Perfection and peace delivered in a sermon / by Tho. Fuller.

Fuller, Thomas, 1608-1661
Publisher: Printed by Roger Norton for Iohn Williams
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1653
Approximate Era: Interregnum
TCP ID: A40680 ESTC ID: R29917 STC ID: F2453
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Psalms XXXVII, 37; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 PERFECTION AND PEACE. PSAL. 37. 37. Mark the Perfect, behold the Vpright; for the end of that man is Peace. PERFECTION AND PEACE. PSALM 37. 37. Mark the Perfect, behold the Upright; for the end of that man is Peace. n1 cc n1. np1 crd crd n1 dt j, vvb dt av-j; p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1. (3) text (DIV1) 0 Image 5
1 THIS and the 73. Psalm are of the same subject, wherein David endeavours to cure an Epidemical disease, with which the best Saints and servants of God are often distempered: THIS and the 73. Psalm Are of the same Subject, wherein David endeavours to cure an Epidemical disease, with which the best Saints and Servants of God Are often distempered: d cc dt crd np1 vbr pp-f dt d n-jn, c-crq np1 n2 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, p-acp r-crq dt js n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 vbr av vvn: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 5
2 Observe in this Disease, the nature, danger, cause and cure thereof. Observe in this Disease, the nature, danger, cause and cure thereof. vvb p-acp d n1, dt n1, n1, n1 cc vvb av. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 5
3 The Nature, namely fretting fits of the soul, at the consideration of the constant peace, plenty and prosperity of wicked men. The Nature, namely fretting fits of the soul, At the consideration of the constant peace, plenty and Prosperity of wicked men. dt n1, av vvg n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Image 5
4 The Danger thereof, It causeth the Consumption of the spirit, and is destructive to the health of the soul. The Danger thereof, It Causes the Consumption of the Spirit, and is destructive to the health of the soul. dt n1 av, pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Image 5
5 Yea, when this disease comes to the Paroxism, the height and heat thereof, it becometh dishonourable to God; Yea, when this disease comes to the Paroxysm, the height and heat thereof, it Becometh dishonourable to God; uh, c-crq d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 av, pn31 vvz j p-acp np1; (3) text (DIV1) 3 Image 5
6 aspersing and be-libelling him, as if he wanted Goodness, and would not; or Power, and could not; aspersing and be-libelling him, as if he wanted goodness, and would not; or Power, and could not; vvg cc j pno31, c-acp cs pns31 vvd n1, cc vmd xx; cc n1, cc vmd xx; (3) text (DIV1) 3 Image 5
7 or Justice, and doth not order matters better then they are. or justice, and does not order matters better then they Are. cc n1, cc vdz xx vvi n2 av-jc cs pns32 vbr. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Image 5
8 The Cause thereof it proceedeth from a double defect in men: 1 Want of Faith to trust in God. 2 Want of Patience to wait on God. The Cause thereof it Proceedeth from a double defect in men: 1 Want of Faith to trust in God. 2 Want of Patience to wait on God. dt vvb av pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp n2: crd n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. crd n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 4 Image 5
9 This is the reason why the practice of these two graces is so often inculcated by David in this Psalm. The Cure thereof: This is the reason why the practice of these two graces is so often inculcated by David in this Psalm. The Cure thereof: d vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f d crd n2 vbz av av vvn p-acp np1 p-acp d n1. dt vvb av: (3) text (DIV1) 5 Image 5
10 David applyes many Cordials, (for less then Cordials will not do the deed) seeing by his own confession, Ps. 73. 21. His heart was grieved with his fretting fits. David Applies many Cordials, (for less then Cordials will not do the deed) seeing by his own Confessi, Ps. 73. 21. His heart was grieved with his fretting fits. np1 vvz d n2, (p-acp av-dc cs n2 vmb xx vdi dt n1) vvg p-acp po31 d n1, np1 crd crd po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 j-vvg n2. (3) text (DIV1) 6 Image 5
11 We will onely instance on the two last. We will only instance on the two last. pns12 vmb av-j n1 p-acp dt crd n1. (3) text (DIV1) 6 Image 5
12 One is a serious consideration, ver. 35 of the short pleasure and certain pain of the wicked. One is a serious consideration, ver. 35 of the short pleasure and certain pain of the wicked. crd vbz dt j n1, fw-la. crd pp-f dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt j. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Image 5
13 It was a good prayer of a good man, Lord keep me from a temporal heaven here, and an eternal hell hereafter. It was a good prayer of a good man, Lord keep me from a temporal heaven Here, and an Eternal hell hereafter. pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, n1 vvb pno11 p-acp dt j n1 av, cc dt j n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Image 5
14 True it is, Psalm 73. 4. that to the wicked, there are no bands in their death: True it is, Psalm 73. 4. that to the wicked, there Are no bans in their death: av-j pn31 vbz, n1 crd crd d p-acp dt j, a-acp vbr dx n2 p-acp po32 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 7 Image 5
15 and no wonder, when they have all bands after death. and no wonder, when they have all bans After death. cc dx n1, c-crq pns32 vhb d n2 p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Image 5
16 The second is a studious observation of the perfect Mans condition, who though meeting with many intermediate broils and brunts, and bickerings in this life: The second is a studious observation of the perfect men condition, who though meeting with many intermediate broils and brunts, and bickerings in this life: dt ord vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1, r-crq cs n1 p-acp d vvb n2 cc n2, cc n2-vvg p-acp d n1: (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 5
17 yet all at last winds up with him in a comfortable close, and happy conclusion, Mark the Perfect, behold the Vpright, yet all At last winds up with him in a comfortable close, and happy conclusion, Mark the Perfect, behold the Upright, av d p-acp ord n2 a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1, vvb dt j, vvb dt av-j, (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 5
18 for the end of that man is peace. for the end of that man is peace. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1. (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 5
19 Observe in the words two general parts: 1 The description of the Dead. 2 The direction to the Living. Observe in the words two general parts: 1 The description of the Dead. 2 The direction to the Living. vvb p-acp dt n2 crd j n2: crd dt n1 pp-f dt j. crd dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg. (3) text (DIV1) 9 Image 5
20 In the description of the Dead, we have two particulars: 1 What he was. A practicer of Perfection and Uprightness. 2 What he is. In the description of the Dead, we have two particulars: 1 What he was. A practicer of Perfection and Uprightness. 2 What he is. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, pns12 vhb crd n2-j: vvd r-crq pns31 vbds. dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. crd q-crq pns31 vbz. (3) text (DIV1) 10 Image 5
21 A possessour of a peaceable end. A possessor of a peaceable end. dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 10 Image 5
22 In the direction to the Living we have an invitation, or rather an injunction to mark and behold. 1 What was done by the man, when living: In the direction to the Living we have an invitation, or rather an injunction to mark and behold. 1 What was done by the man, when living: p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pns12 vhb dt n1, cc av-c dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi. crd q-crq vbds vdn p-acp dt n1, c-crq n1: (3) text (DIV1) 11 Image 5
23 his Holiness. 2 What was done to the man, when dead: his Happiness. This our Sermon being now preached in the juncture of the old and new Year: his Holiness. 2 What was done to the man, when dead: his Happiness. This our Sermon being now preached in the juncture of the old and new Year: po31 n1. crd q-crq vbds vdn p-acp dt n1, c-crq j: png31 n1. d po12 n1 vbg av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 11 Image 5
24 What better subject to end the old, then to speak of the description of the dead? What fitter matter to begin the new, What better Subject to end the old, then to speak of the description of the dead? What fitter matter to begin the new, q-crq j n-jn pc-acp vvi dt j, av pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j? q-crq jc n1 pc-acp vvi dt j, (3) text (DIV1) 12 Image 5
25 then to treat of the direction to the living? Mark the Perfect, behold the Vpright: then to Treat of the direction to the living? Mark the Perfect, behold the Upright: cs pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg? vvb dt j, vvb dt av-j: (3) text (DIV1) 12 Image 5
26 for the end of that man is peace. for the end of that man is peace. c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1. (3) text (DIV1) 12 Image 5
27 Before we enter on the words, it will be a charitable work to reconcile the seeming variance betwixt the two Translations: Before we enter on the words, it will be a charitable work to reconcile the seeming variance betwixt the two Translations: c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2, pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt crd n2: (3) text (DIV1) 13 Image 5
28 I mean that which is commonly prefixed at the beginning, and what is constantly inserted in the middle of our Bibles. The Old Translation. I mean that which is commonly prefixed At the beginning, and what is constantly inserted in the middle of our Bibles. The Old translation. pns11 vvb cst r-crq vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, cc r-crq vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n-jn pp-f po12 np1. dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 13 Image 5
29 Keep innocency, and take heed unto the thing that is right, for that shall bring a man peace at the last. The New Translation. Keep innocency, and take heed unto the thing that is right, for that shall bring a man peace At the last. The New translation. vvb n1, cc vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j-jn, c-acp d vmb vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp dt ord. dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 14 Image 5
30 Mark the Perfect man, and behold the Vpright, for the end of that man is peace. Mark the Perfect man, and behold the Upright, for the end of that man is peace. vvb dt j n1, cc vvb dt av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1. (3) text (DIV1) 15 Image 5
31 See here a vast difference betwixt the divers rendring of the words: See Here a vast difference betwixt the diverse rendering of the words: vvb av dt j n1 p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n2: (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 5
32 If the Trumpet, 1 Cor. 14. 8. give an uncertain sound, who shall be prepared for the battel? But where shall the unlearned, If the Trumpet, 1 Cor. 14. 8. give an uncertain found, who shall be prepared for the battle? But where shall the unlearned, cs dt n1, vvn np1 crd crd vvb dt j n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1? cc-acp q-crq vmb dt j, (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 5
33 though honest hearted Reader dispose of his belief and practice, when there be such irreconcileable differences in the Translation of Gods Word. though honest hearted Reader dispose of his belief and practice, when there be such Irreconcilable differences in the translation of God's Word. cs j j-vvn n1 n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, c-crq pc-acp vbi d j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 5
34 I answer, the seeming difference ariseth from the latitude of the Hebrew words, so extensive in their signification: I answer, the seeming difference arises from the latitude of the Hebrew words, so extensive in their signification: pns11 vvb, dt j-vvg n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n2, av j p-acp po32 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 5
35 for Shemor which in my text is translated, Mark, according to the first and most frequent acception thereof: for Shemor which in my text is translated, Mark, according to the First and most frequent acception thereof: c-acp n1 r-crq p-acp po11 n1 vbz vvn, vvb, vvg p-acp dt ord cc av-ds j n1 av: (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 5
36 signifieth also in a secondary sense, to Keep, seeing those things which we mark, we also keep, at the least for some short time in our memorie. signifies also in a secondary sense, to Keep, seeing those things which we mark, we also keep, At the least for Some short time in our memory. vvz av p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvb, vvg d n2 r-crq pns12 vvb, pns12 av vvi, p-acp dt ds p-acp d j n1 p-acp po12 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 5
37 The same may be said, that the word Behold, in my Text, is rendered in the Old Translation, take heed, seeing the Hebrew wil bear both: The same may be said, that the word Behold, in my Text, is rendered in the Old translation, take heed, seeing the Hebrew will bear both: dt d vmb vbi vvn, cst dt n1 vvb, p-acp po11 n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, vvb n1, vvg dt njp vmb vvi d: (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 5
38 Tham and Iaschar, most commonly and constantly denote the Concrete, Perfect, Vpright, Righteous, and Innocent: But sometimes signifieth the abstract also, Perfection, Uprightness, Innocencie Let not therefore the two Translations fall out, Tham and Iaschar, most commonly and constantly denote the Concrete, Perfect, Upright, Righteous, and Innocent: But sometime signifies the abstract also, Perfection, Uprightness, Innocence Let not Therefore the two Translations fallen out, pno32 cc np1, av-ds av-j cc av-j vvi dt j, j, av-j, j, cc j-jn: cc-acp av vvz dt n-jn av, n1, n1, n1 vvb xx av dt crd n2 vvb av, (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 5
39 for they are Brethren, and both the sons of the same Parent, the Original: Though give me leave to say the youngest child is most like the father, and the newest Translation herein, most naturally expresseth the sense of the Hebrew. for they Are Brothers, and both the Sons of the same Parent, the Original: Though give me leave to say the youngest child is most like the father, and the Newest translation herein, most naturally Expresses the sense of the Hebrew. c-acp pns32 vbr n2, cc d dt n2 pp-f dt d n1, dt j-jn: c-acp vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi dt js n1 vbz av-ds av-j dt n1, cc dt js n1 av, av-ds av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f dt njp. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 5
40 Let none cavil that such laxity in the Hebrew words occasions uncertainty in the meaning of the Scripture: For God on purpose uses such words importing several senses; Let none cavil that such laxity in the Hebrew words occasions uncertainty in the meaning of the Scripture: For God on purpose uses such words importing several Senses; vvd pix vvi cst d n1 p-acp dt njp n2 n2 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: p-acp np1 p-acp n1 vvz d n2 vvg j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 18 Image 5
41 not to distract our heads, but dilate our hearts, and to make us Rechoboh, Room for our practice in the full extent thereof, Psal. 119. 92. Thy commandement is exceeding broad, and is penned in words and phrases, acceptive of several senses, not to distract our Heads, but dilate our hearts, and to make us Rechoboh, Room for our practice in the full extent thereof, Psalm 119. 92. Thy Commandment is exceeding broad, and is penned in words and phrases, acceptive of several Senses, xx pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc-acp vvb po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 np1, n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt j n1 av, np1 crd crd po21 n1 vbz av-vvg j, cc vbz vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, j pp-f j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 18 Image 5
42 but all excellent for us to practice: but all excellent for us to practice: cc-acp d j p-acp pno12 p-acp n1: (3) text (DIV1) 18 Image 5
43 So that both Translations may be happily compounded in our endeavours, Mark the perfect, keep innocency, So that both Translations may be happily compounded in our endeavours, Mark the perfect, keep innocency, av cst d n2 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp po12 n2, vvb dt j, vvb n1, (3) text (DIV1) 18 Image 5
44 and behold the upright, and take heed to the thing that is right; for the end of that man is peace: and behold the upright, and take heed to the thing that is right; for the end of that man is peace: cc vvb dt j, cc vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j-jn; p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1: (3) text (DIV1) 18 Image 5
45 and that shall bring a man peace at the last. and that shall bring a man peace At the last. cc cst vmb vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp dt ord. (3) text (DIV1) 18 Image 5
46 Begin we with the description of the dead, Perfect, and what is a good Comment thereon. Vpright. Begin we with the description of the dead, Perfect, and what is a good Comment thereon. Upright. vvb pns12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, j, cc r-crq vbz dt j n1 av. av-j. (3) text (DIV1) 19 Image 5
47 Object. It is impossible this world should afford a perfect man. What saith David, Psal. 14. 2. The Lord looked down from Heaven upon the children of men ▪ to see if there were any that did understand and seek after God. Object. It is impossible this world should afford a perfect man. What Says David, Psalm 14. 2. The Lord looked down from Heaven upon the children of men ▪ to see if there were any that did understand and seek After God. n1. pn31 vbz j d n1 vmd vvi dt j n1. q-crq vvz np1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 ▪ pc-acp vvi cs pc-acp vbdr d cst vdd vvi cc vvi p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 5
48 They are all gone aside, they are altogether become filthy, there is none that doth good, no not one. They Are all gone aside, they Are altogether become filthy, there is none that does good, no not one. pns32 vbr d vvn av, pns32 vbr av vvn j, pc-acp vbz pix cst vdz j, uh-dx xx crd. (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 5
49 But what saith Solomon, Eccles. 2. 12. For what can the man do, who commeth after the King, But what Says Solomon, Eccles. 2. 12. For what can the man do, who comes After the King, cc-acp q-crq vvz np1, np1 crd crd c-acp q-crq vmb dt n1 vdb, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 5
50 even that which hath been done already. even that which hath been done already. av cst r-crq vhz vbn vdn av. (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 5
51 But what shall he do that cometh after the King of Heaven? can Subjects hope that their discoveries will be clearer then their Soveraigns? shall man living on earth see more then God looking from heaven? he could not meet with one good, where then shall we mark a perfect man? But what shall he do that comes After the King of Heaven? can Subject's hope that their discoveries will be clearer then their Sovereigns? shall man living on earth see more then God looking from heaven? he could not meet with one good, where then shall we mark a perfect man? cc-acp q-crq vmb pns31 vdi d vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? vmb n2-jn vvb cst po32 n2 vmb vbi jc cs po32 n2-jn? vmb vvi vvg p-acp n1 vvb av-dc cs np1 vvg p-acp n1? pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp crd j, c-crq av vmb pns12 vvi dt j n1? (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 5
52 Answ. David in the place alledged, describes the general corruption ad prae varicationem of all mankind by nature; Answer David in the place alleged, describes the general corruption ad Prae varicationem of all mankind by nature; np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 vvd, vvz dt j n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la pp-f d n1 p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 5
53 in the latitude whereof we confess the perfect man in my Text was involved. in the latitude whereof we confess the perfect man in my Text was involved. p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb dt j n1 p-acp po11 n1 vbds vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 5
54 As all Metals when they are first taken out of the earth, have much dross and oar, As all Metals when they Are First taken out of the earth, have much dross and oar, p-acp d n2 c-crq pns32 vbr ord vvn av pp-f dt n1, vhb d n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 5
55 but by art and industrie may afterwards be refined: but by art and industry may afterwards be refined: cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 vmb av vbi vvn: (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 5
56 so the man in my text was equally evil with all others by nature, till defecated by grace, so the man in my text was equally evil with all Others by nature, till defecated by grace, av dt n1 p-acp po11 n1 vbds av-j j-jn p-acp d n2-jn p-acp n1, c-acp vvn p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 5
57 and by Gods goodness refined to such a height of puritie as in some degree will endure the touch, and become perfect. and by God's Goodness refined to such a height of purity as in Some degree will endure the touch, and become perfect. cc p-acp npg1 n1 vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp p-acp d n1 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvi j. (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 5
58 In a four fold respect may a servant of God be pronounced Perfect in this life. In a four fold respect may a servant of God be pronounced Perfect in this life. p-acp dt crd n1 n1 vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn j p-acp d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 5
59 1 Comparatively, in reference to wicked men, who have not the least degree or desire of goodness in them. 1 Comparatively, in Referente to wicked men, who have not the least degree or desire of Goodness in them. crd av-j, p-acp n1 p-acp j n2, r-crq vhb xx dt ds n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 23 Image 5
60 Measure a servant of God by such a dwarf, and he will seem a proper person, yea, comparatively perfect. Measure a servant of God by such a dwarf, and he will seem a proper person, yea, comparatively perfect. n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi dt j n1, uh, av-j j. (3) text (DIV1) 23 Image 5
61 2 Intentionally: The drift, scope, and purpose of such a mans life, is to desire perfection, which his desires are seconded with all the strength of his weak endeavours: 2 Intentionally: The drift, scope, and purpose of such a men life, is to desire perfection, which his Desires Are seconded with all the strength of his weak endeavours: crd av-j: dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f d dt ng1 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi n1, r-crq po31 n2 vbr vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2: (3) text (DIV1) 24 Image 5
62 He draweth his bow with all his might, and Perfection is the mark he aimeth at, He draws his bow with all his might, and Perfection is the mark he aimeth At, pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d po31 n1, cc n1 vbz dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 24 Image 5
63 though too often his hand shakes, his bow starts, and his arrow misses. though too often his hand shakes, his bow starts, and his arrow misses. cs av av po31 n1 vvz, po31 n1 vvz, cc po31 n1 vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 24 Image 5
64 3 Inchoatively: We have here the begining and the earnest as of the Spirit, 2 Cor. 1. 22. So of all spiritual graces, expecting the full (not payment, because a meer gift, but) receipt of the rest hereafter. 3 Inchoatively: We have Here the beginning and the earnest as of the Spirit, 2 Cor. 1. 22. So of all spiritual graces, expecting the full (not payment, Because a mere gift, but) receipt of the rest hereafter. crd av-j: pns12 vhb av dt n-vvg cc dt j c-acp pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd np1 pp-f d j n2, vvg dt j (xx n1, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp) n1 pp-f dt n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 25 Image 5
65 In this world we are a perfecting, and in the next, Heb. 12. 23. we shall come to the spirits of just men made perfect. In this world we Are a perfecting, and in the next, Hebrew 12. 23. we shall come to the spirits of just men made perfect. p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr dt vvg, cc p-acp dt ord, np1 crd crd pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2 vvd j. (3) text (DIV1) 25 Image 5
66 But blame me not, Beloved, if I be brief in these three kinds of Perfections, rather touching then landing at them, in our discourse; But blame me not, beloved, if I be brief in these three Kinds of Perfections, rather touching then landing At them, in our discourse; p-acp vvi pno11 xx, vvn, cs pns11 vbb j p-acp d crd n2 pp-f n2, av-c vvg av vvg p-acp pno32, p-acp po12 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 5
67 seeing I am partly affraid, partly ashamed to lay too much stress and weight on such slight and slender foundations. seeing I am partly afraid, partly ashamed to lay too much stress and weight on such slight and slender foundations. vvg pns11 vbm av j, av j pc-acp vvi av d n1 cc n1 p-acp d j cc j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 5
68 I hasten with all convenient speed to the fourth, which one is worth all the rest. I hasten with all convenient speed to the fourth, which one is worth all the rest. pns11 vvb p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt ord, r-crq pi vbz j d dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 5
69 A servant of God in this life is perfect. 4 Imputatively: Christs perfections through Gods mercy being impu•ed unto him. A servant of God in this life is perfect. 4 Imputatively: Christ perfections through God's mercy being impu•ed unto him. dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 vbz j. crd av-j: npg1 n2 p-acp npg1 n1 vbg vvn p-acp pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 5
70 If I be worsted in my front, and beaten in my main Battel, I am sure I can safely retreat to this my invincible Ree•: In the agonie of temptation we must quit comparative perfection. If I be worsted in my front, and beaten in my main Battle, I am sure I can safely retreat to this my invincible Ree•: In the agony of temptation we must quit comparative perfection. cs pns11 vbb n1 p-acp po11 vvi, cc vvn p-acp po11 j n1, pns11 vbm j pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp d po11 j np1: p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vmb vvi j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 27 Image 5
71 Alass, Relation is rather a shadow then a substance: quit intentional perfection, being conscious to our selves how oft our actions cross our intentions. Alas, Relation is rather a shadow then a substance: quit intentional perfection, being conscious to our selves how oft our actions cross our intentions. uh, n1 vbz av-c dt n1 av dt n1: vvb j n1, vbg j p-acp po12 n2 c-crq av po12 n2 vvi po12 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 28 Image 5
72 Quit inchoative perfection; for whilest a servant of God compareth the little goodness he hath with that great proportion which by Gods law he ought to have, he conceiveth thereof as the pious Jews did of the Foundation of the second Temple, Haggai 2. 3. Is it not in your eyes in comparison of it as nothing? But stick we may and must to imputative perfection, which indeed is Gods act, cloathing us with the Righteousness of Iesus Christ. Quit inchoative perfection; for whilst a servant of God compareth the little Goodness he hath with that great proportion which by God's law he ought to have, he conceiveth thereof as the pious jews did of the Foundation of the second Temple, Chaggai 2. 3. Is it not in your eyes in comparison of it as nothing? But stick we may and must to imputative perfection, which indeed is God's act, clothing us with the Righteousness of Iesus christ. np1 j-jn n1; c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt j n1 pns31 vhz p-acp d j n1 r-crq p-acp npg1 n1 pns31 vmd pc-acp vhi, pns31 vvz av p-acp dt j np2 vdd pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, np1 crd crd vbz pn31 xx p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f pn31 c-acp pix? p-acp vvi pns12 vmb cc vmb p-acp j n1, r-crq av vbz npg1 n1, n1 pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (3) text (DIV1) 28 Image 5
73 This is the reason the Saints are unwilling to own any other perfection: for though God Iob 1. 1. is pleased to stile Iob a perfect man, yet see what he saith of himself, Iob 9. 20. If I say that I am perfect, it shall also prove me perverse. This is the reason the Saints Are unwilling to own any other perfection: for though God Job 1. 1. is pleased to style Job a perfect man, yet see what he Says of himself, Job 9. 20. If I say that I am perfect, it shall also prove me perverse. d vbz dt n1 dt n2 vbr j p-acp d d j-jn n1: c-acp cs np1 np1 crd crd vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1 dt j n1, av vvb r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f px31, np1 crd crd cs pns11 vvb cst pns11 vbm j, pn31 vmb av vvi pno11 j. (3) text (DIV1) 29 Image 5
74 God might say it, Iob durst not for fear of pride and presumption. God might say it, Job durst not for Fear of pride and presumption. np1 vmd vvi pn31, np1 vvd xx p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 29 Image 5
75 Indeed Noah is the first person, who is pronounced perfect in Scripture, Gen. 6. 9. But mark I pray what went in the verse before: Indeed Noah is the First person, who is pronounced perfect in Scripture, Gen. 6. 9. But mark I pray what went in the verse before: np1 np1 vbz dt ord n1, r-crq vbz vvn j p-acp n1, np1 crd crd p-acp n1 pns11 vvb r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 a-acp: (3) text (DIV1) 29 Image 5
76 But Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord. But Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord. p-acp np1 vvd n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 29 Image 5
77 Not that his finding grace is to be confined to his particular preservation from the Deluge, (which was but one branch or sprig of Gods grace unto him.) But his whole person was by Gods goodness accepted of, Noahs perfection more consisting in that acceptance then his own amiableness, approved not so much because God found goodness in Noah, but because Noah found grace in God. Not that his finding grace is to be confined to his particular preservation from the Deluge, (which was but one branch or sprig of God's grace unto him.) But his Whole person was by God's Goodness accepted of, Noahs perfection more consisting in that acceptance then his own amiableness, approved not so much Because God found Goodness in Noah, but Because Noah found grace in God. xx d po31 vvg n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1, (r-crq vbds p-acp crd n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno31.) p-acp po31 j-jn n1 vbds p-acp npg1 n1 vvn pp-f, npg1 n1 av-dc vvg p-acp d n1 av po31 d n1, vvd xx av av-d c-acp np1 vvd n1 p-acp np1, p-acp c-acp np1 vvn n1 p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 29 Image 5
78 Come we now in the description of the Dead, to what he is, The end of that man is peace. Come we now in the description of the Dead, to what he is, The end of that man is peace. vvi pns12 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1. (3) text (DIV1) 30 Image 5
79 Object. Some will object that daily experience confutes the truth of this Doctrine, what more usual then to see Gods servants tossed, tumbled, tortured, tormented, often ending their painful lives with shameful deaths. Object. some will Object that daily experience confutes the truth of this Doctrine, what more usual then to see God's Servants tossed, tumbled, tortured, tormented, often ending their painful lives with shameful death's. n1. d vmb vvi d j n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq av-dc j cs pc-acp vvi npg1 n2 vvn, vvn, vvn, j-vvn, av vvg po32 j n2 p-acp j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 31 Image 5
80 Cushi being demanded by David to give an account of Absaloms condition, 2 Sam. 18. 32. made this mannerly and politique return: Cushi being demanded by David to give an account of Absaloms condition, 2 Sam. 18. 32. made this mannerly and politic return: np1 vbg vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, crd np1 crd crd j d j cc j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 31 Image 5
81 The enemies of my Lord the King, and all that rise up against thee to do thee hurt, be as that young man is. The enemies of my Lord the King, and all that rise up against thee to do thee hurt, be as that young man is. dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 dt n1, cc d cst vvb a-acp p-acp pno21 pc-acp vdi pno21 n1, vbb c-acp cst j n1 vbz. (3) text (DIV1) 31 Image 5
82 But some will say, if this be a peaceable end, to lead an afflicted life, But Some will say, if this be a peaceable end, to led an afflicted life, p-acp d vmb vvi, cs d vbb dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1, (3) text (DIV1) 32 Image 5
83 and have an ignominious death, may the enemies of God and all goodness, the infringers of our Laws and Liberties, the haters of Learning and Religion, the destroyers of Unity and order, have their souls surfet of such a peaceable end. and have an ignominious death, may the enemies of God and all Goodness, the infringers of our Laws and Liberties, the haters of Learning and Religion, the destroyers of Unity and order, have their Souls surfeit of such a peaceable end. cc vhb dt j n1, vmb dt n2 pp-f np1 cc d n1, dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2, dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vhb po32 n2 vvi pp-f d dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 32 Image 5
84 Resp. In answer hereunto we must make use of our Saviours distinction, the same for substance and effect, Resp. In answer hereunto we must make use of our Saviors distinction, the same for substance and Effect, np1 p-acp n1 av pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, dt d p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 5
85 though in words there be variation thereof. though in words there be variation thereof. cs p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 5
86 Being taxed by Pilate for treason against Caesar; he pleaded for himself, Ioh. 18. 36. My kingdom is not of this world: Being taxed by Pilate for treason against Caesar; he pleaded for himself, John 18. 36. My Kingdom is not of this world: vbg vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1; pns31 vvd p-acp px31, np1 crd crd po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1: (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 5
87 So say we, to salve all objections, our peace, that is the peace in our Text, (and God make it ours, not only to treat and hear, So say we, to salve all objections, our peace, that is the peace in our Text, (and God make it ours, not only to Treat and hear, av vvb pns12, pc-acp vvi d n2, po12 n1, cst vbz dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, (cc np1 vvb pn31 png12, xx av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 5
88 but partake thereof,) is not of this world, consisteth not in temporal or corporal prosperity; but partake thereof,) is not of this world, Consisteth not in temporal or corporal Prosperity; cc-acp vvb av,) vbz xx pp-f d n1, vvz xx p-acp j cc j n1; (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 5
89 but is of a more high and heavenly nature. Indeed this peace is in this world, but not of this world; but is of a more high and heavenly nature. Indeed this peace is in this world, but not of this world; cc-acp vbz pp-f dt av-dc j cc j n1. np1 d n1 vbz p-acp d n1, cc-acp xx pp-f d n1; (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 5
90 begun here in the calm of a clear and quiet conscience, and finished hereafter in the Haven of endless happiness. begun Here in the Cam of a clear and quiet conscience, and finished hereafter in the Haven of endless happiness. vvn av p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt j cc j-jn n1, cc vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 5
91 When the man in my Text, becomes perfectly perfect, he shall then become perfectly peaceable. When the man in my Text, becomes perfectly perfect, he shall then become perfectly peaceable. c-crq dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, vvz av-j j, pns31 vmb av vvi av-j j. (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 5
92 However we may see that sometimes (I say not alwayes) God sets a signal character of his favour on some of his servants, enjoying at their end a generall calm, However we may see that sometime (I say not always) God sets a signal character of his favour on Some of his Servants, enjoying At their end a general Cam, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi cst av (pns11 vvb xx av) np1 vvz dt n1 n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d pp-f po31 n2, vvg p-acp po32 n1 dt n1 j-jn, (3) text (DIV1) 34 Image 5
93 and universal tranquillity towards all to whom they are related. and universal tranquillity towards all to whom they Are related. cc j n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 34 Image 5
94 Amongst the many priviledges of Saints reckoned up Iob 5. none more remarkable then that verse 23. For the Stones of the field shall be at league with thee, among the many privileges of Saints reckoned up Job 5. none more remarkable then that verse 23. For the Stones of the field shall be At league with thee, p-acp dt d n2 pp-f n2 vvn a-acp np1 crd pix av-dc j cs d n1 crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno21, (3) text (DIV1) 34 Image 5
95 and the beasts of the field shall be at peace with thee. and the beasts of the field shall be At peace with thee. cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno21. (3) text (DIV1) 34 Image 5
96 Have we here a Dichotomy of all wicked men, or a sorting of them all into two sides. Have we Here a Dichotomy of all wicked men, or a sorting of them all into two sides. vhb pns12 av dt n1 pp-f d j n2, cc dt vvg pp-f pno32 d p-acp crd n2. (3) text (DIV1) 34 Image 5
97 Some are Stones, like Nabal 1 Sam. 25. 37. stupid, sottish, senseless; some Are Stones, like Nabal 1 Sam. 25. 37. stupid, sottish, senseless; d vbr n2, av-j np1 vvn np1 crd crd j, j, j; (3) text (DIV1) 35 Image 5
98 no Rhetorick with its expanded hand, no Logick with its contracted fist, no Scripture, no reason, no practice, no precedent can make any impression upon them, no Rhetoric with its expanded hand, no Logic with its contracted fist, no Scripture, no reason, no practice, no precedent can make any impression upon them, dx n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, dx n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, dx n1, dx n1, dx n1, dx n1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 35 Image 5
99 so that the best of men may even despair to get their good will. so that the best of men may even despair to get their good will. av cst dt js pp-f n2 vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi po32 j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 35 Image 5
100 Well the way to do it, and procure a perfect peace with them, is to please God. Well the Way to do it, and procure a perfect peace with them, is to please God. np1 dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno32, vbz pc-acp vvi np1. (3) text (DIV1) 35 Image 5
101 Others are beasts like the Cretians, Tit. 1. 12. NONLATINALPHABET, so fierce, so furious, so crafty, so cruel, no medling with them without danger. Others Are beasts like the Cretians, Tit. 1. 12., so fierce, so furious, so crafty, so cruel, no meddling with them without danger. ng2-jn vbr n2 av-j dt njp2, np1 crd crd, av j, av j, av j, av j, av-dx vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 36 Image 5
102 As the former could not conceive, so these will not abide any rational debate with them. As the former could not conceive, so these will not abide any rational debate with them. p-acp dt j vmd xx vvi, av d vmb xx vvi d j n1 p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 36 Image 5
103 The former were too low and silly, too much beneath: these high and haughty, too much above perswasion to peace; The former were too low and silly, too much beneath: these high and haughty, too much above persuasion to peace; dt j vbdr av j cc j, av av-d a-acp: d j cc j, av av-d p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 36 Image 5
104 mention but the name thereof, and they psal. 112. prepare themselves to battel. mention but the name thereof, and they Psalm. 112. prepare themselves to battle. vvb p-acp dt n1 av, cc pns32 j. crd vvb px32 p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 36 Image 5
105 The art then to make these friends with a man, is only this, to endeavour to please the high God of heaven; The art then to make these Friends with a man, is only this, to endeavour to please the high God of heaven; dt n1 av pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1, vbz av-j d, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 37 Image 5
106 and then Solomons words will come to pass, Prov. 16. 7. When a mans wayes please the Lord, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him. and then Solomons words will come to pass, Curae 16. 7. When a men ways please the Lord, he makes even his enemies to be At peace with him. cc av np1 n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd c-crq dt ng1 n2 vvb dt n1, pns31 vvz av po31 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 37 Image 5
107 It once came to pass in England (and but once it came to pass in England) namely, It once Come to pass in England (and but once it Come to pass in England) namely, pn31 a-acp vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 (cc p-acp a-acp pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1) av, (3) text (DIV1) 38 Image 5
108 when Sir Thomas Moor was Lord Chancellor, that the Cryer in Chancery being commanded to call the next cause, returned this answer, there were no more causes to be heard. when Sir Thomas Moor was Lord Chancellor, that the Crier in Chancery being commanded to call the next cause, returned this answer, there were no more Causes to be herd. c-crq n1 np1 n1 vbds n1 n1, cst dt n1 p-acp n1 vbg vvn pc-acp vvi dt ord n1, vvd d n1, a-acp vbdr dx dc n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 38 Image 5
109 Not that there was no more on the file for that day (which is ordinary and usual) but, which is strange, that then there was no more sutes depending in the whole Court of Chancery, but that all ripened for Trial, were decided. Not that there was no more on the file for that day (which is ordinary and usual) but, which is strange, that then there was no more suits depending in the Whole Court of Chancery, but that all ripened for Trial, were decided. xx d pc-acp vbds dx dc p-acp dt vvb p-acp d n1 (r-crq vbz j cc j) cc-acp, r-crq vbz j, cst av a-acp vbds dx dc n2 vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp cst d vvn p-acp n1, vbdr vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 38 Image 5
110 Then was Ianus his Temple shut clean throughout England, in Cases betwixt Plaintiff and Defendant, relating to equity and conscience. Then was Ianus his Temple shut clean throughout England, in Cases betwixt Plaintiff and Defendant, relating to equity and conscience. av vbds np1 po31 n1 vvd av-j p-acp np1, p-acp n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvg p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 38 Image 5
111 Whether this proceeded from the peaceableness of people in that age, not so quarrelsome and litigious as in ours: Whither this proceeded from the peaceableness of people in that age, not so quarrelsome and litigious as in ours: cs d vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, xx av j cc j c-acp p-acp png12: (3) text (DIV1) 38 Image 5
112 or from the goodness of the Judge, either, happy, privately to compound differences without any sute; or from the Goodness of the Judge, either, happy, privately to compound differences without any suit; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-d, j, av-j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d n1; (3) text (DIV1) 38 Image 5
113 or dextrous, publickly to decide them with all expedition. or dextrous, publicly to decide them with all expedition. cc j, av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 38 Image 5
114 But when some good man hath lyen on his death bed, though having many sutes in his life, all then are ended and composed. But when Some good man hath lyen on his death Bed, though having many suits in his life, all then Are ended and composed. cc-acp c-crq d j n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 n1, c-acp vhg d n2 p-acp po31 n1, d av vbr vvn cc vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 5
115 Call the sute betwixt this man and his God, long since it is attoned, and both made friends in Christ. Cal the sute betwixt this man and his conscience, it is compremised, Call the suit betwixt this man and his God, long since it is atoned, and both made Friends in christ. Call the suit betwixt this man and his conscience, it is compremised, n1 dt n1 p-acp d n1 cc po31 np1, av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j-vvn, cc av-d vvn n2 p-acp np1. vvb dt n1 p-acp d n1 cc po31 n1, pn31 vbz vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 5
116 and both of them fully agreed. Cal the sute betwixt this man and his enemies, Stones, and Beasts, it is compounded, and both of them Fully agreed. Cal the suit betwixt this man and his enemies, Stones, and Beasts, it is compounded, cc d pp-f pno32 av-j vvn. np1 dt n1 p-acp d n1 cc po31 n2, n2, cc n2, pn31 vbz vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 5
117 and they at peace with him. and they At peace with him. cc pns32 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 5
118 Call the sute betwixt this man and all other Creatures, it is taken up, and he and they fully reconciled. Call the suit betwixt this man and all other Creatures, it is taken up, and he and they Fully reconciled. n1 dt n1 p-acp d n1 cc d j-jn n2, pn31 vbz vvn a-acp, cc pns31 cc pns32 av-j vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 5
119 Thus I say sometimes, not alwayes, God graceth some of his servants that they depart in an universal peace, a personal favour indulged to some select Saints. Thus I say sometime, not always, God graceth Some of his Servants that they depart in an universal peace, a personal favour indulged to Some select Saints. av pns11 vvb av, xx av, np1 vvz d pp-f po31 n2 cst pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1 vvn p-acp d j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 5
120 But generally and universally all the true servants of God, whatever their outward condition be, go from peace to peace; from the first fruits of peace in their conscience, to the full fruition thereof in heaven. But generally and universally all the true Servants of God, whatever their outward condition be, go from peace to peace; from the First fruits of peace in their conscience, to the full fruition thereof in heaven. p-acp av-j cc av-j d dt j n2 pp-f np1, r-crq po32 j n1 vbi, vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1; p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt j n1 av p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 5
121 Mark the perfect, behold the upright: for the end of that man is peace. Come we now to the direction of the Living: Mark the Perfect, behold the Vpright. Mark the perfect, behold the upright: for the end of that man is peace. Come we now to the direction of the Living: Mark the Perfect, behold the Upright. vvb dt j, vvb dt j: c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1. vvb pns12 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg: vvb dt j, vvb dt av-j. (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 5
122 It is not said, Gaze on the Perfect, Stare on the Vpright, this men of themselves are too prone to do without any bidding: It is not said, Gaze on the Perfect, Stare on the Upright, this men of themselves Are too prove to do without any bidding: pn31 vbz xx vvn, vvb p-acp dt j, vvb p-acp dt av-j, d n2 pp-f px32 vbr av j pc-acp vdi p-acp d n-vvg: (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 5
123 nay, contrary to Gods positive command, Heb. 10. 33. Whilest ye were made a gazing stock by reproaches and afflictions. nay, contrary to God's positive command, Hebrew 10. 33. Whilst you were made a gazing stock by Reproaches and afflictions. uh-x, j-jn p-acp npg1 j n1, np1 crd crd cs pn22 vbdr vvn dt j-vvg n1 p-acp n2 cc n2. (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 5
124 And David in the person of Christ complains, Psal. 22. 17. they look and stare upon me: And David in the person of christ complains, Psalm 22. 17. they look and stare upon me: cc np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp pno11: (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 5
125 partly with eyes of wonder, as on so many Monsters and Prodigies, 1 Pet. 4. 4. Wherein they think it strange that you run not with them to the same excess of Riot: partly with eyes of wonder, as on so many Monsters and Prodigies, 1 Pet. 4. 4. Wherein they think it strange that you run not with them to the same excess of Riot: av p-acp n2 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp av d n2 cc n2, crd np1 crd crd c-crq pns32 vvb pn31 j cst pn22 vvb xx p-acp pno32 p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1: (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 5
126 partly with the eyes of scorn, as on so many miserable wretches. partly with the eyes of scorn, as on so many miserable wretches. av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp av d j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 5
127 Indeed God and wicked men agree in this point, that good men are not worthy to live here. Indeed God and wicked men agree in this point, that good men Are not worthy to live Here. np1 np1 cc j n2 vvb p-acp d n1, cst j n2 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi av. (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 5
128 But upon different, yea, contrary accounts, God esteems them too good to live here, Heb. 11. 38. Of whom the world was not worthy. But upon different, yea, contrary accounts, God esteems them too good to live Here, Hebrew 11. 38. Of whom the world was not worthy. cc-acp p-acp j, uh, j-jn n2, np1 vvz pno32 av j pc-acp vvi av, np1 crd crd pp-f ro-crq dt n1 vbds xx j. (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 5
129 Wicked men conceive them too bad to live here, Act. 22. 22. Away with such a fellow from off the earth, Wicked men conceive them too bad to live Here, Act. 22. 22. Away with such a fellow from off the earth, j n2 vvb pno32 av j pc-acp vvi av, n1 crd crd av p-acp d dt n1 p-acp a-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 5
130 for it is not fit that he should live. Which makes them to behold the perfect and upright, with scorn and contempt. for it is not fit that he should live. Which makes them to behold the perfect and upright, with scorn and contempt. c-acp pn31 vbz xx j cst pns31 vmd vvi. r-crq vvz pno32 p-acp vvb dt j cc av-j, p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 5
131 However mark the Iust, behold the Vpright, do it solemnly, do it seriously, not with a cursory look, fix thy sight, and for some time; However mark the Just, behold the Upright, do it solemnly, do it seriously, not with a cursory look, fix thy sighed, and for Some time; c-acp vvb dt j, vvb dt av-j, vdb pn31 av-j, vdb pn31 av-j, xx p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvb po21 n1, cc p-acp d n1; (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 5
132 let it dwell on so eminent an Object. Mark the perfect, as a Schollar marks his copie to write after it. let it dwell on so eminent an Object. Mark the perfect, as a Scholar marks his copy to write After it. vvb pn31 vvi p-acp av j dt n1. vvb dt j, p-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 5
133 Then will it come to pass with thee as with Moses, Exod. 34. 29. He so long had seen the back-parts or Suburbs of Gods glory, that the skin of his face shone, guilded with the reflexion thereof. Then will it come to pass with thee as with Moses, Exod 34. 29. He so long had seen the Back parts or Suburbs of God's glory, that the skin of his face shone, Guilded with the reflection thereof. av vmb pn31 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp p-acp np1, np1 crd crd pns31 av av-j vhd vvn dt n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cst dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvd, vvn p-acp dt n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 5
134 So those who mark the Perfect and behold the Vpright, not only with a fore-cast, but chiefly with a reflexed look, cannot but be gainers thereby. So those who mark the Perfect and behold the Upright, not only with a forecast, but chiefly with a reflexed look, cannot but be gainers thereby. av d r-crq vvb dt j cc vvi dt av-j, xx av-j p-acp dt vvd, p-acp av-jn p-acp dt vvn n1, vmbx p-acp vbi n2 av. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 5
135 For the godly, who, as S. Paul saith, Phil. 2. 15. shine as lights among a crooked and perverse Nation in the world, will make such as effectually mark them, become like unto them, and shine accordingly. For the godly, who, as S. Paul Says, Philip 2. 15. shine as lights among a crooked and perverse nation in the world, will make such as effectually mark them, become like unto them, and shine accordingly. p-acp dt j, r-crq, c-acp np1 np1 vvz, np1 crd crd vvb p-acp n2 p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi d c-acp av-j vvi pno32, vvb av-j p-acp pno32, cc vvb av-vvg. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 5
136 We see that such who look on Bleer-eyes, have their own sight infected therewith; We see that such who look on Bleer-eyes, have their own sighed infected therewith; pns12 vvb cst d r-crq vvb p-acp n2, vhb po32 d n1 vvn av; (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 5
137 and those who diligently mark, and stedfastly fasten the eyes of their souls, on the perfect and upright man, will in process of time, partake of their perfection. and those who diligently mark, and steadfastly fasten the eyes of their Souls, on the perfect and upright man, will in process of time, partake of their perfection. cc d r-crq av-j n1, cc av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp dt j cc av-j n1, vmb p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb pp-f po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 5
138 Vse. 1. It serveth to confute such, who, though living long in this world, and conversing with varietie of persons, Use. 1. It serves to confute such, who, though living long in this world, and conversing with variety of Persons, vvb. crd pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi d, r-crq, cs vvg av-j p-acp d n1, cc vvg p-acp n1 pp-f n2, (3) text (DIV1) 43 Image 5
139 yet mark and observe nothing at all. yet mark and observe nothing At all. av vvb cc vvb pix p-acp av-d. (3) text (DIV1) 43 Image 5
140 If a privy inspection might be made into the Diaries and Journals of such mens lives, If a privy inspection might be made into the Diaries and Journals of such men's lives, cs dt j n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2-j cc n2-j pp-f d ng2 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 43 Image 5
141 how would they be found filled with empty cyphers, whose total sum amounts to just nothing. When Messengers and Trumpeters come into the Castles and Garrisons of their enemies, commonly they are brought blindfolded, that they may make no dangerous discoveries to report to their Party at their return. how would they be found filled with empty ciphers, whose total sum amounts to just nothing. When Messengers and Trumpeters come into the Castles and Garrisons of their enemies, commonly they Are brought blindfolded, that they may make no dangerous discoveries to report to their Party At their return. q-crq vmd pns32 vbi vvn vvn p-acp j n2, rg-crq j n1 vvz p-acp j pix. c-crq n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n2, av-j pns32 vbr vvn vvn, cst pns32 vmb vvi dx j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 43 Image 5
142 What out of Policie is done to them, that many out of idleness and ignorance do to themselves, mask and hood-wink their souls, do take notice of nothing in their passage through this world. What out of Policy is done to them, that many out of idleness and ignorance do to themselves, mask and hoodwink their Souls, do take notice of nothing in their passage through this world. q-crq av pp-f n1 vbz vdn p-acp pno32, cst d av pp-f n1 cc n1 vdb p-acp px32, n1 cc j po32 n2, vdb vvi n1 pp-f pix p-acp po32 n1 p-acp d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 43 Image 5
143 Others mark but only such things which are not remarkable. Others mark but only such things which Are not remarkable. ng2-jn vvb p-acp av-j d n2 r-crq vbr xx j. (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 5
144 Dina marks, but what? Gen. 34. 1. The fancie-ful fashions of the daughters of Canaan: Dinah marks, but what? Gen. 34. 1. The fanciful fashions of the daughters of Canaan: np1 n2, cc-acp q-crq? np1 crd crd dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1: (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 5
145 and we may generally observe, that all observations follow the humour of the Observers, so that what vice or vertue in him is predominant, plainly appears in their discoveries. and we may generally observe, that all observations follow the humour of the Observers, so that what vice or virtue in him is predominant, plainly appears in their discoveries. cc pns12 vmb av-j vvi, cst d n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2, av cst r-crq n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 vbz j, av-j vvz p-acp po32 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 5
146 The Covetous man marks, but whom? those who are rich and wealthy. The ambitious man, but whom? those that are high and honourable. The Covetous man marks, but whom? those who Are rich and wealthy. The ambitious man, but whom? those that Are high and honourable. dt j n1 n2, p-acp ro-crq? d r-crq vbr j cc j. dt j n1, cc-acp qo-crq? d cst vbr j cc j. (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 5
147 The lascivious man marks, but whom? such as are beautiful and wanton: few there be of Davids devout disposition, who mark the Perfect, behold the Vpright; The lascivious man marks, but whom? such as Are beautiful and wanton: few there be of Davids devout disposition, who mark the Perfect, behold the Upright; dt j n1 n2, p-acp ro-crq? d c-acp vbr j cc j-jn: d pc-acp vbi pp-f npg1 j n1, r-crq vvb dt j, vvb dt av-j; (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 5
148 for the end of that man is peace. for the end of that man is peace. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1. (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 5
149 2 Vse. Let all who desire this peaceable end, labour whilest living to list themselves in the number of those who are perfect and upright. 2 Use. Let all who desire this peaceable end, labour whilst living to list themselves in the number of those who Are perfect and upright. crd vvb. vvb d r-crq vvb d j n1, vvb cs vvg pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbr j cc av-j. (3) text (DIV1) 45 Image 5
150 King Ahaaz coming to Damascus, was so highly affected with an Idolatrous Altar which he there beheld, that he needs would have that Original Copyed out, 2 King. 16. 10. And the like made at Ierusalem, according to the fashion of it, and all the workmanship thereof. King Ahaaz coming to Damascus, was so highly affected with an Idolatrous Altar which he there beheld, that he needs would have that Original Copied out, 2 King. 16. 10. And the like made At Ierusalem, according to the fashion of it, and all the workmanship thereof. n1 vhz vvg p-acp np1, vbds av av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1 r-crq pns31 a-acp vvd, cst pns31 av vmd vhi d j-jn vvd av, crd n1. crd crd cc dt av-j vvd p-acp np1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc d dt n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Image 5
151 Fool, to preferre the pattern of the infernal pit, before the pattern in the Mount. But this his prophane action will afford us a pious application. Fool, to prefer the pattern of the infernal pit, before the pattern in the Mount. But this his profane actium will afford us a pious application. n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. p-acp d po31 j n1 vmb vvi pno12 dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Image 5
152 You that have marked the Just and beheld the Upright, ought to be affected with the piety of his life, cannot but be contented with the peaceableness of his end. This therefore do; You that have marked the Just and beheld the Upright, ought to be affected with the piety of his life, cannot but be contented with the peaceableness of his end. This Therefore do; pn22 cst vhb vvn dt j cc vvd dt av-j, pi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmbx p-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvi. d av vdi; (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 5
153 Such who are pleased with the pattern of his perfection and uprightness, go home, and raise the like fabrick, erect the like structure for all considerable particulars in your own soul. Such who Are pleased with the pattern of his perfection and uprightness, go home, and raise the like fabric, erect the like structure for all considerable particulars in your own soul. d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, vvb av-an, cc vvi dt j n1, vvb dt j n1 p-acp d j n2-j p-acp po22 d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 5
154 Vain and wicked was the wish of Balaam, Numb. 23. 10. Let me dye the death of the righteous, Vain and wicked was the wish of balaam, Numb. 23. 10. Let me die the death of the righteous, j cc j vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, j. crd crd vvb pno11 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j, (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 5
155 and let my last end be like his. He would commence per saltum, take the Degree of Happiness, without that of Holiness; and let my last end be like his. He would commence per saltum, take the Degree of Happiness, without that of Holiness; cc vvb po11 ord n1 vbi av-j po31. pns31 vmd vvb fw-la fw-la, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 5
156 like those who will live Papists, that they may sin the more freely; and dye Protestants, that they may be saved the more certainly. like those who will live Papists, that they may since the more freely; and die Protestants, that they may be saved the more Certainly. av-j d r-crq vmb vvi njp2, cst pns32 vmb n1 dt av-dc av-j; cc vvi n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn dt av-dc av-j. (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 5
157 But know that it is an impossibility to graft a peaceable death upon any other stock, But know that it is an impossibility to grafted a peaceable death upon any other stock, cc-acp vvb cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp d j-jn n1, (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 5
158 but that of a pious life. but that of a pious life. cc-acp d pp-f dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 5
159 3. Vse. Let it retrenoh our censuring of the final estate of those whom we know led godly lives, 3. Use. Let it retrenoh our censuring of the final estate of those whom we know led godly lives, crd vvb. vvb pn31 uh po12 vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d ro-crq pns12 vvb vvd j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 5
160 and we see had shameful deaths. and we see had shameful death's. cc pns12 vvb vhd j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 5
161 Let us expound what seems doubtful at their death, by what was clear in their life. Let us expound what seems doubtful At their death, by what was clear in their life. vvb pno12 vvi r-crq vvz j p-acp po32 n1, p-acp r-crq vbds j p-acp po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 5
162 A true conclusion may sometimes be inferred from false premises: but from true premises the conclusion must ever be true. A true conclusion may sometime be inferred from false premises: but from true premises the conclusion must ever be true. dt j n1 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp j n2: cc-acp p-acp j n2 dt n1 vmb av vbi j. (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 5
163 Possibly a good life in the next world, may follow a bad one in this; namely, where (though late) sincere repentance interposeth. Possibly a good life in the next world, may follow a bad one in this; namely, where (though late) sincere Repentance interposeth. av-j dt j n1 p-acp dt ord n1, vmb vvi dt j pi p-acp d; av, c-crq (cs av-j) j n1 vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 5
164 But most certain and necessary it is ▪ that a good life here must be crowned with a good condition hereafter. But most certain and necessary it is ▪ that a good life Here must be crowned with a good condition hereafter. p-acp ds j cc j pn31 vbz ▪ cst dt j n1 av vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 5
165 What then though Iohn Baptist lost his head by Herods cruelty, he still held his head in the Apostles phrase, Col. 2. 19. By a lively faith continuing his dependance on, What then though John Baptist lost his head by Herods cruelty, he still held his head in the Apostles phrase, Col. 2. 19. By a lively faith Continuing his dependence on, q-crq cs cs np1 np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp npg1 n1, pns31 av vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt j n1 vvg po31 n1 a-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 5
166 and deriving life and comfort from Jesus Christ, in which respect he may be said to have dyed in peace. and deriving life and Comfort from jesus christ, in which respect he may be said to have died in peace. cc vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 np1, p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 5
167 There is a sharp and bitter passage in Scripture, Luk. 9. 23. And yet if the same be sweetned with a word or two in my Text, it may not only easily be swallowed, There is a sharp and bitter passage in Scripture, Luk. 9. 23. And yet if the same be sweetened with a word or two in my Text, it may not only Easily be swallowed, pc-acp vbz dt j cc j n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cc av cs dt d vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 cc crd p-acp po11 n1, pn31 vmb xx av-j av-j vbi vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 5
168 but also will certainly be digested into wholsome nourishment: the words are these, and let him take up his Cross daily and follow me. His Cross; but also will Certainly be digested into wholesome nourishment: the words Are these, and let him take up his Cross daily and follow me. His Cross; cc-acp av vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp j n1: dt n2 vbr d, cc vvb pno31 vvi a-acp po31 n1 av-j cc vvb pno11. po31 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 5
169 some will say, I could comfortably comport my self to carry such a mans Cross, his is a slight ▪ a light, and easie; Some will say, I could comfortably comport my self to carry such a men Cross, his is a slight ▪ a Light, and easy; d vmb vvi, pns11 vmd av-j vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vvi d dt ng1 n1, po31 vbz dt j ▪ dt n1, cc j; (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 5
170 mine a high, a huge and heavy Cross. mine a high, a huge and heavy Cross. png11 dt j, dt j cc j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 5
171 Oh but children must not be choosers of that rod wherewith they are to be corrected; O but children must not be choosers of that rod wherewith they Are to be corrected; uh p-acp n2 vmb xx vbi n2 pp-f d n1 c-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 5
172 that is to be let alone unto the discretion of their father. Men may fit cloaths, but God doth fit Crosses for our backs: that is to be let alone unto the discretion of their father. Men may fit clothes, but God does fit Crosses for our backs: d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. np1 vmb vvi n2, cc-acp np1 vdz vvi n2 p-acp po12 n2: (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 5
173 no Cross will please him for thee to take up, but thy Cross, only that which his providence hath made thee the proprietarie thereof. no Cross will please him for thee to take up, but thy Cross, only that which his providence hath made thee the proprietary thereof. av-dx n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc-acp po21 n1, av-j cst r-crq po31 n1 vhz vvn pno21 dt n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 5
174 Well take it up, on this assurance, that the end thereof shall be peace. Well take it up, on this assurance, that the end thereof shall be peace. uh-av vvb pn31 a-acp, p-acp d n1, cst dt vvb av vmb vbi n1. (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 5
175 Take up thy Cross. Is it not enough that I be passive, and patiently carry it when it is laid upon me? What a Tyranny is this for me to cross my self by taking up my own cross? But God will have it so, thou must take it up: that is, Take up thy Cross. Is it not enough that I be passive, and patiently carry it when it is laid upon me? What a Tyranny is this for me to cross my self by taking up my own cross? But God will have it so, thou must take it up: that is, vvb a-acp po21 n1. vbz pn31 xx av-d cst pns11 vbb j, cc av-j vvi pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno11? q-crq dt n1 vbz d p-acp pno11 p-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp vvg a-acp po11 d n1? p-acp np1 vmb vhi pn31 av, pns21 vmb vvi pn31 a-acp: cst vbz, (3) text (DIV1) 51 Image 5
176 First thou must freely confess that nothing hath befaln thee by chance or fortune, but by Gods all-ordering Providence. First thou must freely confess that nothing hath befallen thee by chance or fortune, but by God's all-ordering Providence. ord pns21 vmb av-j vvi cst pix vhz vvn pno21 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp npg1 j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 51 Image 5
177 Secondly, Thou must acknowledge that all afflictions imposed upon thee ▪ are the just punishment of thy sins deserved by thee; Secondly, Thou must acknowledge that all afflictions imposed upon thee ▪ Are the just punishment of thy Sins deserved by thee; ord, pns21 vmb vvi cst d n2 vvn p-acp pno21 ▪ vbr dt j n1 pp-f po21 n2 vvn p-acp pno21; (3) text (DIV1) 51 Image 5
178 if inflicted more heavily, seeing all things is mercy which is on this side of hel fire. if inflicted more heavily, seeing all things is mercy which is on this side of hell fire. cs vvn av-dc av-j, vvg d n2 vbz n1 r-crq vbz p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 51 Image 5
179 This it is to take up thy cross do it willingly, for it will be peace at the last. This it is to take up thy cross do it willingly, for it will be peace At the last. d pn31 vbz p-acp vvb a-acp po21 j vdb pn31 av-j, p-acp pn31 vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt ord. (3) text (DIV1) 51 Image 5
180 The last is the worst word, Daily. Not that God every day sends us a new affliction, The last is the worst word, Daily. Not that God every day sends us a new affliction, dt ord vbz dt js n1, av-j. xx d np1 d n1 vvz pno12 dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 5
181 but he requires that every day we should put on a habit of patience, to undergo whatsoever cross is laid upon us. but he requires that every day we should put on a habit of patience, to undergo whatsoever cross is laid upon us. cc-acp pns31 vvz cst d n1 pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 5
182 This I conceive to be Davids meaning, Psal. 73. 14. and chastened every morning. This I conceive to be Davids meaning, Psalm 73. 14. and chastened every morning. d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi npg1 vvg, np1 crd crd cc vvn d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 5
183 Daily, superstitious Fryers never esteem themselves ready till they have put on their Crucifix, and religious Protestants must never accompt themselves ready till they have put on their cross. Daily, superstitious Friars never esteem themselves ready till they have put on their Crucifix, and religious Protestants must never account themselves ready till they have put on their cross. j, j n2 av-x vvb px32 j p-acp pns32 vhb vvn p-acp po32 n1, cc j n2 vmb av-x vvi px32 j p-acp pns32 vhb vvn p-acp po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 5
184 The Papists have besprinkled their Calendar with many festivals, having no foundation in Scripture, or ancient Church History. One day they call the Exaltation of the Cross, which is May 3. another the Invention of the Cross, which is September 14. But we must know there is one day of the Cross more, Day which continueth from the beginning to the end of the year, The Papists have besprinkled their Calendar with many festivals, having no Foundation in Scripture, or ancient Church History. One day they call the Exaltation of the Cross, which is May 3. Another the Invention of the Cross, which is September 14. But we must know there is one day of the Cross more, Day which Continueth from the beginning to the end of the year, dt njp2 vhb vvn po32 n1 p-acp d n2, vhg dx n1 p-acp n1, cc j n1 n1. crd n1 pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz vmb crd j-jn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz np1 crd cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi a-acp vbz crd n1 pp-f dt j av-dc, n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 53 Image 5
185 namely, the Assumption of the Cross; every one must take it up daily, do it, & do it willingly, for the end thereof wil be peace. namely, the Assump of the Cross; every one must take it up daily, do it, & do it willingly, for the end thereof will be peace. av, dt n1 pp-f dt n1; d pi vmb vvi pn31 a-acp av-j, vdb pn31, cc vdb pn31 av-j, p-acp dt vvb av vmb vbi n1. (3) text (DIV1) 53 Image 5
186 And yet there is a fourth thing remaining in the Text, when we have took up our Cross we must follow Christ it is not enough to take it up, And yet there is a fourth thing remaining in the Text, when we have took up our Cross we must follow christ it is not enough to take it up, cc av pc-acp vbz dt ord n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns12 vhb vvd a-acp po12 n1 pns12 vmb vvi np1 pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 54 Image 5
187 and then stand still, as if suffering gave us a supersedeas for doing; and then stand still, as if suffering gave us a supersedeas for doing; cc av vvb av, c-acp cs n1 vvd pno12 dt fw-la p-acp vdg; (3) text (DIV1) 54 Image 5
188 but God at the same time will have our hands, back, and feet of our soul exercised; but God At the same time will have our hands, back, and feet of our soul exercised; cc-acp np1 p-acp dt d n1 vmb vhi po12 n2, av, cc n2 pp-f po12 n1 vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 54 Image 5
189 hands to take up, back to bear our Cross, and feet to follow him; hands to take up, back to bear our Cross, and feet to follow him; n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp, av pc-acp vvi po12 vvi, cc n2 pc-acp vvi pno31; (3) text (DIV1) 54 Image 5
190 and happy it is for us, though we cannot go the same pace, if we go the same path with our Saviour; for the end thereof will be peace. and happy it is for us, though we cannot go the same pace, if we go the same path with our Saviour; for the end thereof will be peace. cc j pn31 vbz p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vmbx vvi dt d n1, cs pns12 vvb dt d n1 p-acp po12 n1; p-acp dt n1 av vmb vbi n1. (3) text (DIV1) 54 Image 5
191 O the amiableness of the word Peace! oh the extensiveness of the word End! Peace? what can be finer ware? End? what can be larger measure? Oh the amiableness of the word Peace! o the extensiveness of the word End! Peace? what can be finer beware? End? what can be larger measure? uh dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1! uh dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb! n1? q-crq vmb vbi jc vvd? vvb? q-crq vmb vbi jc vvi? (3) text (DIV1) 55 Image 5
192 The amiableness of Peace, especially to us, who so long have prayed for it, and payed for it, The amiableness of Peace, especially to us, who so long have prayed for it, and paid for it, dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j p-acp pno12, r-crq av av-j vhb vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvn p-acp pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 56 Image 5
193 and sought for it, and fought for it, and yet as yet in England have not attained it. and sought for it, and fought for it, and yet as yet in England have not attained it. cc vvd p-acp pn31, cc vvd p-acp pn31, cc av c-acp av p-acp np1 vhb xx vvn pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 56 Image 5
194 For the Tragoedy of our war is not ended, but the scene thereof removed, and the Element only altered from earth unto water. Surely had we practised Davids precept, Psal. 34. 14. Eschew evil and do good ▪ seek peace and ensue it, before this time we had obtained our desire. For the Tragedy of our war is not ended, but the scene thereof removed, and the Element only altered from earth unto water. Surely had we practised Davids precept, Psalm 34. 14. Eschew evil and do good ▪ seek peace and ensue it, before this time we had obtained our desire. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz xx vvn, cc-acp dt n1 av vvn, cc dt n1 av-j vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1. av-j vhd pns12 vvn npg1 n1, np1 crd crd vvi j-jn cc vdb j ▪ vvb n1 cc vvi pn31, p-acp d n1 pns12 vhd vvn po12 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 56 Image 5
195 It is to be feared we have been too earnest prosecutors of the last, and too slow performers of the first part of the verse: It is to be feared we have been too earnest prosecutors of the last, and too slow performers of the First part of the verse: pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pns12 vhb vbn av j n2 pp-f dt ord, cc av j n2 pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) text (DIV1) 56 Image 5
196 great have been our desires, but small our deeds for peace. great have been our Desires, but small our Deeds for peace. j vhb vbn po12 n2, cc-acp j po12 n2 p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 56 Image 5
197 Had we eschewed evil and done good, God ere this time, would have crowned our wishes with the fruition of peace. Had we Eschewed evil and done good, God ere this time, would have crowned our wishes with the fruition of peace. vhd pns12 vvn j-jn cc vdn j, np1 p-acp d n1, vmd vhi vvn po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 56 Image 5
198 The Marriners Act. 27. 30. (men skilful to shift for themselves at Sea) had a private project for their own safety, The Mariners Act. 27. 30. (men skilful to shift for themselves At Sea) had a private project for their own safety, dt n2 n1 crd crd (n2 j pc-acp vvi p-acp px32 p-acp n1) vhd dt j n1 p-acp po32 d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 57 Image 5
199 namely, to quit their crazie ship, (with the souldiers and passengers therein,) and secretly to convey themselves into the boat. namely, to quit their crazy ship, (with the Soldiers and passengers therein,) and secretly to convey themselves into the boat. av, pc-acp vvi po32 j n1, (p-acp dt n2 cc n2 av,) cc av-jn pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 57 Image 5
200 But their design miscarried being discovered by S. Paul to the souldiers, who cut the ropes of the boat, and let her fall off. But their Design miscarried being discovered by S. Paul to the Soldiers, who Cut the ropes of the boat, and let her fallen off. p-acp po32 n1 vvn vbg vvn p-acp n1 np1 p-acp dt n2, r-crq vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvb pno31 vvi a-acp. (3) text (DIV1) 57 Image 5
201 All men ought to have a publick spirit for the general good of our Nation, the success where of we leave to the al-managing providence of the God of heaven and earth. All men ought to have a public Spirit for the general good of our nation, the success where of we leave to the al-managing providence of the God of heaven and earth. d n2 vmd pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp dt j j pp-f po12 n1, dt n1 c-crq pp-f pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 58 Image 5
202 But I hope it wil be no treason against our State, and I am sure it wil be safe for us, who are but private persons to provide for the securing of our souls, But I hope it will be no treason against our State, and I am sure it will be safe for us, who Are but private Persons to provide for the securing of our Souls, p-acp pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc pns11 vbm j pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno12, r-crq vbr cc-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 58 Image 5
203 and to build a little Cock-boat, or smal Vessel of a quiet conscience in our own hearts ▪ thereby to escape to the Haven of our own Happiness? We wish well to the great Ship of our whole Nation, and to built a little Cockboat, or small Vessel of a quiet conscience in our own hearts ▪ thereby to escape to the Haven of our own Happiness? We wish well to the great Ship of our Whole nation, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp po12 d n2 ▪ av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d n1? pns12 vvb av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 j-jn n1, (3) text (DIV1) 58 Image 5
204 and will never desert it so, but that our best prayers and desires shall go with it. and will never desert it so, but that our best Prayers and Desires shall go with it. cc vmb av-x vvi pn31 av, cc-acp cst po12 js n2 cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 58 Image 5
205 But however providence shall dispose thereof we will stick to the petty Pinnace of Peace in our own consciences. But however providence shall dispose thereof we will stick to the Petty Pinnace of Peace in our own Consciences. cc-acp c-acp n1 vmb vvi av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 58 Image 5
206 Sure I am, no souldiers shall be able to cut the Cables, I mean no forcible impression from without, shall disturb or discompose the peace which is within us. Sure I am, no Soldiers shall be able to Cut the Cables, I mean no forcible impression from without, shall disturb or discompose the peace which is within us. j pns11 vbm, dx n2 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n2, pns11 vvb dx j n1 p-acp p-acp, vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 58 Image 5
207 O the extensiveness of the word End! It is like the widows oyl, 2 King. 4. 6. Which multiplyed to fill the number and bigness of all Vessels brought unto it, Oh the extensiveness of the word End! It is like the Widows oil, 2 King. 4. 6. Which multiplied to fill the number and bigness of all Vessels brought unto it, uh dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb! pn31 vbz av-j dt ng1 n1, crd n1. crd crd r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 vvn p-acp pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 59 Image 5
208 so here bring dayes weeks, months, years, myriads, millions of years end will fill them all, so Here bring days weeks, months, Years, myriads, millions of Years end will fill them all, av av vvi ng2 n2, n2, n2, crd, crd pp-f n2 n1 vmb vvi pno32 d, (3) text (DIV1) 59 Image 5
209 yet it self is never filled, as being the endless end of eternity. yet it self is never filled, as being the endless end of eternity. av pn31 n1 vbz av-x vvn, c-acp vbg dt j n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 59 Image 5
210 We will conclude all with a passage of Columbus, when he first went to make discoverie of the new world. We will conclude all with a passage of Columbus, when he First went to make discovery of the new world. pns12 vmb vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 ord vvd pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 60 Image 5
211 Long time had he sailed and seen nothing but Sea, insomuch as the men and Marriners with him begun to mutiny resolving to go no further, but return home again. Long time had he sailed and seen nothing but Sea, insomuch as the men and Mariners with him begun to mutiny resolving to go no further, but return home again. j n1 vhd pns31 vvn cc vvn pix cc-acp n1, av c-acp dt n2 cc n2 p-acp pno31 vvd pc-acp vvi vvg pc-acp vvi av-dx av-jc, cc-acp n1 av-an av. (3) text (DIV1) 60 Image 5
212 Here Columbus with good words and fair language pacified them for the present, perswading them to sail forward for one month more. Here Columbus with good words and fair language pacified them for the present, persuading them to sail forward for one Monn more. av np1 p-acp j n2 cc j n1 vvd pno32 p-acp dt j, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp crd n1 av-dc. (3) text (DIV1) 60 Image 5
213 That month elapsed, he overintreated them to hold out but 3 weeks longer: That Monn elapsed, he overintreated them to hold out but 3 weeks longer: cst n1 vvn, pns31 vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi av cc-acp crd n2 jc: (3) text (DIV1) 60 Image 5
214 that three weeks expired, he humbly and heartily sued unto them, that for his sake they would sail on but 3 dayes more, promising to comply with the Resolutions of returning, in case that within those 3 dayes, no encouragement to their contrary was discovered. that three weeks expired, he humbly and heartily sued unto them, that for his sake they would sail on but 3 days more, promising to comply with the Resolutions of returning, in case that within those 3 days, no encouragement to their contrary was discovered. cst crd n2 vvn, pns31 av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp pno32, cst p-acp po31 n1 pns32 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp crd n2 av-dc, vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvg, p-acp n1 cst p-acp d crd n2, dx n1 p-acp po32 n-jn vbds vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 60 Image 5
215 Before the ending whereof they descryed fire, which was to them a demonstration that it was not subjected on water, Before the ending whereof they descried fire, which was to them a demonstration that it was not subjected on water, p-acp dt n-vvg c-crq pns32 vvn n1, r-crq vbds p-acp pno32 dt n1 cst pn31 vbds xx vvn p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 60 Image 5
216 and w•• invited them for the finding out of those Islands, whereby others afterwards discovered the whole Continent. and w•• invited them for the finding out of those Islands, whereby Others afterwards discovered the Whole Continent. cc n1 vvd pno32 p-acp dt vvg av pp-f d n2, c-crq n2-jn av vvn dt j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 60 Image 5
217 Whilest we live here below in our bodies, and sail towards another world in our souls and desires, we must expect to meet with much disturbance in our distempered passions: Whilst we live Here below in our bodies, and sail towards Another world in our Souls and Desires, we must expect to meet with much disturbance in our distempered passion: cs pns12 vvb av a-acp p-acp po12 n2, cc vvi p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp po12 j-vvn n2: (3) text (DIV1) 61 Image 5
218 yea, such as sometimes in the hour of temptation will amount to a mutiny; and much dishearten us when tost with the tempest of afflictions we can make no land, discover no hope of happiness. It must then be our work to still and calm our passions, perswading them to persevere ▪ and patiently to proceed though little hope appear for the present. yea, such as sometime in the hour of temptation will amount to a mutiny; and much dishearten us when tossed with the tempest of afflictions we can make no land, discover no hope of happiness. It must then be our work to still and Cam our passion, persuading them to persevere ▪ and patiently to proceed though little hope appear for the present. uh, d c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; cc av-d vvi pno12 c-crq vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pns12 vmb vvi dx n1, vvb dx n1 pp-f n1. pn31 vmb av vbi po12 n1 p-acp j cc j-jn po12 n2, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi ▪ cc av-j pc-acp vvi cs j n1 vvi p-acp dt j. (3) text (DIV1) 61 Image 5
219 Not tha• with Columbus we should indent with our souls to expect any set-time of years, months or dayes, (this were unlawful, and with the wicked, Psal. 78. 41. To limit the Holy One of Israel ) but indefinitely without any notation of time: Not tha• with Columbus we should indent with our Souls to expect any set-time of Years, months or days, (this were unlawful, and with the wicked, Psalm 78. 41. To limit the Holy One of Israel) but indefinitely without any notation of time: xx n1 p-acp np1 pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n2, n2 cc n2, (d vbdr j, cc p-acp dt j, np1 crd crd p-acp n1 dt j pi pp-f np1) p-acp av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: (3) text (DIV1) 61 Image 5
220 Let us till on our souls by degrees, a while, a little while, yet a very little while to depend on God, and go on in goodness. Let us till on our Souls by Degrees, a while, a little while, yet a very little while to depend on God, and go on in Goodness. vvb pno12 p-acp p-acp po12 n2 p-acp n2, dt n1, dt j n1, av dt av av-j cs pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc vvb a-acp p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 61 Image 5
221 Then at last a pillar of fire, a comfortable light of a conscience cleared through the blood an• merits of Christ will appear unto us, not only contenting us for the present, Then At last a pillar of fire, a comfortable Light of a conscience cleared through the blood an• merits of christ will appear unto us, not only contenting us for the present, av p-acp ord dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, xx av-j vvg pno12 p-acp dt j, (3) text (DIV1) 61 Image 5
222 but directing us for the future to that bliss and happiness enjoyed by the Subject of my Text, Mark the Perfect, behold the Vpright; but directing us for the future to that bliss and happiness enjoyed by the Subject of my Text, Mark the Perfect, behold the Upright; cc-acp vvg pno12 p-acp dt j-jn p-acp d n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt j-jn pp-f po11 n1, vvb dt j, vvb dt av-j; (3) text (DIV1) 61 Image 5
223 for the end of that man is Peace. AMEN. FINIS. for the end of that man is Peace. AMEN. FINIS. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1. uh-n. fw-la. (3) text (DIV1) 61 Image 5

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108 0 See his life lately printed. See his life lately printed. vvb po31 n1 av-j vvn.