London's calamity by fire bewailed and improved in a sermon preached at St. James Dukes-Place wherein the judgements of God are asserted, the times of those judgments specified, the reasons for those judgments assigned, and all in some measure suitably applied / by Robert Elborough ...

Elborough, Robert
Publisher: Printed by M S for Dorman Newman and are to be sold at his shop
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1666
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A38556 ESTC ID: R37316 STC ID: E320
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Ezekiel XX, 47; Fire -- Religious aspects; London (England) -- History -- 17th century; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 LONDONS CALAMITY by Fire BEWAILED and IMPROVED. LONDONS CALAMITY by Fire BEWAILED and IMPROVED. npg1 n1 p-acp n1 vvd cc vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 EZEK. 20. 47. Behold, I will kindle a Fire in thee, and it shall devour every green Tree in thee, and every dry Tree: EZEKIEL. 20. 47. Behold, I will kindle a Fire in thee, and it shall devour every green Tree in thee, and every dry Tree: np1. crd crd vvb, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno21, cc pn31 vmb vvi d j-jn n1 p-acp pno21, cc d j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
2 The flaming Flame shall not be quenched, and all faces from the South to the North shall be burnt therein The flaming Flame shall not be quenched, and all faces from the South to the North shall be burned therein dt j-vvg n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, cc d n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
3 THese words are a true Comment upon our Times, and our Times are a sad Comment upon these words. THese words Are a true Comment upon our Times, and our Times Are a sad Comment upon these words. d n2 vbr dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc po12 n2 vbr dt j n1 p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 In the words we have a sad Judgment threatned, and in our Times we have seen a sore Judgment of Fire inflicted. In the words we have a sad Judgement threatened, and in our Times we have seen a soar Judgement of Fire inflicted. p-acp dt n2 pns12 vhb dt j n1 vvd, cc p-acp po12 n2 pns12 vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 If therefore I have made choyce of these words to recommend them to you, it's because God hath made choyce of them in verifying them upon us. If Therefore I have made choice of these words to recommend them to you, it's Because God hath made choice of them in verifying them upon us. cs av pns11 vhb vvn n1 pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pn22, pn31|vbz c-acp np1 vhz vvn n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
6 The Lord grant, that what shall be discovered, may be so improved, as that though our houses be destroyed by Fire on earth, our souls may not be destroyed by Fire in Hell. The Lord grant, that what shall be discovered, may be so improved, as that though our houses be destroyed by Fire on earth, our Souls may not be destroyed by Fire in Hell. dt n1 vvb, cst r-crq vmb vbi vvn, vmb vbi av vvn, c-acp d c-acp po12 n2 vbb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, po12 n2 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
7 In this Chapter we have Promises on the one, and threatnings on the other hand; Promises of mercy in case of obedience, and threatnings of misery in case of disobedience. In this Chapter we have Promises on the one, and threatenings on the other hand; Promises of mercy in case of Obedience, and threatenings of misery in case of disobedience. p-acp d n1 pns12 vhb vvz p-acp dt crd, cc n2-vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1; vvz pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n2-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
8 It's usual with God to apply Lenitives and Corrosives, and to administer Cordials and bitter Potions. It's usual with God to apply Lenitives and Corrosives, and to administer Cordials and bitter Potions. pn31|vbz j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n2-jn cc n2-jn, cc pc-acp vvi n2 cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
9 It must be a Sun-shiny day indeed that is without any Clouds; It must be a Sunshiny day indeed that is without any Clouds; pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 av cst vbz p-acp d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
10 and it must be a cloudy day indeed, that's without any shining of the Sun. God had done more for them than he had done for others; and it must be a cloudy day indeed, that's without any shining of the Sun. God had done more for them than he had done for Others; cc pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 av, d|vbz p-acp d j-vvg pp-f dt n1 np1 vhd vdn av-dc p-acp pno32 cs pns31 vhd vdn p-acp n2-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
11 he woo'd them by Promises, and he endeavoured to awe them by threatnings: he wooed them by Promises, and he endeavoured to awe them by threatenings: pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp vvz, cc pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n2-vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
12 and when by reason of their abominations he might again and again have broken in upon them with the fury of his indignation, he was pleased to work for his Names sake, bestowing good things upon them, and when by reason of their abominations he might again and again have broken in upon them with the fury of his Indignation, he was pleased to work for his Names sake, bestowing good things upon them, cc c-crq p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2 pns31 vmd av cc av vhb vvn p-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2 n1, vvg j n2 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
13 and with-holding evil things from them, vers. 9. 14, 22. But alass, Promises did not work upon them, Threatnings did not at all prevail with them, and withholding evil things from them, vers. 9. 14, 22. But alas, Promises did not work upon them, Threatenings did not At all prevail with them, cc j j-jn n2 p-acp pno32, fw-la. crd crd, crd p-acp uh, vvz vdd xx vvi p-acp pno32, n2-vvg vdd xx p-acp d vvb p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
14 and Gods Patience and forbearance did not at all engage them to Repentance: and God's Patience and forbearance did not At all engage them to Repentance: cc ng1 n1 cc n1 vdd xx p-acp d vvi pno32 p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
15 and therefore what was it God commissionated Ezekiel to prophesie? and what was it Ezekiel prophesied according to his Commission? Behold, I will kindle a Fire in thee, &c. This you will find to be the sum of the Chapter in general; and Therefore what was it God commissionated Ezekielem to prophesy? and what was it Ezekielem prophesied according to his Commission? Behold, I will kindle a Fire in thee, etc. This you will find to be the sum of the Chapter in general; cc av q-crq vbds pn31 np1 j-vvn np1 pc-acp vvi? cc q-crq vbds pn31 np1 vvd vvg p-acp po31 n1? vvb, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno21, av d pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
16 and this we find, alass, we find to be the substance of our condition by vertue of Gods dispensations in particular. and this we find, alas, we find to be the substance of our condition by virtue of God's dispensations in particular. cc d pns12 vvb, uh, pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
17 We have had Promises, and they have not wrought; we have had threatnings, and they have not prevailed; We have had Promises, and they have not wrought; we have had threatenings, and they have not prevailed; pns12 vhb vhn vvz, cc pns32 vhb xx vvn; pns12 vhb vhn n2-vvg, cc pns32 vhb xx vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
18 we have had the forbearings of Gods wrath and indignation ▪ and the same have not been influential as to a Reformation in Church and State, in our Magistracy, Ministry, and Commonalty; we have had the forbearings of God's wrath and Indignation ▪ and the same have not been influential as to a Reformation in Church and State, in our Magistracy, Ministry, and Commonalty; pns12 vhb vhn dt n2-vvg pp-f ng1 n1 cc n1 ▪ cc dt d vhb xx vbn j c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp po12 n1, n1, cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
19 and therefore what was in Ezekiels Commission is made good upon us, as to our sad, ruinated, consumed and destroyed condition. and Therefore what was in Ezekiels Commission is made good upon us, as to our sad, ruinated, consumed and destroyed condition. cc av q-crq vbds p-acp np1 n1 vbz vvn j p-acp pno12, c-acp p-acp po12 j, j-vvn, vvn cc vvn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
20 I will kindle a Fire in thee. I will kindle a Fire in thee. pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
21 The words of my Text are a Declaration of Gods more than ordinary Judgment against Judaea and Jerusalem, termed a Forrest, by reason of its unfruitfulnesse; The words of my Text Are a Declaration of God's more than ordinary Judgement against Judaea and Jerusalem, termed a Forest, by reason of its unfruitfulness; dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 vbr dt n1 pp-f ng1 av-dc cs j n1 p-acp np1 cc np1, vvd dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
22 and The Forrest of the South, as lying Southwards from Chaldaea. You have here, sad, doleful, and The Forest of the South, as lying Southwards from Chaldaea. You have Here, sad, doleful, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg av p-acp np1. pn22 vhb av, j, j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
23 and dreadful tydings, as never ear heard before, lips expressed before, eyes saw before, or, in some sence, the hand of God inflicted before. and dreadful tidings, as never ear herd before, lips expressed before, eyes saw before, or, in Some sense, the hand of God inflicted before. cc j n2, c-acp av-x n1 vvd a-acp, n2 vvn a-acp, n2 vvd a-acp, cc, p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
24 From the first to the last there is nothing but woe and misery, and destruction, and desolation. From the First to the last there is nothing but woe and misery, and destruction, and desolation. p-acp dt ord p-acp dt ord pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1 cc n1, cc n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
25 Hear O Heavens, and be astonished O Earth, yea, be amazed O you inhabitants of the South, Hear Oh Heavens, and be astonished Oh Earth, yea, be amazed Oh you inhabitants of the South, np1 uh n2, cc vbi vvn uh n1, uh, vbb vvn uh pn22 n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
26 for the Lord hath spoken, yea the Lord speaks, yea by Fire doth the Lord God contend; for the Lord hath spoken, yea the Lord speaks, yea by Fire does the Lord God contend; p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn, uh dt n1 vvz, uh p-acp n1 vdz dt n1 np1 vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
27 I will kindle a Fire in thee, &c. But I come more close to the words, wherein we have observable four particulars. First, What God will do. I will kindle a Fire in thee, etc. But I come more close to the words, wherein we have observable four particulars. First, What God will do. pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno21, av cc-acp pns11 vvb av-dc av-j p-acp dt n2, c-crq pns12 vhb j crd n2-jn. ord, q-crq np1 vmb vdi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
28 Secondly, What this Fire will do. Thirdly, What they shall not be able to do towards this Fire. Secondly, What this Fire will do. Thirdly, What they shall not be able to do towards this Fire. ord, q-crq d n1 vmb vdi. ord, r-crq pns32 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vdi p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
29 Fourthly, What they shall find and feel by reason of and in this Fire. First, What God will do; Fourthly, What they shall find and feel by reason of and in this Fire. First, What God will do; ord, r-crq pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 pp-f cc p-acp d n1. ord, q-crq np1 vmb vdi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
30 I will kindle a Fire in thee. Fire is taken in Scripture, amongst other significations, either, I will kindle a Fire in thee. Fire is taken in Scripture, among other significations, either, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno21. n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp j-jn n2, av-d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 3
31 Literally, for a material Fire, consuming houses, laying wast, and bringing level to the ground good and stately Structures, Jer. 21. 10. Literally, for a material Fire, consuming houses, laying waste, and bringing level to the ground good and stately Structures, Jer. 21. 10. av-j, p-acp dt j-jn n1, j-vvg n2, vvg n1, cc vvg n-jn p-acp dt n1 j cc j n2, np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 3
32 Metaphorically or Typically, for great and sore Judgments, whereby God will ruine and destroy us, Metaphorically or Typically, for great and soar Judgments, whereby God will ruin and destroy us, av-j cc av-j, c-acp j cc j n2, c-crq np1 vmb vvi cc vvi pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 3
33 even as Fire consumes and destroyes whatsoever it meets with, Nah. 1. 6. Jer. 4. 4. even as Fire consumes and Destroys whatsoever it meets with, Nah. 1. 6. Jer. 4. 4. av c-acp n1 vvz cc vvz r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 3
34 I can see no reason but that both, and in particular the former may be, I can see no reason but that both, and in particular the former may be, pns11 vmb vvi dx n1 cc-acp cst d, cc p-acp j dt j vmb vbi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
35 and that right and apposite enough, understood here, inasmuch as it was made good in a great part of Jerusalems conflagration when it was taken by Nebuchadrezzar, and afterwards by Vespatian, and that the Church and people of God acknowledge the truth hereof, Isa. 64. 11. Lam. 4, 11. Now this and such Fire God threatens to kindle, and that in thee; and that right and apposite enough, understood Here, inasmuch as it was made good in a great part of Jerusalems conflagration when it was taken by Nebuchadrezzar, and afterwards by Vespasian, and that the Church and people of God acknowledge the truth hereof, Isaiah 64. 11. Lam. 4, 11. Now this and such Fire God threatens to kindle, and that in thee; cc d j-jn cc zz av-d, vvd av, av c-acp pn31 vbds vvn j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 c-crq pn31 vbds vvn p-acp np1, cc av p-acp np1, cc d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvi dt n1 av, np1 crd crd np1 crd, crd av d cc d n1 np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc cst p-acp pno21; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
36 not about thee, but in thee; not in the skirts, but in the heart; not in the Suburbs, but in the City; not about thee, but in thee; not in the skirts, but in the heart; not in the Suburbs, but in the city; xx p-acp pno21, cc-acp p-acp pno21; xx p-acp dt n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n1; xx p-acp dt n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
37 not within the usual Lines of Communication, but in the Center whence those Lines are drawn. not within the usual Lines of Communication, but in the Centre whence those Lines Are drawn. xx p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 c-crq d n2 vbr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
38 Secondly, What this Fire shall do. Ah! what should this Fire do but undoe! and indeed this it doth: Secondly, What this Fire shall do. Ah! what should this Fire do but undo! and indeed this it does: ord, q-crq d n1 vmb vdi. uh q-crq vmd d n1 vdb p-acp vvi! cc av d pn31 vdz: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
39 It shall devour every green Tree in thee, and every dry Tree. Whether by green Tree you understand the Saints, usually compared to Trees that flourish; It shall devour every green Tree in thee, and every dry Tree. Whither by green Tree you understand the Saints, usually compared to Trees that flourish; pn31 vmb vvi d j-jn n1 p-acp pno21, cc d j n1. cs p-acp j-jn n1 pn22 vvb dt n2, av-j vvn p-acp n2 cst vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
40 or by dry Tree you mean the sinner, compared to Trees that don't flourish: or by dry Tree you mean the sinner, compared to Trees that don't flourish: cc p-acp j n1 pn22 vvb dt n1, vvn p-acp n2 cst vdbx vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
41 Or whether by green you take things that are delightful, or by dry you take things that are needful; Or whither by green you take things that Are delightful, or by dry you take things that Are needful; cc cs p-acp j-jn pn22 vvb n2 cst vbr j, cc p-acp j pn22 vvb n2 cst vbr j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
42 the one being for ornament, the other being for exigent; both one and the other shall be consumed in thee, Ezek. 21. 3, 4. the one being for ornament, the other being for exigent; both one and the other shall be consumed in thee, Ezekiel 21. 3, 4. dt pi vbg p-acp n1, dt n-jn vbg p-acp n1; d crd cc dt n-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno21, np1 crd crd, crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
43 Thirdly, What they shall not be able to do towards this Fire; The flaming flame shall not be quenched. Thirdly, What they shall not be able to do towards this Fire; The flaming flame shall not be quenched. ord, r-crq pns32 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vdi p-acp d n1; dt j-vvg n1 vmb xx vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
44 He doth not say, they shall not endeavour to quench it. He does not say, they shall not endeavour to quench it. pns31 vdz xx vvi, pns32 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
45 In a common Calamity, who will not put to his helpng hand? though in our sad disaster I wish every one had conscienciously discharged their duty: In a Common Calamity, who will not put to his helpng hand? though in our sad disaster I wish every one had conscientiously discharged their duty: p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 j-vvg n1? cs p-acp po12 j n1 pns11 vvb d pi vhd av-j vvn po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
46 But notwithstanding their endeavours it shall not be quenched. But notwithstanding their endeavours it shall not be quenched. cc-acp c-acp po32 n2 pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
47 Such, such shall be the rage and violence of it, as that aching hearts and helping hands, Such, such shall be the rage and violence of it, as that aching hearts and helping hands, d, d vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp cst j-vvg n2 cc j-vvg n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
48 as that, to speak in our dialect and usual practice, Buckets, Engines, Ladders, Hooks, the opening of Pipes, as that, to speak in our dialect and usual practice, Buckets, Engines, Ladders, Hooks, the opening of Pipes, c-acp d, pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1 cc j n1, n2, n2, n2, n2, dt n-vvg pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
49 and sweeping of Channels, shall not avail any thing at all: and sweeping of Channels, shall not avail any thing At all: cc vvg pp-f n2, vmb xx vvi d n1 p-acp d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
50 No, they would not withdraw the fewel of their corruption, and God would not withdraw the Fire of his indignation. No, they would not withdraw the fuel of their corruption, and God would not withdraw the Fire of his Indignation. uh-dx, pns32 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc np1 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
51 If the sinner do not leave off finning before God comes, God will not soon leave off punishing when he comes. If the sinner do not leave off finning before God comes, God will not soon leave off punishing when he comes. cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi a-acp vvg p-acp np1 vvz, np1 vmb xx av vvi a-acp vvg c-crq pns31 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
52 Fourthly, What they shall find and feel by reason of and in this Fire; And all faces from the south to the North shall be burnt therein. Fourthly, What they shall find and feel by reason of and in this Fire; And all faces from the south to the North shall be burned therein. ord, r-crq pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 pp-f cc p-acp d n1; cc d n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 4
53 None shall have cause to rejoyce, but all cause to complain and bewail. None shall have cause to rejoice, but all cause to complain and bewail. np1 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 4
54 Do any live in the Southern parts of the City, they shall be burnt? Do any live in the Northern Parts, Do any live in the Southern parts of the city, they shall be burned? Do any live in the Northern Parts, vdb d vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vmb vbi vvn? vdb d vvi p-acp dt j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 4
55 and so think it will not come at them? they shall likewise be burnt, All faces from the South to the North. and so think it will not come At them? they shall likewise be burned, All faces from the South to the North. cc av vvb pn31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32? pns32 vmb av vbi vvn, d n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 4
56 Alass, poor sinner, how dost thou toyl and moyl to build thy nest! Alas, poor sinner, how dost thou toil and moil to built thy nest! uh, j n1, q-crq vd2 pns21 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 4
57 but there is too much of sin within, and so suddenly it's burnt, and thou it may be, with the Pelican art burnt therein. but there is too much of since within, and so suddenly it's burned, and thou it may be, with the Pelican art burned therein. cc-acp pc-acp vbz av d pp-f n1 p-acp, cc av av-j pn31|vbz vvn, cc pns21 pn31 vmb vbi, p-acp dt n1 vb2r vvn av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
58 Thus you see, Beloved, the Parts of a sad Text. First, What God will do; that speaks his Judgment. Thus you see, beloved, the Parts of a sad Text. First, What God will do; that speaks his Judgement. av pn22 vvb, vvn, dt n2 pp-f dt j np1 ord, q-crq np1 vmb vdi; cst vvz po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
59 Secondly, What the Fire shall do; that evidences the greatness, soreness, and extraordinariness of Gods Judgments. Secondly, What the Fire shall do; that evidences the greatness, soreness, and extraordinariness of God's Judgments. ord, q-crq dt n1 vmb vdi; d n2 dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f npg1 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 5
60 Thirdly, What they shall not be able to do towards this Fire; that shews the irresistibleness of those Judgments. Thirdly, What they shall not be able to do towards this Fire; that shows the irresistibleness of those Judgments. ord, r-crq pns32 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vdi p-acp d n1; cst vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 5
61 Fourthly, What they shall find and feel by and in this Fire; that intimates the universalness of this sore, sad, dismal and unusual Judgment. Fourthly, What they shall find and feel by and in this Fire; that intimates the universalness of this soar, sad, dismal and unusual Judgement. ord, r-crq pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp cc p-acp d n1; cst vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, j, j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 5
62 From these particulars I might, but must not, recommend several Truths to you. I shall only present you with one as suitable to the occasion; From these particulars I might, but must not, recommend several Truths to you. I shall only present you with one as suitable to the occasion; p-acp d n2-j pns11 vmd, cc-acp vmb xx, vvb j n2 p-acp pn22. pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22 p-acp pi p-acp j p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 5
63 and Oh my bowels, my bowels, that there is such an occasion to present you with this Truth and Doctrinal Observation. and O my bowels, my bowels, that there is such an occasion to present you with this Truth and Doctrinal Observation. cc uh po11 n2, po11 n2, cst pc-acp vbz d dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp d n1 cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 5
64 God is somtimes more than ordinary in his sore Judgments upon a Nation or City. God is sometimes more than ordinary in his soar Judgments upon a nation or city. np1 vbz av av-dc cs j p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 5
65 God will not alwayes bear with a sinful Nation and City, but let them know what abused mercy, God will not always bear with a sinful nation and city, but let them know what abused mercy, np1 vmb xx av vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, cc-acp vvb pno32 vvi r-crq j-vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 5
66 and disdained Grace, and provoked Justice, and an incensed God means. and disdained Grace, and provoked justice, and an incensed God means. cc j-vvn n1, cc vvd n1, cc dt j-vvn np1 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 5
67 God somtimes whips a Nation with some small twigs, when at other times he scourges it with Scorpions: God sometimes whips a nation with Some small twigs, when At other times he scourges it with Scorpions: np1 av vvz dt n1 p-acp d j n2, c-crq p-acp j-jn n2 pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 5
68 God somtimes layes upon it his gentle hand of correction, when at other times he pours forth the Vials of his indignation. God sometimes lays upon it his gentle hand of correction, when At other times he pours forth the Vials of his Indignation. np1 av vvz p-acp pn31 po31 j n1 pp-f n1, c-crq p-acp j-jn n2 pns31 vvz av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 5
69 So Isa. 42. 13, 14, 15. Jer. 9. 10, 11. Jer. 16. 9. Jer. 19. 3. Ezek. 7. 2, 3, 4. Ezek. 2. 9, 10. By all those places you see, that the Sun of prosperity doth not alwayes shine in a Nations Horizon; So Isaiah 42. 13, 14, 15. Jer. 9. 10, 11. Jer. 16. 9. Jer. 19. 3. Ezekiel 7. 2, 3, 4. Ezekiel 2. 9, 10. By all those places you see, that the Sun of Prosperity does not always shine in a nations Horizon; np1 np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp d d n2 pn22 vvb, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz xx av vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 5
70 I, and somtimes it's hid in such a dark cloud, as that all faces gather paleness, the hearts of Adams children ready to fail, I, and sometimes it's hid in such a dark cloud, as that all faces gather paleness, the hearts of Adams children ready to fail, pns11, cc av pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d dt j n1, c-acp cst d n2 vvb n1, dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2 j pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 5
71 and they are within a step or two of being utterly ruined and undone. and they Are within a step or two of being utterly ruined and undone. cc pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 cc crd pp-f vbg av-j vvn cc vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 6
72 Oh how many places have found God more than ordinary in his Judgments, who little thought that he would have been such a God of Judgment. O how many places have found God more than ordinary in his Judgments, who little Thought that he would have been such a God of Judgement. uh q-crq d n2 vhb vvn np1 av-dc cs j p-acp po31 n2, r-crq av-j vvd cst pns31 vmd vhi vbn d dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 6
73 Little did Sodom think of a fiery rainy day, when they had such a Sunshiny morning. Little did Sodom think of a fiery rainy day, when they had such a Sunshiny morning. j vdd np1 vvb pp-f dt j j n1, c-crq pns32 vhd d dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 6
74 Ah how art thou poor London a sad instance and evidence of the truth of this Doctrine, Ah how art thou poor London a sad instance and evidence of the truth of this Doctrine, uh q-crq vb2r pns21 j np1 dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 6
75 when in the midst of thy security thou art overtaken with unparallel'd misery. when in the midst of thy security thou art overtaken with unparalleled misery. c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 6
76 But to methodise a little, what as to this, though constrained, must be spoke unto, I shall But to Methodise a little, what as to this, though constrained, must be spoke unto, I shall p-acp pc-acp vvi dt j, r-crq c-acp p-acp d, cs vvn, vmb vbi vvn p-acp, pns11 vmb (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 6
77 First, Instance in some of those sore and great Judgments, wherewith God punisheth a Nation or City. First, Instance in Some of those soar and great Judgments, wherewith God Punisheth a nation or city. ord, n1 p-acp d pp-f d j cc j n2, c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 6
78 Secondly, Discover unto you what those times are, wherein God is more than ordinary in his sore Judgments upon a Nation and City. Secondly, Discover unto you what those times Are, wherein God is more than ordinary in his soar Judgments upon a nation and city. ord, vvb p-acp pn22 r-crq d n2 vbr, c-crq np1 vbz av-dc cs j p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 6
79 Thirdly, Study to give you an account, as near as I can, with the Spirit's and Scriptures assistance, Thirdly, Study to give you an account, as near as I can, with the Spirit's and Scriptures assistance, ord, vvb pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmb, p-acp dt n1|vbz cc n2 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 6
80 why it is that God is so eminent and extraordinary in his Judgments. Fourthly, See what improvement may be made of it by way of Application; why it is that God is so eminent and extraordinary in his Judgments. Fourthly, See what improvement may be made of it by Way of Application; c-crq pn31 vbz cst np1 vbz av j cc j p-acp po31 n2. ord, vvb r-crq n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 6
81 and in all have reference to Gods late proceedings, especially as to that sore Judgment of Fire. and in all have Referente to God's late proceedings, especially as to that soar Judgement of Fire. cc p-acp d vhb n1 p-acp npg1 j n2-vvg, av-j c-acp p-acp cst j n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 6
82 As to the First, I shall name, amongst others, four sore Judgments, which God inflicts upon a Nation and City. As to the First, I shall name, among Others, four soar Judgments, which God inflicts upon a nation and city. c-acp p-acp dt ord, pns11 vmb vvi, p-acp n2-jn, crd j n2, r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 6
83 First, The Plague. Gods hand hath been, and that so severe as to this Judgment, as that the greatest Atheist cannot but acknowledg him a God of Judgment. First, The Plague. God's hand hath been, and that so severe as to this Judgement, as that the greatest Atheist cannot but acknowledge him a God of Judgement. ord, dt n1. npg1 n1 vhz vbn, cc cst av j c-acp p-acp d n1, c-acp cst dt js n1 vmbx p-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 6
84 When God takes away here one, and there another, it's not much; When God Takes away Here one, and there Another, it's not much; c-crq np1 vvz av av crd, cc a-acp j-jn, pn31|vbz xx av-d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 6
85 but when God leaves but here and there one amongst those many thousands that be taken away, that is much indeed, 1 Chron. 21. 14. Amos 4. 10. Jer. 42. 17. If an Atheist do not see the works of Gods hand, let him but go to the places of Interment, but when God leaves but Here and there one among those many thousands that be taken away, that is much indeed, 1 Chronicles 21. 14. Amos 4. 10. Jer. 42. 17. If an Atheist do not see the works of God's hand, let him but go to the places of Interment, cc-acp c-crq np1 vvz p-acp av cc a-acp crd p-acp d d crd cst vbi vvn av, cst vbz av-d av, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, vvb pno31 p-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 6
86 and he may see Gods handy work. and he may see God's handy work. cc pns31 vmb vvi n2 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 6
87 I bless God for his goodness continued towards me in the midst of those many thousands destroyed round about me. I bless God for his Goodness continued towards me in the midst of those many thousands destroyed round about me. pns11 vvb np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvd p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d crd vvn av-j p-acp pno11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
88 I have seen Londons health exchanged into sickness, fulness into emptiness, & where one could not pass for Inhabitants, no Inhabitants at all to pass by; I have seen Londons health exchanged into sickness, fullness into emptiness, & where one could not pass for Inhabitants, no Inhabitants At all to pass by; pns11 vhb vvn npg1 n1 vvn p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, cc c-crq pi vmd xx vvi p-acp n2, dx n2 p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
89 and God forbid that any one should not say, God hath done more than he hath done before. and God forbid that any one should not say, God hath done more than he hath done before. cc np1 vvb cst d crd vmd xx vvi, np1 vhz vdn dc cs pns31 vhz vdn a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
90 London 's Pestilential Visitation, cannot but be an evidence of Gods more than ordinary Judicial dispensation. London is Pestilential Visitation, cannot but be an evidence of God's more than ordinary Judicial Dispensation. np1 vbz j n1, vmbx p-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f ng1 av-dc cs j j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
91 Certainly, God did ride his Circuit in Judgment, when the Judgments of God did thus ride their Circuit. Certainly, God did ride his Circuit in Judgement, when the Judgments of God did thus ride their Circuit. av-j, np1 vdd vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vdd av vvi po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
92 Secondly, The Sword. When God hath furbished the Sword in his hand, it can't but be an evidence of the sore displeasure of his heart. Secondly, The Sword. When God hath furbished the Sword in his hand, it can't but be an evidence of the soar displeasure of his heart. ord, dt n1. c-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vmb|pn31 cc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 7
93 I hope you will take the Judgment of God to be truth as to this; I hope you will take the Judgement of God to be truth as to this; pns11 vvb pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi n1 c-acp p-acp d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 7
94 and what is the truth of his Judgment, but that it's the severity of his Judgment, Jer. 16. 5. Ch. 25. 15, 29. Amos 4. 10. And therefore consult, Ezek. 5. 12. Jer. 50. 35, 36. Ah how do Christians complain of the loss of those Relations, who having escaped the fury of the Pestilence, have not escaped the edg of the Sword. and what is the truth of his Judgement, but that it's the severity of his Judgement, Jer. 16. 5. Christ 25. 15, 29. Amos 4. 10. And Therefore consult, Ezekiel 5. 12. Jer. 50. 35, 36. Ah how doe Christians complain of the loss of those Relations, who having escaped the fury of the Pestilence, have not escaped the edge of the Sword. cc q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp cst pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd cc av vvi, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd uh q-crq n1 np1 vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vhg vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 7
95 Certainly, It cannot but be a severity, though not parallel to our iniquity, to be preserved from the Plague, Certainly, It cannot but be a severity, though not parallel to our iniquity, to be preserved from the Plague, av-j, pn31 vmbx p-acp vbi dt n1, cs xx vvi p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 7
96 and to be rereserved to the Sword. and to be rereserved to the Sword. cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 7
97 They who spiritually have not known God, have looked upon the Sword as a sore ▪ Judgment from God. They who spiritually have not known God, have looked upon the Sword as a soar ▪ Judgement from God. pns32 r-crq av-j vhb xx vvn np1, vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 ▪ n1 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 7
98 Oh how sore and how soon must that place needs be undone, in reference whereunto God saith, The Sword, the Sword is drawn for the slaughter, it's forbished to consume because of the glittering. O how soar and how soon must that place needs be undone, in Referente whereunto God Says, The Sword, the Sword is drawn for the slaughter, it's forbished to consume Because of the glittering. uh q-crq j cc c-crq av vmb d n1 av vbi vvn, p-acp n1 c-crq np1 vvz, dt n1, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz vvn pc-acp vvi c-acp pp-f dt j-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 7
99 Thirdly, Famine When the figtree don't blossom; Thirdly, Famine When the Fig tree don't blossom; ord, n1 c-crq dt n1 vdbx vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 7
100 & there is no fruit in the Vine, when the labour of the Olive failes and the fields yeeld no meat, & there is no fruit in the Vine, when the labour of the Olive fails and the fields yield no meat, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz cc dt n2 vvb dx n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 7
101 when the flock is cut ▪ off from the fold, and there is no heard in the stalls. when the flock is Cut ▪ off from the fold, and there is no herd in the stalls. c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn ▪ a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 7
102 Too too many have turned their fulness into sinfulness, and God, hath turned their fulness into emptiness. Too too many have turned their fullness into sinfulness, and God, hath turned their fullness into emptiness. av av d vhb vvn po32 n1 p-acp n1, cc np1, vhz vvn po32 n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 7
103 Those that commonly are wanton under mercies are not like to have those mercies continued long in Common. Those that commonly Are wanton under Mercies Are not like to have those Mercies continued long in Common. d cst av-j vbr j-jn p-acp n2 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vhi d n2 vvd av-j p-acp j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 7
104 What was Judahs sin but fulness of bread; and God soon made even with her in giving her cleanness of teeth. What was Judahs sin but fullness of bred; and God soon made even with her in giving her cleanness of teeth. q-crq vbds npg1 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1; cc np1 av vvd av p-acp pno31 p-acp vvg po31 n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
105 In England there was a Famine of three years continuance, and the same so violent, that not only many died daily for hunger, In England there was a Famine of three Years Continuance, and the same so violent, that not only many died daily for hunger, p-acp np1 a-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f crd ng2 n1, cc dt d av j, cst xx av-j d vvd av-j p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
106 but great numbers joyning hand in hand threw themselves head-long into the Sea. In Samaria the famine was so great, but great numbers joining hand in hand threw themselves headlong into the Sea. In Samaria the famine was so great, cc-acp j n2 vvg n1 p-acp n1 vvd px32 j p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1 vbds av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
107 as that an Asses head was sold for fourscore pieces of silver, and the fourth part of a cab of Doves dung for five pieces of silver. as that an Asses head was sold for fourscore Pieces of silver, and the fourth part of a cab of Dove dung for five Pieces of silver. c-acp cst dt ng1 n1 vbds vvn p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1, cc dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 n1 p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
108 And therefore what saith God? Amos 4. 6. Ezek: 5. 16, 17. Jerem. 14. 16, 18. It's good, Christians, to make much of a little. And Therefore what Says God? Amos 4. 6. Ezekiel: 5. 16, 17. Jeremiah 14. 16, 18. It's good, Christians, to make much of a little. cc av q-crq vvz np1? np1 crd crd np1: crd crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd pn31|vbz j, np1, pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
109 It's great impiety to sin much in much; and so 'tis great & righteous severity not to have either little or much. It's great impiety to since much in much; and so it's great & righteous severity not to have either little or much. pn31|vbz j n1 p-acp n1 av-d p-acp av-d; cc av pn31|vbz j cc j n1 xx pc-acp vhi d j cc d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
110 God is the great house-keeper of the world, and for him to let his family starve, his creatures pine away, God is the great housekeeper of the world, and for him to let his family starve, his creatures pine away, np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvi, po31 n2 vvi av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
111 and those that had their dependance upon him to have no sustinance and allowance at all from him. and those that had their dependence upon him to have no sustenance and allowance At all from him. cc d cst vhd po32 n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vhi dx n1 cc n1 p-acp d p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
112 Ah those that have felt any thing as to this, have found it sad enough when God at any time brought this Judgment upon them. Ah those that have felt any thing as to this, have found it sad enough when God At any time brought this Judgement upon them. uh d cst vhb vvn d n1 c-acp p-acp d, vhb vvn pn31 j av-d c-crq np1 p-acp d n1 vvd d n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
113 If as yet London there be not this calamity, the Lord grant that this calamity may never be. If as yet London there be not this calamity, the Lord grant that this calamity may never be. cs a-acp av np1 pc-acp vbb xx d n1, dt n1 vvb cst d n1 vmb av-x vbi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
114 Fourthly, Fire. Fire and Water are proverbially said to be good servants, but bad masters. Fourthly, Fire. Fire and Water Are proverbially said to be good Servants, but bad Masters. ord, n1. n1 cc n1 vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vbi j n2, cc-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 8
115 Both are good enough, whilst within their limits, but bad enough God know's when got beyond their bounds. Both Are good enough, while within their Limits, but bad enough God know's when god beyond their bounds. av-d vbr j av-d, cs p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp j av-d np1 vvz c-crq vvn p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 8
116 It's usual with God in Scripture to set forth the greatness of his wrath by Fire and fiery indignation. It's usual with God in Scripture to Set forth the greatness of his wrath by Fire and fiery Indignation. pn31|vbz j p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 8
117 God when eminently he would avenge himselfe on Sodom for their abominations, it was by raining Fire and brimstone from heaven. God when eminently he would avenge himself on Sodom for their abominations, it was by raining Fire and brimstone from heaven. np1 c-crq av-j pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n2, pn31 vbds p-acp vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 8
118 What can be more terrible to man than Fire? and therefore how sore and terrible must needs those Judgments be that are inflicted by Fire! What can be more terrible to man than Fire? and Therefore how soar and terrible must needs those Judgments be that Are inflicted by Fire! q-crq vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp n1 cs n1? cc av c-crq av-j cc j vmb av d n2 vbb d vbr vvn p-acp n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 8
119 Ezek: 20. 47. Jerem. 17. 29. Ch. 15. 14. Lamen. 4. 11. God is great in this Judgment; Ezekiel: 20. 47. Jeremiah 17. 29. Christ 15. 14. Lamen. 4. 11. God is great in this Judgement; np1: crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1. crd crd np1 vbz j p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 8
120 and oh how great must needs this Judgment be, when London that lately was is no more, and o how great must needs this Judgement be, when London that lately was is no more, cc uh c-crq j vmb av d n1 vbi, c-crq np1 cst av-j vbds vbz dx n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
121 and she that gloried in the stateliness of her structures, hath now none of those structures to glory in ▪ I, thy houses are burnt, thy Churches consumed, thy places of Judicature ruined, thy Halls and Pinacles brought low, and she that gloried in the stateliness of her structures, hath now none of those structures to glory in ▪ I, thy houses Are burned, thy Churches consumed, thy places of Judicature ruined, thy Halls and Pinnacles brought low, cc pns31 cst vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, vhz av pix pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp ▪ pns11, po21 n2 vbr vvn, po21 n2 vvn, po21 n2 pp-f n1 vvn, po21 n2 cc n2 vvn av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
122 even to the ground, I, those that see thee cannot but bemoan thee; that pass by thee, can't but pity thee; even to the ground, I, those that see thee cannot but bemoan thee; that pass by thee, can't but pity thee; av p-acp dt n1, pns11, d cst vvb pno21 vmbx cc-acp vvi pno21; d vvb p-acp pno21, vmb|pn31 p-acp n1 pno21; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
123 they that know thee cannot but say (and alas poore London for it) Is this the joyous City, whose antiquity was of ancient dayes? Whose Merchants were Princes, they that know thee cannot but say (and alas poor London for it) Is this the joyous city, whose antiquity was of ancient days? Whose Merchant's were Princes, pns32 cst vvb pno21 vmbx cc-acp vvi (cc uh j np1 p-acp pn31) vbz d dt j n1, rg-crq n1 vbds pp-f j n2? rg-crq n2 vbdr n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
124 and whose traffiquers the honourable of the Earth! and whose traffickers the honourable of the Earth! cc rg-crq n2 dt j pp-f dt n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
125 Isa. 23. 7. 8. My beloved, our eyes have seen, our goods and estates have found, Isaiah 23. 7. 8. My Beloved, our eyes have seen, our goods and estates have found, np1 crd crd crd po11 j-vvn, po12 n2 vhb vvn, po12 n2-j cc n2 vhb vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
126 and our persons have experienced the greatness of Gods Judgment, when he hath made a City an heap, and a ruine of a defenced City, Isa. 25. 2. Thus much as to the first thing proposed, which I shall close with recommending to your perusall, and our Persons have experienced the greatness of God's Judgement, when he hath made a city an heap, and a ruin of a defenced city, Isaiah 25. 2. Thus much as to the First thing proposed, which I shall close with recommending to your perusal, cc po12 n2 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, np1 crd crd av av-d c-acp p-acp dt ord n1 vvn, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp vvg p-acp po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
127 as sutable enough to our condition, and whereby you may see the sence of God as to those former severe judgements, Jer. 29. 17, 18. Ezek. 14. 21. Ezek. 15. 6, 7. The second thing premised, is to shew what those times are wherein God is more than ordinary in his judgements upon a Nation and City: as suitable enough to our condition, and whereby you may see the sense of God as to those former severe Judgments, Jer. 29. 17, 18. Ezekiel 14. 21. Ezekiel 15. 6, 7. The second thing premised, is to show what those times Are wherein God is more than ordinary in his Judgments upon a nation and city: c-acp j av-d p-acp po12 n1, cc c-crq pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp p-acp d j j n2, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd dt ord n1 vvn, vbz pc-acp vvi r-crq d n2 vbr c-crq np1 vbz av-dc cs j p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 9
128 And as to this I shall in plainness, and I hope, faithfully instance in these following. And as to this I shall in plainness, and I hope, faithfully instance in these following. cc c-acp p-acp d pns11 vmb p-acp n1, cc pns11 vvb, av-j n1 p-acp d vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 9
129 First, Times of more then ordinary iniquity. Times of more then ordinary abomination are times of more then ordinary desolation. First, Times of more then ordinary iniquity. Times of more then ordinary abomination Are times of more then ordinary desolation. ord, n2 pp-f av-dc cs j n1. n2 pp-f av-dc cs j n1 vbr n2 pp-f av-dc cs j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
130 Though God may bear with peccadilloes, and not presently evidence his displeasure from heaven; Though God may bear with Peccadilloes, and not presently evidence his displeasure from heaven; cs np1 vmb vvi p-acp n2, cc xx av-j n1 po31 n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
131 yet when persons sin in heavens face as to gross enormities, he will stretch out heavens hand as to sore calamities. yet when Persons sin in heavens face as to gross enormities, he will stretch out heavens hand as to soar calamities. av c-crq n2 vvb p-acp ng1 n1 a-acp p-acp j n2, pns31 vmb vvi av ng1 n1 a-acp p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
132 Sin is a cloud in the ayre; since is a cloud in the air; n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
133 the more it's thickened with vapours from the earth, the more the cloud empties it selfe into dismall showers and stormes, Ezek. 5. 5, 6, 7, 12. Jer. 15. 5, 13, 14. Jer. 4. 18, 19, 20. When the Amorites cup was full as to iniquity, the Amorites cup did not remain long empty as to calamity: the more it's thickened with vapours from the earth, the more the cloud empties it self into dismal showers and storms, Ezekiel 5. 5, 6, 7, 12. Jer. 15. 5, 13, 14. Jer. 4. 18, 19, 20. When the amorites cup was full as to iniquity, the amorites cup did not remain long empty as to calamity: dt av-dc pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, dt av-dc dt n1 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd c-crq dt np1 n1 vbds j c-acp p-acp n1, dt np1 n1 vdd xx vvi j j c-acp p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 10
134 Oh London, hadst not thou been more then ordinary as to thy abomination, God would not have been more then ordinary as to thy destruction and desolation. O London, Hadst not thou been more then ordinary as to thy abomination, God would not have been more then ordinary as to thy destruction and desolation. uh np1, vhd2 xx pns21 vbn av-dc cs j c-acp p-acp po21 n1, np1 vmd xx vhi vbn av-dc cs j c-acp p-acp po21 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 10
135 It is a remarkable expression, Gen. 18. 20, 21. And therefore see, Lam. 4. 6. If wee goe on in Sodoms defilement, we shall not go without Sodoms punishment; and if wee outgoe Sodom as to iniquity, wee shall outgoe Sodom as to Calamity. We are fallen into sad times as to sufferings, I, It is a remarkable expression, Gen. 18. 20, 21. And Therefore see, Lam. 4. 6. If we go on in Sodom's defilement, we shall not go without Sodom's punishment; and if we outgo Sodom as to iniquity, we shall outgo Sodom as to Calamity. We Are fallen into sad times as to sufferings, I, pn31 vbz dt j n1, np1 crd crd, crd cc av vvb, np1 crd crd cs pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp n2 n1, pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp n2 n1; cc cs pns12 vvb np1 a-acp p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi np1 a-acp p-acp n1. pns12 vbr vvn p-acp j n2 c-acp p-acp n2, pns11, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 10
136 and we were fallen into sad times as to sinning; and we were fallen into sad times as to sinning; cc pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp j n2 c-acp p-acp vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 10
137 we commit those sins against God, which wee committed not before, and so wee have undergone those punishments from God, which were not undergone before: we commit those Sins against God, which we committed not before, and so we have undergone those punishments from God, which were not undergone before: pns12 vvb d n2 p-acp np1, r-crq pns12 vvd xx a-acp, cc av pns12 vhb vvn d n2 p-acp np1, r-crq vbdr xx vvn a-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 10
138 The ready way for a Nation and City to be undone by calamity, is to doe all manner of iniquity. That is the first. The ready Way for a nation and city to be undone by calamity, is to do all manner of iniquity. That is the First. dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vdi d n1 pp-f n1. cst vbz dt ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 10
139 Secondly, Times of oppression and cruelty. It's an hard thing for us to be hard-hearted, and God to be tender-hearted; Secondly, Times of oppression and cruelty. It's an hard thing for us to be hardhearted, and God to be tender-hearted; ord, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi j, cc np1 pc-acp vbi j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 10
140 when we put off the heart of Humanity, God will put out the hand of severity; when we put off the heart of Humanity, God will put out the hand of severity; c-crq pns12 vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 vmb vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 10
141 when we doe what we can to bring others under the hatches, God will bring those hatches upon us. when we do what we can to bring Others under the Hates, God will bring those Hates upon us. c-crq pns12 vdb r-crq pns12 vmb p-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp dt n2, np1 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 10
142 Methinks I hear poor oppressed souls crying out in the bitterness of their Spirit, and there is none to help; Methinks I hear poor oppressed Souls crying out in the bitterness of their Spirit, and there is none to help; vvz pns11 vvb j j-vvn n2 vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc pc-acp vbz pix pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 10
143 methinks I hear poor souls crying out, Bread, Bread for the Lords sake. methinks I hear poor Souls crying out, Bred, Bred for the lords sake. vvz pns11 vvb j n2 vvg av, n1, n1 p-acp dt n2 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 10
144 And therefore look to it England, and those remaines of London, for if no repentance as to this, there is sure to be vengeance as to this, Jer. 34. 16, 17. Micah. 2. 2, 3, 4. And therefore those expressions in Amos cannot but must be observed, Amos 1. 9, 10, 11, 12. The cryes of poor oppressed soules so pierce Gods eares, And Therefore look to it England, and those remains of London, for if no Repentance as to this, there is sure to be vengeance as to this, Jer. 34. 16, 17. micah. 2. 2, 3, 4. And Therefore those expressions in Amos cannot but must be observed, Amos 1. 9, 10, 11, 12. The cries of poor oppressed Souls so pierce God's ears, cc av vvb p-acp pn31 np1, cc d vvz pp-f np1, c-acp cs dx n1 c-acp p-acp d, pc-acp vbz j pc-acp vbi n1 c-acp p-acp d, np1 crd crd, crd np1. crd crd, crd, crd cc av d n2 p-acp np1 vmbx p-acp vmb vbi vvn, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd dt n2 pp-f j j-vvn n2 av vvi npg1 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 10
145 as that they cannot but work upon Gods heart. as that they cannot but work upon God's heart. c-acp cst pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi p-acp ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 10
146 I could wish I had not seen so much of Cruelty, and I am confident I should not have seen so much of calamity: What hath been thy sin, London, as to this but oppression? and therefore how deservedly punished! I could wish I had not seen so much of Cruelty, and I am confident I should not have seen so much of calamity: What hath been thy since, London, as to this but oppression? and Therefore how deservedly punished! pns11 vmd vvi pns11 vhd xx vvn av d pp-f n1, cc pns11 vbm j pns11 vmd xx vhi vvn av d pp-f n1: r-crq vhz vbn po21 n1, np1, a-acp p-acp d p-acp n1? cc av c-crq av-vvn vvn! (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 10
147 Oh if you that are preserved goe on in your rigorous exactions, in your unheard of Fines, O if you that Are preserved go on in your rigorous exactions, in your unheard of Fines, uh cs pn22 cst vbr vvn vvi a-acp p-acp po22 j n2, p-acp po22 j pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 11
148 and your high, ah too high Rents. and your high, ah too high Rends. cc po22 j, uh av j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 11
149 You that now Lett your houses, ere long may have no houses at all to Lett: You that now Let your houses, ere long may have no houses At all to Let: pn22 cst av vvb po22 n2, c-acp av-j vmb vhi dx n2 p-acp d p-acp vvb: (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 11
150 To make an advantage of your suffering brethren, will but be a disadvantage to your selves in your sufferings. To make an advantage of your suffering brothers, will but be a disadvantage to your selves in your sufferings. pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 j-vvg n2, vmb p-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp po22 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 11
151 If we drink out of Babylons cup as to cruelty, we shall drink out of Babylons cup as to calamity. That's the second. If we drink out of Babylons cup as to cruelty, we shall drink out of Babylons cup as to calamity. That's the second. cs pns12 vvb av pp-f npg1 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi av pp-f npg1 vvb a-acp p-acp n1. d|vbz dt ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 11
152 Thirdly, Times of Pride and Arrogancy. God will soon bring those low enough, that think they can never be high enough. Thirdly, Times of Pride and Arrogance. God will soon bring those low enough, that think they can never be high enough. ord, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. np1 vmb av vvi d j av-d, cst vvb pns32 vmb av-x vbi j av-d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 11
153 God will make those remember they are but dust and ashes, that forget themselves to be dust and ashes. God will make those Remember they Are but dust and Ashes, that forget themselves to be dust and Ashes. np1 vmb vvi d vvb pns32 vbr p-acp n1 cc n2, cst vvb px32 pc-acp vbi n1 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 11
154 When persons deface the Image of God which is Humility, God will maintaine his power and authority in their Calamity. Herods heart was no sooner lift up against God, When Persons deface the Image of God which is Humility, God will maintain his power and Authority in their Calamity. Herods heart was no sooner lift up against God, c-crq n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz n1, np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n1. npg1 n1 vbds av-dx av-c vvn a-acp p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 11
155 but Gods hand was as soon lifted up against Herod, Isa. 16. 6. 3. 10. 24. Humility is one of the best jewels in a Nations Crown: but God's hand was as soon lifted up against Herod, Isaiah 16. 6. 3. 10. 24. Humility is one of the best Jewels in a nations Crown: cc-acp ng1 n1 vbds a-acp av vvd a-acp p-acp np1, np1 crd crd crd crd crd n1 vbz pi pp-f dt js n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 11
156 Its impossible a political body should be in a good Crasis and constitution, whilest swelled with this Tympany of pride. Its impossible a political body should be in a good Crasis and constitution, whilst swelled with this Tympany of pride. pn31|vbz j dt j n1 vmd vbi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, cs vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 11
157 Oh God cannot bear with this sin of pride in persons, or that persons should pride themselves in this sin. O God cannot bear with this since of pride in Persons, or that Persons should pride themselves in this since. uh np1 vmbx vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, cc d n2 vmd vvi px32 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 11
158 If we don't lay our selves at Gods feet, in a way of Humility, God will lay us at others in a way of misery; If we don't lay our selves At God's feet, in a Way of Humility, God will lay us At Others in a Way of misery; cs pns12 vdbx vvd po12 n2 p-acp npg1 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 11
159 I, thou hast prided thy self in what thou hadst, and God hath sent a sore Judgement of fire to remove what thou hadst, Jer. 50. 31, 32. Remember oh you daughters of London, remember your sin in this, I, thou hast prided thy self in what thou Hadst, and God hath sent a soar Judgement of fire to remove what thou Hadst, Jer. 50. 31, 32. remember o you daughters of London, Remember your since in this, pns11, pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1 p-acp r-crq pns21 vhd2, cc np1 vhz vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns21 vhd2, np1 crd crd, crd np1 uh pn22 n2 pp-f np1, vvb po22 n1 p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 11
160 when they that did feed delicately are desolate in the streets, and they that were brought up in Scarlet, Alas, alas, now embrace dunghills. when they that did feed delicately Are desolate in the streets, and they that were brought up in Scarlet, Alas, alas, now embrace dunghills. c-crq pns32 cst vdd vvi av-j vbr j p-acp dt n2, cc pns32 cst vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp j-jn, uh, uh, av vvb n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 11
161 If we ruffle it up and down the streets with those garments, for which we are still endebted in heavens debtbook, God will soon send some sore Judgement or other as a Serjeant to arrest us. If we ruffle it up and down the streets with those garments, for which we Are still indebted in heavens debtbook, God will soon send Some soar Judgement or other as a sergeant to arrest us. cs pns12 vvi pn31 a-acp cc a-acp dt n2 p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp ng1 n1, np1 vmb av vvi d j n1 cc j-jn c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 11
162 How much better is it for us to be humbled that we may be exalted, then to be exalted that we should be humbled! How much better is it for us to be humbled that we may be exalted, then to be exalted that we should be humbled! c-crq d jc vbz pn31 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn, cs pc-acp vbi vvn cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn! (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 11
163 Arrogancy turned the Angels out of heaven into hell, and Humility turnes persons out of hell into heaven. That's the third. Arrogance turned the Angels out of heaven into hell, and Humility turns Persons out of hell into heaven. That's the third. n1 vvd dt n2 av pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 vvz n2 av pp-f n1 p-acp n1. d|vbz dt ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
164 Fourthly, Times of carnall confidence and Reliancy. Fourthly, Times of carnal confidence and Reliancy. ord, n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
165 When we look for help more from man then from God, and assistance from the creature more then from the Creator, When we look for help more from man then from God, and assistance from the creature more then from the Creator, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1 av-dc p-acp n1 av p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 av-dc cs p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
166 and comfort from broken Cysternes more then from the fountaine of living waters. The sin of carnall Confidence is sure to be attended with more then ordinary Vengeance. and Comfort from broken Cysternes more then from the fountain of living waters. The since of carnal Confidence is sure to be attended with more then ordinary Vengeance. cc vvi p-acp j-vvn n2 av-dc cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2. dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dc cs j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
167 God will let us see the creatures emptiness in our ruine and misery, if we look to the creatures fullness for our safety and security. God will let us see the creatures emptiness in our ruin and misery, if we look to the creatures fullness for our safety and security. np1 vmb vvi pno12 vvi dt ng1 n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
168 If we lay Gods honour in the dust, in giving that to man which is Gods, God will lay our honour in the dust in suffering us to be dishonoured by man, see Isa. 30. 15, 16, 17. Hosea 8. last. If we lay God's honour in the dust, in giving that to man which is God's, God will lay our honour in the dust in suffering us to be dishonoured by man, see Isaiah 30. 15, 16, 17. Hosea 8. last. cs pns12 vvb ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg cst p-acp n1 r-crq vbz n2, np1 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, vvb np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 crd vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
169 I would willingly be resolved in this question, Whether ever the Nation was less in it's sufferings from God, I would willingly be resolved in this question, Whither ever the nation was less in it's sufferings from God, pns11 vmd av-j vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cs av dt n1 vbds av-dc p-acp pn31|vbz n2 p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
170 then when least in it's dependance upon man? Thou trustest not a little in thy much customed shop, then when least in it's dependence upon man? Thou trustest not a little in thy much customed shop, av c-crq ds p-acp pn31|vbz n1 p-acp n1? pns21 vv2 xx dt j p-acp po21 d j-vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
171 well replenished warehouses, full and crowded Congregations, and in thy great practise; well replenished warehouses, full and crowded Congregations, and in thy great practice; av vvn n2, j cc vvn n2, cc p-acp po21 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
172 & so God kindles a fire, and thy shop's destroyed, thy warehouses ruined, thy Churches consumed, & so God kindles a fire, and thy shop's destroyed, thy warehouses ruined, thy Churches consumed, cc av np1 vvz dt n1, cc po21 n1|vbz vvn, po21 n2 vvn, po21 n2 vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
173 and thy patients scattered and dispersed. My beloved, God will be sought unto in all we doe; and thy patients scattered and dispersed. My Beloved, God will be sought unto in all we do; cc po21 n2 vvn cc vvn. po11 j-vvn, np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d pns12 vdb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
174 and if we are so far of seeking to him as that it's something else, alas what miseries have and will not break in upon us! and if we Are so Far of seeking to him as that it's something Else, alas what misery's have and will not break in upon us! cc cs pns12 vbr av av-j pp-f vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp cst pn31|vbz pi av, uh q-crq n2 vhb cc vmb xx vvi p-acp p-acp pno12! (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
175 Never needst thou have feared, London, I, and never wouldst thou have felt this calamity, Never Needest thou have feared, London, I, and never Wouldst thou have felt this calamity, av-x vv2 pns21 vhb vvn, np1, pns11, cc av vmd2 pns21 vhi vvn d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
176 if thou hadst but come to this, It's God and God alone, and not man that is my safety, and security: if thou Hadst but come to this, It's God and God alone, and not man that is my safety, and security: cs pns21 vhd2 p-acp vvn p-acp d, pn31|vbz np1 cc np1 av-j, cc xx n1 cst vbz po11 n1, cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
177 They that won't make use of God as a place of refuge in time of trouble, will finde trouble enough in their times, They that won't make use of God as a place of refuge in time of trouble, will find trouble enough in their times, pns32 cst vmbx vvi n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi n1 av-d p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
178 and the inlet to all their troubles this, their not dependance on God. That's the fourth. and the inlet to all their Troubles this, their not dependence on God. That's the fourth. cc dt n1 p-acp d po32 n2 d, po32 xx n1 p-acp np1. d|vbz dt ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
179 Fifthly, Times of heedlesness and security. Times full of security are commonly times full of calamity: Fifthly, Times of heedlessness and security. Times full of security Are commonly times full of calamity: ord, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. n2 j pp-f n1 vbr av-j n2 j pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 12
180 we are never nearer destruction, then when we are farthest from it in our apprehension. we Are never nearer destruction, then when we Are farthest from it in our apprehension. pns12 vbr av av-jc n1, av c-crq pns12 vbr js p-acp pn31 p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 13
181 God would have us sensible of judgements threatned, as not knowing how soon they may be inflicted; God would have us sensible of Judgments threatened, as not knowing how soon they may be inflicted; np1 vmd vhi pno12 j pp-f n2 vvd, c-acp xx vvg c-crq av pns32 vmb vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 13
182 but if we put the evil day far from us, the more sore and sudden it's sure to overtake us, Jer. 21. 13, 14. Micah. 3. 12. Ezek. 39. 6. Little did Dives think of his souls being required, when he sang such a lullaby, Soul take thine ease, thou hast goods laid up for many years. but if we put the evil day Far from us, the more soar and sudden it's sure to overtake us, Jer. 21. 13, 14. micah. 3. 12. Ezekiel 39. 6. Little did Dives think of his Souls being required, when he sang such a lullaby, Soul take thine ease, thou hast goods laid up for many Years. cc-acp cs pns12 vvb dt j-jn n1 av-j p-acp pno12, dt av-dc j cc j pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12, np1 crd crd, crd np1. crd crd np1 crd crd av-j vdd np1 vvb pp-f po31 n2 vbg vvn, c-crq pns31 vvd d dt n1, n1 vvb po21 n1, pns21 vh2 n2-j vvn a-acp p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 13
183 Agag cryes out in the fondness of his Spirit, surely the bitterness of death is past, when on a sudden hewen in pieces. Agag cries out in the fondness of his Spirit, surely the bitterness of death is past, when on a sudden hewn in Pieces. np1 vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, c-crq p-acp dt j vvn p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 13
184 You remember, Christians, ah you cannot but remember Gods sore judgement of the Plague; You Remember, Christians, ah you cannot but Remember God's soar judgement of the Plague; pn22 vvb, np1, uh pn22 vmbx cc-acp vvi n2 j n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 13
185 and were we not ready to say, Oh now God hath done with us? I, we soothed our selves in all being well, we cryed, the bitterness of death is past, we ranted it up and down the Taverns, Oh a severe judgement cannot overtake us; and were we not ready to say, O now God hath done with us? I, we soothed our selves in all being well, we cried, the bitterness of death is past, we ranted it up and down the Taverns, O a severe judgement cannot overtake us; cc vbdr pns12 xx j pc-acp vvi, uh av np1 vhz vdn p-acp pno12? pns11, pns12 vvd po12 n2 p-acp d vbg av, pns12 vvd, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, pns12 vvn pn31 a-acp cc a-acp dt n2, uh dt j n1 vmbx vvi pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 13
186 and behold, where the Plague left us, there the Fire found us; and how, Alas, are we brought to the ground that did dwell securely! and behold, where the Plague left us, there the Fire found us; and how, Alas, Are we brought to the ground that did dwell securely! cc vvb, c-crq dt n1 vvd pno12, pc-acp dt n1 vvd pno12; cc c-crq, uh, vbr pns12 vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vdd vvi av-j! (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 13
187 I, thou tookest many a sweet nap in thy downy bed of security, and on a sudden thou art awakened with this dreadfull Fire about thine ears. I, thou tookest many a sweet nap in thy downy Bed of security, and on a sudden thou art awakened with this dreadful Fire about thine ears. pns11, pns21 vvd2 d dt j n1 p-acp po21 j n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt j pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp d j n1 p-acp po21 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 13
188 Oh that we were awakened to our duty by this calamity: O that we were awakened to our duty by this calamity: uh cst pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 13
189 I pray, Sirs, Let me tell you, that the onely way to be safe is not to be secure. I pray, Sirs, Let me tell you, that the only Way to be safe is not to be secure. pns11 vvb, n2, vvb pno11 vvi pn22, cst dt j n1 pc-acp vbi j vbz xx pc-acp vbi j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 13
190 God will, and he hath already disappointed us in our delighted insecurity, in laying on us those not delighted in fiery calamities. That's the fifth. God will, and he hath already disappointed us in our delighted insecurity, in laying on us those not delighted in fiery calamities. That's the fifth. np1 vmb, cc pns31 vhz av vvn pno12 p-acp po12 j-vvn n1, p-acp vvg p-acp pno12 d xx vvn p-acp j n2. d|vbz dt ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 13
191 Sixthly, Times of Sabboth unobservancy. When persons make light of Gods own institution, God will avenge himself in our ruine and desolation: Sixthly, Times of Sabbath unobservancy. When Persons make Light of God's own Institution, God will avenge himself in our ruin and desolation: j, n2 pp-f n1 n1. c-crq n2 vvb n1 pp-f n2 d n1, np1 vmb vvi px31 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
192 God hath set apart this day for his own use, but if we abuse it, God will be sure to abase us for it. God hath Set apart this day for his own use, but if we abuse it, God will be sure to abase us for it. np1 vhz vvn av d n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc-acp cs pns12 vvb pn31, np1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
193 Ahasuerus would not respite Haman at all, when, in his judgement, he would offer violence to his Queen. Ahasuerus would not respite Haman At all, when, in his judgement, he would offer violence to his Queen. np1 vmd xx vvi np1 p-acp d, c-crq, p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
194 The Sabboth is the queen of days; The Sabbath is the queen of days; dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
195 and therefore when he sees we offer violence to her by our looseness and prophaneness, by our Moore-fields-walkes and Hide-park Recreations, Execution shall be done upon us. and Therefore when he sees we offer violence to her by our looseness and profaneness, by our Moore-fields-walkes and Hyde park Recreations, Execution shall be done upon us. cc av c-crq pns31 vvz pns12 vvb n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, p-acp po12 j cc np1 n2, n1 vmb vbi vdn p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
196 How many places have been eminent in their sinnings as to this, who have been eminent in their sufferings as to this, Jer. 17. 29. I pray, How many places have been eminent in their sinnings as to this, who have been eminent in their sufferings as to this, Jer. 17. 29. I pray, c-crq d n2 vhb vbn j p-acp po32 n2 c-acp p-acp d, r-crq vhb vbn j p-acp po32 n2 c-acp p-acp d, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
197 when was the Sabboth more prophaned within these late years then now? and therefore how severely and justly hath God punished us on the Sabboth! when was the Sabbath more Profaned within these late Years then now? and Therefore how severely and justly hath God punished us on the Sabbath! c-crq vbds dt n1 av-dc vvn p-acp d j n2 av av? cc av c-crq av-j cc av-j vhz np1 vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
198 If thy Sabboths be continued to thee, I wish they may better be sanctified by thee; If thy Sabbaths be continued to thee, I wish they may better be sanctified by thee; cs po21 n2 vbb vvn p-acp pno21, pns11 vvb pns32 vmb av-jc vbi vvn p-acp pno21; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
199 If we doe the work of iniquity on Gods day, God will doe his strange work of severity on his and our day. That's the sixth. If we do the work of iniquity on God's day, God will do his strange work of severity on his and our day. That's the sixth. cs pns12 vdb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 n1, np1 vmb vdi po31 j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 cc po12 n1. d|vbz dt ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
200 Seventhly, Times of Popery and Idolatry. The great quarrell God hath with his people is their being an apostatising people; Seventhly, Times of Popery and Idolatry. The great quarrel God hath with his people is their being an Apostatizing people; crd, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. dt j n1 np1 vhz p-acp po31 n1 vbz po32 n1 dt j-vvg n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
201 and though God may bear with them as to other backslidings, yet when it comes to this, Baal and not the God of Eliah; the language of Ashdod, and not the language of Canaan; Bethaven and not Bethel, God will not bear with them. and though God may bear with them as to other backslidings, yet when it comes to this, Baal and not the God of Elijah; the language of Ashdod, and not the language of Canaan; Bethaven and not Bethel, God will not bear with them. cc cs np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, av c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp d, np1 cc xx dt n1 pp-f np1; dt n1 pp-f np1, cc xx dt n1 pp-f np1; np1 cc xx np1, np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
202 God is so far of giving his power to graven Images, as that they are sure to be destroyed, I, God is so Far of giving his power to graved Images, as that they Are sure to be destroyed, I, np1 vbz av av-j pp-f vvg po31 n1 p-acp j-vvn n2, c-acp cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn, pns11, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
203 and the supporters and upholders of them shall fall with them, Isa. 42. 8. Hosea 8. last. and the supporters and upholders of them shall fallen with them, Isaiah 42. 8. Hosea 8. last. cc dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pno32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd np1 crd vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
204 Jer. 7. 18, 19, 20. I could wish that what of Popery and Idolatry there hath been and is, were suppressed; Jer. 7. 18, 19, 20. I could wish that what of Popery and Idolatry there hath been and is, were suppressed; np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns11 vmd vvi d r-crq pp-f n1 cc n1 a-acp vhz vbn cc vbz, vbdr vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
205 it may be we should then not have been destroyed: it may be we should then not have been destroyed: pn31 vmb vbi pns12 vmd av xx vhi vbn vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
206 How much better it is to stub up those bryers and thorns, which if let alone, may set on fire the tallest Cedars in our Lebanon. The Jews will acknowledge to this day, that in all those judgements that have befallen them, there is an ounce of the golden Calfe made by their forefathers in the wilderness. That's the seventh. How much better it is to stub up those briers and thorns, which if let alone, may Set on fire the Tallest Cedars in our Lebanon. The jews will acknowledge to this day, that in all those Judgments that have befallen them, there is an ounce of the golden Calf made by their Forefathers in the Wilderness. That's the seventh. c-crq av-d av-jc pn31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2, r-crq cs vvn av-j, vmb vvi p-acp n1 dt js n2 p-acp po12 np1. dt np2 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cst p-acp d d n2 cst vhb vvn pno32, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1. d|vbz dt ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
207 Eighthly, Times of Remisness in the Ministry. When those that should tread out, tread down the Corn; Eighthly, Times of Remissness in the Ministry. When those that should tread out, tread down the Corn; j, n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. c-crq d cst vmd vvi av, vvb a-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 14
208 that should be labourers, are loyterers; that should be labourers, Are loiterers; cst vmd vbi n2, vbr n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 14
209 that should tell England of her sins, and London of her iniquities, cry peace, peace, healing but slightly the wound of the Sons of Sion, and the daughters of Jerusalem, Lament. 4. 11, 13. Ezek. 22. 25, 26, 31. That body cannot be long in a good constitution, whose more noble and essentiall parts are in a consumption. that should tell England of her Sins, and London of her iniquities, cry peace, peace, healing but slightly the wound of the Sons of Sion, and the daughters of Jerusalem, Lament. 4. 11, 13. Ezekiel 22. 25, 26, 31. That body cannot be long in a good constitution, whose more noble and essential parts Are in a consumption. cst vmd vvi np1 pp-f po31 n2, cc np1 pp-f po31 n2, vvb n1, n1, vvg p-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1, vvb. crd crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd cst n1 vmbx vbi j p-acp dt j n1, r-crq av-dc j cc j n2 vbr p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
210 God soon left the Jews house desolate unto them, and them unto it, when from the Prophets of Jerusalem prophaness went forth into all the Land, Jer. 23. 15. One may well write, Lord have mercy upon a Nation, God soon left the jews house desolate unto them, and them unto it, when from the prophets of Jerusalem profaneness went forth into all the Land, Jer. 23. 15. One may well write, Lord have mercy upon a nation, np1 av vvd dt np2 vvi j p-acp pno32, cc pno32 p-acp pn31, c-crq p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 n1 vvd av p-acp d dt n1, np1 crd crd pi vmb av vvi, n1 vhb n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
211 when those that are Angels in their Function and Profession, are far of being Angels in their Lives and Conversation. That's the eighth. when those that Are Angels in their Function and Profession, Are Far of being Angels in their Lives and Conversation. That's the eighth. c-crq d cst vbr n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, vbr j pp-f vbg n2 p-acp po32 n2 cc n1. d|vbz dt ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
212 Ninthly, Times of Incorrigibleness, notwithstanding former misery. Incorrigible times are miserable times. Ninthly, Times of Incorrigibleness, notwithstanding former misery. Incorrigible times Are miserable times. ord, n2 pp-f n1, a-acp j n1. j n2 vbr j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
213 Times of continued abomination are times of renewed and encreased desolation. What can be thought of that Nation that hath been twenty years and upwards in the furnace of affliction, and no removall at all of the dross of Corruption? The patient not recovered by milder, must undergoe sharper and more severe medicines, Levit. 26. 27, 28. Amos 4. 9, 10, 11. The Sword, my beloved, was sheathed for severall years in one anothers bowels, and we are not reformed; Times of continued abomination Are times of renewed and increased desolation. What can be Thought of that nation that hath been twenty Years and upward in the furnace of affliction, and no removal At all of the dross of Corruption? The patient not recovered by milder, must undergo sharper and more severe medicines, Levit. 26. 27, 28. Amos 4. 9, 10, 11. The Sword, my Beloved, was sheathed for several Years in one another's bowels, and we Are not reformed; ng1 pp-f j-vvn n1 vbr n2 pp-f j-vvn cc j-vvn n1. q-crq vmb vbi vvn pp-f d n1 cst vhz vbn crd n2 cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dx n1 p-acp d pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1? dt j xx vvn p-acp jc, vmb vvi jc cc av-dc j n2, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd dt n1, po11 j-vvn, vbds vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp pi ng1-jn n2, cc pns12 vbr xx vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
214 we have been under turnings upon turnings, and under powrings forth from one vessell into another, and not reformed; we have been under turnings upon turnings, and under powerings forth from one vessel into Another, and not reformed; pns12 vhb vbn p-acp n2-vvg p-acp n2-vvg, cc p-acp n2 av p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, cc xx vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
215 the Plague hath been in the midst of us, and yet not reclaimed, the Sword hath been and is still furbished in in Gods hand, and no amendment; the Plague hath been in the midst of us, and yet not reclaimed, the Sword hath been and is still furbished in in God's hand, and no amendment; dt vvb vhz vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12, cc av xx vvn, dt n1 vhz vbn cc vbz av vvn p-acp p-acp ng1 n1, cc dx n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
216 and therefore God is come now with this dreadfull Judgement of Fire, and hath made such a desolation in the midst of us. and Therefore God is come now with this dreadful Judgement of Fire, and hath made such a desolation in the midst of us. cc av np1 vbz vvn av p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, cc vhz vvn d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
217 I dare appeal to any person concerning the righteousness of Gods proceedings, though never so rigorous on all those, who through the abatement of Judgements being returned to their possessions, estates, I Dare appeal to any person Concerning the righteousness of God's proceedings, though never so rigorous on all those, who through the abatement of Judgments being returned to their possessions, estates, pns11 vvb n1 p-acp d n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f n2 n2-vvg, c-acp av-x av j p-acp d d, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbg vvn p-acp po32 n2, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
218 and grandeur, both in Church and State, return again to their corruption. and grandeur, both in Church and State, return again to their corruption. cc n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb av p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
219 If we continue acting such Comedies, God will be sure to act a severer Tragedy upon us, then ever yet hath been acted. If we continue acting such Comedies, God will be sure to act a severer Tragedy upon us, then ever yet hath been acted. cs pns12 vvb vvg d n2, np1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 p-acp pno12, av av av vhz vbn vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 16
220 Hadst thou ere this but turned sin out of thy house by repentance, God would not have turned thee out of thy house by this fiery Vengeance. That's the ninth. Hadst thou ere this but turned since out of thy house by Repentance, God would not have turned thee out of thy house by this fiery Vengeance. That's the ninth. vhd2 pns21 p-acp d cc-acp vvd n1 av pp-f po21 n1 p-acp n1, np1 vmd xx vhi vvn pno21 av pp-f po21 n1 p-acp d j n1. d|vbz dt ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 16
221 The third thing proposed, is to give an account of the Doctrine, why God is more than ordinary in his Judgments upon a Nation and City; The third thing proposed, is to give an account of the Doctrine, why God is more than ordinary in his Judgments upon a nation and city; dt ord n1 vvn, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq np1 vbz av-dc cs j p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 16
222 and those I humbly conceive to be these following. and those I humbly conceive to be these following. cc d pns11 av-j vvb pc-acp vbi d vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 16
223 First, That thereby he may evidence his Soveraignty. If we don't acknowledg his dominion over us in a way of Reformation, God will make us feel his dominion over us in a way of desolation. The Soveraignty of God is the Scepter in his hand; First, That thereby he may evidence his Sovereignty. If we don't acknowledge his dominion over us in a Way of Reformation, God will make us feel his dominion over us in a Way of desolation. The Sovereignty of God is the Sceptre in his hand; ord, cst av pns31 vmb n1 po31 n1. cs pns12 vdbx vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 vmb vvi pno12 vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
224 if we don't fall down before it in a submissive and pious adoration, God will cause it to fall upon us to our dismal ruine and destruction. Hath God taken away thousands, if we don't fallen down before it in a submissive and pious adoration, God will cause it to fallen upon us to our dismal ruin and destruction. Hath God taken away thousands, cs pns12 vdbx vvi a-acp p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j cc j n1, np1 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1. vhz np1 vvn av crd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
225 and ten thousands, in the midst of us? it's no more than what he may: and ten thousands, in the midst of us? it's no more than what he may: cc crd crd, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12? pn31|vbz dx dc cs r-crq pns31 vmb: (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
226 Hath God continued his Visitation from City to County, and from one County to another? it's no more than what he may. Hath God continued his Visitation from city to County, and from one County to Another? it's no more than what he may. vhz np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn? pn31|vbz dx dc cs r-crq pns31 vmb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
227 Hath God forbished the Sword in his hand, and given it a Commission to devour? It's no more than what he may. Hath God forbished the Sword in his hand, and given it a Commission to devour? It's no more than what he may. vhz np1 vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvn pn31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi? pn31|vbz dx dc cs r-crq pns31 vmb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
228 Hath God destroyed our Houses, ruiued our Churches, turned us out of our Possessions, and levelled our stately Monuments of antiquity and glory even with the ground? It's no more than what he may. Hath God destroyed our Houses, ruiued our Churches, turned us out of our Possessions, and leveled our stately Monuments of antiquity and glory even with the ground? It's no more than what he may. vhz np1 vvn po12 n2, vvd po12 n2, vvn pno12 av pp-f po12 n2, cc vvn po12 j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 av p-acp dt n1? pn31|vbz dx dc cs r-crq pns31 vmb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
229 And when he hath done all this, he may still do more, Ezek. 58. two last verses. Ch. 20. 48. Ezek. 30. 8. Oh the sorest Judgments that a poor Place can possibly lye under, are but the demonstrations of his Prerogative, the Nonesuch of the World. And when he hath done all this, he may still do more, Ezekiel 58. two last Verses. Christ 20. 48. Ezekiel 30. 8. O the Sorest Judgments that a poor Place can possibly lie under, Are but the demonstrations of his Prerogative, the Nonesuch of the World. cc c-crq pns31 vhz vdn d d, pns31 vmb av vdb av-dc, np1 crd crd ord n2. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd uh dt js n2 cst dt j n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp, vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, dt np1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
230 Alas, we take God every way to be like unto us, but God will evidence himself to be every way above us. Alas, we take God every Way to be like unto us, but God will evidence himself to be every Way above us. np1, pns12 vvb np1 d n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno12, cc-acp np1 vmb n1 px31 pc-acp vbi d n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
231 God will not give his Glory to another, but rather stain the beauty of the whole Creation (how much more of a particular City) than that there should be any flaw in the least Jewel belonging to the Crown of Heaven, Isa. 42. 8. God will not give his Glory to Another, but rather stain the beauty of the Whole Creation (how much more of a particular city) than that there should be any flaw in the least Jewel belonging to the Crown of Heaven, Isaiah 42. 8. np1 vmb xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp j-jn, cc-acp av-c vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 (c-crq av-d av-dc pp-f dt j n1) av cst a-acp vmd vbi d n1 p-acp dt ds n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
232 Secondly, That thereby he may destroy the workers of iniquity. Secondly, That thereby he may destroy the workers of iniquity. ord, cst av pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
233 He will not alwayes suffer the earth to bear those who could not bear with him on the earth. As to these God will empty the earth in a way of destruction, who would otherwise fill the earth with their abomination. Who are the Caterpillars of a Nation, He will not always suffer the earth to bear those who could not bear with him on the earth. As to these God will empty the earth in a Way of destruction, who would otherwise fill the earth with their abomination. Who Are the Caterpillars of a nation, pns31 vmb xx av vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1. c-acp p-acp d np1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmd av vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 n1. r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
234 if not the contemners of holiness, and practitioners of profaneness? And it's not every misling rain, if not the contemners of holiness, and practitioners of profaneness? And it's not every misling rain, cs xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1? cc pn31|vbz xx d zz n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
235 but storms and showrs must be their ruine. It's not every potion that presently removes the bodies peccant-humours. but storms and showers must be their ruin. It's not every potion that presently removes the bodies peccant-humours. cc-acp n2 cc n2 vmb vbi po32 n1. pn31|vbz xx d n1 cst av-j vvz dt n2 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
236 God as a wise Physitian so tempers his Providential ingredients in the cup of affliction, God as a wise physician so tempers his Providential ingredients in the cup of affliction, np1 p-acp dt j n1 av n2 po31 np1 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
237 as that indeed they shall do the work, Isa. 13. 9. Isa. 31. 2. Ch. 10. 16, 17, 18, 19. Jer. 4. 24, 25. I hope, London, God will doe thee good by this fiery Calamity, when thereby those may be removed, that spiritually are enemies to thy prosperity. I know in a common calamity the good may be removed, as that indeed they shall do the work, Isaiah 13. 9. Isaiah 31. 2. Christ 10. 16, 17, 18, 19. Jer. 4. 24, 25. I hope, London, God will do thee good by this fiery Calamity, when thereby those may be removed, that spiritually Are enemies to thy Prosperity. I know in a Common calamity the good may be removed, c-acp cst av pns32 vmb vdi dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vvb, np1, np1 vmb vdi pno21 j p-acp d j n1, c-crq av d vmb vbi vvn, cst av-j vbr n2 p-acp po21 n1. pns11 vvb p-acp dt j n1 dt j vmb vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
238 but it's the bad that indeed shall be destroyed. but it's the bad that indeed shall be destroyed. cc-acp pn31|vbz dt j cst av vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
239 I am apt to think that the work of God at present in this and other Nations, is to suffer those no longer to live in the world, that care not at all for living to the Creator of the World. Remember, Sirs, I am apt to think that the work of God At present in this and other nations, is to suffer those no longer to live in the world, that care not At all for living to the Creator of the World. remember, Sirs, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j p-acp d cc j-jn n2, vbz pc-acp vvi d av-dx av-jc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cst vvb xx p-acp d c-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. vvb, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
240 and I pray don't forget it, God will here maintain his own glory, either to the Sinners Conversion, or the Sinners Confusion. and I pray don't forget it, God will Here maintain his own glory, either to the Sinners Conversion, or the Sinners Confusion. cc pns11 vvb vdbx vvi pn31, np1 vmb av vvi po31 d n1, av-d p-acp dt n2 n1, cc dt n2 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
241 Thirdly, That thereby he may procure to his people safety. God works his peoples recovery out of sore troubles and miseries; Thirdly, That thereby he may procure to his people safety. God works his peoples recovery out of soar Troubles and misery's; ord, cst av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 n1. np1 vvz po31 ng1 n1 av pp-f j n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 17
242 and is so far from undoing them, as that others shall be undone, that they may not be undone. The same Cloud of Providence that hath darkness on the one, hath brightness on the other side. and is so Far from undoing them, as that Others shall be undone, that they may not be undone. The same Cloud of Providence that hath darkness on the one, hath brightness on the other side. cc vbz av av-j p-acp vvg pno32, c-acp d n2-jn vmb vbi vvn, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn. dt d n1 pp-f n1 cst vhz n1 p-acp dt crd, vhz n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 17
243 The showres that destroy the Caterpillars, refresh the dry and parched Gardens. When Egypt was punished, it was that Israel might be delivered. The showers that destroy the Caterpillars, refresh the dry and parched Gardens. When Egypt was punished, it was that Israel might be Delivered. dt n2 cst vvb dt n2, vvb dt j cc j-vvn n2. c-crq np1 vbds vvn, pn31 vbds d np1 vmd vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 17
244 See Isa. 51. two last verses. See Isaiah 51. two last Verses. n1 np1 crd crd ord n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 17
245 Ezek. 28. 23, 24. Nah. 1. ult. Gods people, though they have lived in sad times, Ezekiel 28. 23, 24. Nah. 1. ult. God's people, though they have lived in sad times, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd n1. npg1 n1, cs pns32 vhb vvn p-acp j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 17
246 yet have they found the result of those sad times to be for their advantage; yet have they found the result of those sad times to be for their advantage; av vhb pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f d j n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 18
247 and that God hath punished the Inhabitants of the earth, that they might not be so much harassed by them. and that God hath punished the Inhabitants of the earth, that they might not be so much harassed by them. cc cst np1 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmd xx vbi av av-d vvn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 18
248 God will bring his peoples settlements out of the greatest dissettlements, and will not think much to shake Heaven and Earth, that the desire of all flesh may come. God will bring his peoples settlements out of the greatest dissettlements, and will not think much to shake Heaven and Earth, that the desire of all Flesh may come. np1 vmb vvi po31 ng1 n2 av pp-f dt js n2, cc vmb xx vvi av-d pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 18
249 Lord, had not I been undone by this temporal-Fire, I should have been undone by eternal fire. I hope London, thou wilt esteem those that are Christians in sincerity, seeing such sore evils have befallen thee from the God of those Christians. The Fire that consumes the Dross, makes way for the Golds brightness. Lord, had not I been undone by this temporal-Fire, I should have been undone by Eternal fire. I hope London, thou wilt esteem those that Are Christians in sincerity, seeing such soar evils have befallen thee from the God of those Christians. The Fire that consumes the Dross, makes Way for the Golds brightness. n1, vhd xx pns11 vbn vvn p-acp d n1, pns11 vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp j n1. pns11 vvb np1, pns21 vm2 vvi d cst vbr np1 p-acp n1, vvg d j n2-jn vhb vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d np1. dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, vvz n1 p-acp dt n2 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 18
250 It was high time for the Egyptians to let the Israelites go, when they were upon the poynt of being utterly ruined and undone. It was high time for the egyptians to let the Israelites go, when they were upon the point of being utterly ruined and undone. pn31 vbds j n1 p-acp dt np1 pc-acp vvi dt np1 vvb, c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg av-j vvn cc vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 18
251 Fourthly, That there may be an acknowledgment of his own Glory; Fourthly, That there may be an acknowledgment of his own Glory; ord, cst a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
252 the glory of his greatness in destroying so much, and the glory of his goodness in destroying no more; the glory of his greatness in destroying so much, and the glory of his Goodness in destroying no more; dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg av av-d, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg dx dc; (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
253 the glory of his Majesty in dealing so severely, and the glory of his Mercy in dealing so favourably. the glory of his Majesty in dealing so severely, and the glory of his Mercy in dealing so favourably. dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg av av-j, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg av av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
254 Persons don't observe God in his ordinary proceedings of Judgment, and therefore he will be more than ordinary in his judicial proceedings, that he may be observed. Persons don't observe God in his ordinary proceedings of Judgement, and Therefore he will be more than ordinary in his judicial proceedings, that he may be observed. ng1 vdbx vvb n1 p-acp po31 j n2-vvg pp-f n1, cc av pns31 vmb vbi av-dc cs j p-acp po31 j n2-vvg, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
255 The Seas usual keeping its course don't engage persons admiration, as it's unexpected and unaccustomed Tydes. The Seas usual keeping its course don't engage Persons admiration, as it's unexpected and unaccustomed Tides. dt n2 j vvg po31 n1 vdbx vvi ng1 n1, c-acp pn31|vbz j cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
256 It's not the Fire in the Chimney, as on the House top, that makes persons to look about them. It's not the Fire in the Chimney, as on the House top, that makes Persons to look about them. pn31|vbz xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1, a-acp p-acp dt n1 n1, cst vvz n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
257 For two at a Mill, the one to be taken, and the other left! for two in the field, the one to be taken, and the other left! for several to be in a Family, For two At a Mill, the one to be taken, and the other left! for two in the field, the one to be taken, and the other left! for several to be in a Family, p-acp crd p-acp dt n1, dt pi pc-acp vbi vvn, cc dt j-jn vvn! p-acp crd p-acp dt n1, dt pi pc-acp vbi vvn, cc dt j-jn vvn! p-acp j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
258 and so many removed, and thee to be continued! for thousands to be taken away in a Fight, and thou to be spared! for so many thousand houses to be destroyed, and thine escape the flames rage and violence! and so many removed, and thee to be continued! for thousands to be taken away in a Fight, and thou to be spared! for so many thousand houses to be destroyed, and thine escape the flames rage and violence! cc av d vvn, cc pno21 p-acp vbi vvn! p-acp crd pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt vvi, cc pns21 pc-acp vbi vvn! p-acp av d crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc po21 n1 dt n2 n1 cc n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
259 God had power enough to destroy me and my house; and for both to be preserved! God had power enough to destroy me and my house; and for both to be preserved! np1 vhd n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pno11 cc po11 n1; cc p-acp d pc-acp vbi vvn! (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
260 There could not but be a more than ordinary observance of God in dealing so favourably with Zoar, when he dealt so severely with Sodom. For any of you, There could not but be a more than ordinary observance of God in dealing so favourably with Zoar, when he dealt so severely with Sodom. For any of you, pc-acp vmd xx p-acp vbi dt av-dc cs j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg av av-j p-acp vvb, c-crq pns31 vvd av av-j p-acp np1. p-acp d pp-f pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 19
261 and your houses to be as so many brands pluckt out of the burning. and your houses to be as so many brands plucked out of the burning. cc po22 n2 pc-acp vbi c-acp av d n2 vvd av pp-f dt j-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 19
262 when thousands are not only scorched, but consumed ▪ Who, oh ▪ who under more than ordinary experiences of mercy, can otherwise than observe God under more than ordinary proceedings of severity? Hath God destroyed a third part and more of the City by Fire? why that which remains, and all the Suburbs at the same time might have been destroyed. when thousands Are not only scorched, but consumed ▪ Who, o ▪ who under more than ordinary experiences of mercy, can otherwise than observe God under more than ordinary proceedings of severity? Hath God destroyed a third part and more of the city by Fire? why that which remains, and all the Suburbs At the same time might have been destroyed. c-crq crd vbr xx av-j vvn, cc-acp vvn ▪ q-crq, uh ▪ q-crq p-acp dc cs j n2 pp-f n1, vmb av cs vvi np1 p-acp dc cs j n2-vvg pp-f n1? vhz np1 vvn dt ord n1 cc dc pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1? uh-crq d r-crq vvz, cc d dt n2 p-acp dt d n1 vmd vhi vbn vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 19
263 Fifthly, That others may be warned by Gods severity. God would have his Judgments be advertisements; the Rod of Correction to be a Rod of Instruction; and every lush to be a lesson. We don't care for coming into that house, that still hath the sent of Fire. Fifthly, That Others may be warned by God's severity. God would have his Judgments be advertisements; the Rod of Correction to be a Rod of Instruction; and every lush to be a Lesson. We don't care for coming into that house, that still hath the sent of Fire. ord, cst n2-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1. np1 vmd vhi po31 n2 vbb n2; dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1; cc d j pc-acp vbi dt n1. pns12 vdbx vvb p-acp vvg p-acp d n1, cst av vhz dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
264 Punishments inflicted for sin, are often more disswasive from sin, than Gods commands on the one hand, Punishments inflicted for since, Are often more dissuasive from since, than God's commands on the one hand, np1 vvn p-acp n1, vbr av av-dc j p-acp n1, cs npg1 vvz p-acp dt crd n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
265 and his threatnings on the other hand. and his threatenings on the other hand. cc po31 n2-vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
266 It's usual for others to be punished, that Princes children may thereby be warned and reclaimed. It's usual for Others to be punished, that Princes children may thereby be warned and reclaimed. pn31|vbz j p-acp n2-jn pc-acp vbi vvn, cst ng1 n2 vmb av vbi vvn cc vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
267 God makes some Monuments of his severity, that thereby others may not be Practitioners of iniquity. What is it that God saith to others by Londons Constagration? Oh have a care of Londons abomination. If you partake of London, as to its sinning, you shall partake of London as to it's suffering. Remember'd Pet. 2. 6. God by this terrible sound of the Trumpet alarums others, that they may look about them. God makes Some Monuments of his severity, that thereby Others may not be Practitioners of iniquity. What is it that God Says to Others by Londons Conflagration? O have a care of Londons abomination. If you partake of London, as to its sinning, you shall partake of London as to it's suffering. Remembered Pet. 2. 6. God by this terrible found of the Trumpet alarms Others, that they may look about them. np1 vvz d n2 pp-f po31 n1, cst av ng2-jn vmb xx vbi n2 pp-f n1. q-crq vbz pn31 cst np1 vvz pc-acp n2-jn p-acp npg1 n1? uh vhi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. cs pn22 vvb pp-f np1, a-acp p-acp po31 vvg, pn22 vmb vvi pp-f np1 a-acp a-acp pn31|vbz n1. vvn np1 crd crd np1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 n2 n2-jn, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
268 God hath no small intendments of mercy to some, in his intendments of misery on others. God hath no small intendments of mercy to Some, in his intendments of misery on Others. np1 vhz dx j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d, p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
269 It's high time for me to remove my combustible matter, when my neighbours house is on Fire round about me. It's high time for me to remove my combustible matter, when my neighbours house is on Fire round about me. pn31|vbz j n1 p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi po11 j n1, c-crq po11 ng1 n1 vbz p-acp n1 av-j p-acp pno11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
270 If God hath made the City a Elaming Beacon, Oh see and fear, and do no more so wickedly. If God hath made the city a Elaming Beacon, O see and Fear, and do no more so wickedly. cs np1 vhz vvn dt n1 dt vvg n1, uh vvb cc n1, cc vdb dx av-dc av av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
271 Sixthly, That so a Nation may be reformed, & not meet with utter ruine and misery. God is so far from delighting in a Nations destruction, Sixthly, That so a nation may be reformed, & not meet with utter ruin and misery. God is so Far from delighting in a nations destruction, j, cst av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc xx vvi p-acp j vvi cc n1. np1 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 19
272 as that he comes again and again in a way of Judgment, in hopes of a timely amendment. God had rather see a Nation famous for Reformation, than that it should be famous for desolation. Gods greatest severities as to this are not severities, as that he comes again and again in a Way of Judgement, in hope's of a timely amendment. God had rather see a nation famous for Reformation, than that it should be famous for desolation. God's greatest severities as to this Are not severities, c-acp cst pns31 vvz av cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n2 pp-f dt j n1. np1 vhd av-c vvb dt n1 j p-acp n1, cs cst pn31 vmd vbi j p-acp n1. npg1 js n2 c-acp p-acp d vbr xx n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 20
273 when they are only preventive as to that severity, which is utter ruine and misery, Amos 4. 11. 12. Jer. 6. 29, 30. Ezek. 24. 6, 7. It's true, when they Are only preventive as to that severity, which is utter ruin and misery, Amos 4. 11. 12. Jer. 6. 29, 30. Ezekiel 24. 6, 7. It's true, c-crq pns32 vbr av-j j c-acp p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz j n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd pn31|vbz j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 20
274 and alas, who will not acknowledge that God hath dealt severely with London? and yet herein he deals not severely, in that he may not deal more severely. Who knows but that Londons destruction improved, may keep off Englands total desolation? God comes with the Plague, and that don't work; and alas, who will not acknowledge that God hath dealt severely with London? and yet herein he deals not severely, in that he may not deal more severely. Who knows but that Londons destruction improved, may keep off Englands total desolation? God comes with the Plague, and that don't work; cc uh, q-crq vmb xx vvi cst np1 vhz vvn av-j p-acp np1? cc av av pns31 vvz xx av-j, p-acp cst pns31 vmb xx vvi dc av-j. r-crq vvz p-acp d npg1 n1 vvn, vmb vvi a-acp npg1 j n1? np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc cst vdbx vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 20
275 God comes with the Sword, & that don't work; God comes with the Sword, & that don't work; np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc cst vdbx vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 20
276 at last he comes with a Fiery Judgment, that so he may not come with this, London adieu, and England Farewel, thy house is left desolate unto thee, At last he comes with a Fiery Judgement, that so he may not come with this, London adieu, and England Farewell, thy house is left desolate unto thee, p-acp ord pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, cst av pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp d, np1 n1, cc np1 n1, po21 n1 vbz vvn j p-acp pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 20
277 and thou art left desolate without an house. and thou art left desolate without an house. cc pns21 vb2r vvn j p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 20
278 Remember, that this Fiery Rod on thy back, is only that the rope thereby may be kept from thy neck. We complain of bad times; remember, that this Fiery Rod on thy back, is only that the rope thereby may be kept from thy neck. We complain of bad times; np1, cst d j n1 p-acp po21 av, vbz j cst dt n1 av vmb vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1. pns12 vvb pp-f j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 20
279 and why are the times so bad, but that if possibly the times may not be worse? How many would have been undone to all Eternity, if they had not been undone on this side Eternity! and why Are the times so bad, but that if possibly the times may not be Worse? How many would have been undone to all Eternity, if they had not been undone on this side Eternity! cc q-crq vbr dt n2 av j, cc-acp cst cs av-j dt n2 vmb xx vbi av-jc? c-crq d vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp d n1, cs pns32 vhd xx vbn vvn p-acp d n1 n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 20
280 Thus much as to this Doctrinal consideration, wherein hath been shewed what Gods Judgments are, what commonly are the times of Gods Judgments, Thus much as to this Doctrinal consideration, wherein hath been showed what God's Judgments Are, what commonly Are the times of God's Judgments, av av-d c-acp p-acp d j n1, c-crq vhz vbn vvn r-crq n2 n2 vbr, r-crq av-j vbr dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 20
281 and what the reasons, why God is so much in those Judgments. We come now to the improvement of it by way of Application. Application. and what the Reasons, why God is so much in those Judgments. We come now to the improvement of it by Way of Application. Application. cc q-crq dt n2, c-crq np1 vbz av av-d p-acp d n2. pns12 vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 20
282 Is God more than ordinary somtimes in his Judgments upon a Nation and City? then I observe for Information, Is God more than ordinary sometimes in his Judgments upon a nation and city? then I observe for Information, vbz np1 av-dc cs j av p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1? cs pns11 vvb p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 20
283 First, That God is not an approver of sin in a Nation. First, That God is not an approver of since in a nation. ord, cst np1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
284 A Nation may be guilty of many abominations, but none of all those abominations have Gods approbation. I, there may be, A nation may be guilty of many abominations, but none of all those abominations have God's approbation. I, there may be, dt n1 vmb vbi j pp-f d n2, p-acp pix pp-f d d n2 vhb n2 n1. pns11, pc-acp vmb vbi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
285 and is, wickedness, loosness, and profaneness; there may be, and is, hypocrisie, formality, and Apostasie; and they that think God is taken with these, are much mistaken as to God. and is, wickedness, looseness, and profaneness; there may be, and is, hypocrisy, formality, and Apostasy; and they that think God is taken with these, Are much mistaken as to God. cc vbz, n1, n1, cc n1; a-acp vmb vbi, cc vbz, n1, n1, cc n1; cc pns32 cst vvb np1 vbz vvn p-acp d, vbr d vvn c-acp p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
286 Those Judgments inflicted by God upon a Nation, are sufficient evidences of his not approving sin in a Nation. Those Judgments inflicted by God upon a nation, Are sufficient evidences of his not approving since in a nation. d n2 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, vbr j n2 pp-f po31 xx vvg n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 21
287 Hab. 1. 13. And canst not look on iniquity. Hab. 1. 13. And Canst not look on iniquity. np1 crd crd cc vm2 xx vvi p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 21
288 Jer. 5. 29. Jer. 7. 18, 19, 20. You know the Father brings the child under the Rod, Jer. 5. 29. Jer. 7. 18, 19, 20. You know the Father brings the child under the Rod, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd pn22 vvb dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 21
289 because he delights not in the childs wallowing in the mire. Because he delights not in the child's wallowing in the mire. c-acp pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt ng1 vvg p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 21
290 Why is so much evil brought upon London, but that God abhors the evil so much committed in London? It would be hard measure for a poor place to lye under so many miseries, the Plague, the Sword, Deadness of Trade, want of imployment, and lastly, this dreadful Judgment of Fire, if all this while God was delighted with its sins. Why is so much evil brought upon London, but that God abhors the evil so much committed in London? It would be hard measure for a poor place to lie under so many misery's, the Plague, the Sword, Deadness of Trade, want of employment, and lastly, this dreadful Judgement of Fire, if all this while God was delighted with its Sins. q-crq vbz av d n-jn vvn p-acp np1, p-acp cst np1 vvz dt n-jn av av-d vvn p-acp np1? pn31 vmd vbi j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av d n2, dt n1, dt n1, n1 pp-f n1, vvb pp-f n1, cc ord, d j n1 pp-f n1, cs d d cs np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 21
291 I dare say the greatest quarrel God hath with this Nation is because of its abomination. I Dare say the greatest quarrel God hath with this nation is Because of its abomination. pns11 vvb vvi dt js n1 np1 vhz p-acp d n1 vbz p-acp pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 21
292 Secondly, God then is of an unlimited Power in his proceedings of Judgment. Secondly, God then is of an unlimited Power in his proceedings of Judgement. ord, np1 av vbz pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2-vvg pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 21
293 Judgments upon a Nation are not so few, but they may be more; and they are not so severe, but they may be more severe. God hath been and is still at work, Judgments upon a nation Are not so few, but they may be more; and they Are not so severe, but they may be more severe. God hath been and is still At work, n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr xx av d, p-acp pns32 vmb vbi av-dc; cc pns32 vbr xx av j, p-acp pns32 vmb vbi av-dc j. np1 vhz vbn cc vbz av p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 21
294 as to eminent and remarkable Judgments; as to eminent and remarkable Judgments; c-acp p-acp j cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 21
295 and if we think he is now at a loss as to more Judgments, we shall find that God will find more Judgments for us. and if we think he is now At a loss as to more Judgments, we shall find that God will find more Judgments for us. cc cs pns12 vvb pns31 vbz av p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp dc n2, pns12 vmb vvi cst np1 vmb vvi dc n2 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 21
296 Time was that we thought all was well with us, and Oh how sore Judgments have overtaken us! Time was that we Thought all was well with us, and O how soar Judgments have overtaken us! n1 vbds cst pns12 vvd d vbds av p-acp pno12, cc uh c-crq av-j n2 vhb vvn pno12! (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 21
297 and if we think that God hath now done with us, he hath power enough utterly to ruine and undoe us, Levit. 20. 27, 28. Ezek. 15. 7. They shall go from one Fire, and if we think that God hath now done with us, he hath power enough utterly to ruin and undo us, Levit. 20. 27, 28. Ezekiel 15. 7. They shall go from one Fire, cc cs pns12 vvb cst np1 vhz av vdn p-acp pno12, pns31 vhz n1 av-d av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi p-acp crd n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 21
298 and another fire shall devour them. and Another fire shall devour them. cc j-jn n1 vmb vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 21
299 Oh how easily did God encrease Judgments upon Pharaoh, when Pharaoh encreased his sin against God! Who would not fear thee O thou King of Kings, who if thou wilt canst soon turn Judgments into mercy, and as soon canst turn our present sore Judgments into greater. O how Easily did God increase Judgments upon Pharaoh, when Pharaoh increased his since against God! Who would not Fear thee Oh thou King of Kings, who if thou wilt Canst soon turn Judgments into mercy, and as soon Canst turn our present soar Judgments into greater. uh c-crq av-j vdd np1 vvi n2 p-acp np1, c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1 r-crq vmd xx vvi pno21 uh pns21 n1 pp-f n2, r-crq cs pns21 vm2 vm2 av vvb n2 p-acp n1, cc c-acp av vm2 vvb po12 j j n2 p-acp jc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 21
300 If London continue its iniquity, I dread to think what will befall it, notwithstanding what already hath overtaken it. If London continue its iniquity, I dread to think what will befall it, notwithstanding what already hath overtaken it. cs np1 vvb po31 n1, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb vvi pn31, p-acp r-crq av vhz vvn pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 21
301 You may, and oh who knows how soon you may lose your lives by another, as you have lost your houses and •states by this Judgment? You may, and o who knows how soon you may loose your lives by Another, as you have lost your houses and •states by this Judgement? pn22 vmb, cc uh r-crq vvz c-crq av pn22 vmb vvi po22 vvz p-acp n-jn, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 22
302 Thirdly, Sin then is a Nations greatest enemy. You can't express your selves sins friend, but you will find it your foe. It's impossible a Nations Interest should be established, let its Superstructure be what it will, Thirdly, since then is a nations greatest enemy. You can't express your selves Sins friend, but you will find it your foe. It's impossible a nations Interest should be established, let its Superstructure be what it will, ord, n1 av vbz dt n2 js n1. pn22 vmb|pn31 vvi po22 n2 n2 n1, p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pn31 po22 n1. pn31|vbz j dt ng1 n1 vmd vbi vvn, vvb po31 n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 22
303 as long as there is sin for it's Foundation. as long as there is since for it's Foundation. c-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pn31|vbz n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 22
304 Though thou build thy Wall as high as Heaven, said the Oracle to Phocas, yet sin that lyes at the Foundation will one day overturn them. Though thou built thy Wall as high as Heaven, said the Oracle to Phocas, yet since that lies At the Foundation will one day overturn them. cs pns21 vvb po21 n1 c-acp j c-acp n1, vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, av n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 vmb crd n1 vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 22
305 Have we been Christians? and are we still under the Sword without, and the Plague within? it's because of sin. Have we been Christians? and Are we still under the Sword without, and the Plague within? it's Because of since. vhb pns12 vbn njpg2? cc vbr pns12 av p-acp dt n1 p-acp, cc dt vvb p-acp? pn31|vbz p-acp pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 22
306 Do we live in sad and miserable times? it's because of sin. Do we live in sad and miserable times? it's Because of since. vdb pns12 vvi p-acp j cc j n2? pn31|vbz p-acp pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 22
307 Is the City ruined? the Foundations thereof discovered? and the Streets desolate, without Inhabitants and houses? it's because of sin, Is the city ruined? the Foundations thereof discovered? and the Streets desolate, without Inhabitants and houses? it's Because of since, vbz dt n1 vvn? dt n2 av vvn? cc dt n2 j, p-acp n2 cc n2? pn31|vbz p-acp pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 22
308 and therefore oh how great an enemy! and Therefore o how great an enemy! cc av uh q-crq j dt n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 22
309 Jer. 30. 15. Jer. 21. 12, 13, 14. Isa, 9. 18, 19. If we think to procure a Nations happiness by our wickedness, we take the ready way for a Nations wretchedness. Oh London, thy greatest Enemies have been within, though too too many without favour thy ruine. Jer. 30. 15. Jer. 21. 12, 13, 14. Isaiah, 9. 18, 19. If we think to procure a nations happiness by our wickedness, we take the ready Way for a nations wretchedness. O London, thy greatest Enemies have been within, though too too many without favour thy ruin. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1, crd crd, crd cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n2 n1 p-acp po12 n1, pns12 vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 n1. uh np1, po21 js n2 vhb vbn p-acp, c-acp av av d p-acp vvb po21 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 22
310 Fourthly, Security then is no wayes becoming a Nation. Fourthly, Security then is no ways becoming a nation. ord, n1 cs vbz dx n2 vvg dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 22
311 Security may be a Nations temper, but it's one of the Nations greatest distempers. Ah Christians, is it for you with the old worldlings to put off the evil day, Security may be a nations temper, but it's one of the nations greatest distempers. Ah Christians, is it for you with the old worldlings to put off the evil day, n1 vmb vbi dt n2 n1, p-acp pn31|vbz crd pp-f dt n2 js n2. uh np1, vbz pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 22
312 when you know not how soon you may be under a deluge of misery? Is it for you with Agag to say, The bitterness of death is past, when on a sudden you may be hew'n in pieces, when you know not how soon you may be under a deluge of misery? Is it for you with Agag to say, The bitterness of death is past, when on a sudden you may be hewn in Pieces, c-crq pn22 vvb xx c-crq av pn22 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? vbz pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, c-crq p-acp dt j pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 22
313 and Butchered? Is it for you with him in the Gospel to say, Soul take thine ease, thou hast goods laid up for many years; and Butchered? Is it for you with him in the Gospel to say, Soul take thine ease, thou hast goods laid up for many Years; cc vvn? vbz pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, n1 vvb po21 n1, pns21 vh2 n2-j vvn a-acp p-acp d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 22
314 when alas, the Fire already hath destroyed thy house and goods, and thou knowest not how soon a bloody knife may be put to thy throat? Oh the remembrance of Gods more then ordinary proceedings of Judgement is not to be attended with groundless promisings of what not to our selves, Ezek. 15. 7. Neh. 3. 13, 15. Oh you suffering Christians, I beseech you, stand to your watch, when too too many watch that you may not stand. when alas, the Fire already hath destroyed thy house and goods, and thou Knowest not how soon a bloody knife may be put to thy throat? O the remembrance of God's more then ordinary proceedings of Judgement is not to be attended with groundless promisings of what not to our selves, Ezekiel 15. 7. Neh 3. 13, 15. O you suffering Christians, I beseech you, stand to your watch, when too too many watch that you may not stand. c-crq uh, dt n1 av vhz vvn po21 n1 cc n2-j, cc pns21 vv2 xx c-crq av dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1? uh dt n1 pp-f ng1 av-dc cs j n2-vvg pp-f n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2-vvg pp-f r-crq xx p-acp po12 n2, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd uh pn22 n1 np1, pns11 vvb pn22, vvb p-acp po22 vvi, c-crq av av d vvb cst pn22 vmb xx vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 23
315 The Lord keep this poor Nation, and us in it, from a spirit of security, as being never less secure then when most secure, Ezek. 39. 6. The Lord keep this poor nation, and us in it, from a Spirit of security, as being never less secure then when most secure, Ezekiel 39. 6. dt n1 vvb d j n1, cc pno12 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vbg av-x dc j av c-crq ds j, np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 23
316 Fifthly, The vanity of all Creature confidences. Fifthly, The vanity of all Creature confidences. ord, dt n1 pp-f d n1 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 23
317 Alas we are apt to lay our selves at their feet, who when God comes in a way of Judgment, can't be a place of safety and refuge to us. Alas we Are apt to lay our selves At their feet, who when God comes in a Way of Judgement, can't be a place of safety and refuge to us. uh pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq c-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb|pn31 vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 23
318 I, thou wilt have the world, come of it what it will; I, thou wilt have the world, come of it what it will; pns11, pns21 vm2 vhi dt n1, vvb pp-f pn31 q-crq pn31 vmb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 23
319 and when all comes to all, what is it able to doe for thee? Thy house can't secure thee against an Arrest from heaven, thy riches can't priviledge thee against the prison of affliction, and when all comes to all, what is it able to do for thee? Thy house can't secure thee against an Arrest from heaven, thy riches can't privilege thee against the prison of affliction, cc c-crq d vvz p-acp d, r-crq vbz pn31 j pc-acp vdi p-acp pno21? po21 n1 vmb|pn31 vvi pno21 p-acp dt vvb p-acp n1, po21 n2 vmb|pn31 vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 23
320 and the worlds best Cordials and prescription can't keep thee from a bed of languishing, Jer. 47. 13, 14. Zeph. 1. 18. Jer. 51, 58. How many in the enjoyment of all have found troubles overtaking them, and the world's best Cordials and prescription can't keep thee from a Bed of languishing, Jer. 47. 13, 14. Zephaniah 1. 18. Jer. 51, 58. How many in the enjoyment of all have found Troubles overtaking them, cc dt ng1 js n2 cc n1 vmb|pn31 vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd, crd c-crq d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vhb vvn n2 vvg pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 23
321 and none of all those enjoyments could or have kept those troubles from them. and none of all those enjoyments could or have kept those Troubles from them. cc pix pp-f d d n2 vmd cc vhb vvn d n2 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 23
322 Alas, Christians, what are become of your Houses, Shops, Goods, Estates and Warehouses, when you could not keep them from being destroyed, Alas, Christians, what Are become of your Houses, Shops, Goods, Estates and Warehouses, when you could not keep them from being destroyed, np1, np1, r-crq vbr vvn pp-f po22 n2, n2, n2-j, n2 cc n2, c-crq pn22 vmd xx vvi pno32 p-acp vbg vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 23
323 and they could not keep your houses from being consumed. and they could not keep your houses from being consumed. cc pns32 vmd xx vvi po22 n2 p-acp vbg vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 23
324 Forbear O my Soul, endeavouring after that which never succoured thee less, then when thou stood'st most in need of being succoured. Forbear Oh my Soul, endeavouring After that which never succored thee less, then when thou stoodst most in need of being succored. vvb uh po11 n1, vvg p-acp d r-crq av-x vvd pno21 av-dc, cs c-crq pns21 vvd2 av-ds p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 23
325 It's enough, O my God, that the world hath been desired so much, and thy self so little, when it's not the world, but thy self that is most to be desired. It's enough, Oh my God, that the world hath been desired so much, and thy self so little, when it's not the world, but thy self that is most to be desired. pn31|vbz d, uh po11 np1, cst dt n1 vhz vbn vvn av av-d, cc po21 n1 av j, c-crq pn31|vbz xx dt n1, p-acp po21 n1 cst vbz av-ds pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 23
326 Sixthly, Gracious Souls are persons of more esteem then commonly esteemed. There are none more trodden under feet then believers ▪ and there are none more prevailing with God for the keeping off and removall of Judgements then believers. Who diverted the fierce anger of the Lord from breaking in upon Israel, but Moses? Who stayed the Plague from raging amongst the people, Sixthly, Gracious Souls Are Persons of more esteem then commonly esteemed. There Are none more trodden under feet then believers ▪ and there Are none more prevailing with God for the keeping off and removal of Judgments then believers. Who diverted the fierce anger of the Lord from breaking in upon Israel, but Moses? Who stayed the Plague from raging among the people, j, j n2 vbr n2 pp-f dc n1 av av-j vvn. pc-acp vbr pix av-dc vvn p-acp n2 cs n2 ▪ cc pc-acp vbr pix av-dc j-vvg p-acp np1 p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp cc n1 pp-f n2 cs n2. r-crq vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp p-acp np1, p-acp np1? r-crq vvd dt vvb p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 23
327 but Aaron? Who prevailed with God for the clouds to empty themselves into showers in the time of drought, but Aaron? Who prevailed with God for the Clouds to empty themselves into showers in the time of drought, cc-acp np1? r-crq vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 24
328 but Elias? Who kept the Fire from Jacob; that thereby he might not be destroyed when he was small, but Elias? Who kept the Fire from Jacob; that thereby he might not be destroyed when he was small, cc-acp np1? r-crq vvd dt n1 p-acp np1; cst av pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn c-crq pns31 vbds j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 24
329 but Amos? Amos 7. 4, 5. Jam. 5. 17, 18. Jer. 15. 1, 2. Job 42. 8. Godliness was never yet an hinderance to a Nation, but Amos? Amos 7. 4, 5. Jam. 5. 17, 18. Jer. 15. 1, 2. Job 42. 8. Godliness was never yet an hindrance to a nation, cc-acp np1? np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd n1 vbds av-x av dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 24
330 though many have been the hinderancers of the Godly in a Nation. though many have been the hinderancers of the Godly in a nation. cs d vhb vbn dt n2 pp-f dt j p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 24
331 A few more persons of the same size with Lot as to Godliness would have kept Sodom from being entombed in it's own ashes. I believe that God was in no place more owned and acknowledged then in the late City; A few more Persons of the same size with Lot as to Godliness would have kept Sodom from being entombed in it's own Ashes. I believe that God was in no place more owned and acknowledged then in the late city; dt d av-dc n2 pp-f dt d n1 p-acp n1 a-acp p-acp n1 vmd vhi vvn np1 p-acp vbg vvn p-acp pn31|vbz d n2. pns11 vvb cst np1 vbds p-acp dx n1 av-dc j-vvn cc vvd av p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 24
332 and therefore how great must needs be it's provocation, when their Relation unto, and all their interest with God could not keep off it's ruine and desolation! The best counsel that can be given to a Nation, is to countenance those who have the greatest interest with God in his Judgements upon a Nation. and Therefore how great must needs be it's provocation, when their Relation unto, and all their Interest with God could not keep off it's ruin and desolation! The best counsel that can be given to a nation, is to countenance those who have the greatest Interest with God in his Judgments upon a nation. cc av c-crq j vmb av vbi pn31|vbz n1, c-crq po32 n1 p-acp, cc d po32 n1 p-acp np1 vmd xx vvi a-acp pn31|vbz n1 cc n1! dt js n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi d r-crq vhb dt js n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 24
333 Oh England, England, wert thou not more beholding to a Company of upright and Sincere Christians then thy prophane and debauched sinners; O England, England, Wertenberg thou not more beholding to a Company of upright and Sincere Christians then thy profane and debauched Sinners; uh np1, np1, vbd2r pns21 xx av-dc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f av-j cc j np1 av po21 j cc j-vvn n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 24
334 thou wouldest have been long ere this a Sodom, and like unto Gomorrah. thou Wouldst have been long ere this a Sodom, and like unto Gomorrah. pns21 vmd2 vhi vbn j p-acp d dt np1, cc av-j p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 24
335 The second improvement of this doctrine shall be by way of consolation, to those who are sufferers through this sore Judgement of Fire upon their houses. The second improvement of this Doctrine shall be by Way of consolation, to those who Are sufferers through this soar Judgement of Fire upon their houses. dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d r-crq vbr n2 p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 24
336 And indeed who stand most in need of comforts, if not those who are without their comforts? But, And indeed who stand most in need of comforts, if not those who Are without their comforts? But, cc av q-crq vvb av-ds p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cs xx d r-crq vbr p-acp po32 n2? p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 24
337 alas, suffering Souls, how shall I speak to you, or wherewithall shall I comfort you for this sore affliction that is laid upon you? My hearts desire for you all is and shall be, that God would answer your desire, alas, suffering Souls, how shall I speak to you, or wherewithal shall I Comfort you for this soar affliction that is laid upon you? My hearts desire for you all is and shall be, that God would answer your desire, uh, vvg n2, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp pn22, cc c-crq vmb pns11 vvi pn22 p-acp d j n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn22? po11 n2 vvb p-acp pn22 d vbz cc vmb vbi, cst np1 vmd vvi po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 24
338 and in his own time make up all your loss in the midst of all your sufferings ▪ This cannot but be the result of my bowels yerning with Compassion towards you. and in his own time make up all your loss in the midst of all your sufferings ▪ This cannot but be the result of my bowels yearning with Compassion towards you. cc p-acp po31 d n1 vvi a-acp d po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po22 n2 ▪ d vmbx cc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po11 n2 vvg p-acp n1 p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 24
339 But yet more particularly by way of Comfort, I would leave these things with you, as so many Cordials to your swooning Spirits. But yet more particularly by Way of Comfort, I would leave these things with you, as so many Cordials to your swooning Spirits. p-acp av av-dc av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmd vvi d n2 p-acp pn22, c-acp av d n2 p-acp po22 vvg n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 24
340 First, Hath God removed from you the worlds comforts? it may be, it's made up with heavens comforts The meanness of the ground without is made up with the richness of the Myne within ▪ The meanness of a Christians outward condition is made up with the richness of a Christians inward condition; First, Hath God removed from you the world's comforts? it may be, it's made up with heavens comforts The meanness of the ground without is made up with the richness of the Mine within ▪ The meanness of a Christians outward condition is made up with the richness of a Christians inward condition; ord, vhz np1 vvn p-acp pn22 dt n2 n2? pn31 vmb vbi, pn31|vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n2 n2 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt png11 p-acp ▪ dt n1 pp-f dt njpg2 j n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njpg2 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 17
341 Col. 4. 16. And therefore see Ch. 1. of the said Epistle, 5. v. It's not unusuall with God to smile upon his with a piece of brown bread, Col. 4. 16. And Therefore see Christ 1. of the said Epistle, 5. v. It's not unusual with God to smile upon his with a piece of brown bred, np1 crd crd cc av vvb np1 crd pp-f dt j-vvn n1, crd n1 pn31|vbz xx j p-acp np1 p-acp vvb p-acp png31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 17
342 when he frowns upon others in enjoying their choisest dainties. when he frowns upon Others in enjoying their Choicest dainties. c-crq pns31 n2 p-acp n2-jn p-acp vvg po32 js n2-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 17
343 Well then, thou art now none of the worlds honoured ones, but thou art heavens beloved one; Well then, thou art now none of the world's honoured ones, but thou art heavens Beloved one; uh-av av, pns21 vb2r av pix pp-f dt ng1 vvn pi2, cc-acp pns21 vb2r ng1 j-vvn crd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 17
344 there are crosses without, but there are comforts within; there Are Crosses without, but there Are comforts within; a-acp vbr n2 p-acp, cc-acp pc-acp vbr n2 p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 17
345 God denies thee the pleasures of Egypt, but he feeds thee with milk and honey of Canaan. I hope it the some ▪ and the Lord grant that all of you may know experimentally, God Denies thee the pleasures of Egypt, but he feeds thee with milk and honey of Canaan. I hope it the Some ▪ and the Lord grant that all of you may know experimentally, np1 vvz pno21 dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp pns31 vvz pno21 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. pns11 vvb pn31 dt d ▪ cc dt n1 vvb cst d pp-f pn22 vmb vvi av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 17
346 how to reconcile that seeming contradiction of outward poverty and inward plenty, outward sufferrings and inward solacing. A Silken Soul under thredbare clothes is better then a thredbare Saul under Silken garments. It's enough surely, Friend, that there is comfort within, how to reconcile that seeming contradiction of outward poverty and inward plenty, outward sufferings and inward solacing. A Silken Soul under threadbare clothes is better then a threadbare Saul under Silken garments. It's enough surely, Friend, that there is Comfort within, c-crq pc-acp vvi d j-vvg n1 pp-f j n1 cc j n1, j n2 cc av-j vvg. dt j n1 p-acp j n2 vbz jc cs dt j np1 p-acp j n2. pn31|vbz d av-j, n1, cst pc-acp vbz n1 a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 17
347 though there are not comforts without. though there Are not comforts without. cs pc-acp vbr xx n2 p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 17
348 Secondly, Hath God destroyed thy house, and taken away thy comforts and enjoyments, why he hath left still some of thy enjoyments and comfort. The mother won't alwayes give to her babe the breasts to the full, but yet to it's wants. Secondly, Hath God destroyed thy house, and taken away thy comforts and enjoyments, why he hath left still Some of thy enjoyments and Comfort. The mother won't always give to her babe the breasts to the full, but yet to it's Wants. ord, vhz np1 vvn po21 n1, cc vvn av po21 n2 cc n2, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn av d pp-f po21 n2 cc n1. dt n1 vmbx av vvi p-acp po31 n1 dt n2 p-acp dt j, p-acp av p-acp pn31|vbz n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 17
349 I, thou art a childe, and what is thy desire? Lord, let such a mercy continue to me; I, thou art a child, and what is thy desire? Lord, let such a mercy continue to me; pns11, pns21 vb2r dt n1, cc r-crq vbz po21 n1? n1, vvb d dt n1 vvb p-acp pno11; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 17
350 but what faith God, a great deale less will serve thy turne, and that thou shalt not be without. but what faith God, a great deal less will serve thy turn, and that thou shalt not be without. cc-acp q-crq n1 np1, dt j n1 dc vmb vvi po21 vvi, cc cst pns21 vm2 xx vbi p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 17
351 God it may be don't proportion mercy to thy petition, but still to thy condition, Math. 6. 30. Well then, thou hast had such and such mercies, God it may be don't proportion mercy to thy petition, but still to thy condition, Math. 6. 30. Well then, thou hast had such and such Mercies, np1 pn31 vmb vbi vdbx n1 n1 p-acp po21 vvb, p-acp av p-acp po21 n1, np1 crd crd uh-av av, pns21 vh2 vhd d cc d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 17
352 and they are gone, and what dost thou want? Is it daily bread? he gives it food and rayment? he gives and continues it; and they Are gone, and what dost thou want? Is it daily bred? he gives it food and raiment? he gives and continues it; cc pns32 vbr vvn, cc q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi? vbz pn31 av-j n1? pns31 vvz pn31 n1 cc n1? pns31 vvz cc vvz pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 17
353 in it what may serves thy turne? Why still he continues it. in it what may serves thy turn? Why still he continues it. p-acp pn31 r-crq np1 vvz po21 vvi? q-crq av pns31 vvz pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 17
354 I, God hath removed thy superfluities, but still he continues thy necessaries. Thou hast still thy daily food and drink, I, God hath removed thy superfluities, but still he continues thy necessaries. Thou hast still thy daily food and drink, pns11, np1 vhz vvn po21 n2, p-acp av pns31 vvz po21 n2-j. pns21 vh2 av po21 j n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 26
355 though thou art not served on thy Silver plates, and with thy Silver bowles. I suppose, Christians, you may doe well enough without those bespotted faces, perriwigg'd heads, long trayling gowns, and those silken garments; these were but superfluities, and God hath continued thy necessaries. though thou art not served on thy Silver Plataea, and with thy Silver bowls. I suppose, Christians, you may do well enough without those bespotted faces, perriwigged Heads, long trailing gowns, and those silken garments; these were but superfluities, and God hath continued thy necessaries. cs pns21 vb2r xx vvn p-acp po21 n1 n2, cc p-acp po21 n1 n2. pns11 vvb, np1, pn22 vmb vdi av av-d p-acp d vvn n2, vvn n2, av-j j-vvg n2, cc d j n2; d vbdr cc-acp n2, cc np1 vhz vvn po21 n2-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 26
356 Thirdly, Hath God taken away your enjoyments and houses? why he gives you content in the want of enjoyments. God takes care that you shall not be without contentation in the removall of the worlds full accommodation, Phil. 4. 11. The little bird sings as pleasantly in gathering here and there a corn, Thirdly, Hath God taken away your enjoyments and houses? why he gives you content in the want of enjoyments. God Takes care that you shall not be without contentation in the removal of the world's full accommodation, Philip 4. 11. The little bird sings as pleasantly in gathering Here and there a corn, ord, vhz np1 vvn av po22 n2 cc n2? c-crq pns31 vvz pn22 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. np1 vvz n1 cst pn22 vmb xx vbi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 j n1, np1 crd crd dt j n1 vvz a-acp av-j p-acp vvg av cc a-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 26
357 as others that are fed to the full. as Others that Are fed to the full. c-acp n2-jn cst vbr vvn p-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 26
358 I dare say, the Christian blesses God as heartily at the meanest board, and coursest commons, as the greatest Epicure at his full Cups, curions dishes, and downy beds. Doth God remove mercies from me? I am content. I Dare say, the Christian Blesses God as heartily At the Meanest board, and Coursest commons, as the greatest Epicure At his full Cups, curious Dishes, and downy Beds. Does God remove Mercies from me? I am content. pns11 vvb vvi, dt njp vvz np1 c-acp av-j p-acp dt js n1, cc vv2 n2, p-acp dt js n1 p-acp po31 j n2, j n2, cc j n2. vdz n1 vvi n2 p-acp pno11? pns11 vbm j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 26
359 Doth God lay miseries on me? I am content. Does God lay misery's on me? I am content. vdz np1 vvi n2 p-acp pno11? pns11 vbm j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 26
360 Doth God feed me with the crumbs that fall from others table? I am content, Job 1. 21. I pray which is better, to have a large Estate to an unsatisfied mind, Does God feed me with the crumbs that fallen from Others table? I am content, Job 1. 21. I pray which is better, to have a large Estate to an unsatisfied mind, vdz np1 vvi pno11 p-acp dt n2 cst vvb p-acp ng2-jn n1? pns11 vbm j, n1 crd crd pns11 vvb r-crq vbz av-jc, pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 26
361 or a satisfied minde to a mean Estate? Oh it's a great deal better to want enjoyments, and to have contentment, then to want contentment in the greatest enjoyments. or a satisfied mind to a mean Estate? O it's a great deal better to want enjoyments, and to have contentment, then to want contentment in the greatest enjoyments. cc dt j-vvn n1 p-acp dt j n1? uh pn31|vbz dt j n1 av-jc pc-acp vvi n2, cc pc-acp vhi n1, av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt js n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 26
362 Fourthly, Hath God destroyed thy house, and taken away thy enjoyments? for all that he will take the care of thee. Fourthly, Hath God destroyed thy house, and taken away thy enjoyments? for all that he will take the care of thee. ord, vhz np1 vvn po21 n1, cc vvn av po21 n2? p-acp d cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 26
363 When is the mothers care drawn out towards the child, but when it wants those mercies which it had before? God will find out some way or other to relieve thee, When is the mother's care drawn out towards the child, but when it Wants those Mercies which it had before? God will find out Some Way or other to relieve thee, q-crq vbz dt ng1 n1 vvn av p-acp dt n1, cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvz d n2 r-crq pn31 vhd p-acp? np1 vmb vvi av d n1 cc n-jn p-acp vvb pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 26
364 though he don't see good bountifully to supply thee. though he don't see good bountifully to supply thee. cs pns31 vdbx vvi j av-j p-acp vvb pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 26
365 Piety hath had too too much of the worlds enmity, yet still God hath provided some or other to relieve her in her greatest Indigency. God hath his daughter of Pharaoh for his Moses in the water, his Ebadmilechs for his Jeremiahs in the dungeon, his Onesipherasses for his Paul & his distressed Saints and servants, Piety hath had too too much of the world's enmity, yet still God hath provided Some or other to relieve her in her greatest Indigency. God hath his daughter of Pharaoh for his Moses in the water, his Ebadmilechs for his Jeremiah's in the dungeon, his Onesipherasses for his Paul & his distressed Saints and Servants, n1 vhz vhn av av d pp-f dt ng1 n1, av av np1 vhz vvn d cc n-jn p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp po31 js n1. np1 vhz po31 n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 np1 p-acp dt n1, po31 n2 p-acp po31 njp2 p-acp dt n1, po31 n2 p-acp po31 np1 cc po31 j-vvn n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 27
366 and his Zoars for his Lots in Sodom. See Davids expression Psal. 23. 1. and let it be your comfort in the lowest condition. and his Zoars for his Lots in Sodom. See Davids expression Psalm 23. 1. and let it be your Comfort in the lowest condition. cc po31 vvz p-acp po31 npg1 p-acp np1. vvb np1 n1 np1 crd crd cc vvb pn31 vbi po22 n1 p-acp dt js n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 27
367 If this be not enough, why remember the Apostles exhortation, suitable enough to your condition, 1 Peter 1. 7. Casting all your care upon him, for he careth for you. If this be not enough, why Remember the Apostles exhortation, suitable enough to your condition, 1 Peter 1. 7. Casting all your care upon him, for he Careth for you. cs d vbb xx av-d, q-crq vvb dt n2 n1, j av-d p-acp po22 n1, crd np1 crd crd vvg d po22 n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 27
368 Will you remember, Sirs? and what would I have you remember but this: Will you Remember, Sirs? and what would I have you Remember but this: vmb pn22 vvb, n2? cc q-crq vmd pns11 vhi pn22 vvb p-acp d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 27
369 The worst of times have not been without the best of Christians, and the best of Christians have not been without some or other to provide for them, The worst of times have not been without the best of Christians, and the best of Christians have not been without Some or other to provide for them, dt js pp-f n2 vhb xx vbn p-acp dt av-js pp-f np1, cc dt av-js pp-f np1 vhb xx vbn p-acp d cc n-jn p-acp vvb p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 27
370 when it went hardly with them. when it went hardly with them. c-crq pn31 vvd av p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 27
371 Fifthly, Hath God destroyed thy house? he might the same time have destroyed thy soul; hath he dealt so severely with thee on earth, he might have dealt more severely with thee as to Hell; thou mightst have been in hell, thy Soul might have been roaring in the place of torments, thou mightst have been reserved in chains of darkness unto the judgement of the great day. Fifthly, Hath God destroyed thy house? he might the same time have destroyed thy soul; hath he dealt so severely with thee on earth, he might have dealt more severely with thee as to Hell; thou Mightest have been in hell, thy Soul might have been roaring in the place of torments, thou Mightest have been reserved in chains of darkness unto the judgement of the great day. ord, vhz np1 vvn po21 n1? pns31 vmd dt d n1 vhb vvn po21 n1; vhz pns31 vvn av av-j p-acp pno21 p-acp n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn dc av-j p-acp pno21 p-acp p-acp n1; pns21 vmd2 vhi vbn p-acp n1, po21 n1 vmd vhi vbn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns21 vmd2 vhi vbn vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 27
372 Oh had it not been for infinite mercy, thy soul would have flamed in hell, as well as thy house hath been all in a flame. Oh don't complain, O had it not been for infinite mercy, thy soul would have flamed in hell, as well as thy house hath been all in a flame. O don't complain, uh vhn pn31 xx vbn p-acp j n1, po21 n1 vmd vhi vvd p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp po21 n1 vhz vbn d p-acp dt n1. uh vdbx vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 27
373 but rather comfort thy self in the greatest severity, that it is not severity in hell. but rather Comfort thy self in the greatest severity, that it is not severity in hell. cc-acp av-c vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt js n1, cst pn31 vbz xx n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 27
374 The greatest misery on this side Hell, can't but be infinite mercy. The greatest misery on this side Hell, can't but be infinite mercy. dt js n1 p-acp d n1 n1, vmb|pn31 cc-acp vbb j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 27
375 Sixthly, Hath God destroyed thy House, and taken away thy enjoyments? why he hath not, Sixthly, Hath God destroyed thy House, and taken away thy enjoyments? why he hath not, j, vhz np1 vvn po21 n1, cc vvn av po21 n2? c-crq pns31 vhz xx, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 27
376 neither will he take away himself. How great a loser soever thou art as to other things, thou art not a loser as to God; and how great a sufferer soever thou art, thou art not a sufferer as to God, and this God as thine, and this God to be thine, and that for ever. He that was thy God in Prosperity, when those mercies were, he will be thy God in adversity, now those mercies are no more, Psal. 27. 10. and 89. 31, 32, 33. Rest assured of it, thy God will not leave thee, neither will he take away himself. How great a loser soever thou art as to other things, thou art not a loser as to God; and how great a sufferer soever thou art, thou art not a sufferer as to God, and this God as thine, and this God to be thine, and that for ever. He that was thy God in Prosperity, when those Mercies were, he will be thy God in adversity, now those Mercies Are no more, Psalm 27. 10. and 89. 31, 32, 33. Rest assured of it, thy God will not leave thee, dx vmb pns31 vvi av px31. c-crq j dt n1 av pns21 vb2r a-acp p-acp j-jn n2, pns21 vb2r xx dt n1 c-acp pc-acp np1; cc c-crq j dt n1 av pns21 vb2r, pns21 vb2r xx dt n1 a-acp pc-acp np1, cc d np1 p-acp png21, cc d np1 pc-acp vbi png21, cc cst p-acp av. pns31 cst vbds po21 n1 p-acp n1, c-crq d n2 vbdr, pns31 vmb vbi po21 n1 p-acp n1, av d n2 vbr av-dx av-dc, np1 crd crd cc crd crd, crd, crd n1 vvn pp-f pn31, po21 np1 vmb xx vvi pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 27
377 and thou hast enough, whatsoever is not left thee; and thou hast enough, whatsoever is not left thee; cc pns21 vh2 av-d, r-crq vbz xx vvn pno21; (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 27
378 that thy God is still left, and that he will not leave thee. One God in the want of all is enough, that thy God is still left, and that he will not leave thee. One God in the want of all is enough, d po21 np1 vbz j vvd, cc cst pns31 vmb xx vvb pno21. crd np1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f d vbz av-d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 20
379 and the enjoyment of all in the want of God is and will be every way sad enough. What canst thou have to comfort thee when thou hast not a God? what canst thou have to sadden thee in the want of all, and the enjoyment of all in the want of God is and will be every Way sad enough. What Canst thou have to Comfort thee when thou hast not a God? what Canst thou have to sadden thee in the want of all, cc dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt vvb pp-f np1 vbz cc vmb vbi d n1 j av-d. q-crq vm2 pns21 vhi p-acp vvb pno21 c-crq pns21 vh2 xx dt n1? q-crq vm2 pns21 vhi p-acp vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 20
380 when thou hast a God? I have done with thee thou poor suffering Christian. I am so far of representing thee under this Calamity a frighted Citizen, as that the Lord knows I would willingly leave thee a comforted Christian; The Lord of all comfort in his own time comfort thee. when thou hast a God? I have done with thee thou poor suffering Christian. I am so Far of representing thee under this Calamity a frighted Citizen, as that the Lord knows I would willingly leave thee a comforted Christian; The Lord of all Comfort in his own time Comfort thee. c-crq pns21 vh2 dt n1? pns11 vhb vdn p-acp pno21 pns21 j vvg np1. pns11 vbm av av-j pp-f vvg pno21 p-acp d n1 dt vvn n1, p-acp cst dt n1 vvz pns11 vmd av-j vvi pno21 dt vvn np1; dt n1 pp-f d vvb p-acp po31 d n1 n1 pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 20
381 The Third and last improvement of this Doctrine shall be by way of Exhortation, and that in these particulars. The Third and last improvement of this Doctrine shall be by Way of Exhortation, and that in these particulars. dt ord cc ord n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc cst p-acp d n2-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 20
382 First, Sanctifie God in all, and in this sore Judgment of Fire upon us. First, Sanctify God in all, and in this soar Judgement of Fire upon us. ord, vvb np1 p-acp d, cc p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 20
383 Its easie and usual to speak-well of God, when he dealeth well with us, but rare and hard to extol him when he debaseth, and advance him when he vilifieth us. Its easy and usual to speak-well of God, when he deals well with us, but rare and hard to extol him when he debaseth, and advance him when he vilifieth us. po31 j cc j p-acp j pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp pno12, cc-acp j cc j p-acp vvb pno31 c-crq pns31 vvz, cc vvb pno31 c-crq pns31 vvz pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 20
384 Acknowledg God as righteous in his proceedings, when his proceedings are ne're so rigorous. Let your apprehensions of God be honourable, when your condition from God is sad and miserable. It is said of the Turks when cruelly lashed, that they are compelled to return to the Judg, to kiss his hand, give him thanks; Acknowledge God as righteous in his proceedings, when his proceedings Are never so rigorous. Let your apprehensions of God be honourable, when your condition from God is sad and miserable. It is said of the Turks when cruelly lashed, that they Are compelled to return to the Judge, to kiss his hand, give him thanks; vvb np1 p-acp j p-acp po31 n2-vvg, c-crq po31 n2-vvg vbr av-x av j. vvb po22 n2 pp-f np1 vbb j, c-crq po22 n1 p-acp np1 vbz j cc j. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n2 c-crq av-j vvd, cst pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vvb pno31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 20
385 and pay the Officer that whipt them, and so clear the Judge and Officer of injustice. and pay the Officer that whipped them, and so clear the Judge and Officer of injustice. cc vvb dt n1 cst vvd pno32, cc av j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 20
386 My Beloved, as to the unrighteousness of our wayes, God expects that we should be humbled; and as to the rigorousness of his wayes, that he should be acquitted, Isa. 24. 15. L am. 1: 18. Dan. 9. 14. Doth the Angel destroy from one County to another? God is righteous. My beloved, as to the unrighteousness of our ways, God expects that we should be humbled; and as to the rigorousness of his ways, that he should be acquitted, Isaiah 24. 15. L am. 1: 18. Dan. 9. 14. Does the Angel destroy from one County to Another? God is righteous. po11 j-vvn, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, np1 vvz cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn; cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn, np1 crd crd sy vbm. crd: crd np1 crd crd vdz dt n1 vvi p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn? np1 vbz j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 20
387 Doth the Sword devour from one year to another? God is righteous. Does the Sword devour from one year to Another? God is righteous. vdz dt n1 vvb p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn? np1 vbz j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 20
388 Am I under want of the choycest mercies, and a sense of the severest miseries? God is righteous. Am I under want of the Choicest Mercies, and a sense of the Severest misery's? God is righteous. vbm pns11 p-acp vvb pp-f dt js n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt js n2? np1 vbz j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 20
389 Is the City ruined and undone, my house consumed, my Goods burnt, and my Estate lost? Why God is righteous. Is the city ruined and undone, my house consumed, my Goods burned, and my Estate lost? Why God is righteous. vbz dt n1 vvn cc vvn, po11 n1 vvn, po11 n2-j vvn, cc po11 n1 vvn? q-crq np1 vbz j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 20
390 It was an holy expression of the suffering Emperour Mauritius, when his wife and children were slain before his face, Righteous art thou O Lord, It was an holy expression of the suffering Emperor Mauritius, when his wife and children were slave before his face, Righteous art thou Oh Lord, pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 np1, c-crq po31 n1 cc n2 vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1, j n1 pns21 uh n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 21
391 and in very faithfulness hast thou afflicted me. and in very faithfulness hast thou afflicted me. cc p-acp j n1 vh2 pns21 vvn pno11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 21
392 Oh remember, That his Will is the Rule of Justice, and so his actings cannot be charged with any thing of injustice. Condemn thy self, but acquit thy God. O Remember, That his Will is the Rule of justice, and so his actings cannot be charged with any thing of injustice. Condemn thy self, but acquit thy God. uh vvb, cst po31 vmb vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av po31 n2 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. vvb po21 n1, cc-acp vvb po21 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 21
393 Secondly, Get your hearts affected with this sore Judgment of God upon us. Secondly, Get your hearts affected with this soar Judgement of God upon us. ord, vvb po22 n2 vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 21
394 Don't put off the Judgments of God, or this place of sore Judgments, with this Galliolike Spirit, Let look to it who will. Don't put off the Judgments of God, or this place of soar Judgments, with this Galliolike Spirit, Let look to it who will. vdbx vvd a-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc d n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp d j n1, vvb vvb p-acp pn31 r-crq vmb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 21
395 Let your eyes be open to see, wherein Gods Hand hath gone out, and accordingly let there be the outgoings of your heart. Insensible hearts are no wayes becoming miserable times. Let your eyes be open to see, wherein God's Hand hath gone out, and accordingly let there be the outgoings of your heart. Insensible hearts Are no ways becoming miserable times. vvb po22 n2 vbb j pc-acp vvi, c-crq npg1 n1 vhz vvn av, cc av-vvg vvi pc-acp vbi dt n2-vdg pp-f po22 n1. j n2 vbr dx n2 vvg j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 21
396 How sad is it for others to feast while the City flames! and to go abroad with their garments of joy, whilst the Nation hath on her mourning Apparel! Rom. 12. 15. latter part, Weep with those that weep. How sad is it for Others to feast while the city flames! and to go abroad with their garments of joy, while the nation hath on her mourning Apparel! Rom. 12. 15. latter part, Weep with those that weep. q-crq j vbz pn31 p-acp n2-jn p-acp vvb cs dt n1 n2! cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, cs dt n1 vhz p-acp po31 vvg n1! np1 crd crd d n1, vvb p-acp d cst vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 21
397 Zach. 11. 2. Jer. 49. 2, 3. The times I am confident are not so hard, but persons hearts, Zach 11. 2. Jer. 49. 2, 3. The times I am confident Are not so hard, but Persons hearts, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd dt n2 pns11 vbm j vbr xx av j, p-acp n2 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 21
398 alas, towards those times are harder. Ah Christians, where are your hearts for Gods Judgments in the midst of Gods Judgments upon your Shops and Houses? Oh get broken hearts for broken times, and sorrowing hearts for suffering times, and a pitying heart for a flaming City. Is it nothing unto you that pass by? Behold and see, alas, towards those times Are harder. Ah Christians, where Are your hearts for God's Judgments in the midst of God's Judgments upon your Shops and Houses? O get broken hearts for broken times, and sorrowing hearts for suffering times, and a pitying heart for a flaming city. Is it nothing unto you that pass by? Behold and see, uh, p-acp d n2 vbr jc. uh np1, q-crq vbr po22 n2 p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2? uh vvb vvn n2 p-acp vvn n2, cc vvg n2 p-acp vvg n2, cc dt vvg n1 p-acp dt vvg n1. vbz pn31 pix p-acp pn22 cst vvb p-acp? vvb cc vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 21
399 whether there be any sorrow like unto mine, wherewith the Lord hath afflicted me in the day of his fierce anger, Lament. 1. 12. For my part, let him pass for an hard hearted wretch indeed, who in the day of Londons Calamity can be without any yearnings of pity. O London, what shall be done for thee, or how shall my heart be drawn out with compassion towards thee? My Bowels, my Bowels, Oh that my head were waters, whither there be any sorrow like unto mine, wherewith the Lord hath afflicted me in the day of his fierce anger, Lament. 1. 12. For my part, let him pass for an hard hearted wretch indeed, who in the day of Londons Calamity can be without any yearnings of pity. Oh London, what shall be done for thee, or how shall my heart be drawn out with compassion towards thee? My Bowels, my Bowels, O that my head were waters, cs pc-acp vbb d n1 av-j p-acp png11, c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, vvb. crd crd p-acp po11 n1, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp dt av-j j-vvn n1 av, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vmb vbi p-acp d ng1 pp-f n1. uh np1, r-crq vmb vbi vdn p-acp pno21, cc q-crq vmb po11 n1 vbb vvn av p-acp n1 p-acp pno21? po11 n2, po11 n2, uh cst po11 n1 vbdr n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 21
400 and mine eyes a Fountain of tears, that I might weep day and night for the ruine and destruction of the daughter of my people, Jer. 9. 1. and mine eyes a Fountain of tears, that I might weep day and night for the ruin and destruction of the daughter of my people, Jer. 9. 1. cc po11 n2 dt n1 pp-f n2, cst pns11 vmd vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 21
401 Thirdly, Be submissive unto God under this fore Judgment. Thy mercies are not, and thy miseries are; oh but be content. Thirdly, Be submissive unto God under this before Judgement. Thy Mercies Are not, and thy misery's Are; o but be content. ord, vbb j p-acp np1 p-acp d p-acp n1. po21 n2 vbr xx, cc po21 n2 vbr; uh p-acp vbi j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 30
402 God hath made sore breacher again and again upon thee, but be quiet; God hath made soar breacher again and again upon thee, but be quiet; np1 vhz vvn av-j n1 av cc av p-acp pno21, cc-acp vbi j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 30
403 thy house is burnt, thy Shop destroyed, thy Trade decayed and lost, I, it may be with many, thy house is burned, thy Shop destroyed, thy Trade decayed and lost, I, it may be with many, po21 n1 vbz vvn, po21 n1 vvn, po21 n1 vvn cc vvn, pns11, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 30
404 alas, thou art turned out of a possession of all; but let there be a sweet acquiescence in the will of God. alas, thou art turned out of a possession of all; but let there be a sweet acquiescence in the will of God. uh, pns21 vb2r vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f d; cc-acp vvb pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 30
405 It's not a murmuring and quarrelling, it's not a contradicting and counteracting of God, No; It's not a murmuring and quarreling, it's not a contradicting and counteracting of God, No; pn31|vbz xx dt j-vvg cc vvg, pn31|vbz xx dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f np1, uh-dx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 30
406 it was Israels sin, the Lord grant it may not be ours, to quarrel with God, it was Israel's since, the Lord grant it may not be ours, to quarrel with God, pn31 vbds npg1 n1, dt n1 vvb pn31 vmb xx vbi png12, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 30
407 and to be unsubmissive unto God. and to be unsubmissive unto God. cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 30
408 I am sure the Churches practice herein is every way commendable, Mic. 7. 9. I will bear the indignation of the Lord. I am sure the Churches practice herein is every Way commendable, Mic. 7. 9. I will bear the Indignation of the Lord. pns11 vbm j dt ng1 n1 av vbz d n1 j, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 30
409 And therefore 1 Sam. 3. 18. Ely hears such news, as should make the ears of such as heard it to tingle, & their hearts to tremble, and yet quietly and calmly he submits unto it. And Therefore 1 Sam. 3. 18. Ely hears such news, as should make the ears of such as herd it to tingle, & their hearts to tremble, and yet quietly and calmly he submits unto it. cc av crd np1 crd crd np1 vvz d n1, c-acp vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f d c-acp vvd pn31 p-acp vvb, cc po32 n2 p-acp vvb, cc av av-jn cc av-jn pns31 vvz p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 30
410 Remember Christians, That Obedience is due to Gods severest precepts, and patience is your duty under the sharpest Providence. I confess we never underwent a sorer Judgment than this of Fire; Oh but for all that there must be a submissiveness unto God. remember Christians, That obedience is due to God's Severest Precepts, and patience is your duty under the Sharpest Providence. I confess we never underwent a Sorer Judgement than this of Fire; O but for all that there must be a submissiveness unto God. np1 np1, cst n1 vbz j-jn p-acp npg1 js n2, cc n1 vbz po22 n1 p-acp dt js n1. pns11 vvb pns12 av-x vvd dt jc n1 cs d pp-f n1; uh p-acp p-acp d d a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 30
411 I, God hath laid a Fiery rod on our backs; Oh but don't let us fly in Heavens face, but rather lay our selves at Heavens feet. I, God hath laid a Fiery rod on our backs; O but don't let us fly in Heavens face, but rather lay our selves At Heavens feet. pns11, np1 vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2; uh p-acp vdbx vvb pno12 vvi p-acp ng1 n1, p-acp av-c vvb po12 n2 p-acp n2 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 30
412 Fourthly, Don't act any thing to encrease Gods Judgments. Do what you can to quench, but not to kindle the Fire; Fourthly, Don't act any thing to increase God's Judgments. Do what you can to quench, but not to kindle the Fire; ord, vdbx n1 d n1 p-acp vvi npg1 n2. vdb r-crq pn22 vmb p-acp vvi, p-acp xx p-acp vvb dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 30
413 to allay, but not to raise the storme; to allay, but not to raise the storm; p-acp vvi, p-acp xx p-acp vvb dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 30
414 to recover this place out of its rubbish, but not that it may be ruined. In a common Calamity all ought to put to their helping hand; to recover this place out of its rubbish, but not that it may be ruined. In a Common Calamity all ought to put to their helping hand; p-acp vvb d n1 av pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp xx cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn. p-acp dt j n1 d pi pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j-vvg n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 30
415 what then should be done with those that help forward the Calamity? Oh take away the fewel, but don't add to the fewel. I don't see how in the judgment of sobriety, they really wish Englands and Londons welfare, that encrease the Fewel to encrease the Fire. Oh that God would do us good, that God would take away his Plagues, that God would make us succesful, that God would build again the desolate streets in the midst of us. what then should be done with those that help forward the Calamity? O take away the fuel, but don't add to the fuel. I don't see how in the judgement of sobriety, they really wish Englands and Londons welfare, that increase the Fuel to increase the Fire. O that God would do us good, that God would take away his Plagues, that God would make us successful, that God would built again the desolate streets in the midst of us. r-crq av vmd vbi vdn p-acp d cst vvb av-j dt n1? uh vvb av dt n1, p-acp vdbx vvb p-acp dt n1. pns11 vdbx vvb c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 av-j vvb npg1 cc npg1 n1, cst vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1. uh cst np1 vmd vdi pno12 j, cst np1 vmd vvi av po31 n2, cst np1 vmd vvi pno12 j, cst np1 vmd vvi av dt j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 31
416 My Beloved, I say so likewise, and God forbid that any should not cry, Grace, Grace, to such undertakings and undertakers; My beloved, I say so likewise, and God forbid that any should not cry, Grace, Grace, to such undertakings and undertakers; po11 j-vvn, pns11 vvb av av, cc np1 vvb cst d vmd xx vvi, n1, n1, p-acp d n2-vvg cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 31
417 and yet those I, those very persons will not leave their Ranting, and Drinking, and Healthing, and Damming, and Chambering, and Stageplaying. Oh Sirs, Sirs, the earnestness of our lips must be attended with the religiousness of our lives, Amos 4. 12. Jer. 8. 6, 13. If we pray that God would do London, we must live that God may do it good. and yet those I, those very Persons will not leave their Ranting, and Drinking, and Healthing, and Damming, and Chambering, and Stageplaying. O Sirs, Sirs, the earnestness of our lips must be attended with the religiousness of our lives, Amos 4. 12. Jer. 8. 6, 13. If we pray that God would do London, we must live that God may do it good. cc av d pns11, d j n2 vmb xx vvi po32 j-vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg. uh n2, n2, dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd cs pns12 vvb cst np1 vmd vdi np1, pns12 vmb vvi cst np1 vmb vdi pn31 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 31
418 Oh don't walk in any wayes, wherein God will meet with us, and lay more Calamity upon us. O don't walk in any ways, wherein God will meet with us, and lay more Calamity upon us. uh vdbx vvb p-acp d n2, c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, cc vvb dc n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 31
419 Piety is the only way for our Prosperity, whereas iniquity will be the only way for our ruine and calamity, Ezek. 36. 33. A little more loosness, a little more remisness, and a little more profaneness, will make us cry out, Piety is the only Way for our Prosperity, whereas iniquity will be the only Way for our ruin and calamity, Ezekiel 36. 33. A little more looseness, a little more remissness, and a little more profaneness, will make us cry out, n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp po12 n1, cs n1 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp po12 vvi cc n1, np1 crd crd dt j dc n1, dt av-j dc n1, cc dt j dc n1, vmb vvi pno12 vvi av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 31
420 when God will say, Why cryest thou for thine afflictions? thy breaches, sores, and wounds, are incurable, when God will say, Why Christ thou for thine afflictions? thy Breaches, sores, and wounds, Are incurable, c-crq np1 vmb vvi, q-crq vv2 pns21 p-acp po21 n2? po21 n2, n2, cc n2, vbr j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 31
421 for the multitude of thine iniquities. for the multitude of thine iniquities. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 31
422 Fifthly, Be much with God for removing his sore Judgments: How canst thou Christian, see trouble upon trouble, Fifthly, Be much with God for removing his soar Judgments: How Canst thou Christian, see trouble upon trouble, ord, vbb d p-acp np1 p-acp vvg po31 j n2: q-crq vm2 pns21 np1, vvb n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 31
423 and misery upon misery, and calamity upon calamity, such dreadful Judgments one after another, and not so much as speak a word to God in reference unto them? Times of more than ordinary indignation and desolation should be times of more than ordinary supplication. It's not some few formal expressions or other that will serve turn upon Gods turning upon us in eminent wayes of Judgement. and misery upon misery, and calamity upon calamity, such dreadful Judgments one After Another, and not so much as speak a word to God in Referente unto them? Times of more than ordinary Indignation and desolation should be times of more than ordinary supplication. It's not Some few formal expressions or other that will serve turn upon God's turning upon us in eminent ways of Judgement. cc n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, d j n2 pi p-acp n-jn, cc xx av av-d c-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32? ng1 pp-f av-dc cs j n1 cc n1 vmd vbi n2 pp-f av-dc cs j n1. pn31|vbz xx d d j n2 cc n-jn cst vmb vvi vvi p-acp npg1 vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 31
424 When should we poure out a Spirit of supplication, but when God poures out the Vials of his Indignation? How sad is it to hear persons ranting in Taverns, when they should be upon their knees to God in their closets! Lam. 2. 18. Let teares run down like a river day and night. When should we pour out a Spirit of supplication, but when God pours out the Vials of his Indignation? How sad is it to hear Persons ranting in Taverns, when they should be upon their knees to God in their closets! Lam. 2. 18. Let tears run down like a river day and night. q-crq vmd pns12 vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp c-crq np1 vvz av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1? c-crq j vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi n2 j-vvg p-acp n2, c-crq pns32 vmd vbi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n2! np1 crd crd vvb n2 vvi a-acp av-j dt n1 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 31
425 Chap. 8. 48, 49, 50. Ezek. 22. 30, 31. I don't see how they can be Londons real Favourers, that are not so much as it's faithful remembrancers. I could wish, Chap. 8. 48, 49, 50. Ezekiel 22. 30, 31. I don't see how they can be Londons real Favourers, that Are not so much as it's faithful remembrancers. I could wish, np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vdn|pn31 vvb c-crq pns32 vmb vbi npg1 j n2, cst vbr xx av av-d c-acp pn31|vbz j n2. pns11 vmd vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 31
426 and the Lord grant, while we endeavour to make a prey one of another, there may be more of praying with and for one another; and the Lord grant, while we endeavour to make a prey one of Another, there may be more of praying with and for one Another; cc dt n1 vvb, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt vvb crd pp-f n-jn, pc-acp vmb vbi n1 pp-f vvg p-acp cc p-acp crd j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 24
427 For Englands sake don't you hold your peace, and for Londons sake don't you rest, till the righteousness thereof goe forth as brightness, For Englands sake don't you hold your peace, and for Londons sake don't you rest, till the righteousness thereof go forth as brightness, p-acp npg1 n1 vdbx pn22 vvb po22 n1, cc p-acp npg1 n1 vdbx pn22 vvb, c-acp dt n1 av vvi av p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 24
428 and the Salvation thereof as a lamp that burneth, Isa. 62. 1. Sixthly, Secure the interest of your Soul with and in God; and the Salvation thereof as a lamp that burns, Isaiah 62. 1. Sixthly, Secure the Interest of your Soul with and in God; cc dt n1 av p-acp dt n1 cst vvz, np1 crd crd j, vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp cc p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 24
429 get God to be yours in the midst of those Judgements, wherein you can't say, that any thing is yours Hath God by Fire destroyed thy house, and taken away thy Estate? and hast thou not yet God to be thine? what wilt thou doe? Oh hath God poured out the Vials of his Indignation, and hast thou not got God to be thine? what wilt thou doe? Is God risen out of his Sanctuary to punish the inhabitants of the earth? and hath he severely punished us? and hast thou not got God to be thine? what wilt thou doe? For my part I must say it, get God to be yours in the midst of those Judgments, wherein you can't say, that any thing is yours Hath God by Fire destroyed thy house, and taken away thy Estate? and hast thou not yet God to be thine? what wilt thou do? O hath God poured out the Vials of his Indignation, and hast thou not god God to be thine? what wilt thou do? Is God risen out of his Sanctuary to Punish the inhabitants of the earth? and hath he severely punished us? and hast thou not god God to be thine? what wilt thou do? For my part I must say it, vvb np1 pc-acp vbi po22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, c-crq pn22 vmb|pn31 vvb, cst d n1 vbz po22 vhz np1 p-acp n1 vvd po21 n1, cc vvn av po21 n1? cc vh2 pns21 xx av np1 pc-acp vbi png21? q-crq vm2 pns21 vdi? uh vhz np1 vvn av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc vh2 pns21 xx vvn np1 pc-acp vbi png21? q-crq vm2 pns21 vdi? vbz np1 vvn av pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1? cc vhz pns31 av-j vvn pno12? cc vh2 pns21 xx vvn np1 pc-acp vbi png21? q-crq vm2 pns21 vdi? p-acp po11 n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 24
430 and I can't but say it again, I don't know what thou wilt doe unless thou hast got God to be thine, and that thou art his, Isa. 10. 3, 27, 5. Psal. 5. 7. 1. Labour, oh labour and make it your work, that though your houses be destroyed by Fire on earth, yet that your Souls be not destroyed by: and I can't but say it again, I don't know what thou wilt do unless thou hast god God to be thine, and that thou art his, Isaiah 10. 3, 27, 5. Psalm 5. 7. 1. Labour, o labour and make it your work, that though your houses be destroyed by Fire on earth, yet that your Souls be not destroyed by: cc pns11 vmb|pn31 p-acp vvb pn31 av, pns11 vdbx vvb r-crq pns21 vm2 vdi cs pns21 vh2 vvn np1 pc-acp vbi png21, cc cst pns21 vb2r po31, np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd crd n1, uh n1 cc vvi pn31 po22 n1, cst cs po22 n2 vbb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, av cst po22 n2 vbb xx vvn p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 24
431 Fire in hell. If God be none of yours, I don't know what can be done; Fire in hell. If God be none of yours, I don't know what can be done; vvb p-acp n1. cs np1 vbb pix pp-f png22, pns11 vdbx vvb r-crq vmb vbi vdn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 24
432 but if he be yours, I don't know what can be done undone. This, this is your maine work; but if he be yours, I don't know what can be done undone. This, this is your main work; cc-acp cs pns31 vbb png22, pns11 vdbx vvb r-crq vmb vbi vdn j. np1, d vbz po22 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 24
433 and more to stir you up to this, as the close of all, give me leave to recommend these following considerations. and more to stir you up to this, as the close of all, give me leave to recommend these following considerations. cc av-dc pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp d, c-acp dt j pp-f d, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi d j-vvg n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 24
434 First, I don't know any thing that is more your duty then this: First, I don't know any thing that is more your duty then this: ord, pns11 vdbx vvb d n1 cst vbz av-dc po22 n1 av d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 24
435 you will tell me it's the world cap and knee; I tell you no, It's God: you will tell me it's your shop, and warehouses and merchandising; I tell you, no, it's God: you will tell me it's getting something, you will tell me it's the world cap and knee; I tell you no, It's God: you will tell me it's your shop, and warehouses and merchandising; I tell you, no, it's God: you will tell me it's getting something, pn22 vmb vvi pno11 pn31|vbz dt n1 n1 cc n1; pns11 vvb pn22 av-dx, pn31|vbz np1: pn22 vmb vvi pno11 pn31|vbz po22 n1, cc n2 cc vvg; pns11 vvb pn22, uh-dx, pn31|vbz np1: pn22 vmb vvi pno11 pn31|vbz n-vvg pi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 24
436 or other these hard times to keep soul and body together; I tell you no, it's God, and keeping God and your soul together. or other these hard times to keep soul and body together; I tell you no, it's God, and keeping God and your soul together. cc j-jn d j n2 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 av; pns11 vvb pn22 av-dx, pn31|vbz np1, cc vvg np1 cc po22 n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 24
437 Amos 5. 6. Luke 21. 36. The greatest security in the world without a God, Amos 5. 6. Lycia 21. 36. The greatest security in the world without a God, np1 crd crd av crd crd dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 24
438 as yours, will be found not to be your security. So far as I know my own heart, I would be faithful to your eternal interest; and if any thing ought to be your work more then this, God forbid that the same should not be discovered to, and pressed upon you. as yours, will be found not to be your security. So Far as I know my own heart, I would be faithful to your Eternal Interest; and if any thing ought to be your work more then this, God forbid that the same should not be discovered to, and pressed upon you. c-acp png22, vmb vbi vvn xx p-acp vbb po22 n1. av av-j c-acp pns11 vvb po11 d n1, pns11 vmd vbi j p-acp po22 j n1; cc cs d n1 vmd pc-acp vbi po22 n1 av-dc cs d, np1 vvb cst dt d vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp, cc vvn p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 33
439 It's a fond thing for Ministers to make so much adoe in the Pulpit concerning a God in Covenant Relation as yours, It's a found thing for Ministers to make so much ado in the Pulpit Concerning a God in Covenant Relation as yours, pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi av d n1 p-acp dt n1 vvg dt n1 p-acp n1 n1 c-acp png22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 33
440 if not your duty, and the maine of your duty. W• secure now adays what not to our selves; if not your duty, and the main of your duty. W• secure now adais what not to our selves; cs xx po22 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. np1 j av av q-crq xx p-acp po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 33
441 and what doe we secure, but what cannot be secure? Methinks I hear poor wretches crying out, Oh that in Londons Conflagration, when houses lost, and what do we secure, but what cannot be secure? Methinks I hear poor wretches crying out, O that in Londons Conflagration, when houses lost, cc q-crq vdb pns12 vvi, p-acp r-crq vmbx vbi j? vvz pns11 vvb j n2 vvg av, uh cst p-acp npg1 n1, c-crq n2 vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 33
442 and goods lost, and estate lost, and all lost, I had secured a Covenant Relation. Secondly, It's the Concernment of your Souls that you are to secure. and goods lost, and estate lost, and all lost, I had secured a Covenant Relation. Secondly, It's the Concernment of your Souls that you Are to secure. cc n2-j vvn, cc n1 vvn, cc d vvn, pns11 vhd vvn dt n1 n1. ord, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 cst pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 33
443 It's the jewel in the Cabinet, the treasure in the field, the child in the cradle, and the eternal well-being of your precious Souls. It's the jewel in the Cabinet, the treasure in the field, the child in the cradle, and the Eternal well-being of your precious Souls. pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po22 j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 33
444 God allowes us time enough to live comfortably in this world, but no time at all to live wretchedly in another world. God allows us time enough to live comfortably in this world, but no time At all to live wretchedly in Another world. np1 vvz pno12 n1 av-d pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d n1, cc-acp dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 33
445 God would have the sum and substance of a Christians Spiritual circumspection to be his Souls salvation, not his Souls destruction. Oh, that we should be so serious as to trifles, and trifle as to that which is so serious! Luke 12. 21. Thou fool, this night, &c. Shall I be so serious as to houses and riches which have been destroyed by Fire, and not as to a soul which may be burnt with Fire in hell? What folly would it have been for any in the late fiery calamity to regard his Lumber, and not at all his Jewels, Mat. 16 26. That person must needs come home by weeping Cross, that hath seemingly it may be secured his Estate in houses, but not his Estate in God; the Soul of his Estate, but not the Estate of his Soul. I pray let it not be said of you, Christians, that you should be Penny-wise, and Pound-foolish. Be wise unto sobriety is the Apostles expression; God would have the sum and substance of a Christians Spiritual circumspection to be his Souls salvation, not his Souls destruction. O, that we should be so serious as to trifles, and trifle as to that which is so serious! Luke 12. 21. Thou fool, this night, etc. Shall I be so serious as to houses and riches which have been destroyed by Fire, and not as to a soul which may be burned with Fire in hell? What folly would it have been for any in the late fiery calamity to regard his Lumber, and not At all his Jewels, Mathew 16 26. That person must needs come home by weeping Cross, that hath seemingly it may be secured his Estate in houses, but not his Estate in God; the Soul of his Estate, but not the Estate of his Soul. I pray let it not be said of you, Christians, that you should be Penny-wise, and Pound-foolish. Be wise unto sobriety is the Apostles expression; np1 vmd vhi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njpg2 j n1 pc-acp vbi po31 n2 n1, xx po31 n2 n1. uh, cst pns12 vmd vbi av j c-acp p-acp n2, cc vvb a-acp p-acp cst r-crq vbz av j! np1 crd crd pns21 n1, d n1, av vmb pns11 vbi av j c-acp p-acp n2 cc n2 r-crq vhb vbn vvn p-acp n1, cc xx c-acp p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1? q-crq n1 vmd pn31 vhi vbn p-acp d p-acp dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc xx p-acp d po31 n2, np1 crd crd cst n1 vmb av vvi av-an p-acp vvg n1, cst vhz av-vvg pn31 vmb vbi vvn po31 n1 p-acp n2, p-acp xx po31 n1 p-acp np1; dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns11 vvb vvb pn31 xx vbi vvn pp-f pn22, np1, cst pn22 vmd vbi j, cc j. vbb j p-acp n1 vbz dt np1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 33
446 and its the greatest sobriety, yea policy, to be wise to our Souls safety. Thirdly, God with the voyce of judgement calls upon you as to this. and its the greatest sobriety, yea policy, to be wise to our Souls safety. Thirdly, God with the voice of judgement calls upon you as to this. cc pn31|vbz dt js n1, uh n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 n2 n1. ord, np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp pn22 a-acp p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 33
447 God is more then ordinary in his judicial proceedings, and so the result of them should be your spiritual ensurings. God alarums persons by this Fire on earth, that so they may keep their Souls from that Fire in hell. God is more then ordinary in his judicial proceedings, and so the result of them should be your spiritual ensurings. God alarms Persons by this Fire on earth, that so they may keep their Souls from that Fire in hell. np1 vbz av-dc cs j p-acp po31 j n2-vvg, cc av dt n1 pp-f pno32 vmd vbi po22 j n2. np1 n2 n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, cst av pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 34
448 All will, and alas, they must say? we live in miserable times: All will, and alas, they must say? we live in miserable times: av-d vmb, cc uh, pns32 vmb vvi? pns12 vvb p-acp j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 34
449 but what saith God? Have a care, you be not miserable with and after those times, Luke 21. 35, 36. Psal. 57. 1. In the shadow of thy wings will I take my refuge. but what Says God? Have a care, you be not miserable with and After those times, Lycia 21. 35, 36. Psalm 57. 1. In the shadow of thy wings will I take my refuge. cc-acp q-crq vvz np1? vhb dt n1, pn22 vbb xx j p-acp cc p-acp d n2, av crd crd, crd np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2 vmb pns11 vvi po11 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 34
450 Are your houses destroyed, see your souls be not destroyed; are your riches lost? See you don't lose your treasure in heaven; are your houses destroyed, see your Souls be not destroyed; Are your riches lost? See you don't loose your treasure in heaven; vbr po22 n2 vvn, vvb po22 n2 vbb xx vvn; vbr po22 n2 vvn? vvb pn22 vdbx vvi po22 n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 34
451 are you turned out of all? See you be not turned out by the God of all: Are you turned out of all? See you be not turned out by the God of all: vbr pn22 vvd av pp-f d? vvb pn22 vbb xx vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 34
452 is there so much misery here? See there be nothing of misery hereafter. is there so much misery Here? See there be nothing of misery hereafter. vbz a-acp av d n1 av? n1 pc-acp vbi pix pp-f n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 34
453 Times of prosperity, Sirs, though too too often they influence us with security, yet the voyce of God in times of Calamity is, see that your work be done, least otherwise you be undone. Times of Prosperity, Sirs, though too too often they influence us with security, yet the voice of God in times of Calamity is, see that your work be done, lest otherwise you be undone. ng1 pp-f n1, n2, cs av av av pns32 n1 pno12 p-acp n1, av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 vbz, vvb d po22 n1 vbb vdn, cs av pn22 vbb vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 34
454 Oh it's high time, Christians, to look to the childe in the cradle, and the jewels in the Cabinet, when the house is on Fire. O it's high time, Christians, to look to the child in the cradle, and the Jewels in the Cabinet, when the house is on Fire. uh pn31|vbz j n1, np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n2 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 34
455 Oh make sure of your God, and never more then when his judgments have been, and are so sore. O make sure of your God, and never more then when his Judgments have been, and Are so soar. uh vvb j pp-f po22 n1, cc av-x av-dc cs c-crq po31 n2 vhb vbn, cc vbr av av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 34
456 Fourthly, This is that which will secure you in the midst of judgements. It's not so much the money in your bags, as grace in your hearts, that will indemnifie you in the sorest troubles. Fourthly, This is that which will secure you in the midst of Judgments. It's not so much the money in your bags, as grace in your hearts, that will indemnify you in the Sorest Troubles. ord, d vbz d r-crq vmb j pn22 p-acp dt p-acp pp-f n2. pn31|vbz xx av av-d dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp po22 n2, cst vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt js n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 34
457 How often makes God a manifest difference between those that fear him, and those that fear him not; How often makes God a manifest difference between those that Fear him, and those that Fear him not; uh-crq av vvz np1 dt j n1 p-acp d d vvb pno31, cc d d vvb pno31 xx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 34
458 between sinners in their rufflings of profaneness, and the Saints in their Garbe of holiness. I confess both the one and the other, have and doe often drink out of the same bitter cup; between Sinners in their rufflings of profaneness, and the Saints in their Garb of holiness. I confess both the one and the other, have and do often drink out of the same bitter cup; p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n2 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1. pns11 vvb d dt crd cc dt n-jn, vhb cc vdb av vvi av pp-f dt d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 34
459 but then the Saint kisses onely the cup in comparison of the sinner, who must drink the very dregs, Zeph. 2. 3. It may be ye shall be hid, Ezek. 9. 4, 5. Job 5. 19, 20. Gracious Souls are marked by God for preservation, when loose and debauched sinners for wrath and indignation. Oh how poor preservatives are all things to this, a Covenant Relation to God! I don't know any thing that will or can secure you from an arrest of Evil, but only as you have Heavens protection. If safety is to be had any where on earth, I may rather hope for it in the place of Gods worship, then in an house of Goodfellowship. When there was nothing but darkness in Egypt, there was brightness in Goshen. but then the Saint Kisses only the cup in comparison of the sinner, who must drink the very dregs, Zephaniah 2. 3. It may be you shall be hid, Ezekiel 9. 4, 5. Job 5. 19, 20. Gracious Souls Are marked by God for preservation, when lose and debauched Sinners for wrath and Indignation. O how poor preservatives Are all things to this, a Covenant Relation to God! I don't know any thing that will or can secure you from an arrest of Evil, but only as you have Heavens protection. If safety is to be had any where on earth, I may rather hope for it in the place of God's worship, then in an house of Good fellowship. When there was nothing but darkness in Egypt, there was brightness in Goshen. cc-acp cs dt n1 vvz av-j dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi dt j n2, np1 crd crd pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vbi vvn, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd j n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, c-crq j cc j-vvn n2 p-acp j cc n1. uh q-crq j n2 vbr d n2 p-acp d, dt n1 n1 p-acp np1 pns11 vdbx vvb d n1 cst vmb cc vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt vvb pp-f n-jn, p-acp j c-acp pn22 vhb n2 n1. cs n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn d c-crq p-acp n1, pns11 vmb av-c vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. c-crq a-acp vbds pix cc-acp n1 p-acp np1, a-acp vbds n1 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 35
460 Fifthly, This is that which will comfort you in the midst of judgments: You may drink out of the same bitter cup with others, Fifthly, This is that which will Comfort you in the midst of Judgments: You may drink out of the same bitter cup with Others, ord, d vbz d r-crq vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: pn22 vmb vvi av pp-f dt d j n1 p-acp n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 35
461 but this will sweeten it to you. but this will sweeten it to you. cc-acp d vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 35
462 The clouds of a sad providence may empty themselves into showers, but this will be a Soul comforting Sunshine to you. The Clouds of a sad providence may empty themselves into showers, but this will be a Soul comforting Sunshine to you. dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 vmb vvi px32 p-acp n2, p-acp d vmb vbi dt n1 vvg n1 p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 35
463 The Fire may and hath destroyed your houses with others, but this will be a support to you, 1. Sam. 30. 6. David encouraged himself in the Lord his God. The Fire may and hath destroyed your houses with Others, but this will be a support to you, 1. Sam. 30. 6. David encouraged himself in the Lord his God. dt n1 vmb cc vhz vvn po22 n2 p-acp n2-jn, cc-acp d vmb vbi dt vvb p-acp pn22, crd np1 crd crd np1 vvd px31 p-acp dt n1 po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 35
464 David with a God as his, could not but encourage himself, whereas without a God he could not but be discouraged. I have lost my friends, but I have God to be my friend; I have lost my houses, but I have a God to be my house; I have lost my riches and all that ever I had, David with a God as his, could not but encourage himself, whereas without a God he could not but be discouraged. I have lost my Friends, but I have God to be my friend; I have lost my houses, but I have a God to be my house; I have lost my riches and all that ever I had, np1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp png31, vmd xx p-acp vvb px31, cs p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmd xx p-acp vbb vvn. pns11 vhb vvn po11 n2, p-acp pns11 vhb n1 pc-acp vbi po11 n1; pns11 vhb vvn po11 n2, p-acp pns11 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vbi po11 n1; pns11 vhb vvn po11 n2 cc d cst av pns11 vhd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 35
465 but I have God to be my riches, and all that ever I can want, 2 Sam. 23. 5. Psal. 23. 1. The Lord is my shepheard, I shall not want. but I have God to be my riches, and all that ever I can want, 2 Sam. 23. 5. Psalm 23. 1. The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. cc-acp pns11 vhb n1 pc-acp vbi po11 n2, cc d cst av pns11 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz po11 n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 35
466 Oh how chearfull may the Soul be in the loss of all, that is not at a loss as to God! Go and be miserable with a God if thou canst, O how cheerful may the Soul be in the loss of all, that is not At a loss as to God! Go and be miserable with a God if thou Canst, uh q-crq j vmb dt n1 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cst vbz xx p-acp dt n1 a-acp p-acp np1 vvb cc vbb j p-acp dt n1 cs pns21 vm2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 35
467 and let others be comfortable without a God if they can. and let Others be comfortable without a God if they can. cc vvb n2-jn vbb j p-acp dt n1 cs pns32 vmb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 35
468 I had rather choose a Saint in his meanest rags, then a sinner in his stateliest robes. If a God can't comfort thee, I had rather choose a Saint in his Meanest rags, then a sinner in his Stateliest robes. If a God can't Comfort thee, pns11 vhd av-c vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 j n2, av dt n1 p-acp po31 av-js n2. cs dt n1 vmb|pn31 n1 pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 35
469 alas, what will or can comfort thee! A God as thine cannot but be a Cordial to thee in all thy swoonings. alas, what will or can Comfort thee! A God as thine cannot but be a Cordial to thee in all thy swoonings. uh, q-crq vmb cc vmb vvi pno21! dt n1 p-acp png21 vmbx p-acp vbi dt j p-acp pno21 p-acp d po21 n2-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 35
470 Sixthly, Your Souls shall be saved notwithstanding the greatest and sorest judgements. When judgements break the Cabinet of your bodies, they shall not be prejudicial to the jewel, your Souls. Sixthly, Your Souls shall be saved notwithstanding the greatest and Sorest Judgments. When Judgments break the Cabinet of your bodies, they shall not be prejudicial to the jewel, your Souls. j, po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt js cc js n2. c-crq n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, pns32 vmb xx vbi j p-acp dt n1, po22 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 35
471 Those judgments that make way for others to be damned, they make way for you to be saved. Those judgments that are so many Serjeants haling others away to a prison, are but so many servitours convaying you to a Pallace, Malach. 3. 16, 17. They shall be mine, saith the Lord. Those Judgments that make Way for Others to be damned, they make Way for you to be saved. Those Judgments that Are so many Sergeants haling Others away to a prison, Are but so many servitors conveying you to a Palace, Malachi 3. 16, 17. They shall be mine, Says the Lord. d n2 cst vvb n1 p-acp n2-jn pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vvb n1 p-acp pn22 pc-acp vbi vvn. d n2 cst vbr av d n2 vvg n2-jn av p-acp dt n1, vbr p-acp av d n2 vvg pn22 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd pns32 vmb vbi png11, vvz dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 36
472 What was a fiery Chariot to E••ah, when therein he was had away for heaven, Ps. 73. 24. When judgments have done their work upon you, you shall not be undone by those Judgments. What was a fiery Chariot to E••ah, when therein he was had away for heaven, Ps. 73. 24. When Judgments have done their work upon you, you shall not be undone by those Judgments. q-crq vbds dt j n1 p-acp uh, c-crq av pns31 vbds vhd av p-acp n1, np1 crd crd c-crq n2 vhb vdn po32 n1 p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 36
473 I, the Fire hath destroyed your houses, and a next may destroy your lives: God this time hath put Fire to your houses, and men through their cruelty the next may put a bloody knife to your throats; but when your houses, goods, I, the Fire hath destroyed your houses, and a next may destroy your lives: God this time hath put Fire to your houses, and men through their cruelty the next may put a bloody knife to your throats; but when your houses, goods, pns11, dt n1 vhz vvn po22 n2, cc dt ord vmb vvi po22 vvz: np1 d n1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc n2 p-acp po32 n1 dt ord vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp po22 n2; p-acp c-crq po22 n2, n2-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 36
474 and lives themselves are gone, your souls for all that shall not be gone, but bound up in the bundle of life. and lives themselves Are gone, your Souls for all that shall not be gone, but bound up in the bundle of life. cc vvz px32 vbr vvn, po22 n2 p-acp d cst vmb xx vbi vvn, cc-acp vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 36
475 A believer may say to Judgments, the Plague, the Sword, Famine and Fire, do your work and spare not; A believer may say to Judgments, the Plague, the Sword, Famine and Fire, do your work and spare not; dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n2, dt n1, dt n1, n1 cc n1, vdb po22 n1 cc vvb xx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 36
476 my body can but be resolved into dust, but my soul shall not be sentenced into hell. I believe that many good men may be removed in a common calamity, but I dont believe that any good man shall be sentenced into eternal misery. To draw therefore to an end. my body can but be resolved into dust, but my soul shall not be sentenced into hell. I believe that many good men may be removed in a Common calamity, but I doubt believe that any good man shall be sentenced into Eternal misery. To draw Therefore to an end. po11 n1 vmb p-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp po11 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n1. pns11 vvb cst d j n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp pns11 n1 vvb cst d j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1. pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 36
477 It's salvation work, Christians, and dear Friends, that I have put you upon; It's salvation work, Christians, and dear Friends, that I have put you upon; pn31|vbz n1 vvi, np1, cc j-jn n2, cst pns11 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 36
478 and if any thing would do it without securing your souls with and in God, I would not trouble you with one word of what hath been delivered. and if any thing would do it without securing your Souls with and in God, I would not trouble you with one word of what hath been Delivered. cc cs d n1 vmd vdi pn31 p-acp vvg po22 n2 p-acp cc p-acp np1, pns11 vmd xx vvi pn22 p-acp crd n1 pp-f r-crq vhz vbn vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 36
479 You don't know what evil there will be in the earth; You don't know what evil there will be in the earth; pn22 vdbx vvb r-crq n-jn zz vmb vbi p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 36
480 we have lost our goods and houses, and we may next lose our lives, and the lives of our poor babes. All that I am earnest for, is only, we have lost our goods and houses, and we may next loose our lives, and the lives of our poor babes. All that I am earnest for, is only, pns12 vhb vvn po12 n2-j cc n2, cc pns12 vmb ord vvi po12 n2, cc dt vvz pp-f po12 j n2. d cst pns11 vbm j p-acp, vbz j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 36
481 and I hope you wont blame me for it, that it may not go ill with you hereafter, how ill soever it hath & may still go with you here. Oh who would not be safe as to heaven, when heaven alone it is that will be his safety. and I hope you wont blame me for it, that it may not go ill with you hereafter, how ill soever it hath & may still go with you Here. O who would not be safe as to heaven, when heaven alone it is that will be his safety. cc pns11 vvb pn22 vmbx vvi pno11 p-acp pn31, cst pn31 vmb xx vvi j-jn p-acp pn22 av, c-crq j-jn av pn31 vhz cc vmb av vvi p-acp pn22 av. uh q-crq vmd xx vbi j c-acp pc-acp n1, c-crq n1 av-j pn31 vbz cst vmb vbi po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 36
482 And now I have done the whole; And now I have done the Whole; cc av pns11 vhb vdn dt j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 36
483 and may the blessing of God attend the whole that hath been done, in setting it so upon our hearts, and our hearts upon it, and may the blessing of God attend the Whole that hath been done, in setting it so upon our hearts, and our hearts upon it, cc vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb dt j-jn cst vhz vbn vdn, p-acp vvg pn31 av p-acp po12 n2, cc po12 n2 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 36
484 as that the Judgments that have been, may be removed, this sore fiery Judgment sanctified, as that the Judgments that have been, may be removed, this soar fiery Judgement sanctified, c-acp cst dt n2 cst vhb vbn, vmb vbi vvn, d j j n1 vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 36
485 and those that may be, and are still threatned, through mercy, prevented, that so England may once more be a quiet habitation, and Londons ruined Foundations again laid, and those that may be, and Are still threatened, through mercy, prevented, that so England may once more be a quiet habitation, and Londons ruined Foundations again laid, cc d cst vmb vbi, cc vbr av vvn, p-acp n1, vvn, cst av np1 vmb a-acp av-dc vbi dt j-jn n1, cc npg1 vvd n2 av vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 36
486 yea, the Topstone thereof crying, Grace, Grace: Even so Blessed Lord God, and let all thy people heartly and reformedly say, Amen, and Amen. FINIS. yea, the Topstone thereof crying, Grace, Grace: Even so Blessed Lord God, and let all thy people heartly and reformedly say, Amen, and Amen. FINIS. uh, dt np1 av vvg, n1, n1: av av j-vvn n1 np1, cc vvb d po21 n1 av-j cc av-vvn vvi, uh-n, cc uh-n. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 36

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