A sermon preached at the first meeting of the clergy of the arch-deaconry of Chester at Warrington, June the 3d, 1697 for the relief of poor clergymen, their widows & children, within the arch-deaconry of Chester / Edmund Entwisle ...

Entwisle, Edmund
Publisher: Printed by J H for Henry Mortlock and John Minshull
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1698
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A38495 ESTC ID: R31435 STC ID: E3139_VARIANT
Subject Headings: Clergy -- Salaries, etc. -- England; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 MARK X. 21. Then Jesus beholding him loved him, and said unto him, One thing thou lackest, go thy way, sell whatsoever thou hast and give to the Poor, MARK X. 21. Then jesus beholding him loved him, and said unto him, One thing thou Lackest, go thy Way, fell whatsoever thou hast and give to the Poor, np1 fw-la crd av np1 vvg pno31 vvd pno31, cc vvd p-acp pno31, crd n1 pns21 vv2, vvb po21 n1, vvb r-crq pns21 vh2 cc vvi p-acp dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 and thou shalt have Treasure in Heaven, and come take up thy Cross and follow me. and thou shalt have Treasure in Heaven, and come take up thy Cross and follow me. cc pns21 vm2 vhi n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb vvi a-acp po21 n1 cc vvb pno11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
2 VArious are the Opinions about the Sence of these Words, and therefore let us first consider those before we apply 'em to our purpose. VArious Are the Opinions about the Sense of these Words, and Therefore let us First Consider those before we apply they to our purpose. j vbr dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc av vvb pno12 ord vvi d c-acp pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 First, Some think, when Christ tells the young Man, One thing thou lackest, that he speaks according to the Doctrine and Notions of the Pharisees and other Teachers among the Jews, and trys this Rich Man boasting of his exact performances of the Law, First, some think, when christ tells the young Man, One thing thou Lackest, that he speaks according to the Doctrine and Notions of the Pharisees and other Teachers among the jews, and trys this Rich Man boasting of his exact performances of the Law, ord, d vvb, c-crq np1 vvz dt j n1, crd n1 pns21 vv2, cst pns31 vvz vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt np2 cc j-jn n2 p-acp dt np2, cc n2 d j n1 vvg pp-f po31 j n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 whether when he aspir'd to Eternal Life he would come up to that Perfection which his Countrymen so much prais'd; whither when he aspired to Eternal Life he would come up to that Perfection which his Countrymen so much praised; cs c-crq pns31 vvn p-acp j n1 pns31 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 r-crq po31 n2 av av-d vvd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 not that he either devoted Christians to voluntary Poverty, or that he exhorted him to rest in a Pharisaical Perfection, not that he either devoted Christians to voluntary Poverty, or that he exhorted him to rest in a Pharisaical Perfection, xx cst pns31 av-d vvn np1 p-acp j-jn n1, cc cst pns31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
6 but to renounce the World by observing that very Doctrine which the Pharisees profest. but to renounce the World by observing that very Doctrine which the Pharisees professed. cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg d j n1 r-crq dt np2 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
7 1. But first, we do not find the Scribes and Pharisees prest men to such heights of Charity to the Poor. 1. But First, we do not find the Scribes and Pharisees pressed men to such heights of Charity to the Poor. crd p-acp ord, pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n2 cc np2 vvn n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
8 For our Saviour therefore reproves them because they had made the Commandment of God of none effect, by teaching Men to divorce their Wives at pleasure, to deny Maintenance to a needy Parent for God's sake, For our Saviour Therefore reproves them Because they had made the Commandment of God of none Effect, by teaching Men to divorce their Wives At pleasure, to deny Maintenance to a needy Parent for God's sake, p-acp po12 n1 av vvz pno32 c-acp pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f pi n1, p-acp vvg n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
9 and yet say they had done no evil: and yet say they had done no evil: cc av vvb pns32 vhd vdn dx n-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
10 And he elsewhere fixes this Character upon them, that they did omit Mercy and Judgment, the weightier Works of the Law. And he elsewhere fixes this Character upon them, that they did omit Mercy and Judgement, the Weightier Works of the Law. cc pns31 av vvz d n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vdd vvi n1 cc n1, dt jc vvz pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
11 However this was, yet certainly our Saviour did not here teach the Pharisees Doctrine only, but his own, because he proposeth it to him as the Condition of his Salvation, However this was, yet Certainly our Saviour did not Here teach the Pharisees Doctrine only, but his own, Because he Proposeth it to him as the Condition of his Salvation, c-acp d vbds, av av-j po12 n1 vdd xx av vvi dt np2 n1 av-j, cc-acp po31 d, c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
12 and as a thing necessary before he could be his Disciple. Then come and follow me. and as a thing necessary before he could be his Disciple. Then come and follow me. cc p-acp dt n1 j c-acp pns31 vmd vbi po31 n1. av vvn cc vvb pno11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
13 Secondly, Some think this Rich Man was only an Hypocrite, and not sincere in his Enquiry, Secondly, some think this Rich Man was only an Hypocrite, and not sincere in his Enquiry, ord, d vvb d j n1 vbds av-j dt n1, cc xx j p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
14 and therefore our Saviour justly tried him by so severe a Rule, tho' he did not intend to oblige others to the practice of it. and Therefore our Saviour justly tried him by so severe a Rule, though he did not intend to oblige Others to the practice of it. cc av po12 n1 av-j vvd pno31 p-acp av j dt n1, cs pns31 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
15 But that this rich Man was in earnest, and that our Saviour saw something extraordinary in him is evident by his Carriage toward him. But that this rich Man was in earnest, and that our Saviour saw something extraordinary in him is evident by his Carriage towards him. p-acp d d j n1 vbds p-acp n1, cc d po12 n1 vvd pi j p-acp pno31 vbz j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
16 The Text says, He loved him. He was well pleased with his Candor and Ingenuity, spoke kindly to him, The Text Says, He loved him. He was well pleased with his Candor and Ingenuity, spoke kindly to him, dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvd pno31. pns31 vbds av vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, vvd av-j p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
17 and by some outward Gesture (perhaps kissing him, which was used by the Jewish Rabbins in the like case) manifested that he was well satisfied with his earnest desire of Salvation, and by Some outward Gesture (perhaps kissing him, which was used by the Jewish Rabbis in the like case) manifested that he was well satisfied with his earnest desire of Salvation, cc p-acp d j n1 (av vvg pno31, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt jp n2 p-acp dt j n1) vvd cst pns31 vbds av vvn p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
18 and his Endeavours after the Means to obtain it, and so proceeds to tell him the remainder of his Duty. and his Endeavours After the Means to obtain it, and so proceeds to tell him the remainder of his Duty. cc po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc av vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
19 And that the young man had no ordinary esteem and affection for the Person who thus counselled him appears, And that the young man had no ordinary esteem and affection for the Person who thus counseled him appears, cc d dt j n1 vhd dx j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq av vvd pno31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
20 because he went away sorrowfull, Vers. 22. And could not without vehement grief reject the Command he had given him. Because he went away sorrowful, Vers. 22. And could not without vehement grief reject the Command he had given him. c-acp pns31 vvd av j, np1 crd cc vmd xx p-acp j n1 vvi dt n1 pns31 vhd vvn pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
21 He look'd on him as one that could and would shew him the true way to Happiness, He looked on him as one that could and would show him the true Way to Happiness, pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp pi cst vmd cc vmd vvi pno31 dt j n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
22 and was therefore sorrowfull because he found this hard condition necessary to it. and was Therefore sorrowful Because he found this hard condition necessary to it. cc vbds av j c-acp pns31 vvd d j n1 j p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
23 Thirdly, Some think the only thing our Saviour found fault with, was his inordinate love of Riches, Thirdly, some think the only thing our Saviour found fault with, was his inordinate love of Riches, ord, d vvb dt j n1 po12 n1 vvn n1 p-acp, vbds po31 j n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 3
24 and that he commanded him not actually to part with them and give them to the Poor, and that he commanded him not actually to part with them and give them to the Poor, cc cst pns31 vvd pno31 xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cc vvb pno32 p-acp dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 3
25 but that he should not set his Affections on 'em, that he should only be still ready to supply the Necessities of the Needy, but that he should not Set his Affections on they, that he should only be still ready to supply the Necessities of the Needy, cc-acp cst pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno32, cst pns31 vmd av-j vbi av j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 3
26 and content to part with all things rather than the Gospel. and content to part with all things rather than the Gospel. cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 av-c cs dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 3
27 But that the Words should be understood of selling or actual parting with his Goods is as evident as words can make it, But that the Words should be understood of selling or actual parting with his Goods is as evident as words can make it, p-acp d dt n2 vmd vbi vvn pp-f vvg cc j n-vvg p-acp po31 n2-j vbb p-acp j c-acp n2 vmb vvi pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 3
28 because our Saviour bids him Go thy way, sell whatsoever thou hast and give to the Poor. Because our Saviour bids him Go thy Way, fell whatsoever thou hast and give to the Poor. c-acp po12 n1 vvz pno31 vvb po21 n1, vvb r-crq pns21 vh2 cc vvi p-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 3
29 Beside we do not find this Phrase of selling our Goods does signifie in Scripture only a Readiness to part with them, Beside we do not find this Phrase of selling our Goods does signify in Scripture only a Readiness to part with them, p-acp pns12 vdb xx vvi d n1 pp-f vvg po12 n2-j vdz vvi p-acp n1 av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
30 and contentedly to bear the thoughts of losing them; which our Saviour usually expresses by hating and denying them, Luke 14. 26, 33. and contentedly to bear the thoughts of losing them; which our Saviour usually Expresses by hating and denying them, Lycia 14. 26, 33. cc av-vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f vvg pno32; r-crq po12 n1 av-j vvz p-acp vvg cc vvg pno32, av crd crd, crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
31 Nay, he commands him not only to be ready to part with them. But go thy way, says he, and sell, then return and follow me. Nay, he commands him not only to be ready to part with them. But go thy Way, Says he, and fell, then return and follow me. uh, pns31 vvz pno31 xx av-j pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. p-acp vvi po21 n1, vvz pns31, cc vvi, cs n1 cc vvb pno11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 4
32 Had he only enjoyn'd him Resignation of Spirit and Contentedness of Mind there had been no occasion of bidding him leave his Company and forsake him for a time. Had he only enjoined him Resignation of Spirit and Contentedness of Mind there had been no occasion of bidding him leave his Company and forsake him for a time. vhd pns31 av-j vvd pno31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 a-acp vhd vbn dx n1 pp-f vvg pno31 vvi po31 n1 cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
33 Since his good Instructions and charitable Example might more effectually perswade him to this in his presence than his absence. Since his good Instructions and charitable Exampl might more effectually persuade him to this in his presence than his absence. p-acp po31 j n2 cc j n1 vmd av-dc av-j vvi pno31 p-acp d p-acp po31 n1 cs po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
34 But suppose we understand these words as the generality of Interpreters do the forementioned Text, Luke 14. 33. so likewise whosoever he be of you that forsaketh not all he hath he cannot be my Disciple, i. e. who is not prepar'd and resolv'd at least to forsake all he has when there is occasion, But suppose we understand these words as the generality of Interpreters do the forementioned Text, Lycia 14. 33. so likewise whosoever he be of you that Forsaketh not all he hath he cannot be my Disciple, i. e. who is not prepared and resolved At least to forsake all he has when there is occasion, p-acp vvb pns12 vvb d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vdb dt j n1, av crd crd av av c-crq pns31 vbb pp-f pn22 cst vvz xx d pns31 vhz pns31 vmbx vbi po11 n1, sy. sy. r-crq vbz xx vvd cc vvd p-acp ds pc-acp vvi d pns31 vhz c-crq a-acp vbz n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
35 and when he cannot retain 'em Salva pietate & officio. Thence it plainly follows, that there may be such occasions, and when he cannot retain they Salva Piate & Officio. Thence it plainly follows, that there may be such occasions, cc c-crq pns31 vmbx vvi pno32 np1 vvi cc n1. av pn31 av-j vvz, cst a-acp vmb vbi d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
36 and when there are such that every one (as well as the young man in the Text) who will fulfill the Duty of a Christian must actually part with and forgo all his Enjoyments. And therefore and when there Are such that every one (as well as the young man in the Text) who will fulfil the Duty of a Christian must actually part with and forgo all his Enjoyments. And Therefore cc c-crq pc-acp vbr d cst d crd (c-acp av c-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1) r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt njp vmb av-j vvi p-acp cc vvi d po31 n2. cc av (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
37 Fourthly, Others confess that we ought to understand the words of parting with our Goods, Fourthly, Others confess that we ought to understand the words of parting with our Goods, ord, ng2-jn vvb cst pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f vvg p-acp po12 n2-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
38 yet that they are to be interpreted as a Counsel of Perfection only, not as a Command or a necessary Duty in any case. yet that they Are to be interpreted as a Counsel of Perfection only, not as a Command or a necessary Duty in any case. av cst pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j, xx p-acp dt n1 cc dt j n1 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 5
39 But the contrary is plain both from the Question and the Answer: But the contrary is plain both from the Question and the Answer: p-acp dt n-jn vbz j av-d p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
40 The Question was, Good Master, what shall I do to inherit eternal life? Our Saviour first answer'd him by shewing the common Duties; The Question was, Good Master, what shall I do to inherit Eternal life? Our Saviour First answered him by showing the Common Duties; dt n1 vbds, j n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi pc-acp vvi j n1? po12 n1 ord vvd pno31 p-acp vvg dt j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
41 when he said he had observed these, he tells him, Yet lickest thou one thing, go and sell all that thou hast and give to the Poor, when he said he had observed these, he tells him, Yet lickest thou one thing, go and fell all that thou hast and give to the Poor, c-crq pns31 vvd pns31 vhd vvn d, pns31 vvz pno31, av js-jn pns21 crd n1, vvb cc vvi d cst pns21 vh2 cc vvi p-acp dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
42 and thou shalt have Treasure in Heaven. and thou shalt have Treasure in Heaven. cc pns21 vm2 vhi n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
43 So that this was a Condition necessary to his Happiness, without this all his other Performances could not save him, without such Charity he must not enter Heaven, otherwise nothing had been then wanting in order to his Salvation. So that this was a Condition necessary to his Happiness, without this all his other Performances could not save him, without such Charity he must not enter Heaven, otherwise nothing had been then wanting in order to his Salvation. av cst d vbds dt n1 j p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d d po31 j-jn n2 vmd xx vvi pno31, p-acp d n1 pns31 vmb xx vvi n1, av pix vhd vbn av vvg p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
44 Fifthly, Others think our Saviour enjoyned him this not as necessary to his Salvation, but only to a greater perfection of it, Fifthly, Others think our Saviour enjoined him this not as necessary to his Salvation, but only to a greater perfection of it, ord, ng2-jn vvb po12 n1 vvd pno31 d xx p-acp j p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 5
45 and to a more sublime degree of Happiness. and to a more sublime degree of Happiness. cc p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 5
46 As if when our Saviour said, If thou wilt be perfect, he meant, if thou would'st obtain the highest pitch of Perfection and Glory. As if when our Saviour said, If thou wilt be perfect, he meant, if thou Wouldst obtain the highest pitch of Perfection and Glory. p-acp cs c-crq po12 n1 vvd, cs pns21 vm2 vbi j, pns31 vvd, cs pns21 vmd2 vvi dt js n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 5
47 But he only askt the way to get Eternal Life, and probably was not yet instructed in the Doctrine of the different degrees of Glory. But he only asked the Way to get Eternal Life, and probably was not yet instructed in the Doctrine of the different Degrees of Glory. p-acp pns31 av-j vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi j n1, cc av-j vbds xx av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 5
48 Nor was there such great reason why he should go away so sorrowfull, if he could retain his beloved Mammon, Nor was there such great reason why he should go away so sorrowful, if he could retain his Beloved Mammon, ccx vbds a-acp d j n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vvi av av j, cs pns31 vmd vvi po31 j-vvn np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 5
49 and yet receive a heavenly Treasure, tho' not of the greatest value; much less why he should forsake his Master and cease to be his Disciple. and yet receive a heavenly Treasure, though not of the greatest valve; much less why he should forsake his Master and cease to be his Disciple. cc av vvb dt j n1, cs xx pp-f dt js n1; av-d av-dc c-crq pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 cc vvb pc-acp vbi po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 6
50 Nor had it been pertinent in our Saviour hereupon to remark how difficult, nay, almost impossible for a Rich Man to enter into Heaven, Nor had it been pertinent in our Saviour hereupon to remark how difficult, nay, almost impossible for a Rich Man to enter into Heaven, ccx vhd pn31 vbn j p-acp po12 n1 av p-acp n1 c-crq j, uh-x, av j p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 6
51 if his Riches only excluded him from the highest Seat of Bliss. if his Riches only excluded him from the highest Seat of Bliss. cs po31 n2 av-j vvn pno31 p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 6
52 Sixthly, Others think that the Text was indeed a Precept, but that it was Personal, given to this young man only, Sixthly, Others think that the Text was indeed a Precept, but that it was Personal, given to this young man only, j, ng2-jn vvb cst dt n1 vbds av dt n1, cc-acp cst pn31 vbds j, vvn p-acp d j n1 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 6
53 and not to other Christians tho' in the like Circumstances, that our Saviour required this by way of Temptation or tryal of the young Man's Faith and Obedience; and not to other Christians though in the like circumstances, that our Saviour required this by Way of Temptation or trial of the young Man's Faith and obedience; cc xx p-acp j-jn np1 pns21 p-acp dt j n2, cst po12 n1 vvd d p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 6
54 and that it was such another Command as that which was given to Abraham of offering up his only Son Isaac, which God did not intend to be performed, and that it was such Another Command as that which was given to Abraham of offering up his only Son Isaac, which God did not intend to be performed, cc cst pn31 vbds d j-jn n1 p-acp d r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1 pp-f vvg a-acp po31 j n1 np1, r-crq np1 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 6
55 and consequently that now it no more concerns other Christians, than that Precept given to Abraham doth. and consequently that now it no more concerns other Christians, than that Precept given to Abraham does. cc av-j cst av pn31 dx dc vvz j-jn np1, cs d n1 vvn p-acp np1 vdz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 6
56 This indeed is a plausible and more generally receiv'd Interpretation than any of the former, but the truth of it may very reasonably be deny'd. This indeed is a plausible and more generally received Interpretation than any of the former, but the truth of it may very reasonably be denied. np1 av vbz dt j cc av-dc av-j vvn n1 cs d pp-f dt j, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb av av-j vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 6
57 First, Because our Saviour gave the same Command to all his Disciples, Luk. 12. 33. Sell that ye have and give Alms, provide your selves Bags which wax not old, a Treasure in the Heavens that faileth not, where no Thief approacheth, neither Moth corrupteth. First, Because our Saviour gave the same Command to all his Disciples, Luk. 12. 33. Fell that you have and give Alms, provide your selves Bags which wax not old, a Treasure in the Heavens that Faileth not, where no Thief Approaches, neither Moth corrupteth. ord, p-acp po12 n1 vvd dt d n1 p-acp d po31 n2, np1 crd crd vvb cst pn22 vhb cc vvi n2, vvb po22 n2 n2 r-crq vvb xx j, dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cst vvz xx, c-crq dx n1 vvz, dx n1 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 6
58 And therefore 'tis without reason said, that this Command was personal, given to the young man only. And Therefore it's without reason said, that this Command was personal, given to the young man only. cc av pn31|vbz p-acp n1 vvd, cst d n1 vbds j, vvn p-acp dt j n1 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 7
59 And for the same reason it appears that this was not designed as a bare Temptation, And for the same reason it appears that this was not designed as a bore Temptation, cc p-acp dt d n1 pn31 vvz cst d vbds xx vvn p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 7
60 or tryal of his readiness to obey his Master's Will, in an Instance which he ne'er intended should be performed: or trial of his readiness to obey his Masters Will, in an Instance which he never intended should be performed: cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 n1, p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 av-x vvd vmd vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 7
61 Since he enjoyned the like to his Disciples elsewhere, and not only they but all the good Christians in the first times did actually do the same, which our Saviour required the young man here to do. Since he enjoined the like to his Disciples elsewhere, and not only they but all the good Christians in the First times did actually do the same, which our Saviour required the young man Here to do. c-acp pns31 vvd dt j p-acp po31 n2 av, cc xx av-j pns32 p-acp d dt j np1 p-acp dt ord n2 vdd av-j vdi dt d, r-crq po12 n1 vvd dt j n1 av pc-acp vdi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 7
62 And all that believed were together and had all things common, and sold their Possessions and Goods, And all that believed were together and had all things Common, and sold their Possessions and Goods, cc d cst vvn vbdr av cc vhd d n2 j, cc vvd po32 n2 cc n2-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 7
63 and parted them to all men, as every man had need, Acts 2. 44, 45. The general Practice of that Age was the best Comment on our Saviour's Precept, and the surest way to discover to what degrees of Charity the best of Christians thought themselves oblig'd upon such great occasions. But and parted them to all men, as every man had need, Acts 2. 44, 45. The general Practice of that Age was the best Comment on our Saviour's Precept, and the Surest Way to discover to what Degrees of Charity the best of Christians Thought themselves obliged upon such great occasions. But cc vvd pno32 p-acp d n2, c-acp d n1 vhd n1, n2 crd crd, crd dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vbds dt js n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1, cc dt js n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq n2 pp-f n1 dt js pp-f np1 vvd px32 vvn p-acp d j n2. p-acp (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 7
64 Secondly, (As I said before) it must be confess'd, that in some Circumstances any Disciple of the blessed Jesus may be obliged to leave all he has and follow him. Secondly, (As I said before) it must be confessed, that in Some circumstances any Disciple of the blessed jesus may be obliged to leave all he has and follow him. ord, (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst p-acp d n2 d n1 pp-f dt j-vvn np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d pns31 vhz cc vvb pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 7
65 And tho' God was pleas'd to make tryal of Abraham 's Faith, who was to be the Father of the Faithfull and an Example to all Generations by such a singular Instance of Obedience as was never exacted from any other, there is no reason to conclude our Saviour has done any such thing under the Gospel where he proposes the Terms and Methods of Salvation, which he came to make known to all. And though God was pleased to make trial of Abraham is Faith, who was to be the Father of the Faithful and an Exampl to all Generations by such a singular Instance of obedience as was never exacted from any other, there is no reason to conclude our Saviour has done any such thing under the Gospel where he proposes the Terms and Methods of Salvation, which he Come to make known to all. cc cs np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1, r-crq vbds pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j cc dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f n1 a-acp vbds av-x vvn p-acp d n-jn, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 vhz vdn d d n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi vvn p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 8
66 Nor is it likely he would discourage such great and early Piety in a hopefull Youth, who was desirous to be his Proselyte and Disciple by requiring severer Conditions than he did from those who are actual Professors of his Gospel. Nor is it likely he would discourage such great and early Piety in a hopeful Youth, who was desirous to be his Proselyte and Disciple by requiring severer Conditions than he did from those who Are actual Professors of his Gospel. ccx vbz pn31 j pns31 vmd vvi d j cc j n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbds j pc-acp vbi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg jc n2 cs pns31 vdd p-acp d r-crq vbr j n2 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 8
67 It being observable that God rather dispens'd with some things in Proselytes or new Converts, which he expected from full grown Professors, It being observable that God rather dispensed with Some things in Proselytes or new Converts, which he expected from full grown Professors, pn31 vbg j cst n1 av-c vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp n2 cc j vvz, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp av-j vvn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 8
68 as in the case of Naaman, &c. Seventhly, Others think this was a Precept given to all, and that what was necessary to the young man's Salvation was so to other mens in the same state and circumstances with him. as in the case of Naaman, etc. Seventhly, Others think this was a Precept given to all, and that what was necessary to the young Man's Salvation was so to other men's in the same state and Circumstances with him. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av crd, ng2-jn vvb d vbds dt n1 vvn p-acp d, cc cst r-crq vbds j p-acp dt j ng1 n1 vbds av p-acp j-jn ng2 p-acp dt d n1 cc n2 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 8
69 Yet that we are not to interpret it according to the Letter, as tho' he or we are ever oblig'd to part with our Estates that we may give to the Poor, Yet that we Are not to interpret it according to the letter, as though he or we Are ever obliged to part with our Estates that we may give to the Poor, av cst pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi pn31 vvg p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs pns31 cc pns12 vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
70 but as we usually interpret several of our Saviour's other Precepts which commonly run in very high and lofty strains; but as we usually interpret several of our Saviour's other Precepts which commonly run in very high and lofty strains; cc-acp c-acp pns12 av-j vvi j pp-f po12 ng1 j-jn n2 r-crq av-j vvn p-acp av j cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
71 as those in Matt. 5. 39, 40, 41, 42. But I say unto you, that ye resist not evil, as those in Matt. 5. 39, 40, 41, 42. But I say unto you, that you resist not evil, c-acp d p-acp np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vvb xx j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
72 but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right Cheek turn to him the other also; but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right Cheek turn to him the other also; cc-acp r-crq vmb vvi pno21 p-acp po21 j-jn n1 vvi p-acp pno31 dt n-jn av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
73 and if any man will sue thee at the Law, and take away thy Coat, let him have thy Cloak also; and if any man will sue thee At the Law, and take away thy Coat, let him have thy Cloak also; cc cs d n1 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb av po21 n1, vvb pno31 vhi po21 n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
74 and whosoever shall compell thee to go a Mile, go with him twain. and whosoever shall compel thee to go a Mile, go with him twain. cc r-crq vmb vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi dt n1, vvb p-acp pno31 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
75 Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away. Give to him that asks thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away. np1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz pno21, cc p-acp pno31 cst vmd vvi pp-f pno21 vvb xx pns21 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
76 And v. 48. Be ye therefore perfect, as your Father which is in Heaven is perfect. And v. 48. Be you Therefore perfect, as your Father which is in Heaven is perfect. cc n1 crd vbb pn22 av j, c-acp po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1 vbz j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 9
77 All which you know are not to be literally understood, only import, that we must be peaceable, mercifull and compassionate to a very high degree; All which you know Are not to be literally understood, only import, that we must be peaceable, merciful and compassionate to a very high degree; d r-crq pn22 vvb vbr xx pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, j n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi j, j cc j p-acp dt j j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
78 and thus to be charitable, is the constant Duty of every good Christian, as well as of the Young Man in the Text. and thus to be charitable, is the constant Duty of every good Christian, as well as of the Young Man in the Text. cc av pc-acp vbi j, vbz dt j n1 pp-f d j njp, c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt np1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
79 This is certainly a very usefull Interpretation of the Words, and as effectual to restrain Men from Uncharitableness, This is Certainly a very useful Interpretation of the Words, and as effectual to restrain Men from Uncharitableness, d vbz av-j dt j j n1 pp-f dt n2, cc p-acp j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 9
80 as those other Precepts from Contention, Malice and Revenge. as those other Precepts from Contention, Malice and Revenge. c-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp n1, n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 9
81 But yet it is plain, that the Young Man understood our Saviour's Words according to the Letter, But yet it is plain, that the Young Man understood our Saviour's Words according to the letter, p-acp av pn31 vbz j, cst dt j n1 vvd po12 ng1 n2 vvg p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
82 and for this reason forsook him: He went away sorrowfull, for he had great Possessions, v. 22. and for this reason forsook him: He went away sorrowful, for he had great Possessions, v. 22. cc p-acp d n1 vvd pno31: pns31 vvd av j, c-acp pns31 vhd j n2, n1 crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
83 Whereas, if he had only required him to be charitable in a decent Measure, or to a considerable Degree, we cannot imagine that a Youth of such early Piety, who had great Riches, Whereas, if he had only required him to be charitable in a decent Measure, or to a considerable Degree, we cannot imagine that a Youth of such early Piety, who had great Riches, cs, cs pns31 vhd av-j vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, pns12 vmbx vvi cst dt n1 pp-f d j n1, r-crq vhd j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 9
84 and so could well afford it; and so could well afford it; cc av vmd av vvi pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 9
85 who had kept all the Commandments from his Youth, would have forsook that Master whom he so much loved. who had kept all the commandments from his Youth, would have forsook that Master whom he so much loved. r-crq vhd vvn d dt n2 p-acp po31 n1, vmd vhi vvn d n1 ro-crq pns31 av av-d vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 9
86 Nor can we suppose, that our Saviour would suffer such a one (for he loved him) to forsake him and his Gospel through a Misconstruction of his Precepts. Nor can we suppose, that our Saviour would suffer such a one (for he loved him) to forsake him and his Gospel through a Misconstruction of his Precepts. ccx vmb pns12 vvb, cst po12 n1 vmd vvi d dt pi (c-acp pns31 vvd pno31) pc-acp vvi pno31 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 9
87 Secondly, Because the Primitive Christians did literally perform what our Saviour here enjoyned; Secondly, Because the Primitive Christians did literally perform what our Saviour Here enjoined; ord, p-acp dt j np1 vdd av-j vvi r-crq po12 n1 av vvd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 10
88 and their Lives were the truest Transcripts, and their Practice the best Interpreters of the Laws they lived under. and their Lives were the Truest Transcripts, and their Practice the best Interpreters of the Laws they lived under. cc po32 n2 vbdr dt js n2, cc po32 n1 dt js n2 pp-f dt n2 pns32 vvd p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 10
89 And the Multitude of them that believed were of one Heart, and of one Soul, And the Multitude of them that believed were of one Heart, and of one Soul, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32 d vvn vbdr pp-f crd n1, cc pp-f crd n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
90 neither said any of them, that ought of the things which he possessed was his own, neither said any of them, that ought of the things which he possessed was his own, av-dx vvd d pp-f pno32, cst pi pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvd vbds po31 d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
91 but they had all things in common, neither was there any among them that lacked; but they had all things in Common, neither was there any among them that lacked; cc-acp pns32 vhd d n2 p-acp j, dx vbds a-acp d p-acp pno32 cst vvd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
92 for as many as were Possessors of Lands or House, sold them, and brought the Prices of the things that were sold, for as many as were Possessors' of Lands or House, sold them, and brought the Princes of the things that were sold, c-acp c-acp d c-acp vbdr ng2 pp-f n2 cc n1, vvd pno32, cc vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n2 cst vbdr vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
93 and laid them down at the Apostles Feet, and Distribution was made unto every Man according as he had need, Acts 4. 32, 34, 35. Now if these Considerations may seem to render this Comment not unquestionable. and laid them down At the Apostles Feet, and Distribution was made unto every Man according as he had need, Acts 4. 32, 34, 35. Now if these Considerations may seem to render this Comment not unquestionable. cc vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n2 n2, cc n1 vbds vvn p-acp d n1 vvg c-acp pns31 vhd n1, n2 crd crd, crd, crd av cs d n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 xx j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
94 Eighthly, There is but one Interpretation more that I can think of (to wit) That the Words are an express Command, Eighthly, There is but one Interpretation more that I can think of (to wit) That the Words Are an express Command, j, a-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1 av-dc cst pns11 vmb vvi pp-f (p-acp n1) cst dt n2 vbr dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 10
95 and to be understood according to the Letter. and to be understood according to the letter. cc pc-acp vbi vvn vvg p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 10
96 That this was given immediately and occasionally to the Young Man, like those mentioned John 8. 11. Luke 10. 37. But vertually and intentionally to all other Christians in the same Circumstances that he was in. That this was given immediately and occasionally to the Young Man, like those mentioned John 8. 11. Lycia 10. 37. But virtually and intentionally to all other Christians in the same circumstances that he was in. cst d vbds vvn av-j cc av-j p-acp dt j n1, vvb d vvn np1 crd crd av crd crd p-acp av-j cc av-j p-acp d j-jn np1 p-acp dt d n2 cst pns31 vbds p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 10
97 And this seems the true and proper Sence of the Text, if none of the fore-mentioned be. And this seems the true and proper Sense of the Text, if none of the forementioned be. cc d vvz dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pix pp-f dt j vbi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 11
98 A hard Saying (will some think) who can bear it, if it be thus difficult in any case for a rich Man to enter into Heaven, A hard Saying (will Some think) who can bear it, if it be thus difficult in any case for a rich Man to enter into Heaven, dt j vvg (n1 d vvb) r-crq vmb vvi pn31, cs pn31 vbb av j p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
99 how many will be apt to cry out with the Disciples, Who then can be saved? how many will be apt to cry out with the Disciples, Who then can be saved? c-crq d vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n2, r-crq av vmb vbi vvn? (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
100 But is it more difficult or more unreasonable to part with our Estates than our Lives for the good of our Fellow-Christians? And yet, is not this the Apostle's Inference, But is it more difficult or more unreasonable to part with our Estates than our Lives for the good of our Fellow-Christians? And yet, is not this the Apostle's Inference, cc-acp vbz pn31 av-dc j cc av-dc j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 cs po12 n2 p-acp dt j pp-f po12 j? cc av, vbz xx d dt ng1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 11
101 because Christ hath suffered for us, We ought also to lay down our Lives for the Brethren. Because christ hath suffered for us, We ought also to lay down our Lives for the Brothers. c-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd av pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 11
102 May we not be obliged in some Cases to forsake House and Lands, and all the Conveniences of life for Christ's sake and the Gospel? And can you think to do this more acceptably to him, May we not be obliged in Some Cases to forsake House and Lands, and all the Conveniences of life for Christ's sake and the Gospel? And can you think to do this more acceptably to him, vmb pns12 xx vbi vvn p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n2, cc d dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 n1 cc dt n1? cc vmb pn22 vvi pc-acp vdi d dc av-j p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 12
103 than when 'tis done for the Relief of great Numbers who suffer Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness sake, than when it's done for the Relief of great Numbers who suffer Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness sake, cs c-crq pn31|vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 r-crq vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 12
104 and are ready to perish for his Name? and Are ready to perish for his Name? cc vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 12
105 And indeed this seems to be the particular case, if we would suppose any wherein we may be obliged to sell what we have, And indeed this seems to be the particular case, if we would suppose any wherein we may be obliged to fell what we have, cc av d vvz pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cs pns12 vmd vvi d c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vhb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 12
106 and give Alms, rather to part with our very necessary Goods, than omit Works of Charity and Mercy, viz. When our Fellow-Christians are generally reduced to extreme want and great Distress, by Famine or Persecution, Oppression or any other means. and give Alms, rather to part with our very necessary Goods, than omit Works of Charity and Mercy, viz. When our Fellow-Christians Are generally reduced to extreme want and great Distress, by Famine or Persecution, Oppression or any other means. cc vvi n2, av-c pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 j j n2-j, cs vvb vvz pp-f n1 cc n1, n1 c-crq po12 j vbr av-j vvn p-acp j-jn n1 cc j n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 cc d j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 12
107 The Young Man here mentioned was a Jew, and one of the Rulers, as St. Luke tells us, Ch. 18. 18. who came to Christ to be his Disciple. The Young Man Here mentioned was a Jew, and one of the Rulers, as Saint Lycia tells us, Christ 18. 18. who Come to christ to be his Disciple. dt j n1 av vvn vbds dt np1, cc crd pp-f dt n2, c-acp n1 av vvz pno12, np1 crd crd r-crq vvd p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 12
108 Our Saviour knowing the Persecutions and Poverty, which in the first Ages would attend his Followers, intimates that he could not be his Disciple unless he would go and sell all that he had, that he might supply the Necessities of those who must suffer for his Name. Our Saviour knowing the Persecutions and Poverty, which in the First Ages would attend his Followers, intimates that he could not be his Disciple unless he would go and fell all that he had, that he might supply the Necessities of those who must suffer for his Name. po12 n1 vvg dt n2 cc n1, r-crq p-acp dt ord n2 vmd vvi po31 n2, vvz cst pns31 vmd xx vbi po31 n1 cs pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi d cst pns31 vhd, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 12
109 'Tis probable, he had before been charitable, and perform'd what their Law requir'd of him. It's probable, he had before been charitable, and performed what their Law required of him. pn31|vbz j, pns31 vhd a-acp vbn j, cc vvd r-crq po32 n1 vvn pp-f pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 12
110 But now there was like to be an extraordinary occasion, and all he had (tho' he had great Riches) would be little enough to supply the wants of his believing Brethren. But now there was like to be an extraordinary occasion, and all he had (though he had great Riches) would be little enough to supply the Wants of his believing Brothers. p-acp av a-acp vbds j pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cc d pns31 vhd (cs pns31 vhd j n2) vmd vbi j av-d pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 j-vvg n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 13
111 In this case he must lay out his Treasure upon Earth, if he expected one in Heaven. In this case he must lay out his Treasure upon Earth, if he expected one in Heaven. p-acp d n1 pns31 vmb vvi av po31 n1 p-acp n1, cs pns31 vvd pi p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 13
112 And by Parity of Reason, it will be necessary for every Christian, when his Brethren are generally in extremity of Want and great Distress to relieve them by selling his Possessions, And by Parity of Reason, it will be necessary for every Christian, when his Brothers Are generally in extremity of Want and great Distress to relieve them by selling his Possessions, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp d njp, c-crq po31 n2 vbr av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 13
113 if it cannot otherwise be done. if it cannot otherwise be done. cs pn31 vmbx av vbi vdn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 13
114 Acccordingly, we find that those good and charitable Persons who had Possessions did so, Acts ch. 2. &c. 4. Acccordingly, we find that those good and charitable Persons who had Possessions did so, Acts changed. 2. etc. 4. av-vvg, pns12 vvb cst d j cc j n2 r-crq vhd n2 vdd av, n2 vvn. crd av crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 13
115 But Secondly, Tho' the case of our Fellow-Christians in this Church and Nation, and of the present Age be neither so extremely nor generally necessitous, But Secondly, Though the case of our Fellow-Christians in this Church and nation, and of the present Age be neither so extremely nor generally necessitous, p-acp ord, cs dt n1 pp-f po12 j p-acp d n1 cc n1, cc pp-f dt j n1 vbi av-dx av av-jn ccx av-j j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 13
116 as to oblige us to part with all we have to relieve them, yet it seems very plain, that we are oblig'd both by Vertue of this Precept, according to most of the fore-mentioned Interpretations of it, as to oblige us to part with all we have to relieve them, yet it seems very plain, that we Are obliged both by Virtue of this Precept, according to most of the forementioned Interpretations of it, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp d pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi pno32, av pn31 vvz av j, cst pns12 vbr vvn av-d p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, vvg p-acp ds pp-f dt j n2 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 13
117 and by the general Tenour of the Gospel, to be highly Charitable to Persons in Distress and Want, which is the Subject that at present I design to treat on. and by the general Tenor of the Gospel, to be highly Charitable to Persons in Distress and Want, which is the Subject that At present I Design to Treat on. cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbi av-j j p-acp n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz dt j-jn cst p-acp j pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 13
118 First then, Since the Young Man was here requir'd to sell all that he had and give to the Poor; First then, Since the Young Man was Here required to fell all that he had and give to the Poor; ord av, c-acp dt j n1 vbds av vvn pc-acp vvi d cst pns31 vhd cc vvi p-acp dt j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 13
119 Let us consider in what Measure, and to what Degree we may and ought still to be Charitable. Let us Consider in what Measure, and to what Degree we may and ought still to be Charitable. vvb pno12 vvi p-acp r-crq n1, cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vmb cc vmd av pc-acp vbi j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 14
120 Secondly, Let us consider who are the Objects of our Charity, and what order we ought to observe in the Distribution of our Alms. Give to the Poor. Secondly, Let us Consider who Are the Objects of our Charity, and what order we ought to observe in the Distribution of our Alms. Give to the Poor. ord, vvb pno12 vvi r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc r-crq n1 pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 np1 vvb p-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 14
121 Thirdly, The great Christian Motive to all this: And thou shalt have Treasure in Heaven. Thirdly, The great Christian Motive to all this: And thou shalt have Treasure in Heaven. ord, dt j njp n1 p-acp d d: cc pns21 vm2 vhi n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 14
122 I design to be very brief in each of these, there being so many excellent Treatises lately extant upon Charity in all its Branches, that I think this Duty has been more fully explain'd, I Design to be very brief in each of these, there being so many excellent Treatises lately extant upon Charity in all its Branches, that I think this Duty has been more Fully explained, pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi av j p-acp d pp-f d, a-acp vbg av d j n2 av-j j p-acp n1 p-acp d po31 n2, cst pns11 vvb d n1 vhz vbn av-dc av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 14
123 and better recommended to our Practice than any other part of Christian Ethicks. and better recommended to our Practice than any other part of Christian Ethics. cc av-jc vvn p-acp po12 n1 cs d j-jn n1 pp-f njp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 14
124 As to the First; There is a great Latitude in the Measure of Christian Charity. It is not necessary for us, at present, agreeable to the Practice of the first Christians, to sell our Goods to maintain the Poor, As to the First; There is a great Latitude in the Measure of Christian Charity. It is not necessary for us, At present, agreeable to the Practice of the First Christians, to fell our Goods to maintain the Poor, p-acp p-acp dt ord; a-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f njp n1. pn31 vbz xx j p-acp pno12, p-acp j, j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord np1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2-j p-acp vvi dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 14
125 since their Necessities among us are not so great and general, and there's a Legal Provision for them. since their Necessities among us Are not so great and general, and there's a Legal Provision for them. c-acp po32 n2 p-acp pno12 vbr xx av j cc j, cc pc-acp|vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 14
126 And yet that Man who out of a Principle of Zeal and Love, now sells all for pious and good Uses, And yet that Man who out of a Principle of Zeal and Love, now sells all for pious and good Uses, cc av d n1 r-crq av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av vvz d p-acp j cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 14
127 and injures no one by it, is not to be censured, but commended for a more heroick and perfect Charity. and injures no one by it, is not to be censured, but commended for a more heroic and perfect Charity. cc vvz dx crd p-acp pn31, vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp vvd p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 14
128 Secondly, When we have said all we can concerning the true Measures of our Beneficence (which might be done more fully by proposing several Cases) much must be left to the Prudence of honest and free-hearted Christians. Secondly, When we have said all we can Concerning the true Measures of our Beneficence (which might be done more Fully by proposing several Cases) much must be left to the Prudence of honest and freehearted Christians. ord, c-crq pns12 vhb vvn d po12 vmb vvg dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1 (r-crq vmd vbi vdn av-dc av-j p-acp vvg j n2) d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 15
129 Since God has not defin'd an exact proportion of our Alms, only that they should be plentifull, according to our own Condition and the needs of others. Since God has not defined an exact proportion of our Alms, only that they should be plentiful, according to our own Condition and the needs of Others. p-acp np1 vhz xx vvn dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, av-j cst pns32 vmd vbi j, vvg p-acp po12 d n1 cc dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 15
130 But the Instance which our Saviour gives of the Widow, who cast in all she had into the Treasury, and which he proposes as the bravest Precedent for Christian Generosity, seems to imply, that a Person who has no Relations to provide for, But the Instance which our Saviour gives of the Widow, who cast in all she had into the Treasury, and which he proposes as the Bravest Precedent for Christian Generosity, seems to imply, that a Person who has no Relations to provide for, p-acp dt n1 r-crq po12 n1 vvz pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvd p-acp d pns31 vhd p-acp dt n1, cc r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt js n1 p-acp njp n1, vvz pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 r-crq vhz dx n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 15
131 or only such as he hath made a competent Provision for, can scarce exceed the Bounds of this Duty. or only such as he hath made a competent Provision for, can scarce exceed the Bounds of this Duty. cc av-j d c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp, vmb av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 15
132 And if so, then Prodigality in opposition to Christian Charity will not so much consist in giving more than my Convenience (as the World calls it) will allow, And if so, then Prodigality in opposition to Christian Charity will not so much consist in giving more than my Convenience (as the World calls it) will allow, cc cs av, cs n1 p-acp n1 p-acp njp n1 vmb xx av av-d vvi p-acp vvg av-dc cs po11 n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31) vmb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 15
133 as in bestowing my Goods to uses that are not pious, or to Persons that deserve them not. as in bestowing my Goods to uses that Are not pious, or to Persons that deserve them not. c-acp p-acp vvg po11 n2-j p-acp n2 cst vbr xx j, cc p-acp n2 cst vvb pno32 xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 15
134 Thirdly, Tho' we cannot state in General what is a sufficient Fortune for every Man, Thirdly, Though we cannot state in General what is a sufficient Fortune for every Man, ord, cs pns12 vmbx n1 p-acp n1 r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 15
135 and for his Children, how much is requisite to provide against future Necessities as well as present, and for his Children, how much is requisite to provide against future Necessities as well as present, cc p-acp po31 n2, c-crq d vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2 c-acp av c-acp j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 16
136 and silence all the Scruples of suspicious Misers; yet still 'tis plain God requires us to give Alms of our Superfluities. and silence all the Scruples of suspicious Misers; yet still it's plain God requires us to give Alms of our Superfluities. cc vvi d dt n2 pp-f j n2; av av pn31|vbz j np1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 16
137 And the Apostle bids Timothy charge them that are rich in this World, that they be rich in good Works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate. And the Apostle bids Timothy charge them that Are rich in this World, that they be rich in good Works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate. cc dt n1 vvz np1 vvb pno32 cst vbr j p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vbb j p-acp j vvz, j pc-acp vvi, vvg pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 16
138 So that either we must own many things superfluous, and that the Owners may and ought to know which are so, So that either we must own many things superfluous, and that the Owners may and ought to know which Are so, av cst d pns12 vmb d d n2 j, cc cst dt n2 vmb cc pi pc-acp vvi r-crq vbr av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 16
139 or that these Precepts were given in vain and to no purpose. or that these Precepts were given in vain and to no purpose. cc cst d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp j cc p-acp dx n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 16
140 Fourthly, But the Apostle further tells us, That if we have not of the Superfluities of this World, wherewith we may be charitable, we are not excus'd from this Duty as long as we have Ability by our Industry to obtain them. Fourthly, But the Apostle further tells us, That if we have not of the Superfluities of this World, wherewith we may be charitable, we Are not excused from this Duty as long as we have Ability by our Industry to obtain them. ord, p-acp dt n1 av-jc vvz pno12, cst cs pns12 vhb xx pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vbi j, pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp d n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vhb n1 p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 16
141 He that stole, says he, let him steal no more, but rather let him labour, working with his hands the thing that is good. He that stole, Says he, let him steal no more, but rather let him labour, working with his hands the thing that is good. pns31 cst vvd, vvz pns31, vvb pno31 vvi av-dx av-dc, cc-acp av-c vvb pno31 n1, vvg p-acp po31 n2 dt n1 cst vbz j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 16
142 Not that he may procure an honest Maintenance for himself and his Family alone, but that he may have to give to him who suffers need, i. e. Not that he may procure an honest Maintenance for himself and his Family alone, but that he may have to give to him who suffers need, i. e. xx d pns31 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp px31 cc po31 n1 av-j, cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vhi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz n1, sy. sy. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 16
143 who cannot help himself, Ephes. 4. 28. Which if duly consider'd may be sufficient to satisfie those of the meaner Rank and inferiour Condition in the World, that they likewise as well as those in better Circumstances and of a higher Quality are oblig'd to give Alms in proportion to their Abilities. who cannot help himself, Ephesians 4. 28. Which if duly considered may be sufficient to satisfy those of the meaner Rank and inferior Condition in the World, that they likewise as well as those in better circumstances and of a higher Quality Are obliged to give Alms in proportion to their Abilities. q-crq vmbx vvi px31, np1 crd crd r-crq cs av-jn vvn vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt jc n1 cc j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 av c-acp av c-acp d p-acp jc n2 cc pp-f dt jc n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 16
144 Having thus briefly toucht upon the Measures of Christian Charity, let us now reflect a little on several sorts of men, who seem very defective in this point, Having thus briefly touched upon the Measures of Christian Charity, let us now reflect a little on several sorts of men, who seem very defective in this point, vhg av av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f njp n1, vvb pno12 av vvi dt j p-acp j n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vvb av j p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 17
145 and notorious Transgressors of this important Duty. and notorious Transgressors of this important Duty. cc j n2 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 17
146 First, What must we then think of those rich ones, who grow fat with Plenty, that are cloath'd in fine Purple and fare deliciously every day, First, What must we then think of those rich ones, who grow fat with Plenty, that Are clothed in fine Purple and fare deliciously every day, ord, q-crq vmb pns12 av vvb pp-f d j pi2, q-crq vvb j p-acp n1, cst vbr vvn p-acp j j-jn cc vvb av-j d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 17
147 yet when they see a Brother or a Sister destitute of Cloaths and daily Food, yet when they see a Brother or a Sister destitute of Clothes and daily Food, av c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 cc dt n1 j pp-f n2 cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 17
148 nay perhaps, one that was their Father in Christ, and his Family poor and contemn'd, only bid them depart in peace, be warm'd and fill'd? nay perhaps, one that was their Father in christ, and his Family poor and contemned, only bid them depart in peace, be warmed and filled? uh-x av, pi cst vbds po32 n1 p-acp np1, cc po31 n1 j cc vvd, av-j vvb pno32 vvi p-acp n1, vbb vvn cc vvn? (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 17
149 The Parable of Dives makes the Answer plain, that such men must not expect to look on Heaven, The Parable of Dives makes the Answer plain, that such men must not expect to look on Heaven, dt n1 pp-f vvz vvz dt n1 j, cst d n2 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 17
150 unless it be in Hell, to the greater Aggravation of their Torments. unless it be in Hell, to the greater Aggravation of their Torments. cs pn31 vbb p-acp n1, p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 17
151 If you come to such a one to ask his Charity for a poor distressed Gentleman, If you come to such a one to ask his Charity for a poor distressed Gentleman, cs pn22 vvb p-acp d dt pi pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j j-vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 17
152 or an honest Clergyman, who has had hard measure in the World, and suffer'd much ill for doing well, who hath a numerous but poor Family, having perhaps spent his small Incomes in a just but necessary Defence of the Interest of the Church or State. or an honest Clergyman, who has had hard measure in the World, and suffered much ill for doing well, who hath a numerous but poor Family, having perhaps spent his small Incomes in a just but necessary Defence of the Interest of the Church or State. cc dt j n1, r-crq vhz vhn j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd d n-jn c-acp vdg av, r-crq vhz dt j p-acp j n1, vhg av vvn po31 j n2 p-acp dt j p-acp j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 17
153 'Tis probable, all you get from the Man of Wealth is a shake of his Head, a Sigh and a politick Remark or two. It's probable, all you get from the Man of Wealth is a shake of his Head, a Sighs and a politic Remark or two. pn31|vbz j, d pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n2 cc dt j n1 cc crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 17
154 He's heartily sorry for him, but he always fear'd it would come to this. He's heartily sorry for him, but he always feared it would come to this. pns31|vbz av-j j p-acp pno31, cc-acp pns31 av vvd pn31 vmd vvi p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 18
155 He wishes him well, and he hopes and prays that he who provides for the Fatherless and Widow, will take care for his Preservation. He wishes him well, and he hope's and prays that he who provides for the Fatherless and Widow, will take care for his Preservation. pns31 vvz pno31 av, cc pns31 vvz cc vvz cst pns31 r-crq vvz p-acp dt j cc n1, vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 18
156 We own to him the Divine Providence has always been illustrious in the Preservation of his Servants, We own to him the Divine Providence has always been illustrious in the Preservation of his Servants, pns12 d p-acp pno31 dt j-jn n1 vhz av vbn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 18
157 and we have his word for it, that if we seek his Kingdom and the Righteousness thereof, all these things shall be added to us, i. e. and we have his word for it, that if we seek his Kingdom and the Righteousness thereof, all these things shall be added to us, i. e. cc pns12 vhb po31 n1 p-acp pn31, cst cs pns12 vvi po31 n1 cc dt n1 av, d d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12, sy. sy. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 18
158 so much as is necessary to support us in our beings. But we must consider God's usual way is not to do this by Miracles; so much as is necessary to support us in our beings. But we must Consider God's usual Way is not to do this by Miracles; av av-d c-acp vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2. cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi npg1 j n1 vbz xx pc-acp vdi d p-acp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 18
159 we do not now expect that he should rain down Quails and Manna from Heaven, make the Rocks pour forth their refreshing Streams, we do not now expect that he should rain down Quails and Manna from Heaven, make the Rocks pour forth their refreshing Streams, pns12 vdb xx av vvi cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp n2 cc n1 p-acp n1, vvb dt n2 vvb av po32 j-vvg n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 18
160 or fend the Ravens to feed his Prophets, because formerly he did so. or fend the Ravens to feed his prophets, Because formerly he did so. cc vvi dt n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, c-acp av-j pns31 vdd av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 18
161 But he now does this in the ordinary method of his Providence, by stirring up the Minds of charitable and well dispos'd Christians to relieve his Servants for his sake; But he now does this in the ordinary method of his Providence, by stirring up the Minds of charitable and well disposed Christians to relieve his Servants for his sake; p-acp pns31 av vdz d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg a-acp dt n2 pp-f j cc av vvn np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 18
162 and I am come to try whether you be such a one or no; and I am come to try whither you be such a one or no; cc pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vvi cs pn22 vbb d dt crd cc uh-dx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 18
163 for this is a trial of a good Christian, without which all your pretended Faith and Purity of Life will avail you nothing; for this is a trial of a good Christian, without which all your pretended Faith and Purity of Life will avail you nothing; p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j njp, p-acp r-crq d po22 j-vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pn22 pix; (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 18
164 For he shall have Judgment without Mercy, who hath shewn no Mercy, Jam. 2. 13. You pray for him? alas! For he shall have Judgement without Mercy, who hath shown no Mercy, Jam. 2. 13. You pray for him? alas! p-acp pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vhz vvn dx n1, np1 crd crd pn22 vvb p-acp pno31? uh! (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 18
165 God will not regard your Prayers without your Alms, unless as he regards all your Iniquities, the more severely to punish them. God will not regard your Prayers without your Alms, unless as he regards all your Iniquities, the more severely to Punish them. np1 vmb xx vvi po22 n2 p-acp po22 n2, cs c-acp pns31 vvz d po22 n2, dt av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 18
166 Thou maist both pray and weep for him, and thou ought'st to weep, because thou prayest that God would relieve another when thou canst and wilt not. Thou Mayest both pray and weep for him, and thou Ought to weep, Because thou Prayest that God would relieve Another when thou Canst and wilt not. pns21 vm2 av-d vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31, cc pns21 vmd2 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns21 vv2 cst np1 vmd vvi n-jn c-crq pns21 vm2 cc vm2 xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 19
167 What canst thou expect to reap from such Prayers but Damnation to thy self? for they'll only serve to thrust down thy Soul toward Hell, What Canst thou expect to reap from such Prayers but Damnation to thy self? for They'll only serve to thrust down thy Soul towards Hell, q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1? p-acp pns32|vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp po21 n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 19
168 while thy Eyes look up to Heaven. while thy Eyes look up to Heaven. cs po21 n2 vvb a-acp p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 19
169 Secondly, Another sort of Men, who are very peccant as to the measures of Christian Charity, are such as will tell you they own that Charity is a Duty, Secondly, another sort of Men, who Are very peccant as to the measures of Christian Charity, Are such as will tell you they own that Charity is a Duty, ord, j-jn n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbr av j c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f njp n1, vbr d c-acp vmb vvi pn22 pns32 vvb cst n1 vbz dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 19
170 and they are very well dispos'd to be charitable, but trading is dead, Taxes heavy, Money scarce; and they Are very well disposed to be charitable, but trading is dead, Taxes heavy, Money scarce; cc pns32 vbr av av vvn pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp vvg vbz j, n2 j, n1 av-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 19
171 so that none knows how soon he or his may have occasion for the little he hath; so that none knows how soon he or his may have occasion for the little he hath; av cst pix vvz c-crq av pns31 cc png31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt j pns31 vhz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 19
172 and 'tis certainly great Prudence to provide against the worst, and to part with as little as may be. and it's Certainly great Prudence to provide against the worst, and to part with as little as may be. cc pn31|vbz av-j j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp j c-acp vmb vbi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 19
173 Thus do they render that which is the proper Motive to Charity, viz. the general Wants and Necessities of the poor, the greatest Argument against it. Thus do they render that which is the proper Motive to Charity, viz. the general Wants and Necessities of the poor, the greatest Argument against it. av vdb pns32 vvi cst r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, n1 dt n1 vvz cc n2 pp-f dt j, dt js n1 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 19
174 I would only desire such men seriously to consider the Example of the best Christians in the worst of times, I would only desire such men seriously to Consider the Exampl of the best Christians in the worst of times, pns11 vmd av-j vvi d n2 av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt js np1 p-acp dt js pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 19
175 while themselves were in Poverty and Distress; and if not labouring under Want and Persecution, yet within a dismal Prospect of both. while themselves were in Poverty and Distress; and if not labouring under Want and Persecution, yet within a dismal Prospect of both. cs px32 vbdr p-acp n1 cc n1; cc cs xx vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 19
176 St. Paul relates of the Church at Macedonia, that in a great tryal of their Affliction, their deep Poverty abounded to the Riches of their Liberality, that they were willing beyond their Power. Saint Paul relates of the Church At Macedonia, that in a great trial of their Affliction, their deep Poverty abounded to the Riches of their Liberality, that they were willing beyond their Power. n1 np1 vvz pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, po32 j-jn n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, cst pns32 vbdr vvg p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 20
177 And he uses several other Arguments through the whole Chapter, to press the Corinthians to imitate so generous an Example, 2 Cor. ch. 8. And he uses several other Arguments through the Whole Chapter, to press the Corinthians to imitate so generous an Exampl, 2 Cor. changed. 8. cc pns31 vvz j j-jn n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi dt np1 pc-acp vvi av j dt n1, crd np1 vvn. crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 20
178 And all this to convince Men that Fears and Wants which seem to threaten our selves, can be no Excuse from relieving those who at present labour under the heavy Pressures of them. And all this to convince Men that Fears and Wants which seem to threaten our selves, can be no Excuse from relieving those who At present labour under the heavy Pressures of them. cc d d pc-acp vvi n2 cst vvz cc vvz r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n2, vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp vvg d r-crq p-acp j n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 20
179 Nay, he requires their Charity at such a time, when without a Miracle they must e'er long stand in need of the like Relief from others. Nay, he requires their Charity At such a time, when without a Miracle they must ever long stand in need of the like Relief from Others. uh, pns31 vvz po32 n1 p-acp d dt n1, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb av av-j vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 20
180 Nay, and for this very reason (says he) that now at this time your Abundance may be a supply for their want, that their Abundance may be a supply for your want, v. 14. Nay, and for this very reason (Says he) that now At this time your Abundance may be a supply for their want, that their Abundance may be a supply for your want, v. 14. uh, cc p-acp d j n1 (vvz pns31) d av p-acp d n1 po22 n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, cst po32 n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po22 n1, n1 crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 20
181 To move Compassion to the poor, their Necessity seems a sufficient Obligation, at least a prudent Consideration that we our selves, To move Compassion to the poor, their Necessity seems a sufficient Obligation, At least a prudent Consideration that we our selves, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j, po32 n1 vvz dt j n1, p-acp ds dt j n1 cst pns12 po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 20
182 even the greatest of us, may fall into the like Calamities, and more reasonably then expect Compassion, should move our Pity and demand our Mercy. even the greatest of us, may fallen into the like Calamities, and more reasonably then expect Compassion, should move our Pity and demand our Mercy. av dt js pp-f pno12, vmb vvi p-acp dt j n2, cc av-dc av-j av vvi n1, vmd vvi po12 n1 cc vvi po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 20
183 And therefore what a scandalous Contradiction are those men to themselves who with a seeming Piety will encourage persons in want to trust in Providence, And Therefore what a scandalous Contradiction Are those men to themselves who with a seeming Piety will encourage Persons in want to trust in Providence, cc av q-crq dt j n1 vbr d n2 p-acp px32 q-crq p-acp dt j-vvg n1 vmb vvi n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 20
184 and quote the numerous Declarations in his word for the good Man, as that his Bread shall be given him, and his Water shall be sure. and quote the numerous Declarations in his word for the good Man, as that his Bred shall be given him, and his Water shall be sure. cc vvi dt j n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp d po31 n1 vmb vbb vvn pno31, cc po31 n1 vmb vbi j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 20
185 That he shall not be confounded in the perilous time, and in the days of Dearth he shall have enough, and the like. That he shall not be confounded in the perilous time, and in the days of Dearth he shall have enough, and the like. cst pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 pns31 vmb vhi av-d, cc dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 21
186 While in the mean time, by distrustfull Fears and Suspicions of I know not what Mis-fortunes may befall themselves, they wholly transgress this Duty, by their Practice, openly declaring that they dare not trust God for a Reward, While in the mean time, by distrustful Fears and Suspicions of I know not what Misfortunes may befall themselves, they wholly transgress this Duty, by their Practice, openly declaring that they Dare not trust God for a Reward, cs p-acp dt j n1, p-acp j n2 cc n2 a-acp pns11 vvb xx r-crq n2 vmb vvi px32, pns32 av-jn vvi d n1, p-acp po32 n1, av-j vvg cst pns32 vvb xx vvi np1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 21
187 or that his glorious Promises are insufficients engagement to perform his Precepts. or that his glorious Promises Are insufficients engagement to perform his Precepts. cc cst po31 j vvz vbr n2 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 21
188 'Tis he only gives us sure proofs that he dare trust in God and rely upon his Providence, whoso fears not want, It's he only gives us sure proofs that he Dare trust in God and rely upon his Providence, whoso fears not want, pn31|vbz pns31 av-j vvz pno12 j n2 cst pns31 vvb vvi p-acp np1 cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vvz xx vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 21
189 but he'll give some of his Wealth away to feed his Servants. but he'll give Some of his Wealth away to feed his Servants. cc-acp pns31|vmb vvi d pp-f po31 n1 av pc-acp vvi po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 21
190 For when I see a Man fulfill the necessities of those who suffer for his Saviour's sake, I doubt not but he believes that by bestowing upon the poor, he lends unto the Lord, and that whatever he lays out it shall be paid him again. For when I see a Man fulfil the necessities of those who suffer for his Saviour's sake, I doubt not but he believes that by bestowing upon the poor, he lends unto the Lord, and that whatever he lays out it shall be paid him again. p-acp c-crq pns11 vvb dt n1 vvi dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vvb p-acp po31 ng1 n1, pns11 vvb xx cc-acp pns31 vvz cst p-acp vvg p-acp dt j, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc cst r-crq pns31 vvz av pn31 vmb vbi vvd pno31 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 21
191 But if instead of an Alms, he only comforts him with a pious Saying or a Text, telling him, he hath done a great deal of good, But if instead of an Alms, he only comforts him with a pious Saying or a Text, telling him, he hath done a great deal of good, cc-acp cs av pp-f dt n2, pns31 av-j vvz pno31 p-acp dt j vvg cc dt n1, vvg pno31, pns31 vhz vdn dt j n1 pp-f j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 21
192 and no doubt but God will reward him for it, since he hath promised to give Grace and Glory, and no good thing will he withhold from them that lead a godly Life, and when he is well able to supply his Wants, only condoles them in some sad Expressions. and no doubt but God will reward him for it, since he hath promised to give Grace and Glory, and no good thing will he withhold from them that led a godly Life, and when he is well able to supply his Wants, only condoles them in Some sad Expressions. cc dx n1 p-acp np1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp pn31, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp vvb n1 cc n1, cc dx j n1 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno32 cst vvb dt j n1, cc c-crq pns31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi po31 vvz, av-j n2 pno32 p-acp d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 21
193 I may think the man has some givings of Humanity, some tenderness of Nature, but I must conclude him destitute of true Christian Faith as well as Christian Pity. I may think the man has Some givings of Humanity, Some tenderness of Nature, but I must conclude him destitute of true Christian Faith as well as Christian Pity. pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 vhz d n2 pp-f n1, d n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno31 j pp-f j np1 n1 c-acp av c-acp np1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 22
194 Nor lastly, Are they more excusable from transgressing the measures of Christian Charity, who would free themselves from obligation to Men in want, under pretence the Law has made sufficient Provision for them. Nor lastly, are they more excusable from transgressing the measures of Christian Charity, who would free themselves from obligation to Men in want, under pretence the Law has made sufficient Provision for them. ccx ord, vbr pns32 dc j p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f njp n1, r-crq vmd vvi px32 p-acp n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 dt n1 vhz vvn j n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 22
195 They will allow that in time of Persecution, when the Christian was permitted to possess nothing but the Truth and his own Innocence, They will allow that in time of Persecution, when the Christian was permitted to possess nothing but the Truth and his own Innocence, pns32 vmb vvi cst p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt njp vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pix cc-acp dt n1 cc po31 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 22
196 when he must forego all things, unless he would forsake the Crown of Righteousness and the Paths that lead thither, he must be esteemed as barbarous as his Persecutors who would not relieve him. when he must forego all things, unless he would forsake the Crown of Righteousness and the Paths that led thither, he must be esteemed as barbarous as his Persecutors who would not relieve him. c-crq pns31 vmb vvi d n2, cs pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n2 cst vvb av, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j c-acp po31 n2 r-crq vmd xx vvi pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 22
197 But since our Religion has been establisht by Laws which have provided that its Professors should not neglect its great Precept of making supplies for Men in Want, But since our Religion has been established by Laws which have provided that its Professors should not neglect its great Precept of making supplies for Men in Want, cc-acp p-acp po12 n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp n2 r-crq vhb vvn d po31 n2 vmd xx vvi po31 j n1 pp-f vvg n2 p-acp n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 22
198 and left it to prudent Men in office to consider what is sufficient for that purpose, what need of any further private Charities? and left it to prudent Men in office to Consider what is sufficient for that purpose, what need of any further private Charities? cc vvd pn31 p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz j p-acp d n1, r-crq n1 pp-f d jc j ng1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 22
199 First, These Men would do well to consider that no general Law either doth or can make sufficient Provisions for the wants and necessities of each particular. For alas! First, These Men would do well to Consider that no general Law either does or can make sufficient Provisions for the Wants and necessities of each particular. For alas! ord, d n2 vmd vdi av pc-acp vvi cst dx j n1 d vdz cc vmb vvi j n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d j. c-acp uh! (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 22
200 how numerous are they who by unexpected Accidents and gross Misfortunes are reduced to Want, and yet ashamed to own it. how numerous Are they who by unexpected Accidents and gross Misfortunes Are reduced to Want, and yet ashamed to own it. q-crq j vbr pns32 r-crq p-acp j n2 cc j n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc av j pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 23
201 The Miseries of a Person in Distress are like the Tortures of a wounded Conscience, which none can know but they who feel them. The Misery's of a Person in Distress Are like the Tortures of a wounded Conscience, which none can know but they who feel them. dt ng1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 vbr av-j dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, r-crq pix vmb vvi cc-acp pns32 r-crq vvb pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 23
202 Yet the shamefull Disgraces of Poverty, as they are usually esteemed, and to be the subject of all Mens Discourse, Yet the shameful Disgraces of Poverty, as they Are usually esteemed, and to be the Subject of all Men's Discourse, av dt j n2 pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 vbr av-j vvn, cc pc-acp vbi dt n-jn pp-f d ng2 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 23
203 and of few Mens Pity, is that which gives them a keener Edge, and makes their Wound the deeper. and of few Men's Pity, is that which gives them a keener Edge, and makes their Wound the Deeper. cc pp-f d ng2 n1, vbz d r-crq vvz pno32 dt jc n1, cc vvz po32 n1 dt jc-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 23
204 Or if Necessity hath o'ercome their inbred Modesty, and made them declare their wants to Men in Office, Or if Necessity hath overcome their inbred Modesty, and made them declare their Wants to Men in Office, cc cs n1 vhz vvn po32 j n1, cc vvd pno32 vvi po32 n2 p-acp n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 23
205 how often doth it happen that they meet with severe Censures instead of a Relief? That their Affliction is interpreted as a judgment for their Crimes by some and disbelieved as a forged Cheat, how often does it happen that they meet with severe Censures instead of a Relief? That their Affliction is interpreted as a judgement for their Crimes by Some and disbelieved as a forged Cheat, c-crq av vdz pn31 vvi cst pns32 vvb p-acp j n2 av pp-f dt n1? d po32 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d cc j c-acp dt j-vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 23
206 and a Contrivance by others, and instead of an Alms they receive a smart rebuke. If they challenge the benefit of the Laws which they really stand in need of, and a Contrivance by Others, and instead of an Alms they receive a smart rebuke. If they challenge the benefit of the Laws which they really stand in need of, cc dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc av pp-f dt n2 pns32 vvb dt j n1. cs pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns32 av-j vvb p-acp n1 pp-f, (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 23
207 yet daily Experience shews how niggardly these are executed, what inconsiderable supplies are usually made for great Necessities, what Tricks and Evasions are made use of to preserve the Parish from further Charge; yet daily Experience shows how niggardly these Are executed, what inconsiderable supplies Are usually made for great Necessities, what Tricks and Evasions Are made use of to preserve the Parish from further Charge; av j n1 vvz c-crq av-j d vbr vvn, r-crq j n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp j n2, r-crq n2 cc n2 vbr vvn n1 pp-f pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp jc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 23
208 so that all the benefit the man reaps from the Law is frequently to be in danger of perishing by it. so that all the benefit the man reaps from the Law is frequently to be in danger of perishing by it. av cst d dt n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 23
209 For tho' the Law allows never so plentifull Provisions to be made, yet if these be not dispensed by the Legal Officers, there will constantly be an ample space for good Mens Charity. For though the Law allows never so plentiful Provisions to be made, yet if these be not dispensed by the Legal Officers, there will constantly be an ample Molle for good Men's Charity. c-acp cs dt n1 vvz av av j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, av cs d vbb xx vvn p-acp dt j n2, pc-acp vmb av-j vbi dt j n1 p-acp j ng2 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 24
210 Which if neglected, the poor Person who perhaps follows an Employment which will not maintain him, Which if neglected, the poor Person who perhaps follows an Employment which will not maintain him, r-crq cs vvn, dt j n1 r-crq av vvz dt n1 r-crq vmb xx vvi pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 24
211 and by all his Industry, cannot provide for himself and a numerous Family, either spins out a miserable Life for a few Years, and by all his Industry, cannot provide for himself and a numerous Family, either spins out a miserable Life for a few years, cc p-acp d po31 n1, vmbx vvi p-acp px31 cc dt j n1, av-d vvz av dt j n1 p-acp dt d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 24
212 or perhaps a sence of his Miseries, and a Despair of better days drives him to a deep Melancholy; or perhaps a sense of his Misery's, and a Despair of better days drives him to a deep Melancholy; cc av dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1, cc dt n1 pp-f jc n2 vvz pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 24
213 this and his bodily Distempers make him distrust a Providence, and put a fatal Period to his wretched Being, this and his bodily Distempers make him distrust a Providence, and put a fatal Period to his wretched Being, d cc po31 j n2 vvb pno31 vvi dt n1, cc vvd dt j n1 p-acp po31 j vbg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 24
214 or else make him seek to prolong Life by such Courses for which others deserve to forfeit it. or Else make him seek to prolong Life by such Courses for which Others deserve to forfeit it. cc av vvb pno31 vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d vvz p-acp r-crq n2-jn vvb pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 24
215 Whereas a better Execution of wholsom Laws, or the private Supplies of a few rich well disposed Christians might have preserved this Person in his Course of Vertue, in his pious esteem of God and Goodness, Whereas a better Execution of wholesome Laws, or the private Supplies of a few rich well disposed Christians might have preserved this Person in his Course of Virtue, in his pious esteem of God and goodness, cs dt jc n1 pp-f j n2, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt d j av vvn np1 vmd vhi vvn d n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f np1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 24
216 and have sanctified his Sufferings to his Salvation. and have sanctified his Sufferings to his Salvation. cc vhb vvn po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 24
217 Secondly, He who doth only what the Law commands him, doth not come up to the Measures of Christian Charity, nor fulfill that Precept. Secondly, He who does only what the Law commands him, does not come up to the Measures of Christian Charity, nor fulfil that Precept. ord, pns31 r-crq vdz av-j r-crq dt n1 vvz pno31, vdz xx vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f njp n1, ccx vvi d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 24
218 The true Measure of our Charity is this, Be mercifull after thy power, if thou hast much give plenteously, The true Measure of our Charity is this, Be merciful After thy power, if thou hast much give plenteously, dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz d, vbb j p-acp po21 n1, cs pns21 vh2 d vvi av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 24
219 if thou hast little, do thy diligence gladly to give of that little. But how disproportionable are most mens Taxes toward the poor to their real enjoyments? if thou hast little, do thy diligence gladly to give of that little. But how disproportionable Are most men's Taxes towards the poor to their real enjoyments? cs pns21 vh2 j, vdb po21 n1 av-j pc-acp vvi pp-f cst j. cc-acp c-crq j vbr av-ds ng2 n2 p-acp dt j p-acp po32 j n2? (3) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 24
220 How uncertain a Measure of our Charity are the Legal Rates, which are usually fixt according to mens visible Estates, How uncertain a Measure of our Charity Are the Legal Rates, which Are usually fixed according to men's visible Estates, c-crq j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbr dt j n2, r-crq vbr av-j vvn vvg p-acp ng2 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 25
221 whereas the greatest part of the Riches of a Nation are unknown but to those only who possess them. whereas the greatest part of the Riches of a nation Are unknown but to those only who possess them. cs dt js n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr j p-acp p-acp d av-j r-crq vvb pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 25
222 'Twas probably one great fault in the Jewish Distributions, that they did them not out of a design to procure his good on whom they bestowed them, 'Twas probably one great fault in the Jewish Distributions, that they did them not out of a Design to procure his good on whom they bestowed them, pn31|vbds av-j crd j n1 p-acp dt jp n2, cst pns32 vdd pno32 xx av pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 j p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvd pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 25
223 but because the Law obliged them to it. The proud Pharisee boasted that he gave Alms and paid Tythes of all he had, but Because the Law obliged them to it. The proud Pharisee boasted that he gave Alms and paid Tithes of all he had, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvn pno32 p-acp pn31. dt j np1 vvd cst pns31 vvd n2 cc vvn n2 pp-f d pns31 vhd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 25
224 but this he did not out of an honest Mind and a pure Charity, that the Priest, the Levite, but this he did not out of an honest Mind and a pure Charity, that the Priest, the Levite, cc-acp d pns31 vdd xx av pp-f dt j n1 cc dt j n1, cst dt n1, dt np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 25
225 and the Poor might have every one enough; and the Poor might have every one enough; cc dt j vmd vhi d crd d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 25
226 but as Dr. Lightfoot observes, out of Fear and Dread, because of a severe Canon among them, He that eateth of things not tythed is worthy of death. but as Dr. Lightfoot observes, out of fear and Dread, Because of a severe Canon among them, He that Eateth of things not tithed is worthy of death. cc-acp c-acp n1 j vvz, av pp-f vvb cc j, c-acp pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno32, pns31 cst vvz pp-f n2 xx j-vvn vbz j pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 25
227 He that gives no more than he is compelled to by the Law, acts out of a Principle of Necessity not Charity. He that gives no more than he is compelled to by the Law, acts out of a Principle of Necessity not Charity. pns31 cst vvz av-dx dc cs pns31 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1, n2 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 xx n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 25
228 But we are commanded to give Alms, to do good to all as we have opportunity, to be rich in good Works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate. But we Are commanded to give Alms, to do good to all as we have opportunity, to be rich in good Works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate. cc-acp pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n2, pc-acp vdi j p-acp d c-acp pns12 vhb n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp j vvz, j pc-acp vvi, vvg pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 25
229 Which imply much more than that we should do only what we may be forced to. Which imply much more than that we should do only what we may be forced to. r-crq vvb av-d av-dc cs cst pns12 vmd vdi av-j r-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 25
230 And 'tis the noble Character of a Clergyman in particular, that he is in all things a Tit. 2. 7. Pattern of good Works, And it's the noble Character of a Clergyman in particular, that he is in all things a Tit. 2. 7. Pattern of good Works, cc pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j, cst pns31 vbz p-acp d n2 dt np1 crd crd n1 pp-f j vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 26
231 and an Example of the other Believers, in Charity no less than in Faith and Purity. and an Exampl of the other Believers, in Charity no less than in Faith and Purity. cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2, p-acp n1 av-dx av-dc cs p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 26
232 So that either these Precepts which make up one main Branch of a Christian's Duty oblige not beyond the Stages of Christianity, So that either these Precepts which make up one main Branch of a Christian's Duty oblige not beyond the Stages of Christianity, av cst d d n2 r-crq vvb a-acp crd j n1 pp-f dt njpg1 n1 vvi xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 26
233 or it will be but a poor account of the day of Judgment, that we have been as charitable as the Laws of the Land required us. or it will be but a poor account of the day of Judgement, that we have been as charitable as the Laws of the Land required us. cc pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns12 vhb vbn a-acp j c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 26
234 Secondly, Let us next consider the Object of our Charity, with the order we ought to observe in the Distribution of our Alms. Secondly, Let us next Consider the Object of our Charity, with the order we ought to observe in the Distribution of our Alms. ord, vvb pno12 ord vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 np1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 26
235 The general Object of our Charity is every man in Necessity and Want, who comes within the reach of our Abilities. The general Object of our Charity is every man in Necessity and Want, who comes within the reach of our Abilities. dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 26
236 For we must increase and abound in Love one towards another, and towards all men. For we must increase and abound in Love one towards Another, and towards all men. c-acp pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 crd p-acp n-jn, cc p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 26
237 But tho' we must do good unto all, there are some who may expect to reap the first and the best Fruits of our Beneficence. But though we must do good unto all, there Are Some who may expect to reap the First and the best Fruits of our Beneficence. cc-acp cs pns12 vmb vdi j p-acp d, pc-acp vbr d r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt ord cc dt js n2 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 26
238 As we have opportunity we must do good unto all Men, but it must be especially to those who are of the houshold of faith, i. e. As we have opportunity we must do good unto all Men, but it must be especially to those who Are of the household of faith, i. e. c-acp pns12 vhb n1 pns12 vmb vdi j p-acp d n2, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi av-j p-acp d r-crq vbr pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, sy. sy. (3) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 26
239 our Fellow-Christians, the Professors of the same Religion with us. So likewise among the Faithfull, I am to succour my own Relations before my Countrymen, our Fellow-Christians, the Professors of the same Religion with us. So likewise among the Faithful, I am to succour my own Relations before my Countrymen, po12 j, dt n2 pp-f dt d n1 p-acp pno12. av av p-acp dt j, pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi po11 d n2 p-acp po11 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 26
240 and my Countrymen before Strangers, if in other respects there be not great Inequalities. and my Countrymen before Strangers, if in other respects there be not great Inequalities. cc po11 n2 p-acp n2, cs p-acp j-jn n2 pc-acp vbb xx j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 26
241 Upon this account, very excellent was the design of that Order in Spain, call'd The Order of Mercy, instituted for the Redemption of Christian Captives. Upon this account, very excellent was the Design of that Order in Spain, called The Order of Mercy, instituted for the Redemption of Christian Captives. p-acp d n1, av j vbds dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp np1, vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 27
242 For which purpose there are few rich men who die there, but leave great Legacies, which the Knights of that Order are very faithfull in disbursing, sending their Agents yearly to Algiers and Turky to know what Christians are detain'd in Slavery. For which purpose there Are few rich men who die there, but leave great Legacies, which the Knights of that Order Are very faithful in disbursing, sending their Agents yearly to Algiers and Turky to know what Christians Are detained in Slavery. p-acp r-crq n1 pc-acp vbr d j n2 r-crq vvb a-acp, cc-acp vvb j n2, r-crq dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr av j p-acp vvg, vvg po32 n2 av-j p-acp np1 cc np1 pc-acp vvi q-crq njpg2 vbr vvn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 27
243 And after they have reliev'd those of their own Nation they redeem whatever Christians there are of other Countries. And After they have relieved those of their own nation they Redeem whatever Christians there Are of other Countries. cc c-acp pns32 vhb vvn d pp-f po32 d n1 pns32 vvb r-crq np1 a-acp vbr a-acp j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 27
244 A pattern worthy the imitation of more reform'd, and in other respects better Christian Kingdoms. A pattern worthy the imitation of more reformed, and in other respects better Christian Kingdoms. dt n1 j dt n1 pp-f av-dc vvn, cc p-acp j-jn n2 jc njp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 27
245 Upon the same account we ought more especially to do good to those who are the principal part of the Houshold of Faith, I mean the Stewards of God's house, Upon the same account we ought more especially to do good to those who Are the principal part of the Household of Faith, I mean the Stewards of God's house, p-acp dt d n1 pns12 vmd av-dc av-j pc-acp vdi j p-acp d r-crq vbr dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vvb dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 27
246 and the Dispensers of the Mysteries of God to the People. and the Dispensers of the Mysteres of God to the People. cc dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 27
247 If we have sown unto you spiritual things, is it a great matter if we shall reap your carnal things, says the good Apostle, 1 Cor. 9. 11. Yes truly, there are very many in these times, who think 'tis against all Sense and Reason, that we should do so. If we have sown unto you spiritual things, is it a great matter if we shall reap your carnal things, Says the good Apostle, 1 Cor. 9. 11. Yes truly, there Are very many in these times, who think it's against all Sense and Reason, that we should do so. cs pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 j n2, vbz pn31 dt j n1 cs pns12 vmb vvi po22 j n2, vvz dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd uh av-j, pc-acp vbr av d p-acp d n2, r-crq vvb pn31|vbz p-acp d n1 cc n1, cst pns12 vmd vdi av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 27
248 They pretend to honour Religion and despise its Ministers, would have Christianity flourish, but its Orthodox Preachers wax poor and decay, They pretend to honour Religion and despise its Ministers, would have Christianity flourish, but its Orthodox Preachers wax poor and decay, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvi po31 n2, vmd vhi np1 vvi, cc-acp po31 n1 n2 vvb j cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 27
249 and verifie good old Latimer 's Complaint in his days, viz. They are Gospellers, but 'tis for the Love of the Abbey and Chantry Lands. and verify good old Latimer is Complaint in his days, viz. They Are Evangelists, but it's for the Love of the Abbatiae and Chantry Lands. cc vvi j j np1 vbz n1 p-acp po31 n2, n1 pns32 vbr n2, cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc np1 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 27
250 These are so far from observing the Apostolical Command, Let him that is taught in the word minister unto him that teaches in all good things. These Are so Far from observing the Apostolical Command, Let him that is taught in the word minister unto him that Teaches in all good things. d vbr av av-j p-acp vvg dt j n1, vvb pno31 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz p-acp d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 28
251 That they envy him those small Possessions which better Christians gave him, and would rejoyce if they could but bring God's Curse on Eli 's Sons upon the whole Family of Aaron, make all the Priesthood come crouch to them for a piece of Silver and a Morsel of Bread, That they envy him those small Possessions which better Christians gave him, and would rejoice if they could but bring God's Curse on Eli is Sons upon the Whole Family of Aaron, make all the Priesthood come crouch to them for a piece of Silver and a Morsel of Bred, cst pns32 vvb pno31 d j n2 r-crq j np1 vvd pno31, cc vmd vvi cs pns32 vmd p-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp np1 vbz n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, vvb d dt n1 vvb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 28
252 and force us to say, Get me I pray thee into one of the Priests offices, that I may eat a little Bread. and force us to say, Get me I pray thee into one of the Priests Offices, that I may eat a little Bred. cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno11 pns11 vvb pno21 p-acp crd pp-f dt n2 n2, cst pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 28
253 And 'tis very lamentable to observe that their wicked desires have prevail'd in many places. And it's very lamentable to observe that their wicked Desires have prevailed in many places. cc pn31|vbz av j pc-acp vvi cst po32 j n2 vhb vvn p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 28
254 How often do we find by sad Experience, that the poor Curate or Vicar, who ministers about holy things, is scarce allow'd to live of the things of the Temple, has but a very small and inconsiderable Pittance of them, How often do we find by sad Experience, that the poor Curate or Vicar, who Ministers about holy things, is scarce allowed to live of the things of the Temple, has but a very small and inconsiderable Pittance of them, c-crq av vdb pns12 vvb p-acp j n1, cst dt j n1 cc n1, r-crq n2 p-acp j n2, vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vhz p-acp dt j j cc j n1 pp-f pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 28
255 while the rich Lay-Impropriator, takes all the rest for doing nothing. while the rich Lay-Impropriator, Takes all the rest for doing nothing. cs dt j j, vvz d dt n1 p-acp vdg pix. (3) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 28
256 What then shall be done for the Relief of these good Men and their numerous Families, which their small Revenues are not sufficient to maintain? What then shall be done for the Relief of these good Men and their numerous Families, which their small Revenues Are not sufficient to maintain? q-crq av vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 cc po32 j n2, r-crq po32 j n2 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi? (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 28
257 Will those in authority grant them a setled Maintenance, and make a more competent Provision for them? It seems very reasonable they should, Will those in Authority grant them a settled Maintenance, and make a more competent Provision for them? It seems very reasonable they should, vmb d p-acp n1 vvb pno32 dt j-vvn n1, cc vvi dt av-dc j n1 p-acp pno32? pn31 vvz av j pns32 vmd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 28
258 and 'tis certainly for the real Interest of the State as well as of the Church to do so. and it's Certainly for the real Interest of the State as well as of the Church to do so. cc pn31|vbz av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vdi av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 28
259 While Preachers have no setled Stipend, and must procure the peoples Gifts and Favour, unless they'll be content to starve without them, this cannot frequently be done, While Preachers have no settled Stipend, and must procure the peoples Gifts and Favour, unless They'll be content to starve without them, this cannot frequently be done, cs n2 vhb dx j-vvn n1, cc vmb vvi dt ng1 n2 cc n1, cs pns32|vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, d vmbx av-j vbi vdn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 29
260 but by preaching up Schism, Faction and Sedition, all manner of false Tenets to the ruin of Government and Religion: but by preaching up Schism, Faction and Sedition, all manner of false Tenets to the ruin of Government and Religion: cc-acp p-acp vvg a-acp n1, n1 cc n1, d n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 29
261 And in short, whatever is agreeable to the humor of the place they live in. And in short, whatever is agreeable to the humour of the place they live in. cc p-acp j, r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 29
262 And then no wonder, if there are always some such as God complains of, Ezekiel 13. 19. who pollute him among his people for handfulls of Barley, and for pieces of Bread. And then no wonder, if there Are always Some such as God complains of, Ezekielem 13. 19. who pollute him among his people for handfuls of Barley, and for Pieces of Bred. cc av dx n1, cs pc-acp vbr av d d c-acp np1 vvz pp-f, np1 crd crd zz vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 29
263 And for such mean and base designs preach such Lyes as slay the Souls that should not die, And for such mean and base designs preach such Lies as slay the Souls that should not die, cc p-acp d j cc j n2 vvb d n2 c-acp vvi dt n2 cst vmd xx vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 29
264 and pretend to slay the Souls alive that shall not live. and pretend to slay the Souls alive that shall not live. cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt n2 j cst vmb xx vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 29
265 Since then God has ordain'd, that they who preach the Gospel should live of the Gospel; Since then God has ordained, that they who preach the Gospel should live of the Gospel; c-acp av np1 vhz vvn, cst pns32 r-crq vvb dt n1 vmd vvi pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 29
266 we will hope or wish the Government may sometime think fit to do so too. we will hope or wish the Government may sometime think fit to do so too. pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 vmb av vvi j pc-acp vdi av av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 29
267 But what present Remedy can we think of for these growing Evils? What better method can be invented than that we of the same holy Order, who by the Indulgence of Heaven do not labour under the like misfortune of a poor scandalous Maintenance, But what present Remedy can we think of for these growing Evils? What better method can be invented than that we of the same holy Order, who by the Indulgence of Heaven do not labour under the like misfortune of a poor scandalous Maintenance, cc-acp r-crq j n1 vmb pns12 vvi pp-f p-acp d j-vvg n2-jn? q-crq jc n1 vmb vbi vvn cs cst pns12 pp-f dt d j n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 29
268 nor depend for a subsistance upon the daily Benevolence of the well-affected, should contribute our Endeavours to render their condition better, nor depend for a subsistence upon the daily Benevolence of the Well-affected, should contribute our Endeavours to render their condition better, ccx vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j, vmd vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 29
269 or at least to support their poor Relations, who with grief survive them, having out liv'd those small Injoyments they were once possess'd of? or At least to support their poor Relations, who with grief survive them, having out lived those small Enjoyments they were once possessed of? cc p-acp ds pc-acp vvi po32 j n2, r-crq p-acp n1 vvi pno32, vhg av vvd d j n2 pns32 vbdr a-acp vvn pp-f? (3) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 30
270 We are all Fellow-Labourers in the Gospel, and ought to have a deep Compassion for each others Miseries, and to be Fellow-Sufferers together. We Are all Fellow-labourers in the Gospel, and ought to have a deep Compassion for each Others Misery's, and to be Fellow-sufferers together. pns12 vbr d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc pi pc-acp vhi dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n2-jn ng1, cc pc-acp vbi n2 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 30
271 Nor let us think we fulfill this Duty by bestowing a small and inconsiderable Alms upon them, Nor let us think we fulfil this Duty by bestowing a small and inconsiderable Alms upon them, ccx vvb pns12 vvb pns12 vvi d n1 p-acp vvg dt j cc j n2 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 30
272 or such a proportion, as would be sufficient for the meanest of the people; or such a proportion, as would be sufficient for the Meanest of the people; cc d dt n1, c-acp vmd vbi j p-acp dt js pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 30
273 for when our Saviour says, Whosoever shall give you a cup of water to drink in my Name, because you belong to Christ; for when our Saviour Says, Whosoever shall give you a cup of water to drink in my Name, Because you belong to christ; p-acp c-crq po12 n1 vvz, r-crq vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n1, c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 30
274 It is to be understood on this condition; It is to be understood on this condition; pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 30
275 that he who gives, is able to bestow no more, or he that receives it needs no more, otherwise so small an Alms will prove but a vain Oblation. that he who gives, is able to bestow no more, or he that receives it needs no more, otherwise so small an Alms will prove but a vain Oblation. cst pns31 r-crq vvz, vbz j pc-acp vvi av-dx av-dc, cc pns31 cst vvz pn31 av av-dx av-dc, av av j dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 30
276 But to proceed, Suppose two persons want our assistance in any kind, who stand equally related to us, But to proceed, Suppose two Persons want our assistance in any kind, who stand equally related to us, p-acp pc-acp vvi, vvb crd n2 vvb po12 n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vvb av-j vvn p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 30
277 and are perhaps of the same Rank and Order; which of them is then to receive the first Fruits of our Benficence: and Are perhaps of the same Rank and Order; which of them is then to receive the First Fruits of our Benficence: cc vbr av pp-f dt d n1 cc n1; r-crq pp-f pno32 vbz av pc-acp vvi dt ord n2 pp-f po12 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 30
278 I answer, In this Case these two Conditions are chiefly to be regarded. First, Who is the person of greater desert and merit. I answer, In this Case these two Conditions Are chiefly to be regarded. First, Who is the person of greater desert and merit. pns11 vvb, p-acp d n1 d crd n2 vbr av-jn pc-acp vbi vvn. ord, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f jc n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 30
279 I will do a kindness to a bad man in hopes to make him good, but I'll first relieve him that's good already. I will do a kindness to a bad man in hope's to make him good, but I'll First relieve him that's good already. pns11 vmb vdi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 j, cc-acp pns11|vmb ord vvi pno31 cst|vbz j av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 30
280 Hence the Apostle reckons NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET in the same rank of Sinners: Hence the Apostle reckons and in the same rank of Sinners: av dt n1 vvz cc p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 30
281 Those that are not Lovers of good men, and those who want natural Affection, plainly implying, that if a man has once lost his respect for vertue, he has but poor remains of Humanity left him. Those that Are not Lovers of good men, and those who want natural Affection, plainly implying, that if a man has once lost his respect for virtue, he has but poor remains of Humanity left him. d cst vbr xx n2 pp-f j n2, cc d r-crq vvb j n1, av-j vvg, cst cs dt n1 vhz a-acp vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vhz p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 vvd pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 31
282 Secondly, You are to consider whose necessities are greater and more pressing at that time. Secondly, You Are to Consider whose necessities Are greater and more pressing At that time. ord, pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi rg-crq n2 vbr jc cc av-dc vvg p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 31
283 Tho' I see one hungry and naked, if another be nearer to his ruin, surrounded with the Flames or sinking in the Floods, Though I see one hungry and naked, if Another be nearer to his ruin, surrounded with the Flames or sinking in the Floods, cs pns11 vvb pi j cc j, cs j-jn vbi av-jc p-acp po31 n1, vvn p-acp dt n2 cc vvg p-acp dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 31
284 if he be designing an irreparable mischief to himself, I should, if I can, first rescue this, and then relieve that. if he be designing an irreparable mischief to himself, I should, if I can, First rescue this, and then relieve that. cs pns31 vbi vvg dt j n1 p-acp px31, pns11 vmd, cs pns11 vmb, ord vvb d, cc av vvi d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 31
285 If both be a-like necessitous, you must relieve the better man; if both be equally virtuous, him that labours under the greater Necessity. If both be alike necessitous, you must relieve the better man; if both be equally virtuous, him that labours under the greater Necessity. cs d vbb av-j j, pn22 vmb vvi dt jc n1; cs d vbb av-jn j, pno31 cst vvz p-acp dt jc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 31
286 But suppose, the one has more of Sanctity and Piety, the other of want and misery, the one a prophane Esau ready to perish for a Mess of Potage, the other suffers hunger and thirst for Righteousness sake, But suppose, the one has more of Sanctity and Piety, the other of want and misery, the one a profane Esau ready to perish for a Mess of Potage, the other suffers hunger and thirst for Righteousness sake, p-acp vvb, dt pi vhz n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n-jn pp-f n1 cc n1, dt pi dt j np1 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n-jn vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 31
287 but is in no present danger of fainting and dying for want. but is in no present danger of fainting and dying for want. cc-acp vbz p-acp dx j n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 31
288 In this case, I would prefer the Sinner before the Saint, and the Son of Adam before the Servant of Christ. In this case, I would prefer the Sinner before the Saint, and the Son of Adam before the Servant of christ. p-acp d n1, pns11 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 31
289 My reason is, because I may have other opportunities to relieve the Christian, but I have this only left me to save the man. My reason is, Because I may have other opportunities to relieve the Christian, but I have this only left me to save the man. po11 n1 vbz, c-acp pns11 vmb vhi j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi dt njp, cc-acp pns11 vhb d av-j vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 31
290 But suppose yet further, these several Relations do not meet in the same persons of two Competitors for my kindness, the one is my Friend and my Fellow-Servant in Christ, But suppose yet further, these several Relations do not meet in the same Persons of two Competitors for my kindness, the one is my Friend and my Fellow servant in christ, p-acp vvb av av-jc, d j n2 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt d n2 pp-f crd n2 p-acp po11 n1, dt pi vbz po11 n1 cc po11 n1 p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 32
291 but the other my Parent, my Wife, my Child or my Brother. The one is my natural Parent the other my Spiritual. but the other my Parent, my Wife, my Child or my Brother. The one is my natural Parent the other my Spiritual. cc-acp dt j-jn po11 n1, po11 n1, po11 n1 cc po11 n1. dt pi vbz po11 j n1 dt j-jn po11 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 32
292 I cannot preserve or relieve both these, to whether then must I do good and distribute? I cannot preserve or relieve both these, to whither then must I do good and distribute? pns11 vmbx vvi cc vvi d d, p-acp cs av vmb pns11 vdi j cc vvi? (3) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 32
293 Answ. This case is best to be determined by considering the Nature of the Gift whereby I am to relieve them, Answer This case is best to be determined by considering the Nature of the Gift whereby I am to relieve them, np1 d n1 vbz js pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 32
294 for if it be a Gift which has nothing of office annexed to it, I may prefer one that's nearer to me by Nature before him that's conjoined by Grace and Vertue only. for if it be a Gift which has nothing of office annexed to it, I may prefer one that's nearer to me by Nature before him that's conjoined by Grace and Virtue only. c-acp cs pn31 vbb dt n1 r-crq vhz pix pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pn31, pns11 vmb vvi pi cst|vbz av-jc p-acp pno11 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 cst|vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 32
295 A Man who has Money or an Estate to leave, is not bound to bestow it on the best man he knows, A Man who has Money or an Estate to leave, is not bound to bestow it on the best man he knows, dt n1 r-crq vhz n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vbz xx vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt js n1 pns31 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 32
296 but may justly give it to his next Relation, tho' not so excellent in Grace. but may justly give it to his next Relation, though not so excellent in Grace. cc-acp vmb av-j vvi pn31 p-acp po31 ord n1, cs xx av j p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 32
297 But if I have an Office to dispose of, or any preferment, wherein the publick welfare of the State, But if I have an Office to dispose of, or any preferment, wherein the public welfare of the State, cc-acp cs pns11 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f, cc d n1, c-crq dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 32
298 and the good of the Church may be concerned, I ought not to confer it on a Parent or a Son, and the good of the Church may be concerned, I ought not to confer it on a Parent or a Son, cc dt j pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, pns11 vmd xx pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 32
299 if he be not qualified for the discharge of it, because in so doing, I betray my trust, I injure the publick. if he be not qualified for the discharge of it, Because in so doing, I betray my trust, I injure the public. cs pns31 vbb xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp p-acp av vdg, pns11 vvb po11 n1, pns11 vvi dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 32
300 And in this Case Friendship, which ought to be grounded on vertue and desert should take place of Nature. And in this Case Friendship, which ought to be grounded on virtue and desert should take place of Nature. cc p-acp d n1 n1, r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 vmd vvi n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 32
301 And therefore that was not a justifiable Determination in Caesar, when Brutus and Cassius contended for the Praetorship; and having heard the Allegations on both sides, And Therefore that was not a justifiable Determination in Caesar, when Brutus and Cassius contended for the Praetorship; and having herd the Allegations on both sides, cc av cst vbds xx dt j n1 p-acp np1, c-crq np1 cc npg1 vvn p-acp dt n1; cc vhg vvn dt n2 p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 33
302 thus concluded, 'Tis true, the reasons alledged by Cassius are most just, but Brutus nevertheless must be preferred. thus concluded, It's true, the Reasons alleged by Cassius Are most just, but Brutus nevertheless must be preferred. av vvn, pn31|vbz j, dt n2 vvn p-acp npg1 vbr av-ds j, cc-acp np1 av vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 33
303 But lastly, A man ought to have my Charity before a Beast, and yet a good Man will be mercifull to this. But lastly, A man ought to have my Charity before a Beast, and yet a good Man will be merciful to this. p-acp ord, dt n1 vmd pc-acp vhi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av dt j n1 vmb vbi j p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 33
304 What can we then plead for those who instead of employing a little of their Wealth for the relief of those vast Multitudes in every place, who labour under want and misery, lay out a great part of their Possessions in purchasing Vanities and Trifles? What can we then plead for those who instead of employing a little of their Wealth for the relief of those vast Multitudes in every place, who labour under want and misery, lay out a great part of their Possessions in purchasing Vanities and Trifles? q-crq vmb pns12 av vvi p-acp d r-crq av pp-f vvg dt j pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp d n1, r-crq n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvd av dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp vvg n2 cc n2? (3) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 33
305 May it not justly be said to such what was unreasonably objected by Judas to his Master ought not this rather to be sold for many Pence, May it not justly be said to such what was unreasonably objected by Judas to his Master ought not this rather to be sold for many Pence, vmb pn31 xx av-j vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq vbds av-j vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 vmd xx d av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 33
306 and given to the Poor? and given to the Poor? cc vvn p-acp dt j? (3) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 33
307 We tax it as a great Mistake in the Turks Charity, who will give Moneys for Birds that they may set them at liberty, We Tax it as a great Mistake in the Turks Charity, who will give Moneys for Birds that they may Set them At liberty, pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt np1 n1, r-crq vmb vvi n2 p-acp n2 cst pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 33
308 and yet give large Summs to purchase men for Slavery; and yet give large Sums to purchase men for Slavery; cc av vvb j n2 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 33
309 buy Bread to feed a Dog, but at the same time see a hungry Jew or Christian ready to perish for want of it. buy Bred to feed a Dog, but At the same time see a hungry Jew or Christian ready to perish for want of it. vvb n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt d n1 vvi dt j np1 cc np1 j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 33
310 The Case seems the same in both, only with this difference, that the Mahometan has a mistaken sence of Charity, The Case seems the same in both, only with this difference, that the Mahometan has a mistaken sense of Charity, dt n1 vvz dt d p-acp d, av-j p-acp d n1, cst dt jp vhz dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 33
311 but such Christians none at all. Thus should the good man's plenty, like the Dew of Heaven in Gideon 's time, but such Christians none At all. Thus should the good Man's plenty, like the Due of Heaven in gideon is time, cc-acp d njpg2 pix p-acp av-d. av vmd dt j ng1 n1, av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 vbz n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 33
312 first water his own Fleece, and then the Land that's round about him. First water his own Fleece, and then the Land that's round about him. ord n1 po31 d n1, cc av dt n1 cst|vbz j p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 33
313 For if he hath Superfluities, he must not confine them to himself alone, nor sow to the Flesh, i. e. spend his Wealth to maintain his Luxury, For if he hath Superfluities, he must not confine them to himself alone, nor sow to the Flesh, i. e. spend his Wealth to maintain his Luxury, c-acp cs pns31 vhz n2, pns31 vmb xx vvi pno32 p-acp px31 av-j, ccx vvi p-acp dt n1, sy. sy. vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 34
314 but like the lofty Hills pour down his delightfull Streams to refresh and enrich the Vales beneath. but like the lofty Hills pour down his delightful Streams to refresh and enrich the Vales beneath. cc-acp av-j dt j n2 vvb a-acp po31 j n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 34
315 And great reason he hath to do it, if in the last place, we consider the grand Christian Motive to all this. And great reason he hath to do it, if in the last place, we Consider the grand Christian Motive to all this. cc j n1 pns31 vhz pc-acp vdi pn31, cs p-acp dt ord n1, pns12 vvb dt j njp n1 p-acp d d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 34
316 And thou shalt have Treasure in Heaven. And thou shalt have Treasure in Heaven. cc pns21 vm2 vhi n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 34
317 By which we must not understand that Charity alone, without the Conjunction of other Christian Vertues, can entitle us to this Treasure. By which we must not understand that Charity alone, without the Conjunction of other Christian Virtues, can entitle us to this Treasure. p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb xx vvi d n1 av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn njp n2, vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 34
318 'Tis observed of several Sects among the Turks, that they will practise some one vertue with great strictness and severity, It's observed of several Sects among the Turks, that they will practise Some one virtue with great strictness and severity, pn31|vbz vvn pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi d crd n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 34
319 but indulge themselves in other Vices, and yet by this means think to purchase Paradise. but indulge themselves in other Vices, and yet by this means think to purchase Paradise. cc-acp vvb px32 p-acp j-jn n2, cc av p-acp d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 34
320 This may be a Mahometan, but is no Christian Principle, for in vain did the Gospel threaten every Sin with eternal Death, This may be a Mahometan, but is no Christian Principle, for in vain did the Gospel threaten every since with Eternal Death, d vmb vbi dt jp, a-acp vbz dx njp n1, c-acp p-acp j vdd dt n1 vvb d n1 p-acp j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 34
321 if the practice of any single Vertue could entitle us to eternal Life. if the practice of any single Virtue could entitle us to Eternal Life. cs dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 34
322 Nor Secondly, Must we think, as some foolishly fansie, that by the most perfect Charity we can merit Heaven; Nor Secondly, Must we think, as Some foolishly fancy, that by the most perfect Charity we can merit Heaven; ccx ord, vmb pns12 vvi, c-acp d av-j n1, cst p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pns12 vmb vvi n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 34
323 for when we have done all we can, we have only employ'd those Faculties which were given us, those Talents which were committed to our trust for the performance of our Duty. for when we have done all we can, we have only employed those Faculties which were given us, those Talents which were committed to our trust for the performance of our Duty. p-acp c-crq pns12 vhb vdn d pns12 vmb, pns12 vhb av-j vvd d n2 r-crq vbdr vvn pno12, d n2 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 34
324 So that we have no better reason to challenge Heaven as our desert, than a Subject for paying a just Tribute, to demand his Prince's Crown. So that we have no better reason to challenge Heaven as our desert, than a Subject for paying a just Tribute, to demand his Prince's Crown. av cst pns12 vhb dx jc n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n1, cs dt j-jn p-acp vvg dt j n1, pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 34
325 However we have great Cause to conclude, That God will set a much higher value on that mans Charity, However we have great Cause to conclude, That God will Set a much higher valve on that men Charity, c-acp pns12 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vmb vvi dt d jc n1 p-acp d ng1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 35
326 and reward him more who abounds in all good works, out of a respect to his Saviour's Sufferings, a Sympathy with his Fellow-Creatures Miseries, and reward him more who abounds in all good works, out of a respect to his Saviour's Sufferings, a sympathy with his Fellow-Creatures Misery's, cc vvi pno31 av-dc r-crq vvz p-acp d j n2, av pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n2, dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 ng1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 35
327 and a sence of Gratitude to his Maker, and expects Heaven only from his undeserved Bounty; and a sense of Gratitude to his Maker, and expects Heaven only from his undeserved Bounty; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz n1 av-j p-acp po31 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 35
328 than he can be suppos'd to set on his, who thinks to drive a strict Bargain with the Almighty, to buy happiness at the full worth, than he can be supposed to Set on his, who thinks to drive a strict Bargain with the Almighty, to buy happiness At the full worth, cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp png31, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j-jn, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 35
329 and purchase this eternal Treasure at a Market-rate. and purchase this Eternal Treasure At a Market-rate. cc vvi d j n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 35
330 But Lastly, We may observe that Heaven is most frequently, nay almost peculiarly promised to this Vertue in many places, But Lastly, We may observe that Heaven is most frequently, nay almost peculiarly promised to this Virtue in many places, p-acp ord, pns12 vmb vvi d n1 vbz av-ds av-j, uh-x av av-j vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 35
331 because 'tis so plain a proof of our great Love both to God and our Neighbour, which are the Summ of the Law and the Prophets. Because it's so plain a proof of our great Love both to God and our Neighbour, which Are the Sum of the Law and the prophets. c-acp pn31|vbz av j dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 av-d pc-acp np1 cc po12 n1, r-crq vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 35
332 And therefore probably our Saviour assigns this, and this alone as the great reason of that happy invitation. And Therefore probably our Saviour assigns this, and this alone as the great reason of that happy invitation. cc av av-j po12 n1 vvz d, cc d av-j c-acp dt j n1 pp-f cst j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 35
333 Come ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the beginning of the World, Come you blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you from the beginning of the World, vvb pn22 vvn pp-f po11 n1, vvb dt n1 vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 35
334 for I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat, and so on, Matth. 25. 34. for I was an hungered, and you gave me meat, and so on, Matthew 25. 34. c-acp pns11 vbds dt vvd, cc pn22 vvd pno11 n1, cc av a-acp, np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 35
335 Since then by commanding us to be charitable, God hath only commanded us to be happy, to be kind to our Neighbours, that in the end we may be kind to our selves, this certainly may extort our Bounty, Since then by commanding us to be charitable, God hath only commanded us to be happy, to be kind to our Neighbours, that in the end we may be kind to our selves, this Certainly may extort our Bounty, c-acp av p-acp vvg pno12 pc-acp vbi j, np1 vhz av-j vvn pno12 pc-acp vbi j, pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 n2, cst p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp po12 n2, d av-j vmb vvi po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 36
336 when all the poor mans Tears and Prayers cannot. To conclude: when all the poor men Tears and Prayers cannot. To conclude: c-crq d dt j ng1 n2 cc n2 vmbx. pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 36
337 Let no fearfull Apprehensions of uncertain Wants and remote Misfortunes so far prevail upon our Minds, Let no fearful Apprehensions of uncertain Wants and remote Misfortunes so Far prevail upon our Minds, vvb dx j n2 pp-f j vvz cc j n2 av av-j vvi p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 36
338 as to make us omit doing good for fear of suffering harm. as to make us omit doing good for Fear of suffering harm. c-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi vdg j p-acp n1 pp-f j-vvg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 36
339 For if we believe a Providence, we must believe he will protect those whom no sad Prospect was able to deter from patient Continuance in well doing, either by granting them freedom from Calamities, Ease and Assistance under them, a speedy and happy Issue out of them, For if we believe a Providence, we must believe he will Pact those whom no sad Prospect was able to deter from patient Continuance in well doing, either by granting them freedom from Calamities, Ease and Assistance under them, a speedy and happy Issue out of them, c-acp cs pns12 vvb dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi pns31 vmb vvi d r-crq dx j n1 vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1 p-acp av vdg, av-d p-acp vvg pno32 n1 p-acp n2, n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, dt j cc j n1 av pp-f pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 36
340 or at last a glorious Immortality to recompence that Bounty which occasioned them. or At last a glorious Immortality to recompense that Bounty which occasioned them. cc p-acp ord dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq vvn pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 36
341 For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of Love, which ye have shew'd towards his Name, in that ye have ministred to the Saints and do minister, Hebr. 6. 10. Which that we may still do, let us beg of God for Jesus Christ his sake, that where he has bestow'd a larger Portion of this worlds goods upon any, he would give him Grace to use it to his Glory, his Brethrens Welfare, and his own Eternal Comfort. Amen. FINIS. For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of Love, which you have showed towards his Name, in that you have ministered to the Saints and do minister, Hebrew 6. 10. Which that we may still do, let us beg of God for jesus christ his sake, that where he has bestowed a larger Portion of this world's goods upon any, he would give him Grace to use it to his Glory, his Brothers' Welfare, and his own Eternal Comfort. Amen. FINIS. p-acp np1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi po22 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pn22 vhb vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp cst pn22 vhb vvn p-acp dt n2 cc vdb vvi, np1 crd crd r-crq cst pns12 vmb av vdi, vvb pno12 vvi pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1 po31 n1, cst c-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt jc n1 pp-f d ng1 n2-j p-acp d, pns31 vmd vvi pno31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1, po31 ng2 n1, cc po31 d j n1. uh-n. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 36

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97 0 This Interpretation is indeed liable to a seeming considerable Objection, viz. St. Peter tells Ananias, who agreeably to the practice of that Age, and probably with some regard to these words of our Saviour, had devoted his Estate to the Relief and Service of his fellow-Christians, but afterward kept back part of the Moneys with him. While it remained, was it not thine own? and when it was sold, was it not in thine own power? Acts 5. 4. Now how could it be said, even after it was sold, to be in his own power, if he was obliged thus to bestow it, if he had no liberty then left to bestow it to any other end or purpose? The Answer is very easie. For when the Apostle says, Was it not in thine own power? he could not mean, was it not in thine own power to have kept it to thy self? this being repugnant to the Scope and Design of the Story, which represents it as his Crime, that he did thus reserve it to himself. St. Peter upbraids him not only because Satan had fill'd his Heart to lye unto the Holy Ghost, but also NONLATINALPHABET, v. 3. And he declares his Sin thus in the second Verse, NONLATINALPHABET, i. e. he had not only kept back, as our English renders it, but he had defrauded, purloin'd, closely and cunningly took to his own use part of the price, as the word imports both in prophane and sacred Authors. So Titus 2. 10. Joshua 7. 1, 11. 2 Maccab. 4. 32. So that the direct Sense of St. Peter 's words is this; Before it was sold, was it not wholly thine, none other having a share in it who might hinder thee from thus bestowing it? And when it was sold, didst thou not receive the whole Summ, for which 'twas sold, into thy hands? Was not this in thy possession and power, so that thou might easily fulfill thy obligations? What Excuse then canst thou now alledge for purloining part of the Moneys, and thus lying unto God? Vide Mede Disc. 27. Book I. This Interpretation is indeed liable to a seeming considerable Objection, viz. Saint Peter tells Ananias, who agreeably to the practice of that Age, and probably with Some regard to these words of our Saviour, had devoted his Estate to the Relief and Service of his fellow-Christians, but afterwards kept back part of the Moneys with him. While it remained, was it not thine own? and when it was sold, was it not in thine own power? Acts 5. 4. Now how could it be said, even After it was sold, to be in his own power, if he was obliged thus to bestow it, if he had no liberty then left to bestow it to any other end or purpose? The Answer is very easy. For when the Apostle Says, Was it not in thine own power? he could not mean, was it not in thine own power to have kept it to thy self? this being repugnant to the Scope and Design of the Story, which represents it as his Crime, that he did thus reserve it to himself. Saint Peter upbraids him not only Because Satan had filled his Heart to lie unto the Holy Ghost, but also, v. 3. And he declares his since thus in the second Verse,, i. e. he had not only kept back, as our English renders it, but he had defrauded, purloined, closely and cunningly took to his own use part of the price, as the word imports both in profane and sacred Authors. So Titus 2. 10. joshua 7. 1, 11. 2 Maccab 4. 32. So that the Direct Sense of Saint Peter is words is this; Before it was sold, was it not wholly thine, none other having a share in it who might hinder thee from thus bestowing it? And when it was sold, didst thou not receive the Whole Sum, for which 'twas sold, into thy hands? Was not this in thy possession and power, so that thou might Easily fulfil thy obligations? What Excuse then Canst thou now allege for purloining part of the Moneys, and thus lying unto God? Vide Mede Disc. 27. 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128 0 The Measures of Charity among the Jews according to the Rules and Precepts of the Rabbins were fixt in this manner. First, A Distribution amongst the Poor of all those Goods that had been ill got was necessary. Secondly, That a man should set apart the 5th part of his Estate, i. e. of wealth honestly acquir'd according to the Command. Thirdly, That no one was bound by the Law to give more than one 5th. But Fourthly, That he may do more if he please on his own accord, of which they had some Instances, as Zacheus, who gave the half of his Goods; and R. Isbab, who distributed all his Goods to the Poor out of extraordinary Devotion. Vide Dr. Lightfoot in Mat. 19. 21. and Luke 19. 8. The Measures of Charity among the jews according to the Rules and Precepts of the Rabbis were fixed in this manner. First, A Distribution among the Poor of all those Goods that had been ill god was necessary. Secondly, That a man should Set apart the 5th part of his Estate, i. e. of wealth honestly acquired according to the Command. Thirdly, That no one was bound by the Law to give more than one 5th. But Fourthly, That he may do more if he please on his own accord, of which they had Some Instances, as Zacchaeus, who gave the half of his Goods; and R. Isbab, who distributed all his Goods to the Poor out of extraordinary Devotion. Vide Dr. Lightfoot in Mathew 19. 21. and Lycia 19. 8. dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt np2 vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1. ord, dt n1 p-acp dt j pp-f d d n2-j cst vhd vbn av-jn vvn vbds j. ord, cst dt n1 vmd vvi av dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1, sy. sy. pp-f n1 av-j vvn vvg p-acp dt n1. ord, cst dx crd vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-dc cs crd ord. p-acp ord, cst pns31 vmb vdi av-dc cs pns31 vvb p-acp po31 d n1, pp-f r-crq pns32 vhd d n2, c-acp np1, r-crq vvd dt n-jn pp-f po31 n2-j; cc np1 np1, r-crq vvn d po31 n2-j p-acp dt j av pp-f j n1. fw-la n1 j p-acp np1 crd crd cc av crd crd
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190 0 Prov. 19. 17. Curae 19. 17. np1 crd crd
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302 0 Imp. Hist. Imp. Hist. np1 np1
318 0 Rycaut's Maxim of Turkish Policy. Rycaut's Maxim of Turkish Policy. ng1 n1 pp-f jp n1.
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