32 (pn31 vbds j n1 pn31 vdd vvi) cc pns31 vvd pno32, cc vvd pno32 d dt n2 pp-f j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 50
366 3 The love of Sympathy (which in truth is but a high degree of pity ) is also contained in the love of Christ to beleevers. 3 The love of sympathy (which in truth is but a high degree of pity) is also contained in the love of christ to believers. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 (r-crq p-acp n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1) vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 50
367 Men sympathize with those whom they love; Men sympathise with those whom they love; np1 vvi p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvb; (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 50
368 when they do (as it were) take up their miseries upon themselves, and be as if they were in their Friends case. when they do (as it were) take up their misery's upon themselves, and be as if they were in their Friends case. c-crq pns32 vdb (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp px32, cc vbi c-acp cs pns32 vbdr p-acp po32 n2 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 50
369 Thus doth Jesus Christ, when hee sees any beleever groan either under sin, or sadness, he comes, Thus does jesus christ, when he sees any believer groan either under since, or sadness, he comes, av vdz np1 np1, c-crq pns31 vvz d n1 vvi av-d p-acp n1, cc n1, pns31 vvz, (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 51
370 and by a sympathy doth afflict himself (For in all their afflictions (saith the Prophet) he was afflicted, Isa. 63.9.) as if he himself was in their sadness, and under their sin. and by a Sympathy does afflict himself (For in all their afflictions (Says the Prophet) he was afflicted, Isaiah 63.9.) as if he himself was in their sadness, and under their since. cc p-acp dt n1 vdz vvi px31 (c-acp p-acp d po32 n2 (vvz dt n1) pns31 vbds vvn, np1 crd.) c-acp cs pns31 px31 vbds p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp po32 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 51
371 The Author to the Hebrews tells us, Wee have not an high Priest who cannot NONLATINALPHABET i. e. The Author to the Hebrews tells us, we have not an high Priest who cannot i. e. dt n1 p-acp dt njp2 vvz pno12, pns12 vhb xx dt j n1 r-crq vmbx uh. sy. (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 51
372 sympathize with our infirmities, cha. 4.15. His meaning is, that indeed our high Priest, Jesus Christ, doth sympathize with beleevers in their sorrows. And in Chap. 5.2. it is said of Christ, that he can have compassion of the ignorant; sympathise with our infirmities, cham. 4.15. His meaning is, that indeed our high Priest, jesus christ, does sympathise with believers in their sorrows. And in Chap. 5.2. it is said of christ, that he can have compassion of the ignorant; vvb p-acp po12 n2, pns11. crd. po31 n1 vbz, cst av po12 j n1, np1 np1, vdz vvi p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2. cc p-acp np1 crd. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, cst pns31 vmb vhi n1 pp-f dt j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 51
373 that word is NONLATINALPHABET and it signifies as much as, Hee knoweth how to pity according to the measure of our misery. that word is and it signifies as much as, He Knoweth how to pity according to the measure of our misery. cst n1 vbz cc pn31 vvz p-acp d c-acp, pns31 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 51
374 Let the misery be never so great (for with reference to great measure ) I beleeve the Metaphor is used) Jesus Christ knows how to measure out as great a measure of sympathy, as is needful. Let the misery be never so great (for with Referente to great measure) I believe the Metaphor is used) jesus christ knows how to measure out as great a measure of Sympathy, as is needful. vvb dt n1 vbb av-x av j (c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp j vvb) pns11 vvb dt n1 vbz vvn) np1 np1 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvb av p-acp j dt vvb pp-f n1, c-acp vbz j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 51
375 So that Christs love to Beleevers you see contains in it also the love of sympathy. So that Christ love to Believers you see contains in it also the love of Sympathy. av cst npg1 n1 p-acp n2 pn22 vvb vvz p-acp pn31 av dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 52
376 Lastly, For the love of complacency (which indeed is the highest degree of love) this also is in Christs love contained. Lastly, For the love of complacency (which indeed is the highest degree of love) this also is in Christ love contained. ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (r-crq av vbz dt js n1 pp-f n1) d av vbz p-acp npg1 n1 vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 52
377 You have a description of this love of complacency (and a demonstration also of the thing in hand) Zeph. 3.17. The Lord thy God (which I understand of Christ) in the middest of thee, is mighty, he will save, he will rejoyce over thee with joy: You have a description of this love of complacency (and a demonstration also of the thing in hand) Zephaniah 3.17. The Lord thy God (which I understand of christ) in the midst of thee, is mighty, he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy: pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 (cc dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1) np1 crd. dt n1 po21 np1 (r-crq pns11 vvb pp-f np1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno21, vbz j, pns31 vmb vvi, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 52
378 he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing. he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing. pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp vvg. (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 52
379 It is the nature of the love of complacency to rest in its self, and to rejoyce in its lettings out unto its object, as it were with singing. Thus doth Christ to beleevers: It is the nature of the love of complacency to rest in its self, and to rejoice in its lettings out unto its Object, as it were with singing. Thus does christ to believers: pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2 av p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp vvg. av vdz np1 p-acp n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 52
380 He first loves them, and then rests in that love, and after solaceth himself in their souls, He First loves them, and then rests in that love, and After solaceth himself in their Souls, pns31 ord vvz pno32, cc av vvz p-acp d n1, cc a-acp vvz px31 p-acp po32 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 52
381 & rejoyceth with singing, while he rests in his love, with them, over them, in them. & Rejoiceth with singing, while he rests in his love, with them, over them, in them. cc vvz p-acp vvg, cs pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, p-acp pno32, p-acp pno32, p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 52
382 Look as the Father did from all eternity, by his love of complacency, rest in the Son, Look as the Father did from all eternity, by his love of complacency, rest in the Son, n1 p-acp dt n1 vdd p-acp d n1, p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 52
383 and took his delight in him, as it is, Prov. 8.30. So doth Jesus Christ rest in beleeverss, and he solaceth himself in their persons; and took his delight in him, as it is, Curae 8.30. So does jesus christ rest in beleeverss, and he solaceth himself in their Persons; cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pn31 vbz, np1 crd. np1 vdz np1 np1 n1 p-acp n1, cc pns31 vvz px31 p-acp po32 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 52
384 for as it is there added, ver. 31. His delights were in the sons of men. for as it is there added, ver. 31. His delights were in the Sons of men. c-acp c-acp pn31 vbz a-acp vvn, fw-la. crd po31 n2 vbdr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 53
385 Thus doth Christs love to beleevers (you see) comprehend in it this highest kinde, (or rather degree ) of love, viz. that of complacency. Thus does Christ love to believers (you see) comprehend in it this highest kind, (or rather degree) of love, viz. that of complacency. av vdz npg1 n1 p-acp n2 (pn22 vvb) vvb p-acp pn31 d js n1, (cc av-c n1) pp-f n1, n1 cst pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 53
386 So that (now to wind up the demonstration) Look as the Sea doth transcend all other Rivers, because that they all come, and empty themselves into it: So that (now to wind up the demonstration) Look as the Sea does transcend all other rivers, Because that they all come, and empty themselves into it: av d (av pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1) vvb p-acp dt n1 vdz vvi d j-jn n2, p-acp cst pns32 d vvb, cc vvi px32 p-acp pn31: (6) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 53
387 In like manner doth the love of Christ excel all loves whatsoever, and is transcendent; In like manner does the love of christ excel all loves whatsoever, and is transcendent; p-acp j n1 vdz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi d n2 r-crq, cc vbz j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 53
388 In as much as all the kindes, acts, or degrees of love which run up and down among the creatures, (as it were in several Chanels) do all meet, and empty themselves in Christs bosome, as into the vast ocean of love, and thence flow forth into the bosomes of Beleevers, as the sole choyce peculiar Cisterns of the same: great, high, transcendent love. In as much as all the Kinds, acts, or Degrees of love which run up and down among the creatures, (as it were in several Channels) do all meet, and empty themselves in Christ bosom, as into the vast Ocean of love, and thence flow forth into the bosoms of Believers, as the sole choice peculiar Cisterns of the same: great, high, transcendent love. p-acp c-acp d c-acp d dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vvb a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n2, (c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp j n2) vdb d vvi, cc vvb px32 p-acp npg1 n1, a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc av vvb av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt j n1 j n2 pp-f dt d: j, j, j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 53
389 But because my design is a little to lose my self in this Discourse of love. But Because my Design is a little to loose my self in this Discourse of love. p-acp c-acp po11 n1 vbz dt j p-acp vvb po11 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 54
390 I shall for the further making out, and discovery of the transcendency of Christs love to Beleevers, Speak to it more particularly: I shall for the further making out, and discovery of the transcendency of Christ love to Believers, Speak to it more particularly: pns11 vmb p-acp dt av-jc vvg av, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2, vvb p-acp pn31 av-dc av-jn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 54
391 And at this time I shall touch at the substance and circumstances of this love, and in both, shew how it doth transcend, and passe all knowledge. And At this time I shall touch At the substance and Circumstances of this love, and in both, show how it does transcend, and pass all knowledge. cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f d n1, cc p-acp d, vvb c-crq pn31 vdz vvi, cc vvi d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 54
392 1 For the substance of the love of Christ to Beleevers: It is such as if rightly (i. e. spiritually ) considered: 1 For the substance of the love of christ to Believers: It is such as if rightly (i. e. spiritually) considered: vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2: pn31 vbz d c-acp cs av-jn (uh. sy. av-j) vvd: (6) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 54
393 will appear to be transcendent. There are (to omit others) but four things which I shall touch upon briefly, will appear to be transcendent. There Are (to omit Others) but four things which I shall touch upon briefly, vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j. pc-acp vbr (p-acp vvi n2-jn) p-acp crd n2 r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp av-j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 54
394 as the substantial declarations of the Hyperbolical excellency of this love. as the substantial declarations of the Hyperbolical excellency of this love. c-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 54
395 viz. 1 The nature 2 The degrees 3 The duration 4 The operation of this love. viz. 1 The nature 2 The Degrees 3 The duration 4 The operation of this love. n1 crd dt n1 crd dt n2 crd dt n1 crd dt n1 pp-f d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 54
396 1 To begin with the Nature of Christs love to Beleevers, It is transcendent, it being of the same nature that the Fathers is to him. 1 To begin with the Nature of Christ love to Believers, It is transcendent, it being of the same nature that the Father's is to him. vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2, pn31 vbz j, pn31 vbg pp-f dt d n1 cst dt n2 vbz p-acp pno31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 55
397 Jesus Christ loves beleevers with the same kind, or nature of love, with which the Father loves himself. jesus christ loves believers with the same kind, or nature of love, with which the Father loves himself. np1 np1 vvz n2 p-acp dt d n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz px31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 55
398 His love to them, and his Fathers love to him, for nature are all one: His love to them, and his Father's love to him, for nature Are all one: po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cc po31 n2 vvb p-acp pno31, c-acp n1 vbr d pi: (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 55
399 And if there be transcendency in the one, ( viz. the Fathers love to Christ) there must needs be also in the other, ( viz. Christs love to Beleevers) for they are in their nature both the same. And if there be transcendency in the one, (viz. the Father's love to christ) there must needs be also in the other, (viz. Christ love to Believers) for they Are in their nature both the same. cc cs pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp dt pi, (n1 dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1) pc-acp vmb av vbi av p-acp dt n-jn, (n1 npg1 n1 p-acp n2) c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp po32 n1 d dt d. (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 55
400 Christ himself bears record to this truth. As the Father hath loved me, so I have loved you, Joh. 15.9. That you may fully feel the weight of this demonstration, take it in these three Conclusions briefly. christ himself bears record to this truth. As the Father hath loved me, so I have loved you, John 15.9. That you may Fully feel the weight of this demonstration, take it in these three Conclusions briefly. np1 px31 vvz n1 p-acp d n1. p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno11, av pns11 vhb vvn pn22, np1 crd. cst pn22 vmb av-j vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvb pn31 p-acp d crd n2 av-j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 55
401 1 Of all love, that is the most transcendent love which is in God. For God (as the Spirit saith) is love, 1 Joh. 4.16. 1 Of all love, that is the most transcendent love which is in God. For God (as the Spirit Says) is love, 1 John 4.16. crd pp-f d n1, cst vbz dt av-ds j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1. p-acp np1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz) p-acp|dt n1, vvn np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 55
402 Water in the Fountain is the sweetest, and love, in like manner, in God is clearest, Water in the Fountain is the Sweetest, and love, in like manner, in God is Clearest, n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz dt js, cc n1, p-acp j n1, p-acp np1 vbz js, (6) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 55
403 for he is the God of love, 2 Cor. 13.11. Look as light in the Sun is the most transcendent; for he is the God of love, 2 Cor. 13.11. Look as Light in the Sun is the most transcendent; c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd. n1 p-acp j p-acp dt n1 vbz dt av-ds j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 55
404 So love in God must needs transcend, because love is in him, as light is in the Sun, i. e. So love in God must needs transcend, Because love is in him, as Light is in the Sun, i. e. av vvb p-acp np1 vmb av vvi, c-acp vvb vbz p-acp pno31, c-acp j vbz p-acp dt n1, sy. sy. (6) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 56
405 In its primo, and proper orbe or seat. In its primo, and proper orb or seat. p-acp po31 fw-la, cc j n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 56
406 And indeed, as every beam of light is but the irradiation of the Sun, so all the love which is in the bosomes of Creatures, is but like some little drops of dew, which first fell from the Heaven of love, Gods bosome. And indeed, as every beam of Light is but the irradiation of the Sun, so all the love which is in the bosoms of Creatures, is but like Some little drops of due, which First fell from the Heaven of love, God's bosom. cc av, c-acp d n1 pp-f j vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av d dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, vbz cc-acp av-j d j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq ord vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, ng1 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 56
407 2 Of all the love which is in God, that is the most transcendent, which he lets out to Christ. 2 Of all the love which is in God, that is the most transcendent, which he lets out to christ. crd pp-f d dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1, cst vbz dt av-ds j, r-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 56
408 It is Christs glory that he is crowned with the flower, beauty, and glory of the fathers love. Jesus Christ was he, who is still, not only the beloved, but the wel-beloved of the Father; It is Christ glory that he is crowned with the flower, beauty, and glory of the Father's love. jesus christ was he, who is still, not only the Beloved, but the well-beloved of the Father; pn31 vbz npg1 n1 cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb. np1 np1 vbds pns31, r-crq vbz av, xx av-j dt vvn, p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 56
409 in whom he was well pleased, i. e. In whom the Father did rest in the highest degree of his love. in whom he was well pleased, i. e. In whom the Father did rest in the highest degree of his love. p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds av vvn, sy. sy. p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vdd vvi p-acp dt js n1 pp-f po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 56
410 And apparent it is, by all the actions of God, that he loyed Christ with the most transcendent kind of love. And apparent it is, by all the actions of God, that he loyed christ with the most transcendent kind of love. cc j pn31 vbz, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vvd np1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 56
411 In as much as that he made all things for him, gives all things to him, In as much as that he made all things for him, gives all things to him, p-acp p-acp d c-acp cst pns31 vvn d n2 p-acp pno31, vvz d n2 p-acp pno31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 56
412 and lets not out so much as a drop of love to any creature, but that it first runs into his bosome, and lets not out so much as a drop of love to any creature, but that it First runs into his bosom, cc vvz xx av av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, cc-acp cst pn31 ord vvz p-acp po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 56
413 and so through him to the Creature. and so through him to the Creature. cc av p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 57
414 The very spirits and quintessence of that love which is in Gods bosome, was let out (and that without measure ) into Christs. Now, The very spirits and quintessence of that love which is in God's bosom, was let out (and that without measure) into Christ. Now, dt j n2 cc n1 pp-f cst vvb r-crq vbz p-acp ng1 n1, vbds vvn av (cc cst p-acp n1) p-acp npg1. av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 57
415 3 That love which Christ bears to beleevers, is the same which he had from the Father. 3 That love which christ bears to believers, is the same which he had from the Father. crd cst vvb r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n2, vbz dt d r-crq pns31 vhd p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 57
416 As it flowed from the Fathers bosome into his, so it flows from his bosome into beleevers; As it flowed from the Father's bosom into his, so it flows from his bosom into believers; p-acp pn31 vvd p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp png31, av pn31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 57
417 It is the same love for nature, and quality. As every drop of the Sea is the same for quality, that all the water in the Sea is: It is the same love for nature, and quality. As every drop of the Sea is the same for quality, that all the water in the Sea is: pn31 vbz dt d n1 p-acp n1, cc n1. p-acp d vvb pp-f dt n1 vbz dt d p-acp n1, cst d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz: (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 57
418 So every drop of love which falls in upon the bosomes of Beleevers, from Christs, is of the self-same nature, and is the same for quality, which the Father bears to him. So every drop of love which falls in upon the bosoms of Believers, from Christ, is of the selfsame nature, and is the same for quality, which the Father bears to him. av d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp npg1, vbz pp-f dt j n1, cc vbz dt d p-acp n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 57
419 Indeed there is difference in the quantity. And the reason is, because our Cisternes are not so capacious as Christs Cistern. And yet so much as we can contain, we shall have, Indeed there is difference in the quantity. And the reason is, Because our Cisterns Are not so capacious as Christ Cistern. And yet so much as we can contain, we shall have, np1 a-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt n1. cc dt n1 vbz, c-acp po12 n2 vbr xx av j c-acp npg1 n1. cc av av av-d c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, pns12 vmb vhi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 57
420 as I shall shew by and by. as I shall show by and by. c-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp cc p-acp. (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 57
421 So that now, herein is the first thing, wherein the transcendency of Christs love to Beleevers appeareth; So that now, herein is the First thing, wherein the transcendency of Christ love to Believers appears; av cst av, av vbz dt ord n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2 vvz; (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 57
422 It is the same for nature with that which the Father shews to himself. It is the same for nature with that which the Father shows to himself. pn31 vbz dt d p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp px31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 58
423 Hence it was, and is, that Christ both did, doth, and will, declare the Fathers name to beleevers, that (as it is, Joh. 17. ult.) the love wherewith the Father loved him, may be in them, as he himself is in them. Hence it was, and is, that christ both did, does, and will, declare the Father's name to believers, that (as it is, John 17. ult.) the love wherewith the Father loved him, may be in them, as he himself is in them. av pn31 vbds, cc vbz, cst np1 d vdd, vdz, cc vmb, vvb dt ng1 n1 p-acp n2, cst (c-acp pn31 vbz, np1 crd n1.) dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31, vmb vbi p-acp pno32, c-acp pns31 px31 vbz p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 58
424 2 If we consider the degrees in which, or the measure according to which Christ lets out his love to Beleevers, we shall see it is transcendent in that also. 2 If we Consider the Degrees in which, or the measure according to which christ lets out his love to Believers, we shall see it is transcendent in that also. crd cs pns12 vvb dt n2 p-acp r-crq, cc dt vvb vvg p-acp r-crq np1 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp n2, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 vbz j p-acp cst av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 58
425 Christ fils the bosome of beleevers with is much love as they can hold. christ fills the bosom of believers with is much love as they can hold. np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp vbz d n1 c-acp pns32 vmb vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 58
426 The creature when enlarged to the utmost, is not capable, neither can it contain more then they have, The creature when enlarged to the utmost, is not capable, neither can it contain more then they have, dt n1 c-crq vvn p-acp dt j, vbz xx j, dx vmb pn31 vvi dc cs pns32 vhb, (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 58
427 So that as the nature of the love is high; in like manner the degree is full. So that as the nature of the love is high; in like manner the degree is full. av cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j; p-acp j n1 dt n1 vbz j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 58
428 The Prophet Jeremiah speaking of Gods wrath against sinners, useth a Metaphor in which he compares Gods wrath unto Wine (as also the Psalmist doth, Psal. 75.8.) and sinners unto bottles; and setting out the degree of that wrath, He saith, every bottle is full of wine, Jerem. 13.12. Beloved, Christs love is compared to Wine also, Cant. 1.4. The Prophet Jeremiah speaking of God's wrath against Sinners, uses a Metaphor in which he compares God's wrath unto Wine (as also the Psalmist does, Psalm 75.8.) and Sinners unto bottles; and setting out the degree of that wrath, He Says, every Bottle is full of wine, Jeremiah 13.12. beloved, Christ love is compared to Wine also, Cant 1.4. dt n1 np1 vvg pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2, vvz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz npg1 n1 p-acp n1 (c-acp av dt n1 vdz, np1 crd.) cc n2 p-acp n2; cc vvg av dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vvz, d n1 vbz j pp-f n1, np1 crd. j-vvn, npg1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 av, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 59
429 And if you compare the bosomes of Beleevers unto bottles, (as you may) then certainly know, every bosome is full of the wine of Christs love. The Justice of the Father is not more exact to fill the bosome of sinnets with his wrath, than the grace of the Son, is free to fill the bosomes of Beleevers with his love. Hence it is that he saith, Open thy mouth wide, and I will fill it, Psal. 81.10. You read a Box of Oyntment, which when it was opened, the whole house was filled with the odour thereof, Joh. 13.3. such a Box of Oyntment is the bosome of Christ, (as may bee gathered from Cant. 1.3. which being opened in the houses, i. e. the hearts of beleevers, fills them [ full ] with the sweet favour thereof. And if you compare the bosoms of Believers unto bottles, (as you may) then Certainly know, every bosom is full of the wine of Christ love. The justice of the Father is not more exact to fill the bosom of sinnets with his wrath, than the grace of the Son, is free to fill the bosoms of Believers with his love. Hence it is that he Says, Open thy Mouth wide, and I will fill it, Psalm 81.10. You read a Box of Ointment, which when it was opened, the Whole house was filled with the odour thereof, John 13.3. such a Box of Ointment is the bosom of christ, (as may be gathered from Cant 1.3. which being opened in the houses, i. e. the hearts of believers, fills them [ full ] with the sweet favour thereof. cc cs pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n2, (c-acp pn22 vmb) av av-j vvi, d n1 vbz j pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx av-dc j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po31 n1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz j p-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp po31 n1. av pn31 vbz cst pns31 vvz, vvb po21 n1 j, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31, np1 crd. pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq c-crq pn31 vbds vvn, dt j-jn n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 av, np1 crd. d dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, (c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 crd. r-crq vbg vvn p-acp dt n2, sy. sy. dt n2 pp-f n2, vvz pno32 [ j ] p-acp dt j n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 59
430 And indeed, as Christ bids beleevers ask the Father, that their joy might be full: So hee is as bountiful himself (as he would have his Father to be) and therefore without their asking (for he loveth first ) he lets out, And indeed, as christ bids believers ask the Father, that their joy might be full: So he is as bountiful himself (as he would have his Father to be) and Therefore without their asking (for he loves First) he lets out, cc av, c-acp np1 vvz n2 vvi dt n1, cst po32 n1 vmd vbi j: av pns31 vbz p-acp j px31 (c-acp pns31 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi) cc av p-acp po32 vvg (c-acp pns31 vvz ord) pns31 vvz av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 60
431 yea and fills them with his love. yea and fills them with his love. uh cc vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 60
432 In this life beleevers have (at least might) as much love as faith can let in; In this life believers have (At least might) as much love as faith can let in; p-acp d n1 n2 vhb (p-acp ds n1) p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp; (6) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 60
433 and if the soul be not full, it is only because the mouth is narrow (as the bottle with the narrow neck in the Ocean; and if the soul be not full, it is only Because the Mouth is narrow (as the Bottle with the narrow neck in the Ocean; cc cs dt n1 vbb xx j, pn31 vbz j c-acp dt n1 vbz j (c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 60
434 ) And hereafter, as much as vision it self can swallow. So that now the transcendent fulnesse of that degree in which Christ lets out his love to beleevers, doth evidently declare the love to be transcendent also. ) And hereafter, as much as vision it self can swallow. So that now the transcendent fullness of that degree in which christ lets out his love to believers, does evidently declare the love to be transcendent also. ) cc av, c-acp d c-acp n1 pn31 n1 vmb vvi. av cst av dt j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp n2, vdz av-j vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi j av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 60
435 3 Adde to both these the consideration of the duration of Christs love to beleevers; and this will further demonstrate its transcendency. 3 Add to both these the consideration of the duration of Christ love to believers; and this will further demonstrate its transcendency. crd vvb p-acp d d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2; cc d vmb av-jc vvi po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 60
436 As the nature is high, and the degree full, so the duration is constant, and perpetual. As the nature is high, and the degree full, so the duration is constant, and perpetual. p-acp dt n1 vbz j, cc dt n1 j, av dt n1 vbz j, cc j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 60
437 Having loved his own, he loved them, els NONLATINALPHABET i. e, to the end; it may be, to the perfection, Joh. 13.1. Christs love is once and ever. Having loved his own, he loved them, Else i. e, to the end; it may be, to the perfection, John 13.1. Christ love is once and ever. vhg vvn po31 d, pns31 vvd pno32, av uh. sy, p-acp dt n1; pn31 vmb vbi, p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. npg1 n1 vbz a-acp cc av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 60
438 It is of the same nature with himself, unchangeable. It is of the same nature with himself, unchangeable. pn31 vbz pp-f dt d n1 p-acp px31, j-u. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 60
439 As nothing in Beleevers was so good as to make him to set his love upon them; As nothing in Believers was so good as to make him to Set his love upon them; p-acp pix p-acp n2 vbds av j c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 61
440 so nothing is so bad, as doth make him take it off again. so nothing is so bad, as does make him take it off again. av pix vbz av j, c-acp vdz vvi pno31 vvi pn31 a-acp av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 61
441 Indeed sometime the visible actings, or demonstrations, may be concealed, but still the love it self remains sure, and is never violated; Indeed sometime the visible actings, or demonstrations, may be concealed, but still the love it self remains sure, and is never violated; np1 av dt j n2, cc n2, vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp av dt n1 pn31 n1 vvz j, cc vbz av-x vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 61
442 That look as Divines say of Christ upon the Crosse, The beatifical vision was suspended, but the hypostatical union was not dissolved; That look as Divines say of christ upon the Cross, The beatifical vision was suspended, but the hypostatical Union was not dissolved; cst vvb p-acp n2-jn vvb pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 vbds vvn, cc-acp dt j n1 vbds xx vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 61
443 In like manner, though the light of Christs love may be for a time obscured, yet the life thereof is still preserved. In like manner, though the Light of Christ love may be for a time obscured, yet the life thereof is still preserved. p-acp j n1, cs dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 vvn, av dt n1 av vbz av vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 61
444 The love may be dark sometime, but dyes never. There is nothing, no not sin, that can totally, and finally separate between Christs love, and a beleevers soul. The love may be dark sometime, but dies never. There is nothing, no not since, that can totally, and finally separate between Christ love, and a believers soul. dt n1 vmb vbi j av, cc-acp vvz av. pc-acp vbz pix, uh-dx xx n1, cst vmb av-j, cc av-j vvi p-acp npg1 n1, cc dt n2 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 61
445 Paul asketh the question, (to this day it is unanswered, yea and unanswerable) What shall separate? Rom. 8.35. The mountains shall depart, and the hills shall be removed (saith Christ) but my kindnesse shall not depart, Isa. 54.10. Beleevers, those high Hills which you sometimes see, at whose sight ye wonder: Paul asks the question, (to this day it is unanswered, yea and unanswerable) What shall separate? Rom. 8.35. The Mountains shall depart, and the hills shall be removed (Says christ) but my kindness shall not depart, Isaiah 54.10. Believers, those high Hills which you sometime see, At whose sighed you wonder: np1 vvz dt n1, (p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz j, uh cc j) q-crq vmb vvi? np1 crd. dt n2 vmb vvi, cc dt n2 vmb vbi vvn (vvz np1) p-acp po11 n1 vmb xx vvi, np1 crd. n2, d j n2 r-crq pn22 av vvb, p-acp rg-crq n1 pn22 vvb: (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 61
446 And the mighty mountains which you behold sometime, and are amazed at their vastnesse; those very hills and mountains not only may, but shall depart: And the mighty Mountains which you behold sometime, and Are amazed At their vastness; those very hills and Mountains not only may, but shall depart: cc dt j n2 r-crq pn22 vvb av, cc vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1; d j n2 cc n2 xx av-j vmb, cc-acp vmb vvi: (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 62
447 But yet the love of Christ towards you, is so transcendently high, and sure, that it shall not, nay cannot depart. But yet the love of christ towards you, is so transcendently high, and sure, that it shall not, nay cannot depart. cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22, vbz av av-j j, cc j, cst pn31 vmb xx, uh-x vmbx vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 62
448 So that, as the very heavens themselves wax old like a garment, and yet the person of Christ remaineth; So that, as the very heavens themselves wax old like a garment, and yet the person of christ remains; av cst, c-acp dt j n2 px32 vvb j av-j dt n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz; (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 62
449 even so shall heaven, earth, every creature wax old, decay, and dye; But still the love of Christ towards beleevers, shall continue young, fresh, and flourishing: even so shall heaven, earth, every creature wax old, decay, and die; But still the love of christ towards believers, shall continue young, fresh, and flourishing: av av vmb n1, n1, d n1 vvb j, n1, cc vvi; cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, vmb vvi j, j, cc j-vvg: (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 62
450 Such is its duration, such shall be its continuance. Such is its duration, such shall be its Continuance. d vbz po31 n1, d vmb vbi po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 62
451 Indeed the very life of Christ, must depart, and he dye again, ere his love to his can decay: Indeed the very life of christ, must depart, and he die again, ere his love to his can decay: np1 dt j n1 pp-f np1, vmb vvi, cc pns31 vvi av, c-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 vmb vvi: (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 62
452 For his love is not only the Beleevers life, but his own, (as was hinted formerly) O the transcendency of this love, which shall thus last. For his love is not only the Believers life, but his own, (as was hinted formerly) O the transcendency of this love, which shall thus last. c-acp po31 n1 vbz xx av-j dt n2 n1, cc-acp po31 d, (c-acp vbds vvn av-j) sy dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vmb av vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 62
453 4 Consider now in the last place, the operation of Christs love to beleevers; 4 Consider now in the last place, the operation of Christ love to believers; crd np1 av p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 62
454 and you shall see its transcendency answerable to its nature, degree, and duration. We guesse at the transcendency of things by the noblenesse of their operations. and you shall see its transcendency answerable to its nature, degree, and duration. We guess At the transcendency of things by the nobleness of their operations. cc pn22 vmb vvi po31 n1 j p-acp po31 n1, n1, cc n1. pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 63
455 It is a certain rule, the more noble any thing doth operate, the more noble it is in its self. It is a certain Rule, the more noble any thing does operate, the more noble it is in its self. pn31 vbz dt j n1, dt av-dc j d n1 vdz vvi, dt av-dc j pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 63
456 Love of all the affections being the most noble, answerably it hath the most noble operations. Love of all the affections being the most noble, answerably it hath the most noble operations. n1 pp-f d dt n2 vbg dt av-ds j, av-j pn31 vhz dt av-ds j n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 63
457 Christs love will easily appear to be transcendent, if we consider how much more nobly it operates than any other love in the world. Christ love will Easily appear to be transcendent, if we Consider how much more nobly it operates than any other love in the world. npg1 n1 vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vbi j, cs pns12 vvb c-crq av-d av-dc av-j pn31 vvz cs d j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 63
458 From the first point of time untill this, yea and till time shall be no more; From the First point of time until this, yea and till time shall be no more; p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1 c-acp d, uh cc p-acp n1 vmb vbi dx av-dc; (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 63
459 the operations of Christs love to beleevers, have been, are, and shall bee transcendently glorious and noble. the operations of Christ love to believers, have been, Are, and shall be transcendently glorious and noble. dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2, vhb vbn, vbr, cc vmb vbi av-j j cc j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 63
460 I shall not in this place so curiously search into all actions of Christ (because I shall more particularly speak to them by themselves) to let them therefore passe; I shall not in this place so curiously search into all actions of christ (Because I shall more particularly speak to them by themselves) to let them Therefore pass; pns11 vmb xx p-acp d n1 av av-j vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f np1 (c-acp pns11 vmb av-dc av-j vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp px32) pc-acp vvi pno32 av vvi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 63
461 I shall only instance in five particulars, and in them you shall see the transcendent operations of the love of Christ to beleevers. I shall only instance in five particulars, and in them you shall see the transcendent operations of the love of christ to believers. pns11 vmb av-j n1 p-acp crd n2-j, cc p-acp pno32 pn22 vmb vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 64
462 1 There was no condition so low, unto which Christ did not condescend, to declare that his love did transcend. High love stoops low; 1 There was no condition so low, unto which christ did not condescend, to declare that his love did transcend. High love stoops low; crd a-acp vbds dx n1 av j, p-acp r-crq np1 vdd xx vvi, pc-acp vvi cst po31 n1 vdd vvi. j n1 vvz av-j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 64
463 and the higher still the love is, the lower still it stoops. You may take loves elevation, by its condescention; and the higher still the love is, the lower still it stoops. You may take loves elevation, by its condescension; cc dt jc av dt n1 vbz, dt jc av pn31 vvz. pn22 vmb vvi vvz n1, p-acp po31 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 64
464 and the lower still that you observe love condescendeth, the higher alway you must conclude it is elevated. and the lower still that you observe love condescendeth, the higher always you must conclude it is elevated. cc dt jc av cst pn22 vvb n1 vvz, dt jc av pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vbz vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 64
465 I think it was but a fancy, which one reporteth of a great Prince, who (it is said) took upon him both the habit, I think it was but a fancy, which one Reporteth of a great Prince, who (it is said) took upon him both the habit, pns11 vvb pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1, r-crq crd vvz pp-f dt j n1, r-crq (pn31 vbz vvn) vvd p-acp pno31 d dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 64
466 and imployment of a Days-man, working to build a House (in which his beloved was) that he might visit her. and employment of a Dayman, working to built a House (in which his Beloved was) that he might visit her. cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 (p-acp r-crq po31 j-vvn vbds) d pns31 vmd vvi pno31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 64
467 Yet let me tell you, it is no fancy, but a reality in Jesus Christ, that out of the height of his love to beleevers, hee took upon him both the form, and the imployment of a Days-man, (which some think, Yet let me tell you, it is no fancy, but a reality in jesus christ, that out of the height of his love to believers, he took upon him both the from, and the employment of a Dayman, (which Some think, av vvb pno11 vvi pn22, pn31 vbz dx n1, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 np1, cst av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n2, pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 d dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (r-crq d vvb, (6) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 64
468 though I do not, to be intended in that of Job 9.33.) to declare not only his obedience to his Father, but his love to beleevers. though I do not, to be intended in that of Job 9.33.) to declare not only his Obedience to his Father, but his love to believers. cs pns11 vdb xx, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d pp-f np1 crd.) pc-acp vvi xx av-j po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 64
469 He emptied himself, or made himself vain (for so the word NONLATINALPHABET may be translated) and took upon him the form of a Servant, &c. Phil. 2.7. Christ became of no reputation, that his love to Beleevers might bee of high reputation. He emptied himself, or made himself vain (for so the word may be translated) and took upon him the from of a Servant, etc. Philip 2.7. christ became of no reputation, that his love to Believers might be of high reputation. pns31 vvn px31, cc vvd px31 j (c-acp av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn) cc vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av np1 crd. np1 vvd pp-f dx n1, cst po31 n1 p-acp n2 vmd vbi pp-f j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 65
470 O how nobly did Christs love operate towards beleevers, when he stooped so low for their sakes! O how nobly did Christ love operate towards believers, when he stooped so low for their sakes! sy c-crq av-j vdd npg1 n1 vvi p-acp n2, c-crq pns31 vvd av av-j p-acp po32 n2! (6) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 65
471 2 There was no action so mean, which he did not cheerfully undertake, to declare his love to beleevers. 2 There was no actium so mean, which he did not cheerfully undertake, to declare his love to believers. crd a-acp vbds dx n1 av j, r-crq pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 65
472 Royall love doth (as it were) debase the Soul, to any (though the meanest) service, to declare it self. Royal love does (as it were) debase the Soul, to any (though the Meanest) service, to declare it self. j n1 vdz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvi dt n1, p-acp d (cs dt js) n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 65
473 Jacob will bee a Servant, and keep Sheep in the heat of Summer, and the cold of Winter, rather than not shew his love to Rachel. And Jesus Christ will wash his Disciples feet (a mean imployment) and though he be Lord of all, will be a servant unto all his Disciples, that hee may not only teach them humility, Jacob will be a Servant, and keep Sheep in the heat of Summer, and the cold of Winter, rather than not show his love to Rachel. And jesus christ will wash his Disciples feet (a mean employment) and though he be Lord of all, will be a servant unto all his Disciples, that he may not only teach them humility, np1 vmb vbi dt n1, cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n-jn pp-f n1, av-c cs xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1. cc np1 np1 vmb vvi po31 n2 n2 (dt j n1) cc cs pns31 vbb n1 pp-f d, vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2, cst pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi pno32 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 65
474 and love one unto another, but also that he may declare the height and transcendency of love unto them all. and love one unto Another, but also that he may declare the height and transcendency of love unto them all. cc vvb pi p-acp n-jn, cc-acp av cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 d. (6) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 66
475 3 There is no failing so foul, which he doth not passe by, to declare the surpassing greatness of his love to beleevers. 3 There is no failing so foul, which he does not pass by, to declare the surpassing greatness of his love to believers. crd a-acp vbz dx vvg av j, r-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 66
476 Great love passeth by, and pardoneth, great faults; Great love passes by, and Pardoneth, great Faults; j n1 vvz p-acp, cc n1, j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 66
477 And the greater the faults are which be committed, the greater is the love by which they are pardoned. And the greater the Faults Are which be committed, the greater is the love by which they Are pardoned. cc dt jc dt n2 vbr r-crq vbb vvn, dt jc vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 66
478 Peter failed grosly, when he denied, and forswore his Master: But love operated transcendently, when it passed that by. Peter failed grossly, when he denied, and forswore his Master: But love operated transcendently, when it passed that by. np1 vvd av-j, c-crq pns31 vvd, cc vvd po31 n1: cc-acp vvb vvn av-j, c-crq pn31 vvd cst p-acp. (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 66
479 What failing more grosse against the bed of love, than Adultery? Surely the Sons of men will not passe it by; What failing more gross against the Bed of love, than Adultery? Surely the Sons of men will not pass it by; r-crq vvg av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs n1? av-j dt n2 pp-f n2 vmb xx vvi pn31 p-acp; (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 66
480 this fault doth transcend their love: this fault does transcend their love: d n1 vdz vvi po32 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 66
481 yet though men will not, Christ will (as it is, Jer. 3.1.) His love transcends this fault. yet though men will not, christ will (as it is, Jer. 3.1.) His love transcends this fault. av cs n2 vmb xx, np1 vmb (c-acp pn31 vbz, np1 crd.) po31 n1 vvz d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 66
482 Christs love to beleevers is far greater, and doth much transcend the love of men to their Wives, Christ love to believers is Far greater, and does much transcend the love of men to their Wives, npg1 n1 p-acp n2 vbz av-j jc, cc vdz av-d vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 66
483 and therefore he doth that which they will not, i. e. Passe by the foul failing of Adultery. and Therefore he does that which they will not, i. e. Pass by the foul failing of Adultery. cc av pns31 vdz d r-crq pns32 vmb xx, sy. sy. vvb p-acp dt j vvg pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 66
484 I take the Prophet clearly and precisely to speak this of Christ; I take the Prophet clearly and precisely to speak this of christ; pns11 vvb dt n1 av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi d pp-f np1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 67
485 for it is he alone who, as it is verse 14. is married unto beleevers. It is the glory of mans love (and then doth love operate nobly) when he passes by an offence: for it is he alone who, as it is verse 14. is married unto believers. It is the glory of men love (and then does love operate nobly) when he passes by an offence: p-acp pn31 vbz pns31 j zz, c-acp pn31 vbz n1 crd vbz vvn p-acp n2. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1 (cc av vdz n1 vvi av-j) c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 67
486 It is much more the glory of Christs love, and that shews it self transcendently glorious in its operation, by passing by the grosse, It is much more the glory of Christ love, and that shows it self transcendently glorious in its operation, by passing by the gross, pn31 vbz d av-dc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc d vvz pn31 n1 av-j j p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 67
487 and greatest failings which are in beleevers. 4 There was no gift so great, which Christ did not bestow upon Beleevers. Love produceth gifts. and greatest failings which Are in believers. 4 There was no gift so great, which christ did not bestow upon Believers. Love Produceth Gifts. cc js n2-vvg r-crq vbr p-acp n2. crd a-acp vbds dx n1 av j, r-crq np1 vdd xx vvi p-acp n2. n1 vvz n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 67
488 Isaacks love to Rebecca was seen to be great, by the great gifts he sent her, A golden earing of half a shekel weight, Isaacs love to Rebecca was seen to be great, by the great Gifts he sent her, A golden earing of half a shekel weight, np1 vvb p-acp np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi j, p-acp dt j n2 pns31 vvd pno31, dt j n-vvg pp-f n-jn dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 67
489 and two bracelets of ten shekels weight of gold, Gen. 24.22. Christ gives Grace (which is far more precious than gold) to beleevers: and two bracelets of ten shekels weight of gold, Gen. 24.22. christ gives Grace (which is Far more precious than gold) to believers: cc crd n2 pp-f crd n2 n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. np1 vvz n1 (r-crq vbz av-j av-dc j cs n1) p-acp n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 67
490 Out of his fulnesse we receive grace for grace, Joh. 1.16. Out of his fullness we receive grace for grace, John 1.16. av pp-f po31 n1 pns12 vvb n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 67
491 Nay, so great was his bounty, and so large were his gifts, That he became poor for our sakes (that was by giving) that by his poverty we might be made rich, 2 Cor ▪ 8.9. Nay, so great was his bounty, and so large were his Gifts, That he became poor for our sakes (that was by giving) that by his poverty we might be made rich, 2 Cor ▪ 8.9. uh-x, av j vbds po31 n1, cc av j vbdr po31 n2, cst pns31 vvd j p-acp po12 n2 (cst vbds p-acp vvg) d p-acp po31 n1 pns12 vmd vbi vvn j, crd np1 ▪ crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 67
492 But what greater gift than himself? yet such is the transcendent operation of Christs love, that hee gave himself for Beleevers sakes, and to their souls. But what greater gift than himself? yet such is the transcendent operation of Christ love, that he gave himself for Believers sakes, and to their Souls. p-acp r-crq jc n1 cs px31? av d vbz dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cst pns31 vvd px31 p-acp n2 n2, cc p-acp po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 68
493 5 Adde to all these, this also, that such is the transcendent love of Christ to beleevers, that there is nothing almost so mean in them, but he highly prizeth it. 5 Add to all these, this also, that such is the transcendent love of christ to believers, that there is nothing almost so mean in them, but he highly prizeth it. crd vvb p-acp d d, d av, cst d vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, cst a-acp vbz pix av av j p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns31 av-j vvz pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 68
494 Love prizes every thing in the party beloved. Love prizes every thing in the party Beloved. n1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 68
495 Christ doth both prize, and praise mean things in beleevers, because his love towards them is mighty. christ does both prize, and praise mean things in believers, Because his love towards them is mighty. np1 vdz d n1, cc vvb j n2 p-acp n2, c-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32 vbz j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 68
496 Their voyce (though inarticulate (for so the word NONLATINALPHABET signifies) is sweet, Cant. 2.10. Their love (though faint ) is fair with him, Cant. 4.10. Their gifts (though small ) are so prized, that where-ever the Gospel of his love shall be preached, the gifts of their love shall also be divulged, Mark 14.9. Their voice (though inarticulate (for so the word signifies) is sweet, Cant 2.10. Their love (though faint) is fair with him, Cant 4.10. Their Gifts (though small) Are so prized, that wherever the Gospel of his love shall be preached, the Gifts of their love shall also be divulged, Mark 14.9. po32 n1 (cs j (c-acp av dt n1 vvz) vbz j, np1 crd. po32 vvb (cs j) vbz j p-acp pno31, np1 crd. po32 n2 (cs j) vbr av vvn, cst j dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn, dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 vmb av vbi vvn, vvb crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 68
497 Thus you see all along, how transcendently glorious, and noble the love of Christ operates towards beleevers: Thus you see all along, how transcendently glorious, and noble the love of christ operates towards believers: av pn22 vvb d a-acp, c-crq av-j j, cc j dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 68
498 And what doth it declare but this, that the love of Christ is indeed transcendent, passing knowledge? And what does it declare but this, that the love of christ is indeed transcendent, passing knowledge? cc q-crq vdz pn31 vvi p-acp d, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av j, vvg n1? (6) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 69
499 Having thus briefly touched at some demonstrations of the transcendency of Christs love to beleevers, substantially: I shall now adde but a word or two, to demonstrate the same yet clearer, from some considerable circumstances about Christs love to beleevers. Having thus briefly touched At Some demonstrations of the transcendency of Christ love to believers, substantially: I shall now add but a word or two, to demonstrate the same yet clearer, from Some considerable Circumstances about Christ love to believers. vhg av av-j vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2, av-j: pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 cc crd, pc-acp vvi dt d av jc, p-acp d j n2 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 69
500 There be four Circumstances, which I shall but mention, viz. The consideration, 1 Of the Person loving. 2 Of the Persons beloved. 3 Of the time of this love. 4 Of the end thereof. There be four circumstances, which I shall but mention, viz. The consideration, 1 Of the Person loving. 2 Of the Persons Beloved. 3 Of the time of this love. 4 Of the end thereof. pc-acp vbi crd n2, r-crq pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi, n1 dt n1, crd pp-f dt n1 vvg. crd pp-f dt n2 vvn. crd pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1. crd pp-f dt n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 69
501 1 Consider the Person loving, i. e. Jesus Christ. He being a transcendent Person, his love is like himself, transcendent also. 1 Consider the Person loving, i. e. jesus christ. He being a transcendent Person, his love is like himself, transcendent also. vvn vvi dt n1 vvg, sy. sy. np1 np1. pns31 vbg dt j n1, po31 n1 vbz av-j px31, j av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 69
502 Persona est amoris mensura, According to the dimension of the Person, so are the dimensions of the affection. Persona est amoris Mensura, According to the dimension of the Person, so Are the dimensions of the affection. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-es, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 69
503 The height of the lover, is the height also of the love. As the Moralists judge of the magnitude of Crimes, by the persons against whom committed: The height of the lover, is the height also of the love. As the Moralists judge of the magnitude of Crimes, by the Persons against whom committed: dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz dt n1 av pp-f dt n1. p-acp dt n2 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n2 p-acp ro-crq vvd: (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 69
504 So we may also conclude the greatnesse of the love, from the greatness of him by whom it is declared. So we may also conclude the greatness of the love, from the greatness of him by whom it is declared. av pns12 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 70
505 A little wrath revealed by God is great, because he himself is great: A little wrath revealed by God is great, Because he himself is great: dt j n1 vvn p-acp np1 vbz j, c-acp pns31 px31 vbz j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 70
506 And a little love let out by Christ, must be great love also, because hee is great. And a little love let out by christ, must be great love also, Because he is great. cc dt j n1 vvb av p-acp np1, vmb vbi j n1 av, c-acp pns31 vbz j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 70
507 Fire is by so much the greater, and hotter, by how much the fuel, or matter in which it is, is the more combustible: Fire is by so much the greater, and hotter, by how much the fuel, or matter in which it is, is the more combustible: n1 vbz p-acp av av-d dt jc, cc jc, p-acp c-crq av-d dt n1, cc n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz, vbz dt av-dc j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 70
508 Love is fire, and the flames thereof transcend and exceed, according to the vastness of the bosome in which it burns. Love is fire, and the flames thereof transcend and exceed, according to the vastness of the bosom in which it burns. n1 vbz n1, cc dt n2 av vvi cc vvi, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz. (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 70
509 Fire in Wood makes a great flame, and gives a great heat, but Fire in Brimstone flames more, and burns hotter; Fire in Wood makes a great flame, and gives a great heat, but Fire in Brimstone flames more, and burns hotter; n1 p-acp n1 vvz dt j n1, cc vvz dt j n1, cc-acp n1 p-acp n1 n2 av-dc, cc vvz jc; (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 70
510 Love being in Christ, it is as fire in Brimstone, or rather as fire in a Mount of Spices, it must needs therefore give a great heat, and make a great light; Love being in christ, it is as fire in Brimstone, or rather as fire in a Mount of Spices, it must needs Therefore give a great heat, and make a great Light; n1 vbg p-acp np1, pn31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc av-c p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pn31 vmb av av vvi dt j n1, cc vvi dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 70
511 and that light will discover his love to be transcendent. and that Light will discover his love to be transcendent. cc d n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 70
512 As the man is, so is his strength (said they of Gidcon ) Judg. 8.11. As the Lord is (may we say of Christ) so is his love. He is wonderful, and his love must needs bee so too. As the man is, so is his strength (said they of Gidcon) Judges 8.11. As the Lord is (may we say of christ) so is his love. He is wondered, and his love must needs be so too. p-acp dt n1 vbz, av vbz po31 n1 (vvd pns32 pp-f np1) np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 vbz (vmb pns12 vvi pp-f np1) av vbz po31 n1. pns31 vbz j, cc po31 n1 vmb av vbi av av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 70
513 Because wee are but little, therefore our love cannot be great; and because Christ is great, his love cannot be little. Because we Are but little, Therefore our love cannot be great; and Because christ is great, his love cannot be little. c-acp pns12 vbr p-acp j, av po12 n1 vmbx vbi j; cc c-acp np1 vbz j, po31 n1 vmbx vbi j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 71
514 The love of the Lord Jesus cannot chuse but bee transcendent, passing knowledge, because himself is such. But The love of the Lord jesus cannot choose but be transcendent, passing knowledge, Because himself is such. But dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vmbx vvi cc-acp vbi j, vvg n1, c-acp px31 vbz d. p-acp (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 71
515 2 Consider the Persons beloved, and this (especially joyned with the former) will indeed demonstrate that the love of Christ is transcendent. 2 Consider the Persons Beloved, and this (especially joined with the former) will indeed demonstrate that the love of christ is transcendent. crd np1 dt n2 vvn, cc d (av-j vvn p-acp dt j) vmb av vvi cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 71
516 Who are beleevers, that are thus beloved? Are they of any note or name? nothing lesse, Worms they are, Who Are believers, that Are thus Beloved? are they of any note or name? nothing less, Worms they Are, q-crq vbr n2, cst vbr av vvn? vbr pns32 pp-f d n1 cc n1? pix av-dc, n2 pns32 vbr, (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 71
517 and not Men. Nay not bigge, but poor Worms: For so Jacob is stiled, Isa. 41.14. Hee that knoweth their frame, remembreth well they are but dust, Psa. 103.14. But this is not all: and not Men. Nay not big, but poor Worms: For so Jacob is styled, Isaiah 41.14. He that Knoweth their frame, Remember well they Are but dust, Psa. 103.14. But this is not all: cc xx n2. uh xx j, cc-acp j n2: c-acp av np1 vbz vvn, np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz po32 n1, vvz av pns32 vbr p-acp n1, np1 crd. p-acp d vbz xx d: (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 71
518 for as they are Worms, so worthless ones; and as they are but dust, so defiled dust too. for as they Are Worms, so worthless ones; and as they Are but dust, so defiled dust too. c-acp c-acp pns32 vbr n2, av j pi2; cc c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n1, av vvn n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 71
519 Now that the rich Jesus, should love poor Jacob; That he who is so mighty, should affect beleevers so mean; That he who is so pure, that hee is without spot, or blemish, should open his heart to such as are spotted all over, and whose very beauty (without him) is but a blemish; Now that the rich jesus, should love poor Jacob; That he who is so mighty, should affect believers so mean; That he who is so pure, that he is without spot, or blemish, should open his heart to such as Are spotted all over, and whose very beauty (without him) is but a blemish; av cst dt j np1, vmd vvi j np1; cst pns31 r-crq vbz av j, vmd vvi n2 av vvb; cst pns31 r-crq vbz av j, cst pns31 vbz p-acp n1, cc n1, vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp d c-acp vbr vvn d a-acp, cc rg-crq j n1 (p-acp pno31) vbz p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 72
520 This heightens the love indeed, this declares that it doth transcend. This heightens the love indeed, this declares that it does transcend. d vvz dt n1 av, d vvz cst pn31 vdz vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 72
521 He that knows how mean, worthlesse, contemptible Creatures beleevers are (without Christ) will quickly (if he consider that Christ loveth them) conclude that the love passeth knowledge. He that knows how mean, worthless, contemptible Creatures believers Are (without christ) will quickly (if he Consider that christ loves them) conclude that the love passes knowledge. pns31 cst vvz c-crq j, j, j n2 n2 vbr (p-acp np1) vmb av-j (cs pns31 vvb cst np1 vvz pno32) vvb d dt n1 vvz n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 72
522 3 If wee take into our thoughts the time of love, either when it was first set, or first drawn forth, we shall see by this also, that it is transcendent. 3 If we take into our thoughts the time of love, either when it was First Set, or First drawn forth, we shall see by this also, that it is transcendent. crd cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1, d c-crq pn31 vbds ord vvd, cc ord vvn av, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d av, cst pn31 vbz j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 72
523 For the beginning therefore, when it was first set, it bears date before time. Before time had either beginning, or being, Love had both, in Christs bosome, towards beleevers. For the beginning Therefore, when it was First Set, it bears date before time. Before time had either beginning, or being, Love had both, in Christ bosom, towards believers. p-acp dt vvg av, c-crq pn31 vbds ord vvd, pn31 vvz n1 p-acp n1. p-acp n1 vhd d n1, cc vbg, n1 vhd av-d, p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 72
524 Christs love to beleevers is an antienter building than the world: for when the one had no foundations, the other had. Christ love to believers is an ancienter building than the world: for when the one had no foundations, the other had. npg1 n1 p-acp n2 vbz dt jc-jn n1 cs dt n1: c-acp c-crq dt pi vhd dx n2, dt n-jn vhd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 72
525 Surely, if (as it is Proverbs 8.31.) his delights, were in the Sons of men, that is, Beleevers, (for you may call all the rest of the World, Sons of Sathan rather than Sons of men) if (I say) his delights were with the Sons of men, Surely, if (as it is Proverbs 8.31.) his delights, were in the Sons of men, that is, Believers, (for you may call all the rest of the World, Sons of Sathan rather than Sons of men) if (I say) his delights were with the Sons of men, av-j, cs (c-acp pn31 vbz n2 crd.) po31 n2, vbdr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cst vbz, n2, (c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n2 pp-f np1 av cs n2 pp-f n2) cs (pns11 vvb) po31 n2 vbdr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 73
526 before the fountains of the deep were strengthened, or the foundations of the earth were appointed; before the fountains of the deep were strengthened, or the foundations of the earth were appointed; p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn vbdr vvn, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 73
527 Then certainly his love was also towards them before that time, for his love was the ground of that delight. Then Certainly his love was also towards them before that time, for his love was the ground of that delight. av av-j po31 n1 vbds av p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, c-acp po31 n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 73
528 Indeed the first words which Christ wrote, was, Love to beleevers, and this was written with glory (for it was before Gold was) upon his bosome, Indeed the First words which christ wrote, was, Love to believers, and this was written with glory (for it was before Gold was) upon his bosom, np1 dt ord n2 r-crq np1 vvd, vbds, vvb p-acp n2, cc d vbds vvn p-acp n1 (c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp n1 vbds) p-acp po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 73
529 for then other Books were not. for then other Books were not. c-acp av j-jn n2 vbdr xx. (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 73
530 And if the love were begun time out of minde, (as we say) then certainly the love is passing knowledge (as the Text saith.) And if the love were begun time out of mind, (as we say) then Certainly the love is passing knowledge (as the Text Says.) cc cs dt n1 vbdr vvn n1 av pp-f n1, (c-acp pns12 vvb) av av-j dt n1 vbz vvg n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz.) (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 73
531 And for the time when it was first declared, The Prophet tels us, it was at such a time, And for the time when it was First declared, The Prophet tells us, it was At such a time, cc p-acp dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbds ord vvn, dt n1 vvz pno12, pn31 vbds p-acp d dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 73
532 as in which we were most unlovely, when we lay in our bloud, and were not so lovely, as in which we were most unlovely, when we lay in our blood, and were not so lovely, c-acp p-acp r-crq pns12 vbdr av-ds j, c-crq pns12 vvd p-acp po12 n1, cc vbdr xx av j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 73
533 as to provoke any eye to pity us: Then did Christ passe by, and it was the time of his love; as to provoke any eye to pity us: Then did christ pass by, and it was the time of his love; c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp vvb pno12: av vdd np1 vvb p-acp, cc pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 73
534 and then did his love break forth with the light of Life; for then he said Live, as it is, Ezek. 16. and then did his love break forth with the Light of Life; for then he said Live, as it is, Ezekiel 16. cc av vdd po31 n1 vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; c-acp cs pns31 vvd vvb, c-acp pn31 vbz, np1 crd (6) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 74
535 Surely hee did shew wit, who fancied the feigned beloved, all besmeared with a poysoned hand, Surely he did show wit, who fancied the feigned Beloved, all besmeared with a poisoned hand, av-j pns31 vdd vvi n1, r-crq vvd dt j-vvn j-vvn, d vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 74
536 and made leprous thereby, and yet stories, that the Love was as constant in love as ever: and made leprous thereby, and yet stories, that the Love was as constant in love as ever: cc vvd j av, cc av n2, cst dt n1 vbds a-acp j p-acp n1 c-acp av: (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 74
537 But we shall shew only the truth, and the transcendency of Christs love to Beleevers, But we shall show only the truth, and the transcendency of Christ love to Believers, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi av-j dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 74
538 if we affirm from Scripture History, When beleevers were all poysoned with the leprosie of sin, if we affirm from Scripture History, When believers were all poisoned with the leprosy of since, cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1 n1, c-crq n2 vbdr d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 74
539 and lay as Lepers by the way side, then Jesus Christ came and took them by the hand, and lay as Lepers by the Way side, then jesus christ Come and took them by the hand, cc vvd p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 n1, cs np1 np1 vvd cc vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 74
540 and opened the love of his heart, in letting out a stream of bloud to wash them, and make them clean. and opened the love of his heart, in letting out a stream of blood to wash them, and make them clean. cc vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg av dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 74
541 Now, that before ever the fountains of the deep were laid, a fountain of love should spring up in Christs bosome to beleevers, Now, that before ever the fountains of the deep were laid, a fountain of love should spring up in Christ bosom to believers, av, cst p-acp av dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn vbdr vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 74
542 and that it should be opened in his side, at such a time as they lay in their filth; and that it should be opened in his side, At such a time as they lay in their filth; cc cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp po32 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 75
543 What doth this declare, but that Christs love to beleevers is transcendent, and (as it is in the Text) passeth knowledge; it being set, What does this declare, but that Christ love to believers is transcendent, and (as it is in the Text) passes knowledge; it being Set, q-crq vdz d vvi, cc-acp cst npg1 n1 p-acp n2 vbz j, cc (c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1) vvz n1; pn31 vbg vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 75
544 and declared at, or in such a time? Yet. and declared At, or in such a time? Yet. cc vvd p-acp, cc p-acp d dt n1? av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 75
545 Lastly, take in the consideration of that end which Christ aimes at in his love to beleevers, and this will declare it also to be transcendent. Christs love to beleevers is its own end: Lastly, take in the consideration of that end which christ aims At in his love to believers, and this will declare it also to be transcendent. Christ love to believers is its own end: ord, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vvb r-crq np1 vvz p-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2, cc d vmb vvi pn31 av pc-acp vbi j. npg1 n1 p-acp n2 vbz po31 d n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 75
546 He loves that he may love; and this makes the love glorious. He loves that he may love; and this makes the love glorious. pns31 vvz cst pns31 vmb vvi; cc d vvz dt n1 j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 75
547 Jesus Christ (Beleevers) in all the love which hee lets out to you, aimes not at himself, but at you. jesus christ (Believers) in all the love which he lets out to you, aims not At himself, but At you. np1 np1 (n2) p-acp d dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp pn22, vvz xx p-acp px31, cc-acp p-acp pn22. (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 75
548 Hee loves you now, that he may love you ever. He loves you now, that he may love you ever. pns31 vvz pn22 av, cst pns31 vmb vvi pn22 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 75
549 The end which he drives at in declaring love in a lesser measure here, is, that he may declare love to you in a greater measure hereafter. The end which he drives At in declaring love in a lesser measure Here, is, that he may declare love to you in a greater measure hereafter. dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt jc n1 av, vbz, cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt jc n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 75
550 He makes you vessels of Grace in this world, that you may be vessels of Glory in that which is to come. He makes you vessels of Grace in this world, that you may be vessels of Glory in that which is to come. pns31 vvz pn22 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, cst pn22 vmb vbi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp cst r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 75
551 All the glory which hee aimed at for himself, was the glory of his Grace, and that shall be towards you: All the glory which he aimed At for himself, was the glory of his Grace, and that shall be towards you: av-d dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp p-acp px31, vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 vvi, cc cst vmb vbi p-acp pn22: (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 76
552 Christ delights to set the golden apple of his glory, in the silver picture of your good. christ delights to Set the golden apple of his glory, in the silver picture of your good. np1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f po22 j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 76
553 He being Love, only aims that men may see the light thereof, and he chose your bosomes (beleevers) as the golden Candlesticks to set up the glorious light of his love to shine in. He being Love, only aims that men may see the Light thereof, and he chosen your bosoms (believers) as the golden Candlesticks to Set up the glorious Light of his love to shine in. pns31 vbg n1, av-j vvz d n2 vmb vvi dt j av, cc pns31 vvd po22 n2 (n2) p-acp dt j n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 76
554 Now then, that so infinite a Majesty as Christ is, should love such mean Worms as beleevers be; Now then, that so infinite a Majesty as christ is, should love such mean Worms as believers be; av av, cst av j dt n1 p-acp np1 vbz, vmd vvi d vvb n2 c-acp n2 vbi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 76
555 And that he should set his love before the first of the times, and let it out in the worst of times, and that only for their good, as the end: And that he should Set his love before the First of the times, and let it out in the worst of times, and that only for their good, as the end: cc cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt ord pp-f dt n2, cc vvb pn31 av p-acp dt av-js pp-f n2, cc cst av-j p-acp po32 j, c-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 76
556 Oh! who can consider this, but must sit down, and wonder, and cry out, O the transcendency of Christs love! How! how! Oh! who can Consider this, but must fit down, and wonder, and cry out, Oh the transcendency of Christ love! How! how! uh q-crq vmb vvi d, cc-acp vmb vvi a-acp, cc n1, cc vvb av, uh dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1! uh-crq! uh-crq! (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 76
557 doth it passe knowledge? Having thus demonstrated a little, I would now apply this point, at present, in three uses. does it pass knowledge? Having thus demonstrated a little, I would now apply this point, At present, in three uses. vdz pn31 n1 n1? vhg av vvn dt j, pns11 vmd av vvi d n1, p-acp j, p-acp crd n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 76
558 viz. 1 Of Consolation. 2 Of Conviction. 3 Of Counsel. 1 In as much as Christ loveth beleevers with a transcendent love; viz. 1 Of Consolation. 2 Of Conviction. 3 Of Counsel. 1 In as much as christ loves believers with a transcendent love; n1 crd pp-f n1. crd pp-f n1. crd pp-f n1. vvn p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vvz n2 p-acp dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 76
559 How may this comfort Beleevers at all times! Thou complainest, O beleeving Soul, that the World doth not love thee; How may this Comfort Believers At all times! Thou complainest, Oh believing Soul, that the World does not love thee; c-crq vmb d vvb n2 p-acp d n2! pns21 vv2, uh j-vvg n1, cst dt n1 vdz xx vvi pno21; (6) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 77
560 nay, thou sayest it doth hate thee; Why, be of good comfort; though the World hateth, Christ loveth; nay, thou Sayest it does hate thee; Why, be of good Comfort; though the World hates, christ loves; uh-x, pns21 vv2 pn31 vdz vvi pno21; uh-crq, vbb pp-f j n1; cs dt n1 vvz, np1 vvz; (6) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 77
561 and the World cannot hate thee so much, as hee will love thee; His love doth transcend the Worlds hatred. and the World cannot hate thee so much, as he will love thee; His love does transcend the World's hatred. cc dt n1 vmbx vvi pno21 av av-d, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno21; po31 n1 vdz vvi dt ng1 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 77
562 What the Angel told Daniel, that say I to every beleeving soul, who groaneth under the hatred of the World, Dan. 10.19. Fear not O man greatly beloved: What the Angel told daniel, that say I to every believing soul, who Groaneth under the hatred of the World, Dan. 10.19. fear not O man greatly Beloved: q-crq dt n1 vvd np1, cst vvb pns11 p-acp d j-vvg n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. vvb xx fw-fr n1 av-j vvn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 77
563 Why complain you (O beleevers) for want of the puddle drops of the Creatures love? you have the pure spring of Christs love; Why complain you (Oh believers) for want of the puddle drops of the Creatures love? you have the pure spring of Christ love; uh-crq vvb pn22 (uh n2) p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n2 vvb? pn22 vhb dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 77
564 what weaknesse is it, to cry for want of the light of the Stars, so long as you have the light of the Sun? Thou hast the Creators love (beleever) be not sad therefore in wanting the love of the creature; especially considering, what a transcendent love it is. what weakness is it, to cry for want of the Light of the Stars, so long as you have the Light of the Sun? Thou hast the Creators love (believer) be not sad Therefore in wanting the love of the creature; especially considering, what a transcendent love it is. r-crq n1 vbz pn31, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2, av av-j c-acp pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1? pns21 vh2 dt n2 vvb (n1) vbb xx j av p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1; av-j vvg, r-crq dt j n1 pn31 vbz. (6) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 77
565 Comfort your selves (O my brethren) with these thoughts, Jesus Christ loves you, and that love of his which he bears to you passeth knowledge. Comfort your selves (Oh my brothers) with these thoughts, jesus christ loves you, and that love of his which he bears to you passes knowledge. n1 po22 n2 (uh po11 n2) p-acp d n2, np1 np1 vvz pn22, cc d n1 pp-f png31 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pn22 vvz n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 78
566 2 Let this be a word of Conviction unto sinners. 2 Let this be a word of Conviction unto Sinners. crd vvb d vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 78
567 Wretches, be ye convinced, that however you say no body regardeth Beleevers, yet there is one who is greater than all, who regards them, Wretches, be you convinced, that however you say no body Regardeth Believers, yet there is one who is greater than all, who regards them, ng1, vbi pn22 vvn, cst c-acp pn22 vvb dx n1 vvz n2, av pc-acp vbz pi r-crq vbz jc cs d, r-crq vvz pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 78
568 and that in a high manner; know, that Christ loves them with a transcendent love. and that in a high manner; know, that christ loves them with a transcendent love. cc cst p-acp dt j n1; vvb, cst np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 78
569 You break their souls in peeces, you slay them, and you murther them, and yet you say the Lord doth not see, You break their Souls in Pieces, you slay them, and you murder them, and yet you say the Lord does not see, pn22 vvb po32 n2 p-acp n2, pn22 vvb pno32, cc pn22 n1 pno32, cc av pn22 vvb dt n1 vdz xx vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 78
570 neither doth the God of Israel regard it, Psal. 94.7. But be convinced now to the contrary: neither does the God of Israel regard it, Psalm 94.7. But be convinced now to the contrary: av-dx vdz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pn31, np1 crd. p-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt n-jn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 78
571 The Lord Jesus doth see, and he doth regard them; The Lord jesus does see, and he does regard them; dt n1 np1 vdz vvi, cc pns31 vdz vvi pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 78
572 and ere long he will make you know, that (however you deal with them) they are dear unto him; and ere long he will make you know, that (however you deal with them) they Are dear unto him; cc c-acp av-j pns31 vmb vvi pn22 vvb, cst (c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp pno32) pns32 vbr j-jn p-acp pno31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 78
573 though you love them not at all, yet he loves them highly. though you love them not At all, yet he loves them highly. cs pn22 vvb pno32 xx p-acp d, av pns31 vvz pno32 av-j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 78
574 Were you not afraid (saith God) to speak against my servant Moses? Num. 12.8. God wonders that they were not afraid to speak against a man, whom he loved so much. Were you not afraid (Says God) to speak against my servant Moses? Num. 12.8. God wonders that they were not afraid to speak against a man, whom he loved so much. vbdr pn22 xx j (vvz np1) pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n1 np1? np1 crd. np1 vvz cst pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, ro-crq pns31 vvd av av-d. (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 78
575 And who can chuse but wonder, that ever any wretches should be so vile, as to speak, And who can choose but wonder, that ever any wretches should be so vile, as to speak, cc r-crq vmb vvi p-acp n1, cst av d n2 vmd vbi av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 79
576 and act against those, cruelly, whom Christ loves transcendently? But I pity yee (poor Creatures:) It may be you think that Christ slights them as you do; and act against those, cruelly, whom christ loves transcendently? But I pity ye (poor Creatures:) It may be you think that christ slights them as you do; cc vvi p-acp d, av-j, ro-crq np1 vvz av-j? p-acp pns11 vvb pn22 (j n2:) pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vvb cst np1 vvz pno32 c-acp pn22 vdb; (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 79
577 yet be convinced now, and take heed hereafter what you do; yet be convinced now, and take heed hereafter what you do; av vbb vvn av, cc vvb n1 av r-crq pn22 vdb; (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 79
578 certainly whoever they bee, whom you oppose, if they be beleevers, be convinced, that the Lord Jesus loveth them all with a transcendent love. Certainly whoever they be, whom you oppose, if they be believers, be convinced, that the Lord jesus loves them all with a transcendent love. av-j r-crq pns32 vbb, ro-crq pn22 vvb, cs pns32 vbb n2, vbb vvn, cst dt n1 np1 vvz pno32 d p-acp dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 79
579 3 This Doctrin might be a Counsellor, and it counsels all to look after, and prize a part in the love of Christ, above all the loves of the world. 3 This Doctrine might be a Counsellor, and it Counsels all to look After, and prize a part in the love of christ, above all the loves of the world. crd d n1 vmd vbi dt n1, cc pn31 vvz d pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 79
580 O friends I why do you spend your selves, and lay out your souls in the pursute of that which is not love, at least not transcendent love. I wish you would now bewise; you who court the creature, court them now no more: O Friends I why do you spend your selves, and lay out your Souls in the pursuit of that which is not love, At least not transcendent love. I wish you would now Bewise; you who court the creature, court them now no more: sy n2 pns11 q-crq vdb pn22 vvb po22 n2, cc vvd av po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz xx n1, p-acp ds xx j n1. pns11 vvb pn22 vmd av av; pn22 r-crq vvb dt n1, vvb pno32 av dx av-dc: (6) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 79
581 I shew you a more excellent way of love. I show you a more excellent Way of love. pns11 vvb pn22 dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 79
582 Consider the transcendent love of the Lord Jesus, and be ye counselled to labour to get a share in it. Consider the transcendent love of the Lord jesus, and be you counseled to labour to get a share in it. vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, cc vbb pn22 vvd pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 80
583 O that the hearing of this, that Christ loveth beleevers with a transcendent love, might make you sick in your souls, till you participate of this love. O that the hearing of this, that christ loves believers with a transcendent love, might make you sick in your Souls, till you participate of this love. sy cst dt n-vvg pp-f d, cst np1 vvz n2 p-acp dt j n1, vmd vvi pn22 j p-acp po22 n2, c-acp pn22 vvb pp-f d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 80
584 When one heard of the great love which was between two choyce friends, he said, Utinam tertius essem, i. e. When one herd of the great love which was between two choice Friends, he said, Utinam tertius essem, i. e. c-crq pi vvn pp-f dt j n1 r-crq vbds p-acp crd n1 n2, pns31 vvd, fw-la fw-la fw-la, uh. sy. (6) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 80
585 O that I were but a third, that I might share with them in their great love. Oh that I were but a third, that I might share with them in their great love. uh cst pns11 vbdr p-acp dt ord, cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 80
586 Consider it, you have heard of the high transcendent love which is between Christ and beleevers; Consider it, you have herd of the high transcendent love which is between christ and believers; np1 pn31, pn22 vhb vvn pp-f dt av-j j vvb r-crq vbz p-acp np1 cc n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 80
587 Be on fire therefore, and burn with desire, that you may partake of that love, Be on fire Therefore, and burn with desire, that you may partake of that love, vbb p-acp n1 av, cc vvb p-acp n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi pp-f d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 80
588 and that at least you may enjoy that love, which those that have most, are not able to expresse, and that At least you may enjoy that love, which those that have most, Are not able to express, cc cst p-acp ds pn22 vmb vvi d n1, r-crq d cst vhb ds, vbr xx j pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 80
589 or conceive, it being a transcendent love, passing knowledge. or conceive, it being a transcendent love, passing knowledge. cc vvi, pn31 vbg dt j n1, vvg n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 80
590 SERMON III. EPHES. 3. ver. 19. And to know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge. SERMON III. EPHESIANS. 3. ver. 19. And to know the love of christ which passes knowledge. n1 np1. np1. crd fw-la. crd cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 81
591 WE are lanched out into the great depth of our Saviours love, wherein our souls may swim very sweetly; WE Are launched out into the great depth of our Saviors love, wherein our Souls may swim very sweetly; pns12 vbr vvd av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, c-crq po12 n2 vmb vvi av av-j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 81
592 and although I can neither sound ground, nor see shoar, yet I am loath to desire to be from this Sea, for it were delight in the highest manner to be drowned here. and although I can neither found ground, nor see shore, yet I am loath to desire to be from this Sea, for it were delight in the highest manner to be drowned Here. cc cs pns11 vmb av-dx vvi n1, ccx vvb n1, av pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1, p-acp pn31 vbdr n1 p-acp dt js n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 81
593 The love of Christ is so surpassing sweet in it self, and so infinitely necessary for our souls, as that it is my desire (at least) to make some further discovery of its transcendency. The love of christ is so surpassing sweet in it self, and so infinitely necessary for our Souls, as that it is my desire (At least) to make Some further discovery of its transcendency. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av j-vvg j p-acp pn31 n1, cc av av-j j p-acp po12 n2, p-acp cst pn31 vbz po11 n1 (p-acp ds) p-acp vvb d jc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 82
594 You see what an Hyperbole the Apostle useth to express the greatness of Christs love by, viz. That it passeth knowledge. You see what an Hyperbole the Apostle uses to express the greatness of Christ love by, viz. That it passes knowledge. pn22 vvb r-crq dt n1 dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp, n1 cst pn31 vvz n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 82
595 The last time wee gave out the meaning of the expression, and entred upon the proof of it, in the prosecution of this point of Doctrine, viz. The last time we gave out the meaning of the expression, and entered upon the proof of it, in the prosecution of this point of Doctrine, viz. dt ord n1 pns12 vvd av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, n1 (7) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 82
596 That the love which Christ beareth to Beleevers, is a transcendent love. That the love which christ bears to Believers, is a transcendent love. cst dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n2, vbz dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 82
597 This being the main thing which I eye in the Text, and indeed the main thing which every soul ought to eye, This being the main thing which I eye in the Text, and indeed the main thing which every soul ought to eye, d vbg dt j n1 r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc av dt j n1 r-crq d n1 vmd p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 82
598 and live upon, I shall proceed further in the prosecution thereof. and live upon, I shall proceed further in the prosecution thereof. cc vvi p-acp, pns11 vmb vvi av-jc p-acp dt n1 av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 82
599 All which I spake the last time, for the demonstration of the truth of the Doctrin, was but in a general way: All which I spoke the last time, for the demonstration of the truth of the Doctrine, was but in a general Way: d r-crq pns11 vvd dt ord n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbds cc-acp p-acp dt j n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 82
600 I shall therefore now go on to demonstrate the love of Christ to be transcendent, from a brief survey of the course of his life. I shall Therefore now go on to demonstrate the love of christ to be transcendent, from a brief survey of the course of his life. pns11 vmb av av vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi j, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 82
601 Indeed Christs Life was (as it were) but one great act of love, begun at his Birth, Indeed Christ Life was (as it were) but one great act of love, begun At his Birth, av npg1 n1 vbds (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp crd j n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 83
602 and carried on even to the time of his Death. and carried on even to the time of his Death. cc vvd a-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 83
603 If we follow this Lamb, in the whole tract of his Life, we shall see, that from his Cradle, unto his Crosse, the whole way was paved (as the bottom of Salomons Chariot was) with love. If we follow this Lamb, in the Whole tract of his Life, we shall see, that from his Cradle, unto his Cross, the Whole Way was paved (as the bottom of Solomon's Chariot was) with love. cs pns12 vvb d n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns12 vmb vvi, cst p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 vvi, dt j-jn n1 vbds vvn (c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 vbds) p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 83
604 There be three Heads, or demonstrations, which I shall now touch upon, that the transcendency of Christs love to Beleevers, may appear yet more full and glorious. There be three Heads, or demonstrations, which I shall now touch upon, that the transcendency of Christ love to Believers, may appear yet more full and glorious. pc-acp vbi crd n2, cc n2, r-crq pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp, cst dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2, vmb vvi av av-dc j cc j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 83
605 They are these: 1 His Birth, and Incarnation. 2 His Life, and Conversation. 3 His Death, and Passion. They Are these: 1 His Birth, and Incarnation. 2 His Life, and Conversation. 3 His Death, and Passion. pns32 vbr d: crd po31 n1, cc n1. crd po31 n1, cc n1. crd po31 n1, cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 83
606 Each of these seriously considered, will abundantly demonstrate the love of Christ to beleevers to be transcendent. Each of these seriously considered, will abundantly demonstrate the love of christ to believers to be transcendent. d pp-f d av-j vvn, vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 83
607 First, consider his Birth and Incarnation. How doth Christs love transcend in this act? The low condescension of Christ, in becoming Man, doth evidently declare the high transcendency of his love to beleevers. First, Consider his Birth and Incarnation. How does Christ love transcend in this act? The low condescension of christ, in becoming Man, does evidently declare the high transcendency of his love to believers. ord, vvb po31 n1 cc n1. q-crq vdz npg1 n1 vvi p-acp d n1? dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg n1, vdz av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 84
608 Had it not been great love in the Lord Jesus, to have taken upon him the Angelical nature? Sure it had. Had it not been great love in the Lord jesus, to have taken upon him the Angelical nature? Sure it had. vhd pn31 xx vbn j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp pno31 dt j n1? av-j pn31 vhd. (7) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 84
609 If Christ would have come into the World, with tidings of love, and life, he might have came as an Angel of glory (not as a pe ce of clay ) and such a condescension as that had been much. If christ would have come into the World, with tidings of love, and life, he might have Come as an Angel of glory (not as a pe ce of clay) and such a condescension as that had been much. cs np1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (xx c-acp dt zz fw-fr pp-f n1) cc d dt n1 c-acp d vhd vbn av-d. (7) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 84
610 But he passed by the nature of Angels, and took upon him the nature of man; But he passed by the nature of Angels, and took upon him the nature of man; p-acp pns31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 84
611 that in this act he may declare love to beleevers. that in this act he may declare love to believers. cst p-acp d n1 pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 84
612 The Apostle tells us, that he took not upon him the nature of Angels, Heb. 2.16. The Apostle tells us, that he took not upon him the nature of Angels, Hebrew 2.16. dt n1 vvz pno12, cst pns31 vvd xx p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n2, np1 crd. (7) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 84
613 NONLATINALPHABET i. e. in no wise, at no hand, would he take upon him the Angelical Nature, i. e. in no wise, At no hand, would he take upon him the Angelical Nature, pns11. sy. p-acp dx j, p-acp dx n1, vmd pns31 vvi p-acp pno31 dt j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 84
614 but he took upon him the seed of Abraham, to declare his love to the Children of Abraham. That we may see a little more clearly how the love of Christ doth transcend in his birth, I shall speak to this head in some particulars; but he took upon him the seed of Abraham, to declare his love to the Children of Abraham. That we may see a little more clearly how the love of christ does transcend in his birth, I shall speak to this head in Some particulars; cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. cst pns12 vmb vvi dt av-j av-dc av-j c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp d n2-j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 84
615 and by all of them you shall see how Christs love unto beleevers did appear, and by all of them you shall see how Christ love unto believers did appear, cc p-acp d pp-f pno32 pn22 vmb vvi c-crq npg1 n1 p-acp n2 vdd vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 84
616 and shine gloriously in this act of his, when he became man, and was born for their sakes. and shine gloriously in this act of his, when he became man, and was born for their sakes. cc vvi av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, c-crq pns31 vvd n1, cc vbds vvn p-acp po32 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 85
617 Here I shall consider therefore particularly (under this Head) these four things. 1 Whence Christ came, 2 Where Christ came, 3 How Christ came, 4 Why Christ came, when he was incarnate. Here I shall Consider Therefore particularly (under this Head) these four things. 1 Whence christ Come, 2 Where christ Come, 3 How christ Come, 4 Why christ Come, when he was incarnate. av pns11 vmb vvi av av-j (p-acp d n1) d crd n2. crd c-crq np1 vvd, crd c-crq np1 vvd, crd c-crq np1 vvd, crd c-crq np1 vvd, c-crq pns31 vbds j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 85
618 And out of all these you will see the transcendency of Christs love. And out of all these you will see the transcendency of Christ love. cc av pp-f d d pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 85
619 1 Consider whence he came. Christ was in the bosome of the Father, where hee lay, 1 Consider whence he Come. christ was in the bosom of the Father, where he lay, vvd vvi c-crq pns31 vvd. np1 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvd, (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 85
620 and lived in his Fathers love; hence he came to declare love to beleevers. John tells us, hee came down from Heaven, Joh. 6.38. Jesus Christ from all eternity was in Heaven. and lived in his Father's love; hence he Come to declare love to believers. John tells us, he Come down from Heaven, John 6.38. jesus christ from all eternity was in Heaven. cc vvd p-acp po31 ng1 n1; av pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2. np1 vvz pno12, pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp n1, np1 crd. np1 np1 p-acp d n1 vbds p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 85
621 There he had his Fathers company; There he enjoyed his Fathers love; There he had his Father's company; There he enjoyed his Father's love; a-acp pns31 vhd po31 ng1 n1; a-acp pns31 vvd po31 ng1 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 85
622 There he was blessed in his Fathers bosome (for so the Scripture saith) he was NONLATINALPHABET Joh. 1.18. He was living in the light of the Fathers love: There he was blessed in his Father's bosom (for so the Scripture Says) he was John 1.18. He was living in the Light of the Father's love: a-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 ng1 n1 (c-acp av dt n1 vvz) pns31 vbds np1 crd. pns31 vbds vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 85
623 And being with God, he solaced himself in God. And being with God, he solaced himself in God. cc vbg p-acp np1, pns31 vvd px31 p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 86
624 In that very light, and glory in which God himself was, in that same light and glory did Christ triumph: In that very Light, and glory in which God himself was, in that same Light and glory did christ triumph: p-acp cst j n1, cc n1 p-acp r-crq np1 px31 vbds, p-acp cst d n1 cc n1 vdd np1 vvi: (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 86
625 And yet from this, from this he came for beleevers sakes. And yet from this, from this he Come for believers sakes. cc av p-acp d, p-acp d pns31 vvd p-acp n2 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 86
626 He forg at (as it were) his Kindred, and Fathers house, to bee born for beleevers. To undertake a long journey; He forg At (as it were) his Kindred, and Father's house, to be born for believers. To undertake a long journey; pns31 vvb p-acp (c-acp pn31 vbdr) po31 n1, cc ng1 n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2. p-acp vvi dt j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 86
627 and from a rare place, for any, doth declare much love to them; and from a rare place, for any, does declare much love to them; cc p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d, vdz vvi d n1 p-acp pno32; (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 86
628 O how long a Journey did Christ undertake? and from what a Paradise of pleasure did hee come unto beleevers, Oh how long a Journey did christ undertake? and from what a Paradise of pleasure did he come unto believers, uh c-crq av-j dt n1 vdd np1 vvi? cc p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vdd pns31 vvi p-acp n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 86
629 when he was born? Surely great was his affection, transcendent is his love, who came (at least for a time) from the house of Love (his Fathers bosome ) to open to Beleevers the fountain of love, (his own bosome. ) when he was born? Surely great was his affection, transcendent is his love, who Come (At least for a time) from the house of Love (his Father's bosom) to open to Believers the fountain of love, (his own bosom.) c-crq pns31 vbds vvn? np1 j vbds po31 n1, j vbz po31 n1, r-crq vvd (p-acp ds p-acp dt n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (po31 n2 n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 dt n1 pp-f n1, (po31 d n1.) (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 86
630 2 But where did Christ come, when he came from Heaven? was it into some Goshen, some land of light? was it into some Paradise, some land of life? was it into some Elysium, some place of pleasure? Nothing lesse. 2 But where did christ come, when he Come from Heaven? was it into Some Goshen, Some land of Light? was it into Some Paradise, Some land of life? was it into Some Elysium, Some place of pleasure? Nothing less. crd cc-acp c-crq vdd np1 vvi, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1? vbds pn31 p-acp d np1, d n1 pp-f n1? vbds pn31 p-acp d n1, d n1 pp-f n1? vbds pn31 p-acp d np1, d n1 pp-f n1? np1 av-dc. (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 86
631 The place to which he came was Aegypt, where beleevers sat in darknesse; It was the Wildernesse, where beleevers were in the shadow of death; It was into this World, where nothing is but vanity, and vexation. Here it was, that Christ came for beleevers sakes: The place to which he Come was Egypt, where believers sat in darkness; It was the Wilderness, where believers were in the shadow of death; It was into this World, where nothing is but vanity, and vexation. Here it was, that christ Come for believers sakes: dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd vbds np1, c-crq n2 vvd p-acp n1; pn31 vbds dt n1, c-crq n2 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; pn31 vbds p-acp d n1, c-crq pix vbz p-acp n1, cc n1. av pn31 vbds, cst np1 vvd p-acp n2 n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 87
632 And on what transcendent love was it, that brought Christ here! And on what transcendent love was it, that brought christ Here! cc p-acp r-crq j n1 vbds pn31, cst vvd np1 av! (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 87
633 His eyes saw, that his beloved ones were in a defiled place (which therefore could not be their rest, as it is, Micha. 2.10.) his love therefore prevailed with him to come here, to fetch his beloved hence. His eyes saw, that his Beloved ones were in a defiled place (which Therefore could not be their rest, as it is, Micah. 2.10.) his love Therefore prevailed with him to come Here, to fetch his Beloved hence. po31 n2 vvd, cst po31 j-vvn pi2 vbdr a-acp dt j-vvn n1 (r-crq av vmd xx vbi po32 vvi, c-acp pn31 vbz, np1. crd.) po31 n1 av vvn p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi av, pc-acp vvi po31 n-vvn av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 87
634 It was great love which Ebedmelech the Aethiopian shewed unto Jeremiah, when hee came to the brink of that filthy Dungeon, in which the Prophet was, It was great love which Ebedmelech the aethiopian showed unto Jeremiah, when he Come to the brink of that filthy Dungeon, in which the Prophet was, pn31 vbds j n1 r-crq np1 dt jp vvd p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbds, (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 87
635 and put down cords to draw him thence: and put down cords to draw him thence: cc vvd a-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 av: (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 87
636 But what great love had it been, if Ebedmelech had not only come to the brink of the Dungeon, but come down into the Dungeon, and not only drew him up with ropes, but carried him up in his arms? this had been love indeed. But what great love had it been, if Ebedmelech had not only come to the brink of the Dungeon, but come down into the Dungeon, and not only drew him up with ropes, but carried him up in his arms? this had been love indeed. cc-acp q-crq j n1 vhd pn31 vbn, cs np1 vhd xx av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc xx av-j vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp n2, p-acp vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 n2? d vhd vbn n1 av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 87
637 Why let me tell you (beleevers) you were in this World, in a worser Dungeon, than Jeremiah was, in which you were ready to dye for hunger, Why let me tell you (believers) you were in this World, in a Worse Dungeon, than Jeremiah was, in which you were ready to die for hunger, q-crq vvb pno11 vvi pn22 (n2) pn22 vbdr p-acp d n1, p-acp dt jc n1, cs np1 vbds, p-acp r-crq pn22 vbdr j p-acp vvb p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 88
638 and to be drowned in the mire thereof: and to be drowned in the mire thereof: cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 av: (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 88
639 And the Lord Jesus Christ came (when hee was born) not only to the brink of the Dungeon with cords to draw you up, And the Lord jesus christ Come (when he was born) not only to the brink of the Dungeon with cords to draw you up, cc dt n1 np1 np1 vvd (c-crq pns31 vbds vvn) xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp, (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 88
640 but into the Dungeon it self, to take you up in his very bosome, and to bring you out from perishing here. but into the Dungeon it self, to take you up in his very bosom, and to bring you out from perishing Here. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp po31 j n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn22 av p-acp vvg av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 88
641 I came forth from the Father (saith Christ) that was great love; but he addeth, I came into the world, Joh. 16.28. Here was love indeed: I Come forth from the Father (Says christ) that was great love; but he adds, I Come into the world, John 16.28. Here was love indeed: pns11 vvd av p-acp dt n1 (vvz np1) cst vbds j n1; cc-acp pns31 vvz, pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. av vbds n1 av: (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 88
642 For Christ to come from Heaven (the Fathers Throne ) into the world (Satans Kingdom.) For Christ to come from the place in which glory shines (Heaven,) unto a place which lies in evil (the world.) For Christ to come out from the presence of the Father; who always smiled upon him, For christ to come from Heaven (the Father's Throne) into the world (Satan Kingdom.) For christ to come from the place in which glory shines (Heaven,) unto a place which lies in evil (the world.) For christ to come out from the presence of the Father; who always smiled upon him, c-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 (dt ng1 n1) p-acp dt n1 (npg1 n1.) p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq n1 vvz (n1,) p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp j-jn (dt n1.) p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; r-crq av vvd p-acp pno31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 88
643 and to come into the place of men, who ever frowned upon him: and to come into the place of men, who ever frowned upon him: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq av vvd p-acp pno31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 88
644 For him to come from thence, where he always heard the Hallelujahs of Angels, to come here, where his ears were filled with the revilings of sinners NONLATINALPHABET! For him to come from thence, where he always herd the Hallelujahs of Angels, to come Here, where his ears were filled with the revilings of Sinners! p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp av, c-crq pns31 av vvd dt n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi av, c-crq po31 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f n2! (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 89
645 O the height, and the depth! O the breadth, and length! O the transcendency of Christs love to beleevers! O the height, and the depth! O the breadth, and length! O the transcendency of Christ love to believers! sy dt n1, cc dt n1! sy dt n1, cc n1! sy dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2! (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 89
646 3. But how came Christ here? Came he in pomp with glory? Came hee with the sound of a Trumpet, that all might know, that though hee did come into a cottage, yet he was a Prince? No, 3. But how Come christ Here? Come he in pomp with glory? Come he with the found of a Trumpet, that all might know, that though he did come into a cottage, yet he was a Prince? No, crd p-acp c-crq vvd np1 av? vvd pns31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1? vvd pns31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst d vmd vvi, cst cs pns31 vdd vvi p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vbds dt n1? uh-dx, (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 89
647 but rather in a poor mean way. Indeed when Christ was born, an heavenly Hoast appeared, praising of God, and singing: but rather in a poor mean Way. Indeed when christ was born, an heavenly Host appeared, praising of God, and singing: cc-acp av-c p-acp dt j j n1. np1 c-crq np1 vbds vvn, dt j n1 vvd, vvg pp-f np1, cc vvg: (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 89
648 But that was rather, to discover unto the World, that the Saints lover was come into their Country, But that was rather, to discover unto the World, that the Saints lover was come into their Country, p-acp d vbds av, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cst dt n2 n1 vbds vvn p-acp po32 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 89
649 than any way to dignifie him, who indeed was above all glory. Some expound that place, Isa. 42.12. than any Way to dignify him, who indeed was above all glory. some expound that place, Isaiah 42.12. cs d n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, r-crq av vbds p-acp d n1. d vvb cst n1, np1 crd. (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 89
650 He shall not cry, nor lift up, nor cause his voyce to be heard in the streets, &c. As if it did mean, that Christ should not carry the matter (about which he came) in an outward glorious manner, with pomp, He shall not cry, nor lift up, nor cause his voice to be herd in the streets, etc. As if it did mean, that christ should not carry the matter (about which he Come) in an outward glorious manner, with pomp, pns31 vmb xx vvi, ccx vvi a-acp, ccx vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, av c-acp cs pn31 vdd vvi, cst np1 vmd xx vvi dt n1 (p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd) p-acp dt j j n1, p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 89
651 but that in a silent way, he should both come and do all that, unto which his Fathers love, but that in a silent Way, he should both come and do all that, unto which his Father's love, cc-acp cst p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vmd av-d vvi cc vdb d d, p-acp r-crq po31 ng1 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 90
652 and his own, did design him. and his own, did Design him. cc po31 d, vdd n1 pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 90
653 And if you consider the History of his Nativity, you will say, that Christ came not with any great show; hee was born, not the Son of some great Queen, but the Infant of a poor Virgin: His reputed Father was not a mighty Monarch, but a mean Carpenter; This was it, with which he was twitted in the teeth, And if you Consider the History of his Nativity, you will say, that christ Come not with any great show; he was born, not the Son of Some great Queen, but the Infant of a poor Virgae: His reputed Father was not a mighty Monarch, but a mean Carpenter; This was it, with which he was twitted in the teeth, cc cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pn22 vmb vvi, cst np1 vvd xx p-acp d j n1; pns31 vbds vvn, xx dt n1 pp-f d j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: po31 j-vvn n1 vbds xx dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1; d vbds pn31, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 90
654 as disgraceful, Is not this the Carpenters Son? O how mean did Christ come into the World! as disgraceful, Is not this the Carpenters Son? Oh how mean did christ come into the World! c-acp j, vbz xx d dt n2 n1? uh q-crq j vdd np1 vvi p-acp dt n1! (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 90
655 when he was born in an Inne, and that happily none of the best (for there were not many Lodgings in it) and therefore his travelling Mother was fain to lye in the stable, when he was born in an Inn, and that happily none of the best (for there were not many Lodgings in it) and Therefore his traveling Mother was fain to lie in the stable, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, cc cst av-j pi pp-f dt js (c-acp a-acp vbdr xx d n2 p-acp pn31) cc av po31 j-vvg n1 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 90
656 and there was hee brought forth. and there was he brought forth. cc a-acp vbds pns31 vvn av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 90
657 And how did hee lye? when being swadled with some homely Cloaths, his Mother laid him in the Cratch. He that was wont to sit upon the Throne amidst the Cherubims, was content to bee found in the Cratch among Brutes. Verily, And how did he lie? when being swaddled with Some homely Clothes, his Mother laid him in the Cratch. He that was wont to fit upon the Throne amid the Cherubims, was content to be found in the Cratch among Brutus's. Verily, cc q-crq vdd pns31 vvi? q-crq n1 vvd p-acp d j n2, po31 n1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt np1. pns31 cst vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2, vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt np1 p-acp n2. av-j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 91
658 while we consider this, we must needs conclude, that Christs love was surpassing great, in that he would vouchsafe to seem (at least) yea, while we Consider this, we must needs conclude, that Christ love was surpassing great, in that he would vouchsafe to seem (At least) yea, cs pns12 vvb d, pns12 vmb av vvi, cst npg1 n1 vbds vvg j, p-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi (p-acp ds) uh, (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 91
659 and in a Human way, to be so little, and to lye so low for your sakes. But, and in a Human Way, to be so little, and to lie so low for your sakes. But, cc p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vbi av j, cc pc-acp vvi av av-j p-acp po22 n2. p-acp, (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 91
660 4 Joyn to all these, the end of Christs coming into the World, and this will exceedingly heighten the demonstration, 4 Join to all these, the end of Christ coming into the World, and this will exceedingly heighten the demonstration, crd vvb p-acp d d, dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc d n1 av-vvg vvi dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 91
661 and evince, that indeed the love of Christ passeth knowledge. Why, for what did he come? upon what design came the King of glory from Heaven to Earth, in so mean a way? came he to take the Crowns off from the heads of Kings, and to put them upon his own? Indeed Herod feared this, and evince, that indeed the love of christ passes knowledge. Why, for what did he come? upon what Design Come the King of glory from Heaven to Earth, in so mean a Way? Come he to take the Crowns off from the Heads of Kings, and to put them upon his own? Indeed Herod feared this, cc n1, cst av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1. q-crq, p-acp r-crq vdd pns31 vvi? p-acp q-crq n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp av j dt n1? vvd pns31 pc-acp vvi dt n2 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 d? np1 np1 vvd d, (7) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 91
662 but without ground, for Christ came for no such end. but without ground, for christ Come for no such end. cc-acp p-acp n1, c-acp np1 vvd p-acp dx d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 91
663 But the end for which he came was love. His design was to declare, & make known that love which lay hid from eternity (in his own, But the end for which he Come was love. His Design was to declare, & make known that love which lay hid from eternity (in his own, p-acp dt vvb p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd vbds n1. po31 n1 vbds p-acp vvi, cc vvi vvn d n1 r-crq vvd vvn p-acp n1 (p-acp po31 d, (7) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 91
664 and Fathers bosome) unto beleevers. and Father's bosom) unto believers. cc ng1 n1) p-acp n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 91
665 Therefore it was that he was born in time, viz. that beleevers might see, and know that love which hee bare to them from before time. Therefore it was that he was born in time, viz. that believers might see, and know that love which he bore to them from before time. av pn31 vbds cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1, n1 cst n2 vmd vvi, cc vvb d n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 92
666 I will in a word mention (omitting others) six particular ends for which Christ was born, I will in a word mention (omitting Others) six particular ends for which christ was born, pns11 vmb p-acp dt n1 n1 (vvg n2-jn) crd j n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vbds vvn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 92
667 and came into the world, and you will see them (like so many several lines in a Compass) meet all in love, as in their alone center. and Come into the world, and you will see them (like so many several lines in a Compass) meet all in love, as in their alone centre. cc vvd p-acp dt n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi pno32 (av-j av d j n2 p-acp dt n1) vvb d p-acp vvb, a-acp p-acp po32 j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 92
668 1 The first end for which he was born was, to redeem the precious souls of beleevers from that slavery in which they lay; 1 The First end for which he was born was, to Redeem the precious Souls of believers from that slavery in which they lay; vvn dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn vbds, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd; (7) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 92
669 yea and their bodies also from that vanity unto which (with the rest of the Creatures) they were subjected ▪ Christ saw his beloved, Captives in Sathans Kingdom, bound with chains ▪ and made slaves unto his will; yea and their bodies also from that vanity unto which (with the rest of the Creatures) they were subjected ▪ christ saw his Beloved, Captives in Satan's Kingdom, bound with chains ▪ and made slaves unto his will; uh cc po32 n2 av p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq (p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2) pns32 vbdr vvn ▪ np1 vvd po31 j-vvn, n2-jn p-acp npg1 n1, vvn p-acp n2 ▪ cc j-vvn n2 p-acp po31 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 92
670 This sight went to his Soul, and his love could not contain it self, but he must come, that his beloved might bee set free. This sighed went to his Soul, and his love could not contain it self, but he must come, that his Beloved might be Set free. d n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n1 vmd xx vvi pn31 n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi, cst po31 j-vvn n1 vbi vvn j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 92
671 That this was the end of his Nativity, the Apostle witnesseth, Gal. 4.4. When (saith he) the fulnesse of time was come, God sent his Son (and he readily came) made of a woman, made under the Law, to redeem them that were under the Law, that wee might receive the adoption of sons. That this was the end of his Nativity, the Apostle Witnesseth, Gal. 4.4. When (Says he) the fullness of time was come, God sent his Son (and he readily Come) made of a woman, made under the Law, to Redeem them that were under the Law, that we might receive the adoption of Sons. cst d vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. c-crq (vvz pns31) dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn, np1 vvd po31 n1 (cc pns31 av-j vvd) vvn pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vbdr p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 92
672 You were once slaves (beleevers) and Christ was born that you might be sons; You were once slaves (believers) and christ was born that you might be Sons; pn22 vbdr a-acp n2 (n2) cc np1 vbds vvn cst pn22 vmd vbi n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 93
673 And a part of that adoption to which you were redeemed, is not only the redemption of your souls (though that bee the chief) but also, the redemption of your bodies, as it is clear, Romans 8.23. And a part of that adoption to which you were redeemed, is not only the redemption of your Souls (though that be the chief) but also, the redemption of your bodies, as it is clear, Romans 8.23. cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vbdr vvn, vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 (cs d vbb dt j-jn) p-acp av, dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, c-acp pn31 vbz j, np1 crd. (7) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 93
674 This was the end why Christ was born, and I think I need not say, it was an end of love, This was the end why christ was born, and I think I need not say, it was an end of love, d vbds dt n1 c-crq np1 vbds vvn, cc pns11 vvb pns11 vvb xx vvi, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 93
675 for you cannot consider this, but you must confess that. for you cannot Consider this, but you must confess that. c-acp pn22 vmbx vvi d, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi d. (7) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 93
676 2 Another end which Christ aimed at in his Nativity, was to be fitted to suffer for Beleevers sakes. 2 another end which christ aimed At in his Nativity, was to be fitted to suffer for Believers sakes. crd j-jn n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp p-acp po31 n1, vbds pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 93
677 As Christ was God, and shined with the glory and Majesty of the Deity, buffetings, spittings, binding, &c. could not, durst not, take hold upon him; As christ was God, and shined with the glory and Majesty of the Deity, buffetings, spittings, binding, etc. could not, durst not, take hold upon him; p-acp np1 vbds np1, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, n2-vvg, n2-vvg, vvg, av vmd xx, vvd xx, vvb vvb p-acp pno31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 93
678 when he spake but that word, I AM HEE, the glory of his God-head shining through it as through a crevise) it is said, they that came to seize him, went backward, and fell to the ground, Joh. 18.6. Christ knew, that as hee was God, he could not suffer, and yet a necessity he saw of suffering for beleevers sakes; when he spoke but that word, I AM HE, the glory of his Godhead shining through it as through a crevice) it is said, they that Come to seize him, went backward, and fell to the ground, John 18.6. christ knew, that as he was God, he could not suffer, and yet a necessity he saw of suffering for believers sakes; c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp d n1, pns11 vbm pns31, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvg p-acp pn31 p-acp p-acp dt n1) pn31 vbz vvn, pns32 cst vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, vvd av-j, cc vvd p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. np1 vvd, cst c-acp pns31 vbds np1, pns31 vmd xx vvi, cc av dt n1 pns31 vvd pp-f vvg p-acp n2 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 94
679 therefore he was contented to cloud the glory of his Deity, with the mantle of the seed of Abraham, that so he might be fitted to suffer for them. Therefore he was contented to cloud the glory of his Deity, with the mantle of the seed of Abraham, that so he might be fitted to suffer for them. av pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst av pns31 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 94
680 When Codrus saw that his death would profit his Country, and that while he had on his Imperial robes none durst slay him, the Historian saith, Depositis imperii insignibus, famularem cultum induit, &c. i. e. When Codrus saw that his death would profit his Country, and that while he had on his Imperial robes none durst slay him, the Historian Says, Depositis imperii insignibus, famularem cultum induit, etc. i. e. c-crq np1 vvd cst po31 n1 vmd vvi po31 n1, cc cst cs pns31 vhd p-acp po31 j-jn n2 pix vvd vvi pno31, dt n1 vvz, np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1, av pns11. sy. (7) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 94
681 He laid aside the royal robe, and put on an homely habit, that he might be fit to dye in that disguise. He laid aside the royal robe, and put on an homely habit, that he might be fit to die in that disguise. pns31 vvd av dt j n1, cc vvd p-acp dt j n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 94
682 My beloved, the Lord Jesus saw that the bloud of Bulls and Goats could not take away sins; My Beloved, the Lord jesus saw that the blood of Bulls and Goats could not take away Sins; po11 j-vvn, dt n1 np1 vvd cst dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 vmd xx vvi av n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 94
683 he saw also, that yet, if ever beleevers lived, it must be by bloud: he saw also, that yet, if ever believers lived, it must be by blood: pns31 vvd av, cst av, cs av n2 vvd, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 94
684 And therefore, the Father having prepared him a body (as it is Heb. 10.5.) his heart had this law of love written in it, that he took the Body, that thereby he might bee fit to bleed. And Therefore, the Father having prepared him a body (as it is Hebrew 10.5.) his heart had this law of love written in it, that he took the Body, that thereby he might be fit to bleed. cc av, dt n1 vhg vvn pno31 dt n1 (c-acp pn31 vbz np1 crd.) po31 n1 vhd d n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vvd dt n1, cst av pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 95
685 Surely you are blind if you see not love in this end, viz. That Christ was born to be fit to dye. Surely you Are blind if you see not love in this end, viz. That christ was born to be fit to die. np1 pn22 vbr j cs pn22 vvb xx vvi p-acp d n1, n1 cst np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 95
686 3 A third end why he was born, was, that hee might bee like beleevers. 3 A third end why he was born, was, that he might be like believers. crd dt ord n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, vbds, cst pns31 vmd vbi j n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 95
687 Love tends to likenesse, Christ, because he loved, would bee born, that he might be like to them in all things, whom he loved above all things. Love tends to likeness, christ, Because he loved, would be born, that he might be like to them in all things, whom he loved above all things. n1 vvz p-acp n1, np1, c-acp pns31 vvd, vmd vbi vvn, cst pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp pno32 p-acp d n2, ro-crq pns31 vvd p-acp d n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 95
688 He was made (saith the spirit) in the likenesse of man, Phil. 2.7. He beheld his beloved in the form of servants, and he would bee born, that he might be in their form. He was made (Says the Spirit) in the likeness of man, Philip 2.7. He beheld his Beloved in the from of Servants, and he would be born, that he might be in their from. pns31 vbds vvn (vvz dt n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvd po31 j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc pns31 vmd vbi vvn, cst pns31 vmd vbi p-acp po32 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 95
689 Christ saw his dear ones, cloathed with the sackcloth of Human Nature (for that compared with the Angelical is but as hair to silk) and therefore stoopt to a Nativity, that he might be in the same fashion, christ saw his dear ones, clothed with the Sackcloth of Human Nature (for that compared with the Angelical is but as hair to silk) and Therefore stooped to a Nativity, that he might be in the same fashion, np1 vvd po31 j-jn pi2, vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 (c-acp d vvn p-acp dt j vbz cc-acp c-acp n1 p-acp n1) cc av vvd p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi p-acp dt d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 95
690 and appear in the same suite. and appear in the same suit. cc vvi p-acp dt d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 95
691 Though the Human Nature (especially cloathed with infirmities) were but a very mean array, Though the Human Nature (especially clothed with infirmities) were but a very mean array, cs dt j n1 (av-j vvn p-acp n2) vbdr p-acp dt j j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 95
692 yet his Divine love made him esteem it above the Angelical; yet his Divine love made him esteem it above the Angelical; av po31 j-jn n1 vvd pno31 vvi pn31 p-acp dt j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 96
693 Therefore passing by the nature of Angels, he took upon him the nature of man, and was born, that he might be like unto beleevers. Surely this was love. But, Therefore passing by the nature of Angels, he took upon him the nature of man, and was born, that he might be like unto believers. Surely this was love. But, av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vbds vvn, cst pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp n2. np1 d vbds n1. p-acp, (7) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 96
694 4 Christ in his Nativity aimed at another end (as like, in love, the former as might be) and that was, to unite himself more clearly and convincingly unto beleevers. 4 christ in his Nativity aimed At Another end (as like, in love, the former as might be) and that was, to unite himself more clearly and convincingly unto believers. crd np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvn p-acp j-jn n1 (c-acp av-j, p-acp n1, dt j c-acp vmd vbi) cc cst vbds, pc-acp vvi px31 av-dc av-j cc av-vvg p-acp n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 96
695 Union is an effect of affection, and love desires to unite. union is an Effect of affection, and love Desires to unite. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 vvz pc-acp vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 96
696 And if union be designed as the end of any act, we may safely say, Love was the Agent in that design. And if Union be designed as the end of any act, we may safely say, Love was the Agent in that Design. cc cs n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns12 vmb av-j vvi, n1 vbds dt n1 p-acp d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 96
697 Christ indeed unites himself to Beleevers, by communicating unto them his own Divine Nature; but that hee might make the Union more firm, he was born to take upon him their Human nature. Beleevers, Christ is nearer united to you, than unto the Angels; christ indeed unites himself to Believers, by communicating unto them his own Divine Nature; but that he might make the union more firm, he was born to take upon him their Human nature. Believers, christ is nearer united to you, than unto the Angels; np1 av vvz px31 p-acp n2, p-acp vvg p-acp pno32 po31 d j-jn n1; p-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 av-dc j, pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 po32 j n1. n2, np1 vbz jc vvn p-acp pn22, cs p-acp dt n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 96
698 his love to you did in this respect transcend his love to them; his love to you did in this respect transcend his love to them; po31 n1 p-acp pn22 vdd p-acp d n1 vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32; (7) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 96
699 hee took not upon him their nature, and so was not united to them that way; he took not upon him their nature, and so was not united to them that Way; pns31 vvd xx p-acp pno31 po32 n1, cc av vbds xx vvn p-acp pno32 d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 97
700 but he took upon him your nature ▪ and was for this end born, that hee might be united to you this way. but he took upon him your nature ▪ and was for this end born, that he might be united to you this Way. cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 po22 n1 ▪ cc vbds p-acp d n1 vvn, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn22 d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 97
701 Say, is not this love? Yet Say, is not this love? Yet n1, vbz xx d n1? av (7) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 97
702 5 Christ had another end of love, for which hee was born, viz. That he might be fitted in a more familiar manner to condescend to the capacities, 5 christ had Another end of love, for which he was born, viz. That he might be fitted in a more familiar manner to condescend to the capacities, crd np1 vhd j-jn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn, n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt av-dc j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 97
703 yea, and to sympathize with the infirmities, of beleevers. Christ desires to converse with them sweetly, and to sympathize with them seriously; yea, and to sympathise with the infirmities, of believers. christ Desires to converse with them sweetly, and to sympathise with them seriously; uh, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, pp-f n2. np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 av-j, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 av-j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 97
704 neither of which he could so clearly do as God, therefore it was, he would be born man. As he was God, and had only the divine nature, beleevers were not able in so free a manner to converse with him: neither of which he could so clearly do as God, Therefore it was, he would be born man. As he was God, and had only the divine nature, believers were not able in so free a manner to converse with him: av-dx pp-f r-crq pns31 vmd av av-j vdb c-acp np1, av pn31 vbds, pns31 vmd vbi vvn n1. c-acp pns31 vbds np1, cc vhd av-j dt j-jn n1, n2 vbdr xx j p-acp av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 97
705 his glory was so amazing, that their weak eyes could not behold it; his Majesty was so overpowering, that then frail spirits could not converse with it; his glory was so amazing, that their weak eyes could not behold it; his Majesty was so overpowering, that then frail spirits could not converse with it; po31 n1 vbds av j-vvg, cst po32 j n2 vmd xx vvi pn31; po31 n1 vbds av vvg, cst av j n2 vmd xx vvi p-acp pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 97
706 Hee was therefore pleased to take our nature, and be born, that they might converse familiarly with his grace and not dye, who could not behold fully his glory, and live. Had Jesus Christ took upon him the nature of Angells, He was Therefore pleased to take our nature, and be born, that they might converse familiarly with his grace and not die, who could not behold Fully his glory, and live. Had jesus christ took upon him the nature of Angels, pns31 vbds av vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc vbi vvn, cst pns32 vmd vvi av-jn p-acp po31 n1 cc xx vvi, r-crq vmd xx vvi av-j po31 n1, cc vvi. vhd np1 np1 vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 98
707 and so have come into the world unto his, alas, his presence (like that of the Angells) had been terrible! and so have come into the world unto his, alas, his presence (like that of the Angels) had been terrible! cc av vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp png31, uh, po31 n1 (av-j d pp-f dt n2) vhd vbn j! (7) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 98
708 Beleevers could not have borne it. Believers could not have born it. n2 vmd xx vhi vvn pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 98
709 For this end therefore the word was made flesh and dwelt amongst us (as 'tis John 1.14.) That so we might behold the glory of God, in the only begotten son; For this end Therefore the word was made Flesh and dwelled among us (as it's John 1.14.) That so we might behold the glory of God, in the only begotten son; p-acp d n1 av dt n1 vbds vvn n1 cc vvd p-acp pno12 (c-acp pn31|vbz np1 crd.) cst av pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt av-j vvn n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 98
710 the divine glory can now more safely bee contemplated by beleevers, while it is in the tent (that I may allude to the word NONLATINALPHABET) of flesh; the divine glory can now more safely be contemplated by believers, while it is in the tent (that I may allude to the word) of Flesh; dt j-jn n1 vmb av av-dc av-j vbi vvn p-acp n2, cs pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 (cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1) pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 98
711 then it could bee by it self. then it could be by it self. cs pn31 vmd vbi p-acp pn31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 98
712 Now Beleevers may look upon the luster of his Deity more sweetly, while they can behold it as (it were) through the love-hood of humanity. Besides, Christ being born, he is now fitted to sympathize with the infirmities of his. Now Believers may look upon the luster of his Deity more sweetly, while they can behold it as (it were) through the love-hood of humanity. Beside, christ being born, he is now fitted to sympathise with the infirmities of his. av n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av-dc av-j, cs pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp (pn31 vbdr) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. a-acp, np1 vbg vvn, pns31 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f png31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 98
713 It behoved him (saith the Holy ghost) in all things to be made like (and this is spoken of his becomming man) unto his Brethren, that hee might bee NONLATINALPHABET: It behooved him (Says the Holy ghost) in all things to be made like (and this is spoken of his becoming man) unto his Brothers, that he might be: pn31 vvd pno31 (vvz dt j n1) p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn av-j (cc d vbz vvn pp-f po31 vvg n1) p-acp po31 n2, cst pns31 vmd vbi: (7) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 99
714 i. e. one that can shew tender mercy or pity, Heb. 2.17. Christ by his being born, and so actually experiencing the infirmities of the humane nature, knows now the better how to sympathize with his. i. e. one that can show tender mercy or pity, Hebrew 2.17. christ by his being born, and so actually experiencing the infirmities of the humane nature, knows now the better how to sympathise with his. uh. sy. pi cst vmb vvi j n1 cc n1, np1 crd. np1 p-acp po31 vbg vvn, cc av av-j vvg dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, vvz av dt jc c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp png31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 99
715 Now tell me, is not this great love, that Jesus Christ (who might (if he would) have solaced himself in the contemplation of his own glory, Now tell me, is not this great love, that jesus christ (who might (if he would) have solaced himself in the contemplation of his own glory, av vvb pno11, vbz xx d j n1, cst np1 np1 (r-crq vmd (cs pns31 vmd) vhb vvn px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 99
716 and never have stoopt to the sence of our infirmities, yet that he) would be born, that so we might behold his glory, and he might sympathize with us? he by his birth condescending to our capacities and making himselfe sensible of our infirmities. and never have stooped to the sense of our infirmities, yet that he) would be born, that so we might behold his glory, and he might sympathise with us? he by his birth condescending to our capacities and making himself sensible of our infirmities. cc av-x vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, av cst pns31) vmd vbi vvn, cst av pns12 vmd vvi po31 n1, cc pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno12? pns31 p-acp po31 n1 vvg p-acp po12 n2 cc vvg px31 j pp-f po12 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 99
717 6 Adde to all these ends, this in the last place, That Christ by his nativity hath raised our humane nature, the dignity of which was another end of it. 6 Add to all these ends, this in the last place, That christ by his Nativity hath raised our humane nature, the dignity of which was Another end of it. crd vvb p-acp d d n2, d p-acp dt ord n1, cst np1 p-acp po31 n1 vhz vvn po12 j n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbds j-jn n1 pp-f pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 99
718 Oh! how might I shew the love of Christ to transcend in this end of his nativity! Oh! how might I show the love of christ to transcend in this end of his Nativity! uh q-crq vmd pns11 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1! (7) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 99
719 Certainly beleevers Christ by uniting your nature to his own, did mightily dignifie it. Certainly believers christ by uniting your nature to his own, did mightily dignify it. av-j n2 np1 p-acp n-vvg po22 n1 p-acp po31 d, vdd av-j vvi pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 100
720 How doth the humane nature shine in the luster of the divine? How doth the peble (mans nature) glister in the golden (I should say the glorious) ring of the divine nature? O the transcendency of Christ love, that hee would stoop so low, How does the humane nature shine in the luster of the divine? How does the pebble (men nature) glister in the golden (I should say the glorious) ring of the divine nature? Oh the transcendency of christ love, that he would stoop so low, q-crq vdz dt j n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn? q-crq vdz dt n1 (ng1 n1) vvb p-acp dt j (pns11 vmd vvi dt j) vvb pp-f dt j-jn n1? uh dt n1 pp-f np1 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi av j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 100
721 as to be born for this end, that thereby he might raise high the nature of his beloved ones, i.e. beleevers! as to be born for this end, that thereby he might raise high the nature of his Beloved ones, i.e. believers! c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cst av pns31 vmd vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn pi2, n1 n2! (7) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 100
722 So that thus you see how the birth of Christ (throughly viewed) giveth a bright discovery of the transcendency of his love. So that thus you see how the birth of christ (thoroughly viewed) gives a bright discovery of the transcendency of his love. av cst av pn22 vvb c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 (av-j vvn) vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 100
723 Certainly, if you spiritually contemplate all that love which shines in the birth of the Lord Jesus, you will easily conclude, that his love to beleevers passeth knowledge. Certainly, if you spiritually contemplate all that love which shines in the birth of the Lord jesus, you will Easily conclude, that his love to believers passes knowledge. av-j, cs pn22 av-j vvi d cst n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, pn22 vmb av-j vvi, cst po31 n1 p-acp n2 vvz n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 100
724 The second head (from which I said I would demonstrate the transcendency of Christs love) was the life of Christ. And now a little to speak to this: The second head (from which I said I would demonstrate the transcendency of Christ love) was the life of christ. And now a little to speak to this: dt ord n1 (p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd pns11 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1) vbds dt n1 pp-f np1. cc av dt j pc-acp vvi p-acp d: (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 101
725 you must not imagine, that I dare undertake the whole History of his life, and demonstrate his transcendent love from every Act thereof; you must not imagine, that I Dare undertake the Whole History of his life, and demonstrate his transcendent love from every Act thereof; pn22 vmb xx vvi, cst pns11 vvb vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvi po31 j n1 p-acp d n1 av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 101
726 No, this were too large a field to walk in. No, this were too large a field to walk in. uh-dx, d vbdr av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 101
727 I shall hint something in the generall of it, and then I shall in a more particular manner speak to some remarkable passages thereof, all speaking transcendent love to beleevers. I shall hint something in the general of it, and then I shall in a more particular manner speak to Some remarkable passages thereof, all speaking transcendent love to believers. pns11 vmb n1 pi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc av pns11 vmb p-acp dt av-dc j n1 vvi p-acp d j n2 av, d vvg j n1 p-acp n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 101
728 Generally, the life of Christ was a perfect myrrour of his love: Generally, the life of christ was a perfect mirror of his love: av-j, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 101
729 every action of it was full of love, and if wee put all the actions of his life together, we may conclude, that he was born, not so much to live, as to love. There was not a word which dropped from his lips, every actium of it was full of love, and if we put all the actions of his life together, we may conclude, that he was born, not so much to live, as to love. There was not a word which dropped from his lips, d n1 pp-f pn31 vbds j pp-f n1, cc cs pns12 vvb d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 av, pns12 vmb vvi, cst pns31 vbds vvn, xx av av-d p-acp vvb, a-acp p-acp vvb. a-acp vbds xx dt n1 r-crq vvd p-acp po31 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 101
730 but it was full of love, and for his works which he did, they all spake love so loud, but it was full of love, and for his works which he did, they all spoke love so loud, cc-acp pn31 vbds j pp-f n1, cc p-acp po31 vvz r-crq pns31 vdd, pns32 d vvd n1 av av-j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 101
731 as that the deafest eare might hear it. as that the deafest ear might hear it. c-acp cst dt js n1 vmd vvi pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 101
732 So that we may say (as the Psalmist in another case) There is no speech, nor language, where the voyce of his love was not heard, the line thereof went through every act of his life. So that we may say (as the Psalmist in Another case) There is no speech, nor language, where the voice of his love was not herd, the line thereof went through every act of his life. av cst pns12 vmb vvi (c-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1) pc-acp vbz dx n1, ccx n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbds xx vvn, dt n1 av vvd p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 102
733 Should we begin at the Temple, where he disputed with the Doctors, and follow him to the mount, where he was crucified by the souldiers, we should see all the way strewed with love-roses. Should we begin At the Temple, where he disputed with the Doctors, and follow him to the mount, where he was Crucified by the Soldiers, we should see all the Way strewed with love-roses. vmd pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvn p-acp dt n2, cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt vvb, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2, pns12 vmd vvi d dt n1 vvn p-acp n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 102
734 And as there is no beam in the Sunne, in which there is no light; And as there is no beam in the Sun, in which there is no Light; cc c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 102
735 so there was no Act in the life of Christ, but to a spirituall eie, shines with the light of love. so there was no Act in the life of christ, but to a spiritual eye, shines with the Light of love. av a-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 102
736 But (omitting others) I shall instance only in five particulars, and shew how Christ in the actions of his life, did declare the transcendency of his love. But (omitting Others) I shall instance only in five particulars, and show how christ in the actions of his life, did declare the transcendency of his love. cc-acp (vvg n2-jn) pns11 vmb n1 av-j p-acp crd n2-j, cc vvb c-crq np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 102
737 1 Jesus Christ did run for beleevers sakes through all the miseries of this life. 1 jesus christ did run for believers sakes through all the misery's of this life. crd np1 np1 vdd vvi p-acp n2 n2 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 102
738 You cannot bee in any misery (which is humane) but Christ was in it for you, to sweeten it unto you. You cannot be in any misery (which is humane) but christ was in it for you, to sweeten it unto you. pn22 vmbx vbi p-acp d n1 (r-crq vbz j) p-acp np1 vbds p-acp pn31 p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pn22. (7) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 102
739 Art thou hungry? he was, Mat. 4.3. Art thou thirsty? hee was: Art thou weary? hee was, John 4.6. Meetest thou with scoffings, scornings, derisions, blasphemies, buffettings, Why thy Lord Christ out of his transcendent love) runned through all these in his life for thee. Art thou hungry? he was, Mathew 4.3. Art thou thirsty? he was: Art thou weary? he was, John 4.6. Meetest thou with scoffings, scornings, derisions, Blasphemies, buffetings, Why thy Lord christ out of his transcendent love) runned through all these in his life for thee. vb2r pns21 j? pns31 vbds, np1 crd. vb2r pns21 j? pns31 vbds: vb2r pns21 j? pns31 vbds, np1 crd. js pns21 p-acp n2-vvg, n2-vvg, n2, n2, n2-vvg, q-crq po21 n1 np1 av pp-f po31 j n1) vvd p-acp d d p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno21. (7) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 102
740 Beleevers, I beseech you mind it, when ever you meet with any of the miseries of this life, your beloved met with them for your sakes, Believers, I beseech you mind it, when ever you meet with any of the misery's of this life, your Beloved met with them for your sakes, n2, pns11 vvb pn22 n1 pn31, c-crq av pn22 vvb p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, po22 j-vvn vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po22 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 103
741 and that for this end, that hee might sweeten them to your souls. and that for this end, that he might sweeten them to your Souls. cc cst p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp po22 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 103
742 And therefore when you meet with, and are pressed by the miseries of this life in any kind, And Therefore when you meet with, and Are pressed by the misery's of this life in any kind, cc av c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp, cc vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 103
743 then think upon your Saviours love, who lived a life sensible of these miseries, out of his love to you. then think upon your Saviors love, who lived a life sensible of these misery's, out of his love to you. av vvb p-acp po22 ng1 n1, r-crq vvd dt n1 j pp-f d n2, av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pn22. (7) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 103
744 And I doubt not but you will say, O transcendent love! And I doubt not but you will say, Oh transcendent love! cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, uh j n1! (7) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 103
745 2. The Lord Jesus submitted to all the duties of religion (which was not only to fulfill the righteousness of the law) but to declare the infinitnes of his love: 2. The Lord jesus submitted to all the duties of Religion (which was not only to fulfil the righteousness of the law) but to declare the infiniteness of his love: crd dt n1 np1 vvd p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1 (r-crq vbds xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1) cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 103
746 for by it beleevers may see, he requires of them at no time, more than he did himself. for by it believers may see, he requires of them At no time, more than he did himself. p-acp p-acp pn31 n2 vmb vvi, pns31 vvz pp-f pno32 p-acp dx n1, av-dc cs pns31 vdd px31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 103
747 The yoak of Christ, by this is made smooth and easie. Now his commandements will appear, not to be grievous, because hee did obey them first himself. The yoke of christ, by this is made smooth and easy. Now his Commandments will appear, not to be grievous, Because he did obey them First himself. dt vvb pp-f np1, p-acp d vbz vvn j cc j. av po31 n2 vmb vvi, xx pc-acp vbi j, c-acp pns31 vdd vvi pno32 ord px31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 103
748 There is no duty (O beleeving soul) unto which thou canst be called in the whole course of thy life, There is no duty (Oh believing soul) unto which thou Canst be called in the Whole course of thy life, pc-acp vbz dx n1 (uh j-vvg n1) p-acp r-crq pns21 vm2 vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po21 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 401
749 but thy Saviour in his life did the same. but thy Saviour in his life did the same. cc-acp po21 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vdd dt d. (7) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 401
750 The child may well say, he hath a loving father, when as he can see him first doing that himself in his own person, which hee commands it to do. The child may well say, he hath a loving father, when as he can see him First doing that himself in his own person, which he commands it to do. dt n1 vmb av vvi, pns31 vhz dt j-vvg n1, c-crq c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno31 ord vdg cst px31 p-acp po31 d n1, r-crq pns31 vvz pn31 pc-acp vdi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 401
751 Your everlasting Father Jesus Christ (O ye children of faith ) in his life went through (in his own person) all those performances which you are to do in Religion. Your everlasting Father jesus christ (Oh you children of faith) in his life went through (in his own person) all those performances which you Are to do in Religion. po22 j n1 np1 np1 (uh pn22 n2 pp-f n1) p-acp po31 n1 vvd p-acp (p-acp po31 d n1) d d n2 r-crq pn22 vbr pc-acp vdi p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 401
752 And is not this transcendent love? And is not this transcendent love? cc vbz xx d j n1? (7) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 401
753 3. Our Lord, •n the whole course of his life, was ever carefull to provide and use all possible means for the strengthning of beleevers graces. 3. Our Lord, •n the Whole course of his life, was ever careful to provide and use all possible means for the strengthening of believers graces. crd po12 n1, vvb dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbds av j pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j n2 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 401
754 Knowledge & Faith, are the two great graces for the sweetning of the life of beleevers, Knowledge & Faith, Are the two great graces for the sweetening of the life of believers, n1 cc n1, vbr dt crd j n2 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 401
755 and Christ was very carefull to strengthen them. and christ was very careful to strengthen them. cc np1 vbds av j pc-acp vvi pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 401
756 Therefore it was that hee spake chiefly to those things which might strengthen these graces. For knowledge, how lovingly did hee speak that which his Disciples were able to bear? And if he thought they did not well understand what he said, Therefore it was that he spoke chiefly to those things which might strengthen these graces. For knowledge, how lovingly did he speak that which his Disciples were able to bear? And if he Thought they did not well understand what he said, av pn31 vbds cst pns31 vvd av-jn p-acp d n2 r-crq vmd vvi d n2. p-acp n1, c-crq av-vvg vdd pns31 vvi d r-crq po31 n2 vbdr j pc-acp vvi? cc cs pns31 vvd pns32 vdd xx av vvi r-crq pns31 vvd, (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 105
757 how lovingly did he expound all things to them when they were alone? as tis, Mark 4. 33, 34. Yea when they asked him of any Parable, what its meaning might be, how lovingly did he expound all things to them when they were alone? as this, Mark 4. 33, 34. Yea when they asked him of any Parable, what its meaning might be, c-crq av-vvg vdd pns31 vvi d n2 p-acp pno32 c-crq pns32 vbdr j? p-acp d, vvb crd crd, crd uh c-crq pns32 vvd pno31 pp-f d n1, r-crq po31 n1 vmd vbi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 105
758 How lovingly did hee satisfie their desires, telling them, that it was their privilege, and to them it was given to know the mysterys of the kingdome of God? Luke 8.9, 10. nay, How lovingly did he satisfy their Desires, telling them, that it was their privilege, and to them it was given to know the mysterys of the Kingdom of God? Luke 8.9, 10. nay, c-crq av-vvg vdd pns31 vvi po32 n2, vvg pno32, cst pn31 vbds po32 n1, cc p-acp pno32 pn31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? zz crd, crd uh-x, (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 105
759 when Jesus had spoke any thing which they understood not, and did but perceive their reasoning among themselves about it, he did voluntarily (not being asked) inform them, when jesus had spoke any thing which they understood not, and did but perceive their reasoning among themselves about it, he did voluntarily (not being asked) inform them, c-crq np1 vhd vvn d n1 r-crq pns32 vvd xx, cc vdd p-acp vvb po32 n-vvg p-acp px32 p-acp pn31, pns31 vdd av-jn (xx vbg vvn) vvi pno32, (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 105
760 as in that, Mat. 16.7, 8, 9. And for faith, its easie to observe how ready Christ was to strengthen it. as in that, Mathew 16.7, 8, 9. And for faith, its easy to observe how ready christ was to strengthen it. c-acp p-acp d, np1 crd, crd, crd cc p-acp n1, po31 j pc-acp vvi c-crq j np1 vbds pc-acp vvi pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 105
761 Did he not rejoyce when he had an oportunity so to do? Mark that in Job. 11. when Lazarus was dead, and hee knew how his raising of him would conduce to the confirming of their faith, hee professeth (speaking of it) that he was glad for their sakes, that hee was not there when he dyed, to the intent they might beleeve, vers. 15. Now (my beloved,) what doth this care of Christ to strengthen your graces declare, Did he not rejoice when he had an opportunity so to do? Mark that in Job. 11. when Lazarus was dead, and he knew how his raising of him would conduce to the confirming of their faith, he Professes (speaking of it) that he was glad for their sakes, that he was not there when he died, to the intent they might believe, vers. 15. Now (my Beloved,) what does this care of christ to strengthen your graces declare, vdd pns31 xx vvi c-crq pns31 vhd dt n1 av pc-acp vdi? n1 cst p-acp n1. crd c-crq np1 vbds j, cc pns31 vvd c-crq po31 n-vvg pp-f pno31 vmd vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f po32 n1, pns31 vvz (vvg pp-f pn31) cst pns31 vbds j p-acp po32 n2, cst pns31 vbds xx a-acp c-crq pns31 vvd, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmd vvi, fw-la. crd av (po11 j-vvn,) r-crq vdz d n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 106
762 but the transcendency of his love to your souls? but the transcendency of his love to your Souls? cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po22 n2? (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 106
763 4 Jesus Christ in his life aimed more at, and rejoyced more in Beleevers comforts than his own. 4 jesus christ in his life aimed more At, and rejoiced more in Believers comforts than his own. crd np1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvd av-dc p-acp, cc vvd av-dc p-acp n2 n2 cs po31 d. (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 106
764 When he heard that great voyce from heaven, saying, I have glorified it ( i.e. his name) and I will glorifie it; He said, This voice came not for his sake, but for his Disciples. When he herd that great voice from heaven, saying, I have glorified it (i.e. his name) and I will Glorify it; He said, This voice Come not for his sake, but for his Disciples. c-crq pns31 vvd cst j n1 p-acp n1, vvg, pns11 vhb vvn pn31 (n1 po31 n1) cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31; pns31 vvd, d n1 vvd xx p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 106
765 It seems his end in that request (for that voyce was an answer to his prayer) was not his glory, but their good. It seems his end in that request (for that voice was an answer to his prayer) was not his glory, but their good. pn31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d n1 (c-acp d n1 vbds dt n1 p-acp po31 n1) vbds xx po31 n1, cc-acp po32 j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 106
766 And therefore, not rejoycing himself in the excellent glory of that voice from heaven, hee speaks to them, And Therefore, not rejoicing himself in the excellent glory of that voice from heaven, he speaks to them, cc av, xx vvg px31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 106
767 and applies it to them, professing it was for their sakes, Joh. 12.30. and Applies it to them, professing it was for their sakes, John 12.30. cc vvz pn31 p-acp pno32, vvg pn31 vbds p-acp po32 n2, np1 crd. (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 106
768 Hence it is also, that hee, when hee was to die, and knew that his houre was come (and so one would think should have retired, Hence it is also, that he, when he was to die, and knew that his hour was come (and so one would think should have retired, av pn31 vbz av, cst pns31, c-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi, cc vvd cst po31 n1 vbds vvn (cc av pi vmd vvi vmd vhi vvn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 106
769 and spent his time for himself) hee set himself to comfort his Disciples, that in so doing, he might declare that having loved them, he loved them to the end with a transcendent love, Joh. 13.1. and spent his time for himself) he Set himself to Comfort his Disciples, that in so doing, he might declare that having loved them, he loved them to the end with a transcendent love, John 13.1. cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp px31) pns31 vvd px31 p-acp n1 po31 n2, cst p-acp av vdg, pns31 vmd vvi cst vhg vvn pno32, pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 107
770 Tell me (my beloved) should you see one going to the Stake, or Scaffold to dye, Tell me (my Beloved) should you see one going to the Stake, or Scaffold to die, vvb pno11 (po11 j-vvn) vmd pn22 vvi pi vvg p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 107
771 and should you observe him spend all his time, breath, and eloquence, in comforting some one dear beloved; and should you observe him spend all his time, breath, and eloquence, in comforting Some one dear Beloved; cc vmd pn22 vvi pno31 vvi d po31 n1, n1, cc n1, p-acp vvg d crd j-jn vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 107
772 would not you say his love did transcend, in making him forget himself, to comfort her? why so it was with your Saviour, There were but few houres ere he was to be taken, and to suffer. would not you say his love did transcend, in making him forget himself, to Comfort her? why so it was with your Saviour, There were but few hours ere he was to be taken, and to suffer. vmd xx pn22 vvi po31 n1 vdd vvi, p-acp vvg pno31 vvi px31, pc-acp vvi pno31? uh-crq av pn31 vbds p-acp po22 n1, pc-acp vbdr p-acp d n2 c-acp pns31 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pc-acp vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 107
773 And yet, as if he minded (as indeed he did) the comfort of his Disciples more than his own, he improves all that time, And yet, as if he minded (as indeed he did) the Comfort of his Disciples more than his own, he improves all that time, cc av, c-acp cs pns31 vvd (c-acp av pns31 vdd) dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 av-dc cs po31 d, pns31 vvz d cst n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 107
774 and spent (as it were) all his eloquence upon them, labouring to silence their dispairings, and spent (as it were) all his eloquence upon them, labouring to silence their dispairings, cc vvd (c-acp pn31 vbdr) d po31 n1 p-acp pno32, vvg pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 107
775 and sorrows, not minding his owne death, and sufferings. Oh transcendent love! and sorrows, not minding his own death, and sufferings. O transcendent love! cc n2, xx vvg po31 d n1, cc n2. uh j n1! (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 107
776 Lastly, it must be also minded, that Jesus Christ being to pray to his Father (the last action as it were of his life) he in that prayer declared the transcendency of his love, by putting up more requests in the behalf of beleevers, than of himself. Lastly, it must be also minded, that jesus christ being to prey to his Father (the last actium as it were of his life) he in that prayer declared the transcendency of his love, by putting up more requests in the behalf of believers, than of himself. ord, pn31 vmb vbi av vvn, cst np1 np1 vbg p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 (dt ord n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr pp-f po31 n1) pns31 p-acp d n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg a-acp av-dc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cs pp-f px31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 108
777 You know the prayer in Joh. 17. And if you observe it, you shall finde, that albeit in the beginning he prayes for himself, in that (Father the houre is come, glorifie thy Son) yet having but (as it were) mentioned this in the 1 vers. and reiterated it in vers. 5. he doth (in a manner) shut himself out of all the rest of the prayer, You know the prayer in John 17. And if you observe it, you shall find, that albeit in the beginning he prays for himself, in that (Father the hour is come, Glorify thy Son) yet having but (as it were) mentioned this in the 1 vers. and reiterated it in vers. 5. he does (in a manner) shut himself out of all the rest of the prayer, pn22 vvb dt n1 p-acp np1 crd cc cs pn22 vvb pn31, pn22 vmb vvi, cst cs p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp px31, p-acp d (n1 dt n1 vbz vvn, vvi po21 n1) av vhg p-acp (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvd d p-acp dt crd fw-la. cc j pn31 p-acp fw-la. crd pns31 vdz (p-acp dt n1) vvd px31 av pp-f d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 108
778 and spendeth it wholly for beleevers. And oh what glorious things did he beg in their behalf! and spendeth it wholly for believers. And o what glorious things did he beg in their behalf! cc vvz pn31 av-jn p-acp n2. cc uh q-crq j n2 vdd pns31 vvi p-acp po32 n1! (7) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 108
779 That the Father would keep and preserve them, ver. 15. That he would own and sanctifie them, ver. 10, 17. That they might be one with the Father, That the Father would keep and preserve them, ver. 15. That he would own and sanctify them, ver. 10, 17. That they might be one with the Father, cst dt n1 vmd vvi cc vvi pno32, fw-la. crd cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi pno32, fw-la. crd, crd cst pns32 vmd vbi pi p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 108
780 as he was one, ver. 21, 22. And in the close of all, how doth he intreat the Father, to admit them to be ther where he was, as he was one, ver. 21, 22. And in the close of all, how does he entreat the Father, to admit them to be there where he was, c-acp pns31 vbds pi, fw-la. crd, crd cc p-acp dt j pp-f d, q-crq vdz pns31 vvi dt n1, p-acp vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi a-acp c-crq pns31 vbds, (7) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 108
781 and to behold his glory? and how strongly doth he argue for this? doth he not use the cogent motive of love? for thou lovest me, ver. 24. As if he should say, Father, I know thou lovest me, thou didst so before ever the world was; and to behold his glory? and how strongly does he argue for this? does he not use the cogent motive of love? for thou Lovest me, ver. 24. As if he should say, Father, I know thou Lovest me, thou didst so before ever the world was; cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1? cc c-crq av-j vdz pns31 vvi p-acp d? vdz pns31 xx vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1? c-acp pns21 vv2 pno11, fw-la. crd p-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, n1, pns11 vvb pns21 vv2 pno11, pns21 vdd2 av p-acp av dt n1 vbds; (7) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 109
782 now I beseech thee, by that love, as if ever thou wouldest declare that thou dost love me, own, preserve, sanctifie, make one with thyself, mine, now I beseech thee, by that love, as if ever thou Wouldst declare that thou dost love me, own, preserve, sanctify, make one with thyself, mine, av pns11 vvb pno21, p-acp d n1, c-acp cs av pns21 vmd2 vvi cst pns21 vd2 vvi pno11, d, vvb, vvb, vvb pi p-acp px21, n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 109
783 as I am (for this is the argument to the whole prayer) and let them, whom I loved in the world, bee with me when they leave the world: as I am (for this is the argument to the Whole prayer) and let them, whom I loved in the world, be with me when they leave the world: c-acp pns11 vbm (c-acp d vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1) cc vvb pno32, ro-crq pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1, vbi p-acp pno11 c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 109
784 O Father, as thou lovest me, hear, grant this (as my last) request for my beloved ones. Oh Father, as thou Lovest me, hear, grant this (as my last) request for my Beloved ones. uh n1, c-acp pns21 vv2 pno11, vvb, vvb d (c-acp po11 n1) n1 p-acp po11 j-vvn pi2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 109
785 Tell me now, how transcendent is Christs love? and how near do beleevers lye to his bosome? who being now (as it were) to pray and dye, forgets himself, Tell me now, how transcendent is Christ love? and how near do believers lie to his bosom? who being now (as it were) to pray and die, forgets himself, vvb pno11 av, c-crq j vbz npg1 n1? cc c-crq av-j vdb n2 vvi p-acp po31 n1? r-crq vbg av (c-acp pn31 vbdr) pc-acp vvi cc vvi, vvz px31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 109
786 and breaths out his last requests in so many, so transcendent particulars in their behalfs. and breathes out his last requests in so many, so transcendent particulars in their behalfs. cc n2 av po31 ord n2 p-acp av d, av j n2-jn p-acp po32 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 109
787 Thus you see how easie it is to runne through the life of Christ, and yet running, to read all along transcendent love to beleevers. Thus you see how easy it is to run through the life of christ, and yet running, to read all along transcendent love to believers. av pn22 vvb c-crq j pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vvg, pc-acp vvi d a-acp j n1 p-acp n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 109
788 But I must now speak a word to the death of Christ, and you shall see this also as lively demonstrating (as either, But I must now speak a word to the death of christ, and you shall see this also as lively Demonstrating (as either, p-acp pns11 vmb av vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pn22 vmb vvi d av c-acp j vvg (c-acp d, (7) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 109
789 or both the other branches) the truth of the point, viz. That the love of Christ to beleevers passeth knowledge. or both the other branches) the truth of the point, viz. That the love of christ to believers passes knowledge. cc d dt j-jn n2) dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 vvz n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 110
790 The third head of demonstrations being the death of Christ, I shall speak to it a little distinctly, though briefly. The third head of demonstrations being the death of christ, I shall speak to it a little distinctly, though briefly. dt ord n1 pp-f n2 vbg dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 dt j av-j, c-acp av-j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 110
791 But where shall we begin his passton? and at what part of it shall we enter upon this demonstration? shall we goe with him into the Garden (indeed there it began) or shall wee ascend Mount Calvary (how upon it, it ended) or shall we speak of what he suffered in the high Priests hall? I think it not amisse to mention each. But where shall we begin his passton? and At what part of it shall we enter upon this demonstration? shall we go with him into the Garden (indeed there it began) or shall we ascend Mount Calvary (how upon it, it ended) or shall we speak of what he suffered in the high Priests hall? I think it not amiss to mention each. cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi po31 n1? cc p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f pn31 vmb pns12 vvi p-acp d n1? vmb pns12 vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 (av a-acp pn31 vvd) cc vmb pns12 vvi vvi np1 (c-crq p-acp pn31, pn31 vvd) cc vmb pns12 vvi pp-f r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt j ng1 n1? pns11 vvb pn31 xx av pc-acp vvi d. (7) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 110
792 To begin therefore at the Garden in which Christ was taken. O how transcendently sweet is the smell of his love here! To begin Therefore At the Garden in which christ was taken. O how transcendently sweet is the smell of his love Here! pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vbds vvn. sy c-crq av-j j vbz dt vvb pp-f po31 n1 av! (7) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 110
793 Beleevers look upon your Saviour in the Garden; Believers look upon your Saviour in the Garden; n2 vvb p-acp po22 n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 110
794 See him, when his soul began to be sorrowfull and very heavy, and listen a little to what he saith, My soule is exceeding sorrowfull, See him, when his soul began to be sorrowful and very heavy, and listen a little to what he Says, My soul is exceeding sorrowful, vvb pno31, c-crq po31 n1 vvd pc-acp vbi j cc j j, cc vvb dt j p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, po11 n1 vbz av-vvg j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 110
795 even unto the death, Matth. 26.38. you experienced Saints! Tell mee, what manner of love is this: even unto the death, Matthew 26.38. you experienced Saints! Tell me, what manner of love is this: av p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. pn22 vvd n2! vvb pno11, q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbz d: (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 110
796 For your Lord to be sad unto the death, that he might remove those clouds, which have sometimes kept your soules in the shadows of death and darknesse? But go on and listen to your Lords cry to the father, once, For your Lord to be sad unto the death, that he might remove those Clouds, which have sometime kept your Souls in the shadows of death and darkness? But go on and listen to your lords cry to the father, once, c-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi d n2, r-crq vhb av vvn po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1? p-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp po22 n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, a-acp, (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 111
797 & again, when he begged that the cup might passe from him: & again, when he begged that the cup might pass from him: cc av, c-crq pns31 vvd cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 111
798 Surely the wrath in the bottom of the cup was very bitter (which made him desire to be delivered from it:) But as surely the love in Christs besome was very sweet, which yet prevaileth with him, to submit his will to the Fathers, Surely the wrath in the bottom of the cup was very bitter (which made him desire to be Delivered from it:) But as surely the love in Christ besom was very sweet, which yet prevails with him, to submit his will to the Father's, av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds av j (r-crq vvd pno31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31:) cc-acp c-acp av-j dt vvb p-acp npg1 n1 vbds av j, r-crq av vvz p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi po31 vmb p-acp dt n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 111
799 and to drink it up for your sake. and to drink it up for your sake. cc p-acp vvb pn31 p-acp p-acp po22 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 111
800 Did you hear ever of sweating in a cold night, and that upon the cold ground, in an open Garden? Surely you will say hee must be hot within, that can, or could do so. Did you hear ever of sweating in a cold night, and that upon the cold ground, in an open Garden? Surely you will say he must be hight within, that can, or could do so. vdd pn22 vvi av pp-f vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc cst p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt j n1? av-j pn22 vmb vvi pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp, cst vmb, cc vmd vdi av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 111
801 Why the heat of your Saviours love was such, as that it supported him to bear the heat of Gods wrath, than as cold as the night was (and twas a winters night as is rationally conjectured) and as open as the place was (a garden) yet then, Why the heat of your Saviors love was such, as that it supported him to bear the heat of God's wrath, than as cold as the night was (and it a winter's night as is rationally conjectured) and as open as the place was (a garden) yet then, q-crq dt n1 pp-f po22 ng1 vvb vbds d, c-acp cst pn31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f npg1 n1, cs p-acp j-jn p-acp dt n1 vbds (cc pn31|vbds dt ng1 n1 c-acp vbz av-j vvn) cc p-acp j c-acp dt n1 vbds (dt n1) av av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 112
802 and there, he did sweat, and that clods of blood (his veines issuing out freely, and there, he did sweat, and that clods of blood (his Veins issuing out freely, cc a-acp, pns31 vdd vvi, cc d n2 pp-f n1 (po31 n2 vvg av av-j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 112
803 and the air congeling it presently) and this, in the beginning of his sufferings, beleevers, for your sakes. and the air congealing it presently) and this, in the beginning of his sufferings, believers, for your sakes. cc dt n1 vvg pn31 av-j) cc d, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n2, n2, p-acp po22 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 112
804 I presume you are not blind (and yet certainly you are) if you cannot read matchlesse love in this. I presume you Are not blind (and yet Certainly you Are) if you cannot read matchless love in this. pns11 vvb pn22 vbr xx j (cc av av-j pn22 vbr) cs pn22 vmbx vvi j n1 p-acp d. (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 112
805 Some have been so weak (reports reiterated tell us so) as to write letters to their beloved with their blood: some have been so weak (reports reiterated tell us so) as to write letters to their Beloved with their blood: d vhb vbn av j (n2 j vvb pno12 av) p-acp pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 j-vvn p-acp po32 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 112
806 If it be true, you will say it is much (and Ile say, 'twas mad) But yet let me tell you, its no simple tale, If it be true, you will say it is much (and I'll say, 'twas mad) But yet let me tell you, its no simple tale, cs pn31 vbb j, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vbz d (cc pns11|vmb vvi, pn31|vbds j) cc-acp av vvb pno11 vvi pn22, pn31|vbz dx j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 112
807 but a sweet truth, Christ in the garden bled enough to write a large letter of love to you And if you read spiritually, you read such love, but a sweet truth, christ in the garden bled enough to write a large Letter of love to you And if you read spiritually, you read such love, cc-acp dt j n1, np1 p-acp dt n1 vvd av-d pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22 cc cs pn22 vvb av-j, pn22 vvb d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 112
808 as yet, when you read, you cannot expres it, while you read the story of Christs agony in the garden. as yet, when you read, you cannot express it, while you read the story of Christ agony in the garden. c-acp av, c-crq pn22 vvb, pn22 vmbx vvi pn31, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 112
809 The greatnesse of Adams folly is not so legible in his eating the forbidden frult in the garden (which was the shutting or us out of paradise) As the transcendency of Christs love, is in his agony in the garden (which was to re-instate beleevers in a happyer state than Paradise was, or could bee.) The greatness of Adams folly is not so legible in his eating the forbidden frult in the garden (which was the shutting or us out of paradise) As the transcendency of Christ love, is in his agony in the garden (which was to reinstate believers in a Happier state than Paradise was, or could be.) dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz xx av j p-acp po31 vvg dt j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 (r-crq vbds dt vvg cc pno12 av pp-f n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vbz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 (r-crq vbds p-acp j n2 p-acp dt jc n1 cs n1 vbds, cc vmd vbi.) (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 113
810 But lets follow our Lord, from the garden to the High Priests hall, and here, let's hear a little the hideous out-cryes of the rude rabble against him. Ah Lord! But lets follow our Lord, from the garden to the High Priests hall, and Here, let's hear a little the hideous Outcries of the rude rabble against him. Ah Lord! p-acp n2 vvb po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j ng1 n1, cc av, vvb|pno12 vvi dt j dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno31. uh n1! (7) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 113
811 what was that stopped our Saviours ears, so that hee would not regard? and silenced his tongue, that hee would not reply? was't not love? when you read, what was that stopped our Saviors ears, so that he would not regard? and silenced his tongue, that he would not reply? Wasted not love? when you read, q-crq vbds cst vvd po12 ng1 n2, av cst pns31 vmd xx vvi? cc vvn po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi? vbds|pn31 xx vvb? c-crq pn22 vvb, (7) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 113
812 how some spit upon, and others railed at Christ; how Some spit upon, and Others railed At christ; c-crq d vvb p-acp, cc n2-jn vvd p-acp np1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 113
813 How some blasphemed him, and others buffetted him; how many scoffed, how many scorned, how many accused, how all cryed out against him? I say, How Some blasphemed him, and Others buffeted him; how many scoffed, how many scorned, how many accused, how all cried out against him? I say, c-crq d vvn pno31, cc n2-jn vvn pno31; c-crq d vvd, c-crq d vvn, c-crq d vvn, c-crq d vvd av p-acp pno31? pns11 vvb, (7) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 113
814 when you read this, cannot you as sweetly read the transcendent love of Christ to you, when you read this, cannot you as sweetly read the transcendent love of christ to you, c-crq pn22 vvb d, vmbx pn22 a-acp av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22, (7) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 113
815 as the transcendent malice of the Jews against Christ? as the transcendent malice of the jews against christ? c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np2 p-acp np1? (7) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 113
816 But not to stay here, goe out with Christ to Calvary. (As hee ascends the Mount, doth not the demonstration ascend too?) See him nailed to the Crosse, for your sakes, and tell mee, But not to stay Here, go out with christ to Calvary. (As he ascends the Mount, does not the demonstration ascend too?) See him nailed to the Cross, for your sakes, and tell me, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi av, vvb av p-acp np1 p-acp np1. (c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1, vdz xx dt n1 vvb av?) vvb pno31 vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp po22 n2, cc vvb pno11, (7) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 114
817 if that sight doth not clear this truth ( as a nail fastened by the masters of assomblies, such as Paul was) viz. That the love of Christ passeth knowledge. Surely, beleevers, Christs hanging on the Crosse, and then breathing out his last breath, and powreing out his hearts blood, in a shamefull, cursed, and tormenting way, for your sakes, is enough to make you [ cry ] out, O the depth of his love! if that sighed does not clear this truth (as a nail fastened by the Masters of assomblies, such as Paul was) viz. That the love of christ passes knowledge. Surely, believers, Christ hanging on the Cross, and then breathing out his last breath, and powreing out his hearts blood, in a shameful, cursed, and tormenting Way, for your sakes, is enough to make you [ cry ] out, Oh the depth of his love! cs d n1 vdz xx vvi d n1 (p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, d c-acp np1 vbds) n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1. av-j, n2, npg1 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc av vvg av po31 ord n1, cc vvg av po31 ng1 n1, p-acp dt j, j-vvn, cc vvg n1, p-acp po22 n2, vbz av-d pc-acp vvi pn22 [ vvb ] av, uh dt n1 pp-f po31 n1! (7) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 114
818 'Twas well said by one, that Mount Calvary, was Loves Academy: 'Twas well said by one, that Mount Calvary, was Loves Academy: pn31|vbds av vvn p-acp crd, cst vvb np1, vbds ng1 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 114
819 and he is worse than a Dunce, that cannot learn the transcendency of Christs love to beleevers here. and he is Worse than a Dunce, that cannot Learn the transcendency of Christ love to believers Here. cc pns31 vbz jc cs dt n1, cst vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2 av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 114
820 The blood of the Crosse speaks love in strength, and no such Sermon of love in the Bible, The blood of the Cross speaks love in strength, and no such Sermon of love in the bible, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, cc dx d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 114
821 nor in the Creation, as the blood of the Crosse, saith a fine pen. nor in the Creation, as the blood of the Cross, Says a fine pen. ccx p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 114
822 Greater love than this hath no [ man ] that a man lay down his life for his friends, Joh. 15.13. Greater love than this hath no [ man ] that a man lay down his life for his Friends, John 15.13. np1 n1 cs d vhz dx [ n1 ] cst dt n1 vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd. (7) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 114
823 Indeed, man hath no greater (nay scarce so great a love as that:) But Jesus Christ had, Indeed, man hath no greater (nay scarce so great a love as that:) But jesus christ had, np1, n1 vhz dx jc (uh-x av-j av j dt n1 c-acp d:) cc-acp np1 np1 vhd, (7) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 115
824 and shewed as great, (nay a far greater love than this) for hee laid down his life for his foes (such, beleevers, you were.) 'Twas but a brag of Peter (his words were greater than his love) when hee said, hee would dye for Christ: But 'twas a reality in Christ, and showed as great, (nay a Far greater love than this) for he laid down his life for his foes (such, believers, you were.) 'Twas but a brag of Peter (his words were greater than his love) when he said, he would die for christ: But 'twas a reality in christ, cc vvd p-acp j, (uh av av-j jc n1 cs d) p-acp pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2 (d, n2, pn22 vbdr.) pn31|vbds cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (po31 n2 vbdr jc cs po31 n1) c-crq pns31 vvd, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp np1: cc-acp pn31|vbds dt n1 p-acp np1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 115
825 when speaking of the baptism of his death, hee said, How am I streightened till it bee accomplished? when speaking of the Baptism of his death, he said, How am I straightened till it be accomplished? c-crq vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvd, q-crq vbm pns11 vvn c-acp pn31 vbb vvn? (7) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 115
826 Certainly it was large love, that streightened his soul, till he tasted of death for you. Certainly it was large love, that straightened his soul, till he tasted of death for you. av-j pn31 vbds j n1, d vvn po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvd pp-f n1 p-acp pn22. (7) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 115
827 The Scriptures record it, as the character of the transcendency of the Martyrs love to Christ, that they loved not their lives unto the death for his sake: The Scriptures record it, as the character of the transcendency of the Martyrs love to christ, that they loved not their lives unto the death for his sake: dt n2 vvb pn31, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1, cst pns32 vvd xx po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 115
828 But alas, their death for Christ was but their duty (they were bound to it, But alas, their death for christ was but their duty (they were bound to it, cc-acp uh, po32 n1 p-acp np1 vbds p-acp po32 n1 (pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp pn31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 115
829 because Christ loved them;) Whereas Christs love to us is grace, for hee loved us first. Ask a condemned Malefactour, what if the Prince's Son should go to his father and say, Father, I confesse the wretch is deservedly to dye, Because christ loved them;) Whereas Christ love to us is grace, for he loved us First. Ask a condemned Malefactor, what if the Prince's Son should go to his father and say, Father, I confess the wretch is deservedly to die, c-acp np1 vvd pno32;) cs npg1 n1 p-acp pno12 vbz n1, p-acp pns31 vvd pno12 ord. vvb dt j-vvn n1, r-crq cs dt ng1 n1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc vvi, n1, pns11 vvb dt n1 vbz av-vvn pc-acp vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 115
830 but I see a willingnesse in thee, that hee should live; only I perceive it sticks with thy Justice: but I see a willingness in thee, that he should live; only I perceive it sticks with thy justice: cc-acp pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp pno21, cst pns31 vmd vvi; av-j pns11 vvb pn31 vvz p-acp po21 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 116
831 Thou wouldest magnifie thy mercy in his pardon, couldest thou also satisfie thy justice: Thou Wouldst magnify thy mercy in his pardon, Couldst thou also satisfy thy Justice: pns21 vmd2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vmd2 pns21 av vvi po21 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 116
832 why? for that Father here I am, and I will dye my self to satisfie thy justice, onely let the poor wretch live, to the glory of thine, and my free grace; why? for that Father Here I am, and I will die my self to satisfy thy Justice, only let the poor wretch live, to the glory of thine, and my free grace; q-crq? p-acp d n1 av pns11 vbm, cc pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, av-j vvb dt j n1 vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f png21, cc po11 j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 116
833 and having thus said, should goe to the place of execution, and dye indeed: Ask (I say) the Malefactor, what kind of love hee counts, and having thus said, should go to the place of execution, and die indeed: Ask (I say) the Malefactor, what kind of love he counts, cc vhg av vvn, vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb av: vvb (pns11 vvb) dt n1, r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vvz, (7) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 116
834 and calls this? Beleevers, ask your own hearts (for you were the Malefactors) and tell mee, what word is great enough to expresse the great love of Jesus Christ, which hee lively expressed to you, in his death for you? Surely you will say, the thought of the love is too big for your mouth, you cannot through your narrow expressions, let out your large conceptions, of Christs love in his death. and calls this? Believers, ask your own hearts (for you were the Malefactors) and tell me, what word is great enough to express the great love of jesus christ, which he lively expressed to you, in his death for you? Surely you will say, the Thought of the love is too big for your Mouth, you cannot through your narrow expressions, let out your large conceptions, of Christ love in his death. cc vvz d? n2, vvb po22 d n2 (c-acp pn22 vbdr dt n2) cc vvb pno11, q-crq n1 vbz j av-d pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1, r-crq pns31 av-j vvn p-acp pn22, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pn22? np1 pn22 vmb vvi, dt vvd pp-f dt n1 vbz av j p-acp po22 n1, pn22 vmbx p-acp po22 j n2, vvb av po22 j n2, pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 116
835 I must professe, if you can, I cannot: I must profess, if you can, I cannot: pns11 vmb vvi, cs pn22 vmb, pns11 vmbx: (7) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 116
836 This head of demonstration, is fitter for meditation, than expression. And yet when wee have meditated the most of it, wee shall never bee able to reach the height of it. This head of demonstration, is fitter for meditation, than expression. And yet when we have meditated the most of it, we shall never be able to reach the height of it. d n1 pp-f n1, vbz jc p-acp n1, cs n1. cc av c-crq pns12 vhb vvn dt ds pp-f pn31, pns12 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 117
837 The thoughts of Christs life are swallowed up by the thoughts of his death; His death doth set out his love most to the life. I will wind up this head with this conclusion; The thoughts of Christ life Are swallowed up by the thoughts of his death; His death does Set out his love most to the life. I will wind up this head with this conclusion; dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; po31 n1 vdz vvi av po31 n1 av-ds p-acp dt n1. pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d n1 p-acp d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 117
838 You are no Scholars in Christs School, if you cannot read a large and long lecture of love upon Christs Crosse. Let it passe as an aphorism, The love of Christ, expressed in his death, transcends so high above our thoughts, that wee shall never bee able to come to the height thereof, all our life. You Are no Scholars in Christ School, if you cannot read a large and long lecture of love upon Christ Cross. Let it pass as an aphorism, The love of christ, expressed in his death, transcends so high above our thoughts, that we shall never be able to come to the height thereof, all our life. pn22 vbr dx n2 p-acp npg1 n1, cs pn22 vmbx vvi dt j cc av-j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 vvi. vvb pn31 vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvz av j p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 av, d po12 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 117
839 His love transcends our expressions, confounds our conceptions: yet it must be believed and applyed. His love transcends our expressions, confounds our conceptions: yet it must be believed and applied. po31 n1 vvz po12 n2, vvz po12 n2: av pn31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvd. (7) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 117
840 At present, I shall offer but three words, to help you in the application of the transcendency of Christs love to beleevers. At present, I shall offer but three words, to help you in the application of the transcendency of Christ love to believers. p-acp j, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 117
841 First, stand and wonder (O beleeving soules) at this love; Indeed it's fitter for wonder than words: Think upon this that I have said, First, stand and wonder (Oh believing Souls) At this love; Indeed it's fitter for wonder than words: Think upon this that I have said, ord, vvb cc vvi (uh j-vvg n2) p-acp d n1; av pn31|vbz jc p-acp vvb cs n2: vvb p-acp d cst pns11 vhb vvn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 117
842 and let your thoughts dwell upon the meditations hereof; and let your thoughts dwell upon the meditations hereof; cc vvb po22 n2 vvi p-acp dt n2 av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 118
843 and when in the working of your thoughts, you haveascended to some height, then, in the wonderment of your soules, cry out, O the depth of the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge! Wonder and say, Lord Jesus, what is man (by sin the worst of creatures) and what am I (by unbelief the worst of men) that thou shouldest thus minde me, and when in the working of your thoughts, you haveascended to Some height, then, in the wonderment of your Souls, cry out, Oh the depth of the love of christ, which passes knowledge! Wonder and say, Lord jesus, what is man (by since the worst of creatures) and what am I (by unbelief the worst of men) that thou Shouldst thus mind me, cc c-crq p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po22 n2, pn22 vvd p-acp d n1, av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, vvb av, uh dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz n1! vvb cc vvi, n1 np1, r-crq vbz n1 (p-acp n1 dt js pp-f n2) cc q-crq vbm pns11 (p-acp n1 dt js pp-f n2) cst pns21 vmd2 av vvi pno11, (7) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 118
844 as to bee born for me, to live, yea to [ dye ] to declare love to me! as to be born for me, to live, yea to [ die ] to declare love to me! c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno11, pc-acp vvi, uh p-acp [ vvi ] pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno11! (7) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 118
845 O that you would live, and lose your selves in the thoughts of your Saviours love! Oh that you would live, and loose your selves in the thoughts of your Saviors love! uh cst pn22 vmd vvi, cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 ng1 n1! (7) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 118
846 And when you have lost your selves (which you may interpret found your soules) in the bottomlesse gulf of your Lords love; And when you have lost your selves (which you may interpret found your Souls) in the bottomless gulf of your lords love; cc c-crq pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2 (r-crq pn22 vmb vvi vvn po22 n2) p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 n2 vvb; (7) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 118
847 then recover your spirits again, and cry out, Oh the dazling heights! Oh the confounding (yet comfortable) depths! Oh the divine (yet immensurable) dimensions of the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge! then recover your spirits again, and cry out, O the dazzling heights! O the confounding (yet comfortable) depths! O the divine (yet immensurable) dimensions of the love of christ, which passes knowledge! av vvb po22 n2 av, cc vvb av, uh dt vvg n2! uh dt j-vvg (av j) n2! uh dt j-jn (av j) n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz n1! (7) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 118
848 2 Lament! O lament (beleevers) when you consider, that notwithstanding Christ doth thus love you, 2 Lament! O lament (believers) when you Consider, that notwithstanding christ does thus love you, crd vvb! sy vvb (n2) c-crq pn22 vvb, cst p-acp np1 vdz av vvi pn22, (7) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 119
849 yet you are too too apt to neglect the consideration thereof, and too too poor in it's requitall. yet you Are too too apt to neglect the consideration thereof, and too too poor in it's requital. av pn22 vbr av av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, cc av av j p-acp pn31|vbz n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 119
850 That holy man (Mr. Welch ) wept, because he saw his heart so dull, that hee could not consider the love of Christ as he should, and would. That holy man (Mr. Welch) wept, Because he saw his heart so dull, that he could not Consider the love of christ as he should, and would. cst j n1 (n1 jp) vvd, c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1 av j, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp pns31 vmd, cc vmd. (7) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 119
851 And truly, who can with a dry eye consider, the neglect of the thought of the transcendent love of Christ? what O soul, doth Christ love thee much, And truly, who can with a dry eye Consider, the neglect of the Thought of the transcendent love of christ? what Oh soul, does christ love thee much, cc av-j, r-crq vmb p-acp dt j n1 vvi, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1? q-crq uh n1, vdz np1 vvi pno21 d, (7) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 119
852 and dost thou think on it but little? Canst thou spend daies and weeks in reading the fond fancies of feigned loves? And hast not thou an houre to meditate on the real royall love of the Lord Jesus? And as thou mindest it but seldome, so thou requitest it but sorrily. What small returns of love, hath Christ had from thee, and dost thou think on it but little? Canst thou spend days and weeks in reading the found fancies of feigned loves? And hast not thou an hour to meditate on the real royal love of the Lord jesus? And as thou mindest it but seldom, so thou requitest it but sorrily. What small returns of love, hath christ had from thee, cc vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp j? vm2 pns21 vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp vvg dt j n2 pp-f j-vvn n2? cc vvb xx pns21 dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1? cc c-acp pns21 vv2 pn31 p-acp av, av pns21 vv2 pn31 p-acp av-j. q-crq j n2 pp-f n1, vhz np1 vhd p-acp pno21, (7) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 119
853 for this vast expence of love upon thee? He loves us richly; but, alas, we love him poorly. His love passeth knowledge, none can understand it; for this vast expense of love upon thee? He loves us richly; but, alas, we love him poorly. His love passes knowledge, none can understand it; c-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21? pns31 vvz pno12 av-j; p-acp, uh, pns12 vvb pno31 av-j. po31 n1 vvz n1, pix vmb vvi pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 119
854 and our love in a sad sense, passeth knowledge too, for none can perceive it. and our love in a sad sense, passes knowledge too, for none can perceive it. cc po12 n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvz n1 av, c-acp pix vmb vvi pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 119
855 How little, alas, do wee, will wee forsake for Christ? (And yet hee forsook much for us.) How little, alas, do we, will we forsake for christ? (And yet he forsook much for us.) q-crq j, uh, vdb pns12, vmb pns12 vvi p-acp np1? (cc av pns31 vvd av-d p-acp pno12.) (7) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 120
856 Hee forsook Heaven, and came into the world for us; He forsook Heaven, and Come into the world for us; pns31 vvd n1, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12; (7) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 120
857 and wee will not forsake earth (although it be to goe to Heaven ) for him; and we will not forsake earth (although it be to go to Heaven) for him; cc pns12 vmb xx vvi n1 (cs pn31 vbb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1) p-acp pno31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 120
858 hee did much for us (and counted it but little) hee liv'd from first to last for us; he did much for us (and counted it but little) he lived from First to last for us; pns31 vdd d p-acp pno12 (cc vvn pn31 p-acp j) pns31 vvd p-acp ord pc-acp ord p-acp pno12; (7) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 120
859 but wee doe but little for him, and yet wee count it much, grudging to give him the last and least, but we do but little for him, and yet we count it much, grudging to give him the last and least, cc-acp pns12 vdb p-acp j p-acp pno31, cc av pns12 vvb pn31 av-d, vvg pc-acp vvi pno31 dt ord cc ds, (7) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 120
860 though Satan hath had the first, and most part of our life. Hee, as you have heard, suffered for us even death it self; though Satan hath had the First, and most part of our life. He, as you have herd, suffered for us even death it self; cs np1 vhz vhn dt ord, cc ds n1 pp-f po12 n1. pns31, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, vvn p-acp pno12 av n1 pn31 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 120
861 but which of us is willing to taste of suffering for him? True, some have said, If they had a thousand heads, they would lose them all for Christ; but which of us is willing to taste of suffering for him? True, Some have said, If they had a thousand Heads, they would loose them all for christ; cc-acp r-crq pp-f pno12 vbz j p-acp vvb pp-f j-vvg p-acp pno31? j, d vhb vvn, cs pns32 vhd dt crd n2, pns32 vmd vvi pno32 d p-acp np1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 120
862 yet these some are but few: For who of us would lose one head for him? Ignatius (in former times) said, hee was willing to endure fire, crosse, butcheries, and all for Christ; yet these Some Are but few: For who of us would loose one head for him? Ignatius (in former times) said, he was willing to endure fire, cross, Butcheries, and all for christ; av d d vbr p-acp d: p-acp r-crq pp-f pno12 vmd vvi crd n1 p-acp pno31? np1 (p-acp j n2) vvd, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi n1, j, n2, cc d p-acp np1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 120
863 but these are the latter dayes, and though his love was hot, ours is grown cold; wee can scarce endure a word, a jeer, a scoff for Christ. but these Are the latter days, and though his love was hight, ours is grown cold; we can scarce endure a word, a jeer, a scoff for christ. cc-acp d vbr dt d n2, cc cs po31 n1 vbds j, png12 vbz vvn j-jn; pns12 vmb av-j vvi dt n1, dt vvi, dt vvb p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 121
864 Well, I beseech you sit, and sigh, and say, Oh! how meanly do we requite the love of Christ! Well, I beseech you fit, and sighs, and say, Oh! how meanly do we requite the love of christ! uh-av, pns11 vvb pn22 vvi, cc vvb, cc vvz, uh c-crq av-j vdb pns12 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1! (7) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 121
865 He was born, lived, died out of love to us: He was born, lived, died out of love to us: pns31 vbds vvn, vvn, vvd av pp-f n1 p-acp pno12: (7) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 121
866 But we are so far from dying for Christ, that we scarce are willing to live to Jesus Christ But we Are so Far from dying for christ, that we scarce Are willing to live to jesus christ cc-acp pns12 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg p-acp np1, cst pns12 av-j vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1 (7) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 121
867 Thirdly, in as much as Christ thus loves you (O beleevers) with a transcendent love, Be you satisfied herewith, and be content (if it must be so) to want the love of men. Thirdly, in as much as christ thus loves you (Oh believers) with a transcendent love, Be you satisfied herewith, and be content (if it must be so) to want the love of men. ord, p-acp c-acp d c-acp np1 av vvz pn22 (uh n2) p-acp dt j n1, vbb pn22 vvn av, cc vbb j (cs pn31 vmb vbi av) pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 121
868 Its a shame that any who are the beloved of Christ, should mourn for not being loved of the creature. Its a shame that any who Are the Beloved of christ, should mourn for not being loved of the creature. pn31|vbz dt n1 cst d r-crq vbr dt j-vvn pp-f np1, vmd vvi c-acp xx vbg vvn pp-f dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 121
869 Why should the Kings daughter, who hath (or at least should) forget her kindred, and her fathers house, Why (I say) should she ( i.e. the beleeving soul ) weep, Why should the Kings daughter, who hath (or At least should) forget her kindred, and her Father's house, Why (I say) should she (i.e. the believing soul) weep, q-crq vmd dt n2 n1, r-crq vhz (cc p-acp ds vmd) vvb po31 n1, cc po31 ng1 n1, uh-crq (pns11 vvb) vmd pns31 (n1 dt vvg n1) vvb, (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 121
870 because the scullion scorns her, when the King himself embraceth her? Its but meet that you should rest satisfied in the love of Christ, sith its so transcendent. Because the scullion scorns her, when the King himself Embraceth her? Its but meet that you should rest satisfied in the love of christ, sith its so transcendent. c-acp dt n1 vvz pno31, c-crq dt n1 px31 vvz pno31? pn31|vbz p-acp vvi cst pn22 vmd vvi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31|vbz av j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 121
871 Wherefore, drink waters out of thine own cistern! Wherefore, drink waters out of thine own cistern! q-crq, vvb n2 av pp-f po21 d n1! (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 121
872 (O Christian) and (as Solomon saith) rejoyce with the wife (or rather with Christ the husband ) of thy youth: let him be as the loving Hinde and pleasant Roe; (Oh Christian) and (as Solomon Says) rejoice with the wife (or rather with christ the husband) of thy youth: let him be as the loving Hind and pleasant Roe; (uh np1) cc (c-acp np1 vvz) vvb p-acp dt n1 (cc av-c p-acp np1 dt n1) pp-f po21 n1: vvb pno31 vbi p-acp dt j-vvg n1 cc j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 122
873 let his breasts satisfy thee at all times. Do not erre, in mourning for the want, or hunting after the enjoyment of creature-love; let his breasts satisfy thee At all times. Do not err, in mourning for the want, or hunting After the enjoyment of creature-love; vvb po31 n2 vvi pno21 p-acp d n2. vdb xx vvi, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 122
874 but erre alwaies, or (as wee render it) be ravished alwaies with his love. but err always, or (as we render it) be ravished always with his love. cc-acp vvb av, cc (c-acp pns12 vvb pn31) vbb vvn av p-acp po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 122
875 Bathe thy self (Oh beleever) alwaies in Christs bosome; live upon, and be contented with his love: bath thy self (O believer) always in Christ bosom; live upon, and be contented with his love: n1 po21 n1 (uh n1) av p-acp npg1 n1; vvb p-acp, cc vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 122
876 Let others sip, and drink (if they'l be so weak) of the puddle waters of the creatures love; while thou, Let Others sip, and drink (if They'll be so weak) of the puddle waters of the creatures love; while thou, vvb n2-jn vvi, cc vvb (cs pns32|vmb vbi av j) pp-f dt n1 n2 pp-f dt n2 vvb; cs pns21, (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 122
877 as wise, neither enviest, nor desirest to partake with them. as wise, neither Enviest, nor Desirest to partake with them. c-acp j, dx vv2, ccx vv2 p-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 122
878 Surely did you but remember this, that the love of Christ (towards you) passeth knowledge, you would not be discontented at the want of the love of any, or all the creatures; Surely did you but Remember this, that the love of christ (towards you) passes knowledge, you would not be discontented At the want of the love of any, or all the creatures; av-j vdd pn22 cc-acp vvb d, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 (p-acp pn22) vvz n1, pn22 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d, cc d dt n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 122
879 considering therefore that it is such, be you contented with it. considering Therefore that it is such, be you contented with it. vvg av cst pn31 vbz d, vbb pn22 vvn p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 122
880 Its a sign that the love of Christ passeth thy knowledg, in the transcendent worth thereof, Its a Signen that the love of christ passes thy knowledge, in the transcendent worth thereof, pn31|vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz po21 n1, p-acp dt j n1 av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 122
881 If in the midst of the absence of all other loves, thou canst be content and satisfied with this. If in the midst of the absence of all other loves, thou Canst be content and satisfied with this. cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2, pns21 vm2 vbi j cc vvn p-acp d. (7) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 122
882 SERMON IV. EPHES. 3. ver. 19. And to know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge. SERMON IV. EPHESIANS. 3. ver. 19. And to know the love of christ which passes knowledge. n1 np1 np1. crd fw-la. crd cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 123
883 WEE are yet upon the consideration of the transcendency of Christs love to Beleevers (And oh how sweet is it to lose our selves in this consideration!) How loath am I to leave a point of such infinite necessity and sweetnesse? How gladly could I, not only live, but die in the declaration of the love of Christ to beleevers? I doubt not but the very mention of the point, That the love of Christ to beleevers is a transcendent love, maketh the hearts of you to leap for joy. we Are yet upon the consideration of the transcendency of Christ love to Believers (And o how sweet is it to loose our selves in this consideration!) How loath am I to leave a point of such infinite necessity and sweetness? How gladly could I, not only live, but die in the declaration of the love of christ to believers? I doubt not but the very mention of the point, That the love of christ to believers is a transcendent love, makes the hearts of you to leap for joy. pns12 vbr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2 (cc uh q-crq j vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1!) q-crq j vbm pns11 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n1 cc n1? c-crq av-j vmd pns11, xx av-j vvi, p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2? pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 vbz dt j n1, vvz dt n2 pp-f pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 124
884 Tell me (O beleever) couldest thou not wish to have thine cares ever followed with this sound? That Christ loveth thee with a love passing knowledge. Tell me (Oh believer) Couldst thou not wish to have thine Cares ever followed with this found? That christ loves thee with a love passing knowledge. vvb pno11 (uh n1) vmd2 pns21 xx vvi pc-acp vhi po21 n2 av vvn p-acp d n1? cst np1 vvz pno21 p-acp dt n1 vvg n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 124
885 Something we have already hinted, and something more wee shall adde at this time; Something we have already hinted, and something more we shall add At this time; np1 pns12 vhb av vvn, cc pi av-dc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 124
886 yet because when I have said all that I can about the transcendency of Christs love to beleevers, I shall come many thousand steps short of its height, I am resolved to say all that I intend to this point, at this time. yet Because when I have said all that I can about the transcendency of Christ love to believers, I shall come many thousand steps short of its height, I am resolved to say all that I intend to this point, At this time. av c-acp c-crq pns11 vhb vvn d cst pns11 vmb p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2, pns11 vmb vvi d crd n2 j pp-f po31 n1, pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vvi d cst pns11 vvb p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 124
887 Therefore a little more to demonstrate this, That the love of Christ passeth knowledge, I shall intreat you to view First, His command over them. Secondly, His care for them. Thirdly, His endeavour, not only to declare to, Therefore a little more to demonstrate this, That the love of christ passes knowledge, I shall entreat you to view First, His command over them. Secondly, His care for them. Thirdly, His endeavour, not only to declare to, av dt j av-dc pc-acp vvi d, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi ord, po31 n1 p-acp pno32. ord, po31 n1 p-acp pno32. ord, po31 n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 124
888 but to perswade beleevers of this love. but to persuade believers of this love. cc-acp pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 124
889 First, If we do consider the command which Christ exerciseth over beleevers, we shall see the transcendency of his affection even in that. First, If we do Consider the command which christ Exerciseth over believers, we shall see the transcendency of his affection even in that. ord, cs pns12 vdb vvi dt vvb r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n2, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av p-acp d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 125
890 It is Christs glory, that he is the King of the Saints (in a peculiar manner) and it is his grace, that he exerciseth that Kingly power in a sweet way. It is Christ glory, that he is the King of the Saints (in a peculiar manner) and it is his grace, that he Exerciseth that Kingly power in a sweet Way. pn31 vbz npg1 n1, cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 (p-acp dt j n1) cc pn31 vbz po31 vvi, cst pns31 vvz d j n1 p-acp dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 125
891 How ever he ruleth the Nation with a rod of iron, yet he ruleth the Saints with a golden Scepter. Hence it is, that although in wrath, his iron rod break the Nations in peeces, yet his golden Scepter is still stretched out in love, to entertain the Saints. How ever he Ruleth the nation with a rod of iron, yet he Ruleth the Saints with a golden Sceptre. Hence it is, that although in wrath, his iron rod break the nations in Pieces, yet his golden Sceptre is still stretched out in love, to entertain the Saints. uh-crq av pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av pns31 vvz dt n2 p-acp dt j n1. av pn31 vbz, cst cs p-acp n1, po31 n1 n1 vvb dt n2 p-acp n2, av po31 j n1 vbz av vvn av p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 125
892 You read in Cant. 3. that Solomon made a Chariot of the wood of Lebanon, he made the pillars thereof of silver, the bottome of gold, the covering of it of purple, the middest being [ PAVED WITH LOVE ] Cant. 3. v. 10. That Chariot which Solomon made for himself, You read in Cant 3. that Solomon made a Chariot of the wood of Lebanon, he made the pillars thereof of silver, the bottom of gold, the covering of it of purple, the midst being [ PAVED WITH LOVE ] Cant 3. v. 10. That Chariot which Solomon made for himself, pn22 vvb p-acp np1 crd cst np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd dt n2 av pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 pp-f j-jn, dt n1 vbg [ j-vvn p-acp n1 ] np1 crd n1 crd cst n1 r-crq np1 vvn p-acp px31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 125
893 and in which hee rode, might well set out the Chariot in which Christ rideth up and down the world of beleevers, whom he governs. and in which he road, might well Set out the Chariot in which christ rides up and down the world of believers, whom he governs. cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd, vmd av vvi av dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz a-acp cc a-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq pns31 vvz. (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 125
894 Indeed it is very glorious, and it glitters with beams of light, but withall it is very gracious, Indeed it is very glorious, and it glitters with beams of Light, but withal it is very gracious, np1 pn31 vbz av j, cc pn31 vvz p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp av pn31 vbz av j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 125
895 as being paved with stones of love; as being paved with stones of love; c-acp vbg vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 126
896 Love is the throne in which he sits, love is the Scepter with which hee ruleth, Love is the throne in which he sits, love is the Sceptre with which he Ruleth, vvb vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 126
897 and all his government is managed in such a way, as that beleevers may say, that he is the Lord of love even in his ruling of them. and all his government is managed in such a Way, as that believers may say, that he is the Lord of love even in his ruling of them. cc d po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp d dt n1, c-acp d n2 vmb vvi, cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp po31 n-vvg pp-f pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 126
898 Absolom did but flatter, when hee stood by the way of the gate, and kissed all that passed by (and by it insinuated how sweetly hee would govern, Absalom did but flatter, when he stood by the Way of the gate, and kissed all that passed by (and by it insinuated how sweetly he would govern, np1 vdd p-acp vvi, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd d cst vvd p-acp (cc p-acp pn31 vvd c-crq av-j pns31 vmd vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 126
899 if he came to the Kingdome) but that which was flattery in Absolom, is reality in Christ, if he Come to the Kingdom) but that which was flattery in Absalom, is reality in christ, cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1) cc-acp cst r-crq vbds n1 p-acp np1, vbz n1 p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 126
900 When any of the spirituall pilgrims come (as beleevers do) to do him obeysance (as they ought to doe, being under his commands) hee putteth forth his hands, When any of the spiritual pilgrim's come (as believers do) to do him obeisance (as they ought to do, being under his commands) he putteth forth his hands, c-crq d pp-f dt j n2 vvi (c-acp n2 vdb) pc-acp vdi pno31 n1 (c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi, vbg p-acp po31 n2) pns31 vvz av po31 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 126
901 and taketh them, and kisseth them, and doth not only promise, but perform transcendent love in all his commands over them. and Takes them, and Kisses them, and does not only promise, but perform transcendent love in all his commands over them. cc vvz pno32, cc vvz pno32, cc vdz xx av-j vvi, cc-acp vvb j n1 p-acp d po31 n2 p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 126
902 But to read this more particularly, you will see the transcendency of Christs love discovered in his command over beleevers, if you consider three things. But to read this more particularly, you will see the transcendency of Christ love discovered in his command over believers, if you Consider three things. p-acp pc-acp vvi d av-dc av-j, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2, cs pn22 vvb crd n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 126
903 First, Christ layeth no commands upon beleevers, but such as are full of love & sweetnesse. First, christ Layeth no commands upon believers, but such as Are full of love & sweetness. ord, np1 vvz dx n2 p-acp n2, cc-acp d c-acp vbr j pp-f n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 127
904 He reduceth all the Decalogue to these two heads, Thu shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart; He reduceth all the Decalogue to these two Heads, Thus shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart; pns31 vvz d dt n1 p-acp d crd n2, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1 p-acp d po21 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 127
905 and with all thy soul, and with al thy mind: and thou shalt love thy neighbour as thy self, Mat. 22.37.39. and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind: and thou shalt love thy neighbour as thy self, Mathew 22.37.39. cc p-acp d po21 n1, cc p-acp d po21 n1: cc pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 127
906 Well might John say, That his Commandements are not grievous, 1 Joh. 5.3. (the word is burthensome) and indeed what burthen is there in the commands of Christ, unlesse love be a burden? Indeed he might have commanded (which is his peculiar Prerogative) what he pleased, but he commanded nothing but what is pleasant in it self, Well might John say, That his commandments Are not grievous, 1 John 5.3. (the word is burdensome) and indeed what burden is there in the commands of christ, unless love be a burden? Indeed he might have commanded (which is his peculiar Prerogative) what he pleased, but he commanded nothing but what is pleasant in it self, uh-av n1 np1 vvb, cst po31 n2 vbr xx j, vvn np1 crd. (dt n1 vbz j) cc av q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cs n1 vbb dt n1? av pns31 vmd vhi vvn (r-crq vbz po31 j n1) r-crq pns31 vvn, p-acp pns31 vvd pix cc-acp r-crq vbz j p-acp pn31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 127
907 and will be so to a sanctified soul (which is the transcendency of his love) A new Commandement (saith he) do I give unto you, that ye love one another, and will be so to a sanctified soul (which is the transcendency of his love) A new Commandment (Says he) do I give unto you, that you love one Another, cc vmb vbi av p-acp dt j-vvn n1 (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1) dt j n1 (vvz pns31) vdb pns11 vvi p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vvb pi j-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 127
908 as I have loved you, that ye also love one another, Joh. 13. v. 34. Well may the Commandement be called New, it being such as was never given by any King besides himself: as I have loved you, that you also love one Another, John 13. v. 34. Well may the Commandment be called New, it being such as was never given by any King beside himself: c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22, cst pn22 av vvi pi j-jn, np1 crd n1 crd n1 vmb dt n1 vbb vvn j, pn31 vbg d c-acp vbds av-x vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp px31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 127
909 And surely there was great love in his bosome to beleevers, when hee only laid a burthen, And surely there was great love in his bosom to believers, when he only laid a burden, cc av-j a-acp vbds j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2, c-crq pns31 av-j vvd dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 128
910 or a command of Love upon their shoulders. All her ways are ways of pleasantness, Prov. 3.17. or a command of Love upon their shoulders. All her ways Are ways of pleasantness, Curae 3.17. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2. av-d po31 n2 vbr n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 128
911 The waies of Christ (which are his Commands) are waies of pleasantnesse (for I take it, that Solomon there by wisdome understandeth Christ.) Beleevers, The ways of christ (which Are his Commands) Are ways of pleasantness (for I take it, that Solomon there by Wisdom understands christ.) Believers, dt n2 pp-f np1 (r-crq vbr po31 vvz) vbr n2 pp-f n1 (c-acp pns11 vvb pn31, d np1 a-acp p-acp n1 vvz np1.) n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 128
912 if you could but live in love, you would fulfill the Law of your Lord; if you could but live in love, you would fulfil the Law of your Lord; cs pn22 vmd p-acp vvb p-acp n1, pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 128
913 for hee being a Lord of love to you, Love is the fulfilling of the Law he layeth upon you. for he being a Lord of love to you, Love is the fulfilling of the Law he Layeth upon you. c-acp pns31 vbg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22, vvb vbz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pn22. (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 128
914 Yea such is the transcendency of his love to beleevers, that hee layeth no Commandement upon them, to do any thing, which hee did not himself. Yea such is the transcendency of his love to believers, that he Layeth no Commandment upon them, to do any thing, which he did not himself. uh d vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n2, cst pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vdi d n1, r-crq pns31 vdd xx px31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 128
915 Flesh and Blood may think it a hard, and a harsh Command, to wash the feet of a poor beleever, a fellow servant: Flesh and Blood may think it a hard, and a harsh Command, to wash the feet of a poor believer, a fellow servant: n1 cc n1 vmb vvi pn31 dt j, cc dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 128
916 But grace will see the Command to be sweet, and lovely? (and Jesus Christ to be loving in laying this Command) because it is no other than what himself hath done before: But grace will see the Command to be sweet, and lovely? (and jesus christ to be loving in laying this Command) Because it is no other than what himself hath done before: cc-acp n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, cc j? (cc np1 np1 pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp vvg d n1) c-acp pn31 vbz dx j-jn av r-crq px31 vhz vdn a-acp: (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 128
917 Ask the servant whether his Lord be loving, who layeth no Commandement upon him, but that which is sweet in its self, Ask the servant whither his Lord be loving, who Layeth no Commandment upon him, but that which is sweet in its self, vvb dt n1 cs po31 n1 vbb vvg, r-crq vvz dx n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz j p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 129
918 and sweet in its fruit, and no worse than his Lord himself will undertake. and sweet in its fruit, and no Worse than his Lord himself will undertake. cc j p-acp po31 n1, cc dx jc cs po31 n1 px31 vmb vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 129
919 Beleevers, it is your case, all the Commands of your Lord Christ are sweet in themselves, and sweet in their fruit; Believers, it is your case, all the Commands of your Lord christ Are sweet in themselves, and sweet in their fruit; n2, pn31 vbz po22 n1, d dt vvz pp-f po22 n1 np1 vbr j p-acp px32, cc j p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 129
920 and they are such as he himself (while hee lived) stooped unto. Doth not this declare transcendent love? and they Are such as he himself (while he lived) stooped unto. Does not this declare transcendent love? cc pns32 vbr d c-acp pns31 px31 (cs pns31 vvd) vvd p-acp. vdz xx d vvi j n1? (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 129
921 Secondly, Christ layeth all his commands in a way of love; Secondly, christ Layeth all his commands in a Way of love; ord, np1 vvz d po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 129
922 that which he biddeth beleevers do (who are under his command) it is in a loving way: that which he bids believers do (who Are under his command) it is in a loving Way: cst r-crq pns31 vvz n2 vdb (r-crq vbr p-acp po31 n1) pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-vvg n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 129
923 As the command is, so is the manner of its imposing, i. e. sweet and loving. As the command is, so is the manner of its imposing, i. e. sweet and loving. c-acp dt n1 vbz, av vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg, sy. sy. j cc j-vvg. (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 129
924 It is possible, that a sweet thing may be injoyned in a harsh way: An easie commandement in it self may be burthensome in the way of its imposall. It is possible, that a sweet thing may be enjoined in a harsh Way: an easy Commandment in it self may be burdensome in the Way of its imposall. pn31 vbz j, cst dt j n1 vmb vbi vvd p-acp dt j n1: dt j n1 p-acp pn31 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 129
925 To command with a bended fist, and a frowning forehead, is not to command in a loving way: To command with a bent fist, and a frowning forehead, is not to command in a loving Way: p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc dt vvg n1, vbz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-vvg n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 129
926 but now Jesus Christ, when ever he commandeth, hee commandeth sweetly, and smilingly: but now jesus christ, when ever he commands, he commands sweetly, and smilingly: cc-acp av uh-np np1, c-crq av pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz av-j, cc av-vvg: (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 130
927 he doth not lift up his voyce, and cry (as some understand that place) Esa. 42. v. 2. Hee doth not speak in an austere, rough, rugged manner: he does not lift up his voice, and cry (as Some understand that place) Isaiah 42. v. 2. He does not speak in an austere, rough, rugged manner: pns31 vdz xx vvi a-acp po31 n1, cc vvi (c-acp d vvb cst n1) np1 crd n1 crd pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt j, j, j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 130
928 But as the Lord is, so is his language, loving. Observe with what love he layeth his commands on beleevers; But as the Lord is, so is his language, loving. Observe with what love he Layeth his commands on believers; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 vbz, av vbz po31 n1, vvg. vvb p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 130
929 You are my friends, if you do whatsoever I command you, Joh. 15 14. He doth not threaten, You Are my Friends, if you do whatsoever I command you, John 15 14. He does not threaten, pn22 vbr po11 n2, cs pn22 vdb r-crq pns11 vvb pn22, np1 crd crd pns31 vdz xx vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 130
930 and say, I will be your Foe, if you will not obey; and say, I will be your Foe, if you will not obey; cc vvi, pns11 vmb vbi po22 n1, cs pn22 vmb xx vvi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 130
931 but if you do, you shall bee my Friends. And so again, If you love me, keep my Commandements. but if you do, you shall be my Friends. And so again, If you love me, keep my commandments. cc-acp cs pn22 vdb, pn22 vmb vbi po11 n2. cc av av, cs pn22 vvb pno11, vvb po11 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 130
932 It is worth the noting, that grace may be said to come in this respect by Christ: It is worth the noting, that grace may be said to come in this respect by christ: pn31 vbz j dt vvg, cst vvb vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 130
933 He gave not his Law (as Moses did) with thundring and lightning, in a dreadfull manner; He gave not his Law (as Moses did) with thundering and lightning, in a dreadful manner; pns31 vvd xx po31 n1 (c-acp np1 vdd) p-acp vvg cc n1, p-acp dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 130
934 But he gave the Law to his Disciples himself, in a sweet and loving way. But he gave the Law to his Disciples himself, in a sweet and loving Way. cc-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 px31, p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 130
935 Hee beginneth his Sermons, with Blessed are ye: And all his commands drop from him like the drops of dew upon the tender grasse; He begins his Sermons, with Blessed Are you: And all his commands drop from him like the drops of due upon the tender grass; pns31 vvz po31 n2, p-acp vvn vbr pn22: cc d po31 n2 vvb p-acp pno31 av-j dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 130
936 He shall come down (saith the Psalmist, Psal. 72. v. 6.) like rain upon the mown grasse, He shall come down (Says the Psalmist, Psalm 72. v. 6.) like rain upon the mown grass, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp (vvz dt n1, np1 crd n1 crd) av-j n1 p-acp dt vvn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 131
937 as showers that water the earth, i. e. Hee shall come down, both softly and sweetly; as showers that water the earth, i. e. He shall come down, both softly and sweetly; c-acp n2 cst n1 dt n1, uh. sy. pns31 vmb vvi a-acp, av-d av-j cc av-j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 131
938 this is spoke of Christs comming as a King; this is spoke of Christ coming as a King; d vbz vvn pp-f npg1 vvg p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 131
939 so that you may see the transcendency of Christs love unto you, in the manner in which hee layeth his Commandements on you. so that you may see the transcendency of Christ love unto you, in the manner in which he Layeth his commandments on you. av cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pn22, p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp pn22. (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 131
940 Thirdly, Consider the end that Christ doth aim at in all his Commandements ▪ and that will also discover the transcendency of his love to beleevers. Thirdly, Consider the end that christ does aim At in all his commandments ▪ and that will also discover the transcendency of his love to believers. ord, vvb dt n1 cst np1 vdz vvi p-acp p-acp d po31 n2 ▪ cc cst vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 131
941 Hee seeks not himself, but them, in all his Commands. He seeks not himself, but them, in all his Commands. pns31 vvz xx px31, p-acp pno32, p-acp d po31 vvz. (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 131
942 Hee biddeth the beleever work, not that he may reap any thing himself, but that the beleever may get all; hee putteth them to labour in his Vineyard, that they may have all the harvest. As it is inconsistent with his Deity, to have any thing added to him, He bids the believer work, not that he may reap any thing himself, but that the believer may get all; he putteth them to labour in his Vineyard, that they may have all the harvest. As it is inconsistent with his Deity, to have any thing added to him, pns31 vvz dt n1 n1, xx cst pns31 vmb vvi d n1 px31, cc-acp cst dt n1 vmb vvi d; pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp vvb p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vmb vhi d dt n1. p-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vhi d n1 vvn p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 131
943 so also it is inconsistent with his love; Hee putteth his servants to reap, that they may have all the corn, and hee setteth them to work, rather that he may give them wages, than that himself shall get any thing by their workings. so also it is inconsistent with his love; He putteth his Servants to reap, that they may have all the corn, and he sets them to work, rather that he may give them wages, than that himself shall get any thing by their workings. av av pn31 vbz j p-acp po31 vvb; pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp vvb, cst pns32 vmb vhi d dt n1, cc pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1, av-c cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 n2, cs d n1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp po32 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 132
944 Take my yoke upon you (saith hee) and you shall finde rest unto your soules. Take my yoke upon you (Says he) and you shall find rest unto your Souls. vvb po11 n1 p-acp pn22 (vvz pns31) cc pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po22 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 132
945 Christ layeth a yoke upon their necks, not to burthen them, but to ease them; christ Layeth a yoke upon their necks, not to burden them, but to ease them; np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, xx p-acp n1 pno32, cc-acp p-acp vvb pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 132
946 not to break their backs, but to refresh their bosomes. Many Kings, and Rulers, aim at themselves in their commands, not to break their backs, but to refresh their bosoms. Many Kings, and Rulers, aim At themselves in their commands, xx p-acp vvb po32 n2, p-acp p-acp vvb po32 n2. d n2, cc n2, vvb p-acp px32 p-acp po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 132
947 and they seek too too often, rather their own greatnesse, than their Subjects good. But (beleeve it) Jesus Christ your King, is not such an one; and they seek too too often, rather their own greatness, than their Subject's good. But (believe it) jesus christ your King, is not such an one; cc pns32 vvb av av av, av po32 d n1, cs po32 n2-jn j. cc-acp (vvb pn31) np1 np1 po22 n1, vbz xx d dt pi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 132
948 All that he aims at in his government is your good: The end of his Commandements are your comfort; All that he aims At in his government is your good: The end of his commandments Are your Comfort; d cst pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp po31 n1 vbz po22 j: dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbr po22 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 132
949 As his government increaseth over you, so his peace increaseth in you: As his government increases over you, so his peace increases in you: c-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp pn22, av po31 n1 vvz p-acp pn22: (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 132
950 This is the effect, and fruit of all his Commandements, not so much that others may take notice of his glory in commanding, as that you may find his grace in obeying. Indeed, love is the work and wages of his Commandement; This is the Effect, and fruit of all his commandments, not so much that Others may take notice of his glory in commanding, as that you may find his grace in obeying. Indeed, love is the work and wages of his Commandment; d vbz dt n1, cc n1 pp-f d po31 n2, xx av av-d d n2-jn vmb vvi n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp cst pn22 vmb vvi po31 vvb p-acp vvg. av, n1 vbz dt n1 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 132
951 hee therefore bids you do so, that he may love you; he Therefore bids you do so, that he may love you; pns31 av vvz pn22 vdb av, cst pns31 vmb vvi pn22; (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 133
952 therefore it is, that though you are frail, and weak, and cannot obey, hee will be kind to love you, notwithstanding all. Therefore it is, that though you Are frail, and weak, and cannot obey, he will be kind to love you, notwithstanding all. av pn31 vbz, cst cs pn22 vbr j, cc j, cc vmbx vvi, pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn22, c-acp d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 133
953 So that now the Commands of Christ, being as it were love materially (in the substance ) and love formally (in their imposals ) and love finally (in their aim ) what can you conclude from all this, So that now the Commands of christ, being as it were love materially (in the substance) and love formally (in their imposals) and love finally (in their aim) what can you conclude from all this, av cst av dt vvz pp-f np1, vbg c-acp pn31 vbdr n1 av-jn (p-acp dt n1) cc vvb av-j (p-acp po32 n2) cc vvb av-j (p-acp po32 vvb) r-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp d d, (8) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 133
954 but that the love of Christ, even to beleevers, is declared to be transcendent in the exercise of his command over them? but that the love of christ, even to believers, is declared to be transcendent in the exercise of his command over them? cc-acp cst dt n1 pp-f np1, av p-acp n2, vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32? (8) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 133
955 Secondly, consider the care that Christ hath of them. Secondly, Consider the care that christ hath of them. ord, vvb dt n1 cst np1 vhz pp-f pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 133
956 O the transcendent love that Christ expresseth to beleevers, in the care that hee taketh of them for all necessities! Oh the transcendent love that christ Expresses to believers, in the care that he Takes of them for all necessities! uh dt j n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvz pp-f pno32 p-acp d n2! (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 133
957 He is not only a Lord to command, and to set them on work; but he is a Father to take care, and provide for his. He is not only a Lord to command, and to Set them on work; but he is a Father to take care, and provide for his. pns31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 p-acp vvb, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1; cc-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi p-acp png31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 133
958 And it is easie to observe transcendency of love, in the transcendent care that Christ hath to provide for his. And it is easy to observe transcendency of love, in the transcendent care that christ hath to provide for his. cc pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp vvi p-acp png31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 133
959 Food, and rayment, and lodging, are the least things that can be taken care for; Food, and raiment, and lodging, Are the lest things that can be taken care for; n1, cc n1, cc n1, vbr dt cs n2 cst vmb vbi vvn n1 p-acp; (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 134
960 and yet you shall see Christ doth not only take care for them, but he doth take care for other things also; and yet you shall see christ does not only take care for them, but he does take care for other things also; cc av pn22 vmb vvi np1 vdz xx av-j vvi n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns31 vdz vvi n1 p-acp j-jn n2 av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 134
961 yea, and as he doth take care that beleevers have food to eat, so it is of the finest ( the kidnys of the wheat, and the finest flower;) Rayment, yea, and as he does take care that believers have food to eat, so it is of the Finest (the kidnys of the wheat, and the Finest flower;) Raiment, uh, cc c-acp pns31 vdz vvi n1 cst n2 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, av pn31 vbz pp-f dt js (dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt js n1;) n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 134
962 and glorious rayment, a house, & a brave one too. First, Christ taketh care that beleevers may have food to eat. and glorious raiment, a house, & a brave one too. First, christ Takes care that believers may have food to eat. cc j n1, dt n1, cc dt j pi av. ord, np1 vvz n1 d n2 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 134
963 Hee knoweth they must have bread, and therefore hee hath provided bread of life; hee knoweth they must have drink, He Knoweth they must have bred, and Therefore he hath provided bred of life; he Knoweth they must have drink, pns31 vvz pns32 vmb vhi n1, cc av pns31 vhz vvn n1 pp-f n1; pns31 vvz pns32 vmb vhi n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 134
964 and therefore hee hath opened the sealed fountain of the water of life. and Therefore he hath opened the sealed fountain of the water of life. cc av pns31 vhz vvd dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 134
965 The care that God hath to feed his people in the Wildernesse, did demonstrate his love unto them, that he gave them quails and mannah, &c. Beleevers, The care that God hath to feed his people in the Wilderness, did demonstrate his love unto them, that he gave them quails and Manna, etc. Believers, dt n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vdd vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns31 vvd pno32 n2 cc n1, av n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 134
966 while you are in the wildernesse of this world, your Lord hath declared his love, in making rich provisions of spiritual food for you: while you Are in the Wilderness of this world, your Lord hath declared his love, in making rich provisions of spiritual food for you: cs pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, po22 n1 vhz vvn po31 n1, p-acp vvg j n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp pn22: (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 134
967 Hee hath prepared the hidden mannah which hee will give unto you; He hath prepared the hidden Manna which he will give unto you; pns31 vhz vvn dt vvn n1 r-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22; (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 134
968 A feast of fat things, full of marrow, of wine on the Lees, well refined, as it is Esay. 25.6. A feast of fat things, full of marrow, of wine on the Lees, well refined, as it is Isaiah. 25.6. dt n1 pp-f j n2, j pp-f n1, pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2, av vvn, c-acp pn31 vbz np1. crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 135
969 Nay, even in the middest of your enemies he hath prepared a table for you: Nay, even in the midst of your enemies he hath prepared a table for you: uh-x, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pn22: (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 135
970 And not only that you may be sure of food, but that the food might be surpassingly sweet, Hee hath made himself to be meat for you. And not only that you may be sure of food, but that the food might be surpassingly sweet, He hath made himself to be meat for you. cc xx j cst pn22 vmb vbi j pp-f n1, p-acp cst dt n1 vmd vbi av-vvg j, pns31 vhz vvn px31 pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp pn22. (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 135
971 If it be true, that the Pelican feedeth her young ones with her own blood; If it be true, that the Pelican feeds her young ones with her own blood; cs pn31 vbb j, cst dt n1 vvz po31 j pi2 p-acp po31 d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 135
972 then that Bird may be a type of your beloved: His flesh is meat indeed, and his blood is drink indeed; then that Bird may be a type of your Beloved: His Flesh is meat indeed, and his blood is drink indeed; av d n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po22 vvn: po31 n1 vbz n1 av, cc po31 n1 vbz n1 av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 135
973 and this doth hee give for the life of your souls (O beleevers.) Cleopatra, that shee might outvie Marke Antonies love, caused (as the History relateth) a pearl of great price to be dissolved, that he might drink thereof: and this does he give for the life of your Souls (Oh believers.) Cleopatra, that she might outvie Mark Antonies love, caused (as the History relateth) a pearl of great price to be dissolved, that he might drink thereof: cc d vdz pns31 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 (uh n2.) np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi vvi npg1 vvb, vvd (c-acp dt n1 vvz) dt n1 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pns31 vmd vvi av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 135
974 Christ, beleevers, hath done more for you, and hath outvied her love to him; Gold, and silver, & pearls, are but corruptible things, in comparison of this precious blood, christ, believers, hath done more for you, and hath outvied her love to him; Gold, and silver, & Pearls, Are but corruptible things, in comparison of this precious blood, np1, n2, vhz vdn av-dc p-acp pn22, cc vhz vvn po31 vvb p-acp pno31; n1, cc n1, cc n2, vbr p-acp j n2, p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 135
975 and yet that blood he hath prepared for beleevers to drink, that they might live for ever. and yet that blood he hath prepared for believers to drink, that they might live for ever. cc av d n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 135
976 Secondly, Christ hath provided not only food for the belly, but rayment for the back too. Secondly, christ hath provided not only food for the belly, but raiment for the back too. ord, np1 vhz vvn xx av-j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 136
977 And as the food, so also the rayment do transcend in love. A garment of needle-work, rich, and costly attire, Christ hath provided for beleevers: And as the food, so also the raiment do transcend in love. A garment of needlework, rich, and costly attire, christ hath provided for believers: cc p-acp dt n1, av av dt n1 vdb vvi p-acp n1. dt n1 pp-f n1, j, cc j n1, np1 vhz vvn p-acp n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 136
978 When thou wast naked, (beleever) and hadst no cloaths to cover thee, but the filthy rags of thine own works (which did defile thee) then, even then he cloathed thee in broidered work, and shod thee with badgers skins, When thou wast naked, (believer) and Hadst not clothes to cover thee, but the filthy rags of thine own works (which did defile thee) then, even then he clothed thee in broidered work, and shod thee with badgers skins, c-crq pns21 vbd2s j, (n1) cc vhd2 xx n2 pc-acp vvi pno21, cc-acp dt j n2 pp-f po21 d n2 (r-crq vdd vvi pno21) av, j cs pns31 vvd pno21 p-acp j-vvn n1, cc j pno21 p-acp n2 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 136
979 and covered thee with fine linnen, and decked thee with ornaments, and put bracelets on thine hands, and covered thee with fine linen, and decked thee with Ornament, and put bracelets on thine hands, cc vvd pno21 p-acp j n1, cc vvd pno21 p-acp n2, cc vvd n2 p-acp po21 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 136
980 and a chain on thy neck, & a jewel on thy sorehead, & ear-rings on thine ears, and a chain on thy neck, & a jewel on thy sorehead, & earrings on thine ears, cc dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc n2 p-acp po21 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 136
981 & a beautifull Crown upon thine head; & a beautiful Crown upon thine head; cc dt j n1 p-acp po21 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 136
982 &c. Thus did he adorn thee, and thus did he array thee, and thou wast exceeding glorious with the garments he put on thee. etc. Thus did he adorn thee, and thus did he array thee, and thou wast exceeding glorious with the garments he put on thee. av av vdd pns31 vvi pno21, cc av vdd pns31 vvi pno21, cc pns21 vbd2s vvg j p-acp dt n2 pns31 vvd p-acp pno21. (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 136
983 Greater love can none declare than this, to give another as good garments as himself doth wear; why, this doth Jesus Christ. Greater love can none declare than this, to give Another as good garments as himself does wear; why, this does jesus christ. jc n1 vmb pix vvi av d, pc-acp vvi j-jn c-acp j n2 c-acp px31 vdz vvi; uh-crq, d vdz np1 np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 136
984 In the mount of Transfiguration, ( Matth. 17. v. 2.) it is said, his rayment was as white as the light: In the mount of Transfiguration, (Matthew 17. v. 2.) it is said, his raiment was as white as the Light: p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (np1 crd n1 crd) pn31 vbz vvn, po31 n1 vbds a-acp j-jn c-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 136
985 And when the Saints appeared to John in his vision, they appeared in garments of the same colour; And when the Saints appeared to John in his vision, they appeared in garments of the same colour; cc c-crq dt n2 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vvd p-acp n2 pp-f dt d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 137
986 it is said, They were arrayed with white robes, Rev. 7 13. Righteousnesse is his garment, it is said, They were arrayed with white robes, Rev. 7 13. Righteousness is his garment, pn31 vbz vvn, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp j-jn n2, n1 crd crd n1 vbz po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 137
987 and so it is beleevers too. and so it is believers too. cc av pn31 vbz n2 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 137
988 It was an act of great love to Mordecay (and Haman thought the King could expresse no greater) that the Royal apparrel should be brought which the King used to wear, and to be put on him. It was an act of great love to Mordecai (and Haman Thought the King could express no greater) that the Royal apparel should be brought which the King used to wear, and to be put on him. pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1 (cc np1 vvd dt n1 vmd vvi dx jc) d dt j n1 vmd vbi vvn r-crq dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 137
989 Why, beleevers, such is the transcendent love of Christ to his, in his care for your apparrel, that the royal apparrel which he weareth himself is brought to you, Why, believers, such is the transcendent love of christ to his, in his care for your apparel, that the royal apparel which he weareth himself is brought to you, uh-crq, n2, d vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31, p-acp po31 vvb p-acp po22 n1, cst dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vvz px31 vbz vvn p-acp pn22, (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 137
990 and is put on your souls Now (and you are all glorious within here,) and it shall be put on your bodies hereafter; even that body which is now vile, shall be made glorious, like to his glorious body: and is put on your Souls Now (and you Are all glorious within Here,) and it shall be put on your bodies hereafter; even that body which is now vile, shall be made glorious, like to his glorious body: cc vbz vvn p-acp po22 n2 av (cc pn22 vbr d j p-acp av,) cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po22 n2 av; av d n1 r-crq vbz av j, vmb vbi vvn j, av-j p-acp po31 j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 137
991 And when Christ shall come, and appear in his garments of glory, you shall appear with him in the like: And when christ shall come, and appear in his garments of glory, you shall appear with him in the like: cc c-crq np1 vmb vvi, cc vvi p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 137
992 And then he shall be admired, not only in himself, but in you. O transcendent love, that Jesus Christ should provide such cloathing for us poor creatures! And then he shall be admired, not only in himself, but in you. Oh transcendent love, that jesus christ should provide such clothing for us poor creatures! cc av pns31 vmb vbi vvn, xx av-j p-acp px31, p-acp p-acp pn22. uh j n1, cst np1 np1 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp pno12 j n2! (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 138
993 Thirdly, as for lodging, Christ hath provided that likewise for beleevers. Thirdly, as for lodging, christ hath provided that likewise for believers. ord, a-acp p-acp n1, np1 vhz vvn d av p-acp n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 138
994 Indeed himself had no house here on earth (not so much as a hole wherein to lay his head) and therfore beleevers fare no worser here than he did, they have as good a lodging as their Lord: Indeed himself had no house Here on earth (not so much as a hold wherein to lay his head) and Therefore believers fare no Worse Here than he did, they have as good a lodging as their Lord: np1 px31 vhd dx n1 av p-acp n1 (xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1) cc av n2 vvb dx jc av cs pns31 vdd, pns32 vhb p-acp j dt n1 p-acp po32 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 138
995 In this world indeed they have not a house to be in, nor a bed to lye on (as their own;) But as to hereafter he hath provided a hous, and that not a mean one, In this world indeed they have not a house to be in, nor a Bed to lie on (as their own;) But as to hereafter he hath provided a house, and that not a mean one, p-acp d n1 av pns32 vhb xx dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp, ccx dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp (c-acp po32 d;) cc-acp c-acp p-acp av pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, cc cst xx dt j crd, (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 138
996 but a mansion house, and the building thereof is brave; but a mansion house, and the building thereof is brave; cc-acp dt n1 n1, cc dt n-vvg av vbz j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 138
997 It is a building of God, and the bravery of it appeareth in this (which was the bravery of Christs body, Heb. 9.11.) that it is a house not made with hands. It is a building of God, and the bravery of it appears in this (which was the bravery of Christ body, Hebrew 9.11.) that it is a house not made with hands. pn31 vbz dt vvg pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz p-acp d (r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, np1 crd.) cst pn31 vbz dt n1 xx vvn p-acp n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 138
998 The Shunamite did declare her love to the man of God, by making of him a litle chamber, and by setting a bed therein, The Shunamite did declare her love to the man of God, by making of him a little chamber, and by setting a Bed therein, dt n1 vdd vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg pp-f pno31 dt j n1, cc p-acp vvg dt n1 av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 138
999 and a table, and a stoole, and a candlestick for him, 2 King. 4.10. Jesus Christ sheweth greater love than this, in having provided a better room for beleevers; and a table, and a stool, and a candlestick for him, 2 King. 4.10. jesus christ shows greater love than this, in having provided a better room for believers; cc dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp pno31, crd n1. crd. np1 np1 vvz jc n1 cs d, p-acp vhg vvn dt jc n1 p-acp n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 138
1000 not a little Chamber, but a great Mansion (a bed of glory, Abrahams bosome) not a stool, but a Throne, not a candlesticke (no nor the Sunne) but himself, to be as a light, this not on the wall (as it were without his own Palace) but even within, where himself is, in his own presence, Joh. 17. 24. Father (saith he) I will that they whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am. not a little Chamber, but a great Mansion (a Bed of glory, Abrahams bosom) not a stool, but a Throne, not a candlestick (no nor the Sun) but himself, to be as a Light, this not on the wall (as it were without his own Palace) but even within, where himself is, in his own presence, John 17. 24. Father (Says he) I will that they whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am. xx dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1 (dt n1 pp-f n1, npg1 n1) xx dt n1, p-acp dt n1, xx dt n1 (dx ccx dt n1) cc-acp px31, pc-acp vbi c-acp dt n1, d xx p-acp dt n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp po31 d n1) cc-acp av a-acp, c-crq px31 vbz, p-acp po31 d n1, np1 crd crd n1 (vvz pns31) pns11 vmb cst pns32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, vbb p-acp pno11 c-crq pns11 vbm. (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 139
1001 Consider this, beleevers, Christ hath prepared as good a house for you, as for himself, Consider this, believers, christ hath prepared as good a house for you, as for himself, vvb d, n2, np1 vhz vvn p-acp j dt n1 p-acp pn22, c-acp c-acp px31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 139
1002 and when he was, as it were, in the entry thereof, he stood at the door, and when he was, as it were, in the entry thereof, he stood At the door, cc c-crq pns31 vbds, c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp dt n1 av, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 139
1003 and did in a manner agree with the Father before hand, that you should come in as well as himself: and did in a manner agree with the Father before hand, that you should come in as well as himself: cc vdd p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cst pn22 vmd vvi p-acp c-acp av c-acp px31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 139
1004 and therefore it was, (he said) he went to propare a place for them. and Therefore it was, (he said) he went to propare a place for them. cc av pn31 vbds, (pns31 vvd) pns31 vvd p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 139
1005 So that now here is rich provision of necessaries, food, and rayment, and lodging: And what doth this declare, So that now Here is rich provision of necessaries, food, and raiment, and lodging: And what does this declare, av cst av av vbz j n1 pp-f n2-j, n1, cc n1, cc n1: cc q-crq vdz d vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 139
1006 but rich love in Christ, that he should take such care of beleevers? but rich love in christ, that he should take such care of believers? cc-acp j n1 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi d n1 pp-f n2? (8) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 139
1007 Wee might adde, not onely that Christ hath prepared these things which are the necessaries, but hee hath prepared other things which are glorious. But oh, who shall bee able to declare all the gracious provision which Christ hath made for his! we might add, not only that christ hath prepared these things which Are the necessaries, but he hath prepared other things which Are glorious. But o, who shall be able to declare all the gracious provision which christ hath made for his! pns12 vmd vvi, xx j cst np1 vhz vvn d n2 r-crq vbr dt n2-j, p-acp pns31 vhz vvn j-jn n2 r-crq vbr j. cc-acp uh, q-crq vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d dt j n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31! (8) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 140
1008 When as eye hath not seen, neither hath ear heard, nor hath it entred into the heart of man to conceive those things; When as eye hath not seen, neither hath ear herd, nor hath it entered into the heart of man to conceive those things; c-crq p-acp n1 vhz xx vvn, av-dx vhz n1 vvn, ccx vhz pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 140
1009 we will therefore break out with the Psalmist, O how great is thy goodnesse, which thou hast laid up as a secret treasure (for so the word signifieth) for them that love thee, and beleeve in thee, Psal. 31.19. we will Therefore break out with the Psalmist, Oh how great is thy Goodness, which thou hast laid up as a secret treasure (for so the word signifies) for them that love thee, and believe in thee, Psalm 31.19. pns12 vmb av vvi av p-acp dt n1, uh q-crq j vbz po21 n1, r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 (c-acp av dt n1 vvz) p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno21, cc vvi p-acp pno21, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 140
1010 Thus you see the transcendent love of Christ in his care for, as well as his command over beleevers. Thus you see the transcendent love of christ in his care for, as well as his command over believers. av pn22 vvb dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 vvb p-acp, c-acp av c-acp po31 vvi p-acp n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 140
1011 Thirdly, and lastly, we might abundantly demonstrate the transcendency of Christs love to beleevers, in his indeavour to declare and perswade the hearts of beleevers of all this love. Thirdly, and lastly, we might abundantly demonstrate the transcendency of Christ love to believers, in his endeavour to declare and persuade the hearts of believers of all this love. ord, cc ord, pns12 vmd av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2, p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 pp-f d d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 140
1012 That Christ should love at all, and love so much is transcendent; That christ should love At all, and love so much is transcendent; cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp d, cc vvb av d vbz j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 140
1013 But that he should take paines to perswade the hearts of beleevers to beleeve this, is an addition to the transcendency of the love. But that he should take pains to persuade the hearts of believers to believe this, is an addition to the transcendency of the love. cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi d, vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 141
1014 Christ saw how backward we would be to beleeve, and how hardly we would be brought to perswade our selves, that indeed he did love us at all; christ saw how backward we would be to believe, and how hardly we would be brought to persuade our selves, that indeed he did love us At all; np1 vvd c-crq av-j pns12 vmd vbi p-acp vvb, cc q-crq av pns12 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cst av pns31 vdd vvi pno12 p-acp d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 141
1015 therefore it is, he took such care, and made such provision, for the perswading of the hearts of beleevers to close with the truth of this, that he loved them. Therefore it is, he took such care, and made such provision, for the persuading of the hearts of believers to close with the truth of this, that he loved them. av pn31 vbz, pns31 vvd d n1, cc vvd d n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cst pns31 vvd pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 141
1016 I have (saith he) declared thy name, and will declare it, that the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them. I have (Says he) declared thy name, and will declare it, that the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them. pns11 vhb (vvz pns31) vvd po21 n1, cc vmb vvi pn31, cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 141
1017 This is the great work which he did himself, when he was on earth, and which his Ambassadors now doe in his name (now he is in Heaven) viz. To perswade the hearts of his that he loveth them. This is the great work which he did himself, when he was on earth, and which his ambassadors now do in his name (now he is in Heaven) viz. To persuade the hearts of his that he loves them. d vbz dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vdd px31, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp n1, cc r-crq po31 n2 av vdb p-acp po31 n1 (av pns31 vbz p-acp n1) n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 d pns31 vvz pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 141
1018 What a great deal of love was there in that cry of his, when he was on earth, That if any came to him, he would in no wise cast them out? And if they did but thirst, they might come to him, What a great deal of love was there in that cry of his, when he was on earth, That if any Come to him, he would in no wise cast them out? And if they did but thirst, they might come to him, q-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbds a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp n1, cst cs d vvd p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd p-acp dx n1 vvd pno32 av? cc cs pns32 vdd p-acp vvb, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 141
1019 and drink? How did he declare the strength of his love, in perswading soules to come to him, that they might taste, and see how he loved them. and drink? How did he declare the strength of his love, in persuading Souls to come to him, that they might taste, and see how he loved them. cc vvi? q-crq vdd pns31 vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cst pns32 vmd vvi, cc vvb c-crq pns31 vvd pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 142
1020 It had been much, if Jesus Christ would have given a poor soul leave to love him, and would have accepted it upon his seeking to him, It had been much, if jesus christ would have given a poor soul leave to love him, and would have accepted it upon his seeking to him, pn31 vhd vbn av-d, cs np1 np1 vmd vhb vvn dt j n1 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vmd vhi vvn pn31 p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 142
1021 but that he should love, and wooe us to love him, and take paines to make us beleeve that he doth love us, This is transcendent love! but that he should love, and woo us to love him, and take pains to make us believe that he does love us, This is transcendent love! cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi, cc vvb pno12 p-acp vvb pno31, cc vvb n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi cst pns31 vdz vvi pno12, d vbz j n1! (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 142
1022 O beleevers, such is the strength and transcendency of the love of Christ towards you, that when he was upon earth himself, he made it his great work, not onely to tender love freely, but to perswade you to beleeve it fully. And now he is gone to Heaven, he hath taken care to appoint Ambassadors, and they alwayes in his name doe beseech you to beleeve, that he doth love you: O believers, such is the strength and transcendency of the love of christ towards you, that when he was upon earth himself, he made it his great work, not only to tender love freely, but to persuade you to believe it Fully. And now he is gone to Heaven, he hath taken care to appoint ambassadors, and they always in his name do beseech you to believe, that he does love you: sy n2, d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22, cst c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp n1 px31, pns31 vvd pn31 po31 j n1, xx av-j p-acp j vvb av-j, p-acp p-acp vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j. cc av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, pns31 vhz vvn n1 pc-acp vvi n2, cc pns32 av p-acp po31 n1 vdb vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vdz vvi pn22: (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 142
1023 And it is the great longing of his soul, to fill you, not onely with his own love, And it is the great longing of his soul, to fill you, not only with his own love, cc pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pn22, xx av-j p-acp po31 d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 142
1024 but with his Fathers love too, wheresoever the Gospell of free grace doth sound, the summe thereof is this, That God so loved the world, that hee sent his Son: but with his Father's love too, wheresoever the Gospel of free grace does found, the sum thereof is this, That God so loved the world, that he sent his Son: cc-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n1 av, c-crq dt n1 pp-f j n1 vdz vvi, dt n1 av vbz d, cst np1 av vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 142
1025 And that Jesus Christ himself so loved poor soules, that he came himself, that if any would but beleeve, they might have him, And that jesus christ himself so loved poor Souls, that he Come himself, that if any would but believe, they might have him, cc cst np1 np1 px31 av vvd j n2, cst pns31 vvd px31, cst cs d vmd p-acp vvi, pns32 vmd vhi pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 143
1026 and in him everlasting life and love. and in him everlasting life and love. cc p-acp pno31 j n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 143
1027 To all this I might adde the consideration of the easie price that Jesus Christ setteth upon his love, which he tendereth; To all this I might add the consideration of the easy price that jesus christ sets upon his love, which he tendereth; p-acp d d pns11 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cst np1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vvz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 143
1028 It is but acceptation. If any man will but come to (his bosome) the fountain of love, he may take the waters thereof freely; that fountain is not a sealed, but an open fountain: And this is the transcendency thereof, that it is open, even for those, in whom there was a fountain of wrath and enmity flowing up, and that against himself. O my brethren! It is but acceptation. If any man will but come to (his bosom) the fountain of love, he may take the waters thereof freely; that fountain is not a sealed, but an open fountain: And this is the transcendency thereof, that it is open, even for those, in whom there was a fountain of wrath and enmity flowing up, and that against himself. O my brothers! pn31 vbz p-acp n1. cs d n1 vmb p-acp vvb p-acp (po31 n1) dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 av av-j; cst n1 vbz xx dt vvd, p-acp dt j n1: cc d vbz dt n1 av, cst pn31 vbz j, av p-acp d, p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvg a-acp, cc cst p-acp px31. sy po11 n2! (8) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 143
1029 if you did but consider, that the love of Christ passeth knowledge, that in its nature, it is every way full, and in its tender free; And that he profereth rich love to those, who by nature were the children of wrath, and that all this is in a beseeching way; Certainly you must conclude, that the love of Christ is a transcendent love, and that it passeth knowledge. if you did but Consider, that the love of christ passes knowledge, that in its nature, it is every Way full, and in its tender free; And that he proffereth rich love to those, who by nature were the children of wrath, and that all this is in a beseeching Way; Certainly you must conclude, that the love of christ is a transcendent love, and that it passes knowledge. cs pn22 vdd cc-acp vvb, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1, cst p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vbz d n1 j, cc p-acp po31 j j; cc cst pns31 vvz j n1 p-acp d, r-crq p-acp n1 vbdr dt n2 pp-f n1, cc cst d d vbz p-acp dt vvg n1; av-j pn22 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1, cc cst pn31 vvz n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 143
1030 It was the tendernesse of the love of Jonathan, and David, that it passed the love of women; Thy love to me (saith David ) was wonderfull, passing the love of women, 2 Sam. 1. v. 26. Surely, beleevers, the love of Christ to you is wonderfull (transcendently wonderfull) passing the love of women (passing the love of Jonathan and David ) comprehending (as formerly hath been hinted) yea and surmounting any, or all the loves of all the creatures whatsoever: It was the tenderness of the love of Johnathan, and David, that it passed the love of women; Thy love to me (Says David) was wonderful, passing the love of women, 2 Sam. 1. v. 26. Surely, believers, the love of christ to you is wonderful (transcendently wonderful) passing the love of women (passing the love of Johnathan and David) comprehending (as formerly hath been hinted) yea and surmounting any, or all the loves of all the creatures whatsoever: pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1, cst pn31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n2; po21 n1 p-acp pno11 (vvz np1) vbds j, vvg dt n1 pp-f n2, crd np1 crd n1 crd np1, n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22 vbz j (av-j j) vvg dt n1 pp-f n2 (vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1) vvg (c-acp av-j vhz vbn vvn) uh cc vvg d, cc d dt n2 pp-f d dt n2 q-crq: (8) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 144
1031 Neither man, nor Angels could, or ever did, expresse so much love, as Jesus Christ hath not onely expressed, and declared, but doth even tender, and besceeh, beleeving soules to accept of. Neither man, nor Angels could, or ever did, express so much love, as jesus christ hath not only expressed, and declared, but does even tender, and besceeh, believing Souls to accept of. av-dx n1, ccx n2 vmd, cc av vdd, vvi av d n1, c-acp np1 np1 vhz xx av-j vvn, cc vvn, p-acp vdz av vvi, cc vvb, vvg n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f. (8) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 144
1032 I shall adde no more for the demonstration thereof, but onely this; I shall add no more for the demonstration thereof, but only this; pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp dt n1 av, cc-acp av-j d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 144
1033 That when I have said all that I can (though I had all the tongues both of Men and Angels) of the love of Christ, you that finde it in your bosomes, will have reason to tell me, that the one half was not told you: That when I have said all that I can (though I had all the tongues both of Men and Angels) of the love of christ, you that find it in your bosoms, will have reason to tell me, that the one half was not told you: cst c-crq pns11 vhb vvn d cst pns11 vmb (cs pns11 vhd d dt n2 av-d pp-f n2 cc n2) pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 cst vvb pn31 p-acp po22 n2, vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pno11, cst dt pi av-jn vbds xx vvn pn22: (8) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 144
1034 For the love of Christ is such, as all the Saints, who do in the fullest measure injoy it, are not able to expresse it, For the love of christ is such, as all the Saints, who do in the Fullest measure enjoy it, Are not able to express it, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz d, c-acp d dt n2, r-crq vdb p-acp dt js n1 vvi pn31, vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 145
1035 but must be fain to cease speaking, and so wrap up their soules in wondring at it, but must be fain to cease speaking, and so wrap up their Souls in wondering At it, cc-acp vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi vvg, cc av vvb a-acp po32 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 145
1036 and cry, That it is a love passing knowledge. and cry, That it is a love passing knowledge. cc vvi, cst pn31 vbz dt vvb vvg n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 145
1037 Before I come to the Application, I shall briefly answer two Objections which may come in, Before I come to the Application, I shall briefly answer two Objections which may come in, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi crd n2 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 145
1038 and be made against the truth of this Doctrine. and be made against the truth of this Doctrine. cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 145
1039 Ob, First, it will be objected, If the love of Christ be so transcendent to beleevers, Whence then cometh it to passe, that he permits them oftentimes to lye so low, that their enemies triumph, Ob, First, it will be objected, If the love of christ be so transcendent to believers, Whence then comes it to pass, that he permits them oftentimes to lie so low, that their enemies triumph, fw-la, ord, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb av j p-acp n2, c-crq av vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vvz pno32 av pc-acp vvi av j, cst po32 n2 vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 145
1040 and insult over them? Surely will some weak (for weaknesse is the around of the Objection) beleever say, and insult over them? Surely will Some weak (for weakness is the around of the Objection) believer say, cc vvi p-acp pno32? av-j vmb d j (p-acp n1 vbz dt a-acp pp-f dt n1) n1 vvb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 145
1041 If Christ love me so highly, why doth he permit me to lye so low? If I be so near to his heart, If christ love me so highly, why does he permit me to lie so low? If I be so near to his heart, cs np1 vvb pno11 av av-j, q-crq vdz pns31 vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi av av-j? cs pns11 vbb av av-j p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 145
1042 how is it that he suffereth wicked men to tread upon me? If he layeth me in his bosome, how is it that he suffers wicked men to tread upon me? If he Layeth me in his bosom, q-crq vbz pn31 cst pns31 vvz j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11? cs pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 145
1043 why is it that he suffereth me to lye at the worlds feet? Answ. 1. This may consist with love; why is it that he suffers me to lie At the world's feet? Answer 1. This may consist with love; q-crq vbz pn31 cst pns31 vvz pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ng1 n2? np1 crd d vmb vvi p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 146
1044 tell me (thou weak soul) was not Christ the dearly beloved of the Father; tell me (thou weak soul) was not christ the dearly Beloved of the Father; vvb pno11 (pns21 j n1) vbds xx np1 dt av-jn vvn pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 146
1045 and yet did not the father permit wicked men to persecute him? Canst thou be reviled, buffeted scourged, or crucified worse than he? & yet notwithstanding all, he was beloved of the Father, and that in a transcendent manner: and yet did not the father permit wicked men to persecute him? Canst thou be reviled, buffeted scourged, or Crucified Worse than he? & yet notwithstanding all, he was Beloved of the Father, and that in a transcendent manner: cc av vdd xx dt n1 vvb j n2 pc-acp vvi pno31? vm2 pns21 vbi vvn, vvn vvn, cc vvd av-jc cs pns31? cc av p-acp d, pns31 vbds vvn pp-f dt n1, cc cst p-acp dt j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 146
1046 in like manner, thou mayest be the beloved of Christs soul, and yet be delivered into the hands of thine-enemies (as it is) Jer. 12.7. in like manner, thou Mayest be the Beloved of Christ soul, and yet be Delivered into the hands of thine-enemies (as it is) Jer. 12.7. p-acp j n1, pns21 vm2 vbi dt vvn pp-f npg1 n1, cc av vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 (c-acp pn31 vbz) np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 146
1047 Nay, this is not onely consisting with love, but ▪ 2 It is an act of love; Nay, this is not only consisting with love, but ▪ 2 It is an act of love; uh-x, d vbz xx av-j vvg p-acp n1, cc-acp ▪ crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 146
1048 for while Christ permits these sufferings of thine, hee maketh thee like unto himself. It is desired of Paul, as it makes him conformable unto Christ, Phil. 3.10. Even a mourning garment is glorious when it is the same that Christ weareth. for while christ permits these sufferings of thine, he makes thee like unto himself. It is desired of Paul, as it makes him conformable unto christ, Philip 3.10. Even a mourning garment is glorious when it is the same that christ weareth. p-acp n1 np1 vvz d n2 pp-f png21, pns31 vvz pno21 av-j p-acp px31. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vvz pno31 j p-acp np1, np1 crd. av-j dt j-vvg n1 vbz j c-crq pn31 vbz dt d cst np1 vvz. (8) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 146
1049 What soul is there that may not, as it were, be proud, and glory in its tribulations (as the word signifieth, Rom 5.3. (when he considereth in them he is made like to Christ; What soul is there that may not, as it were, be proud, and glory in its tribulations (as the word signifies, Rom 5.3. (when he Considereth in them he is made like to christ; r-crq n1 vbz a-acp cst vmb xx, c-acp pn31 vbdr, vbb j, cc n1 p-acp po31 n2 (c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. (c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 pns31 vbz vvn av-j p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 147
1050 yea, a suit of sackcloth is to a spirituall soul brave, and fine, when the Lord of glory goeth in the same fashion. yea, a suit of Sackcloth is to a spiritual soul brave, and fine, when the Lord of glory Goes in the same fashion. uh, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1 j, cc j, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp dt d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 147
1051 Object. 2 But some will object further, and say, I do not question whether Christ loves me transcendently because of the sufferings I lye under, Object. 2 But Some will Object further, and say, I do not question whither christ loves me transcendently Because of the sufferings I lie under, n1. crd p-acp d vmb vvi av-jc, cc vvi, pns11 vdb xx vvi cs np1 vvz pno11 av-j c-acp pp-f dt n2 pns11 vvb p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 147
1052 but rather because of the desertions in which I am. Alas! but rather Because of the desertions in which I am. Alas! cc-acp av-c c-acp pp-f dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns11 vbm. uh! (8) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 147
1053 I question whether he loveth me at all, because he withdraweth himself from me so long: I question whither he loves me At all, Because he withdraweth himself from me so long: pns11 vvb cs pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp d, c-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp pno11 av av-j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 147
1054 much more reason have I to question, whether be loveth me transcendently; while I see him altogether deny me his company. much more reason have I to question, whither be loves me transcendently; while I see him altogether deny me his company. av-d dc n1 vhb pns11 pc-acp vvi, cs vbb vvz pno11 av-j; cs pns11 vvb pno31 av vvi pno11 po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 147
1055 Indeed in a sense, I think that the love of Christ passeth knowledge (for I know but little of Christ) Methinks I see him withdrawn, I will not deny but he hath sweet smiles, Indeed in a sense, I think that the love of christ passes knowledge (for I know but little of christ) Methinks I see him withdrawn, I will not deny but he hath sweet smiles, av p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1 (c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp j pp-f np1) vvz pns11 vvb pno31 vvn, pns11 vmb xx vvi cc-acp pns31 vhz j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 147
1056 but I am a stranger to those smiles. but I am a stranger to those smiles. cc-acp pns11 vbm dt n1 p-acp d n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 147
1057 Time was, when I thought hee loved me transcendently, but now I fear hee loveth me not at all, for hee deserteth me. Time was, when I Thought he loved me transcendently, but now I Fear he loves me not At all, for he deserteth me. n1 vbds, c-crq pns11 vvd pns31 vvd pno11 av-j, cc-acp av pns11 vvb pns31 vvz pno11 xx p-acp d, c-acp pns31 vvz pno11. (8) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 147
1058 Answ. To such a soul as objects thus, I would say but three words. Answer To such a soul as objects thus, I would say but three words. np1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp n2 av, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp crd n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 147
1059 First, These withdrawings of Christ (whereof thou complainest) are but in shew, not in substance. First, These withdrawings of christ (whereof thou complainest) Are but in show, not in substance. ord, d n2-vvg pp-f np1 (c-crq pns21 vv2) vbr p-acp p-acp n1, xx p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 148
1060 The Sun is but absent in shew, when it doth not shine, it is prerent still, The Sun is but absent in show, when it does not shine, it is prerent still, dt n1 vbz p-acp j p-acp n1, c-crq pn31 vdz xx vvi, pn31 vbz j av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 148
1061 though behind a cloud: I have often thought that Christs withdrawing, in this respect, may be called rather his concealed presence, than his real absence: He was close by Mary, although she did not see him; He was in the company of his Disciples, though they knew it not: His presence was not manifest (not because his person was not there, though behind a cloud: I have often Thought that Christ withdrawing, in this respect, may be called rather his concealed presence, than his real absence: He was close by Marry, although she did not see him; He was in the company of his Disciples, though they knew it not: His presence was not manifest (not Because his person was not there, cs p-acp dt n1: pns11 vhb av vvn cst npg1 n-vvg, p-acp d n1, vmb vbi vvn av po31 j-vvn n1, cs po31 j n1: pns31 vbds j p-acp vvi, cs pns31 vdd xx vvi pno31; pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, c-acp pns32 vvd pn31 xx: po31 n1 vbds xx j (xx c-acp po31 n1 vbds xx a-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 148
1062 but) because their eyes were held, that they should not know him, Luke, 24, v. 16. but) Because their eyes were held, that they should not know him, Lycia, 24, v. 16. cc-acp) c-acp po32 n2 vbdr vvn, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi pno31, av, crd, n1 crd (8) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 148
1063 Secondly, These withdrawings (whereof thou complainest) are not total; Christ never so withdraweth from the beleever, Secondly, These withdrawings (whereof thou complainest) Are not total; christ never so withdraweth from the believer, ord, d n2-vvg (c-crq pns21 vv2) vbr xx j; np1 av-x av vvz p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 148
1064 but he leaveth something behind, he putteth in his hand before he goeth (as it is Cant. 5. v. 4.) And surely, his hand was never empty. but he Leaveth something behind, he putteth in his hand before he Goes (as it is Cant 5. v. 4.) And surely, his hand was never empty. cc-acp pns31 vvz pi p-acp, pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vvz (c-acp pn31 vbz np1 crd n1 crd) cc av-j, po31 n1 vbds av-x j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 148
1065 If he be absent in shining, he is present in strengthning; If he be absent in shining, he is present in strengthening; cs pns31 vbb j p-acp vvg, pns31 vbz j p-acp vvg; (8) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 148
1066 though he doth not appear rich in love, yet he is still present, upholding thy life. though he does not appear rich in love, yet he is still present, upholding thy life. cs pns31 vdz xx vvi j p-acp n1, av pns31 vbz av j, vvg po21 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 149
1067 The very breath that thou breathest (poor deserted creature) doth declare that Christ is present in some measure: The very breath that thou breathest (poor deserted creature) does declare that christ is present in Some measure: dt j n1 cst pns21 vv2 (j vvn n1) vdz vvi cst np1 vbz j p-acp d n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 149
1068 It were impossible that thou shouldest breath, if Jesus were not within thy bosome; thy weepings after him, are demonstrations, that in some measure he is with thee. It were impossible that thou Shouldst breath, if jesus were not within thy bosom; thy weepings After him, Are demonstrations, that in Some measure he is with thee. pn31 vbdr j cst pns21 vmd2 vvi, cs np1 vbdr xx p-acp po21 n1; po21 n2-vvg p-acp pno31, vbr n2, cst p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz p-acp pno21. (8) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 149
1069 Thirdly, Christs departure will not be final, hee will be found again, though he be not felt now: Thirdly, Christ departure will not be final, he will be found again, though he be not felt now: ord, npg1 n1 vmb xx vbi j, pns31 vmb vbi vvn av, cs pns31 vbb xx vvn av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 149
1070 And when he cometh he will make rich amends for his absence. This said Mr. Peacock after this desertion, The Sea is not more full of water, And when he comes he will make rich amends for his absence. This said Mr. Peacock After this desertion, The Sea is not more full of water, cc c-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vvi j n2 p-acp po31 n1. np1 vvd n1 n1 p-acp d n1, dt n1 vbz xx av-dc j pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 149
1071 nor the Sun more full of light, than my heart is full of joy, the joy that I feel in my heart is incredible. nor the Sun more full of Light, than my heart is full of joy, the joy that I feel in my heart is incredible. ccx dt n1 av-dc j pp-f n1, cs po11 n1 vbz j pp-f n1, dt n1 cst pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n1 vbz j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 149
1072 Ah said another poor soul, (that had cryed Christ was gone) He is come, he is come, he hath kissed me with the kisses of his lips, his love is better than wine, he hath not deceived me, neither will he deceive any. Ah said Another poor soul, (that had cried christ was gone) He is come, he is come, he hath kissed me with the Kisses of his lips, his love is better than wine, he hath not deceived me, neither will he deceive any. uh j-vvn j-jn j n1, (cst vhd vvn np1 vbds vvn) pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, po31 n1 vbz jc cs n1, pns31 vhz xx vvn pno11, dx vmb pns31 vvi d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 149
1073 I shall therefore retort the Argument thus, Though beleevers give Christ occasion to goe away very often, I shall Therefore retort the Argument thus, Though believers give christ occasion to go away very often, pns11 vmb av vvi dt n1 av, cs n2 vvb np1 n1 pc-acp vvi av av av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 150
1074 yet Christ never goeth away altogether, but even in his conceived absence, vouchsafeth a concealed presence, yet christ never Goes away altogether, but even in his conceived absence, vouchsafeth a concealed presence, av np1 av-x vvz av av, cc-acp av p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, vvz dt j-vvn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 150
1075 and at his sensible return maketh rich amends for his staying, and going away: and At his sensible return makes rich amends for his staying, and going away: cc p-acp po31 j n1 vvz j n2 p-acp po31 n-vvg, cc vvg av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 150
1076 What doe these declare, but that his love is transcendent, and (as the Text saith) passing knowledge. What do these declare, but that his love is transcendent, and (as the Text Says) passing knowledge. q-crq vdb d vvi, cc-acp cst po31 n1 vbz j, cc (c-acp dt n1 vvz) j-vvg n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 150
1077 Four words I shall adde by way of Application, viz. A word of 1 Information. 2 Reproof, 3 Exhortation. 4 Perswasion. Four words I shall add by Way of Application, viz. A word of 1 Information. 2 Reproof, 3 Exhortation. 4 Persuasion. crd n2 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1 dt n1 pp-f crd n1. crd n1, crd n1. crd n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 150
1078 First, for Information, in as much as it is thus clear, that Christ loves his, with transcendent love, First, for Information, in as much as it is thus clear, that christ loves his, with transcendent love, ord, c-acp n1, p-acp c-acp d c-acp pn31 vbz av j, cst np1 vvz po31, p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 150
1079 then it may inform us of these four things. then it may inform us of these four things. cs pn31 vmb vvi pno12 pp-f d crd n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 150
1080 First, in the deservednesse of that great, and dreadfull curse, which Paul denounceth against those who love not Christ, 1 Cor. 16.22. First, in the deservedness of that great, and dreadful curse, which Paul Denounceth against those who love not christ, 1 Cor. 16.22. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j, cc j n1, r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d r-crq vvb xx np1, crd np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 150
1081 If any man love not the Lord Jesus, let him be Anathema, Maranatha. If any man love not the Lord jesus, let him be Anathema, Maranatha. cs d n1 vvb xx dt n1 np1, vvb pno31 vbi n1, np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 150
1082 That is, let him be cursed with the highest, and greatest degree of cursing that may be possible; That is, let him be cursed with the highest, and greatest degree of cursing that may be possible; cst vbz, vvb pno31 vbi vvn p-acp dt js, cc js n1 pp-f vvg cst vmb vbi j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 151
1083 for of those three degrees of cursing, which the Jews used in their threefold excommunication, this of Anathema Maranatha was the highest; for of those three Degrees of cursing, which the jews used in their threefold excommunication, this of Anathema Maranatha was the highest; c-acp pp-f d crd n2 pp-f vvg, r-crq dt np2 vvd p-acp po32 j n1, d pp-f n1 np1 vbds dt js; (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 151
1084 and it includes as much as this, Let the Lord come, and strike this person with eternall perdition. And tell me. and it includes as much as this, Let the Lord come, and strike this person with Eternal perdition. And tell me. cc pn31 vvz p-acp d c-acp d, vvb dt n1 vvb, cc vvb d n1 p-acp j n1. cc vvb pno11. (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 151
1085 do not those deservedly expose themselves to this dreadfull curse, who do not love such an one as Jesus Christ is; do not those deservedly expose themselves to this dreadful curse, who do not love such an one as jesus christ is; vdb xx d av-vvn vvi px32 p-acp d j n1, q-crq vdb xx vvi d dt pi p-acp np1 np1 vbz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 151
1086 who loveth all his with a transcendent love? Mind this, wretches! (you who love not the Lord Jesus) what can you say for your selves, that you should not lye under this curse? Why do not you love Jesus Christ? what reason have you for it? Is not he lovely, fairer than the sons of men? Is not he loving? Doth not his love to his, pass the love of women? Were Christ unkind, you might with some pretence plead, that you have reason not to love him; who loves all his with a transcendent love? Mind this, wretches! (you who love not the Lord jesus) what can you say for your selves, that you should not lie under this curse? Why do not you love jesus christ? what reason have you for it? Is not he lovely, Fairer than the Sons of men? Is not he loving? Does not his love to his, pass the love of women? Were christ unkind, you might with Some pretence plead, that you have reason not to love him; r-crq vvz d po31 p-acp dt j n1? n1 d, n2! (pn22 r-crq vvb xx dt n1 np1) r-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp po22 n2, cst pn22 vmd xx vvi p-acp d n1? q-crq vdb xx pn22 vvi np1 np1? q-crq n1 vhb pn22 p-acp pn31? vbz xx pns31 j, jc cs dt n2 pp-f n2? vbz xx pns31 vvg? vdz xx po31 n1 p-acp po31, vvb dt n1 pp-f n2? vbdr np1 j, pn22 vmd p-acp d n1 vvi, cst pn22 vhb n1 xx pc-acp vvi pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 151
1087 but being so kind, so loving as that he openeth his bosome, and letteth out transcendent love to all that are his: but being so kind, so loving as that he Openeth his bosom, and lets out transcendent love to all that Are his: cc-acp vbg av j, av vvg p-acp cst pns31 vvz po31 n1, cc vvz av j n1 p-acp d cst vbr po31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 152
1088 Certainly, you may expect, and that justly, to be accursed in this high degree, for not loving Christ. Certainly, you may expect, and that justly, to be accursed in this high degree, for not loving christ. av-j, pn22 vmb vvi, cc cst av-j, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n1, c-acp xx vvg np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 152
1089 Secondly, See here the true ground of a beleevers glory. Secondly, See Here the true ground of a believers glory. ord, vvb av dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 191 Page 152
1090 Is it not a ground of glory to be beloved of Christ, with such a transcendent love as you have heard? Well may beleevers make their boast of Christ all the day long; Is it not a ground of glory to be Beloved of christ, with such a transcendent love as you have herd? Well may believers make their boast of christ all the day long; vbz pn31 xx dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1, p-acp d dt j n1 c-acp pn22 vhb vvn? n1 vmb n2 vvi po32 vvi pp-f np1 d dt n1 av-j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 191 Page 152
1091 and well may they glory in the love that they enjoy; and well may they glory in the love that they enjoy; cc av vmb pns32 vvi p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vvb; (8) sermon (DIV1) 191 Page 152
1092 for why? that love is transcendent, passing knowledge. None of all the sonnes or daughters of men have any, such just ground of glory (though they should enjoy the love of all the creatures) as beleevers have, who do enjoy only the love of Christ. for why? that love is transcendent, passing knowledge. None of all the Sons or daughters of men have any, such just ground of glory (though they should enjoy the love of all the creatures) as believers have, who do enjoy only the love of christ. c-acp q-crq? cst n1 vbz j, vvg n1. pi pp-f d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vhb d, d j n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d dt n2) p-acp n2 vhb, r-crq vdb vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 191 Page 152
1093 For that love they have, in him, transcends, and excells, (and that infinitly) all that love which any can have from all the creatures. For that love they have, in him, transcends, and excels, (and that infinitely) all that love which any can have from all the creatures. p-acp d n1 pns32 vhb, p-acp pno31, vvz, cc vvz, (cc cst av-j) d cst n1 r-crq d vmb vhi p-acp d dt n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 191 Page 152
1094 Let the world falsly and fondly brag of their creature-loves (and pity them (Oh beleevers!) when you see them do so:) But rejoyce your selves in the mean time, with joy exceeding great, and full of glory: Let the world falsely and fondly brag of their creature-loves (and pity them (O believers!) when you see them do so:) But rejoice your selves in the mean time, with joy exceeding great, and full of glory: vvb dt n1 av-j cc av-j vvi pp-f po32 j (cc vvb pno32 (uh n2!) c-crq pn22 vvb pno32 vdi av:) cc-acp vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1 vvg j, cc j pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 191 Page 153
1095 And the point will bear you out in it, for you have such a love, as is not to be found in all the world beside. And the point will bear you out in it, for you have such a love, as is not to be found in all the world beside. cc dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 av p-acp pn31, c-acp pn22 vhb d dt n1, c-acp vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 a-acp. (8) sermon (DIV1) 191 Page 153
1096 Having the love of Christ, you have that love which passeth knowledge. Having the love of christ, you have that love which passes knowledge. np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vhb d n1 r-crq vvz n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 191 Page 153
1097 And surely, beleevers, if the men of the world think they have good ground to glory in this, that they enjoy the Low love, (though of some seeming great creatures ) you have much more ground to rejoyce, who enjoy this high love, of him who is indeed greater than all the creatures (Jesus Christ). And surely, believers, if the men of the world think they have good ground to glory in this, that they enjoy the Low love, (though of Some seeming great creatures) you have much more ground to rejoice, who enjoy this high love, of him who is indeed greater than all the creatures (jesus christ). cc av-j, n2, cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb pns32 vhb j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d, cst pns32 vvb dt j n1, (cs pp-f d j-vvg j n2) pn22 vhb d dc n1 pc-acp vvi, r-crq vvb d j n1, pp-f pno31 r-crq vbz av jc cs d dt n2 (np1 np1). (8) sermon (DIV1) 192 Page 153
1098 Do men think they have just ground to sit and glory, in that they sip the puddle drops of creatures loves? Have not you more ground, Do men think they have just ground to fit and glory, in that they sip the puddle drops of creatures loves? Have not you more ground, vdb n2 vvb pns32 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi cc n1, p-acp cst pns32 vvb dt n1 n2 pp-f n2 vvz? vhb xx pn22 av-dc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 192 Page 153
1099 and that juster, and truer, to sing and glory in this, that you drink in the pure love of Jesus Christ? which is so sweet, and that juster, and truer, to sing and glory in this, that you drink in the pure love of jesus christ? which is so sweet, cc d jc, cc jc, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d, cst pn22 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1? r-crq vbz av j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 192 Page 154
1100 so excellent, and so transcendent, as that it passeth knowledge. Thirdly, in as much as Christ loveth beleevers with a transcendent love; so excellent, and so transcendent, as that it passes knowledge. Thirdly, in as much as christ loves believers with a transcendent love; av j, cc av j, c-acp cst pn31 vvz n1. ord, p-acp c-acp d c-acp np1 vvz n2 p-acp dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 192 Page 154
1101 then see here the rise and ground of all that which Christ doth for them. You wonder beleevers (at least you might) and that justly; then see Here the rise and ground of all that which christ does for them. You wonder believers (At least you might) and that justly; av vvi av dt vvb cc n1 pp-f d d r-crq np1 vdz p-acp pno32. pn22 vvb n2 (p-acp ds pn22 vmd) cc cst av-j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 154
1102 whence it is that Christ doth so much for you. whence it is that christ does so much for you. c-crq pn31 vbz cst np1 vdz av av-d c-acp pn22. (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 154
1103 One while he is filling you with his unsearchable riches another while he is crowning you with his own glory Now you have him giving you choice gifts, and anon you have him bringing of you choyce graces: In this duty you have him imbracing of your souls in his arms; One while he is filling you with his unsearchable riches Another while he is crowning you with his own glory Now you have him giving you choice Gifts, and anon you have him bringing of you choice graces: In this duty you have him embracing of your Souls in his arms; pi cs pns31 vbz vvg pn22 p-acp po31 j n2 j-jn n1 pns31 vbz vvg pn22 p-acp po31 d n1 av pn22 vhb pno31 vvg pn22 j n2, cc av pn22 vhb pno31 vvg pp-f pn22 j n2: p-acp d n1 pn22 vhb pno31 vvg pp-f po22 n2 p-acp po31 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 154
1104 And in that duty you find him kissing you with the kisses of his lips; and you are ready to cry out, Whence is it that Christ doth all this for me! And in that duty you find him kissing you with the Kisses of his lips; and you Are ready to cry out, Whence is it that christ does all this for me! cc p-acp d n1 pn22 vvb pno31 vvg pn22 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2; cc pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi av, q-crq vbz pn31 cst np1 vdz d d p-acp pno11! (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 154
1105 One while thou art sick, and Christ visiteth thee, and maketh thy bed, and sitteth by thy bed side other whiles thou goest abroad and Christ walketh with thee, One while thou art sick, and christ Visiteth thee, and makes thy Bed, and Sitteth by thy Bed side other while thou goest abroad and christ walks with thee, crd n1 pns21 vb2r j, cc np1 vvz pno21, cc vv2 po21 n1, cc vvz p-acp po21 n1 n1 j-jn n1 pns21 vv2 av cc np1 vvz p-acp pno21, (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 154
1106 and thou leanest upon him, as upon thy beloved. Now thou art in the wildernesse (it may be under some banishment) and Christ commeth to thee: and thou Leanest upon him, as upon thy Beloved. Now thou art in the Wilderness (it may be under Some banishment) and christ comes to thee: cc pns21 vv2 p-acp pno31, c-acp p-acp po21 vvn. av pns21 vb2r p-acp dt n1 (pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d n1) cc np1 vvz p-acp pno21: (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 155
1107 And anon it may be thou art in prison (under some restraint) and Christ visiteth thee there too? And all this maketh thee cry out, Whence is it, that my Lord should thus come to me? Why see the Point, And anon it may be thou art in prison (under Some restraint) and christ Visiteth thee there too? And all this makes thee cry out, Whence is it, that my Lord should thus come to me? Why see the Point, cc av pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vb2r p-acp n1 (p-acp d n1) cc np1 vvz pno21 a-acp av? cc d d vvz pno21 vvb av, q-crq vbz pn31, cst po11 n1 vmd av vvi p-acp pno11? q-crq vvb dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 155
1108 and in that see the cause; He loveth thee (O beleever) and he loved thee with a transcendent love: and in that see the cause; He loves thee (Oh believer) and he loved thee with a transcendent love: cc p-acp cst vvb dt n1; pns31 vvz pno21 (uh n1) cc pns31 vvn pno21 p-acp dt j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 155
1109 And hence it is, that he doth all that he doth for thee, and giveth all that he bestoweth on thee. And hence it is, that he does all that he does for thee, and gives all that he bestoweth on thee. cc av pn31 vbz, cst pns31 vdz d cst pns31 vdz p-acp pno21, cc vvz av-d cst pns31 vvz p-acp pno21. (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 155
1110 You wonder why Christ should sanctifie such unsanctified hearts as yours are, & cleanse by the washing of water, You wonder why christ should sanctify such unsanctified hearts as yours Are, & cleanse by the washing of water, pn22 vvb c-crq np1 vmd vvi d j n2 c-acp png22 vbr, cc vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 155
1111 and by the word, such impure spirits as yours be: and by the word, such impure spirits as yours be: cc p-acp dt n1, d j n2 c-acp png22 vbi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 155
1112 And you are ready to say, Whence is it that the Lord of glory should stoop to wash such a creature as I am? Whence is it that he at whose feet Angels fall, And you Are ready to say, Whence is it that the Lord of glory should stoop to wash such a creature as I am? Whence is it that he At whose feet Angels fallen, cc pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi, q-crq vbz pn31 cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d dt n1 c-acp pns11 vbm? q-crq vbz pn31 cst pns31 p-acp rg-crq n2 n2 vvb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 155
1113 and bow, should come & wash the feet of such a creature as you be? Hence it is (beleevers) Christ hath loved you, and bow, should come & wash the feet of such a creature as you be? Hence it is (believers) christ hath loved you, cc n1, vmd vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 c-acp pn22 vbb? av pn31 vbz (n2) np1 vhz vvn pn22, (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 155
1114 and that with a transcendent love: Wonder not therefore henceforth (unlesse it be with the wondring, and that with a transcendent love: Wonder not Therefore henceforth (unless it be with the wondering, cc cst p-acp dt j n1: vvb xx av av (cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j-vvg, (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 156
1115 why Christ doth any thing, or all things, for you) there is a reason, why christ does any thing, or all things, for you) there is a reason, c-crq np1 vdz d n1, cc d n2, c-acp pn22) pc-acp vbz dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 156
1116 yea great reason (though not in you) yet in himself: It is this we have been speaking of, i. e. the transcendent love he beareth to you. yea great reason (though not in you) yet in himself: It is this we have been speaking of, i. e. the transcendent love he bears to you. uh j n1 (cs xx p-acp pn22) av p-acp px31: pn31 vbz d pns12 vhb vbn vvg pp-f, sy. sy. dt j n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pn22. (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 156
1117 Fourthly, let this inform beleevers, that (sith Christ loveth them with a transcendent love) at all times, they have then a just: ground to act their faith upon him in any case. Fourthly, let this inform believers, that (sith christ loves them with a transcendent love) At all times, they have then a just: ground to act their faith upon him in any case. ord, vvb d vvi n2, cst (c-acp np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j n1) p-acp d n2, pns32 vhb av dt j: n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 156
1118 Why is it (O beleever) that thou doubtest, whether Christ will do this for thee, Why is it (Oh believer) that thou doubtest, whither christ will do this for thee, q-crq vbz pn31 (uh n1) cst pns21 vv2, cs np1 vmb vdi d p-acp pno21, (8) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 156
1119 or give that to thee, when as thou considerest he loveth thee with such a transcendent love? upon all occasions, act your faith (O ye children of faith) in your beloved: or give that to thee, when as thou Considerest he loves thee with such a transcendent love? upon all occasions, act your faith (Oh you children of faith) in your Beloved: cc vvb cst p-acp pno21, c-crq c-acp pns21 vv2 pns31 vvz pno21 p-acp d dt j n1? p-acp d n2, vvi po22 n1 (uh pn22 n2 pp-f n1) p-acp po22 j-vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 156
1120 what ever it is that you want, and he hath; what ever it be that thou wouldest have, and he can give, Beleeve that Christ will not let thee goe without it; what ever it is that you want, and he hath; what ever it be that thou Wouldst have, and he can give, Believe that christ will not let thee go without it; r-crq av pn31 vbz cst pn22 vvi, cc pns31 vhz; r-crq av pn31 vbi cst pns21 vmd2 vhi, cc pns31 vmb vvi, vvb cst np1 vmb xx vvi pno21 vvi p-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 156
1121 for why, he loveth thee with a transcendent love. for why, he loves thee with a transcendent love. c-acp q-crq, pns31 vvz pno21 p-acp dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 156
1122 In three cases more particularly this truth will inform you of the sure ground that beleevers have to act their faith on Jesus Christ. In three cases more particularly this truth will inform you of the sure ground that believers have to act their faith on jesus christ. p-acp crd n2 av-dc av-j d n1 vmb vvi pn22 pp-f dt j n1 cst n2 vhb pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp np1 np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 195 Page 157
1123 First, in case of hearing of their prayers. Surely he that so transcendently loveth their persons, will without doubt hear their prayers, Thou sayest (O beleeving soul) thou hast great necessities (and they force thee to make many prayers.) Thou sayest, that Christ can help thee at all hands (and therefore thou art calling upon him at all times ) But thou sayest, will hee hear mee? Why shouldest thou not beleeve that he will, First, in case of hearing of their Prayers. Surely he that so transcendently loves their Persons, will without doubt hear their Prayers, Thou Sayest (Oh believing soul) thou hast great necessities (and they force thee to make many Prayers.) Thou Sayest, that christ can help thee At all hands (and Therefore thou art calling upon him At all times) But thou Sayest, will he hear me? Why Shouldst thou not believe that he will, ord, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg pp-f po32 n2. av-j pns31 cst av av-j vvz po32 n2, vmb p-acp n1 vvi po32 n2, pns21 vv2 (uh j-vvg n1) pns21 vh2 j n2 (cc pns32 vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi d n2.) pns21 vv2, cst np1 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp d n2 (cc av pns21 vb2r vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2) cc-acp pns21 vv2, vmb pns31 vvi pno11? q-crq vmd2 pns21 xx vvi cst pns31 vmb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 157
1124 when thou considerest the transcendent love he beareth to thee? The love that is in his bosome, towards thee, will open his ears, to hear the breathings that come from thee. when thou Considerest the transcendent love he bears to thee? The love that is in his bosom, towards thee, will open his ears, to hear the breathings that come from thee. c-crq pns21 vv2 dt j n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno21? dt n1 cst vbz p-acp po31 n1, p-acp pno21, vmb vvi po31 n2, pc-acp vvi dt n2-vvg cst vvb p-acp pno21. (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 157
1125 Indeed, sometimes hee may seem to be deaf, and not hear thy prayers; and sometimes also he may seem harsh, and not accept of thy person: Indeed, sometime he may seem to be deaf, and not hear thy Prayers; and sometime also he may seem harsh, and not accept of thy person: np1, av pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j, cc xx vvi po21 n2; cc av av pns31 vmb vvi j, cc xx vvi pp-f po21 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 157
1126 But it is to try thy faith: But it is to try thy faith: cc-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi po21 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 157
1127 For notwithstanding, hee will hear thee, and accept of thee, in what thou desirest according to his will, for thy good, that he may declare his transcendent love. For notwithstanding, he will hear thee, and accept of thee, in what thou Desirest according to his will, for thy good, that he may declare his transcendent love. c-acp a-acp, pns31 vmb vvi pno21, cc vvi pp-f pno21, p-acp r-crq pns21 vv2 vvg p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po21 j, cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 158
1128 You know Christ called the woman of Canaan Dog, and seemed to speak harsh to her; You know christ called the woman of Canaan Dog, and seemed to speak harsh to her; pn22 vvb np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi j p-acp pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 158
1129 and yet even all the while that hee looked (as it were) sourly upon her, and yet even all the while that he looked (as it were) sourly upon her, cc av av d dt n1 cst pns31 vvd (c-acp pn31 vbdr) av-j p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 158
1130 and spake (as it were) sadly against her; and spoke (as it were) sadly against her; cc vvd (c-acp pn31 vbdr) av-j p-acp pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 158
1131 yet even then did his bowels roule for her, and even then was there love in his bosome to her: yet even then did his bowels roll for her, and even then was there love in his bosom to her: av av av vdd po31 n2 n1 p-acp pno31, cc av av vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 158
1132 And therefore though (for a while) he seemed to deny, that hee might try the sincerity of her faith; And Therefore though (for a while) he seemed to deny, that he might try the sincerity of her faith; cc av cs (c-acp dt n1) pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 158
1133 yet afterwards he granted her requests, that he might declare the reality of his own love. yet afterwards he granted her requests, that he might declare the reality of his own love. av av pns31 vvd po31 n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 158
1134 In this case therefore you have a sure ground of faith, O beleevers, Christ will not reject your prayers, In this case Therefore you have a sure ground of faith, Oh believers, christ will not reject your Prayers, p-acp d n1 av pn22 vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1, uh n2, np1 vmb xx vvi po22 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 158
1135 because he loveth your persons, and, the more transcendent his love is towards the one, the more sure may you be that he will hear the other. Because he loves your Persons, and, the more transcendent his love is towards the one, the more sure may you be that he will hear the other. c-acp pns31 vvz po22 n2, cc, dt av-dc j po31 n1 vbz p-acp dt crd, dt av-dc j vmb pn22 vbb cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 158
1136 Secondly, In case of obtaining counsell from Christ, and knowing the mind of Christ. Secondly, In case of obtaining counsel from christ, and knowing the mind of christ. ord, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp np1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 159
1137 This Point will inform us in a sure ground of faith, and love. (O beleever) love will open Christs bosome, This Point will inform us in a sure ground of faith, and love. (Oh believer) love will open Christ bosom, d n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb. (uh n1) n1 vmb vvi npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 159
1138 and let thee see the counsels that are there: and let thee see the Counsels that Are there: cc vvb pno21 vvi dt n2 cst vbr a-acp: (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 159
1139 Surely hee will counsel thee in case of doubts, because he loveth thee, as he doth: Surely he will counsel thee in case of doubts, Because he loves thee, as he does: av-j pns31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pns31 vvz pno21, c-acp pns31 vdz: (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 159
1140 Thou sayest here is a Scruple, and there is a question, and I would fain know the mind of Christ concerning this or that: Thou Sayest Here is a Scruple, and there is a question, and I would fain know the mind of christ Concerning this or that: pns21 vv2 av vbz dt n1, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1, cc pns11 vmd av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg d cc d: (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 159
1141 But how can I hope that ever he will open his mind to me, either in the one, But how can I hope that ever he will open his mind to me, either in the one, cc-acp q-crq vmb pns11 vvi cst av pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno11, av-d p-acp dt pi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 159
1142 or about the other? Why sayest thou so (O beleever?) is not his transcendent love, a good ground for the acting of thy faith, in this case? Verily because his heart is to thee, therefore it will be with thee (That I may allude to that phrase. or about the other? Why Sayest thou so (Oh believer?) is not his transcendent love, a good ground for the acting of thy faith, in this case? Verily Because his heart is to thee, Therefore it will be with thee (That I may allude to that phrase. cc p-acp dt j-jn? q-crq vv2 pns21 av (uh n1?) vbz xx po31 j n1, dt j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po21 n1, p-acp d n1? av-j c-acp po31 n1 vbz p-acp pno21, av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pno21 (cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 159
1143 of Judges 16. v. 15.) How ever Dallilah said to Sampson, How canst thou say, I love thee, of Judges 16. v. 15.) How ever Delilah said to Sampson, How Canst thou say, I love thee, pp-f n2 crd n1 crd) uh-crq av np1 vvd p-acp np1, q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi, pns11 vvb pno21, (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 159
1144 when thine hart is not with me: when thine heart is not with me: c-crq po21 n1 vbz xx p-acp pno11: (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 159
1145 thou hast no reason to say, as she said (in such a way as she did:) Thou mayest beleeve that his heart will be with thee, because thou hearest that he loveth thee. thou hast no reason to say, as she said (in such a Way as she did:) Thou Mayest believe that his heart will be with thee, Because thou Hearst that he loves thee. pns21 vh2 dx n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns31 vvd (p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vdd:) pns21 vm2 vvi cst po31 n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno21, c-acp pns21 vv2 cst pns31 vvz pno21. (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 160
1146 I would fain perswade my own heart, and yours also, in these times of doubting, I would fain persuade my own heart, and yours also, in these times of doubting, pns11 vmd av-j vvi po11 d n1, cc png22 av, p-acp d n2 pp-f vvg, (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 160
1147 and of darknesse (in which wee need counsell, and would bee glad to know the Mind of Christ more) I would I say, perswade mine own heart, and of darkness (in which we need counsel, and would be glad to know the Mind of christ more) I would I say, persuade mine own heart, cc pp-f n1 (p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb n1, cc vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 n1) pns11 vmd pns11 vvi, vvb po11 d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 160
1148 and yours also, to this Point, to act faith upon Christ in this case, whatever the truth of such a Scripture be (as you would know) or of such a question (as you would fain be resolved in.) Sith Christ loveth you with a transcendent love; and yours also, to this Point, to act faith upon christ in this case, whatever the truth of such a Scripture be (as you would know) or of such a question (as you would fain be resolved in.) Sith christ loves you with a transcendent love; cc png22 av, p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vbb (c-acp pn22 vmd vvi) cc pp-f d dt vvb (c-acp pn22 vmd av-j vbi vvn p-acp.) a-acp np1 vvz pn22 p-acp dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 160
1149 act faith in this case, That in due time, hee will reveal even the one, and the other to thee. act faith in this case, That in due time, he will reveal even the one, and the other to thee. n1 n1 p-acp d n1, cst p-acp j-jn n1, pns31 vmb vvi av dt pi, cc dt n-jn p-acp pno21. (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 160
1150 Thirdly, Christs transcendent love giveth a sure ground of faith in the case of raising up of the saints out of suffering. Thirdly, Christ transcendent love gives a sure ground of faith in the case of raising up of the Saints out of suffering. ord, npg1 j n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg a-acp pp-f dt n2 av pp-f vvg. (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 160
1151 Verily (O you children of faith and love) beleeve it, Jesus Christ who loveth you in such a transcendent manner (as you have heard) will not let you alwaies be under those great sufferings which you doe: Verily (O you children of faith and love) believe it, jesus christ who loves you in such a transcendent manner (as you have herd) will not let you always be under those great sufferings which you do: av-j (sy pn22 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1) vvb pn31, np1 np1 r-crq vvz pn22 p-acp d dt j n1 (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) vmb xx vvi pn22 av vbi p-acp d j n2 r-crq pn22 vdb: (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 161
1152 His great love (for the present) maketh him sympathize with you (in all your afflictions, he is afflicted.) Men that persecute you, they persecute him that loveth you: His great love (for the present) makes him sympathise with you (in all your afflictions, he is afflicted.) Men that persecute you, they persecute him that loves you: po31 j n1 (c-acp dt j) vvz pno31 vvi p-acp pn22 (p-acp d po22 n2, pns31 vbz vvn.) n2 cst vvi pn22, pns32 vvi pno31 cst vvz pn22: (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 161
1153 He looketh upon your sufferings as his own. (And because heeloveth you so transcendently, hee will ere long tell those that persecute you, the same terribly) beleeve it, Christ that hath appeared to you in this, saying, I have loved you with an everlasting love, He looks upon your sufferings as his own. (And Because heeloveth you so transcendently, he will ere long tell those that persecute you, the same terribly) believe it, christ that hath appeared to you in this, saying, I have loved you with an everlasting love, pns31 vvz p-acp po22 n2 p-acp po31 d. (cc c-acp vvz pn22 av av-j, pns31 vmb a-acp av-j vvi d cst vvi pn22, dt d av-j) vvb pn31, np1 cst vhz vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp d, vvg, pns11 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 161
1154 and therefore with loving kindness have I drawn you out of the state of sin, will also say unto you, I do love you with a transcendent love, and Therefore with loving kindness have I drawn you out of the state of since, will also say unto you, I do love you with a transcendent love, cc av p-acp j-vvg n1 vhb pns11 vvn pn22 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb av vvi p-acp pn22, pns11 vdb vvi pn22 p-acp dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 161
1155 & therefore with the same loving kindness will I draw you out of the state of sufferings. & Therefore with the same loving kindness will I draw you out of the state of sufferings. cc av p-acp dt d j-vvg n1 vmb pns11 vvi pn22 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 161
1156 (I say) Act faith (O beleevers!) upon this ground of Christs transcendent love, even a sweet, (I say) Act faith (Oh believers!) upon this ground of Christ transcendent love, even a sweet, (pns11 vvb) n1 n1 (uh n2!) p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, av dt j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 161
1157 and a singular faith, in the case of delivering you out of sufferings. and a singular faith, in the case of delivering you out of sufferings. cc dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pn22 av pp-f n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 161
1158 As he will not alwayes strive himself with you, so neither alwayes wil he suffer wicked men to trample on you, because hee knoweth (and his love maketh him afraid ) lest your spirits should fail, as under the one, so under the other. As he will not always strive himself with you, so neither always will he suffer wicked men to trample on you, Because he Knoweth (and his love makes him afraid) lest your spirits should fail, as under the one, so under the other. p-acp pns31 vmb xx av vvi px31 p-acp pn22, av av-d av vmb pns31 vvi j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, c-acp pns31 vvz (cc po31 n1 vvz pno31 j) zz po22 n2 vmd vvi, a-acp p-acp dt crd, av p-acp dt n-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 162
1159 Use. Secondly, It may be a word of Reproof. This point, that Christ loveth his with a transcendent love, may justly reprove the world, yea, and the Saints themselves also. Use. Secondly, It may be a word of Reproof. This point, that christ loves his with a transcendent love, may justly reprove the world, yea, and the Saints themselves also. n1. ord, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1. d n1, cst np1 vvz po31 p-acp dt j n1, vmb av-j vvi dt n1, uh, cc dt n2 px32 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 199 Page 162
1160 First, It may reprove the world, who are ready, not only to think, but to say (as hee in the Parable) that Christ is an austere man, Luke 19.21. No my brethren, Christ, you see, is not austere, but sweet: First, It may reprove the world, who Are ready, not only to think, but to say (as he in the Parable) that christ is an austere man, Lycia 19.21. No my brothers, christ, you see, is not austere, but sweet: ord, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1, r-crq vbr j, xx av-j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi (c-acp pns31 p-acp dt n1) cst np1 vbz dt j n1, av crd. av-dx po11 n2, np1, pn22 vvb, vbz xx j, cc-acp j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 162
1161 As his name is, so is his nature, love; and that in a transcendent manner. Be reproved, wretches, in entertaining unkind, or reviling thoughts of Christ: As his name is, so is his nature, love; and that in a transcendent manner. Be reproved, wretches, in entertaining unkind, or reviling thoughts of christ: c-acp po31 n1 vbz, av vbz po31 n1, n1; cc cst p-acp dt j n1. vbb vvn, n2, p-acp vvg j, cc vvg n2 pp-f np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 162
1162 You wrong him in his love, and your selves in the truth, while you think, or say, that hee is not a loving Lord; You wrong him in his love, and your selves in the truth, while you think, or say, that he is not a loving Lord; pn22 vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc po22 n2 p-acp dt n1, cs pn22 vvb, cc vvi, cst pns31 vbz xx dt j-vvg n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 162
1163 you shall ere long not onely see that hee loveth, but that hee loveth all his, with a love passing knowledge. you shall ere long not only see that he loves, but that he loves all his, with a love passing knowledge. pn22 vmb a-acp av-j xx av-j vvi cst pns31 vvz, cc-acp cst pns31 vvz d po31, p-acp dt n1 vvg n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 162
1164 But secondly, It reproveth the Saints also, who are ready very often to question, if not the reality, But secondly, It Reproveth the Saints also, who Are ready very often to question, if not the reality, p-acp ord, pn31 vvz dt n2 av, r-crq vbr j av av pc-acp vvi, cs xx dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 163
1165 yet the transcendency of Christs love. yet the transcendency of Christ love. av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 163
1166 Be reproved, for saying Christ loveth you not at all, or if hee doth, but very little; Be reproved, for saying christ loves you not At all, or if he does, but very little; vbb vvn, p-acp vvg np1 vvz pn22 xx p-acp d, cc cs pns31 vdz, cc-acp av j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 163
1167 for you hear, that he loveth even all his with a transcendent love. for you hear, that he loves even all his with a transcendent love. c-acp pn22 vvb, cst pns31 vvz av d po31 p-acp dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 163
1168 I professe it is sadde to see, upon what petty poor occasions, even beleevers themselves are ready to question (at least the greatnesse) of Christs love. I profess it is sad to see, upon what Petty poor occasions, even believers themselves Are ready to question (At least the greatness) of Christ love. pns11 vvb pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, p-acp r-crq j j n2, av n2 px32 vbr j pc-acp vvi (p-acp ds dt n1) pp-f npg1 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 163
1169 If hee denieth them, (though but a vanity) yet because their hearts are set upon it so much, they think that his heart is not set upon them at all, such is their weaknesse, they are ready to think that Christ loveth them but a little, If he Denieth them, (though but a vanity) yet Because their hearts Are Set upon it so much, they think that his heart is not Set upon them At all, such is their weakness, they Are ready to think that christ loves them but a little, cs pns31 vvz pno32, (cs p-acp dt n1) av c-acp po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn31 av av-d, pns32 vvb cst po31 n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d, d vbz po32 n1, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi cst np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 163
1170 because hee doth not give them, (happily a knife, which hee seeth they would use to cut their own throat with.) Your bosomes, O beleevers, will hint you the particulars in this case, Because he does not give them, (happily a knife, which he sees they would use to Cut their own throat with.) Your bosoms, Oh believers, will hint you the particulars in this case, c-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32, (av-j dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvz pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi po32 d n1 p-acp.) po22 n2, uh n2, vmb n1 pn22 dt n2-j p-acp d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 163
1171 and therefore I passe them by: and Therefore I pass them by: cc av pns11 vvb pno32 p-acp: (8) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 163
1172 Onely let the word of reproof fall upon you, who for any occasion, whether great or small, dare to question the transcendency of Christs love; Only let the word of reproof fallen upon you, who for any occasion, whither great or small, Dare to question the transcendency of Christ love; av-j vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi p-acp pn22, r-crq p-acp d n1, cs j cc j, vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 164
1173 when as you see it to be a clear truth (written as with a Sun-beam upon your souls and bosomes) that the love he loveth you with, is passing knowledge. when as you see it to be a clear truth (written as with a Sunbeam upon your Souls and bosoms) that the love he loves you with, is passing knowledge. c-crq c-acp pn22 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 (vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2) cst dt n1 pns31 vvz pn22 p-acp, vbz vvg n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 164
1174 Use, Thirdly, This point is a word of Exhortation, to exhort beleevers (upon the consideration of this transcendent love, which Christ beareth to them) to doe at least these four things. Use, Thirdly, This point is a word of Exhortation, to exhort believers (upon the consideration of this transcendent love, which christ bears to them) to doe At least these four things. vvb, ord, d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi n2 (p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno32) p-acp n1 p-acp ds d crd n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 164
1175 First, Tremble to think that ever you should sin against him, who loveth you so much. First, Tremble to think that ever you should sin against him, who loves you so much. ord, vvb pc-acp vvi cst av pn22 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, r-crq vvz pn22 av av-d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 164
1176 View thy sins (O beleever) in the light of thy Saviours love; View thy Sins (Oh believer) in the Light of thy Saviors love; vvb po21 n2 (uh n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 ng1 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 164
1177 and when thou seest the transcendency of that love which is in his bosome towards thee, and when thou See the transcendency of that love which is in his bosom towards thee, cc c-crq pns21 vv2 dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno21, (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 164
1178 then sit down, and bleed to behold thy great sinnings against him. then fit down, and bleed to behold thy great sinnings against him. av vvb a-acp, cc vvb pc-acp vvi po21 j n2 p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 164
1179 Then indeed hath transcendent love a sweet working upon thy spirit, when as the thoughts of it can make thee mourn for thy sinnes. Then indeed hath transcendent love a sweet working upon thy Spirit, when as the thoughts of it can make thee mourn for thy Sins. av av vhz j n1 dt j n-vvg p-acp po21 n1, c-crq c-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31 vmb vvi pno21 vvi p-acp po21 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 164
1180 How sweetly did love work upon that woman (who was a sinner ) when she tasted the transcendent love of her Saviour? The sight of the great love which was in his bosome towards her, makes her sit at his feet, How sweetly did love work upon that woman (who was a sinner) when she tasted the transcendent love of her Saviour? The sighed of the great love which was in his bosom towards her, makes her fit At his feet, c-crq av-j vdd vvi n1 p-acp d n1 (r-crq vbds dt n1) c-crq pns31 vvd dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1? dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq vbds p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31, vvz pno31 vvi p-acp po31 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 165
1181 and weep bitterly at the thoughts of her sins. and weep bitterly At the thoughts of her Sins. cc vvi av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 165
1182 For the present, I will not dispute the point whether mourning for sin before closing with Christ can bee sincere, Sure I am of this, that after closing with Christ, and tasting of his love, For the present, I will not dispute the point whither mourning for since before closing with christ can be sincere, Sure I am of this, that After closing with christ, and tasting of his love, p-acp dt j, pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1 cs vvg p-acp n1 p-acp vvg p-acp np1 vmb vbi j, j pns11 vbm pp-f d, cst p-acp vvg p-acp np1, cc vvg pp-f po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 165
1183 then mourning for sin is most sweet: then mourning for since is most sweet: av vvg p-acp n1 vbz av-ds j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 165
1184 And though nothing in the world melt the heart for sinne, yet the thoughts of the love of Christ will. And though nothing in the world melt the heart for sin, yet the thoughts of the love of christ will. cc cs pix p-acp dt n1 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb. (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 165
1185 Well, beleevers, let in then have such a work in your bosomes. Well, believers, let in then have such a work in your bosoms. uh-av, n2, vvb p-acp av vhi d dt n1 p-acp po22 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 165
1186 O let his transcendent love (which you may read written with the blood of his heart ) dissolve thine adamantine heart: And let it make thee mourn for thy sinnes greatly. O let his transcendent love (which you may read written with the blood of his heart) dissolve thine adamantine heart: And let it make thee mourn for thy Sins greatly. sy vvb po31 j n1 (r-crq pn22 vmb vvi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1) vvb po21 j n1: cc vvb pn31 vvi pno21 vvi p-acp po21 n2 av-j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 165
1187 They shall see him whom they have peirced, and mourn (saith the Scripture) Zach. 12.10. They shall see him whom they have pierced, and mourn (Says the Scripture) Zach 12.10. pns32 vmb vvi pno31 ro-crq pns32 vhb vvn, cc vvi (vvz dt n1) np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 165
1188 Why (beleevers) doe you see him whom you have peirced with your sinnes? Do not you mourn, especially when you see him in the light of love? I say no more but this, either you have not tasted this transcendent love of Christ, Why (believers) do you see him whom you have pierced with your Sins? Do not you mourn, especially when you see him in the Light of love? I say no more but this, either you have not tasted this transcendent love of christ, q-crq (n2) vdb pn22 vvi pno31 ro-crq pn22 vhb vvn p-acp po22 n2? vdb xx pn22 vvi, av-j c-crq pn22 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? pns11 vvb av-dx dc p-acp d, av-d pn22 vhb xx vvn d j n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 166
1189 or else your spirits are very much hardened, if the sense and thoughts thereof do not cause you to mourn for sinne. or Else your spirits Are very much hardened, if the sense and thoughts thereof do not cause you to mourn for sin. cc av po22 n2 vbr av av-d vvn, cs dt n1 cc n2 av vdb xx vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 166
1190 Therefore let this word of Exhortation sinke deeply into your hearts (O beleevers!) weep, Therefore let this word of Exhortation sink deeply into your hearts (Oh believers!) weep, av vvb d n1 pp-f n1 vvi av-jn p-acp po22 n2 (uh n2!) vvb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 166
1191 and weep teares of blood, to think that ever you should sinne against Jesus Christ, who hath writen in his own blood this truth, that he loveth you with a love passing knowledge. and weep tears of blood, to think that ever you should sin against jesus christ, who hath written in his own blood this truth, that he loves you with a love passing knowledge. cc vvi n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cst av pn22 vmd vvi p-acp np1 np1, r-crq vhz vvn p-acp po31 d n1 d n1, cst pns31 vvz pn22 p-acp dt n1 vvg n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 166
1192 Secondly, Be exhorted to be ambitious to answer this transcendent love of your Saviour, with the like. Secondly, Be exhorted to be ambitious to answer this transcendent love of your Saviour, with the like. ord, vbb vvn pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f po22 n1, p-acp dt j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 166
1193 Let this love of thy Lord, be the loadstone of thy love; Let it constrain thee to love him transcendently, who loveth thee so. Let this love of thy Lord, be the Loadstone of thy love; Let it constrain thee to love him transcendently, who loves thee so. vvb d n1 pp-f po21 n1, vbb dt n1 pp-f po21 n1; vvb pn31 vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j, r-crq vvz pno21 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 166
1194 I know it is impossible that thou shouldest parallel it, (which is the glory of Christs love) yet strive at least to imitate it, (which will be the glory of thine.) Do not content thy self to love him little, that loved thee much; Sith Christ hath loved thee richly, bee ashamed to love him but poorly. Ambition in this respect will be a grace, if so be that the sire of Christs love to thee, set thee in flames of great love to him: I know it is impossible that thou Shouldst parallel it, (which is the glory of Christ love) yet strive At least to imitate it, (which will be the glory of thine.) Do not content thy self to love him little, that loved thee much; Sith christ hath loved thee richly, be ashamed to love him but poorly. Ambition in this respect will be a grace, if so be that the sire of Christ love to thee, Set thee in flames of great love to him: pns11 vvb pn31 vbz j cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pn31, (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1) av vvb p-acp ds pc-acp vvi pn31, (r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f png21.) vdb xx vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 j, cst vvd pno21 av-d; a-acp np1 vhz vvn pno21 av-j, vbb j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp av-j. n1 p-acp d n1 vmb vbi dt vvb, cs av vbb d dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno21, vvb pno21 p-acp n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 167
1195 O! be ambitious to declare as much as in thee lyeth, the exceeding greatnesse of thy love to thy Lord. OH! be ambitious to declare as much as in thee lies, the exceeding greatness of thy love to thy Lord. uh vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp d c-acp p-acp pno21 vvz, dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 167
1196 Mirandula notes it as a badg of love that it maketh the person willing, yea & desirous to suffer for the party beloved. Mirandula notes it as a badge of love that it makes the person willing, yea & desirous to suffer for the party Beloved. fw-la n2 pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst pn31 vvz dt n1 j, uh cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 167
1197 Beleevers, Christs love to you, had such a work as that, and if your love to him hath not yet risen so high as to desire to suffer for him, Believers, Christ love to you, had such a work as that, and if your love to him hath not yet risen so high as to desire to suffer for him, n2, npg1 n1 p-acp pn22, vhd d dt n1 c-acp d, cc cs po22 n1 p-acp pno31 vhz xx av vvn av j c-acp p-acp vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 167
1198 yet let it at least rise thus high, as to be willing to suffer any thing for him, if hee call thee to it; yet let it At least rise thus high, as to be willing to suffer any thing for him, if he call thee to it; av vvb pn31 p-acp ds vvb av j, c-acp pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno31, cs pns31 vvb pno21 p-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 167
1199 It will be a sweet, and a sure character of love. As Christ wrote a letter of love to thee in his own blood: It will be a sweet, and a sure character of love. As christ wrote a Letter of love to thee in his own blood: pn31 vmb vbi dt j, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1. p-acp np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp po31 d n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 167
1200 So do thou (upon occasion) write a letter of love back to him, in the same rubrick. The love of Christ (saith Paul ) constraineth us, because (saith he) we thus judge, &c. 2 Cor. c. 5. v. 14. the consideration of Christs love had a constraining power upon Pauls spirit, So do thou (upon occasion) write a Letter of love back to him, in the same rubric. The love of christ (Says Paul) constrains us, Because (Says he) we thus judge, etc. 2 Cor. c. 5. v. 14. the consideration of Christ love had a constraining power upon Paul's Spirit, av vdb pns21 (p-acp n1) vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp pno31, p-acp dt d n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 (vvz np1) vvz pno12, c-acp (vvz pns31) pns12 av vvi, av crd np1 sy. crd n1 crd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vhd dt vvg n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 168
1201 & he could not chuse but judge this, that if Jesus Christ• dyed for him, hee should be willing to dye for Christ. & he could not choose but judge this, that if jesus Christ• died for him, he should be willing to die for christ. cc pns31 vmd xx vvi cc-acp vvi d, cst cs np1 np1 vvd p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 168
1202 Then is a Christian sweetly exercised, when as the Golden ball of divine love, is tossed too and again, between Christs bosome, and his. Then is a Christian sweetly exercised, when as the Golden ball of divine love, is tossed too and again, between Christ bosom, and his. av vbz dt njp av-j vvn, c-crq c-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vbz vvn av cc av, p-acp npg1 n1, cc png31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 168
1203 Let this therefore sink into your spirits, labour to answer (O beleevers) this transcendent love of Christ towards you, which passeth knowledge. Let this Therefore sink into your spirits, labour to answer (Oh believers) this transcendent love of christ towards you, which passes knowledge. vvb d av vvi p-acp po22 n2, vvb pc-acp vvi (uh n2) d j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22, r-crq vvz n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 168
1204 Thirdly, upon all occasions, have recourse to this transcendent love. Thirdly, upon all occasions, have recourse to this transcendent love. ord, p-acp d n2, vhb n1 p-acp d j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 168
1205 Populus me sibilat, &c. (as the miser saith) people deride mee abroad, but I comfort my selfe, Populus me Sibilant, etc. (as the miser Says) people deride me abroad, but I Comfort my self, fw-la pno11 av-j, av (c-acp dt n1 vvz) n1 vvi pno11 av, cc-acp pns11 vvb po11 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 168
1206 when I come home, (he meant by looking into his boxes, and there seeing his gold.) Beleevers, when I come home, (he meant by looking into his boxes, and there seeing his gold.) Believers, c-crq pns11 vvb av-an, (pns31 vvd p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n2, cc a-acp vvg po31 n1.) n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 168
1207 though the world deride you abroad, yet you may have recourse to this love of Christ, and comfort your selves when you come home: though the world deride you abroad, yet you may have recourse to this love of christ, and Comfort your selves when you come home: cs dt n1 vvi pn22 av, av pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb po22 n2 c-crq pn22 vvb av-an: (8) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 169
1208 To look as it were into the glorious box (Christs bosome) and there see that, which (I am sure to thee) is better than gold, id est, his grace. Weak people are thus farre wise, To look as it were into the glorious box (Christ bosom) and there see that, which (I am sure to thee) is better than gold, id est, his grace. Weak people Are thus Far wise, pc-acp vvi c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt j n1 (npg1 n1) cc pc-acp vvi d, r-crq (pns11 vbm j p-acp pno21) vbz jc cs n1, fw-la fw-la, po31 vvi. j n1 vbr av av-j j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 169
1209 as they have their little bottles of spirits, and cordials to carry about with them, to refresh them when they are faint; as they have their little bottles of spirits, and cordials to carry about with them, to refresh them when they Are faint; c-acp pns32 vhb po32 j n2 pp-f n2, cc n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 c-crq pns32 vbr j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 169
1210 Beleevers, you (especially you that are weak) imitate their wisdome: Believers, you (especially you that Are weak) imitate their Wisdom: n2, pn22 (av-j pn22 cst vbr j) vvi po32 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 169
1211 Let this bottle of Christs transcendent love, alwayes be in thy bosome, and have recourse to this; Let this Bottle of Christ transcendent love, always be in thy bosom, and have recourse to this; vvb d n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, av vbi p-acp po21 n1, cc vhb n1 p-acp d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 169
1212 Refresh thy spirits upon all occasions (especially when thou beginnest to faint) and without doubt, there is a refreshing power in this transcendent love of Christ, to keep up your hearts from fainting under troubles (as we shall see in the next point, Refresh thy spirits upon all occasions (especially when thou beginnest to faint) and without doubt, there is a refreshing power in this transcendent love of christ, to keep up your hearts from fainting under Troubles (as we shall see in the next point, vvi po21 n2 p-acp d n2 (av-j c-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi) cc p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp n2 (c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 169
1213 when we come to it.) Jesus Christ in his trouble had recourse to his fathers love, when we come to it.) jesus christ in his trouble had recourse to his Father's love, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pn31.) np1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 vhd n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 169
1214 why then in any trouble, have not you recourse to Christs love? why then in any trouble, have not you recourse to Christ love? q-crq av p-acp d n1, vhb xx pn22 n1 p-acp npg1 n1? (8) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 170
1215 Fourthly, (In as much as Christ loveth all his with a transcendent love) let it be your care (O beleevers) to imitate your Saviour: Fourthly, (In as much as christ loves all his with a transcendent love) let it be your care (Oh believers) to imitate your Saviour: ord, (p-acp c-acp d c-acp np1 vvz d po31 p-acp dt j n1) vvb pn31 vbb po22 n1 (uh n2) pc-acp vvi po22 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 170
1216 Love all his as he doth, with such a transcendent love. Beloved, if Christ have loved us, we ought then to love one another. Love all his as he does, with such a transcendent love. beloved, if christ have loved us, we ought then to love one Another. vvb d po31 p-acp pns31 vdz, p-acp d dt j n1. vvn, cs np1 vhb vvn pno12, pns12 vmd av pc-acp vvi pi j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 170
1217 At least (O beleevers) be perswaded to have salt in your selves, and to love one another, and that very dearly, At least (Oh believers) be persuaded to have salt in your selves, and to love one Another, and that very dearly, p-acp ds (uh n2) vbb vvn pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc pc-acp vvi pi j-jn, cc cst av av-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 170
1218 sith Jesus Christ doth the like: sith jesus christ does the like: c-acp np1 np1 vdz dt j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 170
1219 Be ye followers of Christ (in this) as dea• children, and be you walkers in love one to another, Be you followers of christ (in this) as dea• children, and be you walker's in love one to Another, vbb pn22 n2 pp-f np1 (p-acp d) p-acp n1 n2, cc vbb pn22 ng1 p-acp n1 crd p-acp n-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 170
1220 as Christ hath loved you all; as christ hath loved you all; c-acp np1 vhz vvn pn22 d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 170
1221 who ever they bee that are beleevers, Christ loveth them very dear, because they are his: who ever they be that Are believers, christ loves them very dear, Because they Are his: r-crq av pns32 vbb cst vbr n2, np1 vvz pno32 av j-jn, c-acp pns32 vbr po31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 170
1222 He doth so, why should not you? O that where ever you see the light of Christs love shining upon any bosome, that there you would cause your love to shine also upon the same: He does so, why should not you? O that where ever you see the Light of Christ love shining upon any bosom, that there you would cause your love to shine also upon the same: pns31 vdz av, q-crq vmd xx pn22? sy cst c-crq av pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvg p-acp d n1, cst a-acp pn22 vmd vvi po22 n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt d: (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 170
1223 Especially take heed, that you do not frown upon those, on whom Christ doth smile. Especially take heed, that you do not frown upon those, on whom christ does smile. av-j vvb n1, cst pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp d, p-acp ro-crq np1 vdz vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 170
1224 You have heard (and therefore mind it) that Christ loveth all his with a transcendent love, You have herd (and Therefore mind it) that christ loves all his with a transcendent love, pn22 vhb vvn (cc av vvb pn31) cst np1 vvz d po31 p-acp dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 171
1225 therefore take in this exhortation also; Therefore take in this exhortation also; av vvb p-acp d n1 av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 171
1226 who ever they be, that belong to Jesus Christ (though in many things they differ from thee) yet let them have thy love, who ever they be, that belong to jesus christ (though in many things they differ from thee) yet let them have thy love, r-crq av pns32 vbb, cst vvb p-acp np1 np1 (cs p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb p-acp pno21) av vvb pno32 vhi po21 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 171
1227 for this one thing, viz. Christ in them: At least learn to love them really, because you hear Christ loveth them transcendently, Christ loveth different Saints with the same love: for this one thing, viz. christ in them: At least Learn to love them really, Because you hear christ loves them transcendently, christ loves different Saints with the same love: p-acp d crd n1, n1 np1 p-acp pno32: p-acp ds vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j, c-acp pn22 vvb np1 vvz pno32 av-j, np1 vvz j n2 p-acp dt d n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 171
1228 sure I am, that beleevers, of all, or any opinions, are the object of Christs affection, sure I am, that believers, of all, or any opinions, Are the Object of Christ affection, av-j pns11 vbm, cst n2, pp-f d, cc d n2, vbr dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 171
1229 and though they are unhappily, it may be, erring about some truths, yet they are all of them happy in the injoyment of this truth, that Jesus Christ loveth them all with a love passing knowledge. Sad it is to see those look strangely one upon another, who are yet all beloved of Jesus Christ: and though they Are unhappily, it may be, erring about Some truths, yet they Are all of them happy in the enjoyment of this truth, that jesus christ loves them all with a love passing knowledge. Sad it is to see those look strangely one upon Another, who Are yet all Beloved of jesus christ: cc cs pns32 vbr av-j, pn31 vmb vbi, vvg p-acp d n2, av pns32 vbr d pp-f pno32 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst np1 np1 vvz pno32 d p-acp dt vvb vvg n1. j pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi d vvi av-j pi p-acp n-jn, r-crq vbr av av-d vvn pp-f np1 np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 171
1230 But sadder it is to see any Saint look upon another with a frowning countenance, when as Christ looketh upon him, as well as upon himself, with a smiling face. But sadder it is to see any Saint look upon Another with a frowning countenance, when as christ looks upon him, as well as upon himself, with a smiling face. cc-acp jc pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi d n1 vvb p-acp j-jn p-acp dt j-vvg n1, c-crq p-acp np1 vvz p-acp pno31, c-acp av c-acp p-acp px31, p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 171
1231 Who doth not bleed to see one beleever to write a book of revilings against another, Who does not bleed to see one believer to write a book of revilings against Another, q-crq vdz xx vvi pc-acp vvi crd n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2-vvg p-acp n-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 172
1232 when as you look upon the Gospell (as a glorious book of love) writted by Christ to them all; when as you look upon the Gospel (as a glorious book of love) writted by christ to them all; c-crq c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 (c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1) vvn p-acp np1 p-acp pno32 d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 172
1233 Tell it not in Gath, publish it not in the streets of Askelon: Tell it not in Gaza, publish it not in the streets of Ashkelon: vvb pn31 xx p-acp np1, vvb pn31 xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 172
1234 O! let not the daughters of the unbeloved triumph, to see you who are the highly beloved ones of Iesus Christ, traducing and reviling one another. OH! let not the daughters of the unbeloved triumph, to see you who Are the highly Beloved ones of Iesus christ, traducing and reviling one Another. uh vvb xx dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 r-crq vbr dt av-j n-vvn pi2 pp-f np1 np1, vvg cc vvg pi j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 172
1235 I say no more but this, sith Jesus Christ doth love al the Saints, and every believer, with a transcendent love, do you who are beleevers (and so share in the sweetnesse of this truth) do the like. I say no more but this, sith jesus christ does love all the Saints, and every believer, with a transcendent love, do you who Are believers (and so share in the sweetness of this truth) do the like. pns11 vvb av-dx dc p-acp d, c-acp np1 np1 vdz vvi d dt n2, cc d n1, p-acp dt j n1, vdb pn22 r-crq vbr n2 (cc av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1) vdb dt av-j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 172
1236 Fourthly, I shall adde but a word of perswasion, and let it be to perswade all those, who as yet are strangers to Iesus Christ, to come in unto him. Fourthly, I shall add but a word of persuasion, and let it be to persuade all those, who as yet Are Strangers to Iesus christ, to come in unto him. ord, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb pn31 vbi pc-acp vvi d d, r-crq c-acp av vbr n2 p-acp np1 np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 172
1237 O that you could behold the glorious beames of transcendent love towards all beleevers, doubtless such a sight as that, could not chuse but work upon your hearts, Oh that you could behold the glorious beams of transcendent love towards all believers, doubtless such a sighed as that, could not choose but work upon your hearts, uh cst pn22 vmd vvi dt j n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp d n2, av-j d dt n1 c-acp d, vmd xx vvi cc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 172
1238 and strangely draw your spirits to close with him, who is so lovely in himself, and strangely draw your spirits to close with him, who is so lovely in himself, cc av-j vvb po22 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz av j p-acp px31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 172
1239 and so loving unto his wandring soules, that erre up and down the Wildernesse of the world: and so loving unto his wandering Souls, that err up and down the Wilderness of the world: cc av vvg p-acp po31 j-vvg n2, cst vvi a-acp cc a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 173
1240 Return (yee sinners) unto holds of love, kisse the Son, imbrace Jesus Christ, know, hee is the Lord of love: Return (ye Sinners) unto holds of love, kiss the Son, embrace jesus christ, know, he is the Lord of love: vvb (pn22 n2) p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vvb dt n1, vvb np1 np1, vvb, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 173
1241 One who imbraceth all that come to him freely; and then loveth them all transcendently: One who Embraceth all that come to him freely; and then loves them all transcendently: pi r-crq vvz d cst vvb p-acp pno31 av-j; cc av vvz pno32 d av-j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 173
1242 I fear you are ignorant of this truth, that Christ loveth his with a love passing knowledge. I Fear you Are ignorant of this truth, that christ loves his with a love passing knowledge. pns11 vvb pn22 vbr j pp-f d n1, cst np1 vvz po31 p-acp dt n1 vvg n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 173
1243 And it may be your ignorance of this, keepeth you from closing with him; But know it now, and be perswaded to come to Christ; And it may be your ignorance of this, Keepeth you from closing with him; But know it now, and be persuaded to come to christ; cc pn31 vmb vbi po22 n1 pp-f d, vvz pn22 p-acp vvg p-acp pno31; cc-acp vvb pn31 av, cc vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 173
1244 to close with him, to imbrace his Gospell, to love his truth, to be conversant in his ordinances, to close with him, to embrace his Gospel, to love his truth, to be conversant in his ordinances, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp po31 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 173
1245 as knowing, if you be, you shall have love from him, which passeth knowledge. as knowing, if you be, you shall have love from him, which passes knowledge. c-acp vvg, cs pn22 vbb, pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vvz n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 173
1246 Bee contented now to break off from the wayes of sinne, and vanity, and come into the wayes of righteousnesse; Bee contented to bid the creature adieu, be contented now to break off from the ways of sin, and vanity, and come into the ways of righteousness; be contented to bid the creature adieu, vbb vvn av pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; vbb vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 uh-n, (8) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 173
1247 and now be willing to imbrace Christ. and now be willing to embrace christ. cc av vbi j p-acp vvi np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 173
1248 do not say if you take up Christ in his Gospell and in his wayes, Friends will leave you, do not say if you take up christ in his Gospel and in his ways, Friends will leave you, vdb xx vvi cs pn22 vvb a-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp po31 n2, n2 vmb vvb pn22, (8) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 174
1249 and the World will loath you, and the Devill will stirre up the Sonnes of Belial against you: and the World will loath you, and the devil will stir up the Sons of Belial against you: cc dt n1 vmb j pn22, cc dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22: (8) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 174
1250 It matters not, though the creatures leave you, Christ will imbrace you; Though they loath you, Christ will love you. It matters not, though the creatures leave you, christ will embrace you; Though they loath you, christ will love you. pn31 n2 xx, cs dt n2 vvb pn22, np1 vmb vvi pn22; cs pns32 j pn22, np1 vmb n1 pn22. (8) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 174
1251 And what need you fear the rising up of the Sonnes of Belial, when you shall enjoy the loves of Christs bosome? Heare and give eare, (O ye children of folly) bee wise at least once, and you shall taste love. And what need you Fear the rising up of the Sons of Belial, when you shall enjoy the loves of Christ bosom? Hear and give ear, (Oh you children of folly) be wise At least once, and you shall taste love. cc q-crq vvb pn22 vvb dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, c-crq pn22 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1? vvb cc vvi n1, (uh pn22 n2 pp-f n1) vbi j p-acp ds a-acp, cc pn22 vmb vvi n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 174
1252 Christ calleth you all, whoever you bee, come to him, imbrace him cordially, and you shall find him loving you transcendently. christ calls you all, whoever you be, come to him, embrace him cordially, and you shall find him loving you transcendently. np1 vvz pn22 d, r-crq pn22 vbb, vvb p-acp pno31, vvi pno31 av-j, cc pn22 vmb vvi pno31 n1 pn22 av-j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 174
1253 I have said all (and happy I were, and you too) if I could but prevail with you to bee drawn to Jesus Christ with these cords of love. I have said all (and happy I were, and you too) if I could but prevail with you to be drawn to jesus christ with these cords of love. pns11 vhb vvn d (cc j pns11 vbdr, cc pn22 av) cs pns11 vmd cc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 174
1254 However you are strangers to it now, yet if you would but come in, you should know the love of Christ, However you Are Strangers to it now, yet if you would but come in, you should know the love of christ, c-acp pn22 vbr n2 p-acp pn31 av, av cs pn22 vmd cc-acp vvi p-acp, pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 174
1255 and know the truth of this point. and know the truth of this point. cc vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 174
1256 Your own experience should bee forced to witnesse to this, That Jesus Christ loveth beleevers with a transcendent love, passing knowledge. Your own experience should be forced to witness to this, That jesus christ loves believers with a transcendent love, passing knowledge. po22 d n1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d, cst np1 np1 vvz n2 p-acp dt j n1, vvg n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 175
1257 SERMON V. EPHES. 3. ver. 19. And to know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge. SERMON V. EPHESIANS. 3. ver. 19. And to know the love of christ which passes knowledge. n1 n1 np1. crd fw-la. crd cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 176
1258 THere is nothing of greater force to allure men, than the desire of knowledge; Iob tells us, Vain man desireth to bee wise, THere is nothing of greater force to allure men, than the desire of knowledge; Job tells us, Vain man Desires to be wise, pc-acp vbz pix pp-f jc n1 pc-acp vvi n2, cs dt n1 pp-f n1; np1 vvz pno12, j n1 vvz pc-acp vbi j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 176
1259 though man be born like a wilde Asses colt. though man be born like a wild Asses colt. cs n1 vbb vvn av-j dt j ng1 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 176
1260 Albeit it is our fate, that since the fall we are subject to folly, (and in that sense we are vain) yet there remaines (at least) so much wit in us, Albeit it is our fate, that since the fallen we Are Subject to folly, (and in that sense we Are vain) yet there remains (At least) so much wit in us, cs pn31 vbz po12 n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pns12 vbr j-jn p-acp n1, (cc p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr j) av a-acp vvz (p-acp ds) av d vvi p-acp pno12, (9) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 176
1261 as to approve of knowledge, and to desire to be wise: onely here is our misery, that there is a great deal of vanity in our desiring knowledge; as to approve of knowledge, and to desire to be wise: only Here is our misery, that there is a great deal of vanity in our desiring knowledge; c-acp p-acp vvb pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi j: av-j av vbz po12 n1, cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 j-vvg n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 177
1262 Wee are all of us apt, either to desire the knowledge of that that is above us (and so unattainable) or else beneath us (and in that respect not so much desirable.) It was this golden apple of knowledge, which was so taking, we Are all of us apt, either to desire the knowledge of that that is above us (and so unattainable) or Else beneath us (and in that respect not so much desirable.) It was this golden apple of knowledge, which was so taking, pns12 vbr d pp-f pno12 j, av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d cst vbz p-acp pno12 (cc av j) cc av p-acp pno12 (cc p-acp d n1 xx av av-d j.) pn31 vbds d j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbds av vvg, (9) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 177
1263 and tempting with our Grandmother Eve, that albeit the best that shee got by eating that apple, was but the knowledge of evill, (which wee had all been better without) yet shee was drawn to eat of the Apple: and tempting with our Grandmother Eve, that albeit the best that she god by eating that apple, was but the knowledge of evil, (which we had all been better without) yet she was drawn to eat of the Apple: cc vvg p-acp po12 n1 n1, cst cs dt js cst pns31 vvd p-acp vvg d n1, vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, (r-crq pns12 vhd d vbn j p-acp) av pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 177
1264 Not onely as perswaded of its being pleasant to the taste, but because it was desirable to make one wise: And surely; Not only as persuaded of its being pleasant to the taste, but Because it was desirable to make one wise: And surely; xx av-j a-acp vvd pp-f po31 vbg j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbds j pc-acp vvi crd j: cc av-j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 177
1265 as our Grandmother did eat those sowre grapes, so we all her children have ever since had our teeth set on edge with the same desire. as our Grandmother did eat those sour grapes, so we all her children have ever since had our teeth Set on edge with the same desire. c-acp po12 n1 vdd vvi d j n2, av pns12 d po31 n2 vhb av a-acp vhd po12 n2 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 177
1266 Hence it is, that too too often, out of an eager desire, and affectation of knowledge, we are apt upon the one hand for to five too high, and to pry into those hidden secrets which God hath not revealed) or else on the other hand, wee are apt to stoop too low (and to dive into niceties and vanities, at least into the knowledge of such things in which we are not concerned) but as the Apostle doth say) I shall shew you a more excellent way; by declaring how you may poise your desire of knowledge, Hence it is, that too too often, out of an eager desire, and affectation of knowledge, we Are apt upon the one hand for to five too high, and to pry into those hidden secrets which God hath not revealed) or Else on the other hand, we Are apt to stoop too low (and to dive into niceties and vanities, At least into the knowledge of such things in which we Are not concerned) but as the Apostle does say) I shall show you a more excellent Way; by declaring how you may poise your desire of knowledge, av pn31 vbz, cst av av av, av pp-f dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vbr j p-acp dt crd n1 p-acp p-acp crd av j, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d j-vvn n2-jn r-crq np1 vhz xx vvn) cc av p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi av j (cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr xx vvn) cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vdz vvi) pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt av-dc j n1; p-acp vvg c-crq pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 178
1267 so as that you should be neither too high, nor too low in the pursuit thereof: so as that you should be neither too high, nor too low in the pursuit thereof: av c-acp cst pn22 vmd vbi dx av j, ccx av j p-acp dt n1 av: (9) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 178
1268 Doe not say therefore, who shall ascend, to bring down Jesus Christ from above, and to reveale the knowledge of hidden glories, Do not say Therefore, who shall ascend, to bring down jesus christ from above, and to reveal the knowledge of hidden Glories, vdb xx vvi av, r-crq vmb vvi, pc-acp vvi a-acp np1 np1 p-acp a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 178
1269 and unconceiveable mysteries? Neither say, who shall descend? to raise him up from beneath, and unconceivable Mysteres? Neither say, who shall descend? to raise him up from beneath, cc j n2? av-d vvb, r-crq vmb vvi? pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp a-acp, (9) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 178
1270 but remember the word (the Scripture) is nigh, even the Gospel which we preach: but Remember the word (the Scripture) is High, even the Gospel which we preach: cc-acp vvb dt n1 (dt n1) vbz av-j, av dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb: (9) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 178
1271 Labour to know it, and you shal know enough, not only as to salvation, but even as to the perfection of your knowledge. Labour to know it, and you shall know enough, not only as to salvation, but even as to the perfection of your knowledge. vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pn22 vmb vvi av-d, xx av-j c-acp pc-acp n1, p-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 178
1272 Christ who is the Wisdome of God, and in whom are hid all the treasures of wisdome, christ who is the Wisdom of God, and in whom Are hid all the treasures of Wisdom, np1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp ro-crq vbr vvn d dt n2 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 178
1273 and knowledge, is fully and clearly revealed in the Gospel, and by the study and the knowledge of it, wee shall come to the knowledge of him. and knowledge, is Fully and clearly revealed in the Gospel, and by the study and the knowledge of it, we shall come to the knowledge of him. cc n1, vbz av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 179
1274 Now of all knowledge, the knowledge of Christ, as it is most sacred, so it is most satisfactory: And of all things in Christ, the knowledge of his love: And as that is most satisfactory, so it is most sweet. It is this knowledge, which the Apostle here prayeth that the Ephesians might obtain, (and by consequence that knowledge which all Christians ought to desire, Now of all knowledge, the knowledge of christ, as it is most sacred, so it is most satisfactory: And of all things in christ, the knowledge of his love: And as that is most satisfactory, so it is most sweet. It is this knowledge, which the Apostle Here Prayeth that the Ephesians might obtain, (and by consequence that knowledge which all Christians ought to desire, av pp-f d n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vbz av-ds j, av pn31 vbz av-ds j: cc pp-f d n2 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f po31 vvi: cc c-acp d vbz av-ds j, av pn31 vbz av-ds j. pn31 vbz d n1, r-crq dt n1 av vvz cst dt njp2 vmd vvi, (cc p-acp n1 cst n1 r-crq d np1 vmd p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 179
1275 and labour for.) It concerneth you not so much to know Arts and Sciences (though in themselves, and labour for.) It concerns you not so much to know Arts and Sciences (though in themselves, cc n1 p-acp.) pn31 vvz pn22 xx av av-d pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 (cs p-acp px32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 179
1276 and their way, they are necessary, and of worth) neither doth it concein you (at least) so much, to be acquainted with other truths of the Scriptures (which in their place are very precious) But this is that which doth so mainly concern you, viz. That you know the love of Christ passing knowledge. and their Way, they Are necessary, and of worth) neither does it concein you (At least) so much, to be acquainted with other truths of the Scriptures (which in their place Are very precious) But this is that which does so mainly concern you, viz. That you know the love of christ passing knowledge. cc po32 n1, pns32 vbr j, cc pp-f n1) av-dx vdz pn31 vvi pn22 (p-acp ds) av av-d, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f dt n2 (r-crq p-acp po32 n1 vbr av j) cc-acp d vbz d r-crq vdz av av-j vvi pn22, n1 cst pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 179
1277 Our third Point in order taken up, and to bee spoken to from these words, is this, That it is a thing of necessary concernment, Our third Point in order taken up, and to be spoken to from these words, is this, That it is a thing of necessary concernment, po12 ord n1 p-acp n1 vvn a-acp, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n2, vbz d, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 215 Page 180
1278 for every Christian to know the transcendent love of Iesus Christ. for every Christian to know the transcendent love of Iesus christ. p-acp d njp p-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 215 Page 180
1279 We have already endeavoured to hold out, at least, a beame of light towards the discovery of that bosome-love, that is in Christ towards his: We have already endeavoured to hold out, At least, a beam of Light towards the discovery of that bosome-love, that is in christ towards his: pns12 vhb av vvn pc-acp vvi av, p-acp ds, dt n1 pp-f j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst vbz p-acp np1 p-acp po31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 180
1280 And at this time my desire is, to hint something, which may at least put you on to endeavour to make a further discovery of the riches, And At this time my desire is, to hint something, which may At least put you on to endeavour to make a further discovery of the riches, cc p-acp d n1 po11 n1 vbz, p-acp n1 pi, r-crq vmb p-acp ds vvi pn22 a-acp pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 pp-f dt n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 180
1281 and the glory, and the transcendency of that love: and the glory, and the transcendency of that love: cc dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 180
1282 For my designe is to make it appear, That the study for the knowledge thereof, is of very choice, speciall, and necessary concernment for you all. For my Design is to make it appear, That the study for the knowledge thereof, is of very choice, special, and necessary concernment for you all. c-acp po11 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi, cst dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av, vbz pp-f j n1, j, cc j n1 p-acp pn22 d. (9) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 180
1283 The subject of the point, you see, Is the knowledge of the love of Christ. The Subject of the point, you see, Is the knowledge of the love of christ. dt j-jn pp-f dt n1, pn22 vvb, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 180
1284 Now when I say, That the knowledge of the love of Christ is of necessary concernment Now when I say, That the knowledge of the love of christ is of necessary concernment av c-crq pns11 vvb, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pp-f j n1 (9) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 180
1285 1 I do mean, not simply the bare beleeving of this truth, but a clear and full understanding of it, the substance, and circumstances thereof. 1 I do mean, not simply the bore believing of this truth, but a clear and full understanding of it, the substance, and Circumstances thereof. vvn pns11 vdb vvi, xx av-j dt vvd j-vvg pp-f d n1, cc-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31, dt n1, cc n2 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 180
1286 There are divine, and infinite dimensions in the love of Christ, and it is our duty to labour for the knowledge of all these: There Are divine, and infinite dimensions in the love of christ, and it is our duty to labour for the knowledge of all these: pc-acp vbr j-jn, cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d: (9) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 181
1287 We should strive to be able to measure both the length and the breadth, yea and also to take the height, and to sound the depth of the love of Christ: We should strive to be able to measure both the length and the breadth, yea and also to take the height, and to found the depth of the love of christ: pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi j p-acp vvb d dt n1 cc dt n1, uh cc av p-acp vvb dt n1, cc p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 181
1288 Christs bosome is a very glorious Mine of love, and it concerneth us to dig very deep into it, Christ bosom is a very glorious Mine of love, and it concerns us to dig very deep into it, npg1 n1 vbz dt av j po11 pp-f n1, cc pn31 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb av j-jn p-acp pn31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 181
1289 and not content our selves with a bare discovery of that Golden Oare, or vein of love, which is upon the superficies or top of the same Mine; and in which we may easily discover, and not content our selves with a bore discovery of that Golden Oar, or vein of love, which is upon the superficies or top of the same Mine; and in which we may Easily discover, cc xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt d png11; cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb av-j vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 181
1290 as it were in the very letter of the Gospel; as it were in the very Letter of the Gospel; c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 181
1291 but it doth concern us to endeavour to attain unto the deep and mysteriall discoveries thereof, which Saints by the light of the Spirit come to attain. but it does concern us to endeavour to attain unto the deep and mysterial discoveries thereof, which Saints by the Light of the Spirit come to attain. cc-acp pn31 vdz vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn cc j-jn n2 av, r-crq n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 181
1292 2 Yea, and not only so, but also to endeavour to get an experimentall knowledge of this love; 2 Yea, and not only so, but also to endeavour to get an experimental knowledge of this love; crd uh, cc xx av-j av, cc-acp av pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 181
1293 That as the Painter curiously painted love, by drawing the type of it out of his own bosome; That as the Painter curiously painted love, by drawing the type of it out of his own bosom; cst c-acp dt n1 av-j j-vvn n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f pn31 av pp-f po31 d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 181
1294 So we in like manner may be able by our Christian discourses to paint forth, So we in like manner may be able by our Christian discourses to paint forth, av pns12 p-acp j n1 vmb vbi j p-acp po12 np1 vvz pc-acp vvi av, (9) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 182
1295 and to declare what the love of Christ is, taking especially the grounds thereof, out of our own bosomes, our own experiences. and to declare what the love of christ is, taking especially the grounds thereof, out of our own bosoms, our own experiences. cc pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz, vvg av-j dt n2 av, av pp-f po12 d n2, po12 d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 182
1296 Divines observe that the Scriptures own not any thing for knowledge (at least saving) which is not experimentall. Divines observe that the Scriptures own not any thing for knowledge (At least Saving) which is not experimental. n2-jn vvb cst dt n2 vvb xx d n1 p-acp n1 (p-acp ds vvg) r-crq vbz xx j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 182
1297 And certainly that knowledge of the love of Christ (whereof we shall now speak) ought to be, not only a bare head knowledge, but especially a heart knowledge, an experimentall knowledge; And Certainly that knowledge of the love of christ (whereof we shall now speak) ought to be, not only a bore head knowledge, but especially a heart knowledge, an experimental knowledge; cc av-j d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 (c-crq pns12 vmb av vvi) vmd p-acp vbi, xx av-j dt j n1 n1, p-acp av-j dt n1 n1, dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 182
1298 This I thought good to adde for the explication of the subject of the Proposition. This I Thought good to add for the explication of the Subject of the Proposition. d pns11 vvd j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 182
1299 Now for the predicate (or the thing that we do affirm of this knowledge of the love of Christ) you may do well, Now for the predicate (or the thing that we do affirm of this knowledge of the love of christ) you may do well, av p-acp dt vvb (cc dt n1 cst pns12 vdb vvi pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1) pn22 vmb vdi av, (9) sermon (DIV1) 220 Page 182
1300 for the clearer apprehending thereof, to take it in these particulars. First, This knowledge is of concernment. for the clearer apprehending thereof, to take it in these particulars. First, This knowledge is of concernment. p-acp dt jc vvg av, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n2-j. ord, d n1 vbz pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 220 Page 182
1301 There are many things, the knowledge whereof may be expedient, but not of such concernment. But this knowledge whereof we speak, is such a knowledge, There Are many things, the knowledge whereof may be expedient, but not of such concernment. But this knowledge whereof we speak, is such a knowledge, pc-acp vbr d n2, dt n1 c-crq vmb vbi j, p-acp xx pp-f d n1. p-acp d n1 c-crq pns12 vvb, vbz d dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 183
1302 as not onely may be expedient for us to know, but also of concernment for us that wee should know. as not only may be expedient for us to know, but also of concernment for us that we should know. c-acp xx av-j vmb vbi j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp av pp-f n1 p-acp pno12 cst pns12 vmd vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 183
1303 Secondly, I say it is of necessary concernment; some knowledge may bee of accidentall concernment to be known, which is not of necessary concernment: some things indeed as being accidentall to some greater truth, Secondly, I say it is of necessary concernment; Some knowledge may be of accidental concernment to be known, which is not of necessary concernment: Some things indeed as being accidental to Some greater truth, ord, pns11 vvb pn31 vbz pp-f j n1; d n1 vmb vbi pp-f j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq vbz xx pp-f j n1: d n2 av p-acp vbg j p-acp d jc n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 222 Page 183
1304 and the discovery thereof, are in that respect of concernment, to be known; (and so may concern a man to endeavour for the knowledge thereof) But now this knowledge hath a necessity laid upon it; and woe be to every soule that knoweth not the love of Christ. and the discovery thereof, Are in that respect of concernment, to be known; (and so may concern a man to endeavour for the knowledge thereof) But now this knowledge hath a necessity laid upon it; and woe be to every soul that Knoweth not the love of christ. cc dt n1 av, vbr p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi vvn; (cc av vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 av) cc-acp av d n1 vhz dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31; cc n1 vbb p-acp d n1 cst vvz xx dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 222 Page 183
1305 Thirdly, I adde, it is of necessary concernment for every Christian; some truths there are, which albeit they may be of necessary concernment for some persons, who are as it were anointed with an higher anointing, Thirdly, I add, it is of necessary concernment for every Christian; Some truths there Are, which albeit they may be of necessary concernment for Some Persons, who Are as it were anointed with an higher anointing, ord, pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp d np1; d n2 pc-acp vbr, r-crq cs pns32 vmb vbi pp-f j n1 p-acp d n2, r-crq vbr p-acp pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp dt av-jc vvg, (9) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 183
1306 and imployed in a more speciall way (as officers in the Church, &c.) may yet not bee of such necessary concernment to all: and employed in a more special Way (as Officers in the Church, etc.) may yet not be of such necessary concernment to all: cc vvn p-acp dt av-dc j n1 (c-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, av) vmb av xx vbi pp-f d j n1 p-acp d: (9) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 184
1307 But now this knowledge, (whereof we are speaking) is of necessary concernment; But now this knowledge, (whereof we Are speaking) is of necessary concernment; cc-acp av d n1, (c-crq pns12 vbr vvg) vbz pp-f j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 184
1308 for every soule that is named by the name of Christ, (and so pretends to be a Christian ) but especially every soul that is united to Jesus Christ (and so is indeed a Christian ) ought to labour for a solid knowledge of the love of Christ. for every soul that is nam by the name of christ, (and so pretends to be a Christian) but especially every soul that is united to jesus christ (and so is indeed a Christian) ought to labour for a solid knowledge of the love of christ. p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (cc av vvz pc-acp vbi dt njp) p-acp av-j d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp np1 np1 (cc av vbz av dt njp) vmd p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 184
1309 As the Fathers in Christs School, are not above this knowledge; As the Father's in Christ School, Are not above this knowledge; p-acp dt n2 p-acp npg1 n1, vbr xx p-acp d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 184
1310 so neither the babes and children in Christs School are beneath it, but all, even the one and the other, are bound, so neither the babes and children in Christ School Are beneath it, but all, even the one and the other, Are bound, av av-d dt n2 cc n2 p-acp npg1 n1 vbr p-acp pn31, cc-acp d, av dt crd cc dt n-jn, vbr vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 184
1311 and it lyeth upon them, as that which doth concern them very near, and very necessary, to know this love of Christ, which passeth knowledge. and it lies upon them, as that which does concern them very near, and very necessary, to know this love of christ, which passes knowledge. cc pn31 vvz p-acp pno32, c-acp d r-crq vdz vvi pno32 av av-j, cc j j, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 184
1312 One word I shal only adde by way of Caution; One word I shall only add by Way of Caution; crd n1 pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 224 Page 184
1313 I do not speak, neither would I have you understand mee, as if this were the only knowledge to bee laboured for. I do not speak, neither would I have you understand me, as if this were the only knowledge to be laboured for. pns11 vdb xx vvi, dx vmd pns11 vhi pn22 vvb pno11, c-acp cs d vbdr dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (9) sermon (DIV1) 224 Page 184
1314 Indeed it is the sovereign, but not the sole knowledge, which Christians should desire, and endeavour to obtain. Indeed it is the sovereign, but not the sole knowledge, which Christians should desire, and endeavour to obtain. np1 pn31 vbz dt j-jn, p-acp xx dt j n1, r-crq np1 vmd vvi, cc vvb pc-acp vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 224 Page 185
1315 In all that therefore I shall speak, I desire to be understood, not exclusively, shutting out other truths, In all that Therefore I shall speak, I desire to be understood, not exclusively, shutting out other truths, p-acp d cst av pns11 vmb vvi, pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, xx av-j, vvg av j-jn n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 185
1316 but as inclusively, and eminently driving at this in a peculiar manner. but as inclusively, and eminently driving At this in a peculiar manner. cc-acp c-acp av-j, cc av-j vvg p-acp d p-acp dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 185
1317 And as Christ said with reference to doing, Those things, you ought to have done (that is especially) and not leaving the other undone ( i.e. altogether neglect) I say in like manner of knowing, the knowledge of the love of Christ, you ought especially to labour for (as a thing of more choice, And as christ said with Referente to doing, Those things, you ought to have done (that is especially) and not leaving the other undone (i.e. altogether neglect) I say in like manner of knowing, the knowledge of the love of christ, you ought especially to labour for (as a thing of more choice, cc p-acp np1 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp vdg, d n2, pn22 vmd pc-acp vhi vdn (cst vbz av-j) cc xx vvg dt j-jn vvn (n1 av vvi) pns11 vvb p-acp j n1 pp-f vvg, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmd av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp (c-acp dt n1 pp-f dc n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 185
1318 and speciall and necessary concernment ) but you are not altogether to neglect the knowledge of other Gospell-truths, and special and necessary concernment) but you Are not altogether to neglect the knowledge of other Gospel truths, cc j cc j n1) cc-acp pn22 vbr xx av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 185
1319 as if they were of no necessity, or of no necessary concernment at all. as if they were of no necessity, or of no necessary concernment At all. c-acp cs pns32 vbdr pp-f dx n1, cc pp-f dx j n1 p-acp d. (9) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 185
1320 For the Proof I shall not need to adde many places (it being so fully laid down in this;) Certainly this wise Apostle Paul, would never have so earnestly, For the Proof I shall not need to add many places (it being so Fully laid down in this;) Certainly this wise Apostle Paul, would never have so earnestly, p-acp dt n1 pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d n2 (pn31 vbg av av-j vvn a-acp p-acp d;) av-j d j n1 np1, vmd av-x vhi av av-j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 185
1321 and particularly begged of God, that the Ephesians might know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, if it were not of speciall and necessary concernment for them. and particularly begged of God, that the Ephesians might know the love of christ, which passes knowledge, if it were not of special and necessary concernment for them. cc av-j vvd pp-f np1, cst dt njp2 vmd vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz n1, cs pn31 vbdr xx pp-f j cc j n1 p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 186
1322 I shall only adde to this his desire for the Ephesians, that determination of his for himself (which he expresseth to the Corinthians) I am determined (saith he) not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ and him crucified; I shall only add to this his desire for the Ephesians, that determination of his for himself (which he Expresses to the Corinthians) I am determined (Says he) not to know any thing among you, save jesus christ and him Crucified; pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp d po31 vvb p-acp dt njp2, cst n1 pp-f png31 p-acp px31 (r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt njp2) pns11 vbm vvn (vvz pns31) xx pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pn22, vvb np1 np1 cc pno31 vvd; (9) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 186
1323 Now the knowledge of Jesus Christ crucified (as I hinted once before) is the knowledge of Christ in his love; Now the knowledge of jesus christ Crucified (as I hinted once before) is the knowledge of christ in his love; av dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vvd (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp a-acp) vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 186
1324 Though the whole life of Jesus Christ, was but (as it hath been shewed) like one great Sermon of love, Though the Whole life of jesus christ, was but (as it hath been showed) like one great Sermon of love, cs dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 np1, vbds p-acp (c-acp pn31 vhz vbn vvn) vvb crd j n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 186
1325 yet the death of Christ was as it were a longer, and clearer Sermon of love, than all his life was. yet the death of christ was as it were a longer, and clearer Sermon of love, than all his life was. av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp pn31 vbdr dt jc, cc jc n1 pp-f n1, cs d po31 n1 vbds. (9) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 186
1326 Never did Christ speak love, more fully, and more freely, than when he was as it were in that Pulpit, the Crosse: Never did christ speak love, more Fully, and more freely, than when he was as it were in that Pulpit, the Cross: av-x vdd np1 vvi n1, av-dc av-j, cc av-dc av-j, cs c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp d n1, dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 186
1327 Now then, if certainly Paul did determine to know nothing but this; Now then, if Certainly Paul did determine to know nothing but this; av av, cs av-j np1 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi pix cc-acp d; (9) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 186
1328 wee may safely conclude, both from his determination for himself, and his desire for the Ephesians, that the knowledge of Christs transcendent love, (especially in a clear experimentall way) is of necessary concernment for every Christian. we may safely conclude, both from his determination for himself, and his desire for the Ephesians, that the knowledge of Christ transcendent love, (especially in a clear experimental Way) is of necessary concernment for every Christian. pns12 vmb av-j vvi, av-d p-acp po31 n1 p-acp px31, cc po31 n1 p-acp dt np1, cst dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, (av-j p-acp dt j j n1) vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp d njp. (9) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 187
1329 I shall offer some reasons to make this point yet clearer. I shall offer Some Reasons to make this point yet clearer. pns11 vmb vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi d n1 av jc. (9) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 187
1330 First, The knowledge of the love of Christ contains in it the summe of the Gospell. (Christ being the sum of the Gospell, First, The knowledge of the love of christ contains in it the sum of the Gospel. (christ being the sum of the Gospel, ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (np1 vbg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 228 Page 187
1331 and love the sum of Christ. and love the sum of christ. cc vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 228 Page 187
1332 ) God so loved the World, that hee gave Christ, and Christ so loved the world, that hee gave himself, containes in it the morrow and pith of all the Gospell: ) God so loved the World, that he gave christ, and christ so loved the world, that he gave himself, contains in it the morrow and pith of all the Gospel: ) np1 av vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd np1, cc np1 av vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd px31, vvz p-acp pn31 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 228 Page 187
1333 This little word love (written in the golden letters of free-grace upon the bosome of Jesus Christ) is an epitomy of the Gospell: Look as O love the father, is the fulfilling of the Law; This little word love (written in the golden letters of Free grace upon the bosom of jesus christ) is an epitome of the Gospel: Look as Oh love the father, is the fulfilling of the Law; d j n1 vvb (vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1) vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1: vvb p-acp uh vvb dt n1, vbz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 228 Page 187
1334 so Christs love to us, is the fullnesse of the Gospell. so Christ love to us, is the fullness of the Gospel. av npg1 n1 p-acp pno12, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 228 Page 187
1335 You have done the Law, if you love God sincerely, and you understand the Gospel, if you know Christs love soundly. You have done thee Law, if you love God sincerely, and you understand the Gospel, if you know Christ love soundly. pn22 vhb vdn pno32 n1, cs pn22 vvb np1 av-j, cc pn22 vvb dt n1, cs pn22 vvb npg1 n1 av-j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 228 Page 187
1336 Secondly The knowledge of Christs love is of necessary concernment, because it containeth in i• the chiefest motive to duty. Secondly The knowledge of Christ love is of necessary concernment, Because it Containeth in i• the chiefest motive to duty. ord dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz pp-f j n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n1 dt js-jn n1 p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 188
1337 You will never doe duty (at least with that sweetnesse in your own spirits which you should ) and with that acceptation of God, which you would) if you do not act from a principle of love. Now the love of Christ known to us, is that which chiefly enflameth our love to him; You will never do duty (At least with that sweetness in your own spirits which you should) and with that acceptation of God, which you would) if you do not act from a principle of love. Now the love of christ known to us, is that which chiefly inflameth our love to him; pn22 vmb av-x vdi n1 (p-acp ds p-acp d n1 p-acp po22 d n2 r-crq pn22 vmd) cc p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pn22 vmd) cs pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp pno12, vbz d r-crq av-jn vvz po12 n1 p-acp pno31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 188
1338 what was the reason, that notwithstanding that love that God shewed to Israel, when he was a child, & taught him to goe, taking him by the armes, had not that impression upon Israel which it should have? the Prophet hinteth the reason, what was the reason, that notwithstanding that love that God showed to Israel, when he was a child, & taught him to go, taking him by the arms, had not that impression upon Israel which it should have? the Prophet hinteth the reason, r-crq vbds dt n1, cst p-acp d n1 cst np1 vvd p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vbds dt n1, cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi, vvg pno31 p-acp dt n2, vhd xx d n1 p-acp np1 r-crq pn31 vmd vhi? dt n1 vvz dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 188
1339 because, Israel knew it not, Hos. 11.3. God shewed, but Israel did not understand his love; Because, Israel knew it not, Hos. 11.3. God showed, but Israel did not understand his love; c-acp, np1 vvd pn31 xx, np1 crd. np1 vvd, cc-acp np1 vdd xx vvi po31 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 188
1340 and therefore it was that Israel would not walk answerable thereunto. and Therefore it was that Israel would not walk answerable thereunto. cc av pn31 vbds d np1 vmd xx vvi j av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 188
1341 In like manner, wee shall never walk answerable by doing our duty, (for I take duty, to be at least an answer of love) in case wee doe not know what the love is, wherewithall Christ hath loved us. In like manner, we shall never walk answerable by doing our duty, (for I take duty, to be At least an answer of love) in case we do not know what the love is, wherewithal christ hath loved us. p-acp j n1, pns12 vmb av-x vvi j p-acp vdg po12 n1, (c-acp pns11 vvb n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp ds dt n1 pp-f n1) p-acp n1 pns12 vdb xx vvi r-crq dt n1 vbz, c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12. (9) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 189
1342 Paul was more abundant than all •he rest of the Apostles were, in his •abours. Paul was more abundant than all •he rest of the Apostles were, in his •abours. np1 vbds av-dc j cs d j n1 pp-f dt n2 vbdr, p-acp po31 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 189
1343 And surely this might be •he reason, that happily hee understood more of the love of Christ, than the rest did: And surely this might be •he reason, that happily he understood more of the love of christ, than the rest did: cc av-j d vmd vbi j n1, cst av-j pns31 vvd dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cs dt n1 vdd: (9) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 189
1344 Hence it may be that it is, that you have that expression in the 2 Cor. 4.14. The love of Christ constraineth us. Hence it may be that it is, that you have that expression in the 2 Cor. 4.14. The love of christ constrains us. av pn31 vmb vbi cst pn31 vbz, cst pn22 vhb d n1 p-acp dt crd np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno12. (9) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 189
1345 The consideration of Christs love (which Paul came to have, by the knowledge thereof) it was as it were a whole croud or throng of Arguments, The consideration of Christ love (which Paul Come to have, by the knowledge thereof) it was as it were a Whole crowd or throng of Arguments, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 (r-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vhi, p-acp dt n1 av) pn31 vbds c-acp pn31 vbdr dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 189
1346 or like to a whole siedge of motives (for the word will bear both metaphors) unto Paul, both to dye and to suffer for Jesus Christ. or like to a Whole siege of motives (for the word will bear both metaphors) unto Paul, both to die and to suffer for jesus christ. cc av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 (c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi d n2) p-acp np1, av-d pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 189
1347 There is no soul but needeth a spurre to duty, being dull in himself. There is no soul but needs a spur to duty, being dull in himself. pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, vbg j p-acp px31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 189
1348 Now the knowledge of the love of Christ, being of such speciall efficacy this way, must needs also be of necessary concernment for every Christian. Now the knowledge of the love of christ, being of such special efficacy this Way, must needs also be of necessary concernment for every Christian. av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbg pp-f d j n1 d n1, vmb av av vbb pp-f j n1 p-acp d njp. (9) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 189
1349 Thirdly, Christs love is a fountain of a beleevers life, and therefore it must needs bee of necessary concernment for a beleever to know it, in as much as he cannot live without it; Thirdly, Christ love is a fountain of a believers life, and Therefore it must needs be of necessary concernment for a believer to know it, in as much as he cannot live without it; ord, npg1 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, cc av pn31 vmb av vbi pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp c-acp d c-acp pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp pn31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 190
1350 verily this is life eternall to know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge, If it bee of necessary concernment for the soul to live, it must be also of necessary concernment to know Christs love, in as much as without the one, hee cannot enjoy the other. verily this is life Eternal to know the love of christ which passes knowledge, If it be of necessary concernment for the soul to live, it must be also of necessary concernment to know Christ love, in as much as without the one, he cannot enjoy the other. av-j d vbz n1 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1, cs pn31 vbb pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pn31 vmb vbi av pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, p-acp c-acp d c-acp p-acp dt crd, pns31 vmbx vvi dt n-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 190
1351 I live (saith Paul ) but how? by the faith (now faith is but a higher degree of knowledge of the love of Christ ) of the Son of God, who loveth me. I live (Says Paul) but how? by the faith (now faith is but a higher degree of knowledge of the love of christ) of the Son of God, who loves me. pns11 vvb (vvz np1) cc-acp q-crq? p-acp dt n1 (av n1 vbz p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1) pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz pno11. (9) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 190
1352 As Moses pressed the Israelites to the sincere keeping of the Law, for it is (saith he) your life; In like manner may we presse Christians to the serious knowledge of Christs love, As Moses pressed the Israelites to the sincere keeping of the Law, for it is (Says he) your life; In like manner may we press Christians to the serious knowledge of Christ love, p-acp np1 vvd dt np1 p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp pn31 vbz (vvz pns31) po22 n1; p-acp j n1 vmb pns12 vvi np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 190
1353 because it is our soules life. Because it is our Souls life. c-acp pn31 vbz po12 ng1 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 190
1354 Fourthly, The knowledge of Christs love, is the foundation of a soules joy, and Christians comfort, and therefore of such necessary concernment. Fourthly, The knowledge of Christ love, is the Foundation of a Souls joy, and Christians Comfort, and Therefore of such necessary concernment. ord, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cc np1 n1, cc av pp-f d j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 190
1355 The reason why the Saints are sometimes so sad, is because they doe not know the love of Christ, (at. The reason why the Saints Are sometime so sad, is Because they do not know the love of christ, (At. dt n1 c-crq dt n2 vbr av av j, vbz c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (p-acp. (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 190
1356 least in all the dimensions thereof,) Hence it is that Peace is joyned with love, somtimes in the Gospell: lest in all the dimensions thereof,) Hence it is that Peace is joined with love, sometimes in the Gospel: cs p-acp d dt n2 av,) av pn31 vbz cst n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, av p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 191
1357 Peace (saith Paul ) bee to the brethren, but from whence? from this (as it is added) and love from God the Father, Peace (Says Paul) bee to the brothers, but from whence? from this (as it is added) and love from God the Father, n1 (vvz np1) n1 p-acp dt n2, p-acp p-acp q-crq? p-acp d (c-acp pn31 vbz vvn) cc n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 191
1358 and our Lord Jesus Christ, Ephes. 6.23. the hearts of beleevers would be at Peace, if so be they did but fully understand the love of Christ. and our Lord jesus christ, Ephesians 6.23. the hearts of believers would be At Peace, if so be they did but Fully understand the love of christ. cc po12 n1 np1 np1, np1 crd. dt n2 pp-f n2 vmd vbi p-acp n1, cs av vbb pns32 vdd p-acp av-j vvi dt vvb pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 191
1359 O (saith the soul) of that beleever, and of this beleever, indeed they live sweetly upon Christs love, O (Says the soul) of that believer, and of this believer, indeed they live sweetly upon Christ love, sy (vvz dt n1) pp-f d n1, cc pp-f d n1, av pns32 vvb av-j p-acp npg1 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 191
1360 because they have it, but I go sadly in the want of Christs love, because I think there is none for me: Because they have it, but I go sadly in the want of Christ love, Because I think there is none for me: c-acp pns32 vhb pn31, cc-acp pns11 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pno11: (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 191
1361 The soul is sad, because it seeth not the fulnesse of the love of Christ: I (saith another soul) such an one who hath more grace than I, The soul is sad, Because it sees not the fullness of the love of christ: I (Says Another soul) such an one who hath more grace than I, dt n1 vbz j, c-acp pn31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: pns11 (vvz j-jn n1) d dt pi r-crq vhz dc n1 cs pns11, (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 191
1362 and such an one who hath lesse sinne than I have, he may live joyfully because of Christs love, and such an one who hath less sin than I have, he may live joyfully Because of Christ love, cc d dt pi r-crq vhz dc n1 cs pns11 vhb, pns31 vmb vvi av-j c-acp pp-f npg1 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 191
1363 but I must goe sadly because I fear hee will not love me. but I must go sadly Because I Fear he will not love me. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-j c-acp pns11 vvb pns31 vmb xx vvi pno11. (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 191
1364 The reason of this soules sadnesse, is because it knoweth not the fullnesse of love, that is in Christ, and the freenesse thereof; The reason of this Souls sadness, is Because it Knoweth not the fullness of love, that is in christ, and the freeness thereof; dt n1 pp-f d ng1 n1, vbz c-acp pn31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz p-acp np1, cc dt n1 av; (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 200
1365 without doubt, did we but know the love of Christ better than we do, wee should not be so sad, so often as we are. without doubt, did we but know the love of christ better than we do, we should not be so sad, so often as we Are. p-acp n1, vdd pns12 p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 av-jc cs pns12 vdb, pns12 vmd xx vbi av j, av av c-acp pns12 vbr. (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 200
1366 That bosome Disciple John (who knew much of the love of Jesus, and had declared the knowledge of it unto others) he saith it was for this end: That bosom Disciple John (who knew much of the love of jesus, and had declared the knowledge of it unto Others) he Says it was for this end: cst n1 n1 np1 (r-crq vvd d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n2-jn) pns31 vvz pn31 vbds p-acp d n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 200
1367 these things write I unto you (saith hee) that your joy might bee full; these things write I unto you (Says he) that your joy might be full; d n2 vvb pns11 p-acp pn22 (vvz pns31) d po22 n1 vmd vbi j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 200
1368 Sith therefore the joy and the comfort of our soules is built upon the love of Christ, Sith Therefore the joy and the Comfort of our Souls is built upon the love of christ, a-acp av dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 200
1369 as its foundation, it doth necessarily concern us, to get the knowledge thereof. as its Foundation, it does necessarily concern us, to get the knowledge thereof. c-acp po31 n1, pn31 vdz av-j vvi pno12, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 200
1370 Fifthly, the knowledge of Christs love, is of necessaay concernment, because it is the rise of Christian thankfullnesse. Fifthly, the knowledge of Christ love, is of necessary concernment, Because it is the rise of Christian thankfulness. ord, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vbz pp-f j n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f njp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 200
1371 Hence it is that thankfullnesse springs, it is from this fountain whence it floweth. Those soules will bee most thankfull for the love of Christ, that understand is most; Hence it is that thankfulness springs, it is from this fountain whence it flows. Those Souls will be most thankful for the love of christ, that understand is most; av pn31 vbz cst n1 vvz, pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 c-crq pn31 vvz. d n2 vmb vbi av-ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vvb vbz ds; (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 200
1372 Ignorance begets ingratitude, but knowledge maketh thankfull: Blesse the Lord O my soule, and forget not all his benefits; Ignorance begets ingratitude, but knowledge makes thankful: Bless the Lord Oh my soul, and forget not all his benefits; n1 vvz n1, cc-acp n1 vvz j: vvb dt n1 uh po11 n1, cc vvi xx d po31 n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 200
1373 Men will not be thankfull for that which they do forger; neither can men remember that which they do not know: Men will not be thankful for that which they do forger; neither can men Remember that which they do not know: n2 vmb xx vbi j p-acp d r-crq pns32 vdb n1; dx vmb n2 vvi d r-crq pns32 vdb xx vvi: (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 193
1374 All that Christ looks for from the Saints, is this, that they should acknowledge the transcendent love he beareth unto them. All that christ looks for from the Saints, is this, that they should acknowledge the transcendent love he bears unto them. d cst np1 vvz p-acp p-acp dt n2, vbz d, cst pns32 vmd vvi dt j n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 193
1375 Wee will never be able to sing glory and dominion be to him, who hath loved us, except wee know how hee loved us. we will never be able to sing glory and dominion be to him, who hath loved us, except we know how he loved us. pns12 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 vbb p-acp pno31, r-crq vhz vvn pno12, c-acp pns12 vvb c-crq pns31 vvd pno12. (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 193
1376 Look as a Lark, at the discovery of the light of the day, ascends chirping, and chirping; Look as a Lark, At the discovery of the Light of the day, ascends chirping, and chirping; n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz n-vvg, cc n-vvg; (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 193
1377 and the lighter the Heavens appear, the higher she ascends, and the sweeter shee sings; and the lighter the Heavens appear, the higher she ascends, and the Sweeten she sings; cc dt jc dt n2 vvb, dt av-jc pns31 vvz, cc dt jc pns31 vvz; (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 193
1378 In like manner the soul, who knoweth the love of Christ, and seeth the light thereof, mounteth and singeth, In like manner the soul, who Knoweth the love of christ, and sees the Light thereof, mounts and sings, p-acp j n1 dt n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvz dt n1 av, vvz cc vvz, (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 193
1379 and the more bright the beames of Christs-bosome love shines in upon them, the higher is the soul elevated, and the more bright the beams of Christs-bosome love shines in upon them, the higher is the soul elevated, cc dt av-dc j dt n2 pp-f n1 n1 vvz p-acp p-acp pno32, dt jc vbz dt n1 vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 193
1380 and the sweeter it doth chirp, and chant that spirituall song of thankfulnesse unto Christ. and the Sweeten it does chirp, and chant that spiritual song of thankfulness unto christ. cc dt jc pn31 vdz vvi, cc vvi d j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 193
1381 You are bound beleevers, to thank Christ for his love, but you will never to purpose go about to cancell that bond, You Are bound believers, to thank christ for his love, but you will never to purpose go about to cancel that bound, pn22 vbr vvn n2, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp pn22 vmb av-x p-acp n1 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 194
1382 if so be you doe not know the transcendency of that love with which hee hath bound you. if so be you do not know the transcendency of that love with which he hath bound you. cs av vbb pn22 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pn22. (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 194
1383 Sixtly, Christs love is all the legacy he hath left Christians. Sixty, Christ love is all the legacy he hath left Christians. ord, npg1 n1 vbz d dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 194
1384 Surely it is of necessary concernment, for Christians to know that which Christ left them in his will. He hath not left them ample possessions, Surely it is of necessary concernment, for Christians to know that which christ left them in his will. He hath not left them ample possessions, av-j pn31 vbz pp-f j n1, p-acp njpg2 pc-acp vvi d r-crq np1 j pno32 p-acp po31 vmb. pns31 vhz xx vvn pno32 j n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 194
1385 nor brave buildings in this world: (his father (though he loved him) left him not a house to put his own head in here) but dear love, rich love, transcendent love, love passing knowledge, this Christ hath left to beleevers (as his father left him) as the father hath loved me, nor brave buildings in this world: (his father (though he loved him) left him not a house to put his own head in Here) but dear love, rich love, transcendent love, love passing knowledge, this christ hath left to believers (as his father left him) as the father hath loved me, ccx j n2 p-acp d n1: (po31 n1 (cs pns31 vvd pno31) vvd pno31 xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1 p-acp av) p-acp j-jn n1, j n1, j n1, vvb vvg n1, d np1 vhz vvn p-acp n2 (c-acp po31 n1 vvd pno31) p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno11, (9) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 194
1386 so have I loved you, Joh. 1.5. ver. 9. Aske the widdow, whether it doth not necessarily concern her, to know that which her husband left her; so have I loved you, John 1.5. ver. 9. Ask the widow, whither it does not necessarily concern her, to know that which her husband left her; av vhb pns11 vvn pn22, np1 crd. fw-la. crd vvb dt n1, cs pn31 vdz xx av-j vvi pno31, pc-acp vvi d r-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 194
1387 Aske the child whether there lie a necessity upon him to know that which his father left him, both the one and the other will say, yes. Ask the child whither there lie a necessity upon him to know that which his father left him, both the one and the other will say, yes. vvb dt n1 cs pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi d r-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31, d dt crd cc dt n-jn vmb vvi, uh. (9) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 194
1388 Why beleevers, your everlasting father, and your soules husband, Jesus Christ, hath left you nothing but his love, Why believers, your everlasting father, and your Souls husband, jesus christ, hath left you nothing but his love, q-crq n2, po22 j n1, cc po22 ng1 n1, np1 np1, vhz vvn pn22 pix p-acp po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 195
1389 surely it is necessary that you should know it. Seventhly, As the soul is filled with the knowledge of the love of Christ; surely it is necessary that you should know it. Seventhly, As the soul is filled with the knowledge of the love of christ; av-j pn31 vbz j cst pn22 vmd vvi pn31. crd, p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 195
1390 so it is filled with the fulnesse of God. so it is filled with the fullness of God. av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 195
1391 You empty creatures, doth it not concern you, (and that necessarily ) to be filled with the divine fulnesse, the fulnesse of God? surely you will say, yes; You empty creatures, does it not concern you, (and that necessarily) to be filled with the divine fullness, the fullness of God? surely you will say, yes; pn22 j n2, vdz pn31 xx vvi pn22, (cc d av-j) pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f np1? av-j pn22 vmb vvi, uh; (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 195
1392 then know, it doth as necessarily concern you to bee acqainted with the love of Christ; then know, it does as necessarily concern you to be acquainted with the love of christ; av vvb, pn31 vdz p-acp av-j vvi pn22 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 195
1393 without that you cannot be so filled. without that you cannot be so filled. p-acp cst pn22 vmbx vbi av vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 195
1394 Some have thought, that knowledge is nothing but an union between the thing known, and the understanding; some have Thought, that knowledge is nothing but an Union between the thing known, and the understanding; d vhb vvn, cst n1 vbz pix p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn, cc dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 195
1395 Hence it is, that they say and conclude, that by how much any partake of knowledge, by so much they partake of fulnesse: Hence it is, that they say and conclude, that by how much any partake of knowledge, by so much they partake of fullness: av pn31 vbz, cst pns32 vvb cc vvi, cst a-acp c-crq d d vvb pp-f n1, p-acp av av-d pns32 vvb pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 195
1396 God is love, and if the knowledge of Gods love be the union thereof with the soul, God is love, and if the knowledge of God's love be the Union thereof with the soul, np1 vbz n1, cc cs dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbb dt n1 av p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 195
1397 then certainly, by how much we know the one, by so much wee partake, and are filled with the other. then Certainly, by how much we know the one, by so much we partake, and Are filled with the other. av av-j, p-acp c-crq av-d pns12 vvb dt crd, p-acp av av-d pns12 vvb, cc vbr vvn p-acp dt j-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 196
1398 Observe how the Apostle therefore joyneth this in the Text, To know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge (saith he) that you may bee filled with all the fullnesse of God. Observe how the Apostle Therefore Joineth this in the Text, To know the love of christ which passes knowledge (Says he) that you may be filled with all the fullness of God. vvb c-crq dt n1 av vvz d p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1 (vvz pns31) d pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 196
1399 Every drop of this knowledge of the love of Christ, tendeth towards the filling of the soul with the fulnesse of God: Every drop of this knowledge of the love of christ, tendeth towards the filling of the soul with the fullness of God: d n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 196
1400 surely therefore to be filled, and to be filled with God, and to bee filled with the fulnesse of God, yea with all the fulnesse of God, being so necessary for every soul as it is, surely Therefore to be filled, and to be filled with God, and to be filled with the fullness of God, yea with all the fullness of God, being so necessary for every soul as it is, av-j av pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, uh p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, vbg av j p-acp d n1 c-acp pn31 vbz, (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 196
1401 and the knowledge of Christs love being so advantagious to this, It must needs bee a thing of speciall concernment for every Christian, to labour to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge. Briefly now for application: and the knowledge of Christ love being so advantageous to this, It must needs be a thing of special concernment for every Christian, to labour to know the love of christ, which passes knowledge. Briefly now for application: cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbg av j p-acp d, pn31 vmb av vbi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp d njp, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz n1. av-j av p-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 196
1402 First, it may serve for a use of Lamentation, that notwithstanding the knowledge of the love of Christ is thus necessary, yet First, it may serve for a use of Lamentation, that notwithstanding the knowledge of the love of christ is thus necessary, yet ord, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av j, av (9) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 196
1403 First, that this knowledge hath been little studied. Secondly, though it should be much studied, yet it can be little obtained. First, that this knowledge hath been little studied. Secondly, though it should be much studied, yet it can be little obtained. ord, cst d n1 vhz vbn av-j vvn. ord, cs pn31 vmd vbi av-d vvn, av pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 237 Page 196
1404 First,, I say, it hath been but little studied. First,, I say, it hath been but little studied. ord,, pns11 vvb, pn31 vhz vbn p-acp j vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 197
1405 Men have been very swift in searching after other truths, but they have been slow in searching after this. Men have been very swift in searching After other truths, but they have been slow in searching After this. n2 vhb vbn av j p-acp vvg p-acp j-jn n2, cc-acp pns32 vhb vbn j p-acp vvg p-acp d. (9) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 197
1406 An ample, exact discovery of this love of Christ, may well be set down among the desiderata, i.e. the desirables of Divines, it having been so little handled by any. an ample, exact discovery of this love of christ, may well be Set down among the desiderata, i.e. the desirables of Divines, it having been so little handled by any. dt j, j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, vmb av vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt fw-la, n1 dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, pn31 vhg vbn av av-j vvn p-acp d. (9) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 197
1407 Indeed much of the Law (in the point of duty) hath been discovered, Indeed much of the Law (in the point of duty) hath been discovered, np1 d pp-f dt n1 (p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) vhz vbn vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 197
1408 but little of the Gospel, (especially in this point of Christs love) hath been inquired into. but little of the Gospel, (especially in this point of Christ love) hath been inquired into. cc-acp j pp-f dt n1, (av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 n1) vhz vbn vvn p-acp. (9) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 197
1409 I doe not know any one Authour of eminency, (indeed as yet I have met with none at all) who on purpose hath handled, I do not know any one Author of eminency, (indeed as yet I have met with none At all) who on purpose hath handled, pns11 vdb xx vvi d crd n1 pp-f n1, (av c-acp av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pix p-acp d) r-crq p-acp n1 vhz vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 197
1410 or discoursed exactly concerning this subject, viz. the transcendency of the love of Christ; or discoursed exactly Concerning this Subject, viz. the transcendency of the love of christ; cc vvd av-j vvg d n-jn, n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 197
1411 I have heard, that that precious Divine Dr. Preston, was wont to complain of the great defect this way: I have herd, that that precious Divine Dr. Preston, was wont to complain of the great defect this Way: pns11 vhb vvn, cst d j j-jn n1 np1, vbds j pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j n1 d n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 197
1412 Surely it is very sad to think that the knowledge of the love of Christ, being of such necessary and high concernment, hath been so little inquired into; Surely it is very sad to think that the knowledge of the love of christ, being of such necessary and high concernment, hath been so little inquired into; av-j pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbg pp-f d j cc j n1, vhz vbn av av-j vvn p-acp; (9) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 198
1413 O what a gallant Gospel-designe were it, for some one who is acquainted with the Spirit in a large measure, to goe over the whole history of the Gospel, O what a gallant Gospel-design were it, for Some one who is acquainted with the Spirit in a large measure, to go over the Whole history of the Gospel, sy r-crq dt j-jn n1 vbdr pn31, c-acp d crd r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 198
1414 and to observe the glorious shinings of the love of Christ to beleevers in all. It would bee precious if some would take it in hand, and to observe the glorious shinings of the love of christ to believers in all. It would be precious if Some would take it in hand, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 p-acp d. pn31 vmd vbi j cs d vmd vvi pn31 p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 198
1415 and perfect it to the purpose: But it is sad to think it hath been neglected so long. and perfect it to the purpose: But it is sad to think it hath been neglected so long. cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1: cc-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31 vhz vbn vvn av av-j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 198
1416 Secondly, we may lament, not onely to think this knowledge hath been but little advanced by the labours of any, Secondly, we may lament, not only to think this knowledge hath been but little advanced by the labours of any, ord, pns12 vmb vvi, xx av-j pc-acp vvi d n1 vhz vbn p-acp j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d, (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 198
1417 but especially, that it is such, that after all labour it can be but little gained. but especially, that it is such, that After all labour it can be but little gained. cc-acp av-j, cst pn31 vbz d, cst p-acp d n1 pn31 vmb vbi cc-acp av-j vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 198
1418 We may weep to think, how little of the love of Christ it is, that those who have. We may weep to think, how little of the love of christ it is, that those who have. pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, c-crq j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vbz, cst d r-crq vhb. (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 198
1419 most knowledge of it, doe, or can know. most knowledge of it, do, or can know. ds n1 pp-f pn31, vdb, cc vmb vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 198
1420 We read of a Book which was sealed, and John wept much (saith the Text) because no man was found worthy in heaven or in earth, that was able to open the Book, or to look thereon. We read of a Book which was sealed, and John wept much (Says the Text) Because no man was found worthy in heaven or in earth, that was able to open the Book, or to look thereon. pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn, cc np1 vvd d (vvz dt n1) c-acp dx n1 vbds vvn j p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, cst vbds j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 198
1421 Beloved, the heart of Christ may be compared to a glorious Book, in which the mysterious history of his transcendent love is written: But alas! beloved, the heart of christ may be compared to a glorious Book, in which the mysterious history of his transcendent love is written: But alas! vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1 vbz vvn: cc-acp uh! (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 199
1422 who is there, not onely in earth, but in heaven, that is able to open this Book, who is there, not only in earth, but in heaven, that is able to open this Book, q-crq vbz a-acp, xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1, cst vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 199
1423 and to discover the mysteries thereof? Beloved, when we shall come to heaven, wee shall then be in a capacity of more perfect knowledge of the love of Christ: But alas! and to discover the Mysteres thereof? beloved, when we shall come to heaven, we shall then be in a capacity of more perfect knowledge of the love of christ: But alas! cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 av? j-vvn, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1, pns12 vmb av vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: cc-acp uh! (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 199
1424 even then wee shall never be able to comprehend the love of Christ in the perfection thereof, that is, even then we shall never be able to comprehend the love of christ in the perfection thereof, that is, av av pns12 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 av, cst vbz, (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 199
1425 so fully as it may be known; so Fully as it may be known; av av-j c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 199
1426 Then indeed we shall apprehend it in the perfection of our knowledge (i.e.) so far as it can bee known by the finite knowledge of creatures; Then indeed we shall apprehend it in the perfection of our knowledge (i.e.) so Far as it can be known by the finite knowledge of creatures; av av pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 (n1) av av-j c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 199
1427 but yet then we shall not know it so full as it is. The Schoolmen speak of knowledge (as they doe of seeing: but yet then we shall not know it so full as it is. The Schoolmen speak of knowledge (as they do of seeing: cc-acp av cs pns12 vmb xx vvi pn31 av av-j c-acp pn31 vbz. dt n2 vvb pp-f n1 (c-acp pns32 vdb pp-f vvg: (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 199
1428 ) There is a twofold fulness of knowledge. ) There is a twofold fullness of knowledge. ) pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 199
1429 First, a fulnesse in regard of the object (i.e.) such a fulness as regards the thing it self. First, a fullness in regard of the Object (i.e.) such a fullness as regards the thing it self. ord, dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 (n1) d dt n1 c-acp vvz dt n1 pn31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 199
1430 Secondly, a fulnesse of knowledge in regard of the subject in which it is. Secondly, a fullness of knowledge in regard of the Subject in which it is. ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n-jn p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz. (9) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 200
1431 Now for mine own part, I incline (at least for present, to conclude, that although without doubt, there shall be a fullnesse of knowledge of Christ in respect of our knowledge (i.e.) according to the utmost bounds, Now for mine own part, I incline (At least for present, to conclude, that although without doubt, there shall be a fullness of knowledge of christ in respect of our knowledge (i.e.) according to the utmost bounds, av p-acp po11 d n1, pns11 vvb (p-acp ds p-acp j, pc-acp vvi, cst cs p-acp n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1 (n1) vvg p-acp dt j n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 200
1432 or extents, which our knowledge, when it is perfected to the highest, is capable of; or extents, which our knowledge, when it is perfected to the highest, is capable of; cc n2, r-crq po12 n1, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt js, vbz j pp-f; (9) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 200
1433 yet notwithstanding in regard of the fulnesse of knowledge, as it relates to the thing it self, viz. The love of Christ, quoad essentiam, & virtutem intensivam, yet notwithstanding in regard of the fullness of knowledge, as it relates to the thing it self, viz. The love of christ, quoad essentiam, & virtutem intensivam, av p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1, n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, av fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la, (9) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 200
1434 & extensivam (i.e.) when it is considered so far forth as it may be had unto all the effects, & extensivam (i.e.) when it is considered so Far forth as it may be had unto all the effects, cc fw-la (n1) c-crq pn31 vbz vvn av av-j av c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vhn p-acp d dt n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 200
1435 and purposes, whereunto that knowledge doth extend it self; and Purposes, whereunto that knowledge does extend it self; cc n2, c-crq d n1 vdz vvi pn31 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 200
1436 this I say, I think wee shall not have, but to all eternity, wee shall be admiring and adoring of this love of Christ which passeth knowledge. this I say, I think we shall not have, but to all eternity, we shall be admiring and adoring of this love of christ which passes knowledge. d pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb pns12 vmb xx vhi, cc-acp p-acp d n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvg cc vvg pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 200
1437 Wherefore then wee must needs lament to consider, that although the knowledge of the love of Christ be of such necessary concernment, yet it hath been but little searched after by many; Wherefore then we must needs lament to Consider, that although the knowledge of the love of christ be of such necessary concernment, yet it hath been but little searched After by many; q-crq av pns12 vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi, cst cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb pp-f d j n1, av pn31 vhz vbn p-acp av-j vvn p-acp p-acp d; (9) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 201
1438 and when wee shall make the greatest search after it, we shall never be able fully to attain it. and when we shall make the greatest search After it, we shall never be able Fully to attain it. cc c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt js n1 p-acp pn31, pns12 vmb av-x vbi j av-j pc-acp vvi pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 201
1439 Use. Secondly, it may be a use of Reproof unto those who neglect this study of the knowledge of the love of Christ altogether. Use. Secondly, it may be a use of Reproof unto those who neglect this study of the knowledge of the love of christ altogether. vvb. ord, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 201
1440 Many there are, who are little in the study of the Bible, lesse in the study of the Gospel, but, least of all in this, which is the light, Many there Are, who Are little in the study of the bible, less in the study of the Gospel, but, least of all in this, which is the Light, av-d a-acp vbr, r-crq vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp, ds pp-f d p-acp d, r-crq vbz dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 201
1441 and lustre, and glory of all the Gospel, the love of Christ to beleevers: and lustre, and glory of all the Gospel, the love of christ to believers: cc n1, cc n1 pp-f d dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 201
1442 And I cannot chuse but think those blame-worthy, and to be reproved, who in these times speak much of their parts and abilities in the beating out of some truths merely controversall (which yet I speak not against in its place) and yet neglect this knowledge which is of such necessary concernment. And I cannot choose but think those blameworthy, and to be reproved, who in these times speak much of their parts and abilities in the beating out of Some truths merely controversal (which yet I speak not against in its place) and yet neglect this knowledge which is of such necessary concernment. cc pns11 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb d j, cc pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq p-acp d n2 vvb d pp-f po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f d n2 av-j j (r-crq av pns11 vvb xx p-acp p-acp po31 n1) cc av vvb d n1 r-crq vbz pp-f d j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 201
1443 I doe not altogether blame those who study this headship of Christ (I mean this Government) it being I think this present truth, which is most controverted in these times; I do not altogether blame those who study this headship of christ (I mean this Government) it being I think this present truth, which is most controverted in these times; pns11 vdb xx av vvi d r-crq vvb d n1 pp-f np1 (pns11 vvb d n1) pn31 vbg pns11 vvb d j n1, r-crq vbz av-ds vvn p-acp d n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 201
1444 yet notwithstanding, to study so far the head of Christ, as to neglect his heart, so far to mind his government, yet notwithstanding, to study so Far the head of christ, as to neglect his heart, so Far to mind his government, av a-acp, pc-acp vvi av av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1, av av-j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 202
1445 as to neglect his love, is, without doubt, a thing to bee reproved. as to neglect his love, is, without doubt, a thing to be reproved. c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 vvi, vbz, p-acp n1, dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 202
1446 But much more are those to bee reproved, who study neither the one, nor the other, But much more Are those to be reproved, who study neither the one, nor the other, p-acp d dc vbr d pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq vvb av-dx dt pi, ccx dt n-jn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 202
1447 but spend all their time, their pains, and their parts, in controversies, and niceties, prying either into unrevealed positions, or being busied about needlesse questions, neglecting, in the mean time, this one necessary thing, viz. the knowledge of the love of Christ. but spend all their time, their pains, and their parts, in controversies, and niceties, prying either into unrevealed positions, or being busied about needless questions, neglecting, in the mean time, this one necessary thing, viz. the knowledge of the love of christ. cc-acp vvb d po32 n1, po32 n2, cc po32 n2, p-acp n2, cc n2, vvg d p-acp j n2, cc vbg vvn p-acp j n2, vvg, p-acp dt j n1, d crd j n1, n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 202
1448 How many are there that may (as one said of the Schoolmen) bee like unto Travellers, How many Are there that may (as one said of the Schoolmen) be like unto Travellers, c-crq d vbr pc-acp d vmb (c-acp pi vvn pp-f dt n2) vbb av-j p-acp n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 202
1449 or men in a journey, who have good bread about them, but goe gnawing, and biting upon hard stones? so indeed some men, who have (at least means to have) the bread of life, Christs love, but they neglect it, or men in a journey, who have good bred about them, but go gnawing, and biting upon hard stones? so indeed Some men, who have (At least means to have) the bred of life, Christ love, but they neglect it, cc n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhb j n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp vvi vvg, cc vvg p-acp j n2? av av d n2, r-crq vhb (p-acp ds n2 pc-acp vhi) dt n1 pp-f n1, npg1 n1, p-acp pns32 vvb pn31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 202
1450 and spend their time in gnawing upon hard trivialls, at least not usefull questions. Be reproved, O all ye, who so far spend your selves, about the obtaining of any knowledge, and spend their time in gnawing upon hard trivialls, At lest not useful questions. Be reproved, Oh all you, who so Far spend your selves, about the obtaining of any knowledge, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp j n2, p-acp cs xx j n2. vbb vvn, uh av-d pn22, r-crq av av-j vvb po22 n2, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 203
1451 when in the mean time, you doe neglect the study of this knowledge, (the love of Christ) which is of necessary concernment. when in the mean time, you do neglect the study of this knowledge, (the love of christ) which is of necessary concernment. c-crq p-acp dt j n1, pn22 vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, (dt n1 pp-f np1) r-crq vbz pp-f j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 203
1452 Lastly, we shall adde a word of Exhortation to stir up all to the study of the love of Christ. Lastly, we shall add a word of Exhortation to stir up all to the study of the love of christ. ord, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 203
1453 You who have spent, or rather mispent, many a precious hour in reading of Romanses, You who have spent, or rather Mis-spent, many a precious hour in reading of Romans, pn22 r-crq vhb vvn, cc av-c vvn, d dt j n1 p-acp vvg pp-f vvz, (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 203
1454 and fond histories, of feigned loves, yea, you who spend all your time, though it be about some matters of concernment, but neglecting this; and found histories, of feigned loves, yea, you who spend all your time, though it be about Some matters of concernment, but neglecting this; cc j n2, pp-f j-vvn n2, uh, pn22 r-crq vvb d po22 n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp vvg d; (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 203
1455 be stirred up now, to lay out your selves in the study of that which is sweet, be stirred up now, to lay out your selves in the study of that which is sweet, vbb vvn a-acp av, pc-acp vvi av po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 203
1456 and necessary, viz. the study of the love of Christ which passeth knowledge; and necessary, viz. the study of the love of christ which passes knowledge; cc j, n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 203
1457 you must conceive, that (as I hinted in the explication) my desire is, that you would labour to be well versed, and to be exact students in this businesse; you must conceive, that (as I hinted in the explication) my desire is, that you would labour to be well versed, and to be exact Students in this business; pn22 vmb vvi, cst (c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1) po11 n1 vbz, cst pn22 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi av vvn, cc pc-acp vbi j n2 p-acp d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 203
1458 I would not have you content your selves in some generalls, but labour to make a particular discovery of the love of Christ in its substance, in its circumstances, and in its sundry actions, and declarations: O remember, that this knowledge includeth in it all that knowledge which is necessary to be known for salvation. I would not have you content your selves in Some generals, but labour to make a particular discovery of the love of christ in its substance, in its Circumstances, and in its sundry actions, and declarations: Oh Remember, that this knowledge includeth in it all that knowledge which is necessary to be known for salvation. pns11 vmd xx vhi pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n2, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n2, cc p-acp po31 j n2, cc n2: uh vvb, cst d n1 vvz p-acp pn31 d cst n1 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 204
1459 When you have studied it well, you shall find that there is nothing in the whole doctrine of salvation, which is not comprehended in this love of Christ (as Calvin hath well observed upon the place) This knowledge is both safe and sweet; it is not such knowledge as wil puffe up the head, but it will purifie the heart: I doe not doubt that any can grow wanton, who attaineth to any spirituall saving degree of this knowledge. When you have studied it well, you shall find that there is nothing in the Whole Doctrine of salvation, which is not comprehended in this love of christ (as calvin hath well observed upon the place) This knowledge is both safe and sweet; it is not such knowledge as will puff up the head, but it will purify the heart: I do not doubt that any can grow wanton, who attaineth to any spiritual Saving degree of this knowledge. c-crq pn22 vhb vvn pn31 av, pn22 vmb vvi cst pc-acp vbz pix p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 (c-acp np1 vhz av vvn p-acp dt n1) d n1 vbz d j cc j; pn31 vbz xx d n1 c-acp vmb n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp pn31 vmb vvi dt n1: pns11 vdb xx vvi cst d vmb vvi j-jn, r-crq vvz p-acp d j vvg n1 pp-f d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 204
1460 The love of Christ will constrain to duty, and restrain from sin; therefore betake your selves to this study above all others. The love of christ will constrain to duty, and restrain from since; Therefore betake your selves to this study above all Others. dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp n1; av vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp d n2-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 204
1461 Now I shall offer something as meanes to help you, and as motives to encourage you. Now I shall offer something as means to help you, and as motives to encourage you. av pns11 vmb vvi pi p-acp vvz pc-acp vvi pn22, cc c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pn22. (9) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 204
1462 Onely by way of caution, learn to take heed of promising your selves too much; Only by Way of caution, Learn to take heed of promising your selves too much; j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg po22 n2 av av-d; (9) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 205
1463 Doe not think that you shall ever come to perfection of knowledge in this point, at least while you are in this life: Do not think that you shall ever come to perfection of knowledge in this point, At least while you Are in this life: vdb xx vvi cst pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp ds cs pn22 vbr p-acp d n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 205
1464 It is a point which may take up the study of all the Saints; (happily so much may bee couched in the 18 verse of this chapter, that you may bee able to comprehend with all Saints. ) He speaketh, It is a point which may take up the study of all the Saints; (happily so much may be couched in the 18 verse of this chapter, that you may be able to comprehend with all Saints.) He speaks, pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n2; (av-j av av-d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f d n1, cst pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp vvb p-acp d n2.) pns31 vvz, (9) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 205
1465 as if it were a Text, about which, not onely every Saint is to set himself, as if it were a Text, about which, not only every Saint is to Set himself, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr dt n1, p-acp r-crq, xx av-j d n1 vbz pc-acp vvi px31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 205
1466 but as which doth require all the abilities of all the Saints. but as which does require all the abilities of all the Saints. cc-acp p-acp r-crq vdz vvi d dt n2 pp-f d dt n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 205
1467 Look as some great point doth require the abilities of many Scholars (and all little enough, Look as Some great point does require the abilities of many Scholars (and all little enough, vvb p-acp d j n1 vdz vvi dt n2 pp-f d n2 (cc d j av-d, (9) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 205
1468 when joyned together) to make a good discovery thereof: when joined together) to make a good discovery thereof: c-crq vvn av) pc-acp vvi dt j n1 av: (9) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 205
1469 such is the love of Christ, as that all the Saints may well spend themselves in the study of it, such is the love of christ, as that all the Saints may well spend themselves in the study of it, d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp d d dt n2 vmb av vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 205
1470 and when they have brought all their notes together, and added all their studies together, they will bee able to make (at least in this life) but a very little discovery thereof. and when they have brought all their notes together, and added all their studies together, they will be able to make (At least in this life) but a very little discovery thereof. cc c-crq pns32 vhb vvn d po32 n2 av, cc vvd d po32 n2 av, pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi (p-acp ds p-acp d n1) p-acp dt j j n1 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 205
1471 Therefore take heed of promising your selves perfection in this study. Therefore take heed of promising your selves perfection in this study. av vvb n1 pp-f vvg po22 n2 n1 p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 206
1472 Now I adde this caution, not to deter you from the study, but to make you the more serious in it; Now I add this caution, not to deter you from the study, but to make you the more serious in it; av pns11 vvb d n1, xx pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1, p-acp pc-acp vvi pn22 dt av-dc j p-acp pn31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 206
1473 and also to keep you from casting of it off, after you have begun to understand it. and also to keep you from casting of it off, After you have begun to understand it. cc av p-acp vvb pn22 p-acp vvg pp-f pn31 a-acp, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 206
1474 It is with some Saints, as with Scholars, who having set about some study, and after some progresse, find the business so hard, It is with Some Saints, as with Scholars, who having Set about Some study, and After Some progress, find the business so hard, pn31 vbz p-acp d n2, c-acp p-acp n2, r-crq vhg vvn p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1, vvb dt n1 av av-j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 206
1475 and high, as that they can never come to the perfect knowledge thereof, they begin to slack in their indeavours, and to cast it off: and high, as that they can never come to the perfect knowledge thereof, they begin to slack in their endeavours, and to cast it off: cc j, c-acp cst pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt j n1 av, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp: (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 206
1476 But now beloved, consider it beforehand, that you may not afterwards cast off the study of the love of Christ, But now Beloved, Consider it beforehand, that you may not afterwards cast off the study of the love of christ, cc-acp av vvn, vvb pn31 av, cst pn22 vmb xx av vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 206
1477 when you have spent your selves to the uttermost, you shall never come to a perfection. when you have spent your selves to the uttermost, you shall never come to a perfection. c-crq pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2 p-acp dt j, pn22 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 206
1478 Yet let me adde this, the least beames of the love of Christ have so much light in them, Yet let me add this, the least beams of the love of christ have so much Light in them, av vvb pno11 vvi d, dt ds n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb av av-d vvi p-acp pno32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 206
1479 as that they will bee very sweet, and every peece or part of this knowledge, will be of very speciall worth: as that they will be very sweet, and every piece or part of this knowledge, will be of very special worth: c-acp cst pns32 vmb vbi av j, cc d n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, vmb vbi pp-f av j n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 206
1480 yea, the low, and imperfect knowledge of the love of Christ (if experimentall, and spirituall) is of infinite more value, yea, the low, and imperfect knowledge of the love of christ (if experimental, and spiritual) is of infinite more valve, uh, dt j, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 (cs j, cc j) vbz pp-f j n1 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 207
1481 than the high and perfect knowledge of Tenne thousand things besides: than the high and perfect knowledge of Tenne thousand things beside: cs dt j cc j n1 pp-f crd crd n2 a-acp: (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 207
1482 Yea, and one thing more let me adde, it is possible for you to attain to a very sweet and satisfactory degree of this knowledge. Yea, and one thing more let me add, it is possible for you to attain to a very sweet and satisfactory degree of this knowledge. uh, cc crd n1 av-dc vvi pno11 vvi, pn31 vbz j p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j j cc j n1 pp-f d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 207
1483 Qu. But what shall I do to attain a satisfactory degree of this knowledge of the love of Christ, Qu. But what shall I do to attain a satisfactory degree of this knowledge of the love of christ, n1 cc-acp q-crq vmb pns11 vdi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 207
1484 so as that albeit I cannot attain to the knowledge thereof fully, yet I may be able to attain so much, so as that albeit I cannot attain to the knowledge thereof Fully, yet I may be able to attain so much, av c-acp cst cs pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 av av-j, av pns11 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi av av-d, (9) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 207
1485 as may make me (at least) say, as it is in the Text, The love of Christ passeth knowledge? as may make me (At least) say, as it is in the Text, The love of christ passes knowledge? c-acp vmb vvi pno11 (p-acp ds) vvz, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1? (9) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 207
1486 Answ. For that I shall offer some directions, as concerning the means and helps how you may obtain the knowledge of the love of Christ; Answer For that I shall offer Some directions, as Concerning the means and helps how you may obtain the knowledge of the love of christ; np1 p-acp cst pns11 vmb vvi d n2, c-acp vvg dt n2 cc vvz c-crq pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 207
1487 And also as concerning the manner how wee should carry our selves in that study. First, For the meanes, I shall name these particulars. And also as Concerning the manner how we should carry our selves in that study. First, For the means, I shall name these particulars. cc av c-acp vvg dt n1 c-crq pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1. ord, c-acp dt n2, pns11 vmb vvi d n2-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 207
1488 First, Be much conversant in reading of the Gospel. How ever the Bible in general, doth give testimony concerning the person of Jesus Christ, First, Be much conversant in reading of the Gospel. How ever the bible in general, does give testimony Concerning the person of jesus christ, ord, vbb d j p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1. c-crq av dt n1 p-acp n1, vdz vvi n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 208
1489 and also in some measure concerning his affection to the Saints; and also in Some measure Concerning his affection to the Saints; cc av p-acp d n1 vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 208
1490 yet the Gospel (of all parts of the Bible) doth in a more ample, clear, and satisfactory Way, hold out the love of Christ to beleevers. yet the Gospel (of all parts of the bible) does in a more ample, clear, and satisfactory Way, hold out the love of christ to believers. av dt n1 (pp-f d n2 pp-f dt n1) vdz p-acp dt dc j, j, cc j n1, vvb av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 208
1491 That which all the Prophets spake of him, or of his love, is so allegoricall, and so darkly, That which all the prophets spoke of him, or of his love, is so allegorical, and so darkly, d r-crq d dt n2 vvd pp-f pno31, cc pp-f po31 n1, vbz av j, cc av av-j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 208
1492 as that it is not easie (at least for every one) to observe the light of Christs love, so clearly shining in them. as that it is not easy (At least for every one) to observe the Light of Christ love, so clearly shining in them. c-acp cst pn31 vbz xx j (p-acp ds p-acp d pi) pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, av av-j vvg p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 208
1493 Indeed the sun shine of Christs love is in the firmament of the old Testament, but as it is there, it is much clouded & much veiled. Indeed the sun shine of Christ love is in the firmament of the old Testament, but as it is there, it is much clouded & much veiled. np1 dt n1 vvi pp-f npg1 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp c-acp pn31 vbz a-acp, pn31 vbz d vvn cc av-d vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 208
1494 But in the Firmament of the new Testament it shineth in its full brightnesse; luster, and glory. And therefore bee most coversant in reading of it. But in the Firmament of the new Testament it shines in its full brightness; luster, and glory. And Therefore be most coversant in reading of it. p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pn31 vvz p-acp po31 j n1; n1, cc n1. cc av vbb av-ds j p-acp vvg pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 208
1495 And while you read the Gospel, be sure to carry this along with you, that all that which you shall read there, either ther in the life, or death of Christ, is still to be understood, And while you read the Gospel, be sure to carry this along with you, that all that which you shall read there, either there in the life, or death of christ, is still to be understood, cc cs pn22 vvb dt n1, vbb j pc-acp vvi d a-acp p-acp pn22, cst d d r-crq pn22 vmb vvi a-acp, av-d a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 209
1496 as a demonstration of his love to beleevers. as a demonstration of his love to believers. c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 209
1497 Secondly, If thou wouldest know the love of Christ, be sure to labour to get into the bosome of Christ; Secondly, If thou Wouldst know the love of christ, be sure to labour to get into the bosom of christ; ord, cs pns21 vmd2 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vbb j p-acp vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 209
1498 that Soul knoweth little of Christs love in the power, and sweetness, and Spirituality thereof, who knoweth only Christ in his head, as being without him, that Soul Knoweth little of Christ love in the power, and sweetness, and Spirituality thereof, who Knoweth only christ in his head, as being without him, cst n1 vvz j pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 av, r-crq vvz av-j np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vbg p-acp pno31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 209
1499 and is a stranger to the knowledge of Christ in his heart, as being in him. Labour therefore to have Christ revealed in thee (as Paul speaks of himself) otherwise all that knowledge which thou hast of the love of Christ, will be to little or no purpose. and is a stranger to the knowledge of christ in his heart, as being in him. Labour Therefore to have christ revealed in thee (as Paul speaks of himself) otherwise all that knowledge which thou hast of the love of christ, will be to little or no purpose. cc vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vbg p-acp pno31. n1 av pc-acp vhi np1 vvn p-acp pno21 (c-acp np1 vvz pp-f px31) av d cst n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vbi p-acp j cc dx n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 209
1500 Look as Jesus Christ did therefore know the Father most, because (as the Scripture saith) he lay in the Fathers bosome. Look as jesus christ did Therefore know the Father most, Because (as the Scripture Says) he lay in the Father's bosom. n1 p-acp np1 np1 vdd av vvi dt n1 av-ds, c-acp (c-acp dt n1 vvz) pns31 vvd p-acp dt ng1 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 209
1501 In like manner do thou labour to be in the bosome of Jesus Christ, that thou mayest the better know what is his love to beleevers. In like manner do thou labour to be in the bosom of jesus christ, that thou Mayest the better know what is his love to believers. p-acp j n1 vdb pns21 vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cst pns21 vm2 dt av-jc vvi r-crq vbz po31 n1 p-acp n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 209
1502 Thirdly, Consule with Beleevers. Ask those objects of love, concerning the love of Christ to them. Thirdly, Consul with Believers. Ask those objects of love, Concerning the love of christ to them. ord, n1 p-acp n2. vvb d n2 pp-f n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 210
1503 They that have had experience of his love, can best inform thee. They that have had experience of his love, can best inform thee. pns32 cst vhb vhn n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmb av-js vvi pno21. (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 210
1504 I make no question, but that a poor beleever, who hath tasted of the love of Christ, I make no question, but that a poor believer, who hath tasted of the love of christ, pns11 vvb dx n1, cc-acp cst dt j n1, r-crq vhz vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 210
1505 and in some measure experienced the transcendent sweetnesse thereof, is farre better able to helpe thee in this great study of the love of Christ, and in Some measure experienced the transcendent sweetness thereof, is Far better able to help thee in this great study of the love of christ, cc p-acp d n1 vvn dt j n1 av, vbz av-j jc j pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 210
1506 than the greatest Scholar in the world is, who it may bee hath read, or heard something of his love, than the greatest Scholar in the world is, who it may be hath read, or herd something of his love, cs dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz, r-crq pn31 vmb vbi vhz vvn, cc vvd pi pp-f po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 210
1507 but yet hath no experience thereof in his soul. Fourthly, Study thine own experiences. Consider the carriage of Christ particularly towards thy soul. but yet hath no experience thereof in his soul. Fourthly, Study thine own experiences. Consider the carriage of christ particularly towards thy soul. cc-acp av vhz dx n1 av p-acp po31 n1. ord, vvb po21 d n2. vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j p-acp po21 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 210
1508 Remember how long hee bare with thee, whilst thou wast in the state of nature, I and an enemy unto him. remember how long he bore with thee, while thou wast in the state of nature, I and an enemy unto him. np1 c-crq av-j pns31 vvd p-acp pno21, cs pns21 vbd2s p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 cc dt n1 p-acp pno31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 210
1509 How long did hee stand knocking at the door, ere thou didst open? How long did he come wooing of thy soul, ere thou didst imbrace him? How many ways did hee take to work upon thee, to open thine heart to let him in, that hee might love thee? How freely did hee tender love to thy soul? was there any other condition, on which hee tendred himself to thee, How long did he stand knocking At the door, ere thou didst open? How long did he come wooing of thy soul, ere thou didst embrace him? How many ways did he take to work upon thee, to open thine heart to let him in, that he might love thee? How freely did he tender love to thy soul? was there any other condition, on which he tendered himself to thee, c-crq av-j vdd pns31 vvi vvg p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns21 vdd2 vvi? c-crq av-j vdd pns31 vvi vvg pp-f po21 n1, c-acp pns21 vdd2 vvi pno31? c-crq d n2 vdd pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno21? c-crq av-j vdd pns31 vvi n1 p-acp po21 n1? vbds a-acp d j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd px31 p-acp pno21, (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 211
1510 than thine acceptance of him? Said he not, when he came and knocked at thy door, than thine acceptance of him? Said he not, when he Come and knocked At thy door, cs po21 n1 pp-f pno31? j-vvn pns31 xx, c-crq pns31 vvd cc vvd p-acp po21 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 211
1511 if thou wilt open, I will come in and sup; if thou wilt open, I will come in and sup; cs pns21 vm2 vvi, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp cc vvi; (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 211
1512 and thy heart shall be at no cost to prepare, I have brought that with me that shall feast thee? Said hee not, and thy heart shall be At no cost to prepare, I have brought that with me that shall feast thee? Said he not, cc po21 n1 vmb vbi p-acp dx n1 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vhb vvn d p-acp pno11 cst vmb vvi pno21? vvd pns31 xx, (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 211
1513 if thou doe but thinst, come and drink, and if thy heart bee but willing, eat the good things of my bosome, and live for ever. if thou do but thinst, come and drink, and if thy heart be but willing, eat the good things of my bosom, and live for ever. cs pns21 vdi p-acp vv2, vvb cc vvi, cc cs po21 n1 vbi p-acp j, vvb dt j n2 pp-f po11 n1, cc vvi p-acp av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 211
1514 Thus mind those experiences of Christs acting towards thee: Thus mind those experiences of Christ acting towards thee: av n1 d n2 pp-f npg1 vvg p-acp pno21: (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 211
1515 Remember all the Feasts of love which hee hath given thee, and by these thou wilt come to see, how good, how kind, how loving he is. remember all the Feasts of love which he hath given thee, and by these thou wilt come to see, how good, how kind, how loving he is. vvb d dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno21, cc p-acp d pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp vvb, c-crq j, c-crq n1, c-crq vvg pns31 vbz. (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 211
1516 Lastly, Adde prayer to all these. It is the choycest wisdome to be wise in the knowledge of Christs love: Lastly, Add prayer to all these. It is the Choicest Wisdom to be wise in the knowledge of Christ love: ord, vvb n1 p-acp d d. pn31 vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 211
1517 And if you lack this wisdome, James giveth you his advice, ask it of God, and if you ask of God a wise heart in this particular, doubtless he will not deny thee; And if you lack this Wisdom, James gives you his Advice, ask it of God, and if you ask of God a wise heart in this particular, doubtless he will not deny thee; cc cs pn22 vvb d n1, np1 vvz pn22 po31 n1, vvb pn31 pp-f np1, cc cs pn22 vvb pp-f np1 dt j n1 p-acp d j, av-j pns31 vmb xx vvi pno21; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 212
1518 for he giveth liberally to those that ask and upbraideth no man. for he gives liberally to those that ask and upbraideth no man. p-acp pns31 vvz av-j p-acp d cst vvb cc vvz dx n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 212
1519 Then ask of him much, Beg of him a wise and an understanding heart, to know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge. Then ask of him much, Beg of him a wise and an understanding heart, to know the love of christ which passes knowledge. av vvi pp-f pno31 av-d, vvb pp-f pno31 dt j cc dt j-vvg n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 212
1520 Intreat God that thou mayest be taught of him, to know what is the love of himself, Entreat God that thou Mayest be taught of him, to know what is the love of himself, vvb np1 cst pns21 vm2 vbi vvn pp-f pno31, pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f px31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 212
1521 and of his Son. As Christ saith, Every man that hath heard, and learned of the Father, cometh to me: and of his Son. As christ Says, Every man that hath herd, and learned of the Father, comes to me: cc pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1 vvz, d n1 cst vhz vvn, cc j pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp pno11: (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 212
1522 So every Soul that the Father teacheth, will quickly learn to know what is the love of Christ to beleevers. So every Soul that the Father Teaches, will quickly Learn to know what is the love of christ to believers. av d n1 cst dt n1 vvz, vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 212
1523 And that thou mayest bee able to know the love of Christ in its luster, beg of God to bestow upon thee his Spirit. Christ hath said, The Father will give the Spirit to him that asketh him; And that thou Mayest be able to know the love of christ in its luster, beg of God to bestow upon thee his Spirit. christ hath said, The Father will give the Spirit to him that asks him; cc cst pns21 vm2 vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, vvb pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21 po31 n1. np1 vhz vvn, dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz pno31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 212
1524 And the Apostle saith, As no man knoweth the things of a man, but the spirit of a man which is in him; And the Apostle Says, As no man Knoweth the things of a man, but the Spirit of a man which is in him; cc dt n1 vvz, p-acp dx n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 212
1525 so none can know the things of Christ, but the Spirit of Christ. so none can know the things of christ, but the Spirit of christ. av pix vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 212
1526 Go to the Lord Jesus, and remember him of his promise: Tell him, he hath promised to send his Spirit, and that when the Spirit is come, he shall take of Christ, Go to the Lord jesus, and Remember him of his promise: Tell him, he hath promised to send his Spirit, and that when the Spirit is come, he shall take of christ, vvb p-acp dt n1 np1, cc vvb pno31 pp-f po31 vvi: vvb pno31, pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc cst c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vmb vvi pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 213
1527 and shew it unto the Soul. Intreat him therefore to shew his Spirit, and intreat him also, that his Spirit would come with the shedding abroad of his love. and show it unto the Soul. Entreat him Therefore to show his Spirit, and entreat him also, that his Spirit would come with the shedding abroad of his love. cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 vvb pno31 av pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vvi pno31 av, cst po31 n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt vvg av pp-f po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 213
1528 Say, O! that the Spirit would take of thy love, and shed it into me; Say, OH! that the Spirit would take of thy love, and shed it into me; n1, uh cst dt n1 vmd vvi pp-f po21 n1, cc vvb pn31 p-acp pno11; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 213
1529 and O! that he would shed it abroad into mine heart, that I may be able with all Saints to comprehend the height, and OH! that he would shed it abroad into mine heart, that I may be able with all Saints to comprehend the height, cc uh cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31 av p-acp po11 n1, cst pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 213
1530 and the depth, and the length, and the breadth of the love of Christ, and that I may be able also to know that love which passeth knowledge. and the depth, and the length, and the breadth of the love of christ, and that I may be able also to know that love which passes knowledge. cc dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc cst pns11 vmb vbi j av pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq vvz n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 213
1531 Having thus hinted a few words as concerning the means (how we may attain the knowledg of Christs love) I shall now adde a word or two concerning the manner how we should behave our selves in the use of this means, Having thus hinted a few words as Concerning the means (how we may attain the knowledge of Christ love) I shall now add a word or two Concerning the manner how we should behave our selves in the use of this means, vhg av vvn dt d n2 c-acp vvg dt n2 (c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1) pns11 vmb av vvi dt n1 cc crd vvg dt n1 c-crq pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 258 Page 213
1532 while we study the knowledge of Christs love; and for this take these directions. First, Be very exact. Exactness is requisite in all studies, but especially in this: while we study the knowledge of Christ love; and for this take these directions. First, Be very exact. Exactness is requisite in all studies, but especially in this: cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; cc p-acp d vvb d n2. ord, vbb av j. n1 vbz j p-acp d n2, cc-acp av-j p-acp d: (9) sermon (DIV1) 258 Page 213
1533 Gather up (O Beleever) all the crumbs and filings of this gold (Christs love.) When thou readest any thing concerning Christ, be exact to observe the smiles of his countenance, the words of his lips, the gesture of his hands, the turning of his eye, love doth thus observe them: Gather up (Oh Believer) all the crumbs and filings of this gold (Christ love.) When thou Readest any thing Concerning christ, be exact to observe the smiles of his countenance, the words of his lips, the gesture of his hands, the turning of his eye, love does thus observe them: vvb a-acp (uh n1) d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1 (npg1 n1.) c-crq pns21 vv2 d n1 vvg np1, vbb j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, n1 vdz av vvi pno32: (9) sermon (DIV1) 259 Page 214
1534 Sic oculos, sic ille manus, sic ora ferebat. Observation was made of eyes, and of hands, and of countenance; so doe thou observe: Sic Eyes, sic Isle manus, sic ora ferebat. Observation was made of eyes, and of hands, and of countenance; so do thou observe: fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1 vbds vvn pp-f n2, cc pp-f n2, cc pp-f n1; av vdb pns21 vvb: (9) sermon (DIV1) 259 Page 214
1535 be very curious •o study this love in all its circumst••ces, in all its doings, in all its demonstrations: If ever you would shew exactnesse in any study, shew it in this. be very curious •o study this love in all its circumst••ces, in all its doings, in all its demonstrations: If ever you would show exactness in any study, show it in this. vbb av j vdb vvi d n1 p-acp d po31 n2, p-acp d po31 n2-vdg, p-acp d po31 n2: cs av pn22 vmd vvi n1 p-acp d n1, vvb pn31 p-acp d. (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 214
1536 Doubtlesse the exacter you are in this study, the clearer you will be able to comprehend Christs love. Doubtless the exacter you Are in this study, the clearer you will be able to comprehend Christ love. av-j dt n1 pn22 vbr p-acp d n1, dt jc pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi npg1 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 214
1537 Secondly, be loving. Those know most of Christs love to them, who abound most in love to him: Secondly, be loving. Those know most of Christ love to them, who abound most in love to him: ord, vbb vvg. d vvb ds pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vvb av-ds p-acp n1 p-acp pno31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 214
1538 John seemeth to be most loving of all the Disciples, and therefore hee seemeth to have the greatest knowledge of Christs love; John seems to be most loving of all the Disciples, and Therefore he seems to have the greatest knowledge of Christ love; np1 vvz pc-acp vbi av-ds vvg pp-f d dt n2, cc av pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi dt js n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 215
1539 he was so happy as to lean on the bosome of the Lord Jesus; and to him was revealed more than to the rest of the Apostles. he was so happy as to lean on the bosom of the Lord jesus; and to him was revealed more than to the rest of the Apostles. pns31 vbds av j c-acp p-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1; cc p-acp pno31 vbds vvn av-dc cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 215
1540 Look, as that man doth but in vain expect mercy of God, who is without mercy himself; Look, as that man does but in vain expect mercy of God, who is without mercy himself; n1, c-acp cst n1 vdz p-acp p-acp j vvb n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz p-acp n1 px31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 215
1541 so doth that soul in vain desire to know Christs love, who is without all love himself: so does that soul in vain desire to know Christ love, who is without all love himself: av vdz d n1 p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, r-crq vbz p-acp d n1 px31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 215
1542 you may doe well to observe the context, here in this 3 Ephes. 17, 18, 19. v. The Apostle saith, that you Being rooted, and grounded in love, may bee able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the length, breadth, you may do well to observe the context, Here in this 3 Ephesians 17, 18, 19. v. The Apostle Says, that you Being rooted, and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the length, breadth, pn22 vmb vdi av pc-acp vvi dt n1, av p-acp d crd np1 crd, crd, crd n1 dt n1 vvz, cst pn22 vbg vvn, cc vvn p-acp n1, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, r-crq vbz dt n1, n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 215
1543 and depth, and height of the love of Christ, &c. To be grounded in love, is an excellent way to comprehend love: and depth, and height of the love of christ, etc. To be grounded in love, is an excellent Way to comprehend love: cc n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 215
1544 And doubtless Christ will bee very kind in the revelations of his love, to those in whom hee observes the workings of love. And doubtless christ will be very kind in the revelations of his love, to those in whom he observes the workings of love. cc av-j np1 vmb vbi av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 215
1545 Thirdly, bee very admiring in all the study; let all your reading bee mixed with admiration at every love-passage of Christ; Thirdly, be very admiring in all the study; let all your reading be mixed with admiration At every love-passage of christ; ord, vbb j vvg p-acp d dt n1; vvb d po22 vvg vbb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 215
1546 sit and meditate at every word of love; fit and meditate At every word of love; vvb cc vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 216
1547 stay, and wonder; adore the glory of that light which appeareth in any beam of love: stay, and wonder; adore the glory of that Light which appears in any beam of love: vvb, cc n1; vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 216
1548 And in the admiration of that love which doth appear, cast thy self at the feet of Christ, And in the admiration of that love which does appear, cast thy self At the feet of christ, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vdz vvi, vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 216
1549 and cry out, O the depth of love in thee! O the riches of the love of thy bosome! and cry out, Oh the depth of love in thee! O the riches of the love of thy bosom! cc vvb av, uh dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21! sy dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n1! (9) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 216
1550 that shouldest thus let out thy self to beleevers. that Shouldst thus let out thy self to believers. cst vmd2 av vvi av po21 n1 p-acp n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 216
1551 Lastly, when thou comest as it were at a stand, and canst not comprehend the transcendency of this love, Imitate the Philosopher, Lastly, when thou Comest as it were At a stand, and Canst not comprehend the transcendency of this love, Imitate the Philosopher, ord, c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1, cc vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvb dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 216
1552 and cast thy self into that sea of love, which thou wouldest fain fathome, or sound, and art not able; and cast thy self into that sea of love, which thou Wouldst fain fathom, or found, and art not able; cc vvb po21 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns21 vmd2 av-j n1, cc n1, cc vb2r xx j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 216
1553 Let that love comprehend thee, which thou canst not comprehend thy self: Let that love comprehend thee, which thou Canst not comprehend thy self: vvb d n1 vvi pno21, r-crq pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 216
1554 Emerge, and drown thy self, in that vast Ocean of thy Saviours bosome, and because thou art not able with any line of thine to sound the depth, sink thy very Soul, that it may be able to taste that, which thy study will not help thee so much as to see. Emerge, and drown thy self, in that vast Ocean of thy Saviors bosom, and Because thou art not able with any line of thine to found the depth, sink thy very Soul, that it may be able to taste that, which thy study will not help thee so much as to see. np1, cc vvb po21 n1, p-acp cst j n1 pp-f po21 ng1 n1, cc c-acp pns21 vb2r xx j p-acp d n1 pp-f png21 p-acp j dt n1, vvb po21 j n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d, r-crq po21 n1 vmb xx vvi pno21 av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 216
1555 I shall now adde but a word to stir you up (in the use of these means, and in this manner hinted) seriously to prosecute the sweet study of the love of Christ. I shall now add but a word to stir you up (in the use of these means, and in this manner hinted) seriously to prosecute the sweet study of the love of christ. pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp (p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc p-acp d n1 vvn) av-j p-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 217
1556 First, I might tell you, That all the time that you spend in this study will be very delightful, First, I might tell you, That all the time that you spend in this study will be very delightful, ord, pns11 vmd vvi pn22, cst d dt n1 cst pn22 vvb p-acp d n1 vmb vbi av j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 217
1557 and very profitable, and you will have no reason to repent thereof. and very profitable, and you will have no reason to Repent thereof. cc av j, cc pn22 vmb vhi dx n1 pc-acp vvi av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 217
1558 Those who have spent (or rather mis-spent) their time in reading of the fine Histories of feigned Loves, have at last been forced to confess their follies in so doing. Those who have spent (or rather misspent) their time in reading of the fine Histories of feigned Loves, have At last been forced to confess their follies in so doing. d r-crq vhb vvn (cc av-c vvn) po32 n1 p-acp vvg pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1 vvz, vhb p-acp ord vbn vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp av vdg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 217
1559 That well-deserving person, Sir Philip Sidney, is reported to have lamented upon his Death-bed, the mis-spending of those parts which God had given him, in the penning of that well-penned peece, his Arcadia. But surely (beleevers) to lye upon a Death-bed, That well-deserving person, Sir Philip Sidney, is reported to have lamented upon his Deathbed, the misspending of those parts which God had given him, in the penning of that well-penned piece, his Arcadia. But surely (believers) to lie upon a Deathbed, cst j n1, n1 np1 np1, vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp po31 n1, dt j pp-f d n2 r-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f cst j n1, po31 np1. cc-acp av-j (n2) pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 217
1560 and to consider, that although all thy time were (every hour thereof) spent in the study of Christs love, you will bee so farre from repenting of it, and to Consider, that although all thy time were (every hour thereof) spent in the study of Christ love, you will be so Far from repenting of it, cc pc-acp vvi, cst cs d po21 n1 vbdr (d n1 av) vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pn22 vmb vbi av av-j p-acp vvg pp-f pn31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 217
1561 as that you will have just cause to rejoyce in it. But not to urge this, doe but as that you will have just cause to rejoice in it. But not to urge this, do but c-acp cst pn22 vmb vhi j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi d, vdb p-acp (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 218
1562 Secondly, consider the times in which we live. How little love is there in these dayes! Secondly, Consider the times in which we live. How little love is there in these days! ord, vvb dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb. c-crq j n1 vbz a-acp p-acp d n2! (9) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 218
1563 surely, the love of many is waxen cold, though it bee pressed much, yet it is but little practised; Though all pretend to complain of the want of love, surely, the love of many is waxed cold, though it be pressed much, yet it is but little practised; Though all pretend to complain of the want of love, av-j, dt n1 pp-f d vbz j n-jn, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn av-d, av pn31 vbz p-acp j vvn; cs d vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 218
1564 and seem to presse the exercise of love: and seem to press the exercise of love: cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 218
1565 Yet where is the man, that maketh it the sweetnesse of his life, to let others tast the sweetnesse of his love? Surely while there is such little love among men, it is but meet that we should study the love that is in Christ. But Yet where is the man, that makes it the sweetness of his life, to let Others taste the sweetness of his love? Surely while there is such little love among men, it is but meet that we should study the love that is in christ. But av q-crq vbz dt n1, cst vv2 pn31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi n2-jn n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? av-j cs a-acp vbz d j n1 p-acp n2, pn31 vbz p-acp j cst pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 cst vbz p-acp np1. p-acp (9) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 218
1566 Thirdly, especially consider the sweetnesse that the knowledge of the love of Christ will bring to thy soul in any case. Thirdly, especially Consider the sweetness that the knowledge of the love of christ will bring to thy soul in any case. ord, av-j vvi dt n1 cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1 p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 218
1567 Little do you know what comfort is wrapped up in the knowledge of Christs love. Little do you know what Comfort is wrapped up in the knowledge of Christ love. av-j vdb pn22 vvb r-crq n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 218
1568 How oft doth but a thought of this, revive the spirits of the fainting Saints? With what a composure of spirit is a beleeve able to behave himself in any tribulation, How oft does but a Thought of this, revive the spirits of the fainting Saints? With what a composure of Spirit is a believe able to behave himself in any tribulation, uh-crq av vdz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, vvb dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n2? p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt vvb j pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 219
1569 when he knoweth, that the love of his Saviour is without knowledge? Without the knowledge of this love, nothing will bee sweet, but with the knowledge of this love, nothing can be bitter. And this is that which we shall come unto, when he Knoweth, that the love of his Saviour is without knowledge? Without the knowledge of this love, nothing will be sweet, but with the knowledge of this love, nothing can be bitter. And this is that which we shall come unto, c-crq pns31 vvz, cst dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz p-acp n1? p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pix vmb vbi j, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pix vmb vbi j. cc d vbz d r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp, (9) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 219
1570 as the last thing observed from these words, viz. to let you see, how efficacious the love of Christ is unto the supporting of beleevers in any tribulation. as the last thing observed from these words, viz. to let you see, how efficacious the love of christ is unto the supporting of believers in any tribulation. c-acp dt ord n1 vvn p-acp d n2, n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb, c-crq j dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2 p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 219
1571 SERMON VI. EPHES. 3. Ver. 19 And to know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge. SERMON VI. EPHESIANS. 3. Ver. 19 And to know the love of christ which passes knowledge. n1 crd. np1. crd np1 crd cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 220
1572 HE that is but little skilled in the knowledge of the face of times, may very well see, that these times wherein wee live are very sad: Calamity lyeth upon every Creature; HE that is but little skilled in the knowledge of the face of times, may very well see, that these times wherein we live Are very sad: Calamity lies upon every Creature; pns31 cst vbz cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, vmb av av vvi, cst d n2 c-crq pns12 vvb vbr av j: n1 vvz p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 220
1573 and woe hath (as it were) entred upon the Stage of the World, and acts a very bloudy part, to the terrour of all, even beleevers themselves; and woe hath (as it were) entered upon the Stage of the World, and acts a very bloody part, to the terror of all, even believers themselves; cc n1 vhz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 dt j j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, av n2 px32; (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 220
1574 some put on black, and walk disconsolately; Some put on black, and walk disconsolately; d vvd p-acp j-jn, cc vvi av-j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 220
1575 yea almost all the sonnes of men are clad in mourning, as being sensible of the misery under, which most of the world at this day groans. yea almost all the Sons of men Are clad in mourning, as being sensible of the misery under, which most of the world At this day groans. uh av d dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, c-acp vbg j pp-f dt n1 p-acp, r-crq av-ds pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 vvz. (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 221
1576 In these times therefore what can be more suitable to our thoughts, than to consider of that which may serve to support our spirits. In these times Therefore what can be more suitable to our thoughts, than to Consider of that which may serve to support our spirits. p-acp d n2 av q-crq vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp po12 n2, cs pc-acp vvi pp-f d r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 221
1577 It is the wisdome of such as are weak, and lyable to faintings, to carry about them some cordiall or other to revive them: It is the Wisdom of such as Are weak, and liable to faintings, to carry about them Some cordial or other to revive them: pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vbr j, cc j p-acp n2-vvg, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 d j cc j-jn pc-acp vvi pno32: (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 221
1578 And it should bee (doubtlesse) the wisdome of beleevers (who are liable alwayes to tribulations) to lay in something which may keep them from fainting under these tribulations. And it should be (doubtless) the Wisdom of believers (who Are liable always to tribulations) to lay in something which may keep them from fainting under these tribulations. cc pn31 vmd vbi (av-j) dt n1 pp-f n2 (r-crq vbr j av p-acp n2) pc-acp vvi p-acp pi r-crq vmb vvi pno32 p-acp vvg p-acp d n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 221
1579 Indeed our Lord Jesus, out of the riches of his mercy, hath prepared, and provided, rich, Indeed our Lord jesus, out of the riches of his mercy, hath prepared, and provided, rich, np1 po12 n1 np1, av pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vhz vvn, cc vvn, j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 221
1580 and glorious cordials to support the souls of his: and glorious cordials to support the Souls of his: cc j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 221
1581 And it is our duty (especially who are the Ministers of the Lord Jesus) to help beleevers with these cordials, which our Lord and their Lord hath prepared: And it is our duty (especially who Are the Ministers of the Lord jesus) to help believers with these cordials, which our Lord and their Lord hath prepared: cc pn31 vbz po12 n1 (av-j r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1) pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d n2, r-crq po12 n1 cc po32 n1 vhz vvn: (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 221
1582 And therefore while others, forgetting not onely the Saints, but themselves, take leave to presse and urge great things (as matters of faith) upon poor souls (as if they had dominion over their faith. ) I shall endeavour to imitate the great Apostle Paul, rather to shew my self a helper of your Joy, than a Lord of your faith. And Therefore while Others, forgetting not only the Saints, but themselves, take leave to press and urge great things (as matters of faith) upon poor Souls (as if they had dominion over their faith.) I shall endeavour to imitate the great Apostle Paul, rather to show my self a helper of your Joy, than a Lord of your faith. cc av cs n2-jn, vvg xx av-j dt n2, cc-acp px32, vvb n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi j n2 (c-acp n2 pp-f n1) p-acp j n2 (c-acp cs pns32 vhd n1 p-acp po32 n1.) pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 np1, av-c pc-acp vvi po11 n1 dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, cs dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 222
1583 It was this indeed which Paul was much upon, viz. the furtherance of the joy, and comfort of beleevers: It was this indeed which Paul was much upon, viz. the furtherance of the joy, and Comfort of believers: pn31 vbds d av r-crq np1 vbds av-d p-acp, n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 222
1584 And it is this which he drives at in these words, in the behalf of the Ephesians; And it is this which he drives At in these words, in the behalf of the Ephesians; cc pn31 vbz d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 222
1585 for fearing lest the newes of these troubles in which hee was, should so far trouble the Ephesians, for fearing lest the news of these Troubles in which he was, should so Far trouble the Ephesians, c-acp vvg cs dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds, vmd av av-j vvi dt njp2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 222
1586 as to make them faint, he therefore boweth his knees to the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, that he would be pleased to give them the knowledge of the love of Christ: as to make them faint, he Therefore boweth his knees to the Father of our Lord jesus christ, that he would be pleased to give them the knowledge of the love of christ: c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 j, pns31 av vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 222
1587 that so by it, their spirits may be kept from fainting, either at the news of his, that so by it, their spirits may be kept from fainting, either At the news of his, cst av p-acp pn31, po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f png31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 222
1588 or fear of their own tribulations; or Fear of their own tribulations; cc n1 pp-f po32 d n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 222
1589 This being therefore the end why Paul prayeth to God in the behalf of the Ephesians, that they might know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge, I did observe this Doctrine from it, viz. This being Therefore the end why Paul Prayeth to God in the behalf of the Ephesians, that they might know the love of christ which passes knowledge, I did observe this Doctrine from it, viz. d vbg av dt n1 q-crq np1 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1, pns11 vdd vvi d n1 p-acp pn31, n1 (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 223
1590 That the spiritual knowledge of the transcendency of Christs love towards his, is of special efficacy to keep our hearts from fainting under any troubles. That the spiritual knowledge of the transcendency of Christ love towards his, is of special efficacy to keep our hearts from fainting under any Troubles. cst dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp png31, vbz pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp d n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 223
1591 I suppose you easily see both the foundation, and the proof of this point, in this place; I suppose you Easily see both the Foundation, and the proof of this point, in this place; pns11 vvb pn22 av-j vvb d dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 271 Page 223
1592 yet that you may see both the clearer, let mee hint these three things. yet that you may see both the clearer, let me hint these three things. av cst pn22 vmb vvi d dt jc, vvb pno11 n1 d crd n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 271 Page 223
1593 First, consider it, That the Apostle supposeth, that the Ephesiant hearts were apt to faint at their tribulations. First, Consider it, That the Apostle Supposeth, that the Ephesiant hearts were apt to faint At their tribulations. ord, vvb pn31, cst dt n1 vvz, cst dt j n2 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 223
1594 At the 13 verse, his desire that they might not faint, doth clearly intimate this, that they were apt to faint. At the 13 verse, his desire that they might not faint, does clearly intimate this, that they were apt to faint. p-acp dt crd n1, po31 n1 cst pns32 vmd xx vvi, vdz av-j vvi d, cst pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 223
1595 Indeed the children of faith, are not onely prone to fear, but are apt to faint in those fears. Indeed the children of faith, Are not only prove to Fear, but Are apt to faint in those fears. np1 dt n2 pp-f n1, vbr xx av-j j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vbr j p-acp j p-acp d n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 223
1596 Secondly, observe how upon this fear of the Apostle, lest they might faint, or (if you will) upon his desire that they might not faint, he falleth to prayer, Secondly, observe how upon this Fear of the Apostle, lest they might faint, or (if you will) upon his desire that they might not faint, he falls to prayer, ord, vvb c-crq p-acp d vvb pp-f dt n1, cs pns32 vmd vvi, cc (cs pn22 vmb) p-acp po31 vvb cst pns32 vmd xx vvi, pns31 vvz p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 223
1597 and maketh it his request to God, (whose alone royalty is to support the fainting spirits of all the creatures) that be would be pleased to keep them from fainting: and makes it his request to God, (whose alone royalty is to support the fainting spirits of all the creatures) that be would be pleased to keep them from fainting: cc vv2 pn31 po31 vvi p-acp np1, (rg-crq j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg n2 pp-f d dt n2) d vbb vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg: (10) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 224
1598 For (saith hee) for this cause I how my knees to the Father of our Lord Jesus; For (Says he) for this cause I how my knees to the Father of our Lord jesus; c-acp (vvz pns31) p-acp d n1 pns11 c-crq po11 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 224
1599 (that is) upon this desire of mine, that you might not faint, I bow my knee to him, who alone is able to support your spirits. (that is) upon this desire of mine, that you might not faint, I bow my knee to him, who alone is able to support your spirits. (cst vbz) p-acp d n1 pp-f png11, cst pn22 vmd xx vvi, pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq av-j vbz j pc-acp vvi po22 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 224
1600 Thirdly, Consider, that among the rest of those things which he prayeth to God for, in their behalf, that they might not faint, hee prayeth for this in the Text (as in the last place) that they may know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge. Thirdly, Consider, that among the rest of those things which he Prayeth to God for, in their behalf, that they might not faint, he Prayeth for this in the Text (as in the last place) that they may know the love of christ which passes knowledge. ord, vvb, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp, p-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi, pns31 vvz p-acp d p-acp dt n1 (c-acp p-acp dt ord n1) d pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 224
1601 And indeed, the very spirit, and strength of all that, which the Apostle had prayed for (in the former verses, in their behalf) lyeth in this last. And indeed, the very Spirit, and strength of all that, which the Apostle had prayed for (in the former Verses, in their behalf) lies in this last. cc av, dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f d d, r-crq dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp (p-acp dt j n2, p-acp po32 n1) vvz p-acp d ord. (10) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 224
1602 And happily therefore it was that hee bringeth in this as the last particular, being (as it were) that last cordiall, which he prayed for, in their behalf, And happily Therefore it was that he brings in this as the last particular, being (as it were) that last cordial, which he prayed for, in their behalf, cc av-j av pn31 vbds cst pns31 vvz p-acp d c-acp dt ord j, vbg (c-acp pn31 vbdr) d vvb j, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp, p-acp po32 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 224
1603 and if it had failed, hee knew not (as it were) what to ask of God for them: and if it had failed, he knew not (as it were) what to ask of God for them: cc cs pn31 vhd vvn, pns31 vvd xx (c-acp pn31 vbdr) q-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 p-acp pno32: (10) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 224
1604 This is, as it were, the last Dosis of the Doctor, which if it help not the patient, the Doctor is at a stand, This is, as it were, the last Dosis of the Doctor, which if it help not the patient, the Doctor is At a stand, d vbz, c-acp pn31 vbdr, dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq cs pn31 vvb xx dt j, dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 225
1605 and is puzled, and knoweth not what else to give; and is puzzled, and Knoweth not what Else to give; cc vbz vvn, cc vvz xx r-crq av pc-acp vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 225
1606 so that I suppose you may easily see, not onely the footing that this Text affords for this truth; so that I suppose you may Easily see, not only the footing that this Text affords for this truth; av cst pns11 vvb pn22 vmb av-j vvi, xx av-j dt vvg cst d n1 vvz p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 225
1607 but also a great, and solid proof of the truth thereof in it. but also a great, and solid proof of the truth thereof in it. cc-acp av dt j, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 av p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 225
1608 And yet, that you may see this truth more clearly from this place, I will in a word shew you, And yet, that you may see this truth more clearly from this place, I will in a word show you, cc av, cst pn22 vmb vvi d n1 av-dc av-j p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb p-acp dt n1 vvb pn22, (10) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 225
1609 how that the very spirits and strength of the other cordialls which hee here prayeth for, are as it were wrapped up in this, viz. The knowledge of the love of Christ. For consider, how that the very spirits and strength of the other cordials which he Here Prayeth for, Are as it were wrapped up in this, viz. The knowledge of the love of christ. For Consider, c-crq d dt j n2 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2 r-crq pns31 av vvz p-acp, vbr p-acp pn31 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp d, n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. p-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 225
1610 First, hee prayeth that they might bee strengthened in the inward man by his Spirit, verse 16. Now what is that strength of the inward man by the Spirit? but that divine and spirituall joy which is through him. First, he Prayeth that they might be strengthened in the inward man by his Spirit, verse 16. Now what is that strength of the inward man by the Spirit? but that divine and spiritual joy which is through him. ord, pns31 vvz cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 crd av q-crq vbz d n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1? cc-acp cst j-jn cc j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 225
1611 The joy of the Lord doth give strength, Nehem. 8.10. The joy of the Lord does give strength, Nehemiah 8.10. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz vvi n1, np1 crd. (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 225
1612 Now it is easie to demonstrate, that the chief ground upon which the Holy Ghost doth build that joy (which through him is in the hearts of beleevers) is this, viz. the shedding abroad of the love of Christ in them. Now it is easy to demonstrate, that the chief ground upon which the Holy Ghost does built that joy (which through him is in the hearts of believers) is this, viz. the shedding abroad of the love of christ in them. av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, cst dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vdz vvi cst n1 (r-crq p-acp pno31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2) vbz d, n1 dt n-vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 226
1613 Christ having promised to send the spirit as a comforter to beleevers (he saith) that he (i.e.) the spirit) shall take of mine, and shew unto you, John 16. ver. 14, & 15. Now what is there in all Jesus Christ, of sweeter efficacy and power, which the spirit can take, christ having promised to send the Spirit as a comforter to believers (he Says) that he (i.e.) the Spirit) shall take of mine, and show unto you, John 16. ver. 14, & 15. Now what is there in all jesus christ, of Sweeten efficacy and power, which the Spirit can take, np1 vhg vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 (pns31 vvz) cst pns31 (n1) dt n1) vmb vvi pp-f png11, cc vvi p-acp pn22, np1 crd fw-la. crd, cc crd av q-crq vbz a-acp p-acp d np1 np1, pp-f jc n1 cc n1, r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 226
1614 and declare to beleevers, than the knowledge of his love, which passeth knowledge? and declare to believers, than the knowledge of his love, which passes knowledge? cc vvi p-acp n2, cs dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vvz n1? (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 226
1615 So that if the strengthening of the inward man by the holy Ghost bee that which helps to support thy soul from fainting: So that if the strengthening of the inward man by the holy Ghost be that which helps to support thy soul from fainting: av cst cs dt vvg pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 vbb d r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp vvg: (10) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 226
1616 And if that working of the holy Ghost, bee by a creation of divine joy, or bringing of divine comfort; And if that working of the holy Ghost, be by a creation of divine joy, or bringing of divine Comfort; cc cs d n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cc vvg pp-f j-jn n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 226
1617 And that bringing of comfort in the spirit, depends upon revealing something of the heart of Christ to the soul, And that bringing of Comfort in the Spirit, depends upon revealing something of the heart of christ to the soul, cc cst vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp vvg pi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 226
1618 then it must needs bee, that the spirit of this cordiall, lyeth in the knowledge of the love of Christ, which alone the Spirit is able to bring in, then it must needs be, that the Spirit of this cordial, lies in the knowledge of the love of christ, which alone the Spirit is able to bring in, cs pn31 vmb av vbi, cst dt n1 pp-f d j, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq av-j dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp, (10) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 227
1619 as it were from Christs heart, and shed it into the hearts of beleevers, for the strengthening of the inward man. as it were from Christ heart, and shed it into the hearts of believers, for the strengthening of the inward man. c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp npg1 n1, cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 227
1620 Secondly, the Apostle doth pray, as a means to keep the Ephesians from fainting, that Christ may dwel in their hearts by faith, ver. Secondly, the Apostle does pray, as a means to keep the Ephesians from fainting, that christ may dwell in their hearts by faith, ver. ord, dt n1 vdz vvi, c-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi dt np1 p-acp vvg, cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1, fw-la. (10) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 227
1621 17. Now a very few thoughts will discover, that the strength of this comfort doth lye in the knowledge of Christs love. 17. Now a very few thoughts will discover, that the strength of this Comfort does lie in the knowledge of Christ love. crd av dt av d n2 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 227
1622 For whereas the soul may say, ah! For whereas the soul may say, ah! p-acp cs dt n1 vmb vvi, uh! (10) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 227
1623 but will Christ dwell in my heart? I would fain beleeve it, but what ground have I for such a beleef? Hee is the high and the lofty one, and I am mean and a poor creature; Hee is not only the brightnesse of his fathers glory, but the fulnesse of the fathers holinesse; but will christ dwell in my heart? I would fain believe it, but what ground have I for such a belief? He is the high and the lofty one, and I am mean and a poor creature; He is not only the brightness of his Father's glory, but the fullness of the Father's holiness; cc-acp vmb np1 vvi p-acp po11 n1? pns11 vmd av-j vvi pn31, cc-acp q-crq n1 vhb pns11 p-acp d dt n1? pns31 vbz dt j cc dt j pi, cc pns11 vbm j cc dt j n1; pns31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 227
1624 And will such a pure person as hee is, come and dwell in such a polluted house as I am? Thus the soul would, or might reason; And will such a pure person as he is, come and dwell in such a polluted house as I am? Thus the soul would, or might reason; cc vmb d dt j n1 c-acp pns31 vbz, vvb cc vvi p-acp d dt j-vvn n1 c-acp pns11 vbm? av dt n1 vmd, cc vmd vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 227
1625 but now all this reasoning is quieted, and this doubting will bee easily resolved by the knowledge of Christs love; but now all this reasoning is quieted, and this doubting will be Easily resolved by the knowledge of Christ love; cc-acp av d d n-vvg vbz vvn, cc d vvg vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 228
1626 for hee that knoweth the love of Christ, knoweth how willing Christ is to come into the heart of a poor beleever, for he that Knoweth the love of christ, Knoweth how willing christ is to come into the heart of a poor believer, c-acp pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz c-crq j np1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 228
1627 and how that daily and hourely hee doth stand at the door knocking for entrance. and how that daily and hourly he does stand At the door knocking for Entrance. cc c-crq cst j cc av-j pns31 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 228
1628 So that I say, the very Spirits of the other cordials, and as it were their quintessence, lying in this, the knowledge of the love of Christ, So that I say, the very Spirits of the other cordials, and as it were their quintessence, lying in this, the knowledge of the love of christ, av cst pns11 vvb, dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n2, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr po32 n1, vvg p-acp d, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 228
1629 It is very plain, That the knowledge of the love of Christ, is of speciall vertue and efficacy, to keep the hearts of beleevers from fainting under tribulations. It is very plain, That the knowledge of the love of christ, is of special virtue and efficacy, to keep the hearts of believers from fainting under tribulations. pn31 vbz av j, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz pp-f j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp vvg p-acp n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 228
1630 But I shall a little more demonstrate this point, First, By opening wherein this knowledge of the love of Christ doth consist. But I shall a little more demonstrate this point, First, By opening wherein this knowledge of the love of christ does consist. cc-acp pns11 vmb dt av-j av-dc vvi d n1, ord, p-acp vvg c-crq d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 228
1631 Secondly, By shewing wherein the speciall efficacy of that knowledge doth appear, for the supporting of the soul• from fainting fits in the time of trouble. Secondly, By showing wherein the special efficacy of that knowledge does appear, for the supporting of the soul• from fainting fits in the time of trouble. ord, p-acp vvg c-crq dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vdz vvi, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 228
1632 And then in the cloze of all, I shall make some Use and Application. And then in the close of all, I shall make Some Use and Application. cc av p-acp dt vvi pp-f d, pns11 vmb vvi d n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 284 Page 229
1633 For the first, Wherein doth the knowledge of Christs love consist, or what kind of knowledge of the love of Christ is it, which keepeth the heart from fainting? For the First, Wherein does the knowledge of Christ love consist, or what kind of knowledge of the love of christ is it, which Keepeth the heart from fainting? p-acp dt ord, c-crq vdz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvi, cc r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pn31, r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp vvg? (10) sermon (DIV1) 285 Page 229
1634 In the generall, I hinted it in that expression, the spirituall knowledge of the love of Christ; In the general, I hinted it in that expression, the spiritual knowledge of the love of christ; p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvd pn31 p-acp d n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 229
1635 That is, such a knowledge of Christs love, as the soul hath by the revelation of the Spirit, acting by the shedding abroad of that love, That is, such a knowledge of Christ love, as the soul hath by the Revelation of the Spirit, acting by the shedding abroad of that love, cst vbz, d dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, c-acp dt n1 vhz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f d n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 229
1636 even upon the spirit of a beleever. even upon the Spirit of a believer. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 229
1637 Look as the carnall knowledge of Christs person ( the knowledge of him after the flesh (as the Apostles phrase is) is not saving, neither is it sweet; Look as the carnal knowledge of Christ person (the knowledge of him After the Flesh (as the Apostles phrase is) is not Saving, neither is it sweet; n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 (dt n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 (c-acp dt n2 n1 vbz) vbz xx vvg, av-dx vbz pn31 j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 229
1638 So neither is the carnall knowledge of his love. So neither is the carnal knowledge of his love. av av-dx vbz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 229
1639 It is the spirituall knowledge of his person, and the spirituall knowledge of his love, which furthereth the everlasting happinesse of a soul hereafter, It is the spiritual knowledge of his person, and the spiritual knowledge of his love, which furthereth the everlasting happiness of a soul hereafter, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 229
1640 and the sweetnesse, and comfort of a soul here. and the sweetness, and Comfort of a soul Here. cc dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 229
1641 But more particularly, I shall hint two words for the explication of the knowledge of Christs love, what it is. But more particularly, I shall hint two words for the explication of the knowledge of Christ love, what it is. p-acp av-dc av-jn, pns11 vmb n1 crd n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq pn31 vbz. (10) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 230
1642 First, Negatively, It consisteth not in the bare notion of it. First, Negatively, It Consisteth not in the bore notion of it. ord, av-j, pn31 vvz xx p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 230
1643 All divine knowledge (whatsoever it bee) is without any efficacy, if it bee but barely in the notion. All divine knowledge (whatsoever it be) is without any efficacy, if it be but barely in the notion. d j-jn n1 (r-crq pn31 vbi) vbz p-acp d n1, cs pn31 vbi cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 230
1644 Look as in reference to duty, knowledge is not effectually imperative, to put the soul upon doing, Look as in Referente to duty, knowledge is not effectually imperative, to put the soul upon doing, n1 a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1 vbz xx av-j j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vdg, (10) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 230
1645 unlesse it sink deep into the soul (for the word falling among stones, and wanting root, did not arise up in fruit.) In like manner with reference unto joy, knowledge is no way efficaciously restorative (although it bee the knowledge of Christs love) unlesse it sink down from the head, into the hearts of beleevers. unless it sink deep into the soul (for the word falling among stones, and wanting root, did not arise up in fruit.) In like manner with Referente unto joy, knowledge is no Way efficaciously restorative (although it be the knowledge of Christ love) unless it sink down from the head, into the hearts of believers. cs pn31 vvb av-jn p-acp dt n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp n2, cc vvg n1, vdd xx vvi a-acp p-acp n1.) p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1 vbz dx n1 av-j n1 (cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1) cs pn31 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 230
1646 But as the Apostle putteth the knowledge of the glory of God the father (as to salvation) in this, viz. that God who commanded the light to shine out of darknes, had shined into their hearts, 2 Cor. 4.6. In like manner hee putteth the vertue of the knowledge of the love of God in making the soul patient in its waitings, (and by consequence not fainting in his troubles) in this, that the Lord would direct the Thessalonians hearts into the love of God; But as the Apostle putteth the knowledge of the glory of God the father (as to salvation) in this, viz. that God who commanded the Light to shine out of darkness, had shined into their hearts, 2 Cor. 4.6. In like manner he putteth the virtue of the knowledge of the love of God in making the soul patient in its waitings, (and by consequence not fainting in his Troubles) in this, that the Lord would Direct the Thessalonians hearts into the love of God; cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 (c-acp p-acp n1) p-acp d, n1 cst np1 r-crq vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f n1, vhd vvn p-acp po32 n2, crd np1 crd. p-acp j n1 pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg dt n1 j p-acp po31 n2, (cc p-acp n1 xx vvg p-acp po31 n2) p-acp d, cst dt n1 vmd vvi dt njp2 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 230
1647 the Lord (saith he) direct your hearts into the love of God, 2 Thes. 3.5. wherefore then, this is the first thing by way of negation, (that you may know wherein the knowledge of the love of Christ doth not consist) it is not the bare notion, or apprehension thereof in the head. the Lord (Says he) Direct your hearts into the love of God, 2 Thebes 3.5. Wherefore then, this is the First thing by Way of negation, (that you may know wherein the knowledge of the love of christ does not consist) it is not the bore notion, or apprehension thereof in the head. dt n1 (vvz pns31) vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd. q-crq av, d vbz dt ord n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (cst pn22 vmb vvi c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz xx vvi) pn31 vbz xx dt j n1, cc n1 av p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 231
1648 Secondly, and positively, The right knowledge of the love of Christ, in reference to the matter in hand, I conceive chiefly doth consist in two things. Secondly, and positively, The right knowledge of the love of christ, in Referente to the matter in hand, I conceive chiefly does consist in two things. ord, cc av-j, dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vvb av-jn vdz vvi p-acp crd n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 231
1649 First, In a particular application of the love of Christ to the soul by faith, (i.e.) that the soul should be able to lay home that to himself, in particular, which he understandeth to be in the heart of Christ, to every beleever in generall. First, In a particular application of the love of christ to the soul by faith, (i.e.) that the soul should be able to lay home that to himself, in particular, which he understands to be in the heart of christ, to every believer in general. ord, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (n1) cst dt n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi av-an d p-acp px31, p-acp j, r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 231
1650 The soul should bee able to say of the love of Christ, it is mine, for else (as hee said) quid haec mihi, nisi mea? what is all this to me, The soul should be able to say of the love of christ, it is mine, for Else (as he said) quid haec mihi, nisi mea? what is all this to me, dt n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz png11, p-acp av (c-acp pns31 vvd) fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la? q-crq vbz d d p-acp pno11, (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 232
1651 if it bee not mine? In like manner will the soul say, what is it to mee, if it be not mine? In like manner will the soul say, what is it to me, cs pn31 vbb xx png11? p-acp j n1 vmb dt n1 vvb, r-crq vbz pn31 p-acp pno11, (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 232
1652 if there be a transcendent love in the bosome of Christ to beleevers, if I have not a share in it? Look as the preaching of the word doth not profit them, in whom it is not mixed with faith (i.e.) (in the particular application thereof to themselves.) In like manner, if there be a transcendent love in the bosom of christ to believers, if I have not a share in it? Look as the preaching of the word does not profit them, in whom it is not mixed with faith (i.e.) (in the particular application thereof to themselves.) In like manner, cs pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, cs pns11 vhb xx dt n1 p-acp pn31? n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 vdz xx vvi pno32, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp n1 (n1) (p-acp dt j n1 av p-acp px32.) p-acp j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 232
1653 neither doth the love of Christ comfort any, if it bee not mixed with faith (i.e.) particularly applyed to their own souls; neither does the love of christ Comfort any, if it be not mixed with faith (i.e.) particularly applied to their own Souls; av-dx vdz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb d, cs pn31 vbb xx vvn p-acp n1 (n1) av-j vvd p-acp po32 d n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 232
1654 this is a faithfull saying (saith Paul) that Jesus Christ came into the world to save sinners, of which I am chief, 1 Tim. 1.15. this is a faithful saying (Says Paul) that jesus christ Come into the world to save Sinners, of which I am chief, 1 Tim. 1.15. d vbz dt j vvg (vvz np1) d np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, pp-f r-crq pns11 vbm j-jn, crd np1 crd. (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 232
1655 Herein was the truth of the saying, that Christ came to save sinners, but herein was the joy and comfort of Paul, that hee could say, I am chief. It is most clear, that the knowledge of the love of Christ is comforting, Herein was the truth of the saying, that christ Come to save Sinners, but herein was the joy and Comfort of Paul, that he could say, I am chief. It is most clear, that the knowledge of the love of christ is comforting, av vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg, cst np1 vvd pc-acp vvi n2, p-acp av vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi, pns11 vbm j-jn. pn31 vbz av-ds j, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvg, (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 232
1656 but the efficacy of it doth lye in the application: but the efficacy of it does lie in the application: cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 232
1657 Just as now, how choyce soever the cordiall bee, that is prescribed by the Doctor, it is of no comfort to cure the patient, if it bee not taken; Just as now, how choice soever the cordial be, that is prescribed by the Doctor, it is of no Comfort to cure the patient, if it be not taken; av c-acp av, c-crq n1 av dt j vbi, cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz pp-f dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt j, cs pn31 vbb xx vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 233
1658 In like manner, though the knowledge of the love of Christ bee one of the choisest cordialls which is revealed, In like manner, though the knowledge of the love of christ be one of the Choicest cordials which is revealed, p-acp j n1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb crd pp-f dt js n2 r-crq vbz vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 233
1659 yet it is of no vertue to the soul, unlesse it bee taken (i.e.) particularly applyed by faith. yet it is of no virtue to the soul, unless it be taken (i.e.) particularly applied by faith. av pn31 vbz pp-f dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vbb vvn (n1) av-j vvd p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 233
1660 This is the first thing, wherein the right knowledge of the love of Christ, as it is efficacious to comfort in troubles, doth consist. This is the First thing, wherein the right knowledge of the love of christ, as it is efficacious to Comfort in Troubles, does consist. d vbz dt ord n1, c-crq dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, vdz vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 233
1661 But secondly, It consisteth not only in the particular Application, but in a serious Meditation thereof, being applyed. But secondly, It Consisteth not only in the particular Application, but in a serious Meditation thereof, being applied. p-acp ord, pn31 vvz xx av-j p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 av, vbg vvd. (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 233
1662 Application taketh the cordiall (as it were in the mouth) and lets it down into the stomach; But meditation sucketh out the sweetness thereof: Application Takes the cordial (as it were in the Mouth) and lets it down into the stomach; But meditation sucketh out the sweetness thereof: n1 vvz dt j (c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1) cc vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1; p-acp n1 vvz av dt n1 av: (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 233
1663 And therefore it is said, my Meditation on him shall bee sweet, Psal. 104.4. Not only the knowing, and beleeving of it to bee the souls, but also the meditation is that which maketh it more sweet; And Therefore it is said, my Meditation on him shall be sweet, Psalm 104.4. Not only the knowing, and believing of it to be the Souls, but also the meditation is that which makes it more sweet; cc av pn31 vbz vvn, po11 n1 p-acp pno31 vmb vbi j, np1 crd. xx av-j dt vvg, cc vvg pp-f pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n2, cc-acp av dt n1 vbz d r-crq vvz pn31 av-dc j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 233
1664 if the cordiall which the patient taketh, bee never so sweet, yet, if it be spit out again, if the cordial which the patient Takes, be never so sweet, yet, if it be spit out again, cs dt j r-crq dt n1 vvz, vbb av-x av j, av, cs pn31 vbb vvb av av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 234
1665 and not chewed (as it were) or swallowed down, it affords but little refreshing: and not chewed (as it were) or swallowed down, it affords but little refreshing: cc xx vvn (c-acp pn31 vbdr) cc vvn a-acp, pn31 vvz p-acp j n-vvg: (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 234
1666 In like manner, though the love of Christ bee surpassing sweet (yea and albeit it bee as it were applied in the generall:) If it bee not meditated upon, it will bee but of little efficacy to keep the heart from fainting. In like manner, though the love of christ be surpassing sweet (yea and albeit it be as it were applied in the general:) If it be not meditated upon, it will be but of little efficacy to keep the heart from fainting. p-acp j n1, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbi vvg j (uh cc cs pn31 vbi c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1:) cs pn31 vbb xx vvn p-acp, pn31 vmb vbi cc-acp pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 234
1667 Wee will bee glad, and rejoyce in thee (saith the Spouse) Cant. 1. v. 4. yea but wherein would they find them joy? it followeth, in thy love: But how would they find out the sweetnesse of that joy, out of that love? it is hinted in this, I will remember thy love more than wine. we will be glad, and rejoice in thee (Says the Spouse) Cant 1. v. 4. yea but wherein would they find them joy? it follows, in thy love: But how would they find out the sweetness of that joy, out of that love? it is hinted in this, I will Remember thy love more than wine. pns12 vmb vbi j, cc vvi p-acp pno21 (vvz dt n1) np1 crd n1 crd uh p-acp q-crq vmd pns32 vvi pno32 n1? pn31 vvz, p-acp po21 n1: cc-acp q-crq vmd pns32 vvi av dt n1 pp-f d n1, av pp-f d n1? pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d, pns11 vmb vvi po21 n1 av-dc cs n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 234
1668 The remembrance, or the meditation upon the love of Christ, doth greatly rejoyce the heart of a beleever, more than wine doth the heart of any carnall creature. The remembrance, or the meditation upon the love of christ, does greatly rejoice the heart of a believer, more than wine does the heart of any carnal creature. dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vdz av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-dc cs n1 vdz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 234
1669 So that this shall suffice, as to the first particular, viz. the declaration, wherein the knowledge of the love of Christ, So that this shall suffice, as to the First particular, viz. the declaration, wherein the knowledge of the love of christ, av cst d vmb vvi, c-acp p-acp dt ord j, n1 dt n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 292 Page 234
1670 as it is efficacious to keep the heart from fainting in troubles, doth consist. as it is efficacious to keep the heart from fainting in Troubles, does consist. c-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2, vdz vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 292 Page 234
1671 Now in the next place wee shall shew, wherein the efficacie of such a knowledge as this is (of the love of Christ) doth appear, for the supporting of fainting souls, and this wee shall shew in two branches. First generally: Now in the next place we shall show, wherein the efficacy of such a knowledge as this is (of the love of christ) does appear, for the supporting of fainting Souls, and this we shall show in two branches. First generally: av p-acp dt ord n1 pns12 vmb vvi, c-crq dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp d vbz (pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1) vdz vvi, p-acp dt vvg pp-f j-vvg n2, cc d pns12 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2. ord av-j: (10) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 235
1672 The knowledge of the love of Christ will appear, in its effecting of five things, which are of great vertue, to bear up the heart that it faint not in any troubles, as now, The knowledge of the love of christ will appear, in its effecting of five things, which Are of great virtue, to bear up the heart that it faint not in any Troubles, as now, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi, p-acp po31 vvg pp-f crd n2, r-crq vbr pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 cst pn31 vvb xx p-acp d n2, c-acp av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 235
1673 First, in that it freeth the soul from those doubts and fears, in which it is, about its eternall condition. First, in that it freeth the soul from those doubts and fears, in which it is, about its Eternal condition. ord, p-acp cst pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz, p-acp po31 j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 235
1674 There is a great deal of vertue in such a freedome as this is, to keep up the soul from fainting in troubles; There is a great deal of virtue in such a freedom as this is, to keep up the soul from fainting in Troubles; pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 235
1675 usually even those that are faithfull, when they are in any troubles, are fearfull of their eternall estate, and doe much question it: usually even those that Are faithful, when they Are in any Troubles, Are fearful of their Eternal estate, and do much question it: av-j av d cst vbr j, c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp d n2, vbr j pp-f po32 j n1, cc vdb av-d vvi pn31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 235
1676 But when that fear is removed, and that great question is resolved, they are exceedingly inabled to bear up, not onely in regard of fainting under, But when that Fear is removed, and that great question is resolved, they Are exceedingly enabled to bear up, not only in regard of fainting under, cc-acp c-crq d n1 vbz vvn, cc cst j n1 vbz vvn, pns32 vbr av-vvg vvn p-acp vvi a-acp, xx av-j p-acp n1 pp-f vvg p-acp, (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 235
1677 but also cheerfully to goe through all their troubles. The example of that Martyr (Mr. Glover ) is famous for this; but also cheerfully to go through all their Troubles. The Exampl of that Martyr (Mr. Glover) is famous for this; cc-acp av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp d po32 n2. dt n1 pp-f d n1 (n1 np1) vbz j p-acp d; (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 236
1678 hee much doubted his condition a little before hee suffered, and there were a great many despondencies in his Spirit, he much doubted his condition a little before he suffered, and there were a great many Despondencies in his Spirit, pns31 d vvd po31 n1 dt j c-acp pns31 vvd, cc a-acp vbdr dt j d n2 p-acp po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 236
1679 and a great many faintings (as it were) so that hee did not carry himself so cheerfully as hee would; and a great many faintings (as it were) so that he did not carry himself so cheerfully as he would; cc dt j d n2-vvg (c-acp pn31 vbdr) av cst pns31 vdd xx vvi px31 av av-j c-acp pns31 vmd; (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 236
1680 but afterwards, when God was pleased to shine in with the assurance of his love, but afterwards, when God was pleased to shine in with the assurance of his love, cc-acp av, c-crq np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 236
1681 and to free him from this doubt, under which hee did saint, then was hee inabled, not only to bear out from fainting, and to free him from this doubt, under which he did saint, then was he enabled, not only to bear out from fainting, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vdd n1, av vbds pns31 vvn, xx av-j pc-acp vvi av p-acp vvg, (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 236
1682 but to go out, and suffer, with a great deal of joy and cheerfulnesse. but to go out, and suffer, with a great deal of joy and cheerfulness. cc-acp pc-acp vvi av, cc vvi, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 236
1683 Now it is easie to shew how the love of Christ serveth to free the soul from those doubts in which it is, about its eternall condition. Now it is easy to show how the love of christ serves to free the soul from those doubts in which it is, about its Eternal condition. av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz, p-acp po31 j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 296 Page 236
1684 He that knoweth the transcendency of Christs love, will bee easily freed from doubting about his condition. He that Knoweth the transcendency of Christ love, will be Easily freed from doubting about his condition. pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 296 Page 236
1685 The knowledge of Christs love in this respect casteth out fear: And indeed the chief ground of this doubting, is the want of the knowledge of the love of Christ; The knowledge of Christ love in this respect Cast out Fear: And indeed the chief ground of this doubting, is the want of the knowledge of the love of christ; dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d n1 vvz av n1: cc av dt j-jn n1 pp-f d vvg, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 296 Page 237
1686 when once the beleever is able to say, I know the love of Jesus Christ, when once the believer is able to say, I know the love of jesus christ, c-crq a-acp dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 296 Page 237
1687 and I know it not onely for others, but my self, then hee will bee able to resolve, What should I doubt? Or who should I fear? Sith Jesus Christ loveth mee with such a transcendent love? And thus being freed from his fears, hee is also freed from his faintings. and I know it not only for Others, but my self, then he will be able to resolve, What should I doubt? Or who should I Fear? Sith jesus christ loves me with such a transcendent love? And thus being freed from his fears, he is also freed from his faintings. cc pns11 vvb pn31 xx av-j p-acp n2-jn, cc-acp po11 n1, cs pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, q-crq vmd pns11 vvi? cc q-crq vmd pns11 vvi? a-acp np1 np1 vvz pno11 p-acp d dt j n1? cc av vbg vvn p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vbz av vvn p-acp po31 n2-vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 296 Page 237
1688 Secondly, An assurance of a rewards; after all sufferings, and tribulations, this doth mightily support the soul from fainting under them; Secondly, an assurance of a rewards; After all sufferings, and tribulations, this does mightily support the soul from fainting under them; ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n2; p-acp d n2, cc n2, d vdz av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp pno32; (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 237
1689 therefore it was, that Moses did not faint (though hee were in afflictions with the people of God ) because hee was assured of the recompence of reward; Therefore it was that Paul, notwithstanding his great tribulations, was kept from fainting, Therefore it was, that Moses did not faint (though he were in afflictions with the people of God) Because he was assured of the recompense of reward; Therefore it was that Paul, notwithstanding his great tribulations, was kept from fainting, av pn31 vbds, cst np1 vdd xx vvi (cs pns31 vbdr p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) c-acp pns31 vbds vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; av pn31 vbds d np1, a-acp po31 j n2, vbds vvn p-acp vvg, (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 237
1690 because hee was assured of a Crown of life, which was laid up for him: Because he was assured of a Crown of life, which was laid up for him: c-acp pns31 vbds vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbds vvn a-acp p-acp pno31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 237
1691 Therefore it was that Jesus Christ himself, was inabled to endure without fainting, because of the joy that was set before him. Therefore it was that jesus christ himself, was enabled to endure without fainting, Because of the joy that was Set before him. av pn31 vbds cst np1 np1 px31, vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg, c-acp pp-f dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 238
1692 Now the knowledge of the love of Christ doth effect, and produce this assurance. Now the knowledge of the love of christ does Effect, and produce this assurance. av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi, cc vvi d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 238
1693 The soul that knoweth how dearly Jesus Christ doth love him, and what transcendent affection hee beareth unto him, will with a little pains bee brought to beleeve, that certainly hee will fully and gloriously reward him, The soul that Knoweth how dearly jesus christ does love him, and what transcendent affection he bears unto him, will with a little pains be brought to believe, that Certainly he will Fully and gloriously reward him, dt n1 cst vvz c-crq av-jn uh-np np1 vdz vvi pno31, cc r-crq j n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, vmb p-acp dt j n2 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi, cst av-j pns31 vmb av-j cc av-j vvi pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 238
1694 for all the tribulations hee endureth for him. for all the tribulations he Endureth for him. c-acp d dt n2 pns31 vvz p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 238
1695 O! saith the beleever (that knoweth the love of Jesus Christ) albeit what I feel be sore, OH! Says the believer (that Knoweth the love of jesus christ) albeit what I feel be soar, uh vvz dt n1 (cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1) cs r-crq pns11 vvb vbb j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 238
1696 and what I fear be sadder, though my tribulations bee many, yea and heavy too, and what I Fear be sadder, though my tribulations be many, yea and heavy too, cc r-crq pns11 vvb vbi jc, cs po11 n2 vbb d, uh cc j av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 238
1697 yet I know I shall have a reward for all after all, because Jesus Christ loveth mee, with a love passing knowledge. And thus the beleever will bee sweetly supported from fainting. yet I know I shall have a reward for all After all, Because jesus christ loves me, with a love passing knowledge. And thus the believer will be sweetly supported from fainting. av pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp d c-acp d, c-acp np1 np1 vvz pno11, p-acp dt n1 vvg n1. cc av dt n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 238
1698 Thirdly, a full acquiescence, for rest in Christ, is very efficacious, to keep the soul from fainting under troubles. Thirdly, a full acquiescence, for rest in christ, is very efficacious, to keep the soul from fainting under Troubles. ord, dt j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp np1, vbz av j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 238
1699 That which causeth the heart to despond, and to bee apt to faint, is because it is apt to bee tossed up and down: That which Causes the heart to despond, and to be apt to faint, is Because it is apt to be tossed up and down: cst r-crq vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi, vbz c-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp cc a-acp: (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 239
1700 An unstable soul, is like to the vessell in the storm without an anchor, tossed up and down with every wave, and every wind; therefore it is, that souls are apt to fret, an unstable soul, is like to the vessel in the storm without an anchor, tossed up and down with every wave, and every wind; Therefore it is, that Souls Are apt to fret, dt j n1, vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvn a-acp cc a-acp p-acp d vvb, cc d n1; av pn31 vbz, cst n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 239
1701 and to faint, because they doe not, and cannot rest in God. and to faint, Because they do not, and cannot rest in God. cc pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns32 vdb xx, cc vmbx vvi p-acp np1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 239
1702 Hence is that exhortation, Psal. 37. v. 7. Rest in the Lord, fret not thy selfe. Hence is that exhortation, Psalm 37. v. 7. Rest in the Lord, fret not thy self. av vbz d n1, np1 crd n1 crd vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb xx po21 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 239
1703 Men do fret, and faint, because they doe not rest in the Lord: whereas if they could doe the one, they would bee free from the other. Men do fret, and faint, Because they do not rest in the Lord: whereas if they could do the one, they would be free from the other. n2 vdb vvi, cc j, c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1: cs cs pns32 vmd vdi dt crd, pns32 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 239
1704 Now the knowledge of the love of Christ, doth bring the soul to such a resting and quiescance on Christ. Now the knowledge of the love of christ, does bring the soul to such a resting and quiescance on christ. av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt vvg cc n1 p-acp np1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 239
1705 O saith the beleever, when I consider how Christ loveth mee, how out of that love to mee hee will plead my cause for me, Oh Says the believer, when I Consider how christ loves me, how out of that love to me he will plead my cause for me, uh vvz dt n1, c-crq pns11 vvb c-crq np1 vvz pno11, c-crq av pp-f d n1 p-acp pno11 pns31 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno11, (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 239
1706 and will one day make those by whom I now suffer tribulation, to come and worship before mee, that they may know that hee loveth mee, Apoc. 3.9. and will one day make those by whom I now suffer tribulation, to come and worship before me, that they may know that he loves me, Apocalypse 3.9. cc vmb crd n1 vvi d p-acp ro-crq pns11 av vvi n1, pc-acp vvi cc n1 p-acp pno11, cst pns32 vmb vvi cst pns31 vvz pno11, np1 crd. (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 239
1707 When I consider this, saith the soul, then am I enabled quietly to rest my heart in Christ, When I Consider this, Says the soul, then am I enabled quietly to rest my heart in christ, c-crq pns11 vvb d, vvz dt n1, av vbm pns11 vvd av-jn pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 240
1708 and to solace my soul in him, and to bee so far from fainting under, and to solace my soul in him, and to be so Far from fainting under, cc pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno31, cc pc-acp vbi av av-j p-acp vvg p-acp, (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 240
1709 or fretting at my tribulations, as that I am able in my patience to possesse my self, and to rejoyce in Christ. or fretting At my tribulations, as that I am able in my patience to possess my self, and to rejoice in christ. cc vvg p-acp po11 n2, c-acp cst pns11 vbm j p-acp po11 n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 240
1710 Thus the knowledge of the love of Christ worketh a resting upon him, and that rest keepeth from fainting. Thus the knowledge of the love of christ works a resting upon him, and that rest Keepeth from fainting. av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt j-vvg p-acp pno31, cc d n1 vvz p-acp vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 240
1711 Fourthly, Strength of love to Jesus Christs person serveth to support the soul from fainting under tribulations. Fourthly, Strength of love to jesus Christ person serves to support the soul from fainting under tribulations. ord, n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 npg1 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 240
1712 Jacobs love to Rachel kept him from fainting, under any hardnesse which hee did indure for her. Jacobs love to Rachel kept him from fainting, under any hardness which he did endure for her. np1 n1 p-acp np1 vvd pno31 p-acp vvg, p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vdd vvi p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 240
1713 And the spouse being sick of love to Christ, was made strong by that sicknesse, to endure much for Christ without fainting. And the spouse being sick of love to christ, was made strong by that sickness, to endure much for christ without fainting. cc dt n1 vbg j pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vbds vvn j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi d p-acp np1 p-acp vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 240
1714 The Watch-men smite her, and wound her; The Watchmen smite her, and wound her; dt n2 vvb pno31, cc vvi pno31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 240
1715 the keepers of the wall take her, and abuse her, taking away her veil from her: the keepers of the wall take her, and abuse her, taking away her veil from her: dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb pno31, cc vvi pno31, vvg av po31 n1 p-acp pno31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 240
1716 yet shee holds out, yet shee faints not at all this trouble, and why? because shee was sick of love for the Lord Jesus: yet she holds out, yet she faints not At all this trouble, and why? Because she was sick of love for the Lord jesus: av pns31 vvz av, av pns31 vvz xx p-acp d d n1, cc q-crq? c-acp pns31 vbds j pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 np1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 240
1717 Thus strength of •ove to Christ, keepeth a soul from fainting under sorrow. Now the knowledge of Christs love doth very facily, and freely work this: Thus strength of •ove to christ, Keepeth a soul from fainting under sorrow. Now the knowledge of Christ love does very facily, and freely work this: av n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vvz dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1. av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vdz j av-j, cc av-j vvi d: (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 241
1718 Hee that knoweth how transcendently Christ doth love him, cannot chuse but at least really love Christ again, yea, and strongly too. He that Knoweth how transcendently christ does love him, cannot choose but At least really love christ again, yea, and strongly too. pns31 cst vvz c-crq av-j np1 vdz vvi pno31, vmbx vvi cc-acp p-acp ds av-j vvi np1 av, uh, cc av-j av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Page 241
1719 Beleevers cannot chuse but love him, whom they know loved them first. Hence it is, that (Phoenix like) gathering together all the spicy actions of Christs love, Believers cannot choose but love him, whom they know loved them First. Hence it is, that (Phoenix like) gathering together all the spicy actions of Christ love, n2 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb pno31, ro-crq pns32 vvb vvd pno32 ord. av pn31 vbz, cst (n1 av-j) vvg av d dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Page 241
1720 and sweetly meditating upon them, they can fetch fire out of all, and sweetly dye in the flames of that fire, and never faint. and sweetly meditating upon them, they can fetch fire out of all, and sweetly die in the flames of that fire, and never faint. cc av-j vvg p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb vvi n1 av pp-f d, cc av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc av-x vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Page 241
1721 O how easily can the soul support it self from fainting under tribulations for Christ, O how Easily can the soul support it self from fainting under tribulations for christ, sy c-crq av-j vmb dt n1 vvb pn31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2 p-acp np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Page 241
1722 while it burneth with love to Christ? And how easie also is it for a soul not only to fetch fire to kindle, while it burns with love to christ? And how easy also is it for a soul not only to fetch fire to kindle, cs pn31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp np1? cc c-crq j av vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1 xx av-j pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Page 241
1723 but even to inflame? How also when it considereth the transcendent love of Christ to him. but even to inflame? How also when it Considereth the transcendent love of christ to him. cc-acp av p-acp vvi? c-crq av c-crq pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Page 241
1724 Fifthly, Adde to this in the last place this consideration, that divine joy is ever efficacious to keep the soul from fainting under trouble. Fifthly, Add to this in the last place this consideration, that divine joy is ever efficacious to keep the soul from fainting under trouble. ord, vvb p-acp d p-acp dt ord n1 d n1, cst j-jn n1 vbz av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 242
1725 There is a strengthening power in spiritual joy, to keep the souls of beleevers from fainting fits (as was hinted in the beginning.) Now the knowledge of Christs love is that which is able to produce that divine joy, There is a strengthening power in spiritual joy, to keep the Souls of believers from fainting fits (as was hinted in the beginning.) Now the knowledge of Christ love is that which is able to produce that divine joy, pc-acp vbz dt vvg n1 p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp j-vvg n2 (c-acp vbds vvn p-acp dt n1.) av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz d r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi d j-jn n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 242
1726 and that divine joy keeping the heart from sinking under sadnesse, it is easie to gather up this conclusion, that the knowledge of Christs love, is of speciall efficacy for keeping the soul from fainting under troubles. and that divine joy keeping the heart from sinking under sadness, it is easy to gather up this conclusion, that the knowledge of Christ love, is of special efficacy for keeping the soul from fainting under Troubles. cc d j-jn n1 vvg dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 242
1727 Now you have seen in a generall way, the efficacy of the knowledge of Christs love, to support the spirit from fainting in times of trouble. Now you have seen in a general Way, the efficacy of the knowledge of Christ love, to support the Spirit from fainting in times of trouble. av pn22 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 302 Page 242
1728 If you will see the summe of these five things reduced into one argument, take it thus. If you will see the sum of these five things reduced into one argument, take it thus. cs pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d crd n2 vvn p-acp crd n1, vvb pn31 av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 302 Page 242
1729 If freedom from fear about a mans eternall condition; If assurance of a reward, after all tribulations; If freedom from Fear about a men Eternal condition; If assurance of a reward, After all tribulations; cs n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt ng1 j n1; cs n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 242
1730 If resting upon Christ in a time of trouble; If resting upon christ in a time of trouble; cs vvg p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 243
1731 If strength of love to Christ, and also of divine joy through the Spirit, be efficacious to keep the heart from fainting under troubles, If strength of love to christ, and also of divine joy through the Spirit, be efficacious to keep the heart from fainting under Troubles, cs n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc av pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, vbb j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 243
1732 then the knowledge of the love of Christ, must needs be efficacious, because it produceth all these. then the knowledge of the love of christ, must needs be efficacious, Because it Produceth all these. cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb av vbi j, c-acp pn31 vvz d d. (10) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 243
1733 But now we have seen that freedom of the soul, 1 From doubts, about the eternall condition, And 2 assurance of a reward after all tribulations, And 3 an acquiescence or resting on Christ in time of trouble, together with 4 strength of love to Christ, And 5 divine joy, is ever efficacious that way, therefore, &c. But now we have seen that freedom of the soul, 1 From doubts, about the Eternal condition, And 2 assurance of a reward After all tribulations, And 3 an acquiescence or resting on christ in time of trouble, together with 4 strength of love to christ, And 5 divine joy, is ever efficacious that Way, Therefore, etc. p-acp av pns12 vhb vvn d n1 pp-f dt n1, crd p-acp n2, p-acp dt j n1, cc crd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n2, cc crd dt n1 cc vvg p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc crd j-jn n1, vbz av j cst n1, av, av (10) sermon (DIV1) 304 Page 243
1734 But now more particularly, I shall shew the efficacy of this cordiall (the knowledge of this love) to keep the heart from fainting under troubles, in these four things. But now more particularly, I shall show the efficacy of this cordial (the knowledge of this love) to keep the heart from fainting under Troubles, in these four things. p-acp av av-dc av-j, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d j (dt n1 pp-f d n1) pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j-vvg p-acp n2, p-acp d crd n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 243
1735 First, In that the knowledge of the love of Christ, doth (especially in such a nature as hath been described) go to the heart, First, In that the knowledge of the love of christ, does (especially in such a nature as hath been described) go to the heart, ord, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vdz (av-j p-acp d dt n1 a-acp vhz vbn vvn) vvb p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 243
1736 and refresheth the Spirits of a beleever. and refresheth the Spirits of a believer. cc vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 243
1737 Therefore is any thing cordiall, and refreshing, because it goeth to the heart, and hath a power on the Spirits. Therefore is any thing cordial, and refreshing, Because it Goes to the heart, and hath a power on the Spirits. av vbz d n1 j, cc vvg, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 244
1738 As now wine, hot water, Spirits and quintessences, &c. doe therefore cherish, because they warm the heart, and revive the Spirits: As now wine, hight water, Spirits and quintessences, etc. do Therefore cherish, Because they warm the heart, and revive the Spirits: p-acp av n1, j n1, n2 cc n1, av vdb av vvi, c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1, cc vvi dt n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 244
1739 Thus now the knowledge of the love of Christ, because it goeth to the very heart, and reviveth the Spirits of the Saints (which if revived there is no fainting) therefore it must needs bee so efficacious as it is. Thus now the knowledge of the love of christ, Because it Goes to the very heart, and revives the Spirits of the Saints (which if revived there is no fainting) Therefore it must needs be so efficacious as it is. av av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, cc vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n2 (r-crq cs vvn a-acp vbz dx j-vvg) av pn31 vmb av vbi av j c-acp pn31 vbz. (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 244
1740 As now the fear of God is most soveraign to keep from evill, because (as the phrase is) it is put into the heart; so likewise the knowledge of the love of Christ is most soveraign, As now the Fear of God is most sovereign to keep from evil, Because (as the phrase is) it is put into the heart; so likewise the knowledge of the love of christ is most sovereign, p-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-ds j-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn, c-acp (c-acp dt n1 vbz) pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; av av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-ds j-jn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 244
1741 and efficacious to support from fainting under trouble, because it goeth to the heart, and cheareth the Spirits. and efficacious to support from fainting under trouble, Because it Goes to the heart, and Cheereth the Spirits. cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz dt n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 244
1742 Hence is that phrase, of the shedding abroad the love of God in your hearts. Hence is that phrase, of the shedding abroad the love of God in your hearts. av vbz d n1, pp-f dt n-vvg av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 244
1743 Secondly, This knowledge of the love of Christ doth appear to bee efficacious to keep from fainting under troubles, in that it maketh the faculties of the soul so intense. Secondly, This knowledge of the love of christ does appear to be efficacious to keep from fainting under Troubles, in that it makes the faculties of the soul so intense. ord, d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg p-acp n2, p-acp cst pn31 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av zz. (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 245
1744 Intension maketh insensible, and so freeth from fainting. Intention makes insensible, and so freeth from fainting. n1 vvz j, cc av vvz p-acp vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 245
1745 Saul, though hee were opposed, and much mocked of the sonnes of Belial, yet being newly lifted up to the kingdome (was so intense upon that) that hee did not at all mind the sonnes of Belial (much lesse did hee faint at their fordid carriage. Saul, though he were opposed, and much mocked of the Sons of Belial, yet being newly lifted up to the Kingdom (was so intense upon that) that he did not At all mind the Sons of Belial (much less did he faint At their fordid carriage. np1, c-acp pns31 vbdr vvn, cc av-d vvn pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, av vbg av-j vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 (vbds av zz p-acp d) cst pns31 vdd xx p-acp d n1 dt n2 pp-f np1 (av-d dc vdd pns31 vvi p-acp po32 vvd n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 245
1746 ) Some conceive that therefore men in a frenzie doe not faint at any thing (as others doe) because of their intensivenesse; ) some conceive that Therefore men in a frenzy do not faint At any thing (as Others do) Because of their intensiveness; ) d vvb d av n2 p-acp dt n1 vdb xx vvi p-acp d n1 (p-acp n2-jn vdb) c-acp pp-f po32 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 245
1747 what was it that kept the Apostle from fainting in affliction, but the intensivenesse of his Spirit, about everlasting and eternall objects, For which cause (saith he) I doe not faint, while wee look not at things which are seen, what was it that kept the Apostle from fainting in affliction, but the intensiveness of his Spirit, about everlasting and Eternal objects, For which cause (Says he) I do not faint, while we look not At things which Are seen, r-crq vbds pn31 cst vvd dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp j cc j n2, p-acp r-crq n1 (vvz pns31) pns11 vdb xx vvi, cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp n2 r-crq vbr vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 245
1748 but things which are not seen, 2 Cor. 4. c. 16, 18. Paul was so intense upon higher objects, that hee did not faint at his tribulations. but things which Are not seen, 2 Cor. 4. c. 16, 18. Paul was so intense upon higher objects, that he did not faint At his tribulations. cc-acp n2 r-crq vbr xx vvn, crd np1 crd sy. crd, crd np1 vbds av zz p-acp jc n2, cst pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 245
1749 Now the knowledge of the love of Christ, maketh the soul very intensive in the contemplations of all its sweet dimensions. Now the knowledge of the love of christ, makes the soul very intensive in the contemplations of all its sweet dimensions. av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vv2 dt n1 av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d po31 j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 245
1750 Thus saith the soul that knoweth the love of Christ, O the height, and depth, and length of the love of Christ! Thus Says the soul that Knoweth the love of christ, Oh the height, and depth, and length of the love of christ! av vvz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, uh dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1! (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 246
1751 O that so great a person as Christ is, should love so mean a creature as I am! O that so great a person as christ is, should love so mean a creature as I am! sy cst av j dt n1 c-acp np1 vbz, vmd vvi av j dt n1 c-acp pns11 vbm! (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 246
1752 Oh that one who is not onely man, but God, should set his heart upon mee, who am not onely a man, but a worm! O that one who is not only man, but God, should Set his heart upon me, who am not only a man, but a worm! uh cst crd r-crq vbz xx av-j n1, cc-acp np1, vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno11, q-crq vbm xx av-j dt n1, cc-acp dt n1! (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 246
1753 And thus now being intense in that contemplation of Christs love, it is kept from fainting under tribulations. And thus now being intense in that contemplation of Christ love, it is kept from fainting under tribulations. cc av av vbg zz p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp vvg p-acp n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 246
1754 Thirdly, it appeareth, that the knowledge of Christs love is efficacious &c. because it maketh the soul to forget all the loves of men. Thirdly, it appears, that the knowledge of Christ love is efficacious etc. Because it makes the soul to forget all the loves of men. ord, pn31 vvz, cst dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz j av c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pp-f n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 246
1755 The reason why we are apt to faint under tribulations, is because wee are apt to overprize the love of men. The reason why we Are apt to faint under tribulations, is Because we Are apt to overprize the love of men. dt n1 c-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, vbz c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 246
1756 Did wee not set our hearts so much on the love of men, wee should not faint for the want of that love. Did we not Set our hearts so much on the love of men, we should not faint for the want of that love. vdd pns12 xx vvi po12 n2 av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns12 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 246
1757 What though men (yea all the sons of men) shall hate and oppose? so long as I doe not prize their love, What though men (yea all the Sons of men) shall hate and oppose? so long as I do not prize their love, q-crq c-acp n2 (uh d dt n2 pp-f n2) vmb vvi cc vvi? av av-j c-acp pns11 vdb xx vvi po32 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 246
1758 nor fear their hatred, I shall never faint. nor Fear their hatred, I shall never faint. ccx vvi po32 n1, pns11 vmb av-x vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 246
1759 Now the contemplation of the love of Christ to the soul, doth work this effect upon the heart, It maketh a man to forget all love of men. Now the contemplation of the love of christ to the soul, does work this Effect upon the heart, It makes a man to forget all love of men. av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vdz vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 247
1760 Peter forgat the earth when hee saw but a glimpse of glory in the Mount. Mans glory is not seen, when Christs glory doth appear; Peter forgot the earth when he saw but a glimpse of glory in the Mount. men glory is not seen, when Christ glory does appear; np1 vvd dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. ng1 n1 vbz xx vvn, c-crq npg1 n1 vdz vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 247
1761 the light of the Stars is not seen, when the light of the Sun doth shine. the Light of the Stars is not seen, when the Light of the Sun does shine. dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz xx vvn, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 247
1762 And while the soul is taken up in the meditation of the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, hee doth not mind the loves of men, And while the soul is taken up in the meditation of the love of christ, which passes knowledge, he does not mind the loves of men, cc cs dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 247
1763 and therefore hee is free from fainting, at the want of them. and Therefore he is free from fainting, At the want of them. cc av pns31 vbz j p-acp vvg, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 247
1764 Fourthly, and lastly, the efficacy of the knowledge of Christs love &c. will appear, in that it hath a power to make a man forget all those tribulations which hee lieth under; Fourthly, and lastly, the efficacy of the knowledge of Christ love etc. will appear, in that it hath a power to make a man forget all those tribulations which he lies under; ord, cc ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 av vmb vvi, p-acp cst pn31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb d d n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp; (10) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 247
1765 we give wine (saith King Lemuel ) to them that be of heavy hearts; & strong drink to him that is ready to perish, Prov. 30.6. let him drink and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more. we give wine (Says King Lemuel) to them that be of heavy hearts; & strong drink to him that is ready to perish, Curae 30.6. let him drink and forget his poverty, and Remember his misery no more. pns12 vvb n1 (vvz np1 np1) p-acp pno32 cst vbb pp-f j n2; cc j n1 p-acp pno31 cst vbz j pc-acp vvi, np1 crd. vvb pno31 vvi cc vvi po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1 av-dx av-dc. (10) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 247
1766 A soul that can make application, and meditation of the love of Christ, drinketh as it were that wine, that maketh him forget his sorrows, A soul that can make application, and meditation of the love of christ, Drinketh as it were that wine, that makes him forget his sorrows, dt n1 cst vmb vvi n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz p-acp pn31 vbdr cst n1, cst vvz pno31 vvi po31 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 248
1767 and remember his troubles no more. and Remember his Troubles no more. cc vvi po31 n2 av-dx av-dc. (10) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 248
1768 Hence it is you shall have the poor beleever say, I was so taken up with the remembrance of the love of Christ, that I forgot I was in prison: Hence it is you shall have the poor believer say, I was so taken up with the remembrance of the love of christ, that I forgotten I was in prison: av pn31 vbz pn22 vmb vhi dt j n1 vvi, pns11 vbds av vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns11 vvd pns11 vbds p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 248
1769 As Paul, when hee wrot this Epistle (being a prisoner at Rome ) yet was so taken up with the love of Christ, As Paul, when he wrote this Epistle (being a prisoner At Room) yet was so taken up with the love of christ, c-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd d n1 (vbg dt n1 p-acp vvb) av vbds av vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 248
1770 as forgetting in a manner his imprisonment, he prayeth not for himself, lest hee should faint at tribulations, as forgetting in a manner his imprisonment, he Prayeth not for himself, lest he should faint At tribulations, c-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 po31 n1, pns31 vvz xx p-acp px31, cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 248
1771 but hee powreth out his heart that way in the behalf of the Ephesians, that they might not. but he poureth out his heart that Way in the behalf of the Ephesians, that they might not. cc-acp pns31 vvz av po31 n1 cst n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, cst pns32 vmd xx. (10) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 248
1772 So that there is a divine, spirituall, intoxicating power in the love of Christ, to cause a man not to mind, So that there is a divine, spiritual, intoxicating power in the love of christ, to cause a man not to mind, av cst pc-acp vbz dt j-jn, j, vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 xx p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 248
1773 or to remember the tribulations under which hee lyeth; and surely the soul doth never faint under that which it doth forget. or to Remember the tribulations under which he lies; and surely the soul does never faint under that which it does forget. cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz; cc av-j dt n1 vdz av-x vvi p-acp d r-crq pn31 vdz vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 248
1774 Thus now wee have gone over the second thing, and shewed you both generally, and particularly, wherein the power of the knowledge of the love of Christ (as it helps in keeping the heart from fainting under troubles) doth consist; Thus now we have gone over the second thing, and showed you both generally, and particularly, wherein the power of the knowledge of the love of christ (as it helps in keeping the heart from fainting under Troubles) does consist; av av pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt ord n1, cc vvd pn22 d av-j, cc av-j, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2) vdz vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 310 Page 249
1775 wee will wind up all in a word of Applition; Now we will wind up all in a word of application; Now pns12 vmb vvi a-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; av (10) sermon (DIV1) 310 Page 249
1776 Use first, for Information. This point ( That the knowledge of Christs love is of such speciall efficacy to keep up the heart from fainting under troubles ) lets us see what great need we have to study the love of Christ. Use First, for Information. This point (That the knowledge of Christ love is of such special efficacy to keep up the heart from fainting under Troubles) lets us see what great need we have to study the love of christ. vvb ord, c-acp n1. d n1 (cst dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz pp-f d j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2) vvz pno12 vvi r-crq j n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 249
1777 Men have much studied the nature of some Plants and Mineralls, because they are of special use for cordials; you hear of what speciall use for spirituall cordialls, the knowledge of the love of Christ is; Men have much studied the nature of Some Plants and Minerals, Because they Are of special use for cordials; you hear of what special use for spiritual cordials, the knowledge of the love of christ is; n2 vhb av-d vvn dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, c-acp pns32 vbr pp-f j n1 p-acp n2; pn22 vvb pp-f r-crq j n1 p-acp j n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz; (10) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 249
1778 have not you ground then to study it? Paracelsus concluding all to lye within the compasse of his Sol, Sulphur, and Mercury, spentall (or most of) his study, in the search, and knowledge of them; have not you ground then to study it? Paracelsus concluding all to lie within the compass of his Sol, Sulphur, and Mercury, spentall (or most of) his study, in the search, and knowledge of them; vhb xx pn22 n1 av pc-acp vvi pn31? np1 vvg d pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 np1, n1, cc np1, j (cc ds pp-f) po31 n1, p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f pno32; (10) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 249
1779 The love of Christ is the most catholicall cordiall; not onely including all other cordialls, but the life that the soul doth find in all other; The love of christ is the most catholical cordial; not only including all other cordials, but the life that the soul does find in all other; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt av-ds j j; xx av-j vvg d j-jn n2, cc-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp d n-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 249
1780 Look as Gods love is put for all causes, Joh. 3.16. when hee gave his Son. So Christs love is put for all cordialls, when the Saints get comfort: Look as God's love is put for all Causes, John 3.16. when he gave his Son. So Christ love is put for all cordials, when the Saints get Comfort: vvb p-acp npg1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2, np1 crd. c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 np1 npg1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2, c-crq dt n2 vvb n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 249
1781 Tribulation, distresse, persecution, famin, nakednesse, perils, sword, neither any, nor all these, can bear down, when the soul knoweth the love of Christ that loves him. Tribulation, distress, persecution, famine, nakedness, perils, sword, neither any, nor all these, can bear down, when the soul Knoweth the love of christ that loves him. n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n2, n1, dx d, ccx d d, vmb vvi a-acp, c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 250
1782 And as it is the most Catholicall cordiall, so it is the most Homogeneall. Those cordialls are of most efficacy, which are most naturall, And as it is the most Catholical cordial, so it is the most Homogeneal. Those cordials Are of most efficacy, which Are most natural, cc c-acp pn31 vbz dt av-ds jp j, av pn31 vbz dt av-ds j. d n2 vbr pp-f ds n1, r-crq vbr av-ds j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 250
1783 and most suiting to the Spirits; why, love is our life, Gal. 2.20. and most suiting to the Spirits; why, love is our life, Gal. 2.20. cc av-ds vvg p-acp dt n2; c-crq, vvb vbz po12 n1, np1 crd. (10) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 250
1784 Christs love falls in with the life of a Christian, it is most suitable to it, and therefore most sovereign. Christ love falls in with the life of a Christian, it is most suitable to it, and Therefore most sovereign. npg1 n1 vvz p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp, pn31 vbz av-ds j p-acp pn31, cc av av-ds j-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 250
1785 Verily if there bee need of studying that which may bee a cordiall to any condition, there is necessity of studying of the love of Christ, which is such a Catholicall, and Homogeneal cordiall as it doth suit with the Spirits, Verily if there be need of studying that which may be a cordial to any condition, there is necessity of studying of the love of christ, which is such a Catholical, and Homogeneal cordial as it does suit with the Spirits, av-j cs pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f vvg d r-crq vmb vbi dt j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz d dt jp, cc j j c-acp pn31 vdz vvi p-acp dt n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 250
1786 and as it fitteth all the troubles, that any beleever may meet withall. Secondly, this Doctrine speaketh lamentation also: and as it fits all the Troubles, that any believer may meet withal. Secondly, this Doctrine speaks lamentation also: cc c-acp pn31 vvz d dt n2, cst d n1 vmb vvi av. ord, d n1 vvz n1 av: (10) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 250
1787 How sad is it to see! that though this love of Christ bee such a cordiall to beleevers in any trouble, yet either, How sad is it to see! that though this love of christ be such a cordial to believers in any trouble, yet either, c-crq j vbz pn31 p-acp vvb! cst cs d n1 pp-f np1 vbb d dt j p-acp n2 p-acp d n1, av av-d, (10) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 251
1788 First, they neglect it, and make no use of it, such is their folly, that they have this precious price in their hands, and they doe not know it, First, they neglect it, and make no use of it, such is their folly, that they have this precious price in their hands, and they do not know it, ord, pns32 vvb pn31, cc vvb dx n1 pp-f pn31, d vbz po32 n1, cst pns32 vhb d j n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 251
1789 so as to make use of it; so as to make use of it; av c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pn31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 251
1790 what a sad thing is it, for the fainting man, to see a cordiall at the beds head, what a sad thing is it, for the fainting man, to see a cordial At the Beds head, q-crq dt j n1 vbz pn31, p-acp dt j-vvg n1, pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp dt ng1 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 251
1791 and not to use it? and not to use it? cc xx pc-acp vvi pn31? (10) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 251
1792 Secondly, in stead of using this, they use other cordials. Who laments not? to see beleevers in these times of trouble, one while eying counsells, another while eying Armies; and in the mean while, not eying the love of Christ (which alone is able to comfort, Secondly, in stead of using this, they use other cordials. Who laments not? to see believers in these times of trouble, one while Eyeing Counsels, Another while Eyeing Armies; and in the mean while, not Eyeing the love of christ (which alone is able to Comfort, ord, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg d, pns32 vvb j-jn n2. r-crq vvz xx? pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, crd n1 vvg n2, j-jn n1 vvg n2; cc p-acp dt j n1, xx vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 (r-crq av-j vbz j pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 314 Page 251
1793 when all other things fail.) It is lamentable to see how beleevers leave this fountain of living comforts, and seek after, yea and dig for cisternes, yea broken cisternes, that neither have, when all other things fail.) It is lamentable to see how believers leave this fountain of living comforts, and seek After, yea and dig for cisterns, yea broken cisterns, that neither have, c-crq d j-jn n2 vvb.) pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq n2 vvb d n1 pp-f j-vvg n2, cc vvb a-acp, uh cc vvb p-acp n2, uh vvn n2, cst d vhb, (10) sermon (DIV1) 314 Page 251
1794 nor can hold any comfort in them. nor can hold any Comfort in them. ccx vmb vvi d n1 p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 314 Page 251
1795 Thirdly (which is worst of all) when Christ offers this cordial, they put it by, and will not take it. Thirdly (which is worst of all) when christ offers this cordial, they put it by, and will not take it. ord (r-crq vbz js pp-f d) c-crq np1 vvz d n1, pns32 vvd pn31 p-acp, cc vmb xx vvi pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 252
1796 How often doth Christ open his bosome to the beleever? and lets him see love written in the golden letters of Free grace; and beseecheth the beleever to look, How often does christ open his bosom to the believer? and lets him see love written in the golden letters of Free grace; and Beseecheth the believer to look, c-crq av vdz np1 vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1? cc vvz pno31 vvi n1 vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n1; cc vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 252
1797 and live, to contemplate it, and to take comfort from it. and live, to contemplate it, and to take Comfort from it. cc vvi, pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 252
1798 How often doth Christ say, Soul, I love thee, I love thee with an everlasting love, therefore have I drawn thee into this wildernesse of trouble, that here I might speak comfort unto thee, where none can help thee? And yet lamentable it is to hear beleevers saying, that they will not beleeve it, How often does christ say, Soul, I love thee, I love thee with an everlasting love, Therefore have I drawn thee into this Wilderness of trouble, that Here I might speak Comfort unto thee, where none can help thee? And yet lamentable it is to hear believers saying, that they will not believe it, uh-crq av vdz np1 vvi, n1, pns11 vvb pno21, pns11 vvb pno21 p-acp dt j n1, av vhb pns11 vvn pno21 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cst av pns11 vmd vvi n1 p-acp pno21, c-crq pix vmb vvi pno21? cc av j pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi n2 vvg, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 252
1799 though their souls might bee comforted by it. though their Souls might be comforted by it. cs po32 n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 252
1800 Thus beleevers, this cordiall point may set you all a weeping, that notwithstanding the love of Christ bee so comfortable, you use it not, but instead thereof use other cordialls ▪ That when Christ openeth this cordiall, you will not open your mouths widely that hee may fill them with it. Thus believers, this cordial point may Set you all a weeping, that notwithstanding the love of christ be so comfortable, you use it not, but instead thereof use other cordials ▪ That when christ Openeth this cordial, you will not open your mouths widely that he may fill them with it. av n2, d j n1 vmb vvi pn22 d dt j-vvg, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbi av j, pn22 vvi pn31 xx, cc-acp av av vvi j-jn n2 ▪ d c-crq np1 vvz d j, pn22 vmb xx vvi po22 n2 av-j cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 316 Page 252
1801 Use, Thirdly be reproved you children of faith for this fault. Use, Thirdly be reproved you children of faith for this fault. vvb, ord vbb vvd pn22 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 253
1802 Hath Christ provided such a cordiall for you, and do you neglect it? Is there such refreshing for your souls in his love, Hath christ provided such a cordial for you, and do you neglect it? Is there such refreshing for your Souls in his love, vhz np1 vvn d dt j c-acp pn22, cc vdb pn22 vvi pn31? vbz pc-acp d vvg p-acp po22 n2 p-acp po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 253
1803 and will not you use it? Doth hee (as it were) bring it home to your hearts, and will not you use it? Does he (as it were) bring it home to your hearts, cc vmb xx pn22 vvi pn31? vdz pns31 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvi pn31 av-an p-acp po22 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 253
1804 and will not you take it? be reproved for your folly (O yee of little faith) suppose the Mother should provide some cordiall for the weak, fainting child, and will not you take it? be reproved for your folly (Oh ye of little faith) suppose the Mother should provide Some cordial for the weak, fainting child, cc vmb xx pn22 vvi pn31? vbb vvn p-acp po22 n1 (uh pn22 pp-f j n1) vvb dt n1 vmd vvi d j p-acp dt j, j-vvg n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 253
1805 and bring it to the child, beseeching the little one to take it, that it might live; and bring it to the child, beseeching the little one to take it, that it might live; cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, vvg dt j pi pc-acp vvi pn31, cst pn31 vmd vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 253
1806 were not the child much to bee reproved, if (forgetting all the Mothers care and cost) it should put it by? It is your folly, were not the child much to be reproved, if (forgetting all the Mother's care and cost) it should put it by? It is your folly, vbdr xx dt n1 av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, cs (vvg d dt ng1 n1 cc n1) pn31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp? pn31 vbz po22 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 253
1807 and your blame (O beleevers) who notwithstanding all the care (yea and the cost of Christ too) in preparing, and your blame (Oh believers) who notwithstanding all the care (yea and the cost of christ too) in preparing, cc po22 n1 (uh n2) r-crq p-acp d dt vvb (uh cc dt vvd pp-f np1 av) p-acp vvg, (10) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 253
1808 and bringing this cordiall (his love) unto you, yet too too often you put it by, and bringing this cordial (his love) unto you, yet too too often you put it by, cc vvg d j (po31 n1) p-acp pn22, av av av av pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp, (10) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 253
1809 and Rachel - like, because your children (creature comforts) are not, you will not bee comforted with this cordiall of Christs love. and Rachel - like, Because your children (creature comforts) Are not, you will not be comforted with this cordial of Christ love. cc np1 - zz, c-acp po22 n2 (n1 vvz) vbr xx, pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d j pp-f npg1 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 254
1810 Use, Fourthly, let it bee a use of direction, to direct beleevers whither to go for a cordiall in time of trouble. Use, Fourthly, let it be a use of direction, to Direct believers whither to go for a cordial in time of trouble. n1, ord, vvb pn31 vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 254
1811 What have you to doe with the waters of Sehor? Run you to the bosome of your Saviour; What have you to do with the waters of Sehor? Run you to the bosom of your Saviour; q-crq vhb pn22 pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n2 pp-f fw-la? vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 254
1812 why doe you spend your selves to goe after the pudled streams of creature sweetnesse? goe you to the running river of your Lords love, drink thereof, why do you spend your selves to go After the puddled streams of creature sweetness? go you to the running river of your lords love, drink thereof, q-crq vdb pn22 vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-vvn n2 pp-f n1 n1? vvb pn22 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po22 n2 vvb, vvb av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 254
1813 and bee refreshed, and bee comforted in any case. Object. and be refreshed, and be comforted in any case. Object. cc vbi vvn, cc vbi vvn p-acp d n1. n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 254
1814 I saith some soul, I would goe thither (as being indeed in a sad case, needing comfort) but how shall I doe to draw out the water of life, that is in Christs love? I Says Some soul, I would go thither (as being indeed in a sad case, needing Comfort) but how shall I do to draw out the water of life, that is in Christ love? pns11 vvz d n1, pns11 vmd vvi av (c-acp vbg av p-acp dt j n1, vvg n1) p-acp q-crq vmb pns11 vdi pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz p-acp npg1 n1? (10) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 254
1815 Rep. Why what is thy case poor heart? what is thy case in which thou needest comfort? and for which thou wouldest goe to Christs love? Rep. Why what is thy case poor heart? what is thy case in which thou Needest Comfort? and for which thou Wouldst go to Christ love? np1 q-crq q-crq vbz po21 n1 j n1? q-crq vbz po21 n1 p-acp r-crq pns21 vv2 n1? cc p-acp r-crq pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp npg1 n1? (10) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 254
1816 Answ. My case is spirituall, my soul is troubled within: I see much sin but little grace, and this goeth to my heart, filling it with trouble; Answer My case is spiritual, my soul is troubled within: I see much since but little grace, and this Goes to my heart, filling it with trouble; np1 po11 n1 vbz j, po11 n1 vbz vvn a-acp: pns11 vvb d n1 p-acp j n1, cc d vvz p-acp po11 n1, vvg pn31 p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 254
1817 how shall I improve Christ love in this case for a cordiall? Answ. For that (beleever) know, Christ loveth thee notwithstanding all this. how shall I improve christ love in this case for a cordial? Answer For that (believer) know, christ loves thee notwithstanding all this. c-crq vmb pns11 vvi np1 vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j? np1 p-acp d (n1) vvb, np1 vvz pno21 p-acp d d. (10) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 255
1818 I beeleeve you think that Christ doth not affect you, because your sinne is so much, I beeleeve you think that christ does not affect you, Because your sin is so much, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb cst np1 vdz xx vvi pn22, c-acp po22 n1 vbz av av-d, (10) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 255
1819 and your grace is so little. and your grace is so little. cc po22 n1 vbz av j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 255
1820 Know soul, though the woman was a sinner (in the City, and so full of sin) yet Christs love passed by her sin, and pardoned her: Know soul, though the woman was a sinner (in the city, and so full of since) yet Christ love passed by her since, and pardoned her: vvb n1, cs dt n1 vbds dt n1 (p-acp dt n1, cc av j pp-f n1) av npg1 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd pno31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 255
1821 Christs love took the advantage of her many sins, to shew much love to her soul. Christ love took the advantage of her many Sins, to show much love to her soul. npg1 n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 d n2, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 255
1822 And it is his custome, where sins abound, there to make love superabound. And it is his custom, where Sins abound, there to make love superabound. cc pn31 vbz po31 n1, c-crq n2 vvb, a-acp pc-acp vvi n1 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 255
1823 Therefore thou maist comfort thy self (O sad soul) with the thoughts of Christs love. Therefore thou Mayest Comfort thy self (Oh sad soul) with the thoughts of Christ love. av pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 (uh j n1) p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 255
1824 This love made him to suffer for sin, and this love maketh him every day to pardon sin: This love made him to suffer for since, and this love makes him every day to pardon since: d n1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc d n1 vvz pno31 d n1 pc-acp vvi n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 255
1825 yea and hee will shew the transcendency of his love, in passing by the transcendency of sin. Object. yea and he will show the transcendency of his love, in passing by the transcendency of since. Object. uh cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 255
1826 O but I have not only much sin, but little grace! Oh but I have not only much since, but little grace! uh p-acp pns11 vhb xx av-j d n1, cc-acp j n1! (10) sermon (DIV1) 323 Page 255
1827 A. Bee it so (O beleever) yet the love of Christ may comfort thee notwithstanding it. A. be it so (Oh believer) yet the love of christ may Comfort thee notwithstanding it. np1 vbb pn31 av (uh n1) av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 256
1828 Thou thinkest that grace is the cause of love, but thou art deceived, it is the effect of love; Thou Thinkest that grace is the cause of love, but thou art deceived, it is the Effect of love; pns21 vv2 d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pns21 vb2r vvn, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 256
1829 Christ loveth not because there is grace; but because hee loveth, hee giveth grace. Grace is given in a time of love; christ loves not Because there is grace; but Because he loves, he gives grace. Grace is given in a time of love; np1 vvz xx c-acp pc-acp vbz n1; cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz n1. n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 256
1830 Love is not shewn because of grace; Love is not shown Because of grace; n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 256
1831 therefore comfort thy self (O beleeving soul) at the consideration of the transcendency of Christs love. Therefore Comfort thy self (Oh believing soul) At the consideration of the transcendency of Christ love. av vvb po21 n1 (uh j-vvg n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 256
1832 It is the glory thereof, that it pardoneth much sin, and that is loveth little grace; and it will work so, that in time sin shall bee little, and grace much. It is the glory thereof, that it Pardoneth much since, and that is loves little grace; and it will work so, that in time since shall be little, and grace much. pn31 vbz dt n1 av, cst pn31 n1 d n1, cc d vbz vvz j n1; cc pn31 vmb vvi av, cst p-acp n1 n1 vmb vbi j, cc n1 av-d. (10) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 256
1833 Ob. O but saith the poor soul, I have lost Christ. I think there was a day, in which I saw, that his love was my life, Ob. Oh but Says the poor soul, I have lost christ. I think there was a day, in which I saw, that his love was my life, np1 uh p-acp vvz dt j n1, pns11 vhb vvn np1. pns11 vvb a-acp vbds dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd, cst po31 n1 vbds po11 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 256
1834 and the consideration thereof was my comfort; but I have lost the one, and so cannot solace my self in the other. and the consideration thereof was my Comfort; but I have lost the one, and so cannot solace my self in the other. cc dt n1 av vbds po11 n1; cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn dt crd, cc av vmbx vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 256
1835 A. Why yet (beleever) the consideration of Christs love, may bee a choice cordiall here. A. Why yet (believer) the consideration of Christ love, may be a choice cordial Here. np1 q-crq av (n1) dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vmb vbi dt n1 j av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 256
1836 Didst thou consider the very nature of Christs love aright, thou wilt know this to bee the glory thereof, that once had, it can never bee lost. Didst thou Consider the very nature of Christ love aright, thou wilt know this to be the glory thereof, that once had, it can never be lost. vdd2 pns21 vvi dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 av, pns21 vm2 vvi d pc-acp vbi dt n1 av, cst a-acp vhd, pn31 vmb av-x vbi vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 347
1837 It may bee the Sun may bee in a cloud, and thou not see it, but it will appear again: It may be the Sun may be in a cloud, and thou not see it, but it will appear again: pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, cc pns21 xx vvi pn31, cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi av: (10) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 347
1838 But the Sun shall sooner leave the Firmament, than Christs love shall leave thee: But the Sun shall sooner leave the Firmament, than Christ love shall leave thee: cc-acp dt n1 vmb av-c vvi dt n1, cs npg1 n1 vmb vvi pno21: (10) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 347
1839 Didst thou but also consider the transcendency of Christs love, thou wouldest know, that though Christ seemeth to withdraw himself a while, Didst thou but also Consider the transcendency of Christ love, thou Wouldst know, that though christ seems to withdraw himself a while, vdd2 pns21 p-acp av vvb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pns21 vmd2 vvi, cst cs np1 vvz pc-acp vvi px31 dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 347
1840 yet his love will not permit his withdrawing to bee long; yet a little while, and you shall not see mee: yet his love will not permit his withdrawing to be long; yet a little while, and you shall not see me: av po31 n1 vmb xx vvi po31 n-vvg pc-acp vbi j; av dt j n1, cc pn22 vmb xx vvi pno11: (10) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 347
1841 (It is but a little while that Christ is seemingly lost) and yet a little while, (It is but a little while that christ is seemingly lost) and yet a little while, (pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 cst np1 vbz av-vvg vvd) cc av dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 347
1842 and you shall see mee again. Christ knoweth your Spirits would faile, if hee should bee long away: and you shall see me again. christ Knoweth your Spirits would fail, if he should be long away: cc pn22 vmb vvi pno11 av. np1 vvz po22 n2 vmd vvi, cs pns31 vmd vbi j av: (10) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 347
1843 Love therefore looks to it, that it shall never bee so long, as in the losse thereof thou shouldest faint, and dye. Love Therefore looks to it, that it shall never be so long, as in the loss thereof thou Shouldst faint, and die. vvb av vvz p-acp pn31, cst pn31 vmb av-x vbi av av-j, c-acp p-acp dt n1 av pns21 vmd2 vvi, cc vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 347
1844 Didst thou know the transcendent nature of Christs love, thou wouldest know this, that though thou mayest faint a little, yet thou shalt not dye: Didst thou know the transcendent nature of Christ love, thou Wouldst know this, that though thou Mayest faint a little, yet thou shalt not die: vdd2 pns21 vvi dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pns21 vmd2 vvi d, cst cs pns21 vm2 vvi dt j, av pns21 vm2 xx vvi: (10) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 347
1845 Love will come and revive thee; Love will come and revive thee; vvb n1 vvi cc vvi pno21; (10) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 348
1846 yea didst thou but consider the love of Christ aright, it will bee a cordial in other particulars also, in that it maketh a large amends for a little tarrying; yea didst thou but Consider the love of christ aright, it will be a cordial in other particulars also, in that it makes a large amends for a little tarrying; uh vdd2 pns21 p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av, pn31 vmb vbi dt j p-acp j-jn n2-jn av, p-acp cst pn31 vvz dt j n2 p-acp dt j n-vvg; (10) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 348
1847 for a moments withdrawing, it lets out everlasting kindnesse, and it therefore departed for a season, that thou mightest have it for ever for a moments withdrawing, it lets out everlasting kindness, and it Therefore departed for a season, that thou Mightest have it for ever p-acp dt ng1 vvg, pn31 vvz av j n1, cc pn31 av vvd p-acp dt n1, cst pns21 vmd2 vhi pn31 p-acp av (10) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 348
1848 O.b. O but saith the soul, I faint to think that I have lost Christ through mine own defect: O.b. Oh but Says the soul, I faint to think that I have lost christ through mine own defect: np1 uh p-acp vvz dt n1, pns11 vvb p-acp vvb cst pns11 vhb vvn np1 p-acp po11 d n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 348
1849 I have been so base as to drive him out of my bosome; and I faint to think that hee will never come again. I have been so base as to drive him out of my bosom; and I faint to think that he will never come again. pns11 vhb vbn av j c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f po11 n1; cc pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 348
1850 A. Why (poor soul) thou art ignorant of the nature of Christs transcendent love: A. Why (poor soul) thou art ignorant of the nature of Christ transcendent love: np1 uh-crq (j n1) pns21 vb2r j pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 348
1851 Couldest thou but know it, thou wouldest easily resolve thy soul in this case, and support it with a sweet cordial: Couldst thou but know it, thou Wouldst Easily resolve thy soul in this case, and support it with a sweet cordial: vmd2 pns21 cc-acp vvb pn31, pns21 vmd2 av-j vvi po21 n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 348
1852 such is the nature of transcendent love, that though you have been foolish to drive Christ away, such is the nature of transcendent love, that though you have been foolish to drive christ away, d vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, cst c-acp pn22 vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi np1 av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 348
1853 yet it is so powerfull to bring Christ again. yet it is so powerful to bring christ again. av pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi np1 av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 348
1854 It was the folly and the fault of the spouse, that though her beloved was knocking at her door, till his locks were wet with the dew of the night, yet she sluggishly lay in her bed, It was the folly and the fault of the spouse, that though her Beloved was knocking At her door, till his locks were wet with the due of the night, yet she sluggishly lay in her Bed, pn31 vbds dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst c-acp po31 vvn vbds vvg p-acp po31 n1, c-acp po31 n2 vbdr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av pns31 av-j vvd p-acp po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 349
1855 and would not let him in: and would not let him in: cc vmd xx vvi pno31 p-acp: (10) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 349
1856 Indeed hee went away, that shee might see her folly, but hee came again, that hee might shew loves transcendency. Indeed he went away, that she might see her folly, but he Come again, that he might show loves transcendency. av pns31 vvd av, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1, cc-acp pns31 vvd av, cst pns31 vmd vvi n2 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 349
1857 Ob. Nay saith the soul, with all this, I have violated and wronged conjugall love; and the thoughts of these sink my Spirit: Ob. Nay Says the soul, with all this, I have violated and wronged conjugal love; and the thoughts of these sink my Spirit: np1 uh vvz dt n1, p-acp d d, pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn j n1; cc dt n2 pp-f d n1 po11 n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 349
1858 I faint and dye to think of this, for fear that Christ will not passe by these. I faint and die to think of this, for Fear that christ will not pass by these. pns11 vvb cc vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f d, p-acp n1 cst np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp d. (10) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 349
1859 Answ. Still I say (beleever didst thou but know the nature of the transcendent love of Christ, it would afford thee a cordial in this case also: Answer Still I say (believer didst thou but know the nature of the transcendent love of christ, it would afford thee a cordial in this case also: np1 av pns11 vvb (n1 vdd2 pns21 p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmd vvi pno21 dt j p-acp d n1 av: (10) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 349
1860 This is the glory of this love, that it passeth by such violations. This is the glory of this love, that it passes by such violations. d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst pn31 vvz p-acp d n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 349
1861 Indeed the love of men will not, but the love of Christ will passe by this foul transgression, Indeed the love of men will not, but the love of christ will pass by this foul Transgression, np1 dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb xx, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 349
1862 because that Christs love transcendeth mens love. Because that Christ love transcendeth men's love. c-acp cst npg1 n1 vvz ng2 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 349
1863 Thou hast played the harlot with many lovers, yet return to mee, Jerem. 3. ver. 1. and surely (saith hee) as a wife treacherously departeth from her husband, Thou hast played the harlot with many lovers, yet return to me, Jeremiah 3. ver. 1. and surely (Says he) as a wife treacherously departeth from her husband, pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 p-acp d n2, av vvb p-acp pno11, np1 crd fw-la. crd cc av-j (vvz pns31) p-acp dt n1 av-j vvz p-acp po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 350
1864 so have you dealt with mee, O house of Israel, yet return you back-sliding people, and I will heal your backslidings: O transcendent love! so have you dealt with me, Oh house of Israel, yet return you backsliding people, and I will heal your backslidings: Oh transcendent love! av vhb pn22 vvn p-acp pno11, uh n1 pp-f np1, av vvb pn22 j n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi po22 n2: uh j n1! (10) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 350
1865 which is in Christs bosome, which knoweth how to pardon the defilement of the bed of love. which is in Christ bosom, which Knoweth how to pardon the defilement of the Bed of love. q-crq vbz p-acp npg1 n1, r-crq vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 350
1866 Indeed there is no failing so great, but didst thou know the transcendency of Christs love, thou wouldest see it to be greater, Indeed there is no failing so great, but didst thou know the transcendency of Christ love, thou Wouldst see it to be greater, np1 a-acp vbz dx vvg av j, cc-acp vdd2 pns21 vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pns21 vmd2 vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi jc, (10) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 350
1867 than any failing of thine can conquer, so that now in case this fear should bee able to disturbe thy comfort, than any failing of thine can conquer, so that now in case this Fear should be able to disturb thy Comfort, cs d vvg pp-f png21 vmb vvi, av cst av p-acp n1 d n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi po21 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 350
1868 and to make thee faint, yet the consideration of Christs love may support thy soul, and bee a cordial unto thee, even in this case. and to make thee faint, yet the consideration of Christ love may support thy soul, and be a cordial unto thee, even in this case. cc pc-acp vvi pno21 j, av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vmb vvi po21 n1, cc vbb dt j p-acp pno21, av p-acp d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 350
1869 Object. But yet I hear others cry out, and say, how shall wee doe to draw out joy, out of this well of salvation. Object. But yet I hear Others cry out, and say, how shall we do to draw out joy, out of this well of salvation. n1. p-acp av pns11 vvb n2-jn vvi av, cc vvi, c-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vvi av n1, av pp-f d av pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 331 Page 350
1870 How shall wee make the consideration of Christs love, a cordial to us in our troubles? How shall we make the consideration of Christ love, a cordial to us in our Troubles? q-crq vmb pns12 vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, dt j p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2? (10) sermon (DIV1) 331 Page 350
1871 Quest. Why? what are your troubles (poor souls) which make you stand in need of the comfort of this consideration? Quest. Why? what Are your Troubles (poor Souls) which make you stand in need of the Comfort of this consideration? n1. q-crq? r-crq vbr po22 n2 (j n2) r-crq vvb pn22 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1? (10) sermon (DIV1) 332 Page 351
1872 Answ. I have lost much, nay all, for Christ, because I stood to his cause; Answer I have lost much, nay all, for christ, Because I stood to his cause; np1 pns11 vhb vvn av-d, uh-x d, c-acp np1, c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp po31 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 351
1873 I have lost all the creatures, lands, and livings too, yea, and house, and houshold too, &c. I have lost all. I have lost all the creatures, Lands, and livings too, yea, and house, and household too, etc. I have lost all. pns11 vhb vvn d dt n2, n2, cc n2-vvg av, uh, cc n1, cc n1 av, av pns11 vhb vvn d. (10) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 351
1874 Answ. But yet consider Christs love, and it will comfort thee in the middest of this losse: Answer But yet Consider Christ love, and it will Comfort thee in the midst of this loss: np1 p-acp av vvi npg1 n1, cc pn31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 351
1875 It is the nature of transcendent love, to repair all losses, & that double; in your land, you shall possess double Isa. 61.17. It is the nature of transcendent love, to repair all losses, & that double; in your land, you shall possess double Isaiah 61.17. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi d n2, cc d j-jn; p-acp po22 n1, pn22 vmb vvi j-jn np1 crd. (10) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 351
1876 And there is no man that hath left for Christ Parents, Brethren, house, or children, And there is no man that hath left for christ Parents, Brothers, house, or children, np1 a-acp vbz dx n1 cst vhz vvn p-acp np1 n2, n2, n1, cc n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 351
1877 but love will make up all that, as Luke 18. ver. 29. Transcendent love, scorns to let any bee a loser by it. but love will make up all that, as Lycia 18. ver. 29. Transcendent love, scorns to let any be a loser by it. cc-acp n1 vmb vvi a-acp d d, p-acp av crd fw-la. crd j n1, vvz pc-acp vvi d vbi dt n1 p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 351
1878 May not this comfort thee? May not this Comfort thee? vmb xx d vvi pno21? (10) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 351
1879 Ob. O but saith another, I have not onely lost all, but am still opposed; they have stripped mee to my change for Christs sake, Ob. Oh but Says Another, I have not only lost all, but am still opposed; they have stripped me to my change for Christ sake, np1 uh p-acp vvz j-jn, pns11 vhb xx av-j vvn d, cc-acp vbm av vvn; pns32 vhb vvn pno11 p-acp po11 n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 351
1880 and yet oppose my very skin: How shall I comfort my self with the consideration of Christs love now? and yet oppose my very skin: How shall I Comfort my self with the consideration of Christ love now? cc av vvb po11 j n1: q-crq vmb pns11 vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 av? (10) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 352
1881 A. Why thus (poor soul) consider, Christ will comfort as fast as men oppose; A. Why thus (poor soul) Consider, christ will Comfort as fast as men oppose; np1 uh-crq av (j n1) vvb, np1 vmb vvi c-acp av-j c-acp n2 vvb; (10) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 352
1882 transcendent love giveth the soul answerable consolation to any tribulation in which the soul can bee. transcendent love gives the soul answerable consolation to any tribulation in which the soul can be. j n1 vvz dt n1 j n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmb vbi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 352
1883 In the world you shall have tribulation (saith Christ) but bee of good cheer, I have overcome the world, In the world you shall have tribulation (Says christ) but bee of good cheer, I have overcome the world, p-acp dt n1 pn22 vmb vhi n1 (vvz np1) p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 352
1884 and in mee you shall have peace. and in me you shall have peace. cc p-acp pno11 pn22 vmb vhi n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 352
1885 Transcendent love giveth a smile for every frown, a kisse for every buffet, an imbrace for every blow; this is the nature thereof, consider it, and bee of good comfort. Transcendent love gives a smile for every frown, a kiss for every buffet, an embrace for every blow; this is the nature thereof, Consider it, and be of good Comfort. j n1 vvz dt vvb p-acp d vvi, dt vvb p-acp d vvi, dt vvi p-acp d vvb; d vbz dt n1 av, vvb pn31, cc vbi pp-f j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 352
1886 Ob. O but saith the soul I have not onely lost all, and been stripped to the change, Ob. Oh but Says the soul I have not only lost all, and been stripped to the change, np1 uh p-acp vvz dt n1 pns11 vhb xx av-j vvn d, cc vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 352
1887 but am brought to the stake, how shall I fetch comfort out of Christs love now? but am brought to the stake, how shall I fetch Comfort out of Christ love now? cc-acp vbm vvn p-acp dt n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi n1 av pp-f npg1 n1 av? (10) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 352
1888 A. Consider thou (dying soul) Christs love hath provided a comfort for it; It saith, you shall have your life by thus losing of it; A. Consider thou (dying soul) Christ love hath provided a Comfort for it; It Says, you shall have your life by thus losing of it; np1 vvb pns21 (vvg n1) npg1 n1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pn31; pn31 vvz, pn22 vmb vhi po22 n1 p-acp av vvg pp-f pn31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 352
1889 You are in the way to secure your life; by this you shall not dye, but live; You Are in the Way to secure your life; by this you shall not die, but live; pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n1; p-acp d pn22 vmb xx vvi, cc-acp vvb; (10) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 352
1890 thus saith transcendent love, because I live, you shall live also, Joh. 14. v. 19. After one blast, into Christs bosome; thus Says transcendent love, Because I live, you shall live also, John 14. v. 19. After one blast, into Christ bosom; av vvz j n1, c-acp pns11 vvb, pn22 vmb vvi av, np1 crd n1 crd p-acp crd n1, p-acp npg1 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 353
1891 It is but a wink with the eye, and into the land of the living presently. It is but a wink with the eye, and into the land of the living presently. pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg av-j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 353
1892 Thus you see whither to goe for comfort in any tribulation, viz. to Christs bosome, Thus you see whither to go for Comfort in any tribulation, viz. to Christ bosom, av pn22 vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 353
1893 and there you may find in his love, a cordial suitable to any tribulations, whether within, or without, spirituall or corporal: and there you may find in his love, a cordial suitable to any tribulations, whither within, or without, spiritual or corporal: cc a-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, dt j j p-acp d n2, cs a-acp, cc p-acp, j cc j: (10) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 353
1894 Be directed therefore upon all occasions, O you beleevers, to run to Christs love, and to comfort your selves in the consideration thereof. Be directed Therefore upon all occasions, Oh you believers, to run to Christ love, and to Comfort your selves in the consideration thereof. vbb vvn av p-acp d n2, uh pn22 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 353
1895 Use, Fifthly, it may bee an use of Terror to Christlesse creatures: you hear the consideration of Christs love is a cordial, able to support in any trouble; Use, Fifthly, it may be an use of Terror to Christless creatures: you hear the consideration of Christ love is a cordial, able to support in any trouble; n1, ord, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2: pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz dt j, j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 353
1896 but wretches that you are, you have no right to it; tribulation is for every soul that sinneth, Rom. 2.9. you will meet with tribulation, Christlesse creatures; ere long, divine wrath will come and visit you surely; but wretches that you Are, you have no right to it; tribulation is for every soul that Sinneth, Rom. 2.9. you will meet with tribulation, Christless creatures; ere long, divine wrath will come and visit you surely; cc-acp n2 cst pn22 vbr, pn22 vhb dx j-jn p-acp pn31; n1 vbz p-acp d n1 cst vvz, np1 crd. pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1, j n2; c-acp av-j, j-jn n1 vmb vvi cc vvi pn22 av-j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 353
1897 and what wil you doe in the day of the visitation thereof? Whither wll you runne for consolation in the hour of your trouble? Will you runne to men, alas! and what will you do in the day of the Visitation thereof? Whither wll you run for consolation in the hour of your trouble? Will you run to men, alas! cc r-crq vmb pn22 vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av? q-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1? n1 pn22 vvi p-acp n2, uh! (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 354
1898 miserable comforters will they bee, and so thou wilt find them to bee: miserable Comforters will they be, and so thou wilt find them to be: j n2 vmb pns32 vbi, cc av pns21 vm2 vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi: (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 354
1899 Men of a high degree are vanity, and men of a low degree are a lye. Men of a high degree Are vanity, and men of a low degree Are a lie. n2 pp-f dt j n1 vbr n1, cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 vbr dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 354
1900 Whither will you go in the anguish of your souls for a drop of sweetnesse? Will you goe to duties? alas, without Christ they are but dry! Whither will you go in the anguish of your Souls for a drop of sweetness? Will you go to duties? alas, without christ they Are but dry! q-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? n1 pn22 vvi p-acp n2? uh, p-acp np1 pns32 vbr p-acp j! (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 354
1901 and you that are Christlesse, will not know how to manage duties, so as to suck comfort through them. and you that Are Christless, will not know how to manage duties, so as to suck Comfort through them. cc pn22 cst vbr j, vmb xx vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi n2, av c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 354
1902 Wil you say you are in Christ? the Scriptures will confute you; Wil you say you Are in christ? the Scriptures will confute you; np1 pn22 vvb pn22 vbr p-acp np1? dt n2 vmb vvi pn22; (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 354
1903 you are told, but if any bee in Christ, hee is a new creature, 2 Cor. 5.17. Do not say, I am baptised; Many are baptised into Christs name, who are not baptised into his person; you will say, you have heard him preaching in your streets, that you have eat in his presence (been as you say, at the Sacrament) alas poor creatures! you Are told, but if any be in christ, he is a new creature, 2 Cor. 5.17. Do not say, I am baptised; Many Are baptised into Christ name, who Are not baptised into his person; you will say, you have herd him preaching in your streets, that you have eat in his presence (been as you say, At the Sacrament) alas poor creatures! pn22 vbr vvn, p-acp cs d vbb p-acp np1, pns31 vbz dt j n1, crd np1 crd. vdb xx vvi, pns11 vbm j-vvn; d vbr j-vvn p-acp npg1 n1, r-crq vbr xx j-vvn p-acp po31 n1; pn22 vmb vvi, pn22 vhb vvn pno31 vvg p-acp po22 n2, cst pn22 vhb vvi p-acp po31 n1 (vbn c-acp pn22 vvb, p-acp dt n1) uh j n2! (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 354
1904 all this may bee, and yet you have no right to Christ. all this may be, and yet you have no right to christ. d d vmb vbi, cc av pn22 vhb dx j-jn p-acp np1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 354
1905 Tremble therefore you Christlesse creatures, his love is the cordial in trouble, the consideration thereof may support the soul from sinking in any tribulation; but woe to you! woe to you! Tremble Therefore you Christless creatures, his love is the cordial in trouble, the consideration thereof may support the soul from sinking in any tribulation; but woe to you! woe to you! vvb av pn22 j n2, po31 n1 vbz dt j p-acp n1, dt n1 av vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp d n1; cc-acp n1 p-acp pn22! n1 p-acp pn22! (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 355
1906 you have no part in that; you have no part in that; pn22 vhb dx n1 p-acp d; (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 355
1907 what will you doe? what will become of you when Christ shall appear in wrath? It will bee in vain for you to call to the mountains, to hide you from the wrath of the Lamb: what will you do? what will become of you when christ shall appear in wrath? It will be in vain for you to call to the Mountains, to hide you from the wrath of the Lamb: q-crq vmb pn22 vdi? q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pn22 c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1? pn31 vmb vbi p-acp j c-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 355
1908 It will bee in vain for you to think upon the creatures, nothing, nothing, will bee able to support your souls. Indeed, beleevers (when hee shall appear in flames of fire ) will bee able to comfort themselves, with the knowledge of his transcendent love; It will be in vain for you to think upon the creatures, nothing, nothing, will be able to support your Souls. Indeed, believers (when he shall appear in flames of fire) will be able to Comfort themselves, with the knowledge of his transcendent love; pn31 vmb vbi p-acp j c-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, pix, pix, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi po22 n2. np1, n2 (c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n2 pp-f n1) vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi px32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 355
1909 but alas, you who have no right to Christ, what will you doe in that day? you must doubtesse (if you remain as you are) sink in despair, and dye under his wrath. but alas, you who have no right to christ, what will you do in that day? you must doubtesse (if you remain as you Are) sink in despair, and die under his wrath. cc-acp uh, pn22 r-crq vhb dx j-jn p-acp np1, r-crq vmb pn22 vdi p-acp d n1? pn22 vmb n1 (cs pn22 vvb c-acp pn22 vbr) vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 355
1910 Use, Lastly, I shall adde one word of exhortation, and conclude: Use, Lastly, I shall add one word of exhortation, and conclude: n1, ord, pns11 vmb vvi crd n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi: (10) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 355
1911 In as much as the knowledge of the love of Christ is of such speciall efficacy (as you have heard) to support your souls under tribulations, then bee exhorted. In as much as the knowledge of the love of christ is of such special efficacy (as you have herd) to support your Souls under tribulations, then be exhorted. p-acp p-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pp-f d j n1 (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp n2, av vbi vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 356
1912 First, to labour to be wel acquainted with the love of Christ in the substance thereof, in the circumstances thereof, First, to labour to be well acquainted with the love of christ in the substance thereof, in the Circumstances thereof, ord, p-acp vvb pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 av, p-acp dt n2 av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 356
1913 and especially in the fulnesse and freenesse thereof. Read, study, pray, doe what you can, that you may bee acquainted with this love; and especially in the fullness and freeness thereof. Read, study, pray, do what you can, that you may be acquainted with this love; cc av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 av. vvb, n1, vvb, vdb r-crq pn22 vmb, cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 356
1914 the knowledge, and consideration of which, is a cordial in any trouble. the knowledge, and consideration of which, is a cordial in any trouble. dt n1, cc n1 pp-f r-crq, vbz dt j p-acp d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 356
1915 Secondly, labour to clear it up to your selves, that you have a share in this love, and a right to it. Secondly, labour to clear it up to your selves, that you have a share in this love, and a right to it. ord, vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp po22 n2, cst pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc dt n-jn p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 356
1916 This is the cordial of this cordial of Christs love, viz. for the soul to see that it is this; This is the cordial of this cordial of Christ love, viz. for the soul to see that it is this; d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f npg1 n1, n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbz d; (10) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 356
1917 so much I hinted in the explication thereof: Especially strive (poor souls) to clear up this; so much I hinted in the explication thereof: Especially strive (poor Souls) to clear up this; av av-d pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 av: av-j vvb (j n2) pc-acp vvi a-acp d; (10) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 356
1918 know, you once had no part in it, you were born children of wrath, without Christ; know, you once had no part in it, you were born children of wrath, without christ; vvb, pn22 a-acp vhd dx n1 p-acp pn31, pn22 vbdr vvn n2 pp-f n1, p-acp np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 356
1919 Let it bee your constant care therefore to make it appear, that now you have a share in that transcendent love which is in Christ. Let it be your constant care Therefore to make it appear, that now you have a share in that transcendent love which is in christ. vvb pn31 vbi po22 j n1 av pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi, cst av pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp d j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 356
1920 Thirdly, upon all occasions run to this fountain of love. Draw out of it suitable Cordials for any troubles. Thirdly, upon all occasions run to this fountain of love. Draw out of it suitable Cordials for any Troubles. ord, p-acp d n2 vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. vvb av pp-f pn31 j n2 p-acp d n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 344 Page 357
1921 You have heard that it will comfort (and a word was hinted to direct you.) Now, up, and bee doing; You have herd that it will Comfort (and a word was hinted to Direct you.) Now, up, and be doing; pn22 vhb vvn cst pn31 vmb vvi (cc dt n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pn22.) av, a-acp, cc vbi vdg; (10) sermon (DIV1) 344 Page 357
1922 and in all occasions, labour that the love of Christ may keep your Spirits from fainting. and in all occasions, labour that the love of christ may keep your Spirits from fainting. cc p-acp d n2, vvb d dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi po22 n2 p-acp vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 344 Page 357
1923 Consider what times you are fallen in, you may expect to meet with tribulation. I cannot assure you, of sweet, and loving dealing from the world; Consider what times you Are fallen in, you may expect to meet with tribulation. I cannot assure you, of sweet, and loving dealing from the world; vvb r-crq n2 pn22 vbr vvn p-acp, pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. pns11 vmbx vvi pn22, pp-f j, cc j-vvg n-vvg p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 357
1924 neither can I assure you of kind dealing from those who call themselves by the name of Brethren: neither can I assure you of kind dealing from those who call themselves by the name of Brothers: dx vmb pns11 vvi pn22 pp-f j n-vvg p-acp d r-crq vvb px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 357
1925 But this I can assure you, If upon the words of grace you act faith, and come to Christ, that hee will sweeten your troubles. But this I can assure you, If upon the words of grace you act faith, and come to christ, that he will sweeten your Troubles. cc-acp d pns11 vmb vvi pn22, cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 pn22 n1 n1, cc vvb p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmb vvi po22 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 357
1926 You have heard, There is love in his bosome for every beleever, and that love is of a transcendent nature. You have herd, There is love in his bosom for every believer, and that love is of a transcendent nature. pn22 vhb vvn, a-acp vbz n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1, cc d n1 vbz pp-f dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 357
1927 You have also heard how that, It concerneth you all to labour, and study for the knowledge of it: You have also herd how that, It concerns you all to labour, and study for the knowledge of it: pn22 vhb av vvn c-crq cst, pn31 vvz pn22 d p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 358
1928 And now you hear, That if you attain the right and spirituall knowledge thereof, it will bee very comfortable to you in any trouble. And now you hear, That if you attain the right and spiritual knowledge thereof, it will be very comfortable to you in any trouble. cc av pn22 vvb, cst cs pn22 vvb dt j-jn cc j n1 av, pn31 vmb vbi av j p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 358
1929 I beseech you therefore, as you prize your soules, as you prize comfort in tribulations, Beleeve, I beseech you Therefore, as you prize your Souls, as you prize Comfort in tribulations, Believe, pns11 vvb pn22 av, c-acp pn22 vvb po22 n2, c-acp pn22 vvb n1 p-acp n2, vvb, (10) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 358
1930 and labour to get a part in Christ; and labour to get a part in christ; cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 358
1931 and then know, that let your condition bee what it will bee, however the World shall goe well or ill with you, and then know, that let your condition be what it will be, however the World shall go well or ill with you, cc av vvb, cst vvb po22 n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb vbi, c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi av cc av-jn p-acp pn22, (10) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 358
1932 yet you shall still find a Friend of Christ, hee will still follow you, with a full, a free, a cordial, and a transcendent love. yet you shall still find a Friend of christ, he will still follow you, with a full, a free, a cordial, and a transcendent love. av pn22 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb av vvi pn22, p-acp dt j, dt j, dt j, cc dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 358
1933 I have no more but this: I have no more but this: pns11 vhb dx dc p-acp d: (10) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 358
1934 Let the consideration of the love that is in Christ to Beleevers, and of all the comfort that is in that love in any troubles, prevaile with you to look after it, Let the consideration of the love that is in christ to Believers, and of all the Comfort that is in that love in any Troubles, prevail with you to look After it, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp np1 p-acp n2, cc pp-f d dt n1 cst vbz p-acp d n1 p-acp d n2, vvb p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 358
1935 and to lay hold upon Jesus Christ, Then shall you know experimentally That the love of Christ passeth knowledge. and to lay hold upon jesus christ, Then shall you know experimentally That the love of christ passes knowledge. cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1 np1, av vmb pn22 vvi av-j cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 259

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View Segment and References (Segment No.) Note No. Text Standardized Text Parts of Speech
906 0 NONLATINALPHABET, from NONLATINALPHABET a weight. , from a weight. , p-acp dt n1.
4 0 Note. Note. n1.
30 0 Context. Context. n1.
37 0 Note. Note. n1.
44 0 Note. Note. n1.
55 0 Doubt. Doubt. n1.
56 0 Satisfaction. Satisfaction. n1.
69 0 Division of the word. Division of the word. n1 pp-f dt n1.
72 0 Doctrines from the words. Doctrines from the words. n2 p-acp dt n2.
79 0 Point opnened. Point opnened. n1 vvd.
80 0 How love may be said to be in Christ. How love may be said to be in christ. q-crq n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp np1.
82 0 What Christs love is. What Christ love is. r-crq npg1 n1 vbz.
88 0 Cunctorum { que } Deum primum quaesivit amorem. Cunctorum { que } God primum quaesivit amorem. fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
97 0 Beleevers who they are, described. Believers who they Are, described. n2 r-crq pns32 vbr, vvn.
104 0 Point proved. Point proved. n1 vvd.
105 0 Joh. 13.23 & 19.26 John 13.23 & 19.26 np1 crd cc crd
114 0 Ch•ists love demonst ated Oculus amoris index. Ch•ists love Demonstrate ated Oculus amoris index. vvz n1 js j np1 fw-la n1.
118 0 Ubi amor, ibi oculus. Ubi amor, There oculus. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la.
120 0 NONLATINALPHABET i e. Thy appearance. i e. Thy appearance. pns11 uh. po21 n1.
122 0 NONLATINALPHABET i. e, Thou hast heartened me. i. e, Thou hast heartened me. pns11. sy, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
128 0 Lingua amori tuba. Lingua amori Tubam. np1 fw-la n1.
133 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
141 0 NONLATINALPHABET. ap•a Hermog. . ap•a Hermog. . uh n1.
151 0 Act i• amoris ancill•. Act i• amoris ancill•. n1 n1 fw-la n1.
163 0 NONLATINALPHABET i. e. lny himself open. i. e. lny himself open. uh. sy. n1 px31 j.
173 0 NONLATINALPHABET i.e. make out abode, or long stay with. i.e. make out Abided, or long stay with. n1 vvb av n1, cc av-j vvi p-acp.
204 0 ☜ Mark and mind this. ☜ Mark and mind this. ☜ vvb cc vvi d.
276 0 NONLATINALPHABET apud Hebraeos est & verbum, & res. apud Hebraeos est & verbum, & Rest. fw-la npg1 fw-la cc fw-la, cc fw-la.
377 0 God is only ours in Christ. Christ is called, NONLATINALPHABET i. e. God with us, or our God. God is only ours in christ. christ is called, i. e. God with us, or our God. np1 vbz av-j png12 p-acp np1. np1 vbz vvn, uh. sy. np1 p-acp pno12, cc po12 n1.
889 0 Christs Commands speak love Christ Commands speak love npg1 vvz vvi n1
911 0 The word is NONLATINALPHABET which is used for the pleasantnesse of a life of love. 2 Sam. 1 26. The word is which is used for the pleasantness of a life of love. 2 Sam. 1 26. dt n1 vbz r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. crd np1 crd crd
955 0 Christs care speaks love. Christ care speaks love. npg1 n1 vvz n1.
977 0 Psal. 45.14. Psalm 45.14. np1 crd.
978 0 Ezek. 16.10, 11, 12, 13. Ezekiel 16.10, 11, 12, 13. np1 crd, crd, crd, crd
990 0 Phil. 3. last. Philip 3. last. np1 crd n1.
991 0 Col 3.4. 1 Joh. 3.3. Col 3.4. 1 John 3.3. np1 crd. crd np1 crd.
992 0 2 Thes 1.10. 2 These 1.10. crd d crd.
1009 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
1009 1 To hide as a treasure hence NONLATINALPHABET a treasure. To hide as a treasure hence a treasure. pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 av dt n1.
1011 0 Christs endeavour to perswade beleevers of his love, speaks its greatnesse. Christ endeavour to persuade believers of his love, speaks its greatness. npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvz po31 n1.
1049 0 NONLATINALPHABET. i.e. We boast in a glorying manner. . i.e. We boast in a glorying manner. . n1 pns12 vvb p-acp dt vvg n1.
1061 0 Note this Note this vvb d
1065 0 ☞ Mind this ☞ Mind this ☞ n1 d
1123 0 These things I touched at in the first Ser. mon, but not so fully. These things I touched At in the First Ser. mon, but not so Fully. d n2 pns11 vvd p-acp p-acp dt ord np1 fw-fr, cc-acp xx av av-j.
1216 0 Ephes. 5.2. 1 Joh. 4.11. Ephesians 5.2. 1 John 4.11. np1 crd. crd np1 crd.
1258 0 Job. ••. 12. Job. ••. 12. np1. ••. crd.
1283 0 Explication what knowledg we should labour for Explication what knowledge we should labour for n1 r-crq n1 pns12 vmd vvi p-acp
1285 0 1 A clear and full. 1 A clear and full. vvn dt j cc j.
1292 0 2 A spirituall and experimentall. 2 A spiritual and experimental. crd dt j cc j.
1346 0 NONLATINALPHABET see Luk. 8.45. and Luke 19.43. see Luk. 8.45. and Lycia 19.43. vvb np1 crd. cc av crd.
1428 0 Duplex plenitudo scientioe, & visionis, viz Plenitudo 1 Subjecti. 2 Objecti. Duplex plenitudo scientioe, & visionis, videlicet Plenitudo 1 Subject. 2 Object. fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la, av fw-la crd np1. crd np1.
1582 0 2 Cor. 1. ult 2 Cor. 1. ult crd np1 crd n1
1746 0 1 Sam. 10.27. 1 Sam. 10.27. vvn np1 crd.
1770 0 Note this. Note this. vvb d.