A brief refutation of the errors tolleration, erastianism, independency and separation delivered in some sermons from I Job. 4. I, preach'd in the year 1652 : to which are added four sermons preach'd on several occasions / by Mr. James Fergusson ...

Fergusson, James, 1621-1667
Publisher: Printed by George Mosman and are to be sold at his shop
Place of Publication: Edinburgh
Publication Year: 1692
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A41202 ESTC ID: R21916 STC ID: F777
Subject Headings: Dissenters, Religious -- England; Sermons, English -- 17th century; Toleration -- Controversial literature;
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0 A SERMON Preached before the SYNOD AT GLASGOW. A SERMON Preached before the SYNOD AT GLASGOW. dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 235
1 APRIL, 5th. 1653. The first SERMON. 1 Corinth. 1. 10. Now I beseech you, Brethren, by the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, APRIL, 5th. 1653. The First SERMON. 1 Corinth. 1. 10. Now I beseech you, Brothers, by the Name of our Lord jesus christ, that you all speak the same thing, np1, ord. crd dt ord n1. crd np1. crd crd av pns11 vvb pn22, n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, cst pn22 d vvb dt d n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 235
2 and that there be no Divisions among you: and that there be no Divisions among you: cc cst pc-acp vbi dx n2 p-acp pn22: (20) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 235
3 but that ye be perfectly join'd together in the same Mind, and in the same Judgement. but that you be perfectly joined together in the same Mind, and in the same Judgement. cc-acp cst pn22 vbb av-j vvn av p-acp dt d n1, cc p-acp dt d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 235
4 THIS Text begins a new Purpose, so it is not necessary to speak much for clearing of the Dependance and Cohesion: THIS Text begins a new Purpose, so it is not necessary to speak much for clearing of the Dependence and Cohesion: d n1 vvz dt j n1, av pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi d p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 cc n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 235
5 Only ye would know somewhat of the State of this Church at the time when this Epistle was written, which will help us not a little to take up the Occasion and Scope of the Words read. Only you would know somewhat of the State of this Church At the time when this Epistle was written, which will help us not a little to take up the Occasion and Scope of the Words read. av-j pn22 vmd vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq d n1 vbds vvn, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 xx dt j pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb. (20) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 236
6 Paul having planted a Church at Corinth, was after driven from thence by the sury of the Jews, Paul having planted a Church At Corinth, was After driven from thence by the sury of the jews, np1 vhg vvn dt n1 p-acp np1, vbds a-acp vvn p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 236
7 as appears from Acts 18. 12. In whose absence, partly through the malice of Satan, partly through the subtilty of false Apostles, the Church was rent in Factions; as appears from Acts 18. 12. In whose absence, partly through the malice of Satan, partly through the subtlety of false Apostles, the Church was rend in Factions; c-acp vvz p-acp n2 crd crd p-acp rg-crq n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 236
8 some taking part with one Pastor and some with another, according to the diverse estimation they held them in, Some taking part with one Pastor and Some with Another, according to the diverse estimation they held them in, d vvg n1 p-acp crd n1 cc d p-acp n-jn, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp, (20) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 236
9 for their Humane Eloquence, great Knowledge, and other parts. for their Humane Eloquence, great Knowledge, and other parts. p-acp po32 j n1, j n1, cc j-jn n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 236
10 The Church being thus rent, the Apostle addresseth himself timously to the Cure of this so Great an Evil: The Church being thus rend, the Apostle Addresseth himself Timely to the Cure of this so Great an Evil: dt n1 vbg av vvn, dt n1 vvz px31 av-j p-acp dt vvb pp-f d av j dt n-jn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 236
11 But because he was almost out of request with the most part of that People; But Because he was almost out of request with the most part of that People; cc-acp c-acp pns31 vbds av av pp-f n1 p-acp dt av-ds n1 pp-f d n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 236
12 tho as he himself, Chap. 4. v. 15. declares, he had begotten them in Christ Jesus through the Gospel; though as he himself, Chap. 4. v. 15. declares, he had begotten them in christ jesus through the Gospel; av c-acp pns31 px31, np1 crd n1 crd vvz, pns31 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 236
13 Therefore as a skill'd Physician being to administer a bitter Potion, he suggereth the brim of the Cup, by shewing, That whatever was Their respect to him, Therefore as a skilled physician being to administer a bitter Potion, he suggest the brim of the Cup, by showing, That whatever was Their respect to him, av p-acp dt j-vvn n1 vbg pc-acp vvi dt j n1, pns31 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg, cst r-crq vbds po32 n1 p-acp pno31, (20) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 236
14 yet his Affection did remain the same towards them; yet his Affection did remain the same towards them; av po31 n1 vdd vvi dt d p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 236
15 And this he insisteth on from the beginning to the tenth Verse, wherein he falls upon the Sore he intends to Cure, to wit, Their Factions and Schism's, Obtesting them gravly in the Name of Jesus Christ, That they would set about the Healing of these woeful Rents, And this he insisteth on from the beginning to the tenth Verse, wherein he falls upon the Soar he intends to Cure, to wit, Their Factions and Schism's, Obtesting them gravly in the Name of jesus christ, That they would Set about the Healing of these woeful Rends, cc d pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt av-j pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, po32 n2 cc n2, vvg pno32 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d j n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 236
16 before they should turn to worse. before they should turn to Worse. c-acp pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp av-jc. (20) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 236
17 In the Words there are two things, 1, A Duty to which they are exhorted. 2. Some Arguments moving them to set about this Duty. In the Words there Are two things, 1, A Duty to which they Are exhorted. 2. some Arguments moving them to Set about this Duty. p-acp dt n2 a-acp vbr crd n2, crd, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn. crd d n2 vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 236
18 The Duty is last in order of the Words, and propounded in three Sentences: 1. That ye all speak the same thing. 2. That there be no Divisions among you. 3. That ye be perfectly joined together in the same Mind, and in the same Judgement. The Duty is last in order of the Words, and propounded in three Sentences: 1. That you all speak the same thing. 2. That there be no Divisions among you. 3. That you be perfectly joined together in the same Mind, and in the same Judgement. dt n1 vbz ord p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2, cc vvn p-acp crd n2: crd cst pn22 d vvb dt d n1. crd cst pc-acp vbi dx n2 p-acp pn22. crd cst pn22 vbb av-j vvn av p-acp dt d n1, cc p-acp dt d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 237
19 The Duty pressed in all these may be taken up in two. 1. An Evil they were to Eschew. 2. A Good which they were to Follow. The Duty pressed in all these may be taken up in two. 1. an Evil they were to Eschew. 2. A Good which they were to Follow. dt n1 vvn p-acp d d vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp crd. crd dt n-jn pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi. crd dt j r-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi. (20) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 237
20 The Evil to be Eschewed is in the second Sentence, to wit, That there be no Divisions or (as it is in the Original) Schism's among you. I shall not enter to speak of the nature of Schism, or how it differeth from Heresy; It is sufficient for the opening up of the Text, to know what Divisions or Schisms the Apostle meaneth by here: The Evil to be Eschewed is in the second Sentence, to wit, That there be no Divisions or (as it is in the Original) Schism's among you. I shall not enter to speak of the nature of Schism, or how it differeth from Heresy; It is sufficient for the opening up of the Text, to know what Divisions or Schisms the Apostle means by Here: dt j-jn pc-acp vbi vvn vbz p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi, cst pc-acp vbi dx n2 cc (c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn) vvz p-acp pn22. pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp n1; pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 cc n2 dt n1 vvz p-acp av: (20) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 237
21 And that is know'n from the following Verse, to wit, Their Factious sidings in extolling One Minister, And that is known from the following Verse, to wit, Their Factious sidings in extolling One Minister, cc cst vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvg vvb, p-acp n1, po32 j n2 p-acp vvg crd n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 237
22 and debasing Another, with many fruitless Janglings and other bad consequences following thereupon, whereof doubtless this was One, The engaging of the Ministers themselves in Parties for upholding their Dependants, and debasing another, with many fruitless Janglings and other bad consequences following thereupon, whereof doubtless this was One, The engaging of the Ministers themselves in Parties for upholding their Dependants, cc vvg j-jn, p-acp d j n2-vvg cc j-jn j n2 vvg av, c-crq av-j d vbds pi, dt vvg pp-f dt n2 px32 p-acp n2 p-acp vvg po32 n2-jn, (20) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 237
23 So Verse 12. — Every one of you saith I am of Paul, and I of Apollos, and I of Cephas — One saith Paul is best, let us follow him: So Verse 12. — Every one of you Says I am of Paul, and I of Apollos, and I of Cephas — One Says Paul is best, let us follow him: av vvb crd — d crd pp-f pn22 vvz p-acp vbm pp-f np1, cc pns11 pp-f np1, cc pns11 pp-f np1 — pi vvz np1 vbz js, vvb pno12 vvi pno31: (20) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 237
24 Another sayeth, Nay, but Apollos is best, we'll follow him: A third saith, Cephas is better than them both, I'le follow none of them: another Saith, Nay, but Apollos is best, we'll follow him: A third Says, Cephas is better than them both, I'll follow none of them: n-jn vvz, uh-x, cc-acp npg1 vbz js, pns12|vmb vvi pno31: dt ord vvz, np1 vbz jc cs pno32 d, pns11|vmb vvi pix pp-f pno32: (20) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 237
25 Now away with these fruitless Contests saith he. In the next place. Now away with these fruitless Contests Says he. In the next place. av av p-acp d j n2 vvz pns31. p-acp dt ord n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 237
26 There is the Good to be Followed, and that is threefold, in opposition to three sorts of Evils which usually accompany Schism in a Church. There is the Good to be Followed, and that is threefold, in opposition to three sorts of Evils which usually accompany Schism in a Church. pc-acp vbz dt j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc d vbz j, p-acp n1 p-acp crd n2 pp-f n2-jn r-crq av-j vvi n1 p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 237
27 The first Evil accompanying Schism, is, Flat Contradiction, first among Ministers, and next among People; The First Evil accompanying Schism, is, Flat Contradiction, First among Ministers, and next among People; dt ord n-jn j-vvg n1, vbz, j n1, ord p-acp n2, cc ord p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 238
28 when not only their Opinions do differ, but they are so hot upon the Business, that at all occasions they proclaim their Differences ▪ In opposition to this, he exhorts them To speak the same thing, that is, They would beware of Contradictions in a matter of so small importance; when not only their Opinions do differ, but they Are so hight upon the Business, that At all occasions they proclaim their Differences ▪ In opposition to this, he exhorts them To speak the same thing, that is, They would beware of Contradictions in a matter of so small importance; q-crq xx av-j po32 n2 vdb vvi, cc-acp pns32 vbr av j p-acp dt n1, cst p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb po32 n2 ▪ p-acp n1 p-acp d, pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi dt d n1, cst vbz, pns32 vmd vvi pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 238
29 Wherein they agreed, they would speak to that; Wherein they agreed, they would speak to that; c-crq pns32 vvd, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp d; (20) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 238
30 Wherein they differ'd, they would forbear others, spending their time and parts upon more edifying purpose. Wherein they differed, they would forbear Others, spending their time and parts upon more edifying purpose. c-crq pns32 vvd, pns32 vmd vvi n2-jn, vvg po32 n1 cc n2 p-acp dc j-vvg n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 238
31 The second Evil accompanying Schism in a Church, is, Renting of Affections, When the Members of one Body turn cold-rife one towards another and their Affection dyeth: The second Evil accompanying Schism in a Church, is, Renting of Affections, When the Members of one Body turn cold-rife one towards Another and their Affection Dies: dt ord j-jn vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz, vvg pp-f n2, c-crq dt n2 pp-f crd n1 vvi j pi p-acp n-jn cc po32 n1 vvz: (20) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 238
32 In opoosition to this Evil he exhorts them to be Joined together in the same Mind, or the same Affection. In opoosition to this Evil he exhorts them to be Joined together in the same Mind, or the same Affection. p-acp n1 p-acp d n-jn pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt d n1, cc dt d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 238
33 It's true, the Word here rendred Mind, is used indifferently for the whole Faculties of the Soul, It's true, the Word Here rendered Mind, is used indifferently for the Whole Faculties of the Soul, pn31|vbz j, dt n1 av vvn n1, vbz vvn av-j p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 238
34 as the Understanding, Will, and Affections; But the Understanding being spoken to under the Word Judgement, which followeth; as the Understanding, Will, and Affections; But the Understanding being spoken to under the Word Judgement, which follows; c-acp dt n1, n1, cc n2; cc-acp dt n1 vbg vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 n1, r-crq vvz; (20) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 238
35 We think with some of the best Interpreters, That by the Mind here is meaned the Affections: So the thing he presseth in the second Place, is, That not only they would forbear others in the matter of their Publick Expressions, We think with Some of the best Interpreters, That by the Mind Here is meaned the Affections: So the thing he Presseth in the second Place, is, That not only they would forbear Others in the matter of their Public Expressions, pns12 vvb p-acp d pp-f dt js n2, cst p-acp dt n1 av vbz vvd dt n2: av dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, vbz, cst xx av-j pns32 vmd vvi n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 238
36 but also would labour to blow at the Coal of their almost dying Affections The third Evil accompanying a Schism, is, Difference of Judgement; but also would labour to blow At the Coal of their almost dying Affections The third Evil accompanying a Schism, is, Difference of Judgement; cc-acp av vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 av vvg n2 dt ord n-jn vvg dt n1, vbz, n1 pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 238
37 And in opposition to this, he exhorts them to be Perfectly joined in the same Judgement. And in opposition to this, he exhorts them to be Perfectly joined in the same Judgement. cc p-acp n1 p-acp d, pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 238
38 The meaning is, They would labour to remove the Root of the Difference by coming to One Judgement: Not as if the Apostle had been careless what Judgement they had been of, providing they had been One; The meaning is, They would labour to remove the Root of the Difference by coming to One Judgement: Not as if the Apostle had been careless what Judgement they had been of, providing they had been One; dt n1 vbz, pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp crd n1: xx c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vbn j r-crq n1 pns32 vhd vbn pp-f, vvg pns32 vhd vbn crd; (20) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 239
39 No, the one part of every Contradiction is Truth, and there is no Truth which the Apostle would have denied for Peace. This for the Duty pressed: No, the one part of every Contradiction is Truth, and there is no Truth which the Apostle would have denied for Peace. This for the Duty pressed: uh-x, dt crd n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 r-crq dt n1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp n1. d p-acp dt n1 vvd: (20) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 239
40 Next there are some Arguments perswading to this Duty. Next there Are Some Arguments persuading to this Duty. ord pc-acp vbr d n2 vvg p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 239
41 As 1. There is the Apostles Insinuation, partly in his Affectionate Exhortation, I beseech you, partly in his lovely Compellation, Brethren. 2. There is his Grave Obtestation — By the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ — That is to say, As 1. There is the Apostles Insinuation, partly in his Affectionate Exhortation, I beseech you, partly in his lovely Compellation, Brothers. 2. There is his Grave Obtestation — By the Name of our Lord jesus christ — That is to say, p-acp crd pc-acp vbz dt np1 n1, av p-acp po31 j n1, pns11 vvb pn22, av p-acp po31 j n1, n2. crd pc-acp vbz po31 j n1 — p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1 — cst vbz pc-acp vvi, (20) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 239
42 as the Name of Christ is dear to you, which ye profess so much respect unto, as the Name of christ is dear to you, which you profess so much respect unto, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j-jn p-acp pn22, r-crq pn22 vvb av d n1 p-acp, (20) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 239
43 so set about the Cure of these Factions and Fractious Sidings and Schisms, by which His Name suffereth so much. so Set about the Cure of these Factions and Fractious Sidings and Schisms, by which His Name suffers so much. av vvn p-acp dt vvb pp-f d n2 cc j n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vvz av av-d. (20) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 239
44 There is a third Argument to enforce this Duty, in the words perfectly joined, whereby the Apostle hints at the great Evil the Church was under by the present Schism, and the great good they should attain to by the removal of it. There is a third Argument to enforce this Duty, in the words perfectly joined, whereby the Apostle hints At the great Evil the Church was under by the present Schism, and the great good they should attain to by the removal of it. pc-acp vbz dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp dt n2 av-j vvn, c-crq dt n1 n2 p-acp dt j j-jn dt n1 vbds p-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc dt j av-j pns32 vmd vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 239
45 The word in the Original is borrowed from the Office of Chirurgeons, and that part of it which consists in the mending of broken Bones, The word in the Original is borrowed from the Office of Chirurgeons, and that part of it which consists in the mending of broken Bones, dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc d n1 pp-f pn31 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j-vvn n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 239
46 and setting in joynt of Dislocated Members: and setting in joint of Dislocated Members: cc vvg p-acp n1 pp-f vvn n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 239
47 So it imports 1. That through occasion of the Schism they were put all out of joynt: So it imports 1. That through occasion of the Schism they were put all out of joint: av pn31 vvz crd cst p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vbdr vvn d av pp-f n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 239
48 All the Members of the Church were Dislocated, and therefore unfit, so long as they remained in that case, All the Members of the Church were Dislocated, and Therefore unfit, so long as they remained in that case, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr vvn, cc av j, av av-j c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 239
49 for doing of any good Office to the Body. 2. It imports, that their following of his Advice for removing of the Schism, would set every Member of the Body in it's own place, for doing of any good Office to the Body. 2. It imports, that their following of his advice for removing of the Schism, would Set every Member of the Body in it's own place, p-acp vdg pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt n1. crd pn31 vvz, cst po32 vvg pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1, vmd vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31|vbz d n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 239
50 and so enable the Body for going about actions profitable unto it self, which now (the whole Members being out of joynt) it could not do. This and so enable the Body for going about actions profitable unto it self, which now (the Whole Members being out of joint) it could not do. This cc av vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2 j p-acp pn31 n1, r-crq av (dt j-jn n2 vbg av pp-f n1) pn31 vmd xx vdi. np1 (20) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 239
51 This much for opening up the meaning of the Words. This much for opening up the meaning of the Words. d d p-acp vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 240
52 Divers points of Truth, arising from the several branches of the Text, might here be handled; Diverse points of Truth, arising from the several branches of the Text, might Here be handled; j n2 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, vmd av vbi vvn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 240
53 but I intend to insist upon One arising from the scope which will comprehended the most part of the rest; but I intend to insist upon One arising from the scope which will comprehended the most part of the rest; cc-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pi vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmb vvn dt av-ds n1 pp-f dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 240
54 It is this, Vnity in the Church, is a thing much to be laboured for and sought after; It is this, Unity in the Church, is a thing much to be laboured for and sought After; pn31 vbz d, n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 av-d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cc vvd a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 240
55 and Division and Schism in a Church, is much to be eschewed. and Division and Schism in a Church, is much to be Eschewed. cc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 240
56 In prosecuting this Doctrine I shall first distinguish Vnion, That we may know what Vnion is meaned. 2. I shall confirm the point. 1. By Scripture. 2. By Reason, 3. I shall apply the Doctrine for our Vse. In prosecuting this Doctrine I shall First distinguish union, That we may know what union is meaned. 2. I shall confirm the point. 1. By Scripture. 2. By Reason, 3. I shall apply the Doctrine for our Use. p-acp vvg d n1 pns11 vmb ord vvi n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi r-crq n1 vbz vvd. crd pns11 vmb vvi dt n1. crd p-acp n1. crd p-acp n1, crd pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 vvb. (20) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 240
57 First then, To know what Vnion the Text and Doctrine speaks of: First then, To know what union the Text and Doctrine speaks of: ord av, pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 dt n1 cc n1 vvz pp-f: (20) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 240
58 It's fit you know, That there are several sorts of Union. 1. There is an Union of the Church Invisible, the tye and bond whereof is Inward Graces: It's fit you know, That there Are several sorts of union. 1. There is an union of the Church Invisible, the tie and bound whereof is Inward Graces: pn31|vbz j pn22 vvb, cst a-acp vbr j n2 pp-f n1. crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j, dt n1 cc n1 c-crq vbz j n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 240
59 All the Members of the Church Invisible are United to Christ the Head by Faith, and one to another by Love. All the Members of the Church Invisible Are United to christ the Head by Faith, and one to Another by Love. d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 j vbr vvn p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp n1, cc pi p-acp j-jn p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 240
60 This is not the Union here meaned, The Text speaks of a Visible Union of the Church Visible, In Opposition to a Visible Rent and Schism. This is not the union Here meaned, The Text speaks of a Visible union of the Church Visible, In Opposition to a Visible Rend and Schism. d vbz xx dt n1 av vvd, dt n1 vvz pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 240
61 Secondly, There is an Union of the Church Visible, and of it's Members among themselves. This again is twofold; Secondly, There is an union of the Church Visible, and of it's Members among themselves. This again is twofold; ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j, cc pp-f pn31|vbz n2 p-acp px32. np1 av vbz j; (20) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 240
62 The first is That Vnion, which is necessary to the Being of a Church, and the Being of a Member: The First is That union, which is necessary to the Being of a Church, and the Being of a Member: dt ord vbz cst n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp dt vbg pp-f dt n1, cc av vbg pp-f dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 240
63 So that a Church cannot be a Church, nor a Man a Member of the Visible Church without it: So that a Church cannot be a Church, nor a Man a Member of the Visible Church without it: av cst dt n1 vmbx vbi dt n1, ccx dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pn31: (20) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 240
64 Wherein this Vnion consists, is Controverted betwixt Us and the Independants. But the Doctrine meaneth not of This Vnion either; Wherein this union consists, is Controverted betwixt Us and the Independents. But the Doctrine means not of This union either; c-crq d n1 vvz, vbz vvn p-acp pno32 cc dt n2-jn. p-acp dt n1 vvz xx pp-f d n1 av-d; (20) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 240
65 So we insist not on it. So we insist not on it. av pns12 vvb xx p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 241
66 The Vnion pressed in the Text, is such, that the Church at Corinth for the time did want, and yet remained a Church. The union pressed in the Text, is such, that the Church At Corinth for the time did want, and yet remained a Church. dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz d, cst dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 vdd vvi, cc av vvd dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 241
67 The Union therefore here meaned is, A second sort of Union belonging to the Visible Church: The union Therefore Here meaned is, A second sort of union belonging to the Visible Church: dt n1 av av vvd vbz, dt ord n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt j n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 241
68 To wit, That which is necessary to the Well-being of a Church; To wit, That which is necessary to the Well-being of a Church; p-acp n1, cst r-crq vbz j p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 241
69 without the which tho a Church remain a Church, yet she losseth much of her outward Beauty, her Authority is much weakned, her great work, which is the edification of her self in Love ( Eph. 4. 13.) is much retarded: without the which though a Church remain a Church, yet she losseth much of her outward Beauty, her authority is much weakened, her great work, which is the edification of her self in Love (Ephesians 4. 13.) is much retarded: p-acp dt r-crq cs dt n1 vvi dt n1, av pns31 vvz d pp-f po31 j n1, po31 n1 vbz av-d vvn, po31 j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1 (np1 crd crd) vbz d vvn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 241
70 She remains a Church, but not such a Church as is described, Cant. 6. 10. Who is she that looketh forth as the Morning, fair as the Moon, clear as the Sun, She remains a Church, but not such a Church as is described, Cant 6. 10. Who is she that looks forth as the Morning, fair as the Moon, clear as the Sun, pns31 vvz dt n1, cc-acp xx d dt n1 c-acp vbz vvn, np1 crd crd q-crq vbz pns31 cst vvz av p-acp dt n1, j c-acp dt n1, j c-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 241
71 and terrible as an Army with Banners? A divided Church is not such a Church. and terrible as an Army with Banners? A divided Church is not such a Church. cc j c-acp dt n1 p-acp n2? dt j-vvn n1 vbz xx d dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 241
72 But for further understanding of the Vnion here pressed, ye would know that this Union which is necessary to the Well-being of a Church is Threefold. 1. There is an Union in Judgement, But for further understanding of the union Here pressed, you would know that this union which is necessary to the Well-being of a Church is Threefold. 1. There is an union in Judgement, cc-acp p-acp jc n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvn, pn22 vmd vvi cst d n1 r-crq vbz j p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1 vbz j. crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 241
73 when there is no considerable Difference among the Members of the Church, in the matter of Opinion; when there is no considerable Difference among the Members of the Church, in the matter of Opinion; c-crq pc-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 241
74 When all Think the same thing. And this is here pressed, Be prefectly joined in one Judgement. When all Think the same thing. And this is Here pressed, Be prefectly joined in one Judgement. c-crq d vvb dt d n1. cc d vbz av vvn, vbb av-j vvn p-acp crd n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 241
75 2. There is an Union in Heart and Affections spoken of Act. 4. 32. The multitude of them that believed were of one Heart, 2. There is an union in Heart and Affections spoken of Act. 4. 32. The multitude of them that believed were of one Heart, crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n2 vvn pp-f n1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f pno32 d vvn vbdr pp-f crd n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 241
76 and of one Soul. And this Union is also here pressed, — Be perfectly join'd together in the same Mind, or in Love and Affection, and of one Soul. And this union is also Here pressed, — Be perfectly joined together in the same Mind, or in Love and Affection, cc pp-f crd n1 cc d n1 vbz av av vvn, — vbb av-j vvn av p-acp dt d n1, cc p-acp n1 cc n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 241
77 as we shew'd in the opening up of the Words. 3. There is an Union in Practice, as we showed in the opening up of the Words. 3. There is an union in Practice, c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f dt n2. crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 241
78 and that is, when whatever Difference there is in Judgement, yet it's not openly proclaim'd: and that is, when whatever Difference there is in Judgement, yet it's not openly proclaimed: cc d vbz, c-crq r-crq n1 a-acp vbz p-acp n1, av pn31|vbz xx av-j vvn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 241
79 Publick Contradictions and Eristick Debates are eschewed, and an unanimous joint practice in these things, wherein there is Agreement, is followed. Public Contradictions and Eristic Debates Are Eschewed, and an unanimous joint practice in these things, wherein there is Agreement, is followed. j n2 cc j n2 vbr vvn, cc dt j j n1 p-acp d n2, c-crq pc-acp vbz n1, vbz vvn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 242
80 And this Union is also pressed in the Text, I beseech you — that ye all speak the same thing. And this union is also pressed in the Text, I beseech you — that you all speak the same thing. cc d n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb pn22 — cst pn22 d vvb dt d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 242
81 So it's clear the Text means all these three sorts of Union, the Doctrine intends them All, So it's clear the Text means all these three sorts of union, the Doctrine intends them All, av pn31|vbz j dt n1 vvz d d crd n2 pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz pno32 d, (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 242
82 and as might be made evident, other Scriptures press them All. Only this, we would know, the Order wherein they are pressed, to wit, and as might be made evident, other Scriptures press them All. Only this, we would know, the Order wherein they Are pressed, to wit, cc a-acp vmd vbi vvn j, j-jn n2 vvb pno32 d j d, pns12 vmd vvi, dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 242
83 So as every Breach in the Former, is not to make a Breach in the Latter; So as every Breach in the Former, is not to make a Breach in the Latter; av c-acp d n1 p-acp dt j, vbz xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt d; (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 242
84 Every Difference in Judgement, is not to make a Rent in Heart or Affection; Every Difference in Judgement, is not to make a Rend in Heart or Affection; d n1 p-acp n1, vbz xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 242
85 Nor, tho a Rent be in both, doth it infer necessarly a Divided Practice, at least in these things wherein there is Agreement: Nor, though a Rend be in both, does it infer necessarily a Divided Practice, At least in these things wherein there is Agreement: ccx, cs dt n1 vbb p-acp d, vdz pn31 vvi av-j dt j-vvn n1, p-acp ds p-acp d n2 c-crq pc-acp vbz n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 242
86 And for that, the Scripture is clear, especially Philipp. 3. 15, 16 where v. 15 the Apostle supposeth difference of Judgement among the Philippians, as to the point he is there speaking of ▪ and subjoineth for matter of Practice, v. 16. Nevertheless, whereunto we have already attained, let us walk by the same Rule, That is to say, And for that, the Scripture is clear, especially Philip. 3. 15, 16 where v. 15 the Apostle Supposeth difference of Judgement among the Philippians, as to the point he is there speaking of ▪ and subjoineth for matter of Practice, v. 16. Nevertheless, whereunto we have already attained, let us walk by the same Rule, That is to say, cc p-acp d, dt n1 vbz j, av-j np1. crd crd, crd n1 n1 crd dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt njp2, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbz pc-acp vvg pp-f ▪ cc vvz p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1 crd av, c-crq pns12 vhb av vvn, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt d n1, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 242
87 Tho we cannot agree in all things, yet let us eschew the prolaiming of Our Differences, by Our contrary Practices. Though we cannot agree in all things, yet let us eschew the prolaiming of Our Differences, by Our contrary Practices. cs pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp d n2, av vvb pno12 vvi dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2, p-acp po12 j-jn n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 242
88 This much for the first thing, to wit, What Union the Doctrine presseth. This much for the First thing, to wit, What union the Doctrine Presseth. d d p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi, q-crq n1 dt n1 vvz. (20) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 242
89 It is an Union necessary to the Well-being of the Visible Church, particularly, an Union in Judgement, an Union in Affection, an Union in Practice: An Union all these wayes is to be sought for and laboured after, It is an union necessary to the Well-being of the Visible Church, particularly, an union in Judgement, an union in Affection, an union in Practice: an union all these ways is to be sought for and laboured After, pn31 vbz dt n1 j p-acp dt j pp-f dt j n1, av-j, dt n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 p-acp n1: dt n1 d d n2 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cc vvd a-acp, (20) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 242
90 yet so as, if we cannot attain to Union in the Former, we are yet still to endeavour it in the Latter. yet so as, if we cannot attain to union in the Former, we Are yet still to endeavour it in the Latter. av av c-acp, cs pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt j, pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt d. (20) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 242
91 For Confirmation of this Truth we might cite several Scriptures. 1. These wherein this Union is promised to the Church, For Confirmation of this Truth we might Cite several Scriptures. 1. These wherein this union is promised to the Church, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pns12 vmd vvi j n2. crd np1 c-crq d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 243
92 and that as a rich Covenant Blessing, such as Jer. 32. 39. — I will give them one Heart, and that as a rich Covenant Blessing, such as Jer. 32. 39. — I will give them one Heart, cc cst p-acp dt j n1 n1, d c-acp np1 crd crd — pns11 vmb vvi pno32 crd n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 243
93 and one way that they may fear Me for ever — The like is in Ezek. 37. 22. 2. These Scriptures wherein this Vnion is highly commended: and one Way that they may Fear Me for ever — The like is in Ezekiel 37. 22. 2. These Scriptures wherein this union is highly commended: cc crd n1 cst pns32 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp av — dt j vbz p-acp np1 crd crd crd np1 n2 c-crq d n1 vbz av-j vvn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 243
94 Especially Ps. 133. 1. Behold how good and how pleasant it is, for Brethren to dwell together in Vnity — and so through the whole. 3. These Scriptures which hold out the Mediator's Prayer to the Father for this Union, Joh. 17. 21. That they all may be one, Especially Ps. 133. 1. Behold how good and how pleasant it is, for Brothers to dwell together in Unity — and so through the Whole. 3. These Scriptures which hold out the Mediator's Prayer to the Father for this union, John 17. 21. That they all may be one, av-j np1 crd crd vvb c-crq j cc c-crq j pn31 vbz, c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1 — cc av p-acp dt j-jn. crd np1 n2 r-crq vvb av dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd cst pns32 d vmb vbi pi, (20) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 243
95 as Thou Father art in Me, and I in Thee, that they also may be one in Vs — and so v. 23. 4. Those Scriptures where this Union is expresly enjoyned and pressed whereof there are many; as Thou Father art in Me, and I in Thee, that they also may be one in Us — and so v. 23. 4. Those Scriptures where this union is expressly enjoined and pressed whereof there Are many; c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pno21, cst pns32 av vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12 — cc av n1 crd crd d n2 c-crq d n1 vbz av-j vvn cc vvn c-crq pc-acp vbr d; (20) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 243
96 Such as Philipp. 2. 1, 2, 3. If there be — any consolation in Christ, Such as Philip. 2. 1, 2, 3. If there be — any consolation in christ, d c-acp np1. crd crd, crd, crd cs pc-acp vbi — d n1 p-acp np1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 243
97 if any comfort of Love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any Bowels and Mercies; if any Comfort of Love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any Bowels and mercies; cs d n1 pp-f n1, cs d n1 pp-f dt n1, cs d n2 cc n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 243
98 Fulfil ye My Joy, that ye be like minded, having the same Love, being of one accord, of one mind. Fulfil you My Joy, that you be like minded, having the same Love, being of one accord, of one mind. vvb pn22 po11 n1, cst pn22 vbb av-j vvn, vhg dt d n1, vbg pp-f crd n1, pp-f crd n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 243
99 And 2 Cor. 13. 11. Finally Brethren, farewel — be of one mind, live in peace —. And 2 Cor. 13. 11. Finally Brothers, farewell — be of one mind, live in peace —. cc crd np1 crd crd av-j n2, n1 — vbb pp-f crd n1, vvb p-acp n1 —. (20) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 243
100 And lastly, these Scriptures where Division contrary to Unity is condemned, as Rom. 16. 17. — I beseech you, Brethren, mark them which cause Divisions and Offences, and avoid them. And lastly, these Scriptures where Division contrary to Unity is condemned, as Rom. 16. 17. — I beseech you, Brothers, mark them which cause Divisions and Offences, and avoid them. cc ord, d n2 c-crq n1 j-jn p-acp n1 vbz vvn, c-acp np1 crd crd — pns11 vvb pn22, n2, vvb pno32 r-crq n1 n2 cc n2, cc vvi pno32. (20) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 243
101 But for further Confirmation of this Truth, we shall in the next place, bring foreward some Reasons, concluding the equity and necessity, of seeking after, But for further Confirmation of this Truth, we shall in the next place, bring forward Some Reasons, concluding the equity and necessity, of seeking After, cc-acp p-acp jc n1 pp-f d n1, pns12 vmb p-acp dt ord n1, vvb av-j d n2, vvg dt n1 cc n1, pp-f vvg a-acp, (20) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 243
102 and entertaining of Unity in the Church, which shall also serve as motives to the Duty. Reason 1. Union furthers Edification: and entertaining of Unity in the Church, which shall also serve as motives to the Duty. Reason 1. union furthers Edification: cc vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmb av vvi p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1. n1 crd np1 vvz n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 243
103 So Eph. 4. 3. Union is pressed; So Ephesians 4. 3. union is pressed; av np1 crd crd np1 vbz vvn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 243
104 And One Fruit among many to be reaped hereby, is (v. 12.) the edifying of the Body of Christ. And One Fruit among many to be reaped hereby, is (v. 12.) the edifying of the Body of christ. cc crd n1 p-acp d p-acp vbb vvn av, vbz (n1 crd) dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 244
105 And as Unity furthers Edification, so Division marreth it; And as Unity furthers Edification, so Division marreth it; cc p-acp n1 vvz n1, av n1 vvz pn31; (20) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 244
106 Divisions in a Church, tho about small things, yet if stiffly mantain'd, prove a great stumbling Block to the Weak; Divisions in a Church, though about small things, yet if stiffly maintained, prove a great stumbling Block to the Weak; n2 p-acp dt n1, cs p-acp j n2, av cs av-j vvn, vvb dt j j-vvg n1 p-acp dt j; (20) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 244
107 they are put to doubt all Truths, because Men gracious and learned doubt of some: they Are put to doubt all Truths, Because Men gracious and learned doubt of Some: pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d n2, c-acp n2 j cc j n1 pp-f d: (20) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 244
108 So Division not only marreth progress in the building, but striketh at the very foundation of what is already built. So Division not only marreth progress in the building, but striketh At the very Foundation of what is already built. av n1 xx av-j vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av vvn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 244
109 Reas. 2. Divisions in a Church make the Ministers contemptible: Reas. 2. Divisions in a Church make the Ministers contemptible: np1 crd n2 p-acp dt n1 vvi dt n2 j: (20) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 244
110 Of all Men Ministers suffer most this way, because usually they are most active in beginning and upholding the Division; Of all Men Ministers suffer most this Way, Because usually they Are most active in beginning and upholding the Division; pp-f d n2 n2 vvb av-js d n1, c-acp av-j pns32 vbr av-ds j p-acp n1 cc vvg dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 244
111 and usually even these who have Truth for them, suffer much (if not most) this way: and usually even these who have Truth for them, suffer much (if not most) this Way: cc av-j av d r-crq vhb n1 p-acp pno32, vvb d (cs xx ds) d n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 244
112 Paul, tho an Apostle, and a Man for Truth, yet he lost much of the former esteem he had amongst the Corinthians, though once they would have pluck'd out their Eyes for him, Paul, though an Apostle, and a Man for Truth, yet he lost much of the former esteem he had among the Corinthians, though once they would have plucked out their Eyes for him, np1, av dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1, av pns31 vvd d pp-f dt j n1 pns31 vhd p-acp dt np1, cs a-acp pns32 vmd vhi vvn av po32 n2 p-acp pno31, (20) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 244
113 yet through the Division, their Distemper grew to such an hight, that he was look'd on as Contemptible — rude in speech — yea A Fool, and what not? as appears from 2 Cor: 10. 10. Ch. 11. 6, 16. Reas. 3. The Essential Unity of the Church, and the many things wherein a Church agreeth that way, should enforce this Union. yet through the Division, their Distemper grew to such an hight, that he was looked on as Contemptible — rude in speech — yea A Fool, and what not? as appears from 2 Cor: 10. 10. Christ 11. 6, 16. Reas. 3. The Essential Unity of the Church, and the many things wherein a Church agreeth that Way, should enforce this union. av p-acp dt n1, po32 n1 vvd p-acp d dt n1, cst pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp j — j p-acp n1 — uh dt n1, cc q-crq xx? c-acp vvz p-acp crd fw-la: crd crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt d n2 c-crq dt n1 vvz d n1, vmd vvi d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 244
114 The Apostle Paul, Eph. 4. draweth a strong Argument for Unity and Peace in the Church, from this Ground. The Apostle Paul, Ephesians 4. draws a strong Argument for Unity and Peace in the Church, from this Ground. dt n1 np1, np1 crd vvz dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 244
115 The Duty is propounded v. 3. Endeavouring to keep the Vnity of the Spirit in the Bond of Peace. The Duty is propounded v. 3. Endeavouring to keep the Unity of the Spirit in the Bound of Peace. dt n1 vbz vvn n1 crd vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 244
116 And v. 4, 5, 6. it is pressed by this Argument, There is on Body, and one Spirit, — One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism; And v. 4, 5, 6. it is pressed by this Argument, There is on Body, and one Spirit, — One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism; cc n1 crd, crd, crd pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, a-acp vbz p-acp n1, cc crd n1, — crd n1, crd n1, crd n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 244
117 One God and Father of all ▪ — Here are many Ones together in two or three lines, One God and Father of all ▪ — Here Are many Ones together in two or three lines, crd np1 cc n1 pp-f d ▪ — av vbr d pi2 av p-acp crd cc crd n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 245
118 as if he had said, What a shame is it for you who are so many wayes One, to rent in pieces for a thing of so small moment. as if he had said, What a shame is it for you who Are so many ways One, to rend in Pieces for a thing of so small moment. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, q-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 p-acp pn22 r-crq vbr av d n2 crd, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 245
119 Reas. 4. Divisions in a Church turn away every Man's Eye from his main Task; Reas. 4. Divisions in a Church turn away every Man's Eye from his main Task; np1 crd n2 p-acp dt n1 vvb av d ng1 n1 p-acp po31 j n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 245
120 I mean from the joint opposing of Satan's main Design, to be wrangling one with another: I mean from the joint opposing of Satan's main Design, to be wrangling one with Another: pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 vvg pp-f npg1 j n1, pc-acp vbi j-vvg pi p-acp n-jn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 245
121 It's Satans Policy when he intends to bear down Truth in a Church, to set those who should oppose him most, by the Ears about smaller things, that so he may carry his point with less difficulty; It's Satan Policy when he intends to bear down Truth in a Church, to Set those who should oppose him most, by the Ears about smaller things, that so he may carry his point with less difficulty; pn31|vbz npg1 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi d r-crq vmd vvi pno31 av-ds, p-acp dt n2 p-acp jc n2, cst av pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dc n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 245
122 herein making use of Matchiavils (or rather his own) Principle divide & impera, Divide and Carry. herein making use of Matchiavils (or rather his own) Principle divide & Impera, Divide and Carry. av vvg n1 pp-f vvz (cc av-c po31 d) n1 vvi cc fw-la, vvb cc vvi. (20) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 245
123 It's often seen that the nearer those who differ come to one another, they drive on their point against others with the greater Animosity and Eagerness; It's often seen that the nearer those who differ come to one Another, they drive on their point against Others with the greater Animosity and Eagerness; pn31|vbz av vvn cst dt av-jc d q-crq vvb vvi p-acp crd j-jn, pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n2-jn p-acp dt jc n1 cc n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 245
124 the Jews and Samaritans were at greater variance than Jews and Heathens: the jews and Samaritans were At greater variance than jews and heathens: dt np2 cc njp2 vbdr p-acp jc n1 cs np2 cc n2-jn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 245
125 And the Reason is this, The less the Difference is, they have the more hopes to bring others to their mind, And the Reason is this, The less the Difference is, they have the more hope's to bring Others to their mind, cc dt n1 vbz d, dt av-dc dt n1 vbz, pns32 vhb dt dc n2 pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp po32 n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 245
126 hence their mutual On-setts are more furious, and their Disappointments the more bitter, the higher they were in their hopes; hence their mutual Onsets Are more furious, and their Disappointments the more bitter, the higher they were in their hope's; av po32 j j vbr av-dc j, cc po32 n2 dt av-dc j, dt jc pns32 vbdr p-acp po32 n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 245
127 and in the mean time while they mind nothing so much as to bear down one another, Satan cometh good speed in bearing down of Truth and Them and All. and in the mean time while they mind nothing so much as to bear down one Another, Satan comes good speed in bearing down of Truth and Them and All. cc p-acp dt j n1 cs pns32 vvb pix av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp crd j-jn, np1 vvz j n1 p-acp vvg a-acp pp-f n1 cc pno32 cc d (20) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 245
128 Reas. 5. Union when once lost in a Church, is hardly ever again attained: Reas. 5. union when once lost in a Church, is hardly ever again attained: np1 crd np1 c-crq a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz av av av vvn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 245
129 We read Act. 15. 39. that Paul and Barnabas parted, but we hear nothing of their meeting again. We read Act. 15. 39. that Paul and Barnabas parted, but we hear nothing of their meeting again. pns12 vvb n1 crd crd d np1 cc np1 vvd, cc-acp pns12 vvb pix pp-f po32 n1 av. (20) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 245
130 And Church History sheweth us, That Schisms in a Church for almost just nothing have continued incureable for some Generations, And Church History shows us, That Schisms in a Church for almost just nothing have continued incurable for Some Generations, cc n1 n1 vvz pno12, cst n2 p-acp dt n1 c-acp av j pix vhb vvn j p-acp d n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 246
131 until not only the Authors and Ring-leaders of the Schism, but also their Disciples were removed by Death. Osiand. Gent. 4. until not only the Authors and Ringleaders of the Schism, but also their Disciples were removed by Death. Osiander. Gent. 4. c-acp xx av-j dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp av po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n1. np1. n1 crd (20) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 246
132 Reas. 6. When a Rent is made in a Church, as it is hardly curable, so it still groweth wider: Reas. 6. When a Rend is made in a Church, as it is hardly curable, so it still grows wider: np1 crd c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz av j, av pn31 av vvz jc: (20) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 246
133 It is easier to know whereabout a Rent begins, than whereat it will end. It is Easier to know whereabout a Rend begins, than whereat it will end. pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 vvz, cs c-crq pn31 vmb vvi. (20) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 246
134 The greatest of Church Divisions (some of them at least) have been observed to have had but small Beginnings, The greatest of Church Divisions (Some of them At least) have been observed to have had but small Beginnings, dt js pp-f n1 n2 (d pp-f pno32 p-acp ds) vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vhi vhn p-acp j n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 246
135 hence is that commonly received Maxim Omne Schisma desinit in haresin. hence is that commonly received Maxim Omne Schisma desinit in haresin. av vbz d av-j vvd n1 fw-la np1 fw-la p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 246
136 The Faction of the Donatists at first made but a Schism separating from the Communion of the Church, upon pretence of some faulty Officers and mixed Communions, The Faction of the Donatists At First made but a Schism separating from the Communion of the Church, upon pretence of Some faulty Officers and mixed Communions, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp ord vvn p-acp dt n1 n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d j n2 cc vvn n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 246
137 but it was not long until they fell into several Heresies. but it was not long until they fell into several Heresies. cc-acp pn31 vbds xx av-j c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp j n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 246
138 The Doctrine being thus Explained and Confirmed, from Scripture ▪ and Reason, I shall now apply it to Use. Our first Use is for Refutation. The Doctrine being thus Explained and Confirmed, from Scripture ▪ and Reason, I shall now apply it to Use. Our First Use is for Refutation. dt n1 vbg av vvn cc vvn, p-acp n1 ▪ cc n1, pns11 vmb av vvi pn31 p-acp vvb. po12 ord vvb vbz p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 246
139 The Doctrine refutes, at least layeth a just odium upon; The Doctrine refutes, At least Layeth a just odium upon; dt n1 vvz, p-acp ds vvz dt j fw-la p-acp; (20) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 246
140 the Doctrine of Separation, and that Way which is called Independant or Congregational, in so far as it is made up of such Principles, the Doctrine of Separation, and that Way which is called Independent or Congregational, in so Far as it is made up of such Principles, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d n1 r-crq vbz vvn j-jn cc j, p-acp av av-j c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp pp-f d n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 246
141 as lay a Foundation for the perpetual Renting of the Church: Of which Principles I shall reckon Four. as lay a Foundation for the perpetual Renting of the Church: Of which Principles I shall reckon Four. c-acp vvd dt n1 p-acp dt j vvg pp-f dt n1: pp-f r-crq n2 pns11 vmb vvi crd. (20) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 246
142 The First is, That Principle, whereby They maintain the Lawfulness of gathering Churches, out of Churches, acknowledged by themselves to be True Churches. The First is, That Principle, whereby They maintain the Lawfulness of gathering Churches, out of Churches, acknowledged by themselves to be True Churches. dt ord vbz, cst n1, c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f vvg n2, av pp-f n2, vvn p-acp px32 pc-acp vbi j n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 246
143 A most dividing Principle, in so far as it gives way for every Man to Separate from his Own, A most dividing Principle, in so Far as it gives Way for every Man to Separate from his Own, dt av-ds vvg n1, p-acp av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp j p-acp po31 d, (20) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 246
144 and to join himself with another Church supposed Purer, with contempt of the former Congregation. and to join himself with Another Church supposed Purer, with contempt of the former Congregation. cc pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp j-jn n1 vvd jc, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 247
145 To gather Churches out of Churches, is the way to destroy, but not to heal diseased Churches; To gather Churches out of Churches, is the Way to destroy, but not to heal diseased Churches; p-acp vvi n2 av pp-f n2, vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi j-vvn n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 247
146 It is to destroy many Churches for making up of One, as if one going about the Cure of a Natural Body should cut off and take out all the sound Members, It is to destroy many Churches for making up of One, as if one going about the Cure of a Natural Body should Cut off and take out all the found Members, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp vvg a-acp pp-f crd, c-acp cs pi vvg p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt j n1 vmd vvi a-acp cc vvi av d dt j n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 247
147 and leave the rotten and diseased Members, either to Cure one another or to perish. A strange and desperate way of Cure. and leave the rotten and diseased Members, either to Cure one Another or to perish. A strange and desperate Way of Cure. cc vvi dt j-vvn cc j-vvn n2, av-d pc-acp vvi pi j-jn cc pc-acp vvi. dt j cc j n1 pp-f vvb. (20) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 247
148 A Second Dividing Principle in that Way, is, The Rule according to which they will have Ecclesiastick Judgement pass'd upon their Church Members, to wit, Conviction of their Inward good Estate, which Rule being variable and uncertain, some will judge one way, some another, according as they are more or less enclined to Charity; A Second Dividing Principle in that Way, is, The Rule according to which they will have Ecclesiastic Judgement passed upon their Church Members, to wit, Conviction of their Inward good Estate, which Rule being variable and uncertain, Some will judge one Way, Some Another, according as they Are more or less inclined to Charity; dt ord vvg n1 p-acp d n1, vbz, dt n1 vvg p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb vhi j n1 vvn p-acp po32 n1 n2, pc-acp vvi, n1 pp-f po32 j j n1, r-crq n1 vbg j cc j, d vmb vvi crd n1, d n-jn, vvg c-acp pns32 vbr av-dc cc av-dc vvd p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 247
149 yea the same Man at several times, will have a various Judgement of the Inward State of another, according as the Presumptions and Probabilities, (by which only he is led to judge of what is within,) are more fully or sparingly represented: yea the same Man At several times, will have a various Judgement of the Inward State of Another, according as the Presumptions and Probabilities, (by which only he is led to judge of what is within,) Are more Fully or sparingly represented: uh dt d n1 p-acp j n2, vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n-jn, vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2, (p-acp r-crq av-j pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pp-f r-crq vbz a-acp,) vbr av-dc av-j cc av-vvg vvn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 247
150 Hence there is a Seed of Breach upon Breach: Hence there is a Seed of Breach upon Breach: av pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 247
151 But God hath not left his Church in the matter of Authoritative judging to walk by such uncertain Rules. But God hath not left his Church in the matter of Authoritative judging to walk by such uncertain Rules. cc-acp np1 vhz xx vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 247
152 A Third Dividing Principle in the Independant Way is this, That all Church Power is solely in a Particular Congregation. A Third Dividing Principle in the Independent Way is this, That all Church Power is solely in a Particular Congregation. dt ord vvg n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz d, cst d n1 n1 vbz av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 247
153 Hence if a Particular Congregation go wrong, tho but made up of seven Persons (which is a competent number with them) there is no Authoritative Mean in all the Churches of the World to reclaim them. Hence if a Particular Congregation go wrong, though but made up of seven Persons (which is a competent number with them) there is no Authoritative Mean in all the Churches of the World to reclaim them. av cs dt j-jn n1 vvi j-jn, cs cc-acp vvd a-acp pp-f crd n2 (r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno32) a-acp vbz dx n1 j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (20) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 247
154 This must needs open a Door to as many Divisions as there are Churches. This must needs open a Door to as many Divisions as there Are Churches. d vmb av vvi dt n1 p-acp p-acp d n2 c-acp a-acp vbr n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 248
155 A Fourth Dividing Principle is, That there is not a Catholick Visible Church, yea no Church Visible, but a Particular Congregation; A Fourth Dividing Principle is, That there is not a Catholic Visible Church, yea no Church Visible, but a Particular Congregation; dt ord vvg n1 vbz, cst pc-acp vbz xx dt njp j np1, uh uh-dx n1 j, cc-acp dt j-jn n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 248
156 and another Principle they hold which followeth upon this, to wit, That a Minister can exerce no Acts as a Minister, to any but those of his own Flock. and Another Principle they hold which follows upon this, to wit, That a Minister can exerce no Acts as a Minister, to any but those of his own Flock. cc j-jn n1 pns32 vvb r-crq vvz p-acp d, pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vmb vvi dx n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d p-acp d pp-f po31 d vvb. (20) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 248
157 Hence 1. There can be no Communion of Churches as Churches, there remaine•h only a Communion of Members: Hence 1. There can be no Communion of Churches as Churches, there remaine•h only a Communion of Members: av crd pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f n2 c-acp n2, pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 248
158 There can be no Church Act from one Church, or many towards another. There can be no Church Act from one Church, or many towards Another. pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 n1 p-acp crd n1, cc d p-acp n-jn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 248
159 The Results and Determinations of the most Famous Synods, made up of never so many Churches, are to be look'd upon but as the Actings of so many private Christians. The Results and Determinations of the most Famous Synods, made up of never so many Churches, Are to be looked upon but as the Actings of so many private Christians. dt vvz cc n2 pp-f dt av-ds j n2, vvd a-acp pp-f av av d n2, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cc-acp c-acp dt n2 pp-f av d j np1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 248
160 Yea, 2. Hence it will follow that there can be no Communion amongst Members of several Congregations, in publick Church Ordinances, Yea, 2. Hence it will follow that there can be no Communion among Members of several Congregations, in public Church Ordinances, uh, crd av pn31 vmb vvi cst a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp n2 pp-f j n2, p-acp j n1 n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 248
161 as in hearing the Word jointly from a sent Minister, in Receiving the Seals together; as in hearing the Word jointly from a sent Minister, in Receiving the Seals together; c-acp p-acp vvg dt n1 av-j p-acp dt vvn n1, p-acp vvg dt n2 av; (20) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 248
162 For according to this Principle a Minister cannot Authoritatively Preach, nor in any respect Administer Baptism or the Lords Supper unto any, For according to this Principle a Minister cannot Authoritatively Preach, nor in any respect Administer Baptism or the lords Supper unto any, c-acp vvg p-acp d n1 dt n1 vmbx av-j vvi, ccx p-acp d n1 vvb n1 cc dt n2 n1 p-acp d, (20) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 248
163 though never so Gracious, except to those of his own Flock; though never so Gracious, except to those of his own Flock; cs av-x av j, c-acp p-acp d pp-f po31 d vvb; (20) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 248
164 no not tho they be occasionally present when he is dispensing these Ordinances unto his Own: no not though they be occasionally present when he is dispensing these Ordinances unto his Own: uh-dx xx cs pns32 vbb av-j j c-crq pns31 vbz vvg d n2 p-acp po31 d: (20) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 248
165 Which Consequence is expresly granted by some of the chief of that Perswasion. So it is a Principle which destroyeth all Communion of Churches and Members; and therefore inconsistent with Union. Which Consequence is expressly granted by Some of the chief of that Persuasion. So it is a Principle which Destroyeth all Communion of Churches and Members; and Therefore inconsistent with union. r-crq n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d pp-f dt n-jn pp-f d n1. av pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz d n1 pp-f n2 cc n2; cc av j p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 248
166 Several such like Principles in That Way might be reckoned out, Concerning which the Doctrine warrandeth us to say this much; Several such like Principles in That Way might be reckoned out, Concerning which the Doctrine warrandeth us to say this much; j d j n2 p-acp d n1 vmd vbi vvn av, vvg r-crq dt n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi d d; (20) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 248
167 If Unity be so necessary, and so much to be sought after, then such Dividing Principles cannot be of God. If Unity be so necessary, and so much to be sought After, then such Dividing Principles cannot be of God. cs n1 vbb av j, cc av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, cs d vvg n2 vmbx vbi pp-f np1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 249
168 Our Second Use is for Direction: Our Second Use is for Direction: po12 ord n1 vbz p-acp n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 249
169 If Unity be so necessary, and so much to be laboured for, then we are to bewail that we our selves are so far, If Unity be so necessary, and so much to be laboured for, then we Are to bewail that we our selves Are so Far, cs n1 vbb av j, cc av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, cs pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi cst pns12 po12 n2 vbr av av-j, (20) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 249
170 and every day a step further from it: Our Divisions grow I fear all the three wayes, and in all ranks; and every day a step further from it: Our Divisions grow I Fear all the three ways, and in all ranks; cc d n1 dt n1 av-jc p-acp pn31: po12 n2 vvb pns11 vvb d dt crd n2, cc p-acp d n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 249
171 Our Heads are divided, our Tongues divided, yea and our Hearts divided, Synods are divided, Presbyteries are divided, Congregations divided: Ministers divided, People divided; Our Heads Are divided, our Tongues divided, yea and our Hearts divided, Synods Are divided, Presbyteries Are divided, Congregations divided: Ministers divided, People divided; po12 n2 vbr vvn, po12 n2 vvn, uh cc po12 n2 vvn, n2 vbr vvn, n2 vbr vvn, n2 vvn: n2 vvn, n1 vvn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 249
172 yea, and in some places Families divided: yea, and in Some places Families divided: uh, cc p-acp d n2 n2 vvn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 249
173 Husband and Wife, Father and Son, Mother and Daughter, Master and Servant, yea and all divided. Husband and Wife, Father and Son, Mother and Daughter, Master and Servant, yea and all divided. n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, uh cc d vvn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 249
174 We are as Mad-men, every one eating the flesh of his own Arm. Manasseh, Ephraim; and Ephraim Manasseh: We Are as Madmen, every one eating the Flesh of his own Arm. Manasses, Ephraim; and Ephraim Manasses: pns12 vbr p-acp n2, d pi vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1 np1, np1; cc np1 np1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 249
175 And they together against Judah — An Evil never enough lamented, and the more to be lamented that there is no appearance how it shall be helped. And they together against Judah — an Evil never enough lamented, and the more to be lamented that there is no appearance how it shall be helped. cc pns32 av p-acp np1 — dt n-jn av av-d vvn, cc dt dc pc-acp vbi vvn cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 249
176 There are many things may make us look upon the present Division as our saddest Affliction and greatest Weight: I shall reckon Six things. There Are many things may make us look upon the present Division as our Saddest Affliction and greatest Weight: I shall reckon Six things. pc-acp vbr d n2 vmb vvi pno12 vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po12 js n1 cc js n1: pns11 vmb vvi crd n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 249
177 1. The many particular Evils which upon an exact search, it will be found Our Divisions have brought upon Peoples own Spirits. 1. The many particular Evils which upon an exact search, it will be found Our Divisions have brought upon Peoples own Spirits. crd dt d j n2-jn r-crq p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn po12 n2 vhb vvn p-acp ng1 d n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 249
178 How much of our precious time is spent in vain jangling, by which our Heart cannot but •e made worse? Many, I fear too too many so taken up with their Heads that they forget their Hearts; How much of our precious time is spent in vain jangling, by which our Heart cannot but •e made Worse? Many, I Fear too too many so taken up with their Heads that they forget their Hearts; c-crq d pp-f po12 j n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n-vvg, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vmbx p-acp vbi vvn jc? av-d, pns11 vvb av av d av vvn a-acp p-acp po32 n2 cst pns32 vvb po32 n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 249
179 the sweetness and profit of mutual converse and fellowship is much marred; Our mutual freedom and benefit that way much impaired: the sweetness and profit of mutual converse and fellowship is much marred; Our mutual freedom and benefit that Way much impaired: dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 vbz av-d vvn; po12 j n1 cc n1 cst n1 av-d vvn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 249
180 Our Peace with God by our hot Debates ▪ untender Expressions, and bitter and unnecessary Reflections of times brangled and shaken. Our Peace with God by our hight Debates ▪ untender Expressions, and bitter and unnecessary Reflections of times brangled and shaken. np1 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po12 j n2 ▪ j n2, cc j cc j n2 pp-f n2 vvn cc vvn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 250
181 A Second Thing that may make Us look on our Present Divisions as our great Weight, is, The name of Praise which this Church hath had for Unity in times by-past amongst the Reformed Churches. A Second Thing that may make Us look on our Present Divisions as our great Weight, is, The name of Praise which this Church hath had for Unity in times bypast among the Reformed Churches. dt ord n1 cst vmb vvi pno32 vvi p-acp po12 j n2 p-acp po12 j n1, vbz, dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq d n1 vhz vhn p-acp n1 p-acp n2 j p-acp dt vvn n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 250
182 In the Harmony of Confessions, the Preface to the Confession of Faith of the Church of Scotland, makes mention of this as a rare Priviledge of This Church beyond many, In the Harmony of Confessions, the Preface to the Confessi of Faith of the Church of Scotland, makes mention of this as a rare Privilege of This Church beyond many, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz n1 pp-f d c-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d, (20) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 250
183 and that which makes Her very Name Famous among Churches abroad, That for the space almost of Sixty Years She had keep'd Unity with Purity without either Schism or Heresy. and that which makes Her very Name Famous among Churches abroad, That for the Molle almost of Sixty years She had keeped Unity with Purity without either Schism or Heresy. cc cst r-crq vvz po31 j n1 j p-acp n2 av, cst p-acp dt n1 av pp-f crd n2 pns31 vhd vvn n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 250
184 Now if Unity hath been formerly this Church's Praise, how sad and weighty is it, and how woeful men are we, that this Breach should be under our Hand? Now if Unity hath been formerly this Church's Praise, how sad and weighty is it, and how woeful men Are we, that this Breach should be under our Hand? av cs n1 vhz vbn av-j d ng1 n1, c-crq j cc j vbz pn31, cc c-crq j n2 vbr pns12, cst d n1 vmd vbi p-acp po12 n1? (20) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 250
185 A Third Thing to make our present Division weighty is, That it is the greatest Weight which Gods People up and down the Land lyeth under, it's a Weight beyond all other Weights and Sufferings: A Third Thing to make our present Division weighty is, That it is the greatest Weight which God's People up and down the Land lies under, it's a Weight beyond all other Weights and Sufferings: dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi po12 j n1 j vbz, cst pn31 vbz dt js n1 r-crq ng1 n1 a-acp cc a-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp, pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp d j-jn n2 cc n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 250
186 And if it be their Weight, it ought for many Reasons to be much more ours. And if it be their Weight, it ought for many Reasons to be much more ours. cc cs pn31 vbb po32 n1, pn31 vmd p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi av-d av-dc png12. (20) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 250
187 Fourthly, Our Divisions, and Courses taken for carrying them on, hath given a deeper Inward Wound, to the Government of Christ's House than all the Outward Power of the World could have done The leading of us by pairs to a Stake for our adhering to the Government and Constitution of our Mother Church, our Imprisonment, Banishment, the laying of Congregations desolate for that Cause, could not have shaken the minds of many, in relation to these Truths, Fourthly, Our Divisions, and Courses taken for carrying them on, hath given a Deeper Inward Wound, to the Government of Christ's House than all the Outward Power of the World could have done The leading of us by pairs to a Stake for our adhering to the Government and Constitution of our Mother Church, our Imprisonment, Banishment, the laying of Congregations desolate for that Cause, could not have shaken the minds of many, in Relation to these Truths, ord, po12 n2, cc vvz vvn p-acp vvg pno32 a-acp, vhz vvn dt jc-jn j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cs d dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vhi vdn dt vvg pp-f pno12 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n-vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 n1, po12 n1, n1, dt n-vvg pp-f n2 j p-acp d n1, vmd xx vhi vvn dt n2 pp-f d, p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 251
188 so much as our own Divisions and Practices following thereupon have done. An Inward Disease is more dangerous, and weakeneth more than Outward Blows. so much as our own Divisions and Practices following thereupon have done. an Inward Disease is more dangerous, and weakeneth more than Outward Blows. av av-d c-acp po12 d n2 cc n2 vvg av vhb vdn. dt j n1 vbz av-dc j, cc vvz av-dc cs j vvz. (20) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 251
189 Fifthly, Our Division may and ought to be the more weighty, the more of Judgement is in it: Fifthly, Our Division may and ought to be the more weighty, the more of Judgement is in it: ord, po12 n1 vmb cc pi pc-acp vbi dt av-dc j, dt av-dc pp-f n1 vbz p-acp pn31: (20) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 251
190 And certainly there is much of Wrath and Judgement in it. It is a judicial stroak; And Certainly there is much of Wrath and Judgement in it. It is a judicial stroke; cc av-j a-acp vbz d pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. pn31 vbz dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 251
191 For all see it's Evil, the most part are weary of it, and yet cannot fall upon the right way for putting an end to it: For all see it's Evil, the most part Are weary of it, and yet cannot fallen upon the right Way for putting an end to it: c-acp d vvb pn31|vbz j-jn, dt av-ds n1 vbr j pp-f pn31, cc av vmbx vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pn31: (20) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 251
192 Yea, no course hitherto essayed for Union, but it hath proved an hightning of our Division; Yea, no course hitherto essayed for union, but it hath proved an hightning of our Division; uh, dx n1 av vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp pn31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 251
193 And so it will until it come to that hight which God in His just Judgement will have it at; And so it will until it come to that hight which God in His just Judgement will have it At; cc av pn31 vmb p-acp pn31 vvb p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 p-acp po31 j n1 vmb vhi pn31 p-acp; (20) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 251
194 However it's clear that Wrath is in it, much of Judgement is in it, and that should make it weighty: However it's clear that Wrath is in it, much of Judgement is in it, and that should make it weighty: c-acp pn31|vbz j cst n1 vbz p-acp pn31, av-d pp-f n1 vbz p-acp pn31, cc cst vmd vvi pn31 j: (20) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 251
195 We side one against another, and God is siding against us both. We side one against Another, and God is siding against us both. pns12 n1 pi p-acp n-jn, cc np1 vbz vvg p-acp pno12 d. (20) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 251
196 Sixthly, This should make our Division have a particular Weight with us in this Synod, That we drink most of its bitter Fruits: Sixthly, This should make our Division have a particular Weight with us in this Synod, That we drink most of its bitter Fruits: j, d vmd vvi po12 n1 vhb dt j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vvi ds pp-f po31 j n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 251
197 We are the Stage whereon this cruel Dividing Spirit acts its Game most: None in time past so United as We, but none now so Divided; We Are the Stage whereon this cruel Dividing Spirit acts its Game most: None in time passed so United as We, but none now so Divided; pns12 vbr dt n1 c-crq d j vvg n1 vvz po31 n1 av-ds: pi p-acp n1 p-acp av vvn c-acp pns12, cc-acp pix av av vvn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 251
198 And even this may give Us sad thoughts of our Accession to the beginning and Fomenting of this woeful Rent. And even this may give Us sad thoughts of our Accession to the beginning and Fomenting of this woeful Rend. cc av d vmb vvi pno32 j n2 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vvg pp-f d j n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 251
199 Our Third Use is of Direction also following upon the former, If Union be such a good; if Division such an evil; Our Third Use is of Direction also following upon the former, If union be such a good; if Division such an evil; po12 ord vvb vbz pp-f n1 av vvg p-acp dt j, cs n1 vbb d dt j; cs n1 d dt n-jn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 251
200 And if our Divisions be so much to be bewailed; And if our Divisions be so much to be bewailed; cc cs po12 n2 vbb av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 251
201 Then we ought to have some thoughts towards the making up of our breach ▪ there ought to be some guardings against these evils which may follow upon it, until it be made up. Then we ought to have Some thoughts towards the making up of our breach ▪ there ought to be Some guardings against these evils which may follow upon it, until it be made up. av pns12 vmd pc-acp vhi d n2 p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f po12 n1 ▪ pn31|vbz pi pc-acp vbi d n2 p-acp d n2-jn r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pn31, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn a-acp. (20) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 252
202 The Prosecuting of this Use, as it is the most part of our Work, so it is the most difficult; The Prosecuting of this Use, as it is the most part of our Work, so it is the most difficult; dt vvg pp-f d n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt av-ds n1 pp-f po12 n1, av pn31 vbz dt av-ds j; (20) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 252
203 and I fear also, considering our present Distempers, and deep Engagements lying on every one almost to his Own Way, that for the time it shall be but Fruitless: and I Fear also, considering our present Distempers, and deep Engagements lying on every one almost to his Own Way, that for the time it shall be but Fruitless: cc pns11 vvb av, vvg po12 j n2, cc j-jn n2 vvg p-acp d crd av p-acp po31 d n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi p-acp j: (20) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 252
204 Yet being led to it by the word of Truth, and not knowing when the Lord may make it have it's own Fruits, Yet being led to it by the word of Truth, and not knowing when the Lord may make it have it's own Fruits, av vbg vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc xx vvg c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 vhi pn31|vbz d n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 252
205 whether now or afterwards, I shall with the Lords help adventure on it. whither now or afterwards, I shall with the lords help adventure on it. cs av cc av, pns11 vmb p-acp dt n2 vvb n1 p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 252
206 And therefore in pressing this Use, I shall speak to three things. 1. I shall show what things I conceive as necessary to be eyed by us while we aim at Union, if so we would have Our aim's effectual. 2. Because a Compleat Union is not soon to be expected, I shall give some Directions for the Management of Our Differences, And Therefore in pressing this Use, I shall speak to three things. 1. I shall show what things I conceive as necessary to be eyed by us while we aim At union, if so we would have Our aim's effectual. 2. Because a Complete union is not soon to be expected, I shall give Some Directions for the Management of Our Differences, cc av p-acp vvg d vvi, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2. crd pns11 vmb vvi r-crq n2 pns11 vvb p-acp j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12 cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cs av pns12 vmd vhi po12 ng1 j. crd p-acp dt j n1 vbz xx av pc-acp vbi vvn, pns11 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 252
207 so as the Church of Christ may have the less hurt by them at least. so as the Church of christ may have the less hurt by them At least. av c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vhi dt av-dc vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp ds. (20) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 252
208 Lastly, I shall propound some Considerations to People, for preventing of stumbling, and making Shipwrack upon our Divisions. Lastly, I shall propound Some Considerations to People, for preventing of stumbling, and making Shipwreck upon our Divisions. ord, pns11 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pp-f vvg, cc vvg n1 p-acp po12 n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 252
209 As to the First, I shall mention Six things we should carry alongs with us while we aim at Union. Unto all which I premit One General, As to the First, I shall mention Six things we should carry alongs with us while we aim At union. Unto all which I premit One General, c-acp p-acp dt ord, pns11 vmb vvi crd n2 pns12 vmd vvi n2 p-acp pno12 cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1. p-acp d r-crq pns11 vvb crd n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 252
210 as tending to give Life to all the rest, without which all our Endeavours for Union, though otherwise never so regular, as tending to give Life to all the rest, without which all our Endeavours for union, though otherwise never so regular, c-acp vvg pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d dt n1, p-acp r-crq d po12 n2 p-acp n1, c-acp av av-x av j, (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 252
211 though guided with never so much Prudence, though prosecuted with never so much zeal, will prove ineffectual; and it's this: though guided with never so much Prudence, though prosecuted with never so much zeal, will prove ineffectual; and it's this: cs vvn p-acp av-x av av-d n1, cs vvd p-acp av-x av av-d n1, vmb vvi j; cc pn31|vbz d: (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 252
212 That both Ministers and People should be more in seeking after God's Face: That both Ministers and People should be more in seeking After God's Face: cst d n2 cc n1 vmd vbi av-dc p-acp vvg p-acp npg1 n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 252
213 So long as we remain at a distance from him, no wonder we grope as Blind-men in the dark, So long as we remain At a distance from him, no wonder we grope as Blind men in the dark, av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31, dx n1 pns12 vvb p-acp n2 p-acp dt j, (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 253
214 and cannot come nigh one to another: and cannot come High one to Another: cc vmbx vvi av-j pi p-acp n-jn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 253
215 It's granted by all, That Jesus Christ hath much withdrawn from the Spirits of his People: It's granted by all, That jesus christ hath much withdrawn from the Spirits of his People: pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d, cst np1 np1 vhz d vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 253
216 There is not so much of Life conveyed by Preaching, not such access granted in Prayer; no such delight in Means; There is not so much of Life conveyed by Preaching, not such access granted in Prayer; no such delight in Means; pc-acp vbz xx av av-d pp-f n1 vvn p-acp vvg, xx d n1 vvn p-acp n1; dx d n1 p-acp n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 253
217 no such joy in his presence; no such joy in his presence; dx d n1 p-acp po31 n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 253
218 This is granted by all and in a manner regrated by all, but lamented by few; This is granted by all and in a manner regrated by all, but lamented by few; d vbz vvn p-acp d cc p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp d, cc-acp vvd p-acp d; (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 253
219 And fewer yet make it their work to have the Lord returning and shewing himself as sometimes he hath done: And fewer yet make it their work to have the Lord returning and showing himself as sometime he hath done: cc d av vvb pn31 po32 n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvg cc vvg px31 c-acp av pns31 vhz vdn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 253
220 And until this be, we can look for the less success of any attempts made for the removal of this our sore stroak: And until this be, we can look for the less success of any attempts made for the removal of this our soar stroke: cc c-acp d vbb, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt av-dc n1 pp-f d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po12 j n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 253
221 But if God would return, It were then easy work: But if God would return, It were then easy work: cc-acp cs np1 vmd vvi, pn31 vbdr av j n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 253
222 One glimpse of him, filling the House with his Glory, would scatter the Clouds of mutual Jealousies, make us, One glimpse of him, filling the House with his Glory, would scatter the Clouds of mutual Jealousies, make us, pi n1 pp-f pno31, vvg dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f j n2, vvb pno12, (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 253
223 as men ashamed, steal from all our Dividing Principles; would put to silence all our turbulent Distempers; as men ashamed, steal from all our Dividing Principles; would put to silence all our turbulent Distempers; c-acp n2 j, vvb p-acp d po12 vvg n2; vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d po12 j n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 253
224 and make us blush at our proud and selfish Animosities: O! for more of God, then would all be well. and make us blush At our proud and selfish Animosities: OH! for more of God, then would all be well. cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 j cc n1 n2: uh p-acp dc pp-f np1, av vmd d vbi av. (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 253
225 But I come to the particulars to be eyed by us while we aim at Union. But I come to the particulars to be eyed by us while we aim At union. p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12 cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 253
226 First, It is not to be expected that Our Union will begin at our Uniting in Judgment, In that Question about which our unhappy Differences began. First, It is not to be expected that Our union will begin At our Uniting in Judgement, In that Question about which our unhappy Differences began. ord, pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn d po12 n1 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n-vvg p-acp n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq po12 j n2 vvd. (20) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 253
227 It was the Judgment of some from the beginning, that the standing at a distance in other things, It was the Judgement of Some from the beginning, that the standing At a distance in other things, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt n1, cst dt vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 253
228 until we should be united in That, should put Us at a further distance, even in That. until we should be united in That, should put Us At a further distance, even in That. c-acp pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d, vmd vvi pno32 p-acp dt jc n1, av p-acp d. (20) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 253
229 Our Union in Practice first, will be the shortest cut to bring us unto Union of Judgement about that Question, Our union in Practice First, will be the Shortest Cut to bring us unto union of Judgement about that Question, po12 n1 p-acp vvi ord, vmb vbi dt js n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 253
230 if ever we shall come to it at all. if ever we shall come to it At all. cs av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp d. (20) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 254
231 Hence publick Debatings before the People, and such as tend to make others odious who are not of our Way, is not the way for Union. Such work irritateth, but convinceth not. Hence public Debatings before the People, and such as tend to make Others odious who Are not of our Way, is not the Way for union. Such work irritateth, but Convinces not. av j n2-vvg p-acp dt n1, cc d c-acp vvb pc-acp vvi n2-jn j r-crq vbr xx pp-f po12 n1, vbz xx dt n1 p-acp n1. d n1 vvz, cc-acp vvz xx. (20) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 254
232 It's true no Truth may be quit for Union, No, not the least, Quisquil•a veritat•• praetiosissima, The very refuse of Truth is most precious: It's true no Truth may be quit for union, No, not the least, Quisquil•a veritat•• praetiosissima, The very refuse of Truth is most precious: pn31|vbz j dx n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, uh-dx, xx dt ds, uh n1 fw-la, dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-ds j: (20) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 254
233 Yet that the positive asserting of some Truths may be forborn for Peace's sake, I believe is granted by All, Yet that the positive asserting of Some Truths may be forborn for Peace's sake, I believe is granted by All, av cst dt j vvg pp-f d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp ng1 n1, pns11 vvb vbz vvn p-acp d, (20) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 254
234 and there is good reason for it: and there is good reason for it: cc pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp pn31: (20) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 254
235 Only there is one exception here necessary, to wit, when Truth is impugned, then there is a necessity to speak for it, at least till there be such a Testimony given to that Opposed Truth, as may •e rested upon. Only there is one exception Here necessary, to wit, when Truth is impugned, then there is a necessity to speak for it, At least till there be such a Testimony given to that Opposed Truth, as may •e rested upon. av-j a-acp vbz crd n1 av j, p-acp n1, c-crq n1 vbz vvd, av pc-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, p-acp ds c-acp pc-acp vbi d dt n1 vvn p-acp d vvn n1, c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp. (20) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 254
236 And in this Case some may be made unwillingly to speak, as the Apostle Paul was once in defence of his own Estimation, 2 Cor. 12. 11. I am become a fool in glorying, ye have compelled me: And in this Case Some may be made unwillingly to speak, as the Apostle Paul was once in defence of his own Estimation, 2 Cor. 12. 11. I am become a fool in glorying, you have compelled me: cc p-acp d n1 d vmb vbi vvn av-j pc-acp vvi, c-acp dt n1 np1 vbds a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f po31 d n1, crd np1 crd crd pns11 vbm vvn dt n1 p-acp vvg, pn22 vhb vvn pno11: (20) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 254
237 for I ought to have been commended of you: for I ought to have been commended of you: c-acp pns11 vmd pc-acp vhi vbn vvn pp-f pn22: (20) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 254
238 — As if he should say, God knows, I have no more delight to speak of this subject, — As if he should say, God knows, I have no more delight to speak of this Subject, — c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, np1 vvz, pns11 vhb dx dc n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n-jn, (20) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 254
239 than ye have to hear me, but your Indiscretion forceth me to it. than you have to hear me, but your Indiscretion forceth me to it. cs pn22 vhb pc-acp vvi pno11, cc-acp po22 n1 vvz pno11 p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 254
240 A Second thing to be carried along with us, while we aim at Union, is, no union of this kind of which the Doctrine speaks, can be expected in the Church, A Second thing to be carried along with us, while we aim At union, is, no Union of this kind of which the Doctrine speaks, can be expected in the Church, dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1, vbz, dx n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f r-crq dt n1 vvz, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 254
241 except there be an Union in one Supreme Representative; land that such an one whose Authority we may stand under for the present. except there be an union in one Supreme Representative; land that such an one whose authority we may stand under for the present. c-acp pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp crd j n1; n1 cst d dt pi rg-crq n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp dt j. (20) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 254
242 As it is in the Civil State, so is it in the Church as to this purpose, No Union can be there, As it is in the Civil State, so is it in the Church as to this purpose, No union can be there, p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, av vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp d n1, dx n1 vmb vbi a-acp, (20) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 254
243 as of one actually incorporate Body, except it be under one and the same Supreme Rulers: as of one actually incorporate Body, except it be under one and the same Supreme Rulers: c-acp pp-f pi av-j j-vvn n1, c-acp pn31 vbb p-acp crd cc dt d j n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 254
244 So is it in the Church, So long as there is no agreement about One and the same Supreme Representative, under whose Authority we may stand for the present, So is it in the Church, So long as there is no agreement about One and the same Supreme Representative, under whose authority we may stand for the present, av vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1, av av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp crd cc dt d j n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j, (20) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 255
245 But one part standeth for it's Authority, another is contrary unto it, or setting up another against it, In this case the matter is clear, there is no compleat Union but a fixed Schism, or at the best a strong tendency unto it. But one part Stands for it's authority, Another is contrary unto it, or setting up Another against it, In this case the matter is clear, there is no complete union but a fixed Schism, or At the best a strong tendency unto it. cc-acp crd n1 vvz c-acp pn31|vbz n1, j-jn vbz j-jn p-acp pn31, cc vvg a-acp j-jn p-acp pn31, p-acp d n1 dt n1 vbz j, pc-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc p-acp dt js dt j n1 p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 255
246 A Third thing to be eyed is, If so Our Union must be under one Supreme Representative, A Third thing to be eyed is, If so Our union must be under one Supreme Representative, dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz, cs av po12 n1 vmb vbi p-acp crd j n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 255
247 then such ways of Union will do no good as carry not alongs the Body: An Union if not with the Body, instead of healing, doth widen the Rent. then such ways of union will do no good as carry not alongs the Body: an union if not with the Body, instead of healing, does widen the Rend. cs d n2 pp-f n1 vmb vdi dx j c-acp vvb xx vvz dt n1: dt n1 cs xx p-acp dt n1, av pp-f vvg, vdz vvi dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 255
248 A resolution or desire to unite with a few not caring for the rest, will not produce an union, I mean of the Church, A resolution or desire to unite with a few not caring for the rest, will not produce an Union, I mean of the Church, dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt d xx vvg p-acp dt n1, vmb xx vvi dt n1, pns11 vvb pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 255
249 altho it may be of a stronger Party in the Church. although it may be of a Stronger Party in the Church. cs pn31 vmb vbi pp-f dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 255
250 These few would possibly as gladly unite as others would have them, if it were not evidently a strengthening of the Breach. These few would possibly as gladly unite as Others would have them, if it were not evidently a strengthening of the Breach. np1 d vmd av-j a-acp av-j vvi p-acp n2-jn vmd vhi pno32, cs pn31 vbdr xx av-j dt vvg pp-f dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 255
251 Fourthly, Yet a Part ought to labour with the Body for condescending, as low as warrantably can be, for Peace's sake: Fourthly, Yet a Part ought to labour with the Body for condescending, as low as warrantably can be, for Peace's sake: ord, av dt n1 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg, c-acp j c-acp av-j vmb vbi, p-acp ng1 n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 255
252 Only a Caveat must be here, They are so to deal with the Body to condescend for Vnion, as to beware of making a new Rupture in the Body upon their not granting: Only a Caveat must be Here, They Are so to deal with the Body to condescend for union, as to beware of making a new Rupture in the Body upon their not granting: av-j dt n1 vmb vbi av, pns32 vbr av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f vvg dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 xx vvg: (20) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 255
253 For that were in a desperate way to make a new Rent, because others will not take Our way for removing of the Old. For that were in a desperate Way to make a new Rend, Because Others will not take Our Way for removing of the Old. c-acp d vbdr p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, c-acp n2-jn vmb xx vvi po12 n1 p-acp vvg pp-f dt np1 (20) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 255
254 Fifthly, If we desire an hearty cordial Vnion, it would be endeavoured without rubbing upon the Credit. 1. Of Persons. 2. Of Parties. 3. Of Ordinances. Fifthly, If we desire an hearty cordial union, it would be endeavoured without rubbing upon the Credit. 1. Of Persons. 2. Of Parties. 3. Of Ordinances. ord, cs pns12 vvb dt j j n1, pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. crd pp-f n2. crd pp-f n2. crd pp-f n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 255
255 If the Credit of all can be held up, it's well. He is no friend to Vnion that would endeavour the contrair: If the Credit of all can be held up, it's well. He is no friend to union that would endeavour the contrair: cs dt n1 pp-f d vmb vbi vvn a-acp, pn31|vbz av. pns31 vbz dx n1 p-acp n1 cst vmd vvi dt j-jn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 255
256 But if some must suffer, Love to the Publick and Zeal for God, will teach That the former is to yeild to the latter, viz. Persons to Parties, But if Some must suffer, Love to the Public and Zeal for God, will teach That the former is to yield to the latter, viz. Persons to Parties, cc-acp cs d vmb vvi, vvb p-acp dt j cc n1 p-acp np1, vmb vvi cst dt j vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt d, n1 n2 p-acp n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 246
257 and the Credit both of Persons and Parties, yea, and of both Parties themselves, if need be, are to stoop for upholding the Authority of Divine Ordinances. and the Credit both of Persons and Parties, yea, and of both Parties themselves, if need be, Are to stoop for upholding the authority of Divine Ordinances. cc dt n1 av-d pp-f n2 cc n2, uh, cc pp-f d n2 px32, cs n1 vbi, vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 246
258 A litle of this Self-denial would do much good: But how litle of it is there to be found? A little of this Self-denial would do much good: But how little of it is there to be found? dt j pp-f d n1 vmd vdi d j: cc-acp c-crq j pp-f pn31 vbz a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn? (20) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 246
259 Sixthly, Dividing Principles and such as tend of their own nature to obstruct Union, should be abandoned: Sixthly, Dividing Principles and such as tend of their own nature to obstruct union, should be abandoned: j, vvg n2 cc d c-acp vvb pp-f po32 d n1 pc-acp vvi n1, vmd vbi vvn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 246
260 There is One Principle often spoken of by some, and now made more publick, which if maintained, in Our judgment will close the door upon Union in hast, to wit, That it is unlawful to sit in an Assembly with those, who have enacted persecution against the Godly. There is One Principle often spoken of by Some, and now made more public, which if maintained, in Our judgement will close the door upon union in haste, to wit, That it is unlawful to fit in an Assembly with those, who have enacted persecution against the Godly. pc-acp vbz crd n1 av vvn pp-f p-acp d, cc av vvd av-dc j, r-crq cs vvn, p-acp po12 n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, r-crq vhb vvn n1 p-acp dt j. (20) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 246
261 And this in the sence of the Propounders, & as it is expresly, tho injuriously, applyed by them, is as much as to say, It is unlawful to joyn in any Assembly made up for the most part of those who acted in and approved of Our late Controverted Assemblies: And this in the sense of the Propounders, & as it is expressly, though injuriously, applied by them, is as much as to say, It is unlawful to join in any Assembly made up for the most part of those who acted in and approved of Our late Controverted Assemblies: cc d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc c-acp pn31 vbz av-j, cs av-j, vvd p-acp pno32, vbz p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 vvd a-acp p-acp dt av-ds n1 pp-f d r-crq vvd p-acp cc j-vvn pp-f po12 j vvn n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 246
262 Now if it be unlawful to joyn in an Assembly made up for the most part of such, Now if it be unlawful to join in an Assembly made up for the most part of such, av cs pn31 vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp dt av-ds n1 pp-f d, (20) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 246
263 why not also unlawful to join in a Synod or in a Presbytry likewise made up of such, why not also unlawful to join in a Synod or in a Presbytery likewise made up of such, q-crq xx av j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 av vvd a-acp pp-f d, (20) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 246
264 yea and to join at a Communion Table where the most part are such. yea and to join At a Communion Table where the most part Are such. uh cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 n1 c-crq dt av-ds n1 vbr d. (20) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 246
265 And indeed some (of the People chiefly) draw out their Principle to this full length. And indeed Some (of the People chiefly) draw out their Principle to this full length. cc av d (pp-f dt n1 av-jn) vvi av po32 n1 p-acp d j n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 246
266 A Principle which (to say no worse of it) striketh at the very throat of Peace; A Principle which (to say no Worse of it) striketh At the very throat of Peace; dt n1 r-crq (pc-acp vvi av-dx av-jc pp-f pn31) vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 246
267 and, if stood to, makes it desperat; and, if stood to, makes it desperate; cc, cs vvn p-acp, vvz pn31 j; (20) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 246
268 and so I hope is, and will be disowned by all who cordially pretend to Peace and Union in the Church. and so I hope is, and will be disowned by all who cordially pretend to Peace and union in the Church. cc av pns11 vvb vbz, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq av-j vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 246
269 These I conceive and many moe should be eyed by Us in Our aiming at Union, if we would have Our endeavours effectual: These I conceive and many more should be eyed by Us in Our aiming At union, if we would have Our endeavours effectual: d pns11 vvb cc d dc vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po12 vvg p-acp n1, cs pns12 vmd vhi po12 n2 j: (20) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 267
270 But because a Compleat Union in an ordinary way is not to be so soon expected, I shall in the next place give Two Directions for managing our Differences; But Because a Complete union in an ordinary Way is not to be so soon expected, I shall in the next place give Two Directions for managing our Differences; cc-acp c-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi av av vvn, pns11 vmb p-acp dt ord n1 vvi crd n2 p-acp vvg po12 n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 267
271 So as the Church of Christ may have less hurt by them at least. So as the Church of christ may have less hurt by them At least. av c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vhi dc n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp ds. (20) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 267
272 The first Direction is, That we ought to guard against these Tentations, which Our Standing Division may readily make way for, Whereof I shall mention Three. The First Direction is, That we ought to guard against these Tentations, which Our Standing Division may readily make Way for, Whereof I shall mention Three. dt ord n1 vbz, cst pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, r-crq np1 vvg n1 vmb av-j vvi n1 p-acp, c-crq pns11 vmb vvi crd. (20) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 267
273 The First Tentation is this, An oversight of every other fault almost, whether in Ministers or Professors, providing they be true to the Party. The First Tentation is this, an oversight of every other fault almost, whither in Ministers or Professors, providing they be true to the Party. dt ord n1 vbz d, dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 av, cs p-acp n2 cc n2, vvg pns32 vbb j p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 267
274 A Party is a dangerous thing, and in nothing more dangerous than in this, That it driveth men, A Party is a dangerous thing, and in nothing more dangerous than in this, That it drives men, dt n1 vbz dt j n1, cc p-acp pix av-dc j cs p-acp d, cst pn31 vvz n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 267
275 if not all the more tender, to take fidelity unto the Party to be the prime, if not all the more tender, to take Fidis unto the Party to be the prime, cs xx d dt av-dc j, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n-jn, (20) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 267
276 if not the only NONLATINALPHABET and badge of honesty, and enclines them to look on all other things, if not the only and badge of honesty, and inclines them to look on all other things, cs xx dt j cc n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j-jn n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 267
277 whether Corrupt Principles, or loose Practices, as excusable Infirmities. A woeful Tentation! and destructive both to Truth and Piety; whither Corrupt Principles, or lose Practices, as excusable Infirmities. A woeful Tentation! and destructive both to Truth and Piety; cs j n2, cc j n2, c-acp j n1. dt j n1! cc j av-d p-acp n1 cc n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 267
278 And therefore ought so much the more to be guarded against on both hands, And Therefore ought so much the more to be guarded against on both hands, cc av vmd av av-d dt dc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 267
279 A Second Tentation is, The secret wishing after, and rejoycing in the Slips one of another. A Second Tentation is, The secret wishing After, and rejoicing in the Slips one of Another. dt ord n1 vbz, dt n-jn vvg a-acp, cc vvg p-acp dt n2 crd pp-f n-jn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 267
280 An Evil so woeful that David complains to God of it even in his avowed Enemies, Ps. 38. 16. — When my Foot slippeth, they magnify themselves against me. an Evil so woeful that David complains to God of it even in his avowed Enemies, Ps. 38. 16. — When my Foot slippeth, they magnify themselves against me. dt n-jn av j cst np1 vvz p-acp np1 pp-f pn31 av p-acp po31 j-vvn n2, np1 crd crd — c-crq po11 n1 vvz, pns32 vvb px32 p-acp pno11. (20) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 267
281 And Jeremiah complaineth of it in his false Friends, Ch. 20. v. 10. They — watched for my halting. And yet an Evil that even Good men, And Jeremiah Complaineth of it in his false Friends, Christ 20. v. 10. They — watched for my halting. And yet an Evil that even Good men, cc np1 vvz pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 j n2, np1 crd n1 crd pns32 — vvd p-acp po11 n-vvg. cc av dt n-jn cst av j n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 268
282 if once engaged in Parties, will have a Battel with, if once engaged in Parties, will have a Battle with, cs a-acp vvn p-acp n2, vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp, (20) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 268
283 A Third Tentation upon Our standing Divided, and which is also to be guarded against, is, A bending of Our selves to the outmost of Light, A Third Tentation upon Our standing Divided, and which is also to be guarded against, is, A bending of Our selves to the outmost of Light, dt ord n1 p-acp po12 vvg vvn, cc r-crq vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, vbz, dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt j pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 268
284 and possibly beyond it, for strengthning of our selves, to the doing of these things, in relation to these who now Rule, which not long since we would have abhorred both in our selves and others. and possibly beyond it, for strengthening of our selves, to the doing of these things, in Relation to these who now Rule, which not long since we would have abhorred both in our selves and Others. cc av-j p-acp pn31, p-acp vvg pp-f po12 n2, p-acp dt vdg pp-f d n2, p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq av n1, r-crq xx av-j c-acp pns12 vmd vhi vvn av-d p-acp po12 n2 cc n2-jn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 268
285 It is very possible that as Gifts blind the Eyes of the Wise, Exod. 23. So the seeming advantage unto that which we conceive Truth, may draw out somewhat like an Approbation to such like Work, from those of our own Judgement, It is very possible that as Gifts blind the Eyes of the Wise, Exod 23. So the seeming advantage unto that which we conceive Truth, may draw out somewhat like an Approbation to such like Work, from those of our own Judgement, pn31 vbz av j cst c-acp n2 j dt n2 pp-f dt j, np1 crd np1 dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d r-crq pns12 vvb n1, vmb vvi av av av-j dt n1 p-acp d j n1, p-acp d pp-f po12 d n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 268
286 and if these do approve, it is the less matter (think we) that others do disapprove: and if these do approve, it is the less matter (think we) that Others do disapprove: cc cs d vdb vvi, pn31 vbz dt av-dc n1 (vvb pns12) cst ng1-jn vdb vvi: (20) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 268
287 But we ought to remember there are others to sift our Actions: But we ought to Remember there Are Others to sift our Actions: cc-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbr n2-jn pc-acp vvi po12 n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 268
288 Forreign Churches abroad, our own Conscience, being sober and settled, and above all God the Judge of All. Foreign Churches abroad, our own Conscience, being Sobrium and settled, and above all God the Judge of All. j n2 av, po12 d n1, vbg j cc j-vvn, cc p-acp d np1 dt n1 pp-f d (20) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 268
289 A Second Direction for managing our Differences, is, That we ought not to be so taken up with others as to take our Eye off from guarding against that which is Satan's main design against the Church of Christ at this time. A Second Direction for managing our Differences, is, That we ought not to be so taken up with Others as to take our Eye off from guarding against that which is Satan's main Design against the Church of christ At this time. dt ord n1 p-acp vvg po12 n2, vbz, cst pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vbi av vvn a-acp p-acp n2-jn c-acp p-acp vvi po12 n1 a-acp p-acp vvg p-acp d r-crq vbz npg1 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 268
290 Satan does as a subtile Warriour labour to raise a Mutiny among the Forces which should oppose him, that while they are wrangling one with another, he may carry his Point, without stroke of Sword. Satan does as a subtle Warrior labour to raise a Mutiny among the Forces which should oppose him, that while they Are wrangling one with Another, he may carry his Point, without stroke of Sword. np1 vdz p-acp dt j n1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq vmd vvi pno31, cst cs pns32 vbr vvg pi p-acp n-jn, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 268
291 Being to insist a little on this Direction, I shall first speak to what I conceive to be Satan's main design against the Church at this time. 2, I shall give some Directions to manage our Differences, Being to insist a little on this Direction, I shall First speak to what I conceive to be Satan's main Design against the Church At this time. 2, I shall give Some Directions to manage our Differences, vbg pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb ord vvi p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi npg1 j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1. crd, pns11 vmb vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 269
292 So, as not to further this his main design, nor yet to be short-coming in our Duty against it. So, as not to further this his main Design, nor yet to be shortcoming in our Duty against it. av, c-acp xx p-acp jc d po31 j n1, ccx av pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 269
293 And First, For taking up what is Satan's great Design, we shall in a word or two lay before you a wonderful Contexture, And First, For taking up what is Satan's great Design, we shall in a word or two lay before you a wondered Contexture, cc ord, p-acp vvg p-acp q-crq vbz npg1 j n1, pns12 vmb p-acp dt n1 cc crd vvb p-acp pn22 dt j n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 269
294 as it were of God's Wisdom and Satan's Malice, since the first beginnings of the Christian Church even untill now. as it were of God's Wisdom and Satan's Malice, since the First beginnings of the Christian Church even until now. c-acp pn31 vbdr pp-f npg1 n1 cc npg1 n1, c-acp dt ord n2 pp-f dt njp n1 av c-acp av. (20) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 269
295 There is no Truth almost but Satan's Malice hath set it self in some one Age of the Church or other, to bear it down; There is no Truth almost but Satan's Malice hath Set it self in Some one Age of the Church or other, to bear it down; pc-acp vbz dx n1 av p-acp npg1 n1 vhz vvn pn31 n1 p-acp d crd n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n-jn, pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 269
296 And God's Wisdom hath still overshot Satan, making use of his Malice in opposing Truth, for the further clearing of that Truth, which he intendeth most to obscure and darken. And God's Wisdom hath still overshot Satan, making use of his Malice in opposing Truth, for the further clearing of that Truth, which he intends most to Obscure and darken. cc npg1 n1 vhz av vvn np1, vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp j-vvg n1, p-acp dt jc n-vvg pp-f d n1, r-crq pns31 vvz ds pc-acp vvi cc vvi. (20) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 269
297 Satan's first design in the first Ages of the Christian Church was to beat down that great Fundamental Truth of Christs Divinity: But after long debate this Truth was fully cleared by the means of several Worthies, whose Spirits the Lord stirred up in these Ages to mantain That so much opposed Truth: Satan's First Design in the First Ages of the Christian Church was to beatrice down that great Fundamental Truth of Christ Divinity: But After long debate this Truth was Fully cleared by the means of several Worthies, whose Spirits the Lord stirred up in these Ages to maintain That so much opposed Truth: npg1 ord n1 p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f dt njp n1 vbds pc-acp vvi a-acp d j j n1 pp-f npg1 n1: cc-acp p-acp j n1 d n1 vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2-j, rg-crq n2 dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi cst av av-d vvn n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 269
298 Satan therefore being beat off this strong Fort of Christianity retired a little, and laboured next to bear down the Truth of Christs Humanity: But the Tru•h hereof, the more it was opposed, growing the brighter, The Lord making Light break up convincingly in the midst of Hot Debates; Satan Therefore being beatrice off this strong Fort of Christianity retired a little, and laboured next to bear down the Truth of Christ Humanity: But the Tru•h hereof, the more it was opposed, growing the Brighter, The Lord making Light break up convincingly in the midst of Hight Debates; np1 av vbg vvn a-acp d j n1 pp-f np1 vvd dt j, cc vvd ord pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1: p-acp dt n1 av, dt av-dc pn31 vbds vvn, vvg dt jc, dt n1 vvg n1 vvi a-acp av-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 269
299 Satan retired a little further yet, and bent his whole force in the following Ages against the Vnity of Christs Person: And next against the Distinction of his Natures. Satan retired a little further yet, and bent his Whole force in the following Ages against the Unity of Christ Person: And next against the Distinction of his Nature's. np1 vvd dt j av-jc av, cc vvd po31 j-jn n1 p-acp dt vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1: cc ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 269
300 But Satan not prevailing this Way either, he set himself to undermine Christ Jesus in all His Offices. But Satan not prevailing this Way either, he Set himself to undermine christ jesus in all His Offices. p-acp np1 xx vvg d n1 av-d, pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vvi np1 np1 p-acp d po31 n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 269
301 1. By setting up the Infallibility of Popes and Councils against His Prophetical Office. 2. The Doctrine of Merit in the matter of Justification against His Priestly Office. 3. The Doctrine of Free-will and power of it in Man's Conversion to God, against the Inward part of His Kingly Office. 1. By setting up the Infallibility of Popes and Councils against His Prophetical Office. 2. The Doctrine of Merit in the matter of Justification against His Priestly Office. 3. The Doctrine of Freewill and power of it in Man's Conversion to God, against the Inward part of His Kingly Office. crd p-acp vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 j n1. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j n1. crd dt n1 pp-f j cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 270
302 And for the Outward part of it, he set himself to wrest the Scepter of Christ's Government from His own Office-bearers, And for the Outward part of it, he Set himself to wrest the Sceptre of Christ's Government from His own Office-bearers, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po31 d n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 270
303 and put it in the Hands of Popes, Cardinals, Arch-bishops and Bishops. But after long Contest, Truth is now aboundantly cleared and confirmed in all these. and put it in the Hands of Popes, Cardinals, Archbishop's and Bishops. But After long Contest, Truth is now abundantly cleared and confirmed in all these. cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, n2, n2 cc n2. p-acp a-acp av-j vvi, n1 vbz av av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp d d. (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 270
304 Thus, as One saith, the Lord Jesus hath been content to dispute His Ground by Inches with the Devil, Thus, as One Says, the Lord jesus hath been content to dispute His Ground by Inches with the devil, av, c-acp pi vvz, dt n1 np1 vhz vbn j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 270
305 until almost He hath beat him out of all; until almost He hath beatrice him out of all; c-acp av pns31 vhz vvn pno31 av pp-f d; (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 270
306 only Satan hath no will to quit it so, it seems to us he is now giving his last and sorest On-set; only Satan hath no will to quit it so, it seems to us he is now giving his last and Sorest Onset; j np1 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av, pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 pns31 vbz av vvg po31 ord cc js j; (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 270
307 on which in a desperate way he is to venture all; wherein his design is evident, to cast all in a Confusion. on which in a desperate Way he is to venture all; wherein his Design is evident, to cast all in a Confusion. p-acp r-crq p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi d; c-crq po31 n1 vbz j, pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 270
308 First, By trampling under foot the Outward Court of God's House, I mean the Constitution of His Church Visible, by the Doctrine of Renting and Separation; And next to deprive the Catholick Church Visible, First, By trampling under foot the Outward Court of God's House, I mean the Constitution of His Church Visible, by the Doctrine of Renting and Separation; And next to deprive the Catholic Church Visible, ord, p-acp vvg p-acp n1 dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg cc n1; cc ord pc-acp vvi dt njp n1 j, (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 270
309 and all Her considerable Members, of all Government, by the Doctrine of Independancy, which confineth the whole Power of the Keys within the narrow circuit of a Particular Congregation; and all Her considerable Members, of all Government, by the Doctrine of Independency, which confineth the Whole Power of the Keys within the narrow circuit of a Particular Congregation; cc d po31 j n2, pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 270
310 whereby all the Particular Churches are left as so many small Boats in a storm, to dash one against another, having no Intrinsical authoritative Mean to make them steer an even Course without rushing one upon another. whereby all the Particular Churches Are left as so many small Boats in a storm, to dash one against Another, having no Intrinsical authoritative Mean to make them steer an even Course without rushing one upon Another. c-crq d dt j-jn n2 vbr vvn a-acp av d j n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pi p-acp n-jn, vhg dx j n1 j pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi dt j n1 p-acp vvg pi p-acp n-jn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 270
311 Thus Satan aimeth to cast all in confusion, that he may undo all. Thus Satan aimeth to cast all in confusion, that he may undo all. av np1 vvz pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi d. (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 271
312 What in former Ages he could not do in destroying Gospel Truths by Piece-meal and one by one, he intends now to do it by whole sale, and all at once; What in former Ages he could not do in destroying Gospel Truths by Piecemeal and one by one, he intends now to do it by Whole sale, and all At once; q-crq p-acp j n2 pns31 vmd xx vdi p-acp vvg n1 n2 p-acp n1 cc crd p-acp crd, pns31 vvz av pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp j-jn n1, cc d p-acp a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 271
313 For if once the bottom of the Ship be split, and the Rudder broken, the precious Ware contain'd in it, can hardly be preserved. For if once the bottom of the Ship be split, and the Rudder broken, the precious Ware contained in it, can hardly be preserved. c-acp cs a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb vvn, cc dt n1 vvn, dt j n1 vvn p-acp pn31, vmb av vbi vvn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 271
314 Now that Satan's main design is to deface these Truths which are about the Constitution and Government of the Visible Church, that thereby all may be covered with Confusion, appeareth, In that not only the method God hath hitherto keeped, doth point at it; Now that Satan's main Design is to deface these Truths which Are about the Constitution and Government of the Visible Church, that thereby all may be covered with Confusion, appears, In that not only the method God hath hitherto keeped, does point At it; av cst npg1 j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst av d vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, vvz, p-acp cst xx av-j dt n1 np1 vhz av vvn, vdz vvi p-acp pn31; (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 271
315 There being few other Points of Truth to clear, but also the thing speaketh for it self, the main speat of the Errors of the time running directly contrary to these; There being few other Points of Truth to clear, but also the thing speaks for it self, the main speat of the Errors of the time running directly contrary to these; a-acp vbg d j-jn n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp av dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31 n1, dt n1 vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg av-j j-jn p-acp d; (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 271
316 So that certainly, as God intends to clear Truth in these, so it's not the least part of Satan's main design against the Church of Christ at this time to obscure Truth in these. So that Certainly, as God intends to clear Truth in these, so it's not the least part of Satan's main Design against the Church of christ At this time to Obscure Truth in these. av cst av-j, c-acp np1 vvz p-acp j n1 p-acp d, av pn31|vbz xx dt ds n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d. (20) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 271
317 This then being Satan's design, I shall in the next place give some Directions how to manage our Differences so, This then being Satan's Design, I shall in the next place give Some Directions how to manage our Differences so, np1 av vbg npg1 n1, pns11 vmb p-acp dt ord n1 vvb d n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av, (20) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 271
318 as not to further this main design, nor yet be short coming in our Duty against it; as not to further this main Design, nor yet be short coming in our Duty against it; c-acp xx p-acp jc d j n1, ccx av vbi j vvg p-acp po12 n1 p-acp pn31; (20) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 271
319 Of which Directions I shall reckon Three. Of which Directions I shall reckon Three. pp-f r-crq n2 pns11 vmb vvi crd. (20) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 271
320 First, We ought to examine Opinions and Practices, even tho by us conceived just and lawful, First, We ought to examine Opinions and Practices, even though by us conceived just and lawful, ord, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2, av cs p-acp pno12 vvn av cc j, (20) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 271
321 How far they may contribute for furtherance of that Design; How Far they may contribute for furtherance of that Design; c-crq av-j pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f d n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 271
322 and in that respect should be more circumspect and sparing at least in medling with them. and in that respect should be more circumspect and sparing At least in meddling with them. cc p-acp d n1 vmd vbi av-dc j cc vvg p-acp ds p-acp vvg p-acp pno32. (20) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 271
323 Thus the Apostle Paul Gal. 2. 3. would not Circumcise Titus, tho Circumcision at that time was a thing Lawful, Thus the Apostle Paul Gal. 2. 3. would not Circumcise Titus, though Circumcision At that time was a thing Lawful, av dt n1 np1 np1 crd crd vmd xx vvi np1, av n1 p-acp d n1 vbds dt n1 j, (20) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 271
324 as appears from his Circumcising of Timothy, Act. 16. 3. much about the same time, as appears from his Circumcising of Timothy, Act. 16. 3. much about the same time, c-acp vvz p-acp po31 vvg pp-f np1, n1 crd crd d p-acp dt d n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 272
325 and yet he would not Circumcise Titus: The reason is v. 4. There were False Brethren present; and yet he would not Circumcise Titus: The reason is v. 4. There were False Brothers present; cc av pns31 vmd xx vvi np1: dt n1 vbz n1 crd pc-acp vbdr j n2 j; (20) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 272
326 who would have taken advantage of That his Practice, to confirm themselves in their opposition to that Truth, which Satan intended most to bear down at that time; who would have taken advantage of That his Practice, to confirm themselves in their opposition to that Truth, which Satan intended most to bear down At that time; q-crq vmd vhi vvn n1 pp-f cst po31 n1, pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq np1 vvd av-ds pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 272
327 to wit, The freedom of the Christian Church from the yoke of Mosaical Ceremonies: therefore he thinks himself bound to abstain from that practice, tho in it self Lawful, to wit, The freedom of the Christian Church from the yoke of Mosaical Ceremonies: Therefore he thinks himself bound to abstain from that practice, though in it self Lawful, p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2: av pns31 vvz px31 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cs p-acp pn31 n1 j, (20) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 272
328 and which in some other cases would have been necessary: and which in Some other cases would have been necessary: cc r-crq p-acp d j-jn n2 vmd vhi vbn j: (20) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 272
329 And that lest by That his Practice he should have been advantageous to Satan's main design against the Church of Christ at that time. And that lest by That his Practice he should have been advantageous to Satan's main Design against the Church of christ At that time. cc cst cs p-acp cst po31 n1 pns31 vmd vhi vbn j p-acp npg1 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 272
330 It's true Truth remains still Truth, however Satan abuse it, yet seing all grant that the venting of some Truths at sometimes is unseasonable, It's true Truth remains still Truth, however Satan abuse it, yet sing all grant that the venting of Some Truths At sometime is unseasonable, pn31|vbz j n1 vvz av n1, c-acp np1 vvb pn31, av vvg d n1 cst dt vvg pp-f d n2 p-acp av vbz j, (20) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 272
331 and so for that time may be forborn; and so for that time may be forborn; cc av p-acp d n1 vmb vbi vvn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 272
332 And seing it would seem that nothing makes a Truth more unseasonable, than when it is known that Satan will make bad use of it, And sing it would seem that nothing makes a Truth more unseasonable, than when it is known that Satan will make bad use of it, cc vvg pn31 vmd vvi cst pix vvz dt n1 av-dc j, cs c-crq pn31 vbz vvn cst np1 vmb vvi j n1 pp-f pn31, (20) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 272
333 for bearing down that Truth which God intends mainly to clear; for bearing down that Truth which God intends mainly to clear; p-acp vvg a-acp d n1 r-crq np1 vvz av-j pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 272
334 It will follow that the venting of such a Truth ought to be at least with great modesty, It will follow that the venting of such a Truth ought to be At least with great modesty, pn31 vmb vvi d dt vvg pp-f d dt n1 vmd pc-acp vbi p-acp ds p-acp j n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 272
335 and much holy Circumspection, if not altogether forborn for that time. For Application of this Direction, I will not say much: and much holy Circumspection, if not altogether forborn for that time. For Application of this Direction, I will not say much: cc d j n1, cs xx av vvn p-acp d n1. p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi d: (20) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 272
336 Only I shall propose it to your serious thoughts, Whether or not the late Proceedings in opposition to the Supreme Judicatories of the Church, together with the Tenets whereupon they are grounded (which for Peace's cause, Only I shall propose it to your serious thoughts, Whither or not the late Proceedings in opposition to the Supreme Judges of the Church, together with the Tenets whereupon they Are grounded (which for Peace's cause, av-j pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po22 j n2, cs cc xx dt j n2-vvg p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2-jn pp-f dt n1, av p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn (r-crq p-acp ng1 n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 272
337 and from unwillingness to give the least occasion of Irritation, I forbear to name) whether or not, I say, These (even supposing the Lawfulness of the Practices, and from unwillingness to give the least occasion of Irritation, I forbear to name) whither or not, I say, These (even supposing the Lawfulness of the Practices, cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt ds n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi) cs cc xx, pns11 vvb, d (av vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 273
338 and Truth of the Opinions) seem not to have been unseasonable for the time; as being apt to be abused for leading People upon the Errors of the time: and Truth of the Opinions) seem not to have been unseasonable for the time; as being apt to be abused for leading People upon the Errors of the time: cc n1 pp-f dt n2) vvb xx pc-acp vhi vbn j p-acp dt n1; c-acp vbg j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 273
339 Such as the Contempt of Ecclesiastical Judicatories; Quarrelling the Constitution, and Separating from the Fellowship of our Church. Such as the Contempt of Ecclesiastical Judges; Quarreling the Constitution, and Separating from the Fellowship of our Church. d c-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2-jn; vvg dt n1, cc n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 273
340 I fear much it will be hard for People (not acquainted with subtile Distinctions) to conceive, that any Corruption amongst those with whom we converse, can make Civil Fellowship with them Unlawful, I Fear much it will be hard for People (not acquainted with subtle Distinctions) to conceive, that any Corruption among those with whom we converse, can make Civil Fellowship with them Unlawful, pns11 vvb av-d pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp n1 (xx vvn p-acp j n2) pc-acp vvi, cst d n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb, vmb vvi j n1 p-acp pno32 j-u, (20) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 273
341 but it must make Church Fellowship, especially Communion-table Fellowship, with the same Persons, to be as much, if not much more, Unlawful. but it must make Church Fellowship, especially Communion table Fellowship, with the same Persons, to be as much, if not much more, Unlawful. cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi n1 n1, av-j n1 n1, p-acp dt d n2, pc-acp vbi c-acp av-d, cs xx av-d av-dc, j-u. (20) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 273
342 But I forbear, not being without hopes but that Brethren Gracious and Wise will ponder what they hold, But I forbear, not being without hope's but that Brothers Gracious and Wise will ponder what they hold, p-acp pns11 vvb, xx vbg p-acp n2 p-acp d n2 j cc j vmb vvi r-crq pns32 vvb, (20) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 273
343 and what they practise, when they see bad use made of it, beyond their own Intention and Purpose. and what they practise, when they see bad use made of it, beyond their own Intention and Purpose. cc r-crq pns32 vvb, c-crq pns32 vvb j n1 vvn pp-f pn31, p-acp po32 d n1 cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 273
344 There is one thing further I shall say for application chiefly upon the other hand, There is one thing further I shall say for application chiefly upon the other hand, pc-acp vbz crd n1 av-j pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1 av-jn p-acp dt j-jn n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 273
345 and it is this, Such Practices ought to be eschewed, as may prove unjust, and unnecessary Irritations unto People, to cast themselves head-long upon the Errors of the time. and it is this, Such Practices ought to be Eschewed, as may prove unjust, and unnecessary Irritations unto People, to cast themselves headlong upon the Errors of the time. cc pn31 vbz d, d n2 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp vmb vvi j, cc j n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi px32 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 273
346 I do not love that any thing should be done of purpose, to make People (as we say) kyth or appear in their colours, I mean, to bring out these Practices, the Seed whereof thou conceives to be already within; I do not love that any thing should be done of purpose, to make People (as we say) kith or appear in their colours, I mean, to bring out these Practices, the Seed whereof thou conceives to be already within; pns11 vdb xx vvi cst d n1 vmd vbi vdn pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi n1 (c-acp pns12 vvb) n1 cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, pns11 vvb, pc-acp vvi av d n2, dt n1 c-crq pns21 vvz pc-acp vbi av a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 273
347 which at the best is to cast a stumbling Block before the Blind. I might reckon several Practices which are not only Irritating, but also in themselves Sinful; which At the best is to cast a stumbling Block before the Blind. I might reckon several Practices which Are not only Irritating, but also in themselves Sinful; r-crq p-acp dt js vbz pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt j. pns11 vmd vvi j n2 r-crq vbr xx av-j vvg, cc-acp av p-acp px32 j; (20) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 273
348 such as, Promiscuous admissions of Clean and Unclean to the Lord's Table; Little pains taking by Ministers to Instruct People with Knowledge; such as, Promiscuous admissions of Clean and Unclean to the Lord's Table; Little pains taking by Ministers to Instruct People with Knowledge; d c-acp, j n2 pp-f j cc j-u p-acp dt ng1 n1; j n2 vvg p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 274
349 Shewing much of Passion, but little of Reason, against Errors. Showing much of Passion, but little of Reason, against Errors. vvg d pp-f n1, cc-acp j pp-f n1, p-acp n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 274
350 There be many whose Zeal is honestly fervent against Error and Confusion, who yet by these, There be many whose Zeal is honestly fervent against Error and Confusion, who yet by these, pc-acp vbi d r-crq n1 vbz av-j j p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq av p-acp d, (20) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 274
351 and such as these, are not a little indirectly instrumental to the furtherance of it. and such as these, Are not a little indirectly instrumental to the furtherance of it. cc d c-acp d, vbr xx dt j av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 274
352 Our Second Direction how to manage our Differences so as not to further Satan's main design, is, That all, especially Ministers, would beware of such things as of their own Nature do prove, Our Second Direction how to manage our Differences so as not to further Satan's main Design, is, That all, especially Ministers, would beware of such things as of their own Nature do prove, po12 ord n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av c-acp xx p-acp jc npg1 j n1, vbz, cst d, av-j n2, vmd vvi pp-f d n2 c-acp pp-f po32 d n1 vdb vvi, (20) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 274
353 and by constant observation have proven, Fore-runners of Error and Confusion: Of which I shall reckon Three. and by constant observation have proven, Forerunners of Error and Confusion: Of which I shall reckon Three. cc p-acp j n1 vhb vvn, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1: pp-f r-crq pns11 vmb vvi crd. (20) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 274
354 The First thing to be eschewed, is, Unscriptural Expressions while speaking of things Religious, as, Cases of Conscience, Exercises of Mind, and Scripture Truths: The First thing to be Eschewed, is, Unscriptural Expressions while speaking of things Religious, as, Cases of Conscience, Exercises of Mind, and Scripture Truths: dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, vbz, j n2 cs vvg pp-f n2 j, c-acp, n2 pp-f n1, n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 274
355 An affected way of bringing forth old Truths in new and uncouth Phrases, high soaring Notions, serving more to astonish than inform the Hearers, Paul 2 Tim. 1. 13. bids, Hold fast the form of sound words, and not only of sound Doctrine: an affected Way of bringing forth old Truths in new and uncouth Phrases, high soaring Notions, serving more to astonish than inform the Hearers, Paul 2 Tim. 1. 13. bids, Hold fast the from of found words, and not only of found Doctrine: dt j-vvn n1 pp-f vvg av j n2 p-acp j cc j-u n2, j j-vvg n2, vvg av-dc pc-acp vvi cs vvi dt n2, np1 crd np1 crd crd vvz, vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc xx av-j pp-f j n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 274
356 It was Calvin 's Observation in his time, and severalls since, that those who coin new Words and strange Expressions, tending only to amuse the Hearers, are in hazard to be carried away themselves, It was calvin is Observation in his time, and severals since, that those who coin new Words and strange Expressions, tending only to amuse the Hearers, Are in hazard to be carried away themselves, pn31 vbds np1 vbz n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc n2-j p-acp, cst d r-crq vvb j n2 cc j n2, vvg av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2, vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av px32, (20) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 274
357 and to carry others with them, unto some New and Dangerous Opinions. and to carry Others with them, unto Some New and Dangerous Opinions. cc pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp pno32, p-acp d j cc j n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 274
358 2. Ye must beware lest a disgust of old Truths spread amongst the People, together with an itching after new Things, new Opinions, new Cases, new Fellowships, new Teachers. 2. You must beware lest a disgust of old Truths spread among the People, together with an itching After new Things, new Opinions, new Cases, new Fellowships, new Teachers. crd pn22 vmb vvi cs dt n1 pp-f j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt j-vvg p-acp j n2, j n2, j n2, j n2, j n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 275
359 Ye'll find 2 Tim. 4. 3, 4. That itching Ears in People go before the turning the Ear from the Truth. You'll find 2 Tim. 4. 3, 4. That itching Ears in People go before the turning the Ear from the Truth. pn22|vmb vvi crd np1 crd crd, crd cst j-vvg n2 p-acp n1 vvi p-acp dt vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 275
360 For preventing whereof Ministers should be much in the inculcating of old Soul-saving and Soul-humbling Truths; For preventing whereof Ministers should be much in the inculcating of old Soul-saving and Soul-humbling Truths; p-acp vvg c-crq np1 vmd vbi av-d p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j j cc j n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 275
361 And for keeping these still fresh and savory, much of the need of Christ should be pressed; And for keeping these still fresh and savoury, much of the need of christ should be pressed; cc p-acp vvg d av j cc j, av-d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi vvn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 275
362 to a Soul-hungring for Christ, every bitter thing is sweet, but a Soul full of Conceit loatheth the Hony-comb. to a Soul-hungering for christ, every bitter thing is sweet, but a Soul full of Conceit Loathes the Honeycomb. p-acp dt j c-acp np1, d j n1 vbz j, cc-acp dt n1 j pp-f n1 vvz dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 275
363 A Third Thing predisposing to Error, and so to be guarded against, is, The undervaluing of the Ministry. A Third Thing predisposing to Error, and so to be guarded against, is, The undervaluing of the Ministry. dt ord n1 vvg p-acp n1, cc av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, vbz, dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 275
364 It hath been Satan's method in drawing on People towards Error at all times, and in no time more than these of late. It hath been Satan's method in drawing on People towards Error At all times, and in no time more than these of late. pn31 vhz vbn npg1 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, cc p-acp dx n1 av-dc cs d pp-f av-j. (20) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 275
365 First, To make them despise their Faithful Ministers; First, To make them despise their Faithful Ministers; ord, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi po32 j n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 275
366 that once getting the Ear stopped by prejudice against thes• he might get the more ready access for his Emissaries to infect them with Damnable Errors. that once getting the Ear stopped by prejudice against thes• he might get the more ready access for his Emissaries to infect them with Damnable Errors. cst a-acp vvg dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pns31 vmd vvi dt av-dc j n1 p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 275
367 It is the Observation of a Reverend Writer of late, speaking to the same purpose, That the Galatians were easily seduced, It is the Observation of a Reverend Writer of late, speaking to the same purpose, That the Galatians were Easily seduced, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn n1 pp-f j, vvg p-acp dt d n1, cst dt np1 vbdr av-j vvn, (20) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 275
368 so soon as they were made to disgust Paul their Faithful Teacher. so soon as they were made to disgust Paul their Faithful Teacher. av av c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi np1 po32 j n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 275
369 This much for the Second Direction for managing of our Differences so, as not to come short in defence of these Truths, which Satan is labouring most to deface. This much for the Second Direction for managing of our Differences so, as not to come short in defence of these Truths, which Satan is labouring most to deface. d d p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp vvg pp-f po12 n2 av, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi j p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq np1 vbz vvg ds pc-acp vvi. (20) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 275
370 Our Third Direction, is, To be watchful over the first Buddings of Error That way: Our Third Direction, is, To be watchful over the First Buddings of Error That Way: po12 ord n1, vbz, pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f n1 cst n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 275
371 There are some lesser Errors whereby Satan scoureth the Field, and maketh way for these great Ones which he mainly intends: There Are Some lesser Errors whereby Satan scoureth the Field, and makes Way for these great Ones which he mainly intends: a-acp vbr d jc n2 c-crq np1 vvz dt n1, cc vvz n1 p-acp d j pi2 r-crq pns31 av-j vvz: (20) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 275
372 Whereof as to the present case I shall mention some. Whereof as to the present case I shall mention Some. c-crq c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pns11 vmb vvi d. (20) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 576
373 Concerning which, whatever we might speak from our own knowledge of the propensity of severals towards some of them; Concerning which, whatever we might speak from our own knowledge of the propensity of severals towards Some of them; vvg r-crq, r-crq pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2-j p-acp d pp-f pno32; (20) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 576
374 yet I shall rather choise to speak of them in the abstract, as such, That if People should be taken with them, will make way for that Confusion which Satan mainly aimeth at. yet I shall rather choice to speak of them in the abstract, as such, That if People should be taken with them, will make Way for that Confusion which Satan mainly aimeth At. av pns11 vmb av-c n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n-jn, c-acp d, cst cs n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32, vmb vvi n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 av-j vvz p-acp. (20) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 576
375 Error 1. The first whereof is, That no Man truly Godly, ought to be Censured for Opinion or Practice, which we conceive he owneth or practiseth from grounds of Conscience, Error 1. The First whereof is, That no Man truly Godly, ought to be Censured for Opinion or Practice, which we conceive he owneth or Practiseth from grounds of Conscience, n1 crd dt ord c-crq vbz, cst dx n1 av-j j, pi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq pns12 vvb pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 576
376 tho his Opinion or Practice tend never so evidently to the Renting of the Church. though his Opinion or Practice tend never so evidently to the Renting of the Church. cs po31 n1 cc n1 vvb av-x av av-j p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 576
377 Error 2. Secondly, That the presence of Scandalous Persons at the Lords Table, defileth the Ordinance unto all who Communicate, knowing such to be there. Error 2. Secondly, That the presence of Scandalous Persons At the lords Table, Defileth the Ordinance unto all who Communicate, knowing such to be there. n1 crd ord, cst dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n2 n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb, vvg d pc-acp vbi a-acp. (20) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 576
378 Error 3. Thirdly, That a Minister Scandalous, tho not Judicially proved such, ceaseth to be a Minister, Error 3. Thirdly, That a Minister Scandalous, though not Judicially proved such, ceases to be a Minister, n1 crd ord, cst dt n1 j, cs xx av-j vvn d, vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 576
379 so that it is unlawful to receive either Word or Sacrament at his hand, or to join in Discipline with him. so that it is unlawful to receive either Word or Sacrament At his hand, or to join in Discipline with him. av cst pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 576
380 Error 4. Fourthly, That there is no special tye upon People to countenance the Ordinance, in that Congregation whereof they are Members: Error 4. Fourthly, That there is no special tie upon People to countenance the Ordinance, in that Congregation whereof they Are Members: n1 crd ord, cst pc-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp d n1 c-crq pns32 vbr n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 576
381 But a liberty left to go constantly where they may be most edified, tho with the discouragement of those whose hands they are bound to strengthen. But a liberty left to go constantly where they may be most edified, though with the discouragement of those whose hands they Are bound to strengthen. cc-acp dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi av-j c-crq pns32 vmb vbi av-ds vvn, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f d rg-crq n2 pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi. (20) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 576
382 I have only mentioned these Tenets without Refutation, being confident that none of Christs Ministers, to whom herein I mainly speak, will own them: I have only mentioned these Tenets without Refutation, being confident that none of Christ Ministers, to whom herein I mainly speak, will own them: pns11 vhb av-j vvn d n2 p-acp n1, vbg j cst pix pp-f npg1 n2, p-acp ro-crq av pns11 av-j vvb, vmb vvi pno32: (20) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 576
383 Only I shall point at three things Ministers should make conscience of as their Duty, in relation to these or such like. Only I shall point At three things Ministers should make conscience of as their Duty, in Relation to these or such like. av-j pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2 vvz vmd vvi n1 pp-f p-acp po32 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d cc d av-j. (20) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 277
384 First, As it is our Duty to watch against prophanity and Scandal upon the one hand, First, As it is our Duty to watch against profanity and Scandal upon the one hand, ord, p-acp pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt crd n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 277
385 so to be learning where any thing of this kind vents it self either in Practice or Contentious Reasoning. so to be learning where any thing of this kind vents it self either in Practice or Contentious Reasoning. av pc-acp vbi n1 c-crq d n1 pp-f d n1 vvz pn31 n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc j vvg. (20) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 277
386 Secondly, We should not think lightly of such, when they do appear; Secondly, We should not think lightly of such, when they do appear; ord, pns12 vmd xx vvi av-j pp-f d, c-crq pns32 vdb vvi; (20) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 277
387 and that Because, 1. They do evidently make way for Satans great design in these times, which is to cover the Church of Christ with Confusion. 2. Because that however possibly such do not reflect so much upon our own Ministry as upon others, who we may conceive have justly procured their own grief, and that Because, 1. They do evidently make Way for Satan great Design in these times, which is to cover the Church of christ with Confusion. 2. Because that however possibly such do not reflect so much upon our own Ministry as upon Others, who we may conceive have justly procured their own grief, cc d c-acp, crd pns32 vdb av-j vvi n1 p-acp npg1 j n1 p-acp d n2, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. crd p-acp d c-acp av-j d vdb xx vvi av av-d p-acp po12 d n1 c-acp p-acp n2-jn, r-crq pns12 vmb vvi vhb av-j vvn po32 d n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 277
388 yet a year or two may lay them down at the door of him who thinks himself for the time at greatest distance from them, yet a year or two may lay them down At the door of him who thinks himself for the time At greatest distance from them, av dt n1 cc crd vmb vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp js n1 p-acp pno32, (20) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 277
389 and that with so much the more weight, as that he did not resent these evils sooner. 3. Such would not be thought of lightly, and that with so much the more weight, as that he did not resent these evils sooner. 3. Such would not be Thought of lightly, cc cst p-acp av av-d dt av-dc n1, c-acp cst pns31 vdd xx vvi d n2-jn av-c. crd d vmd xx vbi vvn pp-f av-j, (20) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 277
390 Because Experience sheweth, That the simple overseeing of such, is not the way to root them out, Because Experience shows, That the simple overseeing of such, is not the Way to root them out, c-acp n1 vvz, cst dt j vvg pp-f d, vbz xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av, (20) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 277
391 but rather to make them take strength. but rather to make them take strength. cc-acp av-c pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 277
392 And therefore the Third thing that Ministers should make Conscience of in relation to such, is, To set about the Curing of them, wherein ye are to eye two Caveats. 1. As ye would thrive so set about the Cure of One evil as not to neglect Another; And Therefore the Third thing that Ministers should make Conscience of in Relation to such, is, To Set about the Curing of them, wherein you Are to eye two Caveats. 1. As you would thrive so Set about the Cure of One evil as not to neglect another; cc av dt ord n1 cst n2 vmd vvi n1 pp-f p-acp n1 p-acp d, vbz, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno32, c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp n1 crd n2. crd p-acp pn22 vmd vvi av vvn p-acp dt vvb pp-f pi j-jn c-acp xx pc-acp vvi j-jn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 277
393 They are not to be approven, if any such be, who in their Reproofs bend themselves wholly against Error, They Are not to be approven, if any such be, who in their Reproofs bend themselves wholly against Error, pns32 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvi, cs d d vbi, r-crq p-acp po32 n2 vvb px32 av-jn p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 277
394 but little against Prophanity and Vice; but little against Profanity and Vice; cc-acp av-j p-acp n1 cc n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 277
395 neither are they to be approven, if there be any such, who pass over the reproof of Error wholly, neither Are they to be approven, if there be any such, who pass over the reproof of Error wholly, d vbr pns32 pc-acp vbi vvi, cs pc-acp vbb d d, r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av-jn, (20) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 278
396 because the Person to be reproved will hardly take with it; or that prophane men will take occasion to mock at Piety because of it: Because the Person to be reproved will hardly take with it; or that profane men will take occasion to mock At Piety Because of it: c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vmb av vvi p-acp pn31; cc cst j n2 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 c-acp pp-f pn31: (20) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 278
397 These things require indeed that the Duty be wisely and tenderly done, but not that it be left altogether undone. These things require indeed that the Duty be wisely and tenderly done, but not that it be left altogether undone. d n2 vvb av cst dt n1 vbb av-j cc av-j vdn, cc-acp xx cst pn31 vbb vvn av vvn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 278
398 A second Caveat to be eyed is, your Cure should be more in Convincing Arguments, than in Bitter Reproofs: A second Caveat to be eyed is, your Cure should be more in Convincing Arguments, than in Bitter Reproofs: dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz, po22 vvb vmd vbi av-dc p-acp vvg n2, cs p-acp j n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 278
399 Else it will be taken but for the venting of Passion, and that ye have nothing to say in Reason; Else it will be taken but for the venting of Passion, and that you have nothing to say in Reason; av pn31 vmb vbi vvn cc-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1, cc cst pn22 vhb pix pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 278
400 which will make the Disease worse. This much for the second branch of our last Use. which will make the Disease Worse. This much for the second branch of our last Use. r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 av-jc. d d p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po12 ord n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 278
401 The Third shall be some Considerations to the People, especially, for preventing their stumbling and making Shipwrack upon the present Divisions. The First Consideration is this: The Third shall be Some Considerations to the People, especially, for preventing their stumbling and making Shipwreck upon the present Divisions. The First Consideration is this: dt ord vmb vbi d n2 p-acp dt n1, av-j, p-acp vvg po32 j-vvg cc vvg n1 p-acp dt j n2. dt ord n1 vbz d: (20) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 278
402 The Church in all Ages hath been afflicted with Divisions from the Apostles time even till now: The Church in all Ages hath been afflicted with Divisions from the Apostles time even till now: dt n1 p-acp d n2 vhz vbn vvn p-acp n2 p-acp dt n2 n1 av c-acp av: (20) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 278
403 yea, in the very time when the Apostles were alive themselves, We read Act. 15. 39. That two great Apostles Paul and Barnabas were so divided, that they parted one from another: yea, in the very time when the Apostles were alive themselves, We read Act. 15. 39. That two great Apostles Paul and Barnabas were so divided, that they parted one from Another: uh, p-acp dt j n1 c-crq dt n2 vbdr j px32, pns12 vvb n1 crd crd d crd j n2 np1 cc np1 vbdr av vvn, cst pns32 vvd pi p-acp n-jn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 278
404 The Word made use of in the Original, to express their Contention, signifieth, The high fit of a Fever ( a Paroxism ) It is the very word; The Word made use of in the Original, to express their Contention, signifies, The high fit of a Fever (a Paroxysm) It is the very word; dt n1 vvd n1 pp-f p-acp dt j-jn, pc-acp vvi po32 n1, vvz, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 (dt n1) pn31 vbz dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 278
405 The Spirit of the Lord thereby insinuating, That their Contention cast them, as it were, in the rage of a Fever; The Spirit of the Lord thereby insinuating, That their Contention cast them, as it were, in the rage of a Fever; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvg, cst po32 n1 vvd pno32, c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 278
406 and yet the matter whereabout the contest fell out was not very great: and yet the matter whereabout the contest fell out was not very great: cc av dt n1 c-crq dt vvi vvd av vbds xx av j: (20) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 278
407 Much like That, which was the Fountain of our woful Rent, to wit, whether Mark who had before deserted the Work, should be again employed in it, The one would have him, the other would not; hence they part Company. Much like That, which was the Fountain of our woeful Rend, to wit, whither Mark who had before deserted the Work, should be again employed in it, The one would have him, the other would not; hence they part Company. av-d av-j cst, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1, p-acp n1, cs vvb r-crq vhd a-acp vvn dt n1, vmd vbi av vvn p-acp pn31, dt pi vmd vhi pno31, dt n-jn vmd xx; av pns32 vvb n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 279
408 And what Divisions fell out amongst the primitive Churches almost presently after they were planted by the Apostles, The Epistles of Paul to the Romans, Corinthians, Galatians, &c. make it very clear. And what Divisions fell out among the primitive Churches almost presently After they were planted by the Apostles, The Epistles of Paul to the Roman, Corinthians, Galatians, etc. make it very clear. cc q-crq n2 vvd av p-acp dt j n2 av av-j c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2, dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt njp2, njp2, njp2, av vvi pn31 av j. (20) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 279
409 And for the times following the History of the Church doth abundantly testify, That from the Apostles Death to this very Age, the Church hath still been shaken with Rents and Schisms, in some one place or other; And for the times following the History of the Church does abundantly testify, That from the Apostles Death to this very Age, the Church hath still been shaken with Rends and Schisms, in Some one place or other; cc p-acp dt n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz av-j vvi, cst p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp d j n1, dt n1 vhz av vbn vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp d crd n1 cc n-jn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 279
410 and these sometimes even amongst the most Gracious Men of those times, as Augustine, Hierom, Zuinglius, Luther, and Calvin, Together with several others, whose Names, and these sometime even among the most Gracious Men of those times, as Augustine, Hieronymus, Zwingli, Luther, and calvin, Together with several Others, whose Names, cc d av av p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f d n2, c-acp np1, np1, np1, np1, cc np1, av p-acp j n2-jn, rg-crq n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 279
411 if it were pertinent I might recite. So that ye are not to stumble at the present Divisions: if it were pertinent I might recite. So that you Are not to Stumble At the present Divisions: cs pn31 vbdr j pns11 vmd vvi. av cst pn22 vbr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 279
412 There is no new or strange thing befallen Us: The Church of Christ in all Ages hath been tryed with the like. There is no new or strange thing befallen Us: The Church of christ in all Ages hath been tried with the like. pc-acp vbz dx j cc j n1 vvn pno32: dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt j. (20) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 279
413 A Second Consideration to prevent stumbling at our present Divisions is, That God hath foretold Church Divisions should be, 1 Cor. 11. 19. There must be also Heresies among you — And he hath not only foretold that simply they must be, A Second Consideration to prevent stumbling At our present Divisions is, That God hath foretold Church Divisions should be, 1 Cor. 11. 19. There must be also Heresies among you — And he hath not only foretold that simply they must be, dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po12 j n2 vbz, cst np1 vhz vvn n1 n2 vmd vbi, crd np1 crd crd pc-acp vmb vbi av n2 p-acp pn22 — cc pns31 vhz xx av-j vvn cst av-j pns32 vmb vbi, (20) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 279
414 but so a• he should have an holy hand in them, Matth. 10. 35. I am come to set a man at variance against his Father, but so a• he should have an holy hand in them, Matthew 10. 35. I am come to Set a man At variance against his Father, cc-acp av n1 pns31 vmd vhi dt j n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 279
415 and the Daughter against her Mother — So that he hath an Holy hand in Church Divisions, he permits them to be, and the Daughter against her Mother — So that he hath an Holy hand in Church Divisions, he permits them to be, cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 — av cst pns31 vhz dt j n1 p-acp n1 n2, pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi, (20) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 279
416 and for wise Reasons, whereof I shall reckon Three. 1. He permits Divisions to be, That Men's Spirits may be thereby tryed. and for wise Reasons, whereof I shall reckon Three. 1. He permits Divisions to be, That Men's Spirits may be thereby tried. cc p-acp j n2, c-crq pns11 vmb vvi crd. crd pns31 vvz n2 pc-acp vbi, cst ng2 n2 vmb vbi av vvn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 279
417 So 1 Cor. 11. 19. There must be Heresies among you, And wherefore? — That they which are approved may be made manifest. So 1 Cor. 11. 19. There must be Heresies among you, And Wherefore? — That they which Are approved may be made manifest. av crd np1 crd crd pc-acp vmb vbi n2 p-acp pn22, cc q-crq? — cst pns32 r-crq vbr vvn vmb vbi vvn j. (20) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 280
418 There is a great deal of evil lurking in Peoples Spirits, Unsound Principles in some, Seeds of loose practices in others, Pride, Conceit, There is a great deal of evil lurking in Peoples Spirits, Unsound Principles in Some, Seeds of lose practices in Others, Pride, Conceit, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n-jn vvg p-acp ng1 n2, j n2 p-acp d, n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp n2-jn, n1, n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 280
419 and other unmortified Distempers, in a third sort; and other unmortified Distempers, in a third sort; cc n-jn vvn n2, p-acp dt ord n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 280
420 and Divisions in a Church decipher those. 2. Divisions are sent for the clearing of Truths: and Divisions in a Church decipher those. 2. Divisions Are sent for the clearing of Truths: cc n2 p-acp dt n1 vvi d. crd n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 280
421 This, as we shewed before, has been Gods method from the beginning, when he had a point of Truth to clear, he hath suffered men to contradict it, This, as we showed before, has been God's method from the beginning, when he had a point of Truth to clear, he hath suffered men to contradict it, d, c-acp pns12 vvd a-acp, vhz vbn n2 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vhz vvn n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, (20) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 280
422 and the more it hath been contradicted, it hath still grown the brighter. 3. He permits Divisions to be, that in his Holy Justice they may be a stumbling block to the wicked; and the more it hath been contradicted, it hath still grown the Brighter. 3. He permits Divisions to be, that in his Holy justice they may be a stumbling block to the wicked; cc dt av-dc pn31 vhz vbn vvd, pn31 vhz av vvn dt jc. crd pns31 vvz n2 pc-acp vbi, cst p-acp po31 j n1 pns32 vmb vbi dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt j; (20) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 280
423 If thou think there are so many Opinions, and so many Religions, that thou'l care for no Religion, If thou think there Are so many Opinions, and so many Religions, that thou'l care for no Religion, cs pns21 vvb pc-acp vbr av d n2, cc av d n2, cst pns21|vm2 vvb p-acp dx n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 280
424 until wiser People than thou agree among themselves; Then Church Divisions and difference of Opinions in Gods just judgment are thy Destruction. until Wiser People than thou agree among themselves; Then Church Divisions and difference of Opinions in God's just judgement Are thy Destruction. c-acp jc n1 cs pns21 vvb p-acp px32; av n1 n2 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp npg1 j n1 vbr po21 n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 280
425 A third Consideration to prevent stumbling at our present Divisions is, That some good use may be made of them in the mean time; A third Consideration to prevent stumbling At our present Divisions is, That Some good use may be made of them in the mean time; dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po12 j n2 vbz, cst d j n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 280
426 I shall first speak to some Bad Uses of them which ye are to eschew: I shall First speak to Some Bad Uses of them which you Are to eschew: pns11 vmb ord vvi p-acp d j n2 pp-f pno32 r-crq pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi: (20) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 280
427 And then to speak to some Good Uses of them which ye are to seek after. And then to speak to Some Good Uses of them which you Are to seek After. cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2 pp-f pno32 r-crq pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp. (20) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 280
428 1. The First bad Use of the present Divisions is, From them to take occasion of Rejoycing, that Ministers are set together by the Ears: A woeful Use! 1. The First bad Use of the present Divisions is, From them to take occasion of Rejoicing, that Ministers Are Set together by the Ears: A woeful Use! crd dt ord j n1 pp-f dt j n2 vbz, p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg, cst n2 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n2: dt j n1! (20) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 280
429 Thou rejoycest in that which is the Gospels shame, the Godly's weight, and God's dishonour; and God shall rejoyce in thy shame and ruin another day for it. Thou Rejoicest in that which is the Gospels shame, the Godly's weight, and God's dishonour; and God shall rejoice in thy shame and ruin Another day for it. pns21 vv2 p-acp d r-crq vbz dt ng1 n1, dt npg1 n1, cc npg1 n1; cc np1 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1 cc vvi j-jn n1 p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 280
430 2. Another bad Use is, Because of them to wish That the work of Reformation had never been begun; 2. another bad Use is, Because of them to wish That the work of Reformation had never been begun; crd j-jn j n1 vbz, c-acp pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vhd av-x vbn vvn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 281
431 as having such ills following upon it: as having such ills following upon it: c-acp vhg d n2-jn vvg p-acp pn31: (20) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 281
432 An use which the carnal Israelites did often make of their present strait, Would God (say they) we had never come out of Egypt. an use which the carnal Israelites did often make of their present strait, Would God (say they) we had never come out of Egypt. dt n1 r-crq dt j np1 vdd av vvi pp-f po32 j n1, vmd np1 (vvb pns32) pns12 vhd av-x vvn av pp-f np1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 281
433 An Use which speaks, That for all thy professed adherence to the work of God and Covenant, an Use which speaks, That for all thy professed adherence to the work of God and Covenant, dt n1 r-crq vvz, cst p-acp d po21 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 281
434 yet thou hast never thought upon it as His work; yet thou hast never Thought upon it as His work; av pns21 vh2 av-x vvd p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 281
435 else a blast of Affliction could not have put thee so soon out of love with it. Else a blast of Affliction could not have put thee so soon out of love with it. av dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd xx vhi vvn pno21 av av av pp-f n1 p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 281
436 3. The giving over of your selves to a Spirit of Loosness, it being a lawless time: 3. The giving over of your selves to a Spirit of Looseness, it being a lawless time: crd dt vvg a-acp pp-f po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbg dt j n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 281
437 Some Ministers may possibly make this Use of the present Division, but it is a woeful Use, and such as will deceive: some Ministers may possibly make this Use of the present Division, but it is a woeful Use, and such as will deceive: d n2 vmb av-j vvi d n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc d c-acp vmb vvi: (20) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 281
438 God may of purpose have sent such a time that thou may without fear fill up thy Cup, God may of purpose have sent such a time that thou may without Fear fill up thy Cup, np1 vmb pp-f n1 vhb vvn d dt n1 cst pns21 vmb p-acp n1 vvi a-acp po21 n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 281
439 and so be taken course with afterwards for all together. and so be taken course with afterwards for all together. cc av vbi vvn n1 p-acp av c-acp d av. (20) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 281
440 4. It is a bad Use of them, to observe only which of the wayes do afford most advantage, where the Sun of Prosperity is most like to shine, that ye may strike in there, 4. It is a bad Use of them, to observe only which of the ways do afford most advantage, where the Sun of Prosperity is most like to shine, that you may strike in there, crd pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f pno32, pc-acp vvi av-j r-crq pp-f dt n2 vdb vvi ds n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-ds av-j pc-acp vvi, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp a-acp, (20) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 281
441 but with a resolution, if the Wind change ye will change also: but with a resolution, if the Wind change you will change also: cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cs dt n1 vvb pn22 vmb vvi av: (20) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 281
442 A bad Use and unworthy of a Man, much more of a Christian Man, whose Profession is to be ruled by Conscience, Scripture and Reason; A bad Use and unworthy of a Man, much more of a Christian Man, whose Profession is to be ruled by Conscience, Scripture and Reason; dt j n1 cc j pp-f dt n1, av-d av-dc pp-f dt njp n1, rg-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, n1 cc n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 281
443 and not by self-interest and advantage. 5. The last bad Use of the present Division is, To blow at the Coal; and not by self-interest and advantage. 5. The last bad Use of the present Division is, To blow At the Coal; cc xx p-acp n1 cc n1. crd dt ord j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 281
444 making it your work what ye can search out and scrape together, from the carriage of these who differ, that ye may vent it, making it your work what you can search out and scrape together, from the carriage of these who differ, that you may vent it, vvg pn31 po22 n1 r-crq pn22 vmb vvi av cc vvi av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb, cst pn22 vmb vvi pn31, (20) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 281
445 and make them odious by it. A base uncharitable and unchristian Use. A thing so woeful that David complains of it in his very Enemies. and make them odious by it. A base uncharitable and unchristian Use. A thing so woeful that David complains of it in his very Enemies. cc vvi pno32 j p-acp pn31. dt j j cc j n1. dt n1 av j cst np1 vvz pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 j n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 281
446 Ps. 56. 5, 6. Every day they wrest my words; all their thoughts are against me for evil. Ps. 56. 5, 6. Every day they wrest my words; all their thoughts Are against me for evil. np1 crd crd, crd np1 n1 pns32 vvb po11 n2; d po32 n2 vbr p-acp pno11 p-acp n-jn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 282
447 They gather themselves together, they hide themselves, they mark my steps when they wait for my Soul. This is a thing I may say, which hath had it's own hand in the hightning and continuance of our Differences, They gather themselves together, they hide themselves, they mark my steps when they wait for my Soul. This is a thing I may say, which hath had it's own hand in the hightning and Continuance of our Differences, pns32 vvb px32 av, pns32 vvb px32, pns32 vvb po11 n2 c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po11 n1 d vbz dt n1 pns11 vmb vvi, r-crq vhz vhn pn31|vbz d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 282
448 if that which Solomon saith, Prov. 26. 20. be true, as it is most true, — Where there is no talebearer the strife ceaseth. if that which Solomon Says, Curae 26. 20. be true, as it is most true, — Where there is no talebearer the strife ceases. cs d r-crq np1 vvz, np1 crd crd vbb j, c-acp pn31 vbz av-ds j, — c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 dt n1 vvz. (20) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 282
449 These now are bad Uses which ye are to eschew, but out of the Eater cometh meat, there is some good Use may be made of our present Divisions, These now Are bad Uses which you Are to eschew, but out of the Eater comes meat, there is Some good Use may be made of our present Divisions, np1 av vbr j n2 r-crq pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi, cc-acp av pp-f dt n1 vvz n1, pc-acp vbz d j n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f po12 j n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 282
450 and that ye should seek after. and that you should seek After. cc cst pn22 vmd vvi a-acp. (20) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 282
451 The first good Use is, That from these separating stirs ye would labour to be convinced of abused Vnion. Our Division speaketh that Union hath not been improven aright, The First good Use is, That from these separating stirs you would labour to be convinced of abused union. Our Division speaks that union hath not been improven aright, dt ord j n1 vbz, cst p-acp d n-vvg vvz pn22 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f j-vvn n1. po12 n1 vvz d n1 vhz xx vbn vvn av, (20) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 282
452 neither amongst Ministers nor Professors, there hath been much of carnal Joy, triffling over of time, neither among Ministers nor Professors, there hath been much of carnal Joy, trifling over of time, av-dx p-acp n2 ccx n2, pc-acp vhz vbn d pp-f j n1, vvg a-acp pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 282
453 but little and too too little of God in our Fellowship: but little and too too little of God in our Fellowship: cc-acp j cc av av j pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 282
454 And therefore in His just Judgement He hath given us some other thing to set our Teeth on edge with, ye should be convinced of this, and be humbled for it. And Therefore in His just Judgement He hath given us Some other thing to Set our Teeth on edge with, you should be convinced of this, and be humbled for it. cc av p-acp po31 j n1 pns31 vhz vvn pno12 d j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp, pn22 vmd vbi vvn pp-f d, cc vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 282
455 A Second good use of our present Division is, Ye should press so much the more after Peace with God, A Second good use of our present Division is, You should press so much the more After Peace with God, dt ord j n1 pp-f po12 j n1 vbz, pn22 vmd vvi av av-d dt av-dc p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 282
456 If strife with men be so wasting and wearisome, what will Gods feud be? If peace with men be so hard to get, seek the more of peace with God: If strife with men be so wasting and wearisome, what will God's feud be? If peace with men be so hard to get, seek the more of peace with God: cs n1 p-acp n2 vbb av vvg cc j, q-crq vmb ng1 n1 vbi? cs n1 p-acp n2 vbb av j pc-acp vvi, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 282
457 Seek the more of his smileings, the more thou meets with of men's frownings: seek the more warmness in him, the more of Coldness thou meets with from men; Seek the more of his smilings, the more thou meets with of men's frownings: seek the more warmness in him, the more of Coldness thou meets with from men; vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n2-vvg, dt av-dc pns21 vvz p-acp pp-f ng2 n2-vvg: vvb dt av-dc n1 p-acp pno31, dt av-dc pp-f n1 pns21 vvz p-acp p-acp n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 282
458 seek the more of Counsel and Direction from God, the more Reservedness thou finds in others from whom thou was wont to get sweet Counsel. seek the more of Counsel and Direction from God, the more Reservedness thou finds in Others from whom thou was wont to get sweet Counsel. vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, dt av-dc n1 pns21 vvz p-acp n2-jn p-acp ro-crq pns21 vbds j pc-acp vvi j n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 283
459 This were a sweet use of our present Divisions; An Exposition of Sampsons Riddle indeed; This were a sweet use of our present Divisions; an Exposition of Sampsons Riddle indeed; d vbdr dt j n1 pp-f po12 j n2; dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 av; (20) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 283
460 For thus Out of the eater should come meat, and out of the bitter should come sweet. For thus Out of the eater should come meat, and out of the bitter should come sweet. c-acp av av pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi n1, cc av pp-f dt j vmd vvi j. (20) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 283
461 Thirdly, By these Divisions ye may discover much evil in your spirit that was before undiscovered, what a deal of Pride, not enduring to be opposed? What Carnal Emulation at the good of others? What rejoying at their slips? What eagerness of spirit in the pursuit of things of little worth, Thirdly, By these Divisions you may discover much evil in your Spirit that was before undiscovered, what a deal of Pride, not enduring to be opposed? What Carnal Emulation At the good of Others? What rejoying At their slips? What eagerness of Spirit in the pursuit of things of little worth, ord, p-acp d n2 pn22 vmb vvi d n-jn p-acp po22 n1 cst vbds a-acp j, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1, xx vvg pc-acp vbi vvn? q-crq j n1 p-acp dt j pp-f n2-jn? r-crq vvg p-acp po32 n2? q-crq n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pp-f j n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 283
462 when more excellent are neglected? What violent Eruptions of unmortified nature, bending after courses unwarrantable for making of our Point good, when more excellent Are neglected? What violent Eruptions of unmortified nature, bending After courses unwarrantable for making of our Point good, c-crq dc j vbr vvn? q-crq j n2 pp-f vvn n1, vvg p-acp n2 j p-acp vvg pp-f po12 n1 j, (20) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 283
463 except Grace did bear them down? Ye find such a discovery of some things, such as may make you abase your selves before God. except Grace did bear them down? You find such a discovery of Some things, such as may make you abase your selves before God. c-acp n1 vdd vvi pno32 a-acp? pn22 vvb d dt n1 pp-f d n2, d c-acp vmb vvi pn22 vvi po22 n2 p-acp np1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 283
464 Fourthly, Our present Divisions may confirm us in the Main, and settle us more than ever in the belief of those so much opposed Truths concerning the Government of Christ's House, and Constitution of Visible Churches: Fourthly, Our present Divisions may confirm us in the Main, and settle us more than ever in the belief of those so much opposed Truths Concerning the Government of Christ's House, and Constitution of Visible Churches: ord, po12 j n2 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt j, cc vvb pno12 dc cs av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d av av-d vvn n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc n1 pp-f j n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 283
465 and that because those who are divivided and oppose one another much, yet for the most part do agree in these. and that Because those who Are divivided and oppose one Another much, yet for the most part do agree in these. cc cst p-acp d r-crq vbr vvn cc vvi pi j-jn d, av p-acp dt av-ds n1 vdb vvi p-acp d. (20) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 283
466 If a mans house stand after the shaking of many strong winds, he concluds the foundation is good, This is a strong Argument for Truth, that our Divisions Factions and oppositions, one against another, do not shake our minds in relation to it. If a men house stand After the shaking of many strong winds, he concludes the Foundation is good, This is a strong Argument for Truth, that our Divisions Factions and oppositions, one against Another, do not shake our minds in Relation to it. cs dt ng1 n1 vvb p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d j n2, pns31 vvz dt n1 vbz j, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, cst po12 n2 n2 cc n2, pi p-acp n-jn, vdb xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 283
467 Fifthly, Our present Divisions may be a spur to more diligence in dealing with God for helping foreward of his so much retarded Work. Fifthly, Our present Divisions may be a spur to more diligence in dealing with God for helping forward of his so much retarded Work. ord, po12 j n2 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dc n1 p-acp vvg p-acp np1 p-acp j-vvg n1 pp-f png31 av av-d vvn n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 284
468 He is an unhappy man who, when the Ship of the Church is at the point of shipwrak, will not use violence against his own Laziness, He is an unhappy man who, when the Ship of the Church is At the point of shipwrak, will not use violence against his own Laziness, pns31 vbz dt j n1 r-crq, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb xx vvi n1 p-acp po31 d n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 284
469 and improve his interest with God, that he would help his tossed Church at a dead lift. and improve his Interest with God, that he would help his tossed Church At a dead lift. cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 vvn n1 p-acp dt j n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 284
470 Oh! that there were more of this Use; The Generation of those that seek God are fallen asleep: Oh! that there were more of this Use; The Generation of those that seek God Are fallen asleep: uh cst a-acp vbdr dc pp-f d n1; dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb np1 vbr vvn j: (20) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 284
471 many are the means that God hath used to rouze us up; We have had the Calm Voice of the Word; many Are the means that God hath used to rouse us up; We have had the Cam Voice of the Word; d vbr dt n2 cst np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp; pns12 vhb vhn dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 284
472 and that hath not done it; and that hath not done it; cc cst vhz xx vdn pn31; (20) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 284
473 We have had the Thunder-claps of Sad sufferings from without, and that hath not done it: We have had the Thunderclaps of Sad sufferings from without, and that hath not done it: pns12 vhb vhn dt j pp-f j n2 p-acp a-acp, cc cst vhz xx vdn pn31: (20) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 284
474 And now the Earth-quakes of heart Divisions within, have shaken All: And now the Earthquakes of heart Divisions within, have shaken All: cc av dt n2 pp-f n1 n2 a-acp, vhb vvn d: (20) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 284
475 And, if God prevent not, will overturn All. And if this awake us not, Oh! Lord what will thou do next! And, if God prevent not, will overturn All. And if this awake us not, Oh! Lord what will thou do next! cc, cs np1 vvb xx, vmb vvi d cc cs d vvb pno12 xx, uh n1 q-crq vmb pns21 vdi ord! (20) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 284
476 I shall now shut up all with the words of my Text, Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of Our Lord Iesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, I shall now shut up all with the words of my Text, Now I beseech you, brothers, by the name of Our Lord Iesus christ, that you all speak the same thing, pns11 vmb av vvi a-acp d p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, av pns11 vvb pn22, n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, cst pn22 d vvb dt d n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 284
477 and that there be no divisions among you; and that there be no divisions among you; cc cst pc-acp vbi dx n2 p-acp pn22; (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 284
478 but that ye be perfectly joyned together in the same mind, and in the same Iudgment. but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind, and in the same Judgement. cc-acp cst pn22 vbb av-j vvn av p-acp dt d n1, cc p-acp dt d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 284
479 I know, as matters now stand, This, and all we have spoken from it, may prove but threshing on the water, I know, as matters now stand, This, and all we have spoken from it, may prove but threshing on the water, pns11 vvb, c-acp n2 av vvb, d, cc d pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pn31, vmb vvi p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 284
480 as to the thing by us intended: Yea, and very like it may be made use of for the hightning of prejudices, as to the thing by us intended: Yea, and very like it may be made use of for the hightning of prejudices, c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12 vvd: uh, cc av av-j pn31 vmb vbi vvn n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 284
481 and further increase of Our strife; and if so be, I am at a point what to Answer: and further increase of Our strife; and if so be, I am At a point what to Answer: cc jc n1 pp-f po12 n1; cc cs av vbi, pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1 r-crq p-acp n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 284
482 That even this will confirm unto me the Truth of what I have said, to wit, That Our Divisions are an Evil much to be lamented; That even this will confirm unto me the Truth of what I have said, to wit, That Our Divisions Are an Evil much to be lamented; cst av d vmb vvi p-acp pno11 dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, p-acp n1, cst po12 n2 vbr dt j-jn av-d pc-acp vbi vvn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 284
483 It is a Judicial stroak, in so far as nothing can be said for the removal of it, It is a Judicial stroke, in so Far as nothing can be said for the removal of it, pn31 vbz dt j n1, p-acp av av-j c-acp pix vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
484 but thereby one way or other it taketh strength; but thereby one Way or other it Takes strength; cc-acp av crd n1 cc av-jn pn31 vvz n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
485 It is a strong fire, that when water is poured upon it, blazeth up the higher; It is a strong fire, that when water is poured upon it, blazeth up the higher; pn31 vbz dt j n1, cst c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, vvz a-acp dt jc; (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
486 It is a dangerous Disease in the natural body, which is so prev•lent, as to turn the very medicine applyed, It is a dangerous Disease in the natural body, which is so prev•lent, as to turn the very medicine applied, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1 vvd, (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
487 unto the nature of that vicious Humour, whereby the disease is further fed and nourished. unto the nature of that vicious Humour, whereby the disease is further fed and nourished. p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz jc vvn cc vvn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
488 And yet tho all this should be (which God avert) I have another thing to say, And yet though all this should be (which God avert) I have Another thing to say, cc av cs d d vmd vbi (r-crq np1 vvb) pns11 vhb j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi, (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
489 and it is the ground of my comfort as to Our present sad stroke; and it is the ground of my Comfort as to Our present sad stroke; cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 c-acp p-acp po12 j j n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
490 That Jesus Christ who hath found out the way to make God and man One, when they were at variance, hath ways enough to reconcile us one to another, That jesus christ who hath found out the Way to make God and man One, when they were At variance, hath ways enough to reconcile us one to Another, cst np1 np1 r-crq vhz vvn av dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 cc n1 crd, c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp n1, vhz n2 av-d pc-acp vvi pno12 crd p-acp n-jn, (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
491 tho Our Divisions were at a greater hight than yet they're come to: though Our Divisions were At a greater hight than yet They are come to: cs po12 n2 vbdr p-acp dt jc n1 cs av pns32|vbr vvn p-acp: (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
492 And if he hath pleasure in us he will make us One, tho it should be on our own Expenses: And if he hath pleasure in us he will make us One, though it should be on our own Expenses: cc cs pns31 vhz n1 p-acp pno12 pns31 vmb vvi pno12 pi, cs pn31 vmd vbi p-acp po12 d n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
493 He may possibly do it by sending us to one Common Goal, or some such like thing; He may possibly do it by sending us to one Common Goal, or Some such like thing; pns31 vmb av-j vdi pn31 p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp crd j n1, cc d d j n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
494 For our adhering to the Cause of God, Covenant and precious Liberties of the Kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ, That precious Trust committed unto us by him, For our adhering to the Cause of God, Covenant and precious Liberties of the Kingdom of our Lord jesus christ, That precious Trust committed unto us by him, p-acp po12 n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, cst j n1 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp pno31, (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
495 and transmitted unto us by our Zealous and Faithful Predecessors, who in the obtaining and preservation of them, loved not their lives unto the death. and transmitted unto us by our Zealous and Faithful Predecessors, who in the obtaining and preservation of them, loved not their lives unto the death. cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 j cc j n2, r-crq p-acp dt n-vvg cc n1 pp-f pno32, vvd xx po32 n2 p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
496 If He have pleasure in us he will make us unite, and if no other thing will do it, he will make such like work as this do it: If He have pleasure in us he will make us unite, and if not other thing will do it, he will make such like work as this do it: cs pns31 vhb n1 p-acp pno12 pns31 vmb vvi pno12 vvi, cc cs xx j-jn n1 vmb vdi pn31, pns31 vmb vvi d j n1 p-acp d vdb pn31: (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
497 And it's very like such like work may be ere long: And it's very like such like work may be ere long: cc pn31|vbz av av-j d j n1 vmb vbi c-acp av-j: (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
498 For shall we look on our mother Church oppressed and bereaved of these Priviledges which are left unto her by her Lord and husband, in his Latter Will and Testament, For shall we look on our mother Church oppressed and bereft of these Privileges which Are left unto her by her Lord and husband, in his Latter Will and Testament, c-acp vmb pns12 vvi p-acp po12 n1 n1 vvn cc vvn pp-f d n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 285
499 and shall we not so much as in ways competent for us, upon all hazards resent it? Shall stronger Powers usurp upon the Church's Right and in the mean time, shall we by our mutual janglings, encourage them to go on in this woful Work? Or shall we resent these wrongs the less, and shall we not so much as in ways competent for us, upon all hazards resent it? Shall Stronger Powers usurp upon the Church's Right and in the mean time, shall we by our mutual janglings, encourage them to go on in this woeful Work? Or shall we resent these wrongs the less, cc vmb pns12 xx av av-d c-acp p-acp n2 j p-acp pno12, p-acp d n2 vvi pn31? vmb jc n2 vvi p-acp dt ng1 n-jn cc p-acp dt j n1, vmb pns12 p-acp po12 j n2-vvg, vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d j n1? cc vmb pns12 vvi d n2-jn dt av-dc, (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 286
500 or secretly approve of them, becasue possibly that which is our own design for weakning one another is thereby promoved? God forbid. or secretly approve of them, becasue possibly that which is our own Design for weakening one Another is thereby promoved? God forbid. cc av-jn vvb pp-f pno32, vvi av-j cst r-crq vbz po12 d n1 p-acp vvg pi n-jn vbz av vvn? np1 vvb. (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 286
501 Now the God of Peace establish our Peace with himself, and give us Peace one with another in himself. Now the God of Peace establish our Peace with himself, and give us Peace one with Another in himself. av dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi po12 n1 p-acp px31, cc vvb pno12 n1 pi p-acp j-jn p-acp px31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 286
502 A SERMON PREACHED AT KILWINNING, Immediatly before the giving of the COMMUNION. Being a Preparation Sermon in order thereunto. The second SERMON. A SERMON PREACHED AT KILWINNING, Immediately before the giving of the COMMUNION. Being a Preparation Sermon in order thereunto. The second SERMON. dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, av-j p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1. vbg dt n1 n1 p-acp n1 av. dt ord n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 287
503 PSALM 51. 6. Behold, thou desirest Truth in the inward Parts: And in the hidden part thou shalt make me to know Wisdom. PSALM 51. 6. Behold, thou Desirest Truth in the inward Parts: And in the hidden part thou shalt make me to know Wisdom. np1 crd crd vvb, pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp dt j n2: cc p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 287
504 THIS Psalm is one of Davids Penitential Psalms, wherein his Conscience being first awakned, and made sensible of his Sin, He pleadeth hard for God's Mercy & Grace, THIS Psalm is one of Davids Penitential Psalms, wherein his Conscience being First awakened, and made sensible of his since, He pleads hard for God's Mercy & Grace, d n1 vbz pi pp-f npg1 j n2, c-crq po31 n1 vbg ord vvn, cc vvd j pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvz av-j p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 287
505 and especially for the Pardon of his Sin; which Petition He insists upon most, and doth again and again inculcate it. and especially for the Pardon of his since; which Petition He insists upon most, and does again and again inculcate it. cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; r-crq vvb pns31 vvz p-acp ds, cc vdz av cc av vvb pn31. (21) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 287
506 The Words read in the First Part of this Verse, hold out somewhat which God mainly called for, The Words read in the First Part of this Verse, hold out somewhat which God mainly called for, dt n2 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, vvb av av r-crq np1 av-j vvn p-acp, (21) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 288
507 and David aimed at, as a necessary Ingredient in his Penitential Address unto God; and David aimed At, as a necessary Ingredient in his Penitential Address unto God; cc np1 vvn p-acp, c-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp np1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 288
508 Without which nothing he could do in any Duty of God's Service, or particularly in This which He is presently about, would have been acceptable to God, Without which nothing he could do in any Duty of God's Service, or particularly in This which He is presently about, would have been acceptable to God, p-acp r-crq pix pns31 vmd vdi p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc av-j p-acp d r-crq pns31 vbz av-j a-acp, vmd vhi vbn j p-acp np1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 288
509 and which being obtain'd and in exercise, all He did was the more savoury; and which being obtained and in exercise, all He did was the more savoury; cc r-crq vbg vvn cc p-acp n1, d pns31 vdd vbds dt av-dc j; (21) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 288
510 and therefore He maketh mention of it in the midst of His Prayer and present Exercise, that thereby He may both mind His Heart, of the great necessity there was to have it, and Therefore He makes mention of it in the midst of His Prayer and present Exercise, that thereby He may both mind His Heart, of the great necessity there was to have it, cc av pns31 vvz n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc j n1, cst av pns31 vmb av-d vvi po31 n1, pp-f dt j n1 a-acp vbds pc-acp vhi pn31, (21) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 288
511 and also may chear up his weighted Spirit somewhat, in confidence that He would be accepted of God in His present Address, seing He had something of that necessary Ingredient, which God doth so much require, desire, and accept of. and also may cheer up his weighted Spirit somewhat, in confidence that He would be accepted of God in His present Address, sing He had something of that necessary Ingredient, which God does so much require, desire, and accept of. cc av vmb vvi a-acp po31 vvn n1 av, p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn pp-f np1 p-acp po31 j n1, vvg pns31 vhd pi pp-f d j n1, r-crq np1 vdz av av-d vvi, vvb, cc vvi pp-f. (21) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 288
512 The thing it self is expressed by the Word (Truth) Behold thou desirest Truth in the inward parts, &c. Whereby is not meaned Truth in the Judgement, opposed to Error; The thing it self is expressed by the Word (Truth) Behold thou Desirest Truth in the inward parts, etc. Whereby is not meaned Truth in the Judgement, opposed to Error; dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 (n1) vvb pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp dt j n2, av c-crq vbz xx vvd n1 p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 288
513 nor Truth in People's Words, opposed to the Sin of Lying, and speaking Untruth; nor Truth in People's Words, opposed to the since of Lying, and speaking Untruth; ccx n1 p-acp ng1 n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, cc vvg n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 288
514 But it is Truth in the Heart and Affections, called here Truth in the inward parts; But it is Truth in the Heart and Affections, called Here Truth in the inward parts; cc-acp pn31 vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2, vvn av n1 p-acp dt j n2; (21) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 288
515 In a word, it is the Grace of Sincerity and Singleness of Heart; In a word, it is the Grace of Sincerity and Singleness of Heart; p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 288
516 For so is this Grace often expressed in Scripture, Isai. 38. 3. I have walked before thee in Truth, saith Hezekiah) and with a perfect, upright, For so is this Grace often expressed in Scripture, Isaiah 38. 3. I have walked before thee in Truth, Says Hezekiah) and with a perfect, upright, c-acp av vbz d n1 av vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd crd pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp n1, vvz np1) cc p-acp dt j, av-j, (21) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 288
517 or sincere Heart. And Ephes. 6. 14 Having their loins girt about with Truth, &c. That is, with Sincerity and Single-heartedness. or sincere Heart. And Ephesians 6. 14 Having their loins girded about with Truth, etc. That is, with Sincerity and Singleheartedness. cc j n1. cc np1 crd crd np1 po32 n2 vvn a-acp p-acp n1, av cst vbz, p-acp n1 cc n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 288
518 This then is That Truth which God requires as a necessary seasoning Ingredient in all Duties, This then is That Truth which God requires as a necessary seasoning Ingredient in all Duties, np1 av vbz cst n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt j vvg n1 p-acp d n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 289
519 and especially in all Religious Performances; and especially in all Religious Performances; cc av-j p-acp d j n2; (21) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 289
520 And which David here holds out with a Behold, as the thing which above any other thing he had aimed at, And which David Here holds out with a Behold, as the thing which above any other thing he had aimed At, cc r-crq np1 av vvz av p-acp dt vvb, p-acp dt n1 r-crq p-acp d j-jn n1 pns31 vhd vvn p-acp, (21) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 289
521 and yet would aim more at, in his Penitential Address unto God. and yet would aim more At, in his Penitential Address unto God. cc av vmd vvi av-dc p-acp, p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp np1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 289
522 We have then in the Words, 1. A Note of Attention ( Behold ) which David prefixeth to that which he is to say; We have then in the Words, 1. A Note of Attention (Behold) which David prefixeth to that which he is to say; pns12 vhb av p-acp dt n2, crd dt n1 pp-f n1 (vvb) r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d r-crq pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi; (21) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 289
523 I call it a Note of Attention, for that is the use it serveth for in this place, I call it a Note of Attention, for that is the use it serves for in this place, pns11 vvb pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d vbz dt n1 pn31 vvz p-acp p-acp d n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 289
524 as I shall clear afterwards. 2. There is That which he subjoineth to this ( Behold ) The Lords Complacency and Delight in the Grace of Sincerity, as I shall clear afterwards. 2. There is That which he subjoineth to this (Behold) The lords Complacency and Delight in the Grace of Sincerity, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi av. crd pc-acp vbz d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d (vvb) dt n2 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 289
525 and the Exercise of it, as that without which his Present Address could not be savory or acceptable to God: and the Exercise of it, as that without which his Present Address could not be savoury or acceptable to God: cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp cst p-acp r-crq po31 j n1 vmd xx vbi j cc j p-acp np1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 289
526 Thou desirest Truth in the inward parts. Thou Desirest Truth in the inward parts. pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp dt j n2. (21) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 289
527 I shall observe Two things in General before I come to the Particulars of the Text. 1. From this, David holds out the Rule he had walked by and was to walk by for making his Present Address to God, In confessing of Sin, I shall observe Two things in General before I come to the Particulars of the Text. 1. From this, David holds out the Rule he had walked by and was to walk by for making his Present Address to God, In confessing of since, pns11 vmb vvi crd n2 p-acp j c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2-j pp-f dt np1 crd p-acp d, np1 vvz av dt n1 pns31 vhd vvn p-acp cc vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp vvg po31 j n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg pp-f n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 289
528 and pleading hard for Pardon, acceptable. Hence take this Doctrine. and pleading hard for Pardon, acceptable. Hence take this Doctrine. cc vvg av-j p-acp n1, j. av vvb d n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 289
529 That it is not enough that we do somewhat of Commanded Duties, but we must labour to do what we do in some measure acceptably: That it is not enough that we do somewhat of Commanded Duties, but we must labour to do what we do in Some measure acceptably: cst pn31 vbz xx av-d cst pns12 vdb av pp-f j-vvn n2, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vdi r-crq pns12 vdb p-acp d n1 av-j: (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 289
530 David not only confesseth Sin, and pleads for Pardon, but he aims to do it in Truth, that so he may do it Acceptably; David not only Confesses since, and pleads for Pardon, but he aims to do it in Truth, that so he may do it Acceptably; np1 xx av-j vvz n1, cc vvz p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp n1, cst av pns31 vmb vdi pn31 av-j; (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 289
531 For while he saith, God did desire Truth in the inward parts, it is evidently implyed that He aimed to have it: There is reason for this; For while he Says, God did desire Truth in the inward parts, it is evidently employed that He aimed to have it: There is reason for this; c-acp cs pns31 vvz, np1 vdd vvi n1 p-acp dt j n2, pn31 vbz av-j vvn cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi pn31: pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp d; (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 289
532 Because, If the thing we do be not done Acceptably and in the Right Manner, Because, If the thing we do be not done Acceptably and in the Right Manner, c-acp, cs dt n1 pns12 vdb vbb xx vdn av-j cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 289
533 though the thing done be never so good in it self, the doing of it is but lost labour unto us: though the thing done be never so good in it self, the doing of it is but lost labour unto us: cs dt n1 vdn vbi av-x av j p-acp pn31 n1, cs vdg pp-f pn31 vbz p-acp vvn n1 p-acp pno12: (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 290
534 Thus though it was a piece of Commanded Duty under the Old Testament to offer up Sacrifices to God; Thus though it was a piece of Commanded Duty under the Old Testament to offer up Sacrifices to God; av cs pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp n2 p-acp np1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 290
535 yet when People made not Conscience to discharge this Duty in the Right Manner, all they did was to as little purpose, yet when People made not Conscience to discharge this Duty in the Right Manner, all they did was to as little purpose, av c-crq n1 vvd xx n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, d pns32 vdd vbds p-acp c-acp j n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 290
536 as if they had done nothing at all; as if they had done nothing At all; c-acp cs pns32 vhd vdn pix p-acp av-d; (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 290
537 Hence Isai. 1. 11. To what purpose is the multitude of your Sacrifices unto me? saith the Lord: Hence Isaiah 1. 11. To what purpose is the multitude of your Sacrifices unto me? Says the Lord: av np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 p-acp pno11? vvz dt n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 290
538 &c. Yea, the more excellent any Duty is in it self, and the greater good is to be had by going about any Duty in a Right and Acceptable Manner, the greater is the Hurt and Damnage which we incurr by it, etc. Yea, the more excellent any Duty is in it self, and the greater good is to be had by going about any Duty in a Right and Acceptable Manner, the greater is the Hurt and Damage which we incur by it, av uh, dt av-dc j d n1 vbz p-acp pn31 n1, cc dt jc av-j vbz pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n-jn cc j n1, dt jc vbz dt n1 cc vvi r-crq pns12 vvi p-acp pn31, (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 290
539 when we advert not how we do it; when we advert not how we do it; c-crq pns12 vvb xx c-crq pns12 vdb pn31; (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 290
540 And when, without taking heed to our Feet, we rush foreward to it, and carry our selves but carelesly in the mean time that we are imployed about it: And when, without taking heed to our Feet, we rush forward to it, and carry our selves but carelessly in the mean time that we Are employed about it: cc c-crq, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vvb av-j p-acp pn31, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp av-j p-acp dt j n1 cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pn31: (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 290
541 What more excellent, comfortable, and Soul edifying Ordinance is there than this of a Communion, which through God's Mercy ye have yet the liberty of approaching unto? Is it not a Feast of Fat things? of Wine on the Lees well refined, wherein we Feast with Christ and upon Christ, His broken Body is Meat indeed, the most excellent that Heaven or Earth can afford: What more excellent, comfortable, and Soul edifying Ordinance is there than this of a Communion, which through God's Mercy you have yet the liberty of approaching unto? Is it not a Feast of Fat things? of Wine on the Lees well refined, wherein we Feast with christ and upon christ, His broken Body is Meat indeed, the most excellent that Heaven or Earth can afford: q-crq av-dc j, j, cc n1 vvg n1 vbz a-acp av d pp-f dt n1, r-crq p-acp npg1 n1 pn22 vhb av dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp? vbz pn31 xx dt n1 pp-f j n2? pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 av vvn, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1 cc p-acp np1, po31 j-vvn n1 vbz n1 av, dt av-ds j cst n1 cc n1 vmb vvi: (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 290
542 And yet (saith Paul ) If ye come not to this Ordinance in the Right Manner, And yet (Says Paul) If you come not to this Ordinance in the Right Manner, cc av (vvz np1) cs pn22 vvb xx p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 290
543 if ye set not your selves so to go about it as that ye may be accepted in your work, if you Set not your selves so to go about it as that you may be accepted in your work, cs pn22 vvb xx po22 n2 av pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp d pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po22 n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 290
544 if ye eat or drink unworthily without previous Examination of your selves, Ye shall eat and drink Damnation and Judgement to your selves; if you eat or drink unworthily without previous Examination of your selves, You shall eat and drink Damnation and Judgement to your selves; cs pn22 vvb cc vvi av-j p-acp j n1 pp-f po22 n2, pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 n2; (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 290
545 Not only shall your Table prove a snare, but your meat be turned into poyson; Not only shall your Table prove a snare, but your meat be turned into poison; xx av-j vmb po22 n1 vvi dt n1, cc-acp po22 n1 vbi vvn p-acp n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 290
546 And therefore consider this in the entry, and labour to have it imprinted on your Hearts, That it is not enough to come rushing foreward to your Work not considering how ye come; And Therefore Consider this in the entry, and labour to have it imprinted on your Hearts, That it is not enough to come rushing forward to your Work not considering how you come; cc av vvi d p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn p-acp po22 n2, cst pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi vvg av-j p-acp po22 n1 xx vvg c-crq pn22 vvb; (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 291
547 Your coming ought to be according to the Direction given, Eccles. 5. 1. Keep thy foot when thou goest to the House of God, &c. As at all time, Your coming ought to be according to the Direction given, Eccles. 5. 1. Keep thy foot when thou goest to the House of God, etc. As At all time, po22 vvg pi pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp dt n1 vvn, np1 crd crd np1 po21 n1 c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av p-acp p-acp d n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 291
548 so especially when ye approach unto such a dreadful Ordinance a this is, whereof the advantage is so great, so especially when you approach unto such a dreadful Ordinance a this is, whereof the advantage is so great, av av-j c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp d dt j n1 dt d vbz, c-crq dt n1 vbz av j, (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 291
549 if ye come Right, and the hurt and hazard so unspeakably great, if ye come Wrong. if you come Right, and the hurt and hazard so unspeakably great, if you come Wrong. cs pn22 vvb av-jn, cc dt n1 cc vvi av av-j j, cs pn22 vvb j-jn. (21) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 291
550 But Secondly observe yet in General, That in going about Commanded Duties in some measure Acceptably, ye ought now and then to reflect upon the Manner and Way of your discharge of Duty, But Secondly observe yet in General, That in going about Commanded Duties in Some measure Acceptably, you ought now and then to reflect upon the Manner and Way of your discharge of Duty, p-acp ord vvb av p-acp n1, cst p-acp vvg p-acp j-vvn n2 p-acp d n1 av-j, pn22 vmd av cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 n1 pp-f n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 291
551 even in the mean time when ye are about it: even in the mean time when you Are about it: av p-acp dt j n1 c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp pn31: (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 291
552 For so doth David Here, He casts an eye upon the Right Manner how He should have prayed, to wit, In Sincerity and Truth, For so does David Here, He Cast an eye upon the Right Manner how He should have prayed, to wit, In Sincerity and Truth, c-acp av vdz np1 av, pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn, p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 291
553 even in the very midst of his prayer, while he saith unto God, Behold, thou desirest Truth in the inward parts, And thus Christ in Luke 8. 18. saith unto His Disciples, in the very mean time they were Hearing. even in the very midst of his prayer, while he Says unto God, Behold, thou Desirest Truth in the inward parts, And thus christ in Lycia 8. 18. Says unto His Disciples, in the very mean time they were Hearing. av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cs pns31 vvz p-acp np1, vvb, pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp dt j n2, cc av np1 p-acp av crd crd vvz p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt j j n1 pns32 vbdr vvg. (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 291
554 Take heed therefore how ye hear: Take heed Therefore how you hear: vvb n1 av c-crq pn22 vvb: (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 291
555 And surely our Hearts do oft turn formal, vain, wandering and lumpish, or heavy, in the Service of God, And surely our Hearts do oft turn formal, vain, wandering and lumpish, or heavy, in the Service of God, cc av-j po12 n2 vdb av vvi j, j, j-vvg cc j, cc j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 291
556 because we do not seriously mind how sinful, shameful, and unseemly it is that it should be so: Because we do not seriously mind how sinful, shameful, and unseemly it is that it should be so: c-acp pns12 vdb xx av-j n1 c-crq j, j, cc av-j pn31 vbz d pn31 vmd vbi av: (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 291
557 A check of this kind in time, and seasonably, to a vain, straying and wandering Heart, would do much through God's Blessing to make it halt: A check of this kind in time, and seasonably, to a vain, straying and wandering Heart, would do much through God's Blessing to make it halt: dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1, cc av-j, p-acp dt j, vvg cc j-vvg n1, vmd vdi av-d p-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi: (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 291
558 David doth this oft, especially Psal. 43. 5. where he turns his speech from God, David does this oft, especially Psalm 43. 5. where he turns his speech from God, np1 vdz d av, av-j np1 crd crd n1 pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp np1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 291
559 and gives himself a rebuke and check for the present unsuitable frame of Heart wherein he then was, Why art thoucast down, O my Soul? (saith he) And why art thou disquieted in me? hope thou in God, &c. So that this reflecting upon the Manner and Way how ye discharge Duty, and gives himself a rebuke and check for the present unsuitable frame of Heart wherein he then was, Why art thoucast down, Oh my Soul? (Says he) And why art thou disquieted in me? hope thou in God, etc. So that this reflecting upon the Manner and Way how you discharge Duty, cc vvz px31 dt n1 cc vvi p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pns31 av vbds, q-crq vb2r vvn a-acp, uh po11 n1? (vvz pns31) cc q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn p-acp pno11? vvb pns21 p-acp np1, av av cst d vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 c-crq pn22 vvb n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 292
560 even in the mean time when ye are about it, is useful: even in the mean time when you Are about it, is useful: av p-acp dt j n1 c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp pn31, vbz j: (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 292
561 When ye find your Heart out of frame, a serious timous check given unto it, will prove an effectual mean to reclaim it: When you find your Heart out of frame, a serious timous check given unto it, will prove an effectual mean to reclaim it: c-crq pn22 vvb po22 n1 av pp-f n1, dt j j n1 vvn p-acp pn31, vmb vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31: (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 292
562 Besides, if upon your reflecting thus, ye find matters tollerably Right, and your Heart in such a frame for the Main, Beside, if upon your reflecting thus, you find matters tolerably Right, and your Heart in such a frame for the Main, a-acp, cs p-acp po22 vvg av, pn22 vvb n2 av-j j-jn, cc po22 n1 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt j, (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 292
563 as the Lord requireth, it will furnish you with matter of boldness, courage, and confidence: as the Lord requires, it will furnish you with matter of boldness, courage, and confidence: c-acp dt n1 vvz, pn31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 292
564 as here it doth David, who having found somewhat of this Truth and this upright and sincere frame of Heart, in his own Inward parts, He takes ground of Confidence from That, to expect that God who had given him This, could also give him more, In the hidden part (saith he) thou shalt make me to know Wisdom. as Here it does David, who having found somewhat of this Truth and this upright and sincere frame of Heart, in his own Inward parts, He Takes ground of Confidence from That, to expect that God who had given him This, could also give him more, In the hidden part (Says he) thou shalt make me to know Wisdom. c-acp av pn31 vdz np1, r-crq vhg vvn av pp-f d n1 cc d j cc j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp po31 d j n2, pns31 vvz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, pc-acp vvi cst np1 r-crq vhd vvn pno31 d, vmd av vvi pno31 av-dc, p-acp dt j-vvn n1 (vvz pns31) pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 292
565 For Vse, This doth shortly speak two things. 1. The Service of God is a Work not of the Outward Man only, For Use, This does shortly speak two things. 1. The Service of God is a Work not of the Outward Man only, p-acp vvb, d vdz av-j vvi crd n2. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 xx pp-f dt j n1 av-j, (21) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 292
566 but also and mainly, of the Inward Man: but also and mainly, of the Inward Man: cc-acp av cc av-j, pp-f dt j n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 292
567 The Heart and Mind of a Man must be exercised in it, if so be go rightly about it; And that many wayes: The Heart and Mind of a Man must be exercised in it, if so be go rightly about it; And that many ways: dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cs av vbb vvi av-jn p-acp pn31; cc cst d n2: (21) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 292
568 And this is One way, The Heart must be exercised by reflecting now and then upon it self, And this is One Way, The Heart must be exercised by reflecting now and then upon it self, cc d vbz crd n1, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg av cc av p-acp pn31 n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 292
569 and observing its own present frame and disposition, how it comes up to the Rule prescrived by God, and observing its own present frame and disposition, how it comes up to the Rule prescribed by God, cc vvg po31 d j n1 cc n1, c-crq pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 292
570 for making what we do in the Service of God Acceptable. for making what we do in the Service of God Acceptable. p-acp vvg r-crq pns12 vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 j. (21) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 292
571 And next it speaks the great guilt of many in God's Service, A piece of the Iniquity of our Holy Things, And next it speaks the great guilt of many in God's Service, A piece of the Iniquity of our Holy Things, cc ord pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f d p-acp npg1 n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 j n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 292
572 for which we ought to be humbled; for which we ought to be humbled; p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn; (21) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 293
573 That many times whe• our Tongue is busie our Heart is idle, when our Outward Man is present, the Inward Man is away, That many times whe• our Tongue is busy our Heart is idle, when our Outward Man is present, the Inward Man is away, cst d n2 n1 po12 n1 vbz j po12 n1 vbz j, c-crq po12 j n1 vbz j, dt j n1 vbz av, (21) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 293
574 and gets liberty to depart from God without check or challenge. and gets liberty to depart from God without check or challenge. cc vvz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc vvi. (21) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 293
575 This is it that God complains of, Isai. 29. 13. — This People draw near me with their mouth, This is it that God complains of, Isaiah 29. 13. — This People draw near me with their Mouth, d vbz pn31 cst np1 vvz pp-f, np1 crd crd — d n1 vvi av-j pno11 p-acp po32 n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 293
576 and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me. and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart Far from me. cc p-acp po32 n2 vdb vvi pno11, cc-acp vhb vvn po32 n1 av-j p-acp pno11. (21) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 293
577 But now I come to the words in particular 1. David prefixeth a (Behold) while he is to speak to that which was necessarly required for making his Adress acceptable to God: But now I come to the words in particular 1. David prefixeth a (Behold) while he is to speak to that which was necessarily required for making his Address acceptable to God: cc-acp av pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2 p-acp j crd np1 vvz av (vvb) cs pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vbds av-j vvn p-acp vvg po31 n1 j p-acp np1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 293
578 Behold is somtimes a note of Admiration prefixed to such things as are wonderful, as Isai. 7, 14. Behold a virgin shall conceive• and bear a Son &c. And so it may be taken here, it is indeed a thing wonderful that God should desire or delight in Truth in the inward parts, or that any thing which is in us, Behold is sometimes a note of Admiration prefixed to such things as Are wondered, as Isaiah 7, 14. Behold a Virgae shall conceive• and bear a Son etc. And so it may be taken Here, it is indeed a thing wondered that God should desire or delight in Truth in the inward parts, or that any thing which is in us, vvb vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr j, c-acp np1 crd, crd vvb dt n1 vmb n1 cc vvi dt n1 av cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn av, pn31 vbz av dt n1 j cst np1 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2, cc cst d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno12, (21) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 293
579 or proceeding from us should be lovely to him; There is such a mixture of unlovely sinful dross in every thing of that sort. or proceeding from us should be lovely to him; There is such a mixture of unlovely sinful dross in every thing of that sort. cc vvg p-acp pno12 vmd vbi j p-acp pno31; pc-acp vbz d dt n1 pp-f j j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f d n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 293
580 But we think it doth rather serve here (as often elswhere) For a note of Attention; But we think it does rather serve Here (as often elsewhere) For a note of Attention; cc-acp pns12 vvb pn31 vdz av vvi av (c-acp av av) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 293
581 Only taking it so, ye must consider that David 's design and aim hereby is not so much to stirr up God as his own Heart, Only taking it so, you must Consider that David is Design and aim hereby is not so much to stir up God as his own Heart, av-j vvg pn31 av, pn22 vmb vvi d np1 vbz n1 cc vvb av vbz xx av av-d pc-acp vvi a-acp np1 p-acp po31 d n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 293
582 and the Hearts of others in whose hands this Piece of Scripture should come, to take heed to the following Purposes. and the Hearts of Others in whose hands this Piece of Scripture should come, to take heed to the following Purposes. cc dt n2 pp-f n2-jn p-acp r-crq n2 d n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n2. (21) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 293
583 We shall from this shortly mark Two things 1. The Hearts even of the best have need of being stirred up to take heed unto what is the Lords mind concerning the Right and Acceptable Manner in going about comman•ed Duty; We shall from this shortly mark Two things 1. The Hearts even of the best have need of being stirred up to take heed unto what is the lords mind Concerning the Right and Acceptable Manner in going about comman•ed Duty; pns12 vmb p-acp d av-j vvb crd n2 crd dt n2 av pp-f dt js vhb n1 pp-f vbg vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp r-crq vbz dt ng1 n1 vvg dt j-jn cc j n1 p-acp vvg p-acp j-vvn n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 294
584 For therefore doth David see it needful to pluck his own ear (as it were) for making himself more attentive to this Subject, by prefixing a Behold a note of Attention unto it, Behold thou desirest Truth in the inward Parts. For Therefore does David see it needful to pluck his own ear (as it were) for making himself more attentive to this Subject, by prefixing a Behold a note of Attention unto it, Behold thou Desirest Truth in the inward Parts. c-acp av vdz np1 vvb pn31 j pc-acp vvi po31 d n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp vvg px31 av-dc j p-acp d j-jn, p-acp vvg dt vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, vvb pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp dt j n2. (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 294
585 The Truth is, if we get the substance of Duties gone about, we are ordinarly too apt to think that it is but needless scrupulosity, to be anxious about the manner how to do it; The Truth is, if we get the substance of Duties gone about, we Are ordinarily too apt to think that it is but needless scrupulosity, to be anxious about the manner how to do it; dt n1 vbz, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn a-acp, pns12 vbr av-j av j pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbz p-acp j n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vdi pn31; (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 294
586 So are we in Prayer, So are we in Hearing, and so are we also in coming to Communions; So Are we in Prayer, So Are we in Hearing, and so Are we also in coming to Communions; av vbr pns12 p-acp n1, av vbr pns12 p-acp vvg, cc av vbr pns12 av p-acp vvg p-acp n2; (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 294
587 when ever occasion is offered, and an outward Call or invitation given us to come, there is none almost but his Conscience will challenge him if he stay aback; when ever occasion is offered, and an outward Call or invitation given us to come, there is none almost but his Conscience will challenge him if he stay aback; c-crq av n1 vbz vvn, cc dt j n1 cc n1 vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vbz pix av cc-acp po31 n1 vmb vvi pno31 cs pns31 vvb av; (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 294
588 But as to the qualifications of the Call, and what is required of you for coming Acceptably, It is a wonder to see with what a careless ear the most part do hear any thing of that sort; But as to the qualifications of the Call, and what is required of you for coming Acceptably, It is a wonder to see with what a careless ear the most part do hear any thing of that sort; cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc r-crq vbz vvn pp-f pn22 p-acp vvg av-j, pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq dt j n1 dt av-ds n1 vdb vvi d n1 pp-f d n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 294
589 as if the Communion were a Charm to work upon People whether they be fitted to Receive it or not; as if the Communion were a Charm to work upon People whither they be fitted to Receive it or not; c-acp cs dt n1 vbdr dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cs pns32 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 cc xx; (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 294
590 So that Sermons for Preparation do serve (as to many) for no other use, So that Sermons for Preparation do serve (as to many) for no other use, av d n2 p-acp n1 vdb vvi (c-acp p-acp d) p-acp dx j-jn n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 294
591 but for a Customary Ceremony, and to fill up so much time. but for a Customary Ceremony, and to fill up so much time. cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp av d n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 294
592 These necessary Directions which are given you to come in the right manner and the warnings you get, telling you how dreadful a thing it is to come Wrong, are minded no longer by the most part, These necessary Directions which Are given you to come in the right manner and the Warnings you get, telling you how dreadful a thing it is to come Wrong, Are minded no longer by the most part, np1 j n2 r-crq vbr vvn pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc dt n2 pn22 vvb, vvg pn22 c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi n-jn, vbr vvn av-dx av-jc p-acp dt av-ds n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 294
593 than the mean time they hear them, and by some scarcely so long: than the mean time they hear them, and by Some scarcely so long: cs dt j n1 pns32 vvb pno32, cc p-acp d av-j av av-j: (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 294
594 Hence certainly it is that the Lord is not so Familiar with the Hearts of People at his Own Feast as sometimes he hath been; Hence Certainly it is that the Lord is not so Familiar with the Hearts of People At his Own Feast as sometime he hath been; av av-j pn31 vbz d dt n1 vbz xx av j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 d n1 c-acp av pns31 vhz vbn; (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 294
595 It is no wonder, Because we come not as Prepared Guests with a Wedding Garment to meet with him; It is no wonder, Because we come not as Prepared Guests with a Wedding Garment to meet with him; pn31 vbz dx n1, c-acp pns12 vvb xx c-acp vvn n2 p-acp dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 295
596 Yea doubtless hence it is that the Lord doth threaten so hard to draw his Table, Yea doubtless hence it is that the Lord does threaten so hard to draw his Table, uh av-j av pn31 vbz d dt n1 vdz vvi av av-j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 295
597 and to suffer men to impose upon us a Dead lifeless formal way of Worship, that therein we may see the Copy of our own Hearts, who if they get the outward form gone about, they care little for the inward Life, Power, and Substance; and to suffer men to impose upon us a Dead Lifeless formal Way of Worship, that therein we may see the Copy of our own Hearts, who if they get the outward from gone about, they care little for the inward Life, Power, and Substance; cc pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt j j j n1 pp-f n1, cst av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2, r-crq cs pns32 vvb dt j n1 vvn a-acp, pns32 vvb av-j p-acp dt j n1, n1, cc n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 295
598 and surely if ever it come to this, (as God knows how soon it may) that all our Religion shall consist in threed-bare Imposed Forms, and surely if ever it come to this, (as God knows how soon it may) that all our Religion shall consist in threadbare Imposed Forms, cc av-j cs av pn31 vvb p-acp d, (c-acp np1 vvz c-crq av pn31 vmb) cst d po12 n1 vmb vvi p-acp j vvn n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 295
599 and that more pains be taken by Ministers to press upon People the observance of these Forms, and that more pains be taken by Ministers to press upon People the observance of these Forms, cc d dc n2 vbb vvn p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f d n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 295
600 than the very Life and substance of Religious Performances, we must justifie the Lord in it, than the very Life and substance of Religious Performances, we must justify the Lord in it, cs dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31, (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 295
601 for that is the very Copy of our formal Hearts. for that is the very Copy of our formal Hearts. c-acp d vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 j n2. (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 295
602 Our Love to and resting on Formality may provoke the Lord to wreath the yoke of a Dead, Lifeless and Formal Service on our necks, that we shall not be able to shake it off, though we would. Our Love to and resting on Formality may provoke the Lord to wreathe the yoke of a Dead, Lifeless and Formal Service on our necks, that we shall not be able to shake it off, though we would. po12 n1 p-acp cc vvg p-acp n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j, j cc j n1 p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp, cs pns12 vmd. (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 295
603 The Lord oftimes shapes out Cross Dispensations in the publick, according to these sinful Distempers which are common and prevalent in the Hearts of People, that therein they may see the unlovely Representation and Idea of their Own Heart Jer: 5. 31. He'l suffer even The Prophets to Prophesy falsly, The Lord Oftimes shapes out Cross Dispensations in the public, according to these sinful Distempers which Are Common and prevalent in the Hearts of People, that therein they may see the unlovely Representation and Idea of their Own Heart Jer: 5. 31. He'll suffer even The prophets to Prophesy falsely, dt n1 av vvz av j n2 p-acp dt j, vvg p-acp d j n2 r-crq vbr j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cst av pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 d n1 np1: crd crd pns31|vmb vvi av dt n2 p-acp vvb av-j, (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 295
604 and the Priests to bear Rule by Their means, If his People love to have it so. and the Priests to bear Rule by Their means, If his People love to have it so. cc dt n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2, cs po31 n1 n1 pc-acp vhi pn31 av. (21) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 295
605 But Secondly, The consideration of this your Dulness and Aversness to hear what is the Lords mind, concerning the Right and Acceptable Manner of going about Commanded Duties, should make you so much the more to stir up your selves, to give diligent heed unto any thing that is spoken to that purpose; But Secondly, The consideration of this your Dullness and Averseness to hear what is the lords mind, Concerning the Right and Acceptable Manner of going about Commanded Duties, should make you so much the more to stir up your selves, to give diligent heed unto any thing that is spoken to that purpose; p-acp ord, dt n1 pp-f d po22 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz dt ng1 n1, vvg dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp j-vvn n2, vmd vvi pn22 av av-d dt dc pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2, pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp d n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 295
606 For therefore in order to his own upstirring doth David prefix a Note of Attention ( Behold ) to the purpose in hand. 1. Directions of that kind are needful to be given; For Therefore in order to his own upstirring does David prefix a Note of Attention (Behold) to the purpose in hand. 1. Directions of that kind Are needful to be given; c-acp av p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d j vdz np1 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 (vvb) p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. crd n2 pp-f d n1 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn; (21) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 296
607 For (as ye heard) though ye do all that is Commanded, as to the Substance and Matter, For (as you herd) though you do all that is Commanded, as to the Substance and Matter, c-acp (c-acp pn22 vvd) cs pn22 vdb d cst vbz vvn, c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 296
608 yet if ye do it not in the Right Manner, all ye do is to no purpose, yet if you do it not in the Right Manner, all you do is to no purpose, av cs pn22 vdb pn31 xx p-acp dt j-jn n1, d pn22 vdb vbz pc-acp dx n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 296
609 as I cleared from Isaiah 1. 11. 2 If it be needful that such Directions be given, as I cleared from Isaiah 1. 11. 2 If it be needful that such Directions be given, c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp np1 crd crd crd cs pn31 vbb j cst d n2 vbb vvn, (21) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 296
610 then it is needful that ye diligently hear them, else ye cannot obey them, ye'l but leave them where ye find them, as oft-times ye do; then it is needful that you diligently hear them, Else you cannot obey them, Yell but leave them where you find them, as ofttimes you do; cs pn31 vbz j cst pn22 av-j vvb pno32, av pn22 vmbx vvi pno32, vvi p-acp n1 pno32 c-crq pn22 vvb pno32, c-acp av pn22 vdb; (21) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 296
611 In which case your Hearing them doth but aggravate your guilt in the neglect of them. 3. Our backwardness and aversness to hear and lay to Heart what is spoken to that purpose; In which case your Hearing them does but aggravate your guilt in the neglect of them. 3. Our backwardness and averseness to hear and lay to Heart what is spoken to that purpose; p-acp r-crq n1 po22 n-vvg pno32 vdz p-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. crd po12 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 296
612 though it be great, yet is not such, but if it be wrestled against and manfully opposed it may be overcome; though it be great, yet is not such, but if it be wrestled against and manfully opposed it may be overcome; cs pn31 vbb j, av vbz xx d, cc-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp cc av-j vvd pn31 vmb vbi vvn; (21) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 296
613 It is only Our giving way to it without resistance, which makes it strong, importunate and shameless, It is only Our giving Way to it without resistance, which makes it strong, importunate and shameless, pn31 vbz av-j np1 vvg n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp n1, r-crq vvz pn31 j, j cc j, (21) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 296
614 when our setting our selves seriously and in earnest to wrestle against it, would make it to cede, according to that word, Jam. 4. 7. Resist the Devil, when our setting our selves seriously and in earnest to wrestle against it, would make it to cede, according to that word, Jam. 4. 7. Resist the devil, c-crq po12 n-vvg po12 n2 av-j cc p-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vmd vvi pn31 p-acp fw-la, vvg p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd vvb dt n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 296
615 and he will flee from you. and he will flee from you. cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22. (21) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 296
616 I shall not insist on this, only This serves in place of a Preface for stiring you up to hear and lay to Heart what I am to say on the rest of the Text, which holds out the Lords mind (as to one thing at least) concerning the Right and Acceptable Manner of going about Commanded Duties, I shall not insist on this, only This serves in place of a Preface for stirring you up to hear and lay to Heart what I am to say on the rest of the Text, which holds out the lords mind (as to one thing At least) Concerning the Right and Acceptable Manner of going about Commanded Duties, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d, av-j d vvz p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvg pn22 a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 r-crq pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz av dt n2 n1 (c-acp p-acp crd n1 p-acp ds) vvg dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp j-vvn n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 296
617 and especially This Duty which now ye are called to, of approaching to the Lords Table: and especially This Duty which now you Are called to, of approaching to the lords Table: cc av-j d n1 r-crq av pn22 vbr vvn p-acp, pp-f vvg p-acp dt n2 n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 296
618 The Lord desireth Truth in the Inward Parts. The Lord Desires Truth in the Inward Parts. dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt j n2. (21) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 296
619 It's true, not only what ye heard from the former Note, but your own experience at such times doth shew your Hearts are woefully backward to Hear and lay to Heart any thing that is spoken to this purpose; It's true, not only what you herd from the former Note, but your own experience At such times does show your Hearts Are woefully backward to Hear and lay to Heart any thing that is spoken to this purpose; pn31|vbz j, xx av-j r-crq pn22 vvd p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp po22 d n1 p-acp d n2 vdz vvi po22 n2 vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp d n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 297
620 But seeing the thing is needful, and so needful as that all your other pains, without coming up to what ye hear to this purpose, will be to no good purpose: But seeing the thing is needful, and so needful as that all your other pains, without coming up to what you hear to this purpose, will be to no good purpose: cc-acp vvg dt n1 vbz j, cc av j c-acp d d po22 j-jn n2, p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp d n1, vmb vbi pc-acp dx j n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 297
621 Therefore ye ought to bestir your selves, striving in earnest against your own Backwardness: Therefore you ought to Bestir your selves, striving in earnest against your own Backwardness: av pn22 vmd pc-acp vvi po22 n2, vvg p-acp n1 p-acp po22 d n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 297
622 And if ye seriously set your selves to strive against it, I doubt not but ye will get it overcome, at least in part. And if you seriously Set your selves to strive against it, I doubt not but you will get it overcome, At least in part. cc cs pn22 av-j vvb po22 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pns11 vvb xx p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vvn, p-acp ds p-acp n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 297
623 This much for the Note of Attention ( Behold ) I come next to that which is subjoined, to. This much for the Note of Attention (Behold) I come next to that which is subjoined, to. d d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (vvb) pns11 vvb ord p-acp d r-crq vbz vvn, p-acp. (21) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 297
624 This (Behold) viz. The Lords complacency and delight in the Grace of Sincerity, This (Behold) viz. The lords complacency and delight in the Grace of Sincerity, d (vvb) n1 dt n2 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 297
625 and the exercise of it, As that without which David 's present Address could not be Savory or Acceptable to God: and the exercise of it, As that without which David is present Address could not be Savoury or Acceptable to God: cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp cst p-acp r-crq np1 vbz j n1 vmd xx vbi j cc j p-acp np1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 297
626 Thou desirest Truth in the inward Parts. Thou Desirest Truth in the inward Parts. pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp dt j n2. (21) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 297
627 We'l find Three things in the Words, For clearing what it is which makes our Performances accepted of God. 1. In general, It is somewhat which God desires, approves, We'll find Three things in the Words, For clearing what it is which makes our Performances accepted of God. 1. In general, It is somewhat which God Desires, approves, pns12|vmb vvi crd n2 p-acp dt n2, c-acp vvg r-crq pn31 vbz r-crq vvz po12 n2 vvn pp-f np1. crd p-acp n1, pn31 vbz av r-crq np1 vvz, vvz, (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 297
628 or loves, Thou desirest, &c. 2. It is somewhat in the Inward Parts, not so much That which is External, or loves, Thou Desirest, etc. 2. It is somewhat in the Inward Parts, not so much That which is External, cc n2, pns21 vv2, av crd pn31 vbz av p-acp dt j n2, xx av av-d cst r-crq vbz j, (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 297
629 and seen by Men, as what is Internal, and known only to God, and the Man's own self. 3. One main particular hereof is condescended on, to wit, Truth, the Grace of Sincerity and the Exercise of that Grace, Thou de•irest Truth in the Inward Parts, Of all which I shall endeavour so to speak, and seen by Men, as what is Internal, and known only to God, and the Man's own self. 3. One main particular hereof is condescended on, to wit, Truth, the Grace of Sincerity and the Exercise of that Grace, Thou de•irest Truth in the Inward Parts, Of all which I shall endeavour so to speak, cc vvn p-acp n2, c-acp q-crq vbz j, cc vvn av-j p-acp np1, cc dt n1|vbz d n1. crd crd j j av vbz vvd a-acp, p-acp n1, n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp dt j n2, pp-f d r-crq pns11 vmb vvi av pc-acp vvi, (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 297
630 as that therein ye may see both your bypast failings for your Humiliation, and also may see a Rule to which ye ought to Conform your selves for time to come; as that therein you may see both your bypast failings for your Humiliation, and also may see a Rule to which you ought to Conform your selves for time to come; c-acp cst av pn22 vmb vvi d po22 j n2-vvg p-acp po22 n1, cc av vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vmd pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi; (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 298
631 As in the practise of all Duties, so especially in your Address to God at this time. As in the practice of all Duties, so especially in your Address to God At this time. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, av av-j p-acp po22 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 298
632 First then observe, The Rule of going about Commanded Duties Acceptably and in the Right manner is God's approbation: First then observe, The Rule of going about Commanded Duties Acceptably and in the Right manner is God's approbation: np1 av vvi, dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp j-vvn n2 av-j cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz npg1 n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 298
633 For David doth not propose unto himself to follow That which would please his Own Humour, For David does not propose unto himself to follow That which would please his Own Humour, c-acp np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vmd vvi po31 d n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 298
634 or the Humour of others, but that which God Desires, Loves and Approves of; or the Humour of Others, but that which God Desires, Loves and Approves of; cc dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, cc-acp cst r-crq np1 vvz, vvz cc vvz pp-f; (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 298
635 Behold (saith he) thou desirest Truth, &c. As if he had said, The t•ing O Lord which I aim at, is, That which thou Desires and Approves: Behold (Says he) thou Desirest Truth, etc. As if he had said, The t•ing Oh Lord which I aim At, is, That which thou Desires and Approves: vvb (vvz pns31) pns21 vv2 n1, av p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, dt n1 uh n1 r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp, vbz, cst r-crq pns21 vvz cc vvz: (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 298
636 Thus the Lord saith to Abraham Gen. 17. 1. Walk before me, and be thou perfect, He • have His Approbation (hinted at in the words Before me ) the Rule of his walking acceptably: Thus the Lord Says to Abraham Gen. 17. 1. Walk before me, and be thou perfect, He • have His Approbation (hinted At in the words Before me) the Rule of his walking acceptably: av dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1 crd crd n1 p-acp pno11, cc vbb pns21 j, pns31 • vhb po31 n1 (vvn p-acp p-acp dt n2 p-acp pno11) dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg av-j: (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 298
637 This was the Rule which Christ himself when he came unto the World did walk by, Psal. 40. 6, 7, 8, Sacrifice and Offering thou didst not desire — Then said l: Lo, I come —. This was the Rule which christ himself when he Come unto the World did walk by, Psalm 40. 6, 7, 8, Sacrifice and Offering thou didst not desire — Then said l: Lo, I come —. d vbds dt n1 r-crq np1 px31 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 vdd vvi p-acp, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, n1 cc vvg pns21 vdd2 xx vvi — av vvn sy: uh, pns11 vvb —. (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 298
638 I delight to do thy will, O my God: I delight to do thy will, Oh my God: pns11 vvb pc-acp vdi po21 n1, uh po11 np1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 298
639 And there is reason for it, If we consider 1. That God is our main Party to whom we must give an account for all we do; And there is reason for it, If we Consider 1. That God is our main Party to whom we must give an account for all we do; cc pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pn31, cs pns12 vvb crd cst np1 vbz po12 j n1 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d pns12 vdb; (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 298
640 We must give an Account to others also, but he'l reckon with us when all others have done with us. 2. He hath tyed us to this Rule and will reckon with us according to it, Deut. 5. 32. Ye shall observe to do therefore as the Lord your God hath commanded you: We must give an Account to Others also, but He'll reckon with us when all Others have done with us. 2. He hath tied us to this Rule and will reckon with us according to it, Deuteronomy 5. 32. You shall observe to do Therefore as the Lord your God hath commanded you: pns12 vmb vvi dt vvb p-acp n2-jn av, cc-acp pns31|vmb vvi p-acp pno12 c-crq d n2-jn vhb vdn p-acp pno12. crd pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d n1 cc vmb vvi p-acp pno12 vvg p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vdi av p-acp dt n1 po22 n1 vhz vvn pn22: (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 298
641 You shall not turn aside to the Right hand, or to the Left. You shall not turn aside to the Right hand, or to the Left. pn22 vmb xx vvi av p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp dt j. (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 298
642 And therefore 3. Ye must look mainly to what He approves or disapproves, else all ye do will be to no good purpose, Matth. 6. 2. They do their Alms, that they may have Glory of Men, verily I say unto you, they have their reward. And Therefore 3. You must look mainly to what He approves or disapproves, Else all you do will be to no good purpose, Matthew 6. 2. They do their Alms, that they may have Glory of Men, verily I say unto you, they have their reward. cc av crd pn22 vmb vvi av-j p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz, av d pn22 vdb vmb vbi pc-acp dx j n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vdb po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vhi n1 pp-f n2, av-j pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns32 vhb po32 n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 299
643 This ought to make you search what is the Rule ye walk by, and to which ye labour to conform your selves most, in your walk: This ought to make you search what is the Rule you walk by, and to which you labour to conform your selves most, in your walk: d pi pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb r-crq vbz dt n1 pn22 vvb p-acp, cc p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi po22 n2 av-ds, p-acp po22 n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 299
644 And for your more easie search, I shall point at some who walk not by this Rule. And for your more easy search, I shall point At Some who walk not by this Rule. cc p-acp po22 av-dc j n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d r-crq vvb xx p-acp d n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 299
645 1. Those walk not by this Rule, who set themselves to come up in their way not to what God desires, 1. Those walk not by this Rule, who Set themselves to come up in their Way not to what God Desires, crd d vvb xx p-acp d n1, r-crq vvb px32 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n1 xx p-acp r-crq np1 vvz, (21) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 299
646 but to what the time, and any Party who bears •way in the time, desire: but to what the time, and any Party who bears •way in the time, desire: cc-acp p-acp q-crq dt n1, cc d n1 r-crq vvz av p-acp dt n1, n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 299
647 This is the Rule which the Pharisees would have had all in their time to walk by John. 7. 48. Have any of the Rulers (say they) or of the Pharisees believed on him? And it is the Rule that many walk by in all times; This is the Rule which the Pharisees would have had all in their time to walk by John. 7. 48. Have any of the Rulers (say they) or of the Pharisees believed on him? And it is the Rule that many walk by in all times; d vbz dt n1 r-crq dt np2 vmd vhi vhn d p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 crd crd vhb d pp-f dt n2 (vvb pns32) cc pp-f dt np2 vvd p-acp pno31? cc pn31 vbz dt n1 cst d n1 p-acp p-acp d n2; (21) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 299
648 they know no other Religion than That of the Times, and which pleaseth Them best who bear the greatest sway; they know no other Religion than That of the Times, and which Pleases Them best who bear the greatest sway; pns32 vvb dx j-jn n1 cs d pp-f dt n2, cc r-crq vvz pno32 av-js q-crq vvb dt js n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 299
649 So that if Such should change their way every year once, They will not scruple much to change it as oft. So that if Such should change their Way every year once, They will not scruple much to change it as oft. av cst cs d vmd vvi po32 n1 d n1 a-acp, pns32 vmb xx n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp av. (21) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 299
650 This is the Rule which these did follow whom God doth threaten, Hos. 7. 3. They make the King glad with their wickedness, This is the Rule which these did follow whom God does threaten, Hos. 7. 3. They make the King glad with their wickedness, d vbz dt n1 r-crq d vdd vvi r-crq np1 vdz vvi, np1 crd crd pns32 vvb dt n1 j p-acp po32 n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 299
651 and the Princes with their Lies. and the Princes with their Lies. cc dt n2 p-acp po32 vvz. (21) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 299
652 They cared not what they did if so they might please their King and Rulers by it: They cared not what they did if so they might please their King and Rulers by it: pns32 vvd xx r-crq pns32 vdd cs av pns32 vmd vvi po32 n1 cc n2 p-acp pn31: (21) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 299
653 Such are Time-servers, Men-pleasers, and so cannot be God-pleasers; Such Are Time-servers, Men-pleasers, and so cannot be God-pleasers; d vbr j, n2, cc av vmbx vbi n2; (21) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 299
654 For (saith Paul) If I yet pleased men, I should not be the Servant of Christ. For (Says Paul) If I yet pleased men, I should not be the Servant of christ. c-acp (vvz np1) cs pns11 av vvd n2, pns11 vmd xx vbi dt n1 pp-f np1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 299
655 2. Those walk not by this Rule of God's Approbation and Desire, whose highest design in the point of Duty is, To follow the Example of others; 2. Those walk not by this Rule of God's Approbation and Desire, whose highest Design in the point of Duty is, To follow the Exampl of Others; crd d vvb xx p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1, rg-crq js n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2-jn; (21) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 299
656 And whose great enquiry is, not so much to know what God Desires, as what others do; And whose great enquiry is, not so much to know what God Desires, as what Others do; cc rg-crq j n1 vbz, xx av av-d pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vvz, c-acp q-crq n2-jn vdb; (21) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 299
657 and rest upon that as sufficient that they may do the like: and rest upon that as sufficient that they may do the like: cc n1 p-acp d c-acp j cst pns32 vmb vdi dt av-j: (21) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 300
658 This is the Rule which God forbids to follow, Exod. 23. 2. Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil, &c. And Broad is the way which leadeth to destruction, This is the Rule which God forbids to follow, Exod 23. 2. Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil, etc. And Broad is the Way which leads to destruction, d vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn, av cc j vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 300
659 and many there be that go therein: and many there be that go therein: cc d pc-acp vbi cst vvb av: (21) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 300
660 And yet it is a Rule which many follow, both as the matter what, and the manner how they do it: And yet it is a Rule which many follow, both as the matter what, and the manner how they do it: cc av pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq d vvb, d c-acp dt n1 r-crq, cc dt n1 c-crq pns32 vdb pn31: (21) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 300
661 How many are there, that though they want not their own Convictions and Challenges for several things they themselves are conscious of, How many Are there, that though they want not their own Convictions and Challenges for several things they themselves Are conscious of, c-crq d vbr a-acp, cst cs pns32 vvb xx po32 d n2 cc n2 p-acp j n2 pns32 px32 vbr j pp-f, (21) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 300
662 yet if there be many who are under the Power of the same Evils with themselves, they force themselves to take Peace and hold on, yet if there be many who Are under the Power of the same Evils with themselves, they force themselves to take Peace and hold on, av cs pc-acp vbb d r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n2-jn p-acp px32, pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvb a-acp, (21) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 300
663 because there are many guilty of the same fault: Because there Are many guilty of the same fault: c-acp pc-acp vbr d j pp-f dt d n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 300
664 Alas, That is but a very poor ground of Comfort, To go to Hell with Company, Alas, That is but a very poor ground of Comfort, To go to Hell with Company, uh, cst vbz p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 300
665 and speaks but very little zeal for God's Honour, else the more thou seest it trampled on by others, thou would be the more tender of it; and speaks but very little zeal for God's Honour, Else the more thou See it trampled on by Others, thou would be the more tender of it; cc vvz p-acp av j n1 p-acp npg1 n1, av dt av-dc pns21 vv2 pn31 vvd a-acp p-acp n2-jn, pns21 vmd vbi dt av-dc j pp-f pn31; (21) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 300
666 and consequently the more Common any sin is, thou should hate it the more, because God gets the more Dishonour by it: and consequently the more Common any since is, thou should hate it the more, Because God gets the more Dishonour by it: cc av-j dt av-dc j d n1 vbz, pns21 vmd vvi pn31 dt av-dc, c-acp np1 vvz dt av-dc vvb p-acp pn31: (21) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 300
667 This was David 's way, Rivers of Tears (saith he) run down mine Eyes because of the wicked who transgress thy Law. This was David is Way, rivers of Tears (Says he) run down mine Eyes Because of the wicked who transgress thy Law. d vbds np1 vbz n1, n2 pp-f n2 (vvz pns31) vvb a-acp po11 n2 c-acp pp-f dt j q-crq vvi po21 n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 300
668 3. Those walk not by this Rule, who walk only by that which their own Carnal Wit and Natural Reason approves; 3. Those walk not by this Rule, who walk only by that which their own Carnal Wit and Natural Reason approves; crd d vvb xx p-acp d n1, r-crq vvb av-j p-acp d r-crq po32 d j n1 cc j n1 vvz; (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 300
669 How many are they, who though they cannot but know that God in His Word requires more exactness in their Walk, How many Are they, who though they cannot but know that God in His Word requires more exactness in their Walk, c-crq d vbr pns32, r-crq cs pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi cst np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz dc n1 p-acp po32 n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 300
670 yet they rest on that which they think their own Carnal Wit thinks may suffice; yet they rest on that which they think their own Carnal Wit thinks may suffice; av pns32 vvb p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvb po32 d j n1 vvz vmb vvi; (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 300
671 They'll do what they can in Religious Duties, which indeed is but to do what they please; They'll do what they can in Religious Duties, which indeed is but to do what they please; pns32|vmb vdb r-crq pns32 vmb p-acp j n2, r-crq av vbz p-acp pc-acp vdi r-crq pns32 vvb; (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 300
672 But for further, God must forgive them: Thus they'l medle with what is easie, pleasant, and profitable, in Religion; But for further, God must forgive them: Thus They'll meddle with what is easy, pleasant, and profitable, in Religion; cc-acp p-acp jc, np1 vmb vvi pno32: av pns32|vmb vvi p-acp r-crq vbz j, j, cc j, p-acp n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 300
673 But for what is hurtful, burthen some, or may bring loss, they'l never owne that; But for what is hurtful, burden Some, or may bring loss, They'll never own that; cc-acp p-acp q-crq vbz j, n1 d, cc vmb vvi n1, pns32|vmb av-x vvi d; (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 301
674 Because their Carnal Reason suggests unto them, that less than that may serve the turn, Religion is good, Because their Carnal Reason suggests unto them, that less than that may serve the turn, Religion is good, c-acp po32 j n1 vvz p-acp pno32, cst dc cs d vmb vvi dt n1, n1 vbz j, (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 301
675 but People ought not to impoverish or destroy themselves for it: but People ought not to impoverish or destroy themselves for it: cc-acp n1 vmd xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi px32 p-acp pn31: (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 301
676 Thus many do easily dispense with themselves for the neglect of all painful Hazards and expensive Duties; Thus many do Easily dispense with themselves for the neglect of all painful Hazards and expensive Duties; av d vdb av-j vvi p-acp px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 cc j n2; (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 301
677 such as To deal their Bread to the Hungry, To choose Affliction rather than to sin; such as To deal their Bred to the Hungry, To choose Affliction rather than to sin; d c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi n1 av-c cs pc-acp vvi; (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 301
678 Not to recompense evil with evil, but evil with good, To cleave unto Christ and Truth when the wind of Tryal and Persecution blow hard in their face. Not to recompense evil with evil, but evil with good, To cleave unto christ and Truth when the wind of Trial and Persecution blow hard in their face. xx pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp n-jn, cc-acp j-jn p-acp j, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvb av-j p-acp po32 n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 301
679 These and such like Duties are not much stood on by the Man that walks by this Rule of Carnal Reason. These and such like Duties Are not much stood on by the Man that walks by this Rule of Carnal Reason. np1 cc d j n2 vbr xx av-d vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f j n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 301
680 As also the Duty of Mortifying your Predominant, Cutting off of the Right Hand, plucking out of the Right Eye, As also the Duty of Mortifying your Predominant, Cutting off of the Right Hand, plucking out of the Right Eye, p-acp av dt n1 pp-f vvg po22 j, vvg a-acp pp-f dt j-jn n1, vvg av pp-f dt j-jn n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 301
681 and that painful Duty of Heart-searching, and Self-judging, as at all times, so chiefly when ye are coming to a Communion, Carnal Wit will suggest to you that such precise strictness is not needful. and that painful Duty of Heart-searching, and Self-judging, as At all times, so chiefly when you Are coming to a Communion, Carnal Wit will suggest to you that such precise strictness is not needful. cc cst j n1 pp-f j, cc j, c-acp p-acp d n2, av av-jn c-crq pn22 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1, j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 cst d j n1 vbz xx j. (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 301
682 Now this Rule is flatly contrary to that which is here prescribed, The Rule of Gods Approbation: Now this Rule is flatly contrary to that which is Here prescribed, The Rule of God's Approbation: av d n1 vbz av-j j-jn p-acp cst r-crq vbz av vvn, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 301
683 For the Carnal Mind is Enmity to God, and Flesh and Blood cannot inherit the Kingdom of Heaven. For the Carnal Mind is Enmity to God, and Flesh and Blood cannot inherit the Kingdom of Heaven. c-acp dt j n1 vbz n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 cc n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 301
684 4. Those walk not by this Rule whose great endeavour is to conform themselves, not so much to what God Desires, 4. Those walk not by this Rule whose great endeavour is to conform themselves, not so much to what God Desires, crd d vvb xx p-acp d n1 rg-crq j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi px32, xx av av-d p-acp r-crq np1 vvz, (21) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 301
685 as to what they themselves find Peace in, and who if they get not troublesome challenges from Conscience for their way, do take it for granted that their way is good enough, as to what they themselves find Peace in, and who if they get not troublesome challenges from Conscience for their Way, do take it for granted that their Way is good enough, c-acp p-acp r-crq pns32 px32 vvb n1 p-acp, cc r-crq cs pns32 vvb xx j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1, vdb vvi pn31 p-acp vvn d po32 n1 vbz j av-d, (21) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 301
686 and do never set themselves to enquire further about it: Now this is an unsure Rule: and do never Set themselves to inquire further about it: Now this is an unsure Rule: cc vdb av-x vvi px32 pc-acp vvi av-jc p-acp pn31: av d vbz dt j n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 302
687 For 1. Many may have Peace in that which is just opposite to what God Requires and Desires. For 1. Many may have Peace in that which is just opposite to what God Requires and Desires. c-acp crd av-d vmb vhi n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz av j-jn p-acp r-crq np1 vvz cc vvz. (21) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 302
688 Ye'l see Deut. 29. 19. How the Prophane Ruffian cryeth, Peace, he shall have Peace, though he add Drunkenness to Thirst: Yell see Deuteronomy 29. 19. How the Profane Ruffian Cries, Peace, he shall have Peace, though he add drunkenness to Thirst: vvi vvi np1 crd crd c-crq dt j n1 vvz, n1, pns31 vmb vhi n1, cs pns31 vvb n1 p-acp n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 302
689 As it were in despite of God. As it were in despite of God. c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 pp-f np1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 302
690 But, 2. Tho' thy Conscience be not thus fear'd, yet it may be sleeping, because thou takes no pains to get it awakened; But, 2. Though thy Conscience be not thus feared, yet it may be sleeping, Because thou Takes no pains to get it awakened; p-acp, crd cs po21 n1 vbb xx av vvn, av pn31 vmb vbi vvg, c-acp pns21 vvz av-dx n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn; (21) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 302
691 And if thou wouldst but rouze it up, and make it pass impartial Sentence upon thy Way, There are many things thy Conscience would give thee little rest in, And if thou Wouldst but rouse it up, and make it pass impartial Sentence upon thy Way, There Are many things thy Conscience would give thee little rest in, cc cs pns21 vmd2 cc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp, cc vvi pn31 vvi j n1 p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vbr d n2 po21 n1 vmd vvi pno21 j n1 p-acp, (21) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 302
692 for which now thou finds no check or challenge. 3. It would be considered, whether Conscience now and then do not give you some gentle Checks for many things, for which now thou finds not check or challenge. 3. It would be considered, whither Conscience now and then do not give you Some gentle Checks for many things, p-acp r-crq av pns21 vvz xx vvi cc vvi. crd pn31 vmd vbi vvn, cs n1 av cc av vdb xx vvi pn22 d j n2 p-acp d n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 302
693 tho it wound not sore, because ye do quickly command it to silence, so that it doth not speak to purpose, being overaw'd so that it dare not speak. though it wound not soar, Because you do quickly command it to silence, so that it does not speak to purpose, being overawed so that it Dare not speak. cs pn31 vvb xx av-j, c-acp pn22 vdb av-j vvi pn31 p-acp n1, av cst pn31 vdz xx vvi p-acp n1, vbg vvn av cst pn31 vvb xx vvi. (21) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 302
694 In either of which Cases, Peace of Mind is not a safe Rule to walk by; In either of which Cases, Peace of Mind is not a safe Rule to walk by; p-acp d pp-f r-crq n2, n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (21) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 302
695 For ye may have Peace in that which God approveth not. For you may have Peace in that which God approveth not. c-acp pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp d r-crq np1 vvz xx. (21) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 302
696 I come now to the second thing here expressed, for clearing what That is, that makes our Performances accepted of by God: I come now to the second thing Here expressed, for clearing what That is, that makes our Performances accepted of by God: pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1 av vvn, p-acp vvg r-crq d vbz, cst vvz po12 n2 vvn pp-f p-acp np1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 302
697 It is somewhat in the Inward Parts, not so much that which is External and obvious to the Eyes of Man, It is somewhat in the Inward Parts, not so much that which is External and obvious to the Eyes of Man, pn31 vbz av p-acp dt j n2, xx av av-d cst r-crq vbz j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 302
698 as Internal and only known to God, even the hidden man of the Heart. as Internal and only known to God, even the hidden man of the Heart. c-acp j cc av-j vvn p-acp np1, av dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 302
699 It's true the man who would walk acceptably, must also look to that which is External, to wit, that which God hath Commanded, according to Philip. 4. 8. Finally, Brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; It's true the man who would walk acceptably, must also look to that which is External, to wit, that which God hath Commanded, according to Philip. 4. 8. Finally, Brothers, whatsoever things Are true, whatsoever things Are honest, whatsoever things Are just, whatsoever things Are pure, whatsoever things Are lovely, whatsoever things Are of good report; pn31|vbz j dt n1 r-crq vmd vvi av-j, vmb av vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz j, p-acp n1, cst r-crq np1 vhz vvn, vvg p-acp vvi. crd crd av-j, n2, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr pp-f j n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 303
700 If there be any vertue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. If there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. cs pc-acp vbb d n1, cc cs pc-acp vbb d n1, vvb p-acp d n2. (21) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 303
701 So he is not to over look all things External, or look on them as things indifferent, So he is not to over look all things External, or look on them as things indifferent, av pns31 vbz xx p-acp p-acp vvi d n2 j, cc vvb p-acp pno32 c-acp n2 j, (21) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 303
702 if they be Honest, Pure, of a good Report, and any vertue in them, he must set about them: if they be Honest, Pure, of a good Report, and any virtue in them, he must Set about them: cs pns32 vbb j, j, pp-f dt j n1, cc d n1 p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32: (21) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 303
703 Only the great Work of such a man should ly most about his Heart and Inward Parts; how to get it brought up to Duty and keeped at Duty: Only the great Work of such a man should lie most about his Heart and Inward Parts; how to get it brought up to Duty and keeped At Duty: av-j dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1 vmd vvi av-ds p-acp po31 n1 cc j n2; c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc vvn p-acp n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 303
704 For John 4. 24. God is a Spirit, and they that Worship him, must Worship him in Spirit and in Truth. For John 4. 24. God is a Spirit, and they that Worship him, must Worship him in Spirit and in Truth. c-acp np1 crd crd np1 vbz dt n1, cc pns32 cst vvb pno31, vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 303
705 The Heart is the thing which God doth mainly seek. My Son (saith Solomon ) Prov: 23. 26. Give me thy Heart. The Heart is the thing which God does mainly seek. My Son (Says Solomon) Curae: 23. 26. Give me thy Heart. dt n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 vdz av-j vvi. po11 n1 (vvz np1) np1: crd crd vvb pno11 po21 n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 303
706 And He doth so seek it, that if he get it not, he cares not for all the rest, Isai. 29. 13. This People draw near me with their Mouth, And He does so seek it, that if he get it not, he Cares not for all the rest, Isaiah 29. 13. This People draw near me with their Mouth, cc pns31 vdz av vvi pn31, cst cs pns31 vvb pn31 xx, pns31 vvz xx p-acp d dt n1, np1 crd crd d n1 vvi av-j pno11 p-acp po32 n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 303
707 and with their Lips do Honour Me, but have removed their Heart far from me, &c. I might here run out in a sad complaint That the Religion of the times is almost all Out-side-work (at least in very many) who the longer they live make the less ado about the Heart: and with their Lips do Honour Me, but have removed their Heart Far from me, etc. I might Here run out in a sad complaint That the Religion of the times is almost all Outside work (At least in very many) who the longer they live make the less ado about the Heart: cc p-acp po32 n2 vdb vvi pno11, cc-acp vhb vvn po32 n1 av-j p-acp pno11, av pns11 vmd av vvi av p-acp dt j n1 cst dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz av d n1 (p-acp ds p-acp j d) r-crq dt jc pns32 vvb vvi dt av-dc n1 p-acp dt n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 303
708 And is it not so, If when ye neglect the external part of Duty ye get a Challenge, And is it not so, If when you neglect the external part of Duty you get a Challenge, cc vbz pn31 xx av, cs c-crq pn22 vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1 pn22 vvb dt vvb, (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 303
709 but if that be discharged ye have Peace, though there be no more care about the Heart than if ye had none? But as to your accquitting your selves in this particular of making your great work ly about the Heart and Inward parts, Try your selves but by these Three things. 1. What is your care to restrain and mortify Heart Sins, which the Apostle calls the Filthiness of the Spirit, but if that be discharged you have Peace, though there be no more care about the Heart than if you had none? But as to your accquitting your selves in this particular of making your great work lie about the Heart and Inward parts, Try your selves but by these Three things. 1. What is your care to restrain and mortify Heart Sins, which the Apostle calls the Filthiness of the Spirit, cc-acp cs d vbb vvn pn22 vhb n1, cs pc-acp vbb dx dc n1 p-acp dt n1 cs cs pn22 vhd pix? cc-acp c-acp p-acp po22 vvg po22 n2 p-acp d j pp-f vvg po22 j n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 cc j n2, vvb po22 n2 cc-acp p-acp d crd n2. crd q-crq vbz po22 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 n2, r-crq dt np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 304
710 As High conceit of your selves, and your envying of the good of others, because it overshadows you; As High conceit of your selves, and your envying of the good of Others, Because it overshadows you; c-acp j n1 pp-f po22 n2, cc po22 vvg pp-f dt j pp-f n2-jn, c-acp pn31 vvz pn22; (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 304
711 The Sin of Fretting and repining under cross dispensations; of not reverencing God in, and being contented with your Lott. The since of Fretting and repining under cross dispensations; of not reverencing God in, and being contented with your Lot. dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg p-acp j n2; pp-f xx vvg np1 p-acp, cc vbg vvn p-acp po22 n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 304
712 Try I say what your Cares and Endeavours are to mortify these and such like Heart sins; Try I say what your Cares and Endeavours Are to mortify these and such like Heart Sins; vvb pns11 vvb q-crq po22 n2 cc n2 vbr pc-acp vvi d cc d j n1 n2; (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 304
713 2. Try what Conscience ye make to Discharge Inward and spiritual Duties, which require only the Inward man to be acted in them; 2. Try what Conscience you make to Discharge Inward and spiritual Duties, which require only the Inward man to be acted in them; crd vvb r-crq n1 pn22 vvb pc-acp vvb j cc j n2, r-crq vvb av-j dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32; (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 304
714 As the Duty of meditating on God, keeping intercourse and fellowship betwixt your Hearts and Him, The Duty of self judging, As the Duty of meditating on God, keeping intercourse and fellowship betwixt your Hearts and Him, The Duty of self judging, c-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1, vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 n2 cc pno31, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg, (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 304
715 and calling your self to an account every night of the days work, the Duty of stooping to God under Cross Dispensations, and calling your self to an account every night of the days work, the Duty of stooping to God under Cross Dispensations, cc vvg po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 d n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb, dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1 p-acp j n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 304
716 and constructing aright of every thing that God does. and constructing aright of every thing that God does. cc vvg av pp-f d n1 cst np1 vdz. (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 304
717 Try I say what Conscience ye make, to discharge those and such like spiritual Duties. 3. Try in what way your greatest Care doth run in these Duties which require both the Outward and Inward man; Try I say what Conscience you make, to discharge those and such like spiritual Duties. 3. Try in what Way your greatest Care does run in these Duties which require both the Outward and Inward man; vvb pns11 vvb r-crq n1 pn22 vvb, pc-acp vvi d cc d av-j j n2. crd vvb p-acp r-crq n1 po22 js n1 vdz vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq vvb d dt j cc j n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 304
718 Is your great Care to act from right motives, and for right ends? or rather do ye not on the contrair take but litle care what be the frame of your Heart within, Is your great Care to act from right motives, and for right ends? or rather do you not on the contrair take but little care what be the frame of your Heart within, vbz po22 j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2, cc p-acp j-jn n2? cc av-c vdb pn22 xx p-acp dt j-jn vvb p-acp j n1 r-crq vbb dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 a-acp, (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 304
719 if ye but get the outward work done, and a fair out-side which none can challenge? Is your desire not only to exercise your Tongue in Praying, Your voice and art in Singing Praises, if you but get the outward work done, and a fair outside which none can challenge? Is your desire not only to exercise your Tongue in Praying, Your voice and art in Singing Praises, cs pn22 cc-acp vvi dt j n1 vdn, cc dt j n1-an r-crq pix vmb vvi? vbz po22 n1 xx av-j pc-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp vvg, po22 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 304
720 but also and mainly, to exercise your spiritual Graces, your Faith, your Humility, your Love, your Repentence for Sin, but also and mainly, to exercise your spiritual Graces, your Faith, your Humility, your Love, your Repentance for since, cc-acp av cc av-j, pc-acp vvi po22 j n2, po22 n1, po22 n1, po22 n1, po22 n1 p-acp n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 304
721 and your joy in God? I fear if ye try by these marks, many of us shall find, that though the Inward parts be that which God Desireth most, and your joy in God? I Fear if you try by these marks, many of us shall find, that though the Inward parts be that which God Desires most, cc po22 n1 p-acp np1? pns11 vvb cs pn22 vvb p-acp d n2, d pp-f pno12 vmb vvi, cst cs dt j n2 vbb cst r-crq np1 vvz av-ds, (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 305
722 yet it is that whereof we do give him least, which makes a great part of our Duties to be but shadows of Duty; yet it is that whereof we do give him least, which makes a great part of our Duties to be but shadows of Duty; av pn31 vbz d c-crq pns12 vdb vvi pno31 av-ds, r-crq vvz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 305
723 They have the external draughts and lineaments, shape and proportion of Duty but no more; They have the external draughts and lineaments, shape and proportion of Duty but no more; pns32 vhb dt j n2 cc n2, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dx dc; (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 305
724 they are painted Duties, like a painted man without life, a painted fire without heat, Let the tryal of your self in these, they Are painted Duties, like a painted man without life, a painted fire without heat, Let the trial of your self in these, pns32 vbr vvn n2, av-j dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1, dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp d, (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 305
725 and judging of your selves for them, be a part of your Preparation: And take this for a further part of it from the same Ground, and judging of your selves for them, be a part of your Preparation: And take this for a further part of it from the same Ground, cc vvg pp-f po22 n2 p-acp pno32, vbb dt n1 pp-f po22 n1: cc vvb d p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt d n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 305
726 if ye would have what ye do about your Preparation, accepted of by God, let your great work ly about your Heart, if you would have what you do about your Preparation, accepted of by God, let your great work lie about your Heart, cs pn22 vmd vhi r-crq pn22 vdb p-acp po22 n1, vvn pp-f p-acp np1, vvb po22 j n1 vvi p-acp po22 n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 305
727 how to get it brought to Duty, and wrought up to some good Frame; how to get it brought to Duty, and wrought up to Some good Frame; c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd a-acp p-acp d j n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 305
728 for the Lord desireth mainly the Inward parts; and where your backward, dead, and lumpish Hearts will not move or drive for you, beseech the Lord to draw them, for the Lord Desires mainly the Inward parts; and where your backward, dead, and lumpish Hearts will not move or drive for you, beseech the Lord to draw them, p-acp dt n1 vvz av-j dt j n2; cc c-crq po22 j, j, cc j n2 vmb xx vvi cc vvi p-acp pn22, vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 305
729 and make them willing in the day of his Power. But now lastly, I come to the particular here condescended on as a necessary Ingredient, and make them willing in the day of his Power. But now lastly, I come to the particular Here condescended on as a necessary Ingredient, cc vvi pno32 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. cc-acp av ord, pns11 vvb p-acp dt j av vvd a-acp p-acp dt j n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 305
730 for making our performances Acceptable and savoury viz. The Grace of Truth and sincerity, Behold thou desirest Truth in the Inward parts. for making our performances Acceptable and savoury viz. The Grace of Truth and sincerity, Behold thou Desirest Truth in the Inward parts. p-acp vvg po12 n2 j cc j n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp dt j n2. (21) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 305
731 And it gives us this Doctrine That the Grace of sincerity and the exercise of it, Is abosolutely necessary for making our Duties acceptable to God; And it gives us this Doctrine That the Grace of sincerity and the exercise of it, Is abosolutely necessary for making our Duties acceptable to God; cc pn31 vvz pno12 d n1 cst dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, vbz av-j j p-acp vvg po12 n2 j p-acp np1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 305
732 It's so necessary that the Lord will accept even very little where it is, when he I reject much where it is wanting: It's so necessary that the Lord will accept even very little where it is, when he I reject much where it is wanting: pn31|vbz av j cst dt n1 vmb vvi av av j c-crq pn31 vbz, c-crq pns31 pns11 vvb av-d c-crq pn31 vbz vvg: (21) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 305
733 we'l see both these if we look to the Scripture verdict of two Kings of Judah, The first is, Asa, He was guilty in many things, there were very visible defects in him as sufficient that they may do the like: we'll see both these if we look to the Scripture verdict of two Kings of Judah, The First is, Asa, He was guilty in many things, there were very visible defects in him as sufficient that they may do the like: pns12|vmb vvi d d cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f crd n2 pp-f np1, dt ord vbz, np1, pns31 vbds j p-acp d n2, pc-acp vbdr av j n2 p-acp pno31 c-acp j cst pns32 vmb vdi dt av-j: (21) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 300
734 This is the Rule which God forbids to follow, Exod. 23. 2. Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil, &c. And Broad is the way which leadeth to destruction, This is the Rule which God forbids to follow, Exod 23. 2. Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil, etc. And Broad is the Way which leads to destruction, d vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn, av cc j vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 300
735 and many there be that go therein: and many there be that go therein: cc d pc-acp vbi cst vvb av: (21) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 300
736 And yet it is a Rule which many follow, both as the matter what, and the manner how they do it: And yet it is a Rule which many follow, both as the matter what, and the manner how they do it: cc av pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq d vvb, d c-acp dt n1 r-crq, cc dt n1 c-crq pns32 vdb pn31: (21) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 300
737 How many are there, that though they want not their own Convictions and Challenges for several things they themselves are conscious of, How many Are there, that though they want not their own Convictions and Challenges for several things they themselves Are conscious of, c-crq d vbr a-acp, cst cs pns32 vvb xx po32 d n2 cc n2 p-acp j n2 pns32 px32 vbr j pp-f, (21) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 300
738 yet if there be many who are under the Power of the same Evils with themselves, they force themselves to take Peace and hold on, yet if there be many who Are under the Power of the same Evils with themselves, they force themselves to take Peace and hold on, av cs pc-acp vbb d r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n2-jn p-acp px32, pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvb a-acp, (21) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 300
739 because there are many guilty of the same fault: Because there Are many guilty of the same fault: c-acp pc-acp vbr d j pp-f dt d n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 300
740 Alas, That is but a very poor ground of Comfort, To go to Hell with Company, Alas, That is but a very poor ground of Comfort, To go to Hell with Company, uh, cst vbz p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 300
741 and speaks but very little zeal for God's Honour, else the more thou seest it trampled on by others, thou would be the more tender of it; and speaks but very little zeal for God's Honour, Else the more thou See it trampled on by Others, thou would be the more tender of it; cc vvz p-acp av j n1 p-acp npg1 n1, av dt av-dc pns21 vv2 pn31 vvd a-acp p-acp n2-jn, pns21 vmd vbi dt av-dc j pp-f pn31; (21) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 300
742 and consequently the more Common any sin is, thou should hate it the more, because God gets the more Dishonour by it: and consequently the more Common any since is, thou should hate it the more, Because God gets the more Dishonour by it: cc av-j dt av-dc j d n1 vbz, pns21 vmd vvi pn31 dt av-dc, c-acp np1 vvz dt av-dc vvb p-acp pn31: (21) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 300
743 This was David 's way, Rivers of Tears (saith he) run down mine Eyes because of the wicked who transgress thy Law. This was David is Way, rivers of Tears (Says he) run down mine Eyes Because of the wicked who transgress thy Law. d vbds np1 vbz n1, n2 pp-f n2 (vvz pns31) vvb a-acp po11 n2 c-acp pp-f dt j q-crq vvi po21 n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 300
744 3. Those walk not by this Rule, who walk only by that which their own Carnal Wit and Natural Reason approves; 3. Those walk not by this Rule, who walk only by that which their own Carnal Wit and Natural Reason approves; crd d vvb xx p-acp d n1, r-crq vvb av-j p-acp d r-crq po32 d j n1 cc j n1 vvz; (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 300
745 How many are they, who though they cannot but know that God in His Word requires more exactness in their Walk, How many Are they, who though they cannot but know that God in His Word requires more exactness in their Walk, c-crq d vbr pns32, r-crq cs pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi cst np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz dc n1 p-acp po32 n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 300
746 yet they rest on that which they think their own Carnal Wit thinks may suffice; yet they rest on that which they think their own Carnal Wit thinks may suffice; av pns32 vvb p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvb po32 d j n1 vvz vmb vvi; (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 300
747 They'll do what they can in Religious Duties, which indeed is but to do what they please; They'll do what they can in Religious Duties, which indeed is but to do what they please; pns32|vmb vdb r-crq pns32 vmb p-acp j n2, r-crq av vbz p-acp pc-acp vdi r-crq pns32 vvb; (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 300
748 But for further, God must forgive them: Thus they'l medle with what is easie, pleasant, and profitable, in Religion; But for further, God must forgive them: Thus They'll meddle with what is easy, pleasant, and profitable, in Religion; cc-acp p-acp jc, np1 vmb vvi pno32: av pns32|vmb vvi p-acp r-crq vbz j, j, cc j, p-acp n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 300
749 But for what is hurtful, burthen some, or may bring loss, they'l never owne that; But for what is hurtful, burden Some, or may bring loss, They'll never own that; cc-acp p-acp q-crq vbz j, n1 d, cc vmb vvi n1, pns32|vmb av-x vvi d; (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 301
750 Because their Carnal Reason suggests unto them, that less than that may serve the turn, Religion is good, Because their Carnal Reason suggests unto them, that less than that may serve the turn, Religion is good, c-acp po32 j n1 vvz p-acp pno32, cst dc cs d vmb vvi dt n1, n1 vbz j, (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 301
751 but People ought not to impoverish or destroy themselves for it: but People ought not to impoverish or destroy themselves for it: cc-acp n1 vmd xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi px32 p-acp pn31: (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 301
752 Thus many do easily dispense with themselves for the neglect of all painful Hazards and expensive Duties; Thus many do Easily dispense with themselves for the neglect of all painful Hazards and expensive Duties; av d vdb av-j vvi p-acp px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 cc j n2; (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 301
753 such as To deal their Bread to the Hungry, To choose Affliction rather than to sin; such as To deal their Bred to the Hungry, To choose Affliction rather than to sin; d c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi n1 av-c cs pc-acp vvi; (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 301
754 Not to recompense evil with evil, but evil with good, To cleave unto Christ and Truth when the wind of Tryal and Persecution blow hard in their face. Not to recompense evil with evil, but evil with good, To cleave unto christ and Truth when the wind of Trial and Persecution blow hard in their face. xx pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp n-jn, cc-acp j-jn p-acp j, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvb av-j p-acp po32 n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 301
755 These and such like Duties are not much stood on by the Man that walks by this Rule of Carnal Reason. These and such like Duties Are not much stood on by the Man that walks by this Rule of Carnal Reason. np1 cc d j n2 vbr xx av-d vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f j n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 301
756 As also the Duty of Mortifying your Predominant, Cutting off of the Right Hand, plucking out of the Right Eye, As also the Duty of Mortifying your Predominant, Cutting off of the Right Hand, plucking out of the Right Eye, p-acp av dt n1 pp-f vvg po22 j, vvg a-acp pp-f dt j-jn n1, vvg av pp-f dt j-jn n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 301
757 and that painful Duty of Heart-searching, and Self-judging, as at all times, so chiefly when ye are coming to a Communion, Carnal Wit will suggest to you that such precise strictness is not needful. and that painful Duty of Heart-searching, and Self-judging, as At all times, so chiefly when you Are coming to a Communion, Carnal Wit will suggest to you that such precise strictness is not needful. cc cst j n1 pp-f j, cc j, c-acp p-acp d n2, av av-jn c-crq pn22 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1, j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 cst d j n1 vbz xx j. (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 301
758 Now this Rule is flatly contrary to that which is here prescribed, The Rule of Gods Approbation: Now this Rule is flatly contrary to that which is Here prescribed, The Rule of God's Approbation: av d n1 vbz av-j j-jn p-acp cst r-crq vbz av vvn, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 301
759 For the Carnal Mind is Enmity to God, and Flesh and Blood cannot inherit the Kingdom of Heaven. For the Carnal Mind is Enmity to God, and Flesh and Blood cannot inherit the Kingdom of Heaven. c-acp dt j n1 vbz n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 cc n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 301
760 4. Those walk not by this Rule whose great endeavour is to conform themselves, not so much to what God Desires, 4. Those walk not by this Rule whose great endeavour is to conform themselves, not so much to what God Desires, crd d vvb xx p-acp d n1 rg-crq j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi px32, xx av av-d p-acp r-crq np1 vvz, (21) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 301
761 as to what they themselves find Peace in, and who if they get not troublesome challenges from Conscience for their way, do take it for granted that their way is good enough, as to what they themselves find Peace in, and who if they get not troublesome challenges from Conscience for their Way, do take it for granted that their Way is good enough, c-acp p-acp r-crq pns32 px32 vvb n1 p-acp, cc r-crq cs pns32 vvb xx j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1, vdb vvi pn31 p-acp vvn d po32 n1 vbz j av-d, (21) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 301
762 and do never set themselves to enquire further about it: Now this is an unsure Rule: and do never Set themselves to inquire further about it: Now this is an unsure Rule: cc vdb av-x vvi px32 pc-acp vvi av-jc p-acp pn31: av d vbz dt j n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 302
763 For 1. Many may have Peace in that which is just opposite to what God Requires and Desires. For 1. Many may have Peace in that which is just opposite to what God Requires and Desires. c-acp crd av-d vmb vhi n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz av j-jn p-acp r-crq np1 vvz cc vvz. (21) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 302
764 Ye'l see Deut. 29. 19. How the Prophane Ruffian cryeth, Peace, he shall have Peace, though he add Drunkenness to Thirst: Yell see Deuteronomy 29. 19. How the Profane Ruffian Cries, Peace, he shall have Peace, though he add drunkenness to Thirst: vvi vvi np1 crd crd c-crq dt j n1 vvz, n1, pns31 vmb vhi n1, cs pns31 vvb n1 p-acp n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 302
765 As it were in despite of God. As it were in despite of God. c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 pp-f np1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 302
766 But, 2. Tho' thy Conscience be not thus fear'd, yet it may be sleeping, because thou takes no pains to get it awakened; But, 2. Though thy Conscience be not thus feared, yet it may be sleeping, Because thou Takes no pains to get it awakened; p-acp, crd cs po21 n1 vbb xx av vvn, av pn31 vmb vbi vvg, c-acp pns21 vvz av-dx n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn; (21) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 302
767 And if thou wouldst but rouze it up, and make it pass impartial Sentence upon thy Way, There are many things thy Conscience would give thee little rest in, And if thou Wouldst but rouse it up, and make it pass impartial Sentence upon thy Way, There Are many things thy Conscience would give thee little rest in, cc cs pns21 vmd2 cc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp, cc vvi pn31 vvi j n1 p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vbr d n2 po21 n1 vmd vvi pno21 j n1 p-acp, (21) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 302
768 for which now thou finds no check or challenge. 3. It would be considered, whether Conscience now and then do not give you some gentle Checks for many things, for which now thou finds not check or challenge. 3. It would be considered, whither Conscience now and then do not give you Some gentle Checks for many things, p-acp r-crq av pns21 vvz xx vvi cc vvi. crd pn31 vmd vbi vvn, cs n1 av cc av vdb xx vvi pn22 d j n2 p-acp d n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 302
769 tho it wound not sore, because ye do quickly command it to silence, so that it doth not speak to purpose, being overaw'd so that it dare not speak. though it wound not soar, Because you do quickly command it to silence, so that it does not speak to purpose, being overawed so that it Dare not speak. cs pn31 vvb xx av-j, c-acp pn22 vdb av-j vvi pn31 p-acp n1, av cst pn31 vdz xx vvi p-acp n1, vbg vvn av cst pn31 vvb xx vvi. (21) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 302
770 In either of which Cases, Peace of Mind is not a safe Rule to walk by; In either of which Cases, Peace of Mind is not a safe Rule to walk by; p-acp d pp-f r-crq n2, n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (21) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 302
771 For ye may have Peace in that which God approveth not. For you may have Peace in that which God approveth not. c-acp pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp d r-crq np1 vvz xx. (21) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 302
772 I come now to the second thing here expressed, for clearing what That is, that makes our Performances accepted of by God: I come now to the second thing Here expressed, for clearing what That is, that makes our Performances accepted of by God: pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1 av vvn, p-acp vvg r-crq d vbz, cst vvz po12 n2 vvn pp-f p-acp np1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 302
773 It is somewhat in the Inward Parts, not so much that which is External and obvious to the Eyes of Man, It is somewhat in the Inward Parts, not so much that which is External and obvious to the Eyes of Man, pn31 vbz av p-acp dt j n2, xx av av-d cst r-crq vbz j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 302
774 as Internal and only known to God, even the hidden man of the Heart. as Internal and only known to God, even the hidden man of the Heart. c-acp j cc av-j vvn p-acp np1, av dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 302
775 It's true the man who would walk acceptably, must also look to that which is External, to wit, that which God hath Commanded, according to Philip. 4. 8. Finally, Brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; It's true the man who would walk acceptably, must also look to that which is External, to wit, that which God hath Commanded, according to Philip. 4. 8. Finally, Brothers, whatsoever things Are true, whatsoever things Are honest, whatsoever things Are just, whatsoever things Are pure, whatsoever things Are lovely, whatsoever things Are of good report; pn31|vbz j dt n1 r-crq vmd vvi av-j, vmb av vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz j, p-acp n1, cst r-crq np1 vhz vvn, vvg p-acp vvi. crd crd av-j, n2, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr pp-f j n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 303
776 If there be any vertue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. If there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. cs pc-acp vbb d n1, cc cs pc-acp vbb d n1, vvb p-acp d n2. (21) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 303
777 So he is not to over look all things External, or look on them as things indifferent, So he is not to over look all things External, or look on them as things indifferent, av pns31 vbz xx p-acp p-acp vvi d n2 j, cc vvb p-acp pno32 c-acp n2 j, (21) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 303
778 if they be Honest, Pure, of a good Report, and any vertue in them, he must set about them: if they be Honest, Pure, of a good Report, and any virtue in them, he must Set about them: cs pns32 vbb j, j, pp-f dt j n1, cc d n1 p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32: (21) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 303
779 Only the great Work of such a man should ly most about his Heart and Inward Parts; how to get it brought up to Duty and keeped at Duty: Only the great Work of such a man should lie most about his Heart and Inward Parts; how to get it brought up to Duty and keeped At Duty: av-j dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1 vmd vvi av-ds p-acp po31 n1 cc j n2; c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc vvn p-acp n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 303
780 For John 4. 24. God is a Spirit, and they that Worship him, must Worship him in Spirit and in Truth. For John 4. 24. God is a Spirit, and they that Worship him, must Worship him in Spirit and in Truth. c-acp np1 crd crd np1 vbz dt n1, cc pns32 cst vvb pno31, vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 303
781 The Heart is the thing which God doth mainly seek. My Son (saith Solomon) Prov: 23. 26. Give me thy Heart. The Heart is the thing which God does mainly seek. My Son (Says Solomon) Curae: 23. 26. Give me thy Heart. dt n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 vdz av-j vvi. po11 n1 (vvz np1) n1: crd crd vvb pno11 po21 n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 303
782 And He doth so seek it, that if he get it not, he cares not for all the rest, Isai. 29. 13. This People draw near me with their Mouth, And He does so seek it, that if he get it not, he Cares not for all the rest, Isaiah 29. 13. This People draw near me with their Mouth, cc pns31 vdz av vvi pn31, cst cs pns31 vvb pn31 xx, pns31 vvz xx p-acp d dt n1, np1 crd crd d n1 vvi av-j pno11 p-acp po32 n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 303
783 and with their Lips do Honour Me, but have removed their Heart far from me, &c. I might here run out in a sad complaint That the Religion of the times is almost all Out-side-work (at least in very many) who the longer they live make the less ado about the Heart: and with their Lips do Honour Me, but have removed their Heart Far from me, etc. I might Here run out in a sad complaint That the Religion of the times is almost all Outside work (At least in very many) who the longer they live make the less ado about the Heart: cc p-acp po32 n2 vdb vvi pno11, cc-acp vhb vvn po32 n1 av-j p-acp pno11, av pns11 vmd av vvi av p-acp dt j n1 cst dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz av d n1 (p-acp ds p-acp j d) r-crq dt jc pns32 vvb vvi dt av-dc n1 p-acp dt n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 303
784 And is it not so, If when ye neglect the external part of Duty ye get a Challenge, And is it not so, If when you neglect the external part of Duty you get a Challenge, cc vbz pn31 xx av, cs c-crq pn22 vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1 pn22 vvb dt vvb, (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 303
785 but if that be discharged ye have Peace, though there be no more care about the Heart than if ye had none? But as to your accquitting your selves in this particular of making your great work ly about the Heart and Inward parts, Try your selves but by these Three things. 1. What is your care to restrain and mortify Heart Sins, which the Apostle calls the Filthiness of the Spirit, but if that be discharged you have Peace, though there be no more care about the Heart than if you had none? But as to your accquitting your selves in this particular of making your great work lie about the Heart and Inward parts, Try your selves but by these Three things. 1. What is your care to restrain and mortify Heart Sins, which the Apostle calls the Filthiness of the Spirit, cc-acp cs d vbb vvn pn22 vhb n1, cs pc-acp vbb dx dc n1 p-acp dt n1 cs cs pn22 vhd pix? cc-acp c-acp p-acp po22 vvg po22 n2 p-acp d j pp-f vvg po22 j n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 cc j n2, vvb po22 n2 cc-acp p-acp d crd n2. crd q-crq vbz po22 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 n2, r-crq dt np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 304
786 As High conceit of your selves, and your envying of the good of others, because it overshadows you; As High conceit of your selves, and your envying of the good of Others, Because it overshadows you; c-acp j n1 pp-f po22 n2, cc po22 vvg pp-f dt j pp-f n2-jn, c-acp pn31 vvz pn22; (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 304
787 The Sin of Fretting and repining under cross dispensations; of not reverencing God in, and being contented with your Lott. The since of Fretting and repining under cross dispensations; of not reverencing God in, and being contented with your Lot. dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg p-acp j n2; pp-f xx vvg np1 p-acp, cc vbg vvn p-acp po22 n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 304
788 Try I say what your Cares and Endeavours are to mortify these and such like Heart sins; Try I say what your Cares and Endeavours Are to mortify these and such like Heart Sins; vvb pns11 vvb q-crq po22 n2 cc n2 vbr pc-acp vvi d cc d j n1 n2; (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 304
789 2. Try what Conscience ye make to Discharge Inward and spiritual Duties, which require only the Inward man to be acted in them; 2. Try what Conscience you make to Discharge Inward and spiritual Duties, which require only the Inward man to be acted in them; crd vvb r-crq n1 pn22 vvb pc-acp vvb j cc j n2, r-crq vvb av-j dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32; (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 304
790 As the Duty of meditating on God, keeping intercourse and fellowship betwixt your Hearts and Him, The Duty of self judging, As the Duty of meditating on God, keeping intercourse and fellowship betwixt your Hearts and Him, The Duty of self judging, c-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1, vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 n2 cc pno31, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg, (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 304
791 and calling your self to an account every night of the days work, the Duty of stooping to God under Cross Dispensations, and calling your self to an account every night of the days work, the Duty of stooping to God under Cross Dispensations, cc vvg po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 d n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb, dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1 p-acp j n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 304
792 and constructing aright of every thing that God does. and constructing aright of every thing that God does. cc vvg av pp-f d n1 cst np1 vdz. (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 304
793 Try I say what Conscience ye make, to discharge those and such like spiritual Duties. 3. Try in what way your greatest Care doth run in these Duties which require both the Outward and Inward man; Try I say what Conscience you make, to discharge those and such like spiritual Duties. 3. Try in what Way your greatest Care does run in these Duties which require both the Outward and Inward man; vvb pns11 vvb r-crq n1 pn22 vvb, pc-acp vvi d cc d av-j j n2. crd vvb p-acp r-crq n1 po22 js n1 vdz vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq vvb d dt j cc j n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 304
794 Is your great Care to act from right motives, and for right ends? or rather do ye not on the contrair take but litle care what be the frame of your Heart within, Is your great Care to act from right motives, and for right ends? or rather do you not on the contrair take but little care what be the frame of your Heart within, vbz po22 j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2, cc p-acp j-jn n2? cc av-c vdb pn22 xx p-acp dt j-jn vvb p-acp j n1 r-crq vbb dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 a-acp, (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 304
795 if ye but get the outward work done, and a fair out-side which none can challenge? Is your desire not only to exercise your Tongue in Praying, Your voice and art in Singing Praises, if you but get the outward work done, and a fair outside which none can challenge? Is your desire not only to exercise your Tongue in Praying, Your voice and art in Singing Praises, cs pn22 cc-acp vvi dt j n1 vdn, cc dt j n1-an r-crq pix vmb vvi? vbz po22 n1 xx av-j pc-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp vvg, po22 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 304
796 but also and mainly, to exercise your spiritual Graces, your Faith, your Humility, your Love, your Repentance for Sin, but also and mainly, to exercise your spiritual Graces, your Faith, your Humility, your Love, your Repentance for since, cc-acp av cc av-j, pc-acp vvi po22 j n2, po22 n1, po22 n1, po22 n1, po22 n1 p-acp n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 304
797 and your joy in God? I fear if ye try by these marks, many of us shall find, that though the Inward parts b• that which God Desireth most, and your joy in God? I Fear if you try by these marks, many of us shall find, that though the Inward parts b• that which God Desires most, cc po22 n1 p-acp np1? pns11 vvb cs pn22 vvb p-acp d n2, d pp-f pno12 vmb vvi, cst cs dt j n2 n1 cst r-crq np1 vvz av-ds, (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 305
798 yet it is that whereof we do give him least, which makes a great part of our Duties to be but shadows of Duty; yet it is that whereof we do give him least, which makes a great part of our Duties to be but shadows of Duty; av pn31 vbz d c-crq pns12 vdb vvi pno31 av-ds, r-crq vvz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 305
799 They have the external draughts and lineaments, shape and proportion of Duty but no more; They have the external draughts and lineaments, shape and proportion of Duty but no more; pns32 vhb dt j n2 cc n2, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dx dc; (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 305
800 they are painted Duties, like a painted man without life, a painted fire without heat, Let the tryal of your self in these, they Are painted Duties, like a painted man without life, a painted fire without heat, Let the trial of your self in these, pns32 vbr vvn n2, av-j dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1, dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp d, (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 305
801 and judging of your selves for them, be a part of your Preparation: And take this for a further part of it from the same Ground, and judging of your selves for them, be a part of your Preparation: And take this for a further part of it from the same Ground, cc vvg pp-f po22 n2 p-acp pno32, vbb dt n1 pp-f po22 n1: cc vvb d p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt d n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 305
802 if ye would have what ye do about your Preparation, accepted of by God, let your great work ly about your Heart, if you would have what you do about your Preparation, accepted of by God, let your great work lie about your Heart, cs pn22 vmd vhi r-crq pn22 vdb p-acp po22 n1, vvn pp-f p-acp np1, vvb po22 j n1 vvi p-acp po22 n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 305
803 how to get it brought to Duty, and wrought up to some good Frame; how to get it brought to Duty, and wrought up to Some good Frame; c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd a-acp p-acp d j n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 305
804 for the Lord desireth mainly the Inward parts; and where your backward, dead, and lumpish Hearts will not move or drive for you, beseech the Lord to draw them, for the Lord Desires mainly the Inward parts; and where your backward, dead, and lumpish Hearts will not move or drive for you, beseech the Lord to draw them, p-acp dt n1 vvz av-j dt j n2; cc c-crq po22 j, j, cc j n2 vmb xx vvi cc vvi p-acp pn22, vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 305
805 and make them willing in the day of his Power. But now lastly, I come to the particular here condescended on as a necessary Ingredient, and make them willing in the day of his Power. But now lastly, I come to the particular Here condescended on as a necessary Ingredient, cc vvi pno32 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. cc-acp av ord, pns11 vvb p-acp dt j av vvd a-acp p-acp dt j n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 305
806 for making our performances Acceptable and savoury viz. The Grace of Truth and sincerity, Behold thou desirest Truth in the Inward parts. for making our performances Acceptable and savoury viz. The Grace of Truth and sincerity, Behold thou Desirest Truth in the Inward parts. p-acp vvg po12 n2 j cc j n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp dt j n2. (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 305
807 And it gives us this Doctrine That the Grace of sincerity and the exercise of it, Is absolutely necessary for making our Duties acceptable to God; And it gives us this Doctrine That the Grace of sincerity and the exercise of it, Is absolutely necessary for making our Duties acceptable to God; cc pn31 vvz pno12 d n1 cst dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, vbz av-j j p-acp vvg po12 n2 j p-acp np1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 305
808 It's so necessary that the Lord will accept even very little where it is, when he•l reject much where it is wanting: It's so necessary that the Lord will accept even very little where it is, when he•l reject much where it is wanting: pn31|vbz av j cst dt n1 vmb vvi av av j c-crq pn31 vbz, c-crq vmb vvi d c-crq pn31 vbz vvg: (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 305
809 we'l see both these if we look to the Scripture verdict of two Kings of Judah, The first is, Asa, He was guilty in many things, there were very visible defects in him trary to that which the Law of God required: we'll see both these if we look to the Scripture verdict of two Kings of Judah, The First is, Asa, He was guilty in many things, there were very visible defects in him trary to that which the Law of God required: pns12|vmb vvi d d cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f crd n2 pp-f np1, dt ord vbz, np1, pns31 vbds j p-acp d n2, pc-acp vbdr av j n2 p-acp pno31 j-jn p-acp cst r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd: (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 306
810 as particularly, he caused imprison the Prophet who reproved him 2 Chron: 16 10. He did not remove the superstitious High places, as particularly, he caused imprison the Prophet who reproved him 2 Chronicles: 16 10. He did not remove the superstitious High places, c-acp av-j, pns31 vvd vvi dt n1 r-crq vvd pno31 crd np1: crd crd pns31 vdd xx vvi dt j j n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 306
811 and yet see what the Spirit of God saith of him 1 King 15, 14. The High places were not removed: and yet see what the Spirit of God Says of him 1 King 15, 14. The High places were not removed: cc av vvb r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pp-f pno31 crd n1 crd, crd dt j n2 vbdr xx vvn: (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 306
812 nevertheless Asa his Heart was perfect with the Lord all his days. nevertheless Asa his Heart was perfect with the Lord all his days. av np1 po31 n1 vbds j p-acp dt n1 d po31 n2. (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 306
813 Implying that because he was a sincere upright hearted man, the Lord overlooked his many other failings. Implying that Because he was a sincere upright hearted man, the Lord overlooked his many other failings. vvg cst c-acp pns31 vbds dt j j j-vvn n1, dt n1 vvd po31 d j-jn n2-vvg. (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 306
814 So much is also implyed in Hezekiah 's Prayer, and the Answer it gets from God 2 Chron. 30. 18. 19. The good Lord pardon every one that prepareth his Heart to seek God, the Lord God of his Fathers, So much is also employed in Hezekiah is Prayer, and the Answer it gets from God 2 Chronicles 30. 18. 19. The good Lord pardon every one that Prepareth his Heart to seek God, the Lord God of his Father's, av d vbz av vvn p-acp np1 vbz n1, cc dt n1 pn31 vvz p-acp np1 crd np1 crd crd crd dt j n1 vvb d pi cst vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi np1, dt n1 np1 pp-f po31 n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 306
815 though he be not cleansed according to the Purification of the Sanctuary, And the Lord hearkned to Hezekiah and healed the People. though he be not cleansed according to the Purification of the Sanctuary, And the Lord hearkened to Hezekiah and healed the People. cs pns31 vbb xx vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 cc vvn dt n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 306
816 The other is King Amaziah 2 Chron: 25, 2. He did that which was right in the sight of the Lord, The other is King Amaziah 2 Chronicles: 25, 2. He did that which was right in the sighed of the Lord, dt n-jn vbz n1 np1 crd np1: crd, crd pns31 vdd d r-crq vbds j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 306
817 but not with a perfect Heart. but not with a perfect Heart. cc-acp xx p-acp dt j n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 306
818 Implying that though he did many things which in themselves were Right and Good, yet because his Heart was not single, sincere, Implying that though he did many things which in themselves were Right and Good, yet Because his Heart was not single, sincere, vvg cst cs pns31 vdd d n2 r-crq p-acp px32 vbdr j-jn cc j, av c-acp po31 n1 vbds xx j, j, (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 306
819 and straight, in what he did, the Lord doth not regard it; and straight, in what he did, the Lord does not regard it; cc av, p-acp r-crq pns31 vdd, dt n1 vdz xx vvi pn31; (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 306
820 which cleareth the thing I said before, That the Grace of Sincerity and exercise of it is so necessary, that the Lord will accept even very little where it is, which cleareth the thing I said before, That the Grace of Sincerity and exercise of it is so necessary, that the Lord will accept even very little where it is, r-crq vvz dt n1 pns11 vvd a-acp, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbz av j, cst dt n1 vmb vvi av av j c-crq pn31 vbz, (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 306
821 and will reject much where it is wanting. and will reject much where it is wanting. cc vmb vvi d c-crq pn31 vbz vvg. (21) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 306
822 Now for opening up this Grace of Truth and sincerity a litle, in order to the application of the Point: Now for opening up this Grace of Truth and sincerity a little, in order to the application of the Point: av p-acp vvg a-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 dt j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 306
823 Know 1, Sincerity is a Grace which looketh mainly to the Inside, therefore it is here called Truth in the Inward parts: Know 1, Sincerity is a Grace which looks mainly to the Inside, Therefore it is Here called Truth in the Inward parts: vvb crd, n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz av-j p-acp dt n1-an, av pn31 vbz av vvn n1 p-acp dt j n2: (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 306
824 If thou be a Sincere man, an Israelite indeed in whom there is no guile, Though a fair outside, may please Onlookers, If thou be a Sincere man, an Israelite indeed in whom there is no guile, Though a fair outside, may please Onlookers, cs pns21 vbb dt j n1, dt np1 av p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz dx n1, cs dt j av-an, vmb vvi ng2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 307
825 because they see no further, yet it will not please thee, because thou knows it will not please God, He desireth Truth in the Inward parts. Because they see no further, yet it will not please thee, Because thou knows it will not please God, He Desires Truth in the Inward parts. c-acp pns32 vvb av-dx av-jc, av pn31 vmb xx vvi pno21, c-acp pns21 vvz pn31 vmb xx vvi np1, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt j n2. (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 307
826 But of this already. 2. Sincerity and Truth of Heart makes a man's Tongue and Heart to go together in all his deportment, whether to God or man; But of this already. 2. Sincerity and Truth of Heart makes a Man's Tongue and Heart to go together in all his deportment, whither to God or man; cc-acp pp-f d av. crd n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt ng1 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp d po31 n1, cs p-acp np1 cc n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 307
827 The sincere hearted Man is not a double Man, he labours to be that in effect which he gives himself out to be. The sincere hearted Man is not a double Man, he labours to be that in Effect which he gives himself out to be. dt j j-vvn n1 vbz xx dt j-jn n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi d p-acp n1 r-crq pns31 vvz px31 av pc-acp vbi. (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 307
828 Thus 1. John 3. 18 ▪ Truth is opposed to •air words which are no more but Words; Thus 1. John 3. 18 ▪ Truth is opposed to •air words which Are no more but Words; av crd np1 crd crd ▪ n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n2 r-crq vbr dx dc p-acp n2; (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 307
829 My litle Children (saith he) let us not love in Word, neither in Tongue, My little Children (Says he) let us not love in Word, neither in Tongue, po11 j n2 (vvz pns31) vvb pno12 xx vvi p-acp n1, av-dx p-acp n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 307
830 but in Deed and in Truth. but in Deed and in Truth. cc-acp p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 307
831 Implying where Word and Deed go not together, there is no singleness, sincerity, or Truth there. 3. Sincerity aims at the right end, Implying where Word and Deed go not together, there is no singleness, sincerity, or Truth there. 3. Sincerity aims At the right end, vvg c-crq n1 cc n1 vvb xx av, pc-acp vbz dx n1, n1, cc n1 a-acp. crd n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 307
832 and works from right, approven and spiritual motives. and works from right, approven and spiritual motives. cc vvz p-acp n-jn, vvi cc j n2. (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 307
833 The Apostle Paul Philip: 1. 15, 16. Puts this difference betwixt the sincere and unsincere man, The Sincere Man works out of love and good will to Christ and Truth, the Unsincere man again works the same Work, The Apostle Paul Philip: 1. 15, 16. Puts this difference betwixt the sincere and unsincere man, The Sincere Man works out of love and good will to christ and Truth, the Unsincere man again works the same Work, dt n1 np1 np1: crd crd, crd vvz d n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, dt j n1 vvz av pp-f n1 cc j n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, dt j n1 av vvz dt d n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 307
834 and as much of it, but he works out of envy and strife, For some base and by ends. and as much of it, but he works out of envy and strife, For Some base and by ends. cc c-acp d pp-f pn31, cc-acp pns31 vvz av pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp d j cc p-acp n2. (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 307
835 This Grace of Sincerity and Truth makes a man look not only to the Substance of his Actions, that they be Right and Commanded, This Grace of Sincerity and Truth makes a man look not only to the Substance of his Actions, that they be Right and Commanded, d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz dt n1 vvb xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cst pns32 vbb j-jn cc j-vvn, (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 307
836 but also to the Manner of them, and chiefly that they be from spiritual motives and for a right end, that is, but also to the Manner of them, and chiefly that they be from spiritual motives and for a right end, that is, cc-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc av-jn cst pns32 vbb p-acp j n2 cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst vbz, (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 307
837 for God's Glory, Thy own Salvation, Thy neighbours good and Edification. for God's Glory, Thy own Salvation, Thy neighbours good and Edification. p-acp npg1 n1, po21 d n1, po21 n2 j cc n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 307
838 Now for Vse, Ye would try if there be not much want and inlake of this Truth and Sincerity among Us; Now for Use, You would try if there be not much want and inlake of this Truth and Sincerity among Us; av p-acp vvb, pn22 vmd vvi cs pc-acp vbb xx d n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (21) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 307
839 It's true every inlake and failing in the exercise of Sincerity will not prove a Man to be Unsincere; It's true every inlake and failing in the exercise of Sincerity will not prove a Man to be Unsincere; pn31|vbz j d n1 cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi j; (21) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 308
840 As every act of Hypocrisie will not make a Man an Hypocrite if so he do not countenance himself in it; As every act of Hypocrisy will not make a Man an Hypocrite if so he do not countenance himself in it; c-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 dt n1 cs av pns31 vdb xx vvi px31 p-acp pn31; (21) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 308
841 If so he do bewail it and flee to Jesus Christ to get pardon for it, and strength to subdue it: If so he do bewail it and flee to jesus christ to get pardon for it, and strength to subdue it: cs av pns31 vdb vvi pn31 cc vvi p-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31, cc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31: (21) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 308
842 It is not for this end I would have you to search and try your Inlakes in the exercise of Sincerity, that ye may give your selves over for Rotten-hearted Hypocrites: It is not for this end I would have you to search and try your Inlakes in the exercise of Sincerity, that you may give your selves over for Rotten-hearted Hypocrites: pn31 vbz xx p-acp d n1 pns11 vmd vhi pn22 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 a-acp p-acp j n2: (21) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 308
843 But that you may bewail it, take with it, judge your selves for it, flee to Christ to get it pardoned, But that you may bewail it, take with it, judge your selves for it, flee to christ to get it pardoned, cc-acp cst pn22 vmb vvi pn31, vvb p-acp pn31, vvb po22 n2 p-acp pn31, vvb p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn, (21) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 308
844 and to get Grace to amend it; and to get Grace to amend it; cc pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (21) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 308
845 And your making this use of your foul Failings, as to this point, shall be a clear evidence, that though there has been much unsincerity, And your making this use of your foul Failings, as to this point, shall be a clear evidence, that though there has been much unsincerity, cc po22 vvg d n1 pp-f po22 j n2-vvg, c-acp p-acp d n1, vmb vbi dt j n1, cst cs a-acp vhz vbn d n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 308
846 and shameless Hypocrisie in you, yet ye are no real Hypocrites ▪ and shameless Hypocrisy in you, yet you Are no real Hypocrites ▪ cc j n1 p-acp pn22, av pn22 vbr dx j n2 ▪ (21) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 308
847 But the main Use of the Point is, That as ye desire to come to the Lords Table Acceptably, But the main Use of the Point is, That as you desire to come to the lords Table Acceptably, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz, cst c-acp pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n1 av-j, (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 308
848 and in the Right Manner, so deal with God sincerely and in Truth, that is, Let your great Work ly about your Heart and Inward Parts to get some right frame and disposition put on them, whereof I spoke before; and in the Right Manner, so deal with God sincerely and in Truth, that is, Let your great Work lie about your Heart and Inward Parts to get Some right frame and disposition put on them, whereof I spoke before; cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, av vvb p-acp np1 av-j cc p-acp n1, cst vbz, vvb po22 j n1 vvi p-acp po22 n1 cc j n2 pc-acp vvi d j-jn n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno32, c-crq pns11 vvd a-acp; (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 308
849 Only an humble, hungring frame, thirsting after Communion and Fellowship with him, is a good frame at such a time. Only an humble, hungering frame, thirsting After Communion and Fellowship with him, is a good frame At such a time. av-j dt j, j-vvg n1, vvg p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, vbz dt j n1 p-acp d dt n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 308
850 Again let your coming flow from Spiritual Motives, and level at Right and Approven Ends; Again let your coming flow from Spiritual Motives, and level At Right and Approven Ends; av vvb po22 n-vvg n1 p-acp j n2, cc vvi p-acp n-jn cc vvi n2; (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 308
851 But especially deal Sincerely and in Tr•th with God, by labouring to be That indeed, which by your Act of coming to the Communion ye give your selves out for. But especially deal Sincerely and in Tr•th with God, by labouring to be That indeed, which by your Act of coming to the Communion you give your selves out for. cc-acp av-j vvi av-j cc p-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg pc-acp vbi cst av, r-crq p-acp po22 n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvb po22 n2 av p-acp. (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 308
852 Now ye give your selves out for many things. 1. Your Coming saith, That ye have need of Christ, and must be at him; Now you give your selves out for many things. 1. Your Coming Says, That you have need of christ, and must be At him; av pn22 vvb po22 n2 av p-acp d n2. crd po22 vvg vvz, cst pn22 vhb n1 pp-f np1, cc vmb vbi p-acp pno31; (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 308
853 And therefore deal sincerely and in Truth with Christ, in searching out and being affected with the need ye have of Him. 2. Your Coming to the Lords Table speaks that ye are weary of your old Masters, And Therefore deal sincerely and in Truth with christ, in searching out and being affected with the need you have of Him. 2. Your Coming to the lords Table speaks that you Are weary of your old Masters, cc av vvb av-j cc p-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg av cc vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pn22 vhb pp-f pno31. crd po22 vvg p-acp dt n2 n1 vvz cst pn22 vbr j pp-f po22 j n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
854 and have a real mind to change them; and have a real mind to change them; cc vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32; (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
855 Now I beseech you deal sincerely and in Truth with God, and see it be so that ye are really weary of your old Lusts which formerly enslaved you; Now I beseech you deal sincerely and in Truth with God, and see it be so that you Are really weary of your old Lustiest which formerly enslaved you; av pns11 vvb pn22 vvb av-j cc p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc vvb pn31 vbi av cst pn22 vbr av-j j pp-f po22 j n2 r-crq av-j vvd pn22; (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
856 And that ye have a mind indeed to quite them. 3. Ye do hereby give out that you have a mind to take God for your Master, to enrol your self in the List of His Soldiers to fight against the Devil, the World, your own Flesh, And that you have a mind indeed to quite them. 3. You do hereby give out that you have a mind to take God for your Master, to enrol your self in the List of His Soldiers to fight against the devil, the World, your own Flesh, cc cst pn22 vhb dt n1 av pc-acp vvi pno32. crd pn22 vdb av vvi av cst pn22 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po22 n1, pc-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1, po22 d n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
857 and every thing which is an Enemy with Him; Deal in Truth and dissemble not with God in this: and every thing which is an Enemy with Him; Deal in Truth and dissemble not with God in this: cc d n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp pno31; vvb p-acp n1 cc vvb xx p-acp np1 p-acp d: (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
858 See ye come not to give God a Day, with a secret purpose to give the Devil an Year. 4. Ye do hereby give out, that you mind to close with Christ on His own Terms; See you come not to give God a Day, with a secret purpose to give the devil an Year. 4. You do hereby give out, that you mind to close with christ on His own Terms; vvb pn22 vvb xx pc-acp vvi np1 dt n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt n1. crd pn22 vdb av vvi av, cst pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po31 d n2; (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
859 See ye deal sincerely with Him in this also; See you deal sincerely with Him in this also; vvb pn22 vvb av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp d av; (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
860 And for this end, Ponder well and think on the Terms before hand, for if ye close a Bargain with Him on his own terms, And for this end, Ponder well and think on the Terms before hand, for if you close a Bargain with Him on his own terms, cc p-acp d n1, vvb av cc vvi p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, c-acp cs pn22 vvb dt n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 d n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
861 and so deal sincerely and in Truth with him; and so deal sincerely and in Truth with him; cc av vvb av-j cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
862 Ye must first take him Freely, For Come and buy (saith he) without money and without price. You must First take him Freely, For Come and buy (Says he) without money and without price. pn22 vmb ord vvi pno31 av-j, c-acp vvb cc vvi (vvz pns31) p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
863 Isai 55. 1. And therefore ye must not keep back from Him, or come heartlesly to Him, Isaiah 55. 1. And Therefore you must not keep back from Him, or come heartlessly to Him, np1 crd crd cc av pn22 vmb xx vvi av p-acp pno31, cc vvb av-j p-acp pno31, (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
864 because ye find no worth in your selves for which ye should be beloved by Him: Because you find no worth in your selves for which you should be Beloved by Him: c-acp pn22 vvb dx n1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp r-crq pn22 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31: (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
865 If ye do so, ye deal not Sincerely and in Truth with Him. 2. If ye take Him on his own Terms, If you do so, you deal not Sincerely and in Truth with Him. 2. If you take Him on his own Terms, cs pn22 vdb av, pn22 vvb xx av-j cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. crd cs pn22 vvb pno31 p-acp po31 d n2, (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
866 and so deal Sincerely with Him, ye must take him wholly, not only as a Priest to save you, and so deal Sincerely with Him, you must take him wholly, not only as a Priest to save you, cc av vvb av-j p-acp pno31, pn22 vmb vvi pno31 av-jn, xx av-j c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
867 but as a King to Rule in you: but as a King to Rule in you: cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22: (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 309
868 If ye mind to make no other use of Christ but to get your by-past Sins pardoned by Him, that ye may take on a new Score in time to come, ye deal not Sincerely and in Truth with Him; If you mind to make no other use of christ but to get your bypast Sins pardoned by Him, that you may take on a new Score in time to come, you deal not Sincerely and in Truth with Him; cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi dx j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pc-acp vvi po22 j n2 vvn p-acp pno31, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, pn22 vvb xx av-j cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 310
869 ye pretend to take Him on His own Terms, and that is to take Him wholly; you pretend to take Him on His own Terms, and that is to take Him wholly; pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 d n2, cc d vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 av-jn; (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 310
870 And yet ye will not take Him as a King to Rule over you. 3. Ye must take him with all the hazard that may follow upon your taking of Him, ye must take him with a resolution to •leave to him, through Well and through Woe, aswell when the World frowns upon him, And yet you will not take Him as a King to Rule over you. 3. You must take him with all the hazard that may follow upon your taking of Him, you must take him with a resolution to •leave to him, through Well and through Woe, aswell when the World frowns upon him, cc av pn22 vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22. crd pn22 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp d dt n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp po22 n-vvg pp-f pno31, pn22 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp av cc p-acp n1, av c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31, (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 310
871 as when it smiles, otherwise ye deal not Sincerely with him: For these are his own terms whereon ye pretend to close with him; as when it smiles, otherwise you deal not Sincerely with him: For these Are his own terms whereon you pretend to close with him; c-acp c-crq pn31 vvz, av pn22 vvb xx av-j p-acp pno31: c-acp d vbr po31 d n2 c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 310
872 If any man (saith he) will be my Disciple, les him deny himself, take up his Cross and follow me. If any man (Says he) will be my Disciple, les him deny himself, take up his Cross and follow me. cs d n1 (vvz pns31) vmb vbi po11 n1, fw-fr pno31 vvi px31, vvb a-acp po31 n1 cc vvb pno11. (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 310
873 And lastly, Ye must take him Irrevocably, for it is an everlasting Covenant: And lastly, You must take him Irrevocably, for it is an everlasting Covenant: cc ord, pn22 vmb vvi pno31 av-j, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1: (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 310
874 So that if the next day when the sensible Fruits of a Communion do not answer your expectation, ye loose your grip and quite the Bargain, ye do not deal Sincerely and in Truth with Him. So that if the next day when the sensible Fruits of a Communion do not answer your expectation, you lose your grip and quite the Bargain, you do not deal Sincerely and in Truth with Him. av cst cs dt ord n1 c-crq dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb xx vvi po22 n1, pn22 vvb po22 vvi cc vvi dt n1, pn22 vdb xx vvi av-j cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (21) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 310
875 I shall shut up all I have said, by giving some motives for making you deal thus Sincerely and in Truth with him. I shall shut up all I have said, by giving Some motives for making you deal thus Sincerely and in Truth with him. pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d pns11 vhb vvn, p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp vvg pn22 vvb av av-j cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 310
876 Know 1. He is dealing Sincerely and in Truth with you; Know 1. He is dealing Sincerely and in Truth with you; vvb crd pns31 vbz vvg av-j cc p-acp n1 p-acp pn22; (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 310
877 He minds indeed to close a a most blessed Bargain with you, and with all of you who mind to take him at his Word, and to give him Credit; He minds indeed to close a a most blessed Bargain with you, and with all of you who mind to take him At his Word, and to give him Credit; pns31 vvz av pc-acp vvi dt dt av-ds j-vvn n1 p-acp pn22, cc p-acp d pp-f pn22 r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi; (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 310
878 And if ye will but credit him, ye shall find from experience ere long that he hath been sincere, real, and in earnest with you: And if you will but credit him, you shall find from experience ere long that he hath been sincere, real, and in earnest with you: cc cs pn22 vmb cc-acp vvi pno31, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1 c-acp av-j cst pns31 vhz vbn j, j, cc p-acp j p-acp pn22: (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 310
879 And to the end ye may trust him, He gives the most speaking evidences of His Real sincerity towards you which can be given: And to the end you may trust him, He gives the most speaking evidences of His Real sincerity towards you which can be given: cc p-acp dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi pno31, pns31 vvz dt av-ds j-vvg n2 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp pn22 r-crq vmb vbi vvn: (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 310
880 Before ye take a tryal of him, ye have His Word for it, His Writ for it, His Oath for it, Before you take a trial of him, you have His Word for it, His Writ for it, His Oath for it, c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f pno31, pn22 vhb po31 n1 p-acp pn31, po31 vvn c-acp pn31, po31 n1 p-acp pn31, (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 311
881 and ye shall have His Seal and Pledge of it ▪ Even, that He shall be all that to you which He gives himself out for: and you shall have His Seal and Pledge of it ▪ Even, that He shall be all that to you which He gives himself out for: cc pn22 vmb vhi po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 ▪ av, cst pns31 vmb vbi d cst p-acp pn22 r-crq pns31 vvz px31 av p-acp: (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 311
882 so that I may well say, The Lord is dealing Sincerely and in Truth with You, so that I may well say, The Lord is dealing Sincerely and in Truth with You, av cst pns11 vmb av vvi, dt n1 vbz vvg av-j cc p-acp n1 p-acp pn22, (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 311
883 and therefore do ye so with Him. 2. Your dealing thus Sincerely and in Truth with Him, (as I shew'd before) will make him overlook your many other Failings, which otherwise he will take notice of, and Therefore do you so with Him. 2. Your dealing thus Sincerely and in Truth with Him, (as I showed before) will make him overlook your many other Failings, which otherwise he will take notice of, cc av vdb pn22 av p-acp pno31. crd po22 n-vvg av av-j cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) vmb vvi pno31 vvi po22 d j-jn n2-vvg, r-crq av pns31 vmb vvi n1 pp-f, (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 311
884 and reckon on your Account. 3. If ye deal not Sincerely and in Truth with Him now, it is a venture when, and reckon on your Account. 3. If you deal not Sincerely and in Truth with Him now, it is a venture when, cc vvi p-acp po22 vvb. crd cs pn22 vvb xx av-j cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 av, pn31 vbz dt n1 c-crq, (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 311
885 or if ever again ye get such another occasion to do that which ye now leave undone. or if ever again you get such Another occasion to do that which you now leave undone. cc cs av av pn22 vvb d j-jn n1 pc-acp vdi d r-crq pn22 av vvb vvn. (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 311
886 Many of us have often at such times dealt deceitfully with God, our Hearts have not been straight before Him: Many of us have often At such times dealt deceitfully with God, our Hearts have not been straight before Him: av-d pp-f pno12 vhb av p-acp d n2 vvd av-j p-acp np1, po12 n2 vhb xx vbn av p-acp pno31: (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 311
887 And yet for all this, he gives us a New Offer, That notwithstanding all that is come or gone, He shall be our God, and we his People; And yet for all this, he gives us a New Offer, That notwithstanding all that is come or gone, He shall be our God, and we his People; cc av p-acp d d, pns31 vvz pno12 dt j n1, cst p-acp d cst vbz vvn cc vvn, pns31 vmb vbi po12 n1, cc pns12 po31 n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 311
888 And if ye close with this Offer in Truth, and on his Own Terms, ye shall find him to be forth-coming according to his Offer; And if you close with this Offer in Truth, and on his Own Terms, you shall find him to be forthcoming according to his Offer; cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp po31 d n2, pn22 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi j vvg p-acp po31 n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 311
889 But if ye shall slight him, and deal deceitfully with him, seeming to close a Bargain with him when really ye do it not, It is a venture (I say it over again) if ever ye get such another Offer. But if you shall slight him, and deal deceitfully with him, seeming to close a Bargain with him when really you do it not, It is a venture (I say it over again) if ever you get such Another Offer. cc-acp cs pn22 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno31, vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31 c-crq av-j pn22 vdb pn31 xx, pn31 vbz dt n1 (pns11 vvb pn31 a-acp av) cs av pn22 vvb d j-jn n1. (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 311
890 The shaddows of the Evening, in respect of the bright Sun-shine of Pure Ordinances we have hitherto enjoy'd, seem to be stretched out upon the Land, The shadows of the Evening, in respect of the bright Sunshine of Pure Ordinances we have hitherto enjoyed, seem to be stretched out upon the Land, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f j n2 pns12 vhb av vvn, vvb pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1, (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 311
891 and our Sun drawing towards a declining; and our Sun drawing towards a declining; cc po12 n1 vvg p-acp dt j-vvg; (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 311
892 But though that should not be, yet who is there among you can infallibly promise, That he shall ever see another Communion? yea or hear any number of Sermons after this. But though that should not be, yet who is there among you can infallibly promise, That he shall ever see Another Communion? yea or hear any number of Sermons After this. cc-acp cs cst vmd xx vbi, av q-crq vbz a-acp p-acp pn22 vmb av-j vvi, cst pns31 vmb av vvi j-jn n1? uh cc vvi d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d. (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 311
893 And therefore while it is to day hear his Voice ▪ and harden not your Hearts: And Therefore while it is to day hear his Voice ▪ and harden not your Hearts: cc av cs pn31 vbz p-acp n1 vvb po31 n1 ▪ cc vvb xx po22 n2: (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 312
894 Behold Now, this very present ( Now ) is the Acceptable time and the day of Salvation; Behold Now, this very present (Now) is the Acceptable time and the day of Salvation; vvb av, d j n1 (av) vbz dt j n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 312
895 And therefore Seek the Lord while he may be found, and Call upon him while he is near. And Therefore Seek the Lord while he may be found, and Call upon him while he is near. cc av vvb dt n1 cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvb p-acp pno31 cs pns31 vbz j. (21) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 312
896 A SERMON PREACHED AT KILWINNING, MAY 11th. 1663. Upon the Munday immediatly after the Giving of the COMMUNION. The Third SERMON. A SERMON PREACHED AT KILWINNING, MAY 11th. 1663. Upon the Munday immediately After the Giving of the COMMUNION. The Third SERMON. dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, vmb ord. crd p-acp dt np1 av-j p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1. dt ord n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 313
897 LUKE 7. 23. And blessed is he whosoever shall not be offended in Me. Beloved in the Lord, LUKE 7. 23. And blessed is he whosoever shall not be offended in Me. beloved in the Lord, np1 crd crd np1 vvn vbz pns31 r-crq vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp np1 j-vvn p-acp dt n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 313
898 THAT place 1 Cor. 1. 23. — We Preach Christ crucified unto the Jews a stumbling block, — hath had its accomplishment in all Ages, THAT place 1 Cor. 1. 23. — We Preach christ Crucified unto the jews a stumbling block, — hath had its accomplishment in all Ages, cst n1 crd np1 crd crd — pns12 vvb np1 vvd p-acp dt np2 dt j-vvg n1, — vhz vhn po31 n1 p-acp d n2, (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 313
899 and in no Age more than in this; and in no Age more than in this; cc p-acp dx n1 av-dc cs p-acp d; (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 313
900 Jesus Christ and His way of working, both with Churches and Particular Souls, hath been a stone of stumbling and rock of offence to many; jesus christ and His Way of working, both with Churches and Particular Souls, hath been a stone of stumbling and rock of offence to many; np1 np1 cc po31 n1 pp-f vvg, av-d p-acp n2 cc j-jn n2, vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f vvg cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d; (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 314
901 yea moe and moe are stumbling still, what through one occasion or other; yea more and more Are stumbling still, what through one occasion or other; uh av-dc cc dc vbr vvg av, r-crq p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn; (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 314
902 many who once did seem to run well in the way to Heaven, in the way of Truth, many who once did seem to run well in the Way to Heaven, in the Way of Truth, d r-crq a-acp vdd vvi pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 314
903 and in the way of Piety, have either already taken up, or are in hazard to take up, such an halt, and in the Way of Piety, have either already taken up, or Are in hazard to take up, such an halt, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vhb av-d av vvn a-acp, cc vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, d dt n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 314
904 as Christ may be conceived to say, to those very few who seem resolv'd to follow him through Better and Worse, as christ may be conceived to say, to those very few who seem resolved to follow him through Better and Worse, c-acp np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, p-acp d av d r-crq vvb vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp jc cc av-jc, (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 314
905 as once he said Joh. 6. 67. Vnto the twelve (when many of his Disciples went back and walked no more with him) will ye also go away? I have therefore chosen this Text to speak from, as once he said John 6. 67. Unto the twelve (when many of his Disciples went back and walked no more with him) will you also go away? I have Therefore chosen this Text to speak from, c-acp a-acp pns31 vvd np1 crd crd p-acp dt crd (c-crq d pp-f po31 n2 vvd av cc vvd dx dc p-acp pno31) vmb pn22 av vvi av? pns11 vhb av vvn d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 314
906 now immediatly after having engaged your selves to walk in Christs Way, that thereby ye may guard against that woeful common evil of Being offended in Christ, or of stumbling and taking up an halt in his Way of Truth and Piety, notwithstanding all the stumbling blocks and rocks of offence ye may meet with: now immediately After having engaged your selves to walk in Christ Way, that thereby you may guard against that woeful Common evil of Being offended in christ, or of stumbling and taking up an halt in his Way of Truth and Piety, notwithstanding all the stumbling blocks and Rocks of offence you may meet with: av av-j c-acp vhg vvn po22 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n1, cst av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d j j n-jn pp-f vbg vvn p-acp np1, cc pp-f vvg cc vvg a-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp d dt j-vvg n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp: (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 314
907 For Blessed is he (saith Christ) whosoever shall not be offended in me. For Blessed is he (Says christ) whosoever shall not be offended in me. c-acp vvn vbz pns31 (vvz np1) c-crq vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pno11. (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 314
908 The Words are a Part of Christs Answer to that Question propounded to Him by Two of John 's Disciples at John 's desire, verse 20. — Art thou he that should come, The Words Are a Part of Christ Answer to that Question propounded to Him by Two of John is Disciples At John is desire, verse 20. — Art thou he that should come, dt n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp crd pp-f np1 vbz n2 p-acp np1 vbz n1, n1 crd — vb2r pns21 pns31 cst vmd vvi, (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 314
909 or look we for another? Ye may wonder that John who knew Christ so well, should have moved such a Question: or look we for Another? You may wonder that John who knew christ so well, should have moved such a Question: cc vvb pns12 p-acp j-jn? pn22 vmb vvi cst np1 r-crq vvd np1 av av, vmd vhi vvn d dt n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 314
910 But the Answer is, First, Tho Souls know Christ never so well, they'l desire and have need to know him better, But the Answer is, First, Though Souls know christ never so well, They'll desire and have need to know him better, cc-acp dt n1 vbz, ord, cs n2 vvb np1 av-x av av, pns32|vmb vvi cc vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-jc, (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 314
911 and to get what knowledge they have of him confirmed to them, especially in the day of Trial; and to get what knowledge they have of him confirmed to them, especially in the day of Trial; cc pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pns32 vhb pp-f pno31 vvd p-acp pno32, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 314
912 For John was now in Prison ▪ And 2dly. They'l desire that others may know him also; For John was now in Prison ▪ And 2dly. They'll desire that Others may know him also; c-acp np1 vbds av p-acp n1 ▪ cc av-j. pns32|vmb vvi d ng2-jn vmb vvi pno31 av; (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 315
913 For it appeareth from what goeth before, that John propoundeth this Question for his Disciples satisfaction, For it appears from what Goes before, that John propoundeth this Question for his Disciples satisfaction, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp r-crq vvz a-acp, cst np1 vvz d n1 p-acp po31 n2 n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 315
914 and to satisfy their Doubts more than his own. and to satisfy their Doubts more than his own. cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 av-dc cs po31 d. (22) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 315
915 Christ's Answer hath two Parts ▪ 1. He bids them shew John what they saw him doing, Verse 22. — Tell Iohn (saith he) what things ye have seen and heard, Christ's Answer hath two Parts ▪ 1. He bids them show John what they saw him doing, Verse 22. — Tell John (Says he) what things you have seen and herd, npg1 n1 vhz crd n2 ▪ crd pns31 vvz pno32 vvi np1 r-crq pns32 vvd pno31 vdg, n1 crd — vvb np1 (vvz pns31) r-crq n2 pn22 vhb vvn cc vvn, (22) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 315
916 how that the blind see, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, to the poor the Gospel is preached. how that the blind see, the lame walk, the lepers Are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead Are raised, to the poor the Gospel is preached. c-crq d dt j vvi, dt j n1, dt n2 vbr vvn, dt j vvi, dt j vbr vvn, p-acp dt j dt n1 vbz vvn. (22) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 315
917 If ye ask what makes this to the Answer of the Question; If you ask what makes this to the Answer of the Question; cs pn22 vvb r-crq vvz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 315
918 I answer, It maketh much, for it shews he was doing that which Scripture foretold the Messias would do, Isai. 35. 5, 6. And therefore he behoved to be the Messias. 2. In thir words he answereth a main Objection against this Truth taken from Christ's own low condition and the practice of his Followers, which made many bear off him: I answer, It makes much, for it shows he was doing that which Scripture foretold the Messias would do, Isaiah 35. 5, 6. And Therefore he behooved to be the Messias. 2. In their words he Answers a main Objection against this Truth taken from Christ's own low condition and the practice of his Followers, which made many bear off him: pns11 vvb, pn31 vvz av-d, c-acp pn31 vvz pns31 vbds vdg d r-crq np1 vvd dt np1 vmd vdi, np1 crd crd, crd cc av pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi dt np1. crd p-acp po32 n2 pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp npg1 d j n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, r-crq vvd d n1 p-acp pno31: (22) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 315
919 For they expected a Glorious Messias, a Great earthly Monarch; For they expected a Glorious Messias, a Great earthly Monarch; c-acp pns32 vvd dt j np1, dt j j n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 315
920 And because Christ was but obscure and mean, therefore they stumbled and were offended in him: And Because christ was but Obscure and mean, Therefore they stumbled and were offended in him: cc c-acp np1 vbds p-acp j cc j, av pns32 vvd cc vbdr vvn p-acp pno31: (22) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 315
921 To this Christ answereth, — Blessed is he whosoever shall not be offended (or scandalized) in me. The word rendered here ( offended or scandaliz'd ) seems to be a Metaphor taken from Travellers, who having dashed their Foot or Leg at some stone or block in the way, do stumble or take up an halt so as they can go no further, at least advance not so quickly in the way as they did. To this christ Answers, — Blessed is he whosoever shall not be offended (or scandalized) in me. The word rendered Here (offended or scandalized) seems to be a Metaphor taken from Travellers, who having dashed their Foot or Leg At Some stone or block in the Way, do Stumble or take up an halt so as they can go no further, At least advance not so quickly in the Way as they did. p-acp d np1 vvz, — vvn vbz pns31 r-crq vmb xx vbi vvn (cc vvn) p-acp pno11. dt n1 vvd av (vvn cc vvn) vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 vvn p-acp n2, r-crq vhg vvn po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vdb vvi cc vvi a-acp dt n1 av c-acp pns32 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc, p-acp ds vvi xx av av-j p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns32 vdd. (22) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 315
922 And Secondly, while he sayes Offended in me, take this first Actively; And so the meaning is, They should not take occasion of stumbling from any thing in Christ or in His Way. And Secondly, while he Says Offended in me, take this First Actively; And so the meaning is, They should not take occasion of stumbling from any thing in christ or in His Way. cc ord, cs pns31 vvz vvn p-acp pno11, vvb d ord av-j; cc av dt n1 vbz, pns32 vmd xx vvi n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp po31 n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 315
923 2. It may be taken Passively, so as to point out the Way that we should not stumble nor take up an halt in; 2. It may be taken Passively, so as to point out the Way that we should not Stumble nor take up an halt in; crd pn31 vmb vbi vvn av-j, av c-acp pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cst pns12 vmd xx vvi ccx vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp; (22) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 316
924 For there are some wayes, to wit, Every sinful course and way, that it were good for People to stumble in, and turn their backs upon: For there Are Some ways, to wit, Every sinful course and Way, that it were good for People to Stumble in, and turn their backs upon: c-acp pc-acp vbr d n2, pc-acp vvi, d j n1 cc n1, cst pn31 vbdr j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp: (22) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 316
925 But this Way wherein we should not stumble, is Christ Himself, and the Way of Truth and Piety prescrib'd by him, Blessed is he saith Christ) who shall not be offended in me. But this Way wherein we should not Stumble, is christ Himself, and the Way of Truth and Piety prescribed by him, Blessed is he Says christ) who shall not be offended in me. cc-acp d n1 c-crq pns12 vmd xx vvi, vbz np1 px31, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno31, vvn vbz pns31 vvz np1) r-crq vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pno11. (22) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 316
926 As if he had said, Happy is that Man who taketh not occasion from Me, As if he had said, Happy is that Man who Takes not occasion from Me, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, j vbz d n1 r-crq vvz xx n1 p-acp pno11, (22) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 316
927 or any thing in My Way, to stumble or turn his back upon Me, and that course of Truth and Piety wherein I have commanded him to walk. or any thing in My Way, to Stumble or turn his back upon Me, and that course of Truth and Piety wherein I have commanded him to walk. cc d n1 p-acp po11 n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno11, cc d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi. (22) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 316
928 The Words are but One entire Proposition and Sentence, I need not therefore spend time in dividing them; The Words Are but One entire Proposition and Sentence, I need not Therefore spend time in dividing them; dt n2 vbr p-acp crd j n1 cc n1, pns11 vvb xx av vvi n1 p-acp vvg pno32; (22) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 316
929 But shall come to the Doctrines. But shall come to the Doctrines. cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt n2. (22) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 316
930 First, The Lord applyeth the general Prophesies Concerning the Messias in the Old Testament to Himself in particular; First, The Lord Applieth the general prophecies Concerning the Messias in the Old Testament to Himself in particular; ord, dt n1 vvz dt j n2 vvg dt np1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp px31 p-acp j; (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 316
931 shewing they were verified in Him; showing they were verified in Him; vvg pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31; (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 316
932 For the Words ( in me ) have in them a direct Answer to the Question propounded by John 's Disciples, For the Words (in me) have in them a Direct Answer to the Question propounded by John is Disciples, c-acp dt n2 (p-acp pno11) vhb p-acp pno32 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 vbz n2, (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 316
933 and shews the Messias was come; and shows the Messias was come; cc vvz dt np1 vbds vvn; (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 316
934 and that He is That Messias. Whence we might mark, That JESUS CHRIST the Son of Mary, who was Born in Bethlehem, brought up in Nazareth, and Crucified in Jerusalem, is that very same Messias, who was to Come and promised to the Fathers. and that He is That Messias. Whence we might mark, That JESUS CHRIST the Son of Marry, who was Born in Bethlehem, brought up in Nazareth, and crucified in Jerusalem, is that very same Messias, who was to Come and promised to the Father's. cc cst pns31 vbz cst np1. c-crq pns12 vmd vvi, cst np1 np1 dt n1 pp-f uh, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1, vvd a-acp p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp np1, vbz cst av d np1, r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi cc vvn p-acp dt n2. (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 316
935 We might observe 2ly, That before He gave this Answer that He was the promised Messias whom they were to follow, We might observe 2ly, That before He gave this Answer that He was the promised Messias whom they were to follow, pns12 vmd vvi av-j, cst a-acp pns31 vvd d n1 cst pns31 vbds dt j-vvn np1 r-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi, (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 316
936 and not to stumble at, He doth first prove by Scripture that it was so, and not to Stumble At, He does First prove by Scripture that it was so, cc xx pc-acp vvi p-acp, pns31 vdz ord vvi p-acp n1 cst pn31 vbds av, (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 316
937 while he hids John 's Disciples tell their Master, he was doing such miraculous Works as the Scriptures did foreshew none but Christ should do. while he hids John is Disciples tell their Master, he was doing such miraculous Works as the Scriptures did foreshow none but christ should do. cs pns31 n2 np1 vbz n2 vvb po32 n1, pns31 vbds vdg d j vvz p-acp dt n2 vdd vvb pix cc-acp np1 vmd vdi. (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 317
938 Whence we might learn, That all Questions and Debates about Religion should be determined from Scripture, Whence we might Learn, That all Questions and Debates about Religion should be determined from Scripture, c-crq pns12 vmd vvi, cst d n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 317
939 and according to the Rule set down in Scripture: and according to the Rule Set down in Scripture: cc vvg p-acp dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 317
940 For here when a Question ariseth among John 's Disciples, If JESUS the Son of Mary was the promised Messias? neither John the Baptist (than whom there was not a Greater Prophet among these that are Born of Women ) yea nor Christ himself who was Greater than he, do take it upon them to determine in it: For Here when a Question arises among John is Disciples, If JESUS the Son of Marry was the promised Messias? neither John the Baptist (than whom there was not a Greater Prophet among these that Are Born of Women) yea nor christ himself who was Greater than he, do take it upon them to determine in it: c-acp av c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 vbz n2, cs np1 dt n1 pp-f uh vbds dt j-vvn np1? av-dx np1 dt n1 (cs ro-crq a-acp vbds xx dt jc n1 p-acp d cst vbr vvn pp-f n2) uh ccx np1 px31 r-crq vbds jc cs pns31, vdb vvi pn31 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31: (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 317
941 But John sends them to Christ, and Christ sends them to the Scripture for a Solution. But John sends them to christ, and christ sends them to the Scripture for a Solution. cc-acp np1 vvz pno32 p-acp np1, cc np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 317
942 Thus, To the law and to the testimony (saith the Lord, Isai. 8. 20.) if they do not speak according to this word, it is because there is no light in them. Thus, To the law and to the testimony (Says the Lord, Isaiah 8. 20.) if they do not speak according to this word, it is Because there is no Light in them. av, p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 (vvz dt n1, np1 crd crd) cs pns32 vdb xx vvi vvg p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32. (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 317
943 The neglect of this Rule hath been the In-let to Humane Traditions, without, and contrary to Scripture, both in Worship and Government in the Antichristian Church: The neglect of this Rule hath been the Inlet to Humane Traditions, without, and contrary to Scripture, both in Worship and Government in the Antichristian Church: dt n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vbn dt j p-acp j n2, p-acp, cc j-jn p-acp n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt jp n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 317
944 And if this Rule once be laid aside, there can be no end of Humane Ceremonies, And if this Rule once be laid aside, there can be no end of Humane Ceremonies, cc cs d n1 a-acp vbb vvn av, pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f j n2, (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 317
945 untill all that trash which is in the Roman Church be brought in upon the Church of God: until all that trash which is in the Roman Church be brought in upon the Church of God: c-acp d cst n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt njp n1 vbb vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 317
946 For if the Authority of a Man can make way for One, it may also make way for all the rest. For if the authority of a Man can make Way for One, it may also make Way for all the rest. c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp crd, pn31 vmb av vvi n1 p-acp d dt n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 317
947 But passing those, The two following Doctrines are these that I intend most to insist upon, But passing those, The two following Doctrines Are these that I intend most to insist upon, p-acp vvg d, dt crd vvg n2 vbr d cst pns11 vvb av-ds pc-acp vvi p-acp, (22) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 317
948 And both of them are implyed. 1. That there are many stumbling Blocks in Christ's way, whereat People are apt to Offend, take up an Halt and stumble. And both of them Are employed. 1. That there Are many stumbling Blocks in Christ's Way, whereat People Are apt to Offend, take up an Halt and Stumble. cc d pp-f pno32 vbr vvn. crd d a-acp vbr d j-vvg n2 p-acp npg1 n1, c-crq n1 vbr j pc-acp vvi, vvb a-acp dt n1 cc vvi. (22) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 317
949 And yet, Secondly, There is nothing of that kind which ought to make us stumble: And yet, Secondly, There is nothing of that kind which ought to make us Stumble: cc av, ord, pc-acp vbz pix pp-f d n1 r-crq vmd p-acp vvi pno12 vvi: (22) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 318
950 For if there were not some stumbling Blocks, Christ needed not so much guard against them; For if there were not Some stumbling Blocks, christ needed not so much guard against them; c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr xx d j-vvg n2, np1 vvd xx av av-d vvi p-acp pno32; (22) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 318
951 and by his guarding against them, he shews we should not stumble at them. and by his guarding against them, he shows we should not Stumble At them. cc p-acp po31 vvg p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz pns12 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno32. (22) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 318
952 I shall prosecute both these Poins joyntly. 1. By condiscending upon some of these Rocks of Offence from which the Jews at first, I shall prosecute both these Poins jointly. 1. By condescending upon Some of these Rocks of Offence from which the jews At First, pns11 vmb vvi d d np1 av-j. crd p-acp vvg p-acp d pp-f d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq dt np2 p-acp ord, (22) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 318
953 and many since, have taken occasion to stumble at Christ, to take up an Halt in his Way, and many since, have taken occasion to Stumble At christ, to take up an Halt in his Way, cc d a-acp, vhb vvn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 318
954 and to turn their backs upon it. and to turn their backs upon it. cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pn31. (22) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 318
955 And 2. By making it evident that there is no ground or reason why ye should stumble at any of them. And 2. By making it evident that there is no ground or reason why you should Stumble At any of them. cc crd p-acp vvg pn31 j cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc n1 c-crq pn22 vmd vvi p-acp d pp-f pno32. (22) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 318
956 First, The Jews stumbled at the Meanness of Christs Person. First, The jews stumbled At the Meanness of Christ Person. ord, dt np2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 318
957 They could never take him, whom they looked on as a Carpenters Son, accompanyed with a Train of poor Fisher-men, to be their long looked-for Glorious Messias. And there is a Rock like to this which many yet do break their neck upon and stumble at, to wit, the Meanness of a Ministry; They could never take him, whom they looked on as a Carpenters Son, accompanied with a Train of poor Fishermen, to be their long looked-for Glorious Messias. And there is a Rock like to this which many yet do break their neck upon and Stumble At, to wit, the Meanness of a Ministry; pns32 vmd av-x vvi pno31, ro-crq pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n2 n1, vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, pc-acp vbi po32 j j j np1. cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 av-j p-acp d r-crq d av vdb vvi po32 n1 p-acp cc vvi p-acp, p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 318
958 Their Spirits cannot digest to be reproved, contradicted, and (as they think) trampled upon, by silly Bodies: Their Spirits cannot digest to be reproved, contradicted, and (as they think) trampled upon, by silly Bodies: po32 n2 vmbx vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, vvd, cc (c-acp pns32 vvb) vvd p-acp, p-acp j n2: (22) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 318
959 And therefore, they must have Ministers; some of them at least, advanced to the highest pitch of wordly Honour; And Therefore, they must have Ministers; Some of them At least, advanced to the highest pitch of wordly Honour; cc av, pns32 vmb vhi n2; d pp-f pno32 p-acp ds, vvn p-acp dt js n1 pp-f j n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 318
960 As thinking it will be less disgrace to be controlled, reproved, and made to stand in awe by such; As thinking it will be less disgrace to be controlled, reproved, and made to stand in awe by such; c-acp vvg pn31 vmb vbi av-dc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, vvd, cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d; (22) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 318
961 which is in effect to stumble at the Way which God thinks meetest for saving Souls; which is in Effect to Stumble At the Way which God thinks meetest for Saving Souls; r-crq vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz js p-acp vvg n2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 318
962 even that his Servants may have but little of outward Worldly Dignity, whereby the Efficacy of their work on Souls may not be imputed to them but to Him, even that his Servants may have but little of outward Worldly Dignity, whereby the Efficacy of their work on Souls may not be imputed to them but to Him, av cst po31 n2 vmb vhi p-acp j pp-f j j n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp n2 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp p-acp pno31, (22) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 318
963 and usually Gods own Way comes best speed, 2 Cor. 17. Paul, speaking of the mean and afflicted Condition of Christs Ministers, saith — We have this Treasure in Earthen Vessels, that the excellency of the Power may be of God and not of us. and usually God's own Way comes best speed, 2 Cor. 17. Paul, speaking of the mean and afflicted Condition of Christ Ministers, Says — We have this Treasure in Earthen Vessels, that the excellency of the Power may be of God and not of us. cc av-j n2 d n1 vvz js n1, crd np1 crd np1, vvg pp-f dt j cc j-vvn n1 pp-f npg1 n2, vvz — pns12 vhb d n1 p-acp j n2, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi pp-f np1 cc xx pp-f pno12. (22) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 319
964 2. The Jews stumbled at Christs Doctrine: 2. The jews stumbled At Christ Doctrine: crd dt np2 vvn p-acp npg1 n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 319
965 The Doctrine of Justification by Faith laying hold on Christs Righteousness, Rom: 10. 3. They could not submit themselves unto the Righteousness of God. The Doctrine of Justification by Faith laying hold on Christ Righteousness, Rom: 10. 3. They could not submit themselves unto the Righteousness of God. dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 vvg n1 p-acp npg1 n1, np1: crd crd pns32 vmd xx vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 319
966 And his condemning of the very first Motions of the Heart to Sin; And his condemning of the very First Motions of the Heart to since; cc po31 vvg pp-f dt av ord n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 319
967 as appears by Christs vindicating the Law from the corrupt Glosses of the Scribes and Pharisees, Matth. 5. 18. &c. Thus the Doctrine of Christ, especially the strictness of it, as appears by Christ vindicating the Law from the corrupt Glosses of the Scribes and Pharisees, Matthew 5. 18. etc. Thus the Doctrine of christ, especially the strictness of it, c-acp vvz p-acp npg1 vvg dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 cc np2, np1 crd crd av av dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j dt n1 pp-f pn31, (22) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 319
968 and that acuracy of Holiness enjoyned by it, is a stumbling Block unto many yet: and that accuracy of Holiness enjoined by it, is a stumbling Block unto many yet: cc d n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pn31, vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d av: (22) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 319
969 How many are they who would willingly embrace Christ's Doctrine, so as to profess themselves Christians; How many Are they who would willingly embrace Christ's Doctrine, so as to profess themselves Christians; c-crq d vbr pns32 r-crq vmd av-j vvi npg1 n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi px32 njpg2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 319
970 But to be so strick laced in your practice as that ye must dye to the World, deny your selves, pluck out the Right Eye, cut off the Right Hand, But to be so strick laced in your practice as that you must die to the World, deny your selves, pluck out the Right Eye, Cut off the Right Hand, cc-acp pc-acp vbi av vvb vvn p-acp po22 n1 p-acp cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, vvb po22 n2, vvb av dt j-jn n1, vvb a-acp dt j-jn n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 319
971 and so as ye dare not lye, no not for gain, nor Drink to Excess with your Commerads; and so as you Dare not lie, no not for gain, nor Drink to Excess with your Commerads; cc av c-acp pn22 vvb xx vvi, uh-dx xx p-acp n1, ccx vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po22 n2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 319
972 nor Curse and Damn your selves, no not when ye are in •assion; no, nor avenge your selves with your own hand when ye have gotten a wrong; nor Curse and Damn your selves, no not when you Are in •assion; no, nor avenge your selves with your own hand when you have got a wrong; ccx n1 cc vvb po22 n2, uh-dx xx c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp n1; uh-dx, ccx vvi po22 n2 p-acp po22 d n1 c-crq pn22 vhb vvn dt n-jn; (22) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 319
973 This they think sounds harsh, and must either have Liberty in things of that kind, otherwise they'l altogether quite It. This they think sounds harsh, and must either have Liberty in things of that kind, otherwise They'll altogether quite It. d pns32 vvb n2 j, cc vmb av-d vhb n1 p-acp n2 pp-f d n1, av pns32|vmb av vvi np1 (22) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 319
974 3. The Jews did stumble at the simplicity of the Gospel and Gospel Ordinances: 3. The jews did Stumble At the simplicity of the Gospel and Gospel Ordinances: crd dt np2 vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 n2: (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 319
975 They could not endure the laying aside of the Levitical Ceremonies, which made the Worship of God somewhat glorious to the Carnal Eye, They could not endure the laying aside of the Levitical Ceremonies, which made the Worship of God somewhat glorious to the Carnal Eye, pns32 vmd xx vvi dt vvg av pp-f dt j n2, r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 av j p-acp dt j n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 319
976 and therefore was that way of Religion called, Gal: 4. 2. 3. The Rudiments of the World, and Pedagogy of the Law fitted for the Church while she was in her Infancy; and Therefore was that Way of Religion called, Gall: 4. 2. 3. The Rudiments of the World, and Pedagogy of the Law fitted for the Church while she was in her Infancy; cc av vbds d n1 pp-f n1 vvn, n1: crd crd crd dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 cs pns31 vbds p-acp po31 n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 320
977 as Rudiments and Pedagogues are for Babes and Children; as Rudiments and Pedagogues Are for Babes and Children; c-acp n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp n2 cc n2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 320
978 Now that the Jew 's did stumble at the Way of Christ because of it's simplicity, Now that the Jew is did Stumble At the Way of christ Because of it's simplicity, av cst dt np1 vbz vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp a-acp pn31|vbz n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 320
979 and because of the laying aside that outward dress of Mosaical Ceremonies. Is clear from the many Disputes which Paul hath throughout his Epistles to that purpose. and Because of the laying aside that outward dress of Mosaical Ceremonies. Is clear from the many Disputes which Paul hath throughout his Epistles to that purpose. cc c-acp pp-f dt n-vvg av cst j n1 pp-f j n2. vbz j p-acp dt d vvz r-crq np1 vhz p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 320
980 And this hath been frequently a ground of Offence and stumbling to many since, who could not, And this hath been frequently a ground of Offence and stumbling to many since, who could not, cc d vhz vbn av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg p-acp d a-acp, r-crq vmd xx, (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 320
981 or cannot think but God is better pleased with his Worship, when its decked up with a number of Humane Ceremonies, that may breed (as they think) Humility and Devotion in the Worshipers, or cannot think but God is better pleased with his Worship, when its decked up with a number of Humane Ceremonies, that may breed (as they think) Humility and Devotion in the Worshippers, cc vmbx vvi p-acp np1 vbz jc vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cst vmb vvi (c-acp pns32 vvb) n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2, (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 320
982 than when its gone about in that plain simple way wherein Our Lord Jesus Christ hath enjoyned it. than when its gone about in that plain simple Way wherein Our Lord jesus christ hath enjoined it. cs c-crq pn31|vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d j j n1 c-crq po12 n1 np1 np1 vhz vvn pn31. (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 320
983 But this were to make People wiser than God; But this were to make People Wiser than God; p-acp d vbdr pc-acp vvi n1 jc cs np1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 320
984 For if he had thought such things needful, or that they would prove acceptable to him, could he not easily have commanded them; For if he had Thought such things needful, or that they would prove acceptable to him, could he not Easily have commanded them; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn d n2 j, cc cst pns32 vmd vvi j p-acp pno31, vmd pns31 xx av-j vhi vvn pno32; (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 320
985 But now he hath not only not commanded, but also forbidden any thing of that kind, Col: 2, 20. Wherefore if ye be dead with Christ from the Rudiments of the World• why, But now he hath not only not commanded, but also forbidden any thing of that kind, Col: 2, 20. Wherefore if you be dead with christ from the Rudiments of the World• why, cc-acp av pns31 vhz xx j xx vvn, cc-acp av vvn d n1 pp-f d n1, fw-fr: crd, crd q-crq cs pn22 vbb j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1 q-crq, (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 320
986 as though living in the World, are ye subject to Ordinances. Touch not, Taste not, Handle not; as though living in the World, Are you Subject to Ordinances. Touch not, Taste not, Handle not; c-acp cs vvg p-acp dt n1, vbr pn22 j-jn p-acp n2. n1 xx, vvb xx, vvb xx; (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 320
987 which all are to perish with the using after the Commandments and Doctrines of Men? Evidently teaching that the Lord did not abrogate His own Ceremonies under the Old Testament, that men might appoint Theirs under the New. And as to that which is suggested, That Humane Ceremonies added to Worship are a means to quicken Devotion, which all Are to perish with the using After the commandments and Doctrines of Men? Evidently teaching that the Lord did not abrogate His own Ceremonies under the Old Testament, that men might appoint Theirs under the New. And as to that which is suggested, That Humane Ceremonies added to Worship Are a means to quicken Devotion, r-crq d vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2? av-j vvg cst dt n1 vdd xx vvi po31 d n2 p-acp dt j n1, cst n2 vmd vvi png32 p-acp dt np1 cc c-acp p-acp cst r-crq vbz vvn, cst j n2 vvn p-acp n1 vbr dt n2 pc-acp vvi n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 321
988 as the Papists affirm of their Images and Relicts; as the Papists affirm of their Images and Relicts; c-acp dt njp2 vvb pp-f po32 n2 cc n2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 321
989 The Apostle tells us in the following 23 verse, Which things have indeed a shew of Wisdom in Will-worship and Humility — They seem to be such, but really are not: The Apostle tells us in the following 23 verse, Which things have indeed a show of Wisdom in Will-worship and Humility — They seem to be such, but really Are not: dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt vvg crd n1, r-crq n2 vhb av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 — pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi d, cc-acp av-j vbr xx: (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 321
990 It's but A shew of Wisdom, Devotion and Humility which is wrought by any Mean of man's Invention. It's but A show of Wisdom, Devotion and Humility which is wrought by any Mean of Man's Invention. pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d j pp-f ng1 n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 321
991 4. Men are ready to stumble at Christ and his Way, because of the sinful Infirmities of Instruments and Ministers: 4. Men Are ready to Stumble At christ and his Way, Because of the sinful Infirmities of Instruments and Ministers: crd n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, c-acp pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2: (22) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 321
992 Let them, say they, mend their own Faults, and we will mend ours; Let them, say they, mend their own Faults, and we will mend ours; vvb pno32, vvb pns32, vvb po32 d n2, cc pns12 vmb vvi png12; (22) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 321
993 but as long as Ministers, the best among them, have their own Faults, some Pride, some Avarice, some Worse, Let them reprove our Faults as they please, we will hold on and be doing; but as long as Ministers, the best among them, have their own Faults, Some Pride, Some Avarice, Some Worse, Let them reprove our Faults as they please, we will hold on and be doing; p-acp c-acp av-j c-acp n2, dt js p-acp pno32, vhb po32 d n2, d n1, d n1, d av-jc, vvb pno32 vvi po12 n2 c-acp pns32 vvb, pns12 vmb vvi a-acp cc vbi vdg; (22) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 321
994 For if Sin were as ill as they say it is, would not they themselves be more afraid of it: For if since were as ill as they say it is, would not they themselves be more afraid of it: c-acp cs n1 vbdr a-acp j-jn c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 vbz, vmd xx pns32 px32 vbi av-dc j pp-f pn31: (22) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 321
995 But herein ye must know that ye stumble at the Wisdom of God: But herein you must know that you Stumble At the Wisdom of God: cc-acp av pn22 vmb vvi cst pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 321
996 For as ye heard from 2 Cor: 4. 7. We have this Treasure in Earthen Vessels, that the excellency of the Power may be of God, and not of us. For as you herd from 2 Cor: 4. 7. We have this Treasure in Earthen Vessels, that the excellency of the Power may be of God, and not of us. c-acp c-acp pn22 vvd p-acp crd fw-la: crd crd pns12 vhb d n1 p-acp j n2, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi pp-f np1, cc xx pp-f pno12. (22) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 321
997 He might have Preached to you by sinless Angels; He might have Preached to you by sinless Angels; pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp j n2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 321
998 But this makes more for the Glory of God, when he makes use of Men puzled with a Body of Death like your selves, But this makes more for the Glory of God, when he makes use of Men puzzled with a Body of Death like your selves, cc-acp d vvz av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvz n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j po22 n2, (22) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 321
999 as an Hammer in his Hand to beat down the Body of Death in others; For we must say in this Case, no Thanks to the Preacher, but unto God. as an Hammer in his Hand to beatrice down the Body of Death in Others; For we must say in this Case, no Thanks to the Preacher, but unto God. c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn; c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, dx n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp np1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 321
1000 5. Men are ready to stumble at the Scandalous Out-breakings of others: 5. Men Are ready to Stumble At the Scandalous Outbreakings of Others: crd n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2-jn: (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 321
1001 Especially of those whom Christ hath employed as Instruments for promoting his Kingdom in Peoples Hearts; Especially of those whom christ hath employed as Instruments for promoting his Kingdom in Peoples Hearts; av-j pp-f d r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp n2 p-acp j-vvg po31 n1 p-acp ng1 n2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 321
1002 No doubt this made many stumble at Christ and his way, That Judas one of his Own Company for Covetousness did sell his Master, and hang'd himself afterwards. No doubt this made many Stumble At christ and his Way, That Judas one of his Own Company for Covetousness did fell his Master, and hanged himself afterwards. dx n1 d vvd d vvb p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, cst np1 crd pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp n1 vdd vvi po31 n1, cc vvn px31 av. (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1003 And indeed such Scandalous slips in those do prove dreadful Stumbling-blocks, First, To Profane men, who have no Love to Religion, And indeed such Scandalous slips in those do prove dreadful Stumbling-blocks, First, To Profane men, who have no Love to Religion, cc av d j n2 p-acp d vdb vvi j n2, ord, p-acp j n2, r-crq vhb dx n1 p-acp n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1004 but lie at a catch to lay hold on any thing whereby they may throw dirt upon it, but lie At a catch to lay hold on any thing whereby they may throw dirt upon it, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1 c-crq pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pn31, (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1005 and here they get the very thing they wish: and Here they get the very thing they wish: cc av pns32 vvb dt j n1 pns32 vvb: (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1006 Hence (saith Christ) Woe to the World because of Offences, They think themselves Happy because of Offences, Hence (Says christ) Woe to the World Because of Offences, They think themselves Happy Because of Offences, av (vvz np1) n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pp-f n2, pns32 vvb px32 j c-acp pp-f n2, (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1007 For they have got that which makes Religion hateful: For they have god that which makes Religion hateful: c-acp pns32 vhb vvn d r-crq vvz n1 j: (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1008 But our Lord saith, Woe be to them because of Offences, For they prove stumbling-blocks and break-necks to them. But our Lord Says, Woe be to them Because of Offences, For they prove stumbling-blocks and break-necks to them. cc-acp po12 n1 vvz, n1 vbb p-acp pno32 c-acp pp-f n2, c-acp pns32 vvb n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32. (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1009 Again they prove dreadful stumbling blocks to Godly weak ones, whose face is thereby covered with shame, Again they prove dreadful stumbling blocks to Godly weak ones, whose face is thereby covered with shame, av pns32 vvb j j-vvg n2 p-acp j j pi2, r-crq n1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1010 so as they have not the courage to go on in Christs Way, and set their Face against the storm of reproach, so as they have not the courage to go on in Christ Way, and Set their Face against the storm of reproach, av c-acp pns32 vhb xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp npg1 n1, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1011 and disgrace, which is raised up with such like work: and disgrace, which is raised up with such like work: cc n1, r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d j n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1012 But notwithstanding, know there is no reason to stumble at Christ or his Way for any thing of that kind: But notwithstanding, know there is no reason to Stumble At christ or his Way for any thing of that kind: cc-acp a-acp, vvb a-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f d n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1013 Because 1. He approveth no such Scandalous outbreakings; His Word condemns them in all, and in none more than in his Followers: Because 1. He approveth no such Scandalous outbreakings; His Word condemns them in all, and in none more than in his Followers: c-acp crd pns31 vvz dx d j n2; po31 n1 vvz pno32 p-acp d, cc p-acp pix av-dc cs p-acp po31 n2: (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1014 Because David by his fall made the Enemies of God to transgress, therefore the sword never departed from his House. 2. He permits such Offences to be, Because David by his fallen made the Enemies of God to transgress, Therefore the sword never departed from his House. 2. He permits such Offences to be, c-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvd dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, av dt n1 av-x vvd p-acp po31 n1. crd pns31 vvz d n2 pc-acp vbi, (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1015 for holy wise and just Reasons, or that wicked men may thereby get occasion, to vent that inward Spite they still carried against Religion and Godliness; for holy wise and just Reasons, or that wicked men may thereby get occasion, to vent that inward Spite they still carried against Religion and Godliness; c-acp j n1 cc j n2, cc cst j n2 vmb av vvi n1, pc-acp vvi d j n1 pns32 av vvd p-acp n1 cc n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1016 and so in Gods holy justice be permitted to break their necks upon them. and so in God's holy Justice be permitted to break their necks upon them. cc av p-acp ng1 j n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32. (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 322
1017 And 3. That all (even the best) may see therein their own weakness before a tentation, And 3. That all (even the best) may see therein their own weakness before a tentation, cc crd cst d (av dt js) vmb vvi av po32 d n1 p-acp dt n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 323
1018 and what unspeakable obligations they are under to God, That they are not made examples of humane frailty unto others, as others are to them. and what unspeakable obligations they Are under to God, That they Are not made Examples of humane frailty unto Others, as Others Are to them. cc r-crq j n2 pns32 vbr p-acp p-acp np1, cst pns32 vbr xx vvn n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp n2-jn, c-acp n2-jn vbr p-acp pno32. (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 323
1019 And 4ly That all may learn not to have the Persons of men in admiration, to love Truth and cleave unto it, not for the Piety of men who owne it, And 4ly That all may Learn not to have the Persons of men in admiration, to love Truth and cleave unto it, not for the Piety of men who own it, cc av-j cst d vmb vvi xx pc-acp vhi dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vvd pn31, (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 323
1020 but from that worth that is in Truth it self: but from that worth that is in Truth it self: cc-acp p-acp d n1 cst vbz p-acp n1 pn31 n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 323
1021 So as that tho the very Ministers themselves who Preach it should run away from it, So as that though the very Ministers themselves who Preach it should run away from it, av c-acp cst cs dt j n2 px32 r-crq vvb pn31 vmd vvi av p-acp pn31, (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 323
1022 or by their Scandalous outbreakings thro durt upon it, Yet ye may still adhere to it: or by their Scandalous outbreakings through dirt upon it, Yet you may still adhere to it: cc p-acp po32 j n2 a-acp n1 p-acp pn31, av pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp pn31: (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 323
1023 In which case, that whereon others stumble and break their neck, should make you advance the faster in your way, In which case, that whereon Others Stumble and break their neck, should make you advance the faster in your Way, p-acp r-crq n1, cst c-crq n2-jn vvb cc vvi po32 n1, vmd vvi pn22 vvb dt jc p-acp po22 n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 323
1024 and God should bring you meat out of the eater. A 6th thing that proves a stumbling block unto many is, Diversity of Opinions: and God should bring you meat out of the eater. A 6th thing that Proves a stumbling block unto many is, Diversity of Opinions: cc np1 vmd vvi pn22 n1 av pp-f dt n1. dt ord n1 cst vvz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d vbz, n1 pp-f n2: (22) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 323
1025 There are so many Religions, and Opinions about Religion, they know not which to follow, let all men once agree among themselves and then thy, I'l choose, but till then they'l forbear; There Are so many Religions, and Opinions about Religion, they know not which to follow, let all men once agree among themselves and then thy, I'll choose, but till then They'll forbear; a-acp vbr av d n2, cc n2 p-acp n1, pns32 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vvi, vvb d n2 a-acp vvb p-acp px32 cc cs po21, pns11|vmb vvi, cc-acp c-acp cs pns32|vmb vvi; (22) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 323
1026 and so in effect do mock at all Religion. But neither should this be: and so in Effect do mock At all Religion. But neither should this be: cc av p-acp n1 vdb vvi p-acp d n1. p-acp dx vmd d vbi: (22) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 323
1027 For in the deep wisdom of God There must be Heresies — that they which are approved may be made manifest. 1 Cor: For in the deep Wisdom of God There must be Heresies — that they which Are approved may be made manifest. 1 Cor: c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 a-acp vmb vbi n2 — cst pns32 r-crq vbr vvn vmb vbi vvn j. crd np1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 323
1028 11. 19. Besides It lyeth not in the Devils power so to confound matters but that humble seekers of God will find out the right way, He that guids the blind in a way they know not, will lead such: 11. 19. Beside It lies not in the Devils power so to confound matters but that humble seekers of God will find out the right Way, He that guides the blind in a Way they know not, will led such: crd crd p-acp pn31 vvz xx p-acp dt ng1 n1 av pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d j n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi av dt j-jn n1, pns31 cst n2 dt j p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb xx, vmb vvi d: (22) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 323
1029 There are proud conceity People, even tho otherwise good, and there are also Careless profane People, that is, Such as look upon all Religion as Policy; There Are proud conceity People, even though otherwise good, and there Are also Careless profane People, that is, Such as look upon all Religion as Policy; a-acp vbr j n1 n1, av cs av j, cc pc-acp vbr av j j n1, cst vbz, d c-acp vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 323
1030 who are most like among such uncertainties, to lose their way. who Are most like among such uncertainties, to loose their Way. r-crq vbr av-ds av-j p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 324
1031 7. People are ready to stumble at Christ and his way, Because of the Quality of his followers; 7. People Are ready to Stumble At christ and his Way, Because of the Quality of his followers; crd n1 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 324
1032 It's the Poor receive the Gospel: It's the Poor receive the Gospel: pn31|vbz dt j vvi dt n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 324
1033 John 7. 48. Have any of the Rulers or of the Pharisees believed on him? And as Christs Followers are of the poorest sort; John 7. 48. Have any of the Rulers or of the Pharisees believed on him? And as Christ Followers Are of the Poorest sort; np1 crd crd vhb d pp-f dt n2 cc pp-f dt np2 vvd p-acp pno31? cc p-acp npg1 n2 vbr pp-f dt js n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 324
1034 So usually the Cross is their Livery Through many tribulations (saith Paul) they must enter the Kingdom of Heaven. So usually the Cross is their Livery Through many tribulations (Says Paul) they must enter the Kingdom of Heaven. av av-j dt n1 vbz po32 n1 p-acp d n2 (vvz np1) pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 324
1035 And who is Poor, sickly, tender, despised, mocked at, afflicted in body and mind, if Christs Followers be not? But there is no Reason for stumbling at Christ and his Way for this; And who is Poor, sickly, tender, despised, mocked At, afflicted in body and mind, if Christ Followers be not? But there is no Reason for stumbling At christ and his Way for this; cc r-crq vbz j, j, j, j-vvn, vvn p-acp, vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cs npg1 n2 vbb xx? p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp vvg p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp d; (22) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 324
1036 And if thou stumble at it, thou stumbles at the wisdom of God, who 1 Cor: 1. 27 — Hath chosen the foolish things of the World, to confound the wise; And if thou Stumble At it, thou stumbles At the Wisdom of God, who 1 Cor: 1. 27 — Hath chosen the foolish things of the World, to confound the wise; cc cs pns21 vvb p-acp pn31, pns21 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq crd fw-la: crd crd — vhz vvn dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt j; (22) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 324
1037 and — the weak things of the World to confound the things which are mighty; and — the weak things of the World to confound the things which Are mighty; cc — dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq vbr j; (22) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 324
1038 And base things of the World, and things which are despised, hath God chosen — And as to the Cross they get noe more of it than what is needful for them 1. Peter 1, 6 — Though for a season (if need be) ye are in heaveness — It is needful, and they find it needful; And base things of the World, and things which Are despised, hath God chosen — And as to the Cross they get no more of it than what is needful for them 1. Peter 1, 6 — Though for a season (if need be) you Are in heaveness — It is needful, and they find it needful; cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 r-crq vbr vvn, vhz np1 vvn — cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb dx dc pp-f pn31 av q-crq vbz j p-acp pno32 crd np1 vvn, crd — cs p-acp dt n1 (cs n1 vbi) pn22 vbr p-acp n1 — pn31 vbz j, cc pns32 vvb pn31 j; (22) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 324
1039 so as many times they will be made to say, they could not want one dram of it; so as many times they will be made to say, they could not want one dram of it; av c-acp d n2 pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, pns32 vmd xx vvi crd n1 pp-f pn31; (22) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 324
1040 besides that the bitter Cross makes Christ the sweeter to them, and so sweet, as to furnish them with more contentment in their Crossed condition, beside that the bitter Cross makes christ the Sweeten to them, and so sweet, as to furnish them with more contentment in their Crossed condition, p-acp d dt j n1 vvz np1 dt jc p-acp pno32, cc av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dc n1 p-acp po32 j-vvn n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 324
1041 than a King hath, who swayeth a scepter; than a King hath, who swayeth a sceptre; cs dt n1 vhz, r-crq vvz dt n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 324
1042 Psalm 4. 6. The light of Gods countenance made David Glad &c. To this add, Their Heaven is not here; Psalm 4. 6. The Light of God's countenance made David Glad etc. To this add, Their Heaven is not Here; n1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvn np1 j av p-acp d vvb, po32 n1 vbz xx av; (22) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 324
1043 and the Lord of purpose maketh earth bitter to his followers, that Heaven may be the sweeter when it cometh. and the Lord of purpose makes earth bitter to his followers, that Heaven may be the Sweeten when it comes. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1 j p-acp po31 n2, cst n1 vmb vbi dt jc c-crq pn31 vvz. (22) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 324
1044 8. Not only common Calamities from God, but bitter persecutions from men, attend the way of Godliness; 8. Not only Common Calamities from God, but bitter persecutions from men, attend the Way of Godliness; crd xx av-j j n2 p-acp np1, cc-acp j n2 p-acp n2, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1045 and these make many stumble and take up an halt. and these make many Stumble and take up an halt. cc d vvb d vvi cc vvi a-acp dt n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1046 Christ our Lord Matth. 13. 21. Speaks of a sort of men, who — when tribulation or persecution ariseth because of the word, by and by they are offended. christ our Lord Matthew 13. 21. Speaks of a sort of men, who — when tribulation or persecution arises Because of the word, by and by they Are offended. np1 po12 n1 np1 crd crd np1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, q-crq — c-crq n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp pp-f dt n1, p-acp cc a-acp pns32 vbr vvn. (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1047 And the experience of all times sheweth that many formerly forward do then faint: And the experience of all times shows that many formerly forward do then faint: cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvz cst d av-j av-j vdi av j: (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1048 Neither want they their pretended Reasons, for they are made to suffer as evil doers, often as disloyal or seditious persons, which to some, makes sufferings more terrible than any other thing. Neither want they their pretended Reasons, for they Are made to suffer as evil doers, often as disloyal or seditious Persons, which to Some, makes sufferings more terrible than any other thing. av-dx n1 pns32 po32 j-vvn n2, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi c-acp j-jn n2, av c-acp j cc j n2, r-crq p-acp d, vvz n2 av-dc j cs d j-jn n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1049 Again, they'l but faint and shame the Truth when they are put to it, and therefore think it better to quite it in time; Again, They'll but faint and shame the Truth when they Are put to it, and Therefore think it better to quite it in time; av, pns32|vmb cc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, cc av vvb pn31 jc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1050 And how can they be answerable to God, to run the hazard of losing all they have in the World, And how can they be answerable to God, to run the hazard of losing all they have in the World, cc q-crq vmb pns32 vbb j p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg d pns32 vhb p-acp dt n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1051 and to make themselves and posterity Beggars; and to make themselves and posterity Beggars; cc pc-acp vvi px32 cc n1 n2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1052 To this add, what if sufferings should run higher than goods, even to their life? They are not ready to dye, To this add, what if sufferings should run higher than goods, even to their life? They Are not ready to die, p-acp d vvb, r-crq cs n2 vmd vvi av-jc cs n2-j, av p-acp po32 n1? pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi, (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1053 and so they may lose their Souls; besides they yeild but in a little, but quit not all; and so they may loose their Souls; beside they yield but in a little, but quit not all; cc av pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2; a-acp pns32 vvi cc-acp p-acp dt j, cc-acp vvb xx d; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1054 and therefore it is not wisdom (think they) to be too peremptor, These and such like Reasons make many stumble at Persecution and a suffering Lot, and Therefore it is not Wisdom (think they) to be too peremptor, These and such like Reasons make many Stumble At Persecution and a suffering Lot, cc av pn31 vbz xx n1 (vvb pns32) pc-acp vbi av n1, d cc d j n2 vvi d vvi p-acp n1 cc dt j-vvg n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1055 when it attends God's way and those that walk in it; But there is as little cause to stumble at Christ and His Way, at this, as for the rest; when it attends God's Way and those that walk in it; But there is as little cause to Stumble At christ and His Way, At this, as for the rest; c-crq pn31 vvz npg1 n1 cc d cst vvb p-acp pn31; cc-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, p-acp d, c-acp p-acp dt n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1056 For seeing Christ our Lord and Master went to Heaven through a sea of many sad sufferings, For seeing christ our Lord and Master went to Heaven through a sea of many sad sufferings, c-acp vvg np1 po12 n1 cc n1 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1057 why should it be look'd upon as a matter unbeseeming, or a ground of stumbling, that it is with the Servants as it was with their Lord, why should it be looked upon as a matter unbeseeming, or a ground of stumbling, that it is with the Servants as it was with their Lord, q-crq vmd pn31 vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 j, cc dt n1 pp-f vvg, cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp po32 n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1058 and with the Disciples as it was with their Master: and with the Disciples as it was with their Master: cc p-acp dt n2 c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp po32 n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 325
1059 Christ strives to prevent his Disciples stumbling by the same Reason, John 15, 15. Again, a Suffering Lot hath still, christ strives to prevent his Disciples stumbling by the same Reason, John 15, 15. Again, a Suffering Lot hath still, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n2 vvg p-acp dt d n1, np1 crd, crd av, dt vvg n1 vhz av, (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 326
1060 when it followed Christ's Fellowers, made Christs Way, the Way of Truth and Piety, a gainer: when it followed Christ's Fellowers, made Christ Way, the Way of Truth and Piety, a gainer: c-crq pn31 vvd npg1 n2, vvn npg1 n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 326
1061 It hath ever proven so, as might be made appear both from Scripture and Ecclesiastick History: It hath ever proven so, as might be made appear both from Scripture and Ecclesiastic History: pn31 vhz av vvn av, c-acp vmd vbi vvn vvi d p-acp n1 cc j n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 326
1062 As it was with the Apostle Paul Phi•p. 1. 12. So hath it been, and so it will be, with all Christ's suffering Followers — I would (saith he) Ye should understand — that the things which happened unto me, have fallen out rather to the furtherance of the Gospel: As it was with the Apostle Paul Phi•p. 1. 12. So hath it been, and so it will be, with all Christ's suffering Followers — I would (Says he) You should understand — that the things which happened unto me, have fallen out rather to the furtherance of the Gospel: c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 np1 n1. crd crd np1 vhz pn31 vbn, cc av pn31 vmb vbi, p-acp d npg1 n1 n2 — pns11 vmd (vvz pns31) pn22 vmd vvi — cst dt n2 r-crq vvd p-acp pno11, vhb vvn av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 326
1063 This ever hath, is, and will be, God's none-such Way, wherein none can follow him, to make his Truth, his Work, his Church, his Interests, thrive best when they are born down most: This ever hath, is, and will be, God's nonesuch Way, wherein none can follow him, to make his Truth, his Work, his Church, his Interests, thrive best when they Are born down most: d av vhz, vbz, cc vmb vbi, npg1 j n1, c-crq pix vmb vvi pno31, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n2, vvb av-j c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp ds: (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 326
1064 As the Children of Israel Exod: 1. 12. Who — the more they were afflicted, the more they multiplied and grew and therefore to stumble at Christ's way because of Persecution, As the Children of Israel Exod: 1. 12. Who — the more they were afflicted, the more they multiplied and grew and Therefore to Stumble At Christ's Way Because of Persecution, c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1: crd crd r-crq — dt av-dc pns32 vbdr vvn, dt av-dc pns32 vvd cc vvd cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n1 c-acp pp-f n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 326
1065 and a suffering Lot which usually doth attend it, is nothing else but to break our neck upon the deep and infinite wisdome of God; and a suffering Lot which usually does attend it, is nothing Else but to break our neck upon the deep and infinite Wisdom of God; cc dt j-vvg n1 r-crq av-j vdz vvi pn31, vbz pix av cc-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f np1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 326
1066 because he takes his own Way, the surest and speediest way, to make his Church to grow; and will not take Ours. Because he Takes his own Way, the Surest and speediest Way, to make his Church to grow; and will not take Ours. c-acp pns31 vvz po31 d n1, dt js cc js n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi; cc vmb xx vvi png12. (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 326
1067 Besides all these pretexts and excuses of stumbling on this account may be easily answered: Beside all these pretexts and excuses of stumbling on this account may be Easily answered: p-acp d d n2 cc n2 pp-f vvg p-acp d n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn: (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 326
1068 For tho it hath been the lot of Gods Servants, even when they have suffered for Righteousness, to be suffering in the eye of the World as evil Doers; For though it hath been the lot of God's Servants, even when they have suffered for Righteousness, to be suffering in the eye of the World as evil Doers; c-acp cs pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, av c-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp j-jn n2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 326
1069 yet, in that case men must think it enough that they approve themselves unto God; yet, in that case men must think it enough that they approve themselves unto God; av, p-acp d n1 n2 vmb vvi pn31 d cst pns32 vvb px32 p-acp np1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 326
1070 and that there is a day coming when their integrity shall be brought forth as the Light. 1, Cor: 4 3 — with me (saith the Apostle) it is a very small thing that I should be judged of you, and that there is a day coming when their integrity shall be brought forth as the Light. 1, Cor: 4 3 — with me (Says the Apostle) it is a very small thing that I should be judged of you, cc cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg c-crq po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1. crd, fw-la: crd crd — p-acp pno11 (vvz dt n1) pn31 vbz dt av j n1 cst pns11 vmd vbi vvn pp-f pn22, (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1071 or of man's Judgment — he that judgeth me is the Lord. Again none ever suffered that for him which he did suffer for them; or of Man's Judgement — he that Judgeth me is the Lord. Again none ever suffered that for him which he did suffer for them; cc pp-f ng1 n1 — pns31 cst vvz pno11 vbz dt n1. av pi av vvn cst p-acp pno31 r-crq pns31 vdd vvi p-acp pno32; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1072 He takes nothing from men but what he hath first given unto them, neither puts he them to more than what he doth fit and strengthen them for: He Takes nothing from men but what he hath First given unto them, neither puts he them to more than what he does fit and strengthen them for: pns31 vvz pix p-acp n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz ord vvn p-acp pno32, av-dx vvz pns31 pno32 p-acp dc cs r-crq pns31 vdz vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp: (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1073 It holdeth constantly, In the mount the Lord will be seen. It holds constantly, In the mount the Lord will be seen. pn31 vvz av-j, p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vmb vbi vvn. (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1074 And 1 Pet: 4. 14. If ye be reproached for the name of Christ, happy are ye; And 1 Pet: 4. 14. If you be reproached for the name of christ, happy Are you; cc crd n1: crd crd cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, j vbr pn22; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1075 for the Spirit of Glory and of God resteth on you — And when People are put to the outmost of what can be expected, for the Spirit of Glory and of God rests on you — And when People Are put to the outmost of what can be expected, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pn22 — cc c-crq n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt j pp-f r-crq vmb vbi vvn, (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1076 even to lay down their Lives; even to lay down their Lives; av pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1077 what is it but a paying of their debt a little sooner? For once die they must: what is it but a paying of their debt a little sooner? For once die they must: q-crq vbz pn31 p-acp dt vvg pp-f po32 n1 dt j av-c? p-acp a-acp vvi pns32 vmb: (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1078 And tho they should shift the matter at that time, how quickly may God take their life from them another way; And though they should shift the matter At that time, how quickly may God take their life from them Another Way; cc cs pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq av-j vmb np1 vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno32 j-jn n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1079 possibly in a long lingering and pineing sickness, with greater torment, and a gnawing worm of Conscience besides: possibly in a long lingering and pining sickness, with greater torment, and a gnawing worm of Conscience beside: av-j p-acp dt j j-vvg cc j-vvg n1, p-acp jc n1, cc dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 a-acp: (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1080 and for any loss of goods, Lands, and inheritance, that either People themselves, or others of their Relations may sustain, by cleaving to Christ's Way in a suffering time; and for any loss of goods, Lands, and inheritance, that either People themselves, or Others of their Relations may sustain, by cleaving to Christ's Way in a suffering time; cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n2-j, n2, cc n1, cst d n1 px32, cc n2-jn pp-f po32 n2 vmb vvi, p-acp vvg p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1081 It is not to be valued to the loss of God's favour and countenance, which cannot but follow, if men do otherwise; It is not to be valued to the loss of God's favour and countenance, which cannot but follow, if men do otherwise; pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1, r-crq vmbx cc-acp vvi, cs n2 vdb av; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1082 God's peace and Favour, the light of his countenance listed up, is that Hundred fold, more than houses, brethren, sisters, Children, God's peace and Favour, the Light of his countenance listed up, is that Hundred fold, more than houses, brothers, Sisters, Children, npg1 n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvd a-acp, vbz d crd n1, av-dc cs n2, n2, n2, n2, (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1083 and Lands, which a man who suffereth the loss of all these things for Christ's sake and the Gospels, shall receive even now in this life: and Lands, which a man who suffers the loss of all these things for Christ's sake and the Gospels, shall receive even now in this life: cc n2, r-crq dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f d d n2 p-acp npg1 n1 cc dt ng1, vmb vvi av av p-acp d n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1084 As our Saviour teacheth Mark. 10. 29, 30. So besides that God hath a thousand ways to make up to men any loss of that kind: As our Saviour Teaches Mark. 10. 29, 30. So beside that God hath a thousand ways to make up to men any loss of that kind: c-acp po12 n1 vvz vvi. crd crd, crd av p-acp cst np1 vhz dt crd n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n2 d n1 pp-f d n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 327
1085 at least so far, as no man who sets his face towards Heaven, shall want a competency for carrying him there, At least so Far, as no man who sets his face towards Heaven, shall want a competency for carrying him there, p-acp ds av av-j, c-acp dx n1 r-crq vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1, vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg pno31 a-acp, (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 328
1086 and when a man's once there, he needs no more: and when a Man's once there, he needs no more: cc c-crq dt n1|vbz a-acp a-acp, pns31 vvz av-dx av-dc: (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 328
1087 Matth: 6. 33 — Seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and his righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you. Matthew: 6. 33 — Seek you First the Kingdom of God, and his righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you. av: crd crd — vvb pn22 ord dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 n1, cc d d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22. (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 328
1088 And many things may fall out that may impoverish you, in which ye will neither have that honour nor satistisfaction which attends the Christians loss for Christs sake. And many things may fallen out that may impoverish you, in which you will neither have that honour nor satistisfaction which attends the Christians loss for Christ sake. cc d n2 vmb vvi av cst vmb vvi pn22, p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb av-dx vhb d n1 ccx n1 r-crq vvz dt np1 n1 p-acp npg1 n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 328
1089 And tho ceding for a little might put a storm of trouble by; And though ceding for a little might put a storm of trouble by; cc av vvg p-acp dt j vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 328
1090 yet he that is not faithful in the little, will never be faithful in that which is more; yet he that is not faithful in the little, will never be faithful in that which is more; av pns31 cst vbz xx j p-acp dt j, vmb av-x vbi j p-acp d r-crq vbz av-dc; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 328
1091 and it is Satan's Policy at all times to draw out the cause of sufferings to small things; and it is Satan's Policy At all times to draw out the cause of sufferings to small things; cc pn31 vbz npg1 n1 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp j n2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 328
1092 As Moses 's Hoof, Mordecart 's Beck, and Daniel 's opening of his window: In which case, to wit, the case of Confession, even small things become great. As Moses is Hoof, Mordecart is Beck, and daniel is opening of his window: In which case, to wit, the case of Confessi, even small things become great. c-acp np1 vbz n1, n1 vbz n1, cc np1 vbz vvg pp-f po31 n1: p-acp r-crq n1, pc-acp vvi, dt n1 pp-f n1, av j n2 vvb j. (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 328
1093 From all which It's aboundantly clear there is no real Reason why any should stumble at Christ and his Way, From all which It's abundantly clear there is no real Reason why any should Stumble At christ and his Way, p-acp d r-crq pn31|vbz av-j j pc-acp vbz dx j n1 c-crq d vmd vvi p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 328
1094 because of Peresecution, or a suffering lot which usually doth attend it. Because of Peresecution, or a suffering lot which usually does attend it. c-acp pp-f n1, cc dt j-vvg n1 r-crq av-j vdz vvi pn31. (22) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 328
1095 But a Ninth and Last thing which makes People, ready to stumble at Christ and his Way, But a Ninth and Last thing which makes People, ready to Stumble At christ and his Way, p-acp dt ord cc ord n1 r-crq vvz n1, j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 328
1096 and not only at one piece of his way, but the whole bulk of Godliness, and not only At one piece of his Way, but the Whole bulk of Godliness, cc xx av-j p-acp crd n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 328
1097 and turn perfect Atheists, is, The temporizing temper of Ministers ▪ When, Alas so much the more is our shame! and turn perfect Atheists, is, The temporizing temper of Ministers ▪ When, Alas so much the more is our shame! cc vvb j n2, vbz, dt vvg n1 pp-f n2 ▪ q-crq, uh av av-d dt dc vbz po12 n1! (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 328
1098 it is usually observed the generality of Ministers (almost of all Countries ▪) are of that Religion and Way which is most in Credit, it is usually observed the generality of Ministers (almost of all Countries ▪) Are of that Religion and Way which is most in Credit, pn31 vbz av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f n2 (av pp-f d n2 ▪) vbr pp-f d n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz av-ds p-acp n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 328
1099 and which the sway of the Court runs most for: Thus among Papists, almost all are Papists; and which the sway of the Court runs most for: Thus among Papists, almost all Are Papists; cc r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz av-ds p-acp: av p-acp njp2, av d vbr njp2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 328
1100 In Sweden and Denmark, almost all are Lutherans: And here with Us, and in France and Holland, almost all are Calvinists: In Sweden and Denmark, almost all Are Lutherans: And Here with Us, and in France and Holland, almost all Are Calvinists: p-acp np1 cc np1, av d vbr njp2: cc av p-acp pno32, cc p-acp np1 cc n1, av d vbr np1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 328
1101 And that which increaseth the Scandal and Rock of Offence is, When it is observed they easily turn their Tongues to speak the language of all times, forewardly crying up such a Way the one year, And that which increases the Scandal and Rock of Offence is, When it is observed they Easily turn their Tongues to speak the language of all times, forewardly crying up such a Way the one year, cc cst r-crq vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbz, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn pns32 av-j vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2, av-j vvg a-acp d dt n1 dt crd n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 329
1102 when the Ruling Power is for it, and not only crying it up, but engaging their Credit and Conscience by the most solemn Tyes which can be imagin'd amongst Men to promote it, when the Ruling Power is for it, and not only crying it up, but engaging their Credit and Conscience by the most solemn Ties which can be imagined among Men to promote it, c-crq dt j-vvg n1 vbz p-acp pn31, cc xx av-j vvg pn31 a-acp, cc-acp vvg po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n2 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 329
1103 and pressing, with all the most serious vehemency that Men can use, upon the Lords People to do the like. and pressing, with all the most serious vehemency that Men can use, upon the lords People to do the like. cc vvg, p-acp d dt av-ds j n1 cst n2 vmb vvi, p-acp dt n2 n1 pc-acp vdi dt av-j. (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 329
1104 And yet when times change, and that they perceive the promoting of such a Way doth not make for their Worldly interest, they will cry it as much down again: And yet when times change, and that they perceive the promoting of such a Way does not make for their Worldly Interest, they will cry it as much down again: cc av c-crq n2 vvb, cc cst pns32 vvb dt j-vvg pp-f d dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp po32 j n1, pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d a-acp av: (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 329
1105 As if there were no respect to be had, either to God, Conscience, or Credit; but only to Peoples Interest and Standing. As if there were no respect to be had, either to God, Conscience, or Credit; but only to Peoples Interest and Standing. c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 pc-acp vbi vhn, d p-acp np1, n1, cc n1; cc-acp av-j p-acp ng1 n1 cc vvg. (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 329
1106 Thus in the dayes of Constantine the Great a Godly Prince, all the Ministers almost were Orthodox: Thus in the days of Constantine the Great a Godly Prince, all the Ministers almost were Orthodox: av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 dt j dt j n1, d dt n2 av vbdr n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 329
1107 Again, in his Son Constantius his dayes, almost all of them (even the same Men who had been at the Council of Nice and condemn'd the Arian Heresy) turned Arians: Hence it was then said, Vnus Athanasius contra totum mundum. Again, in his Son Constantius his days, almost all of them (even the same Men who had been At the Council of Nicaenae and condemned the Arian Heresy) turned Arians: Hence it was then said, Vnus Athanasius contra totum Mundum. av, p-acp po31 n1 np1 po31 n2, av d pp-f pno32 (av dt d n2 r-crq vhd vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc vvd dt np1 n1) vvd n2: av pn31 vbds av vvn, fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 329
1108 And as it was in that Age, so hath it been almost ever since, The sway of the Court and Ruling Power of the Times, hath carried with it the generality of Ministers too great a length, to say and unsay, as they did enjoin them. And as it was in that Age, so hath it been almost ever since, The sway of the Court and Ruling Power of the Times, hath carried with it the generality of Ministers too great a length, to say and unsay, as they did enjoin them. cc c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp d n1, av vhz pn31 vbn av av c-acp, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n2, vhz vvn p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f n2 av j dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, c-acp pns32 vdd vvi pno32. (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 329
1109 This I grant is indeed a Rock, which of any other hath in it most of Offence, a Rock whereon many a Soul hath made Shipwrack: This I grant is indeed a Rock, which of any other hath in it most of Offence, a Rock whereon many a Soul hath made Shipwreck: d pns11 vvb vbz av dt n1, r-crq pp-f d n-jn vhz p-acp pn31 av-ds pp-f n1, dt n1 c-crq d dt n1 vhz vvn n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 329
1110 And if the mighty Power of God did not preserve his own Elect, It were a Worlds wonder, And if the mighty Power of God did not preserve his own Elect, It were a World's wonder, cc cs dt j n1 pp-f np1 vdd xx vvi po31 d n1, pn31 vbdr dt ng1 n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 330
1111 if it did not banish all sence of Religion out of the World, making all Flesh turn Irreligious Atheists: if it did not banish all sense of Religion out of the World, making all Flesh turn Irreligious Atheists: cs pn31 vdd xx vvi d n1 pp-f n1 av pp-f dt n1, vvg d n1 vvb j n2: (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 330
1112 But notwithstanding the Word of the Lord doth furnish us with something to say of this Rock also; But notwithstanding the Word of the Lord does furnish us with something to say of this Rock also; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz vvi pno12 p-acp pi pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1 av; (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 330
1113 that there is no reason why any should stumble at Christ's Way for it. that there is no reason why any should Stumble At Christ's Way for it. cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 q-crq d vmd vvi p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp pn31. (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 330
1114 And 1. Because both Scripture and Humane Histories do shew, That though it hath been so almost in all times; And 1. Because both Scripture and Humane Histories do show, That though it hath been so almost in all times; cc crd p-acp d n1 cc j n2 vdb vvi, cst cs pn31 vhz vbn av av p-acp d n2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 330
1115 yet the Lord hath guided the matter so, that he hath still keep'd a Church to Himself. yet the Lord hath guided the matter so, that he hath still keeped a Church to Himself. av dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 av, cst pns31 vhz av vvn dt n1 p-acp px31. (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 330
1116 I have shewed so much already from Church History in Constantine 's time: I have showed so much already from Church History in Constantine is time: pns11 vhb vvn av av-d av p-acp n1 n1 p-acp np1 vbz n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 330
1117 And for Scripture History, Ye know in Elijah 's time, 1 Kings 19. 14. The torrent of Defection was so prevalent, that for any thing could appear to such a sagacious Man as Elijah, He, And for Scripture History, You know in Elijah is time, 1 Kings 19. 14. The torrent of Defection was so prevalent, that for any thing could appear to such a sagacious Man as Elijah, He, cc p-acp n1 n1, pn22 vvb p-acp np1 vbz n1, crd n2 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds av j, cst p-acp d n1 vmd vvi p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp np1, pns31, (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 330
1118 and he only, was left alone. And Rev. 3. 4. There were but a few Names left in Sardis which had not defiled their Garments with the Iniquity of the Times. 2. This may also contribute to remove stumbling, That the Lord, amongst all the most general Defections of Ministers, hath ever keeped some streight: and he only, was left alone. And Rev. 3. 4. There were but a few Names left in Sardis which had not defiled their Garments with the Iniquity of the Times. 2. This may also contribute to remove stumbling, That the Lord, among all the most general Defections of Ministers, hath ever keeped Some straight: cc pns31 av-j, vbds vvn av-j. cc n1 crd crd pc-acp vbdr p-acp dt d n2 vvn p-acp np1 r-crq vhd xx vvn po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. crd d vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi vvg, cst dt n1, p-acp d dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n2, vhz av vvn d av-j: (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 330
1119 So as the Way of Truth and Piety is not left without a Witness, and some encouragement to those that walk in it. So as the Way of Truth and Piety is not left without a Witness, and Some encouragement to those that walk in it. av c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1, cc d n1 p-acp d cst vvb p-acp pn31. (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 330
1120 In Achab 's time there was one Elias, yea several others, tho Elias knew not of them: In Ahab is time there was one Elias, yea several Others, though Elias knew not of them: p-acp np1 vbz n1 a-acp vbds crd np1, uh j n2-jn, cs np1 vvd xx pp-f pno32: (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 330
1121 And in Sardis there were a few names at least, who had not defiled their Garments. Whe• the Arians so far prevailed, that it was said, the whole World groaned and wondred at it self that it became Arian, yet there was One Athanasius. And when Antichrist was to prevail, it is shown Rev. 11. 3. That notwithstanding all the Tyranny of Antichrist, And in Sardis there were a few names At least, who had not defiled their Garments. Whe• the Arians so Far prevailed, that it was said, the Whole World groaned and wondered At it self that it became Arian, yet there was One Athanasius. And when Antichrist was to prevail, it is shown Rev. 11. 3. That notwithstanding all the Tyranny of Antichrist, cc p-acp np1 a-acp vbdr dt d n2 p-acp ds, r-crq vhd xx vvn po32 n2. n1 dt n2 av av-j vvn, cst pn31 vbds vvn, dt j-jn n1 vvd cc vvd p-acp pn31 n1 cst pn31 vvd np1, av a-acp vbds crd np1. cc c-crq np1 vbds pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbz vvn n1 crd crd cst p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 331
1122 and the torrent of Corruption in these times, God should have His Two, that is, tho not many, yet some few Witnesses. and the torrent of Corruption in these times, God should have His Two, that is, though not many, yet Some few Witnesses. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2, np1 vmd vhi po31 crd, cst vbz, cs xx d, av d d n2. (22) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 331
1123 3. The Lord in His deep Wisdom doth measure out such a Dispensation for heightning His Churches Tryal, 3. The Lord in His deep Wisdom does measure out such a Dispensation for heightening His Churches Trial, crd dt n1 p-acp po31 j-jn n1 vdz vvi av d dt n1 p-acp n1 po31 ng1 n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 331
1124 And that these who keep their Garments clean may come forth as Gold. It is but an inconsiderable Tryal, and calls for little Resolution to stand it out, And that these who keep their Garments clean may come forth as Gold. It is but an inconsiderable Trial, and calls for little Resolution to stand it out, cc cst d r-crq vvb po32 n2 j vmb vvi av p-acp n1. pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, cc vvz p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av, (22) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 331
1125 When all the Lord's Ministers speak one thing, lifting up their Voice as a Trumpet, When all the Lord's Ministers speak one thing, lifting up their Voice as a Trumpet, c-crq d dt ng1 n2 vvb crd n1, vvg a-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 331
1126 and denouncing the dreadful Judgements of God on all who turn their back on Truth and Piety; and denouncing the dreadful Judgments of God on all who turn their back on Truth and Piety; cc vvg dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d r-crq vvb po32 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 331
1127 But when the generality of Ministers at any time do blow the Trumpet of Defection from the Lord, That speaks Loyalty indeed, But when the generality of Ministers At any time do blow the Trumpet of Defection from the Lord, That speaks Loyalty indeed, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1 vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vvz n1 av, (22) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 331
1128 If then, notwithstanding such Defection, People stand to the Lords Banner, and in nothing be moved from it: If then, notwithstanding such Defection, People stand to the lords Banner, and in nothing be moved from it: cs av, c-acp d n1, n1 vvb p-acp dt n2 n1, cc p-acp pix vbi vvn p-acp pn31: (22) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 331
1129 And that because the Trumpet gives an uncertain sound, speaking one thing one day and another thing the next: And that Because the Trumpet gives an uncertain found, speaking one thing one day and Another thing the next: cc cst p-acp dt n1 vvz dt j n1, vvg crd n1 crd n1 cc j-jn n1 dt ord: (22) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 331
1130 So that to stumble at Christ's Way because of this when it falleth out, is to stumble at the Wisdom of God. So that to Stumble At Christ's Way Because of this when it falls out, is to Stumble At the Wisdom of God. av cst pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n1 c-acp pp-f d c-crq pn31 vvz av, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 331
1131 4. Therefore should no Man stumble at Christ nor His Way for this, because the Lord in all times hath made it, 4. Therefore should no Man Stumble At christ nor His Way for this, Because the Lord in all times hath made it, crd av vmd dx n1 vvi p-acp np1 ccx po31 n1 p-acp d, c-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2 vhz vvn pn31, (22) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 331
1132 and no doubt will yet make it, tend to the advantage of His Way in the close; and no doubt will yet make it, tend to the advantage of His Way in the close; cc dx n1 vmb av vvi pn31, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j; (22) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 331
1133 So as afterwards, times growing more favourable, the Church of God hath thereby been freed from a Fleece of Time-servers, who would never otherwayes have discovered themselves: So as afterwards, times growing more favourable, the Church of God hath thereby been freed from a Fleece of Time-servers, who would never otherways have discovered themselves: av c-acp av, n2 vvg dc j, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz av vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j, r-crq vmd av-x av vhb vvn px32: (22) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 331
1134 Besides that others who through weakness, had turned aside in some degre•• with the torrent of the time, somewhat against their Heart, have been made to acknowledge their weakness to God's Glory: Beside that Others who through weakness, had turned aside in Some degre•• with the torrent of the time, somewhat against their Heart, have been made to acknowledge their weakness to God's Glory: p-acp d n2-jn r-crq p-acp n1, vhd vvn av p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp po32 n1, vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp npg1 n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 332
1135 And so make up by their Repentance, the breach they had made on God's Way by their Fall. And so make up by their Repentance, the breach they had made on God's Way by their Fallen. cc av vvb a-acp p-acp po32 n1, dt n1 pns32 vhd vvn p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp po32 n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 332
1136 And consequently for any to stumble at Christ's Way because of This, is to break their neck on that, which in God's method doth make His Way most lovely in the Close. And consequently for any to Stumble At Christ's Way Because of This, is to break their neck on that, which in God's method does make His Way most lovely in the Close. cc av-j p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n1 c-acp pp-f d, vbz pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp d, r-crq p-acp npg1 n1 vdz vvi po31 n1 av-ds j p-acp dt j. (22) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 332
1137 There are other Two Points yet which might be handled jointly as the former; There Are other Two Points yet which might be handled jointly as the former; pc-acp vbr j-jn crd vvz av r-crq vmd vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt j; (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 332
1138 The one Expressed, The other Implyed, and both of them serve to confirm the last, to wit, That whatever we meet with in Christ's Way, we should not love Christ nor His Way the less: The one Expressed, The other Employed, and both of them serve to confirm the last, to wit, That whatever we meet with in Christ's Way, we should not love christ nor His Way the less: dt pi vvn, dt n-jn vvn, cc d pp-f pno32 vvi pc-acp vvi dt ord, pc-acp vvi, cst r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp p-acp npg1 n1, pns12 vmd xx vvi np1 ccx po31 n1 dt av-dc: (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 332
1139 None of these things should make us take up an halt in His Way, much less turn our back upon it. None of these things should make us take up an halt in His Way, much less turn our back upon it. pi pp-f d n2 vmd vvi pno12 vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, av-d av-dc vvi po12 n1 p-acp pn31. (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 332
1140 For 1. It is an happy thing not to stumble at Christ or His Way: For 1. It is an happy thing not to Stumble At christ or His Way: p-acp crd pn31 vbz dt j n1 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc po31 n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 332
1141 This is expressed in the Text. 2. The Man who is offended in Christ, who turneth his back upon Him because of Stumbling-blocks or Rocks of Offence in the Way, That Man is an unhappy Man and cursed. This is expressed in the Text. 2. The Man who is offended in christ, who turns his back upon Him Because of Stumbling-blocks or Rocks of Offence in the Way, That Man is an unhappy Man and cursed. d vbz vvn p-acp dt np1 crd dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp np1, r-crq vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno31 c-acp pp-f n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cst n1 vbz dt j n1 cc j-vvn. (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 332
1142 I might prosecute both these Points, but for the time I shall forbear, and only say something in Answer to a needful Question: I might prosecute both these Points, but for the time I shall forbear, and only say something in Answer to a needful Question: pns11 vmd vvi d d n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pns11 vmb vvi, cc av-j vvi pi p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 332
1143 I think one may readily ask what I call Christ's Way whereat we should not stumble; I think one may readily ask what I call Christ's Way whereat we should not Stumble; pns11 vvb pi vmb av-j vvi r-crq pns11 vvb npg1 n1 c-crq pns12 vmd xx vvi; (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 332
1144 For there are Men and Parties of several wayes, There are Papists and Protestants, Sectaries, Socinians, Formalists, Anabaptists, Prelatists or Episcop•l-men, Presbyterians, Independents, For there Are Men and Parties of several ways, There Are Papists and Protestants, Sectaries, socinians, Formalists, Anabaptists, Prelatists or Episcop•l-men, Presbyterians, Independents, c-acp pc-acp vbr n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2, pc-acp vbr njp2 cc n2, n2, njp2, np2, np1, n2 cc n2, njp2, n2-jn, (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 332
1145 and Quakers, every one whereof, have their Own Way about Religion; And no doubt all of them will call their Own Way Christ's Way: and Quakers, every one whereof, have their Own Way about Religion; And no doubt all of them will call their Own Way Christ's Way: cc np1, d crd c-crq, vhb po32 d n1 p-acp n1; cc dx n1 av-d pp-f pno32 vmb vvi po32 d n1 npg1 n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 332
1146 And therefore it is needful to know which of these wayes are Christ's Way indeed, that so we may not turn our backs upon it. And Therefore it is needful to know which of these ways Are Christ's Way indeed, that so we may not turn our backs upon it. cc av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq pp-f d n2 vbr npg1 n1 av, cst av pns12 vmb xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp pn31. (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 333
1147 In Answer to which Question, It cannot be expected (if it were but for the time) I can enter in a Debate concerning what is Right or Wrong, what is Christs, what is not Christs in All those Wayes; In Answer to which Question, It cannot be expected (if it were but for the time) I can enter in a Debate Concerning what is Right or Wrong, what is Christ, what is not Christ in All those Ways; p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq n1, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn (cs pn31 vbdr cc-acp p-acp dt n1) pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 vvg r-crq vbz j-jn cc n-jn, r-crq vbz npg1, r-crq vbz xx npg1 p-acp d d n2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 333
1148 I shall therefore only give you some general Directions for finding out what is Christ's Way amidst the tide and torrent of so many contrary Opinions: I shall Therefore only give you Some general Directions for finding out what is Christ's Way amid the tide and torrent of so many contrary Opinions: pns11 vmb av av-j vvi pn22 d j n2 p-acp vvg av r-crq vbz npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f av d j-jn n2: (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 333
1149 And these such, that upon the one hand I think there is no Man having his right Wits about him, with the least Grain of Piety, And these such, that upon the one hand I think there is no Man having his right Wits about him, with the least Grain of Piety, cc d d, cst p-acp dt crd n1 pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz dx n1 vhg po31 j-jn n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 333
1150 but he must give his Assent unto them; but he must give his Assent unto them; cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32; (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 333
1151 And yet such as through God's Blessing, being rightly improven, shall not leave you without a Guide what to choose as God's Way, and what not. And yet such as through God's Blessing, being rightly improven, shall not leave you without a Guide what to choose as God's Way, and what not. cc av d c-acp p-acp npg1 n1, vbg av-jn vvn, vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 q-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n1, cc q-crq xx. (22) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 333
1152 First then, I doubt not it will be taken for granted by All. That the Way of Christ whereat we should not stumble, are the Essentialls of Piety and Christianity; First then, I doubt not it will be taken for granted by All. That the Way of christ whereat we should not Stumble, Are the Essentials of Piety and Christianity; ord av, pns11 vvb xx pn31 vmb vbi vvn c-acp vvn p-acp d cst dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns12 vmd xx vvi, vbr dt n2-jn pp-f n1 cc n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 333
1153 I mean Faith in Jesus Christ, Repentance unto Life, Holiness and tenderness of Walk in eschewing all known Sin, I mean Faith in jesus christ, Repentance unto Life, Holiness and tenderness of Walk in Eschewing all known since, pns11 vvb n1 p-acp np1 np1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg d j-vvn n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 333
1154 and coming up to the Practice of all known Duty: and coming up to the Practice of all known Duty: cc vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-vvn n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 333
1155 This is it I intended mainly all alongs, to wit, That notwithstanding all the forementioned Rocks of Offence, ye would not turn Profligate, Profane, Debauch'd, and Irreligious Atheists; This is it I intended mainly all alongs, to wit, That notwithstanding all the forementioned Rocks of Offence, you would not turn Profligate, Profane, Debauched, and Irreligious Atheists; d vbz pn31 pns11 vvd av-j d n2, pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f n1, pn22 vmd xx vvi vvi, j, j-vvn, cc j n2; (22) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 333
1156 but hold on in the Way of substantial Piety notwithstanding of all, and over the belly of all. but hold on in the Way of substantial Piety notwithstanding of all, and over the belly of all. cc-acp vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 a-acp pp-f d, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d. (22) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 333
1157 2. But this is not all: It's but a loose way of Religion, and very near to no Religion at all, 2. But this is not all: It's but a lose Way of Religion, and very near to no Religion At all, crd p-acp d vbz xx d: pn31|vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc av av-j p-acp dx n1 p-acp d, (22) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 333
1158 for a Man to pretend to no more but adhere to the Practice of substantial Duties, for a Man to pretend to no more but adhere to the Practice of substantial Duties, c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dx dc cc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (22) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 334
1159 and the Faith of Fundamental Truths, while in other things he sayes and unsays, and rolls about with the times: and the Faith of Fundamental Truths, while in other things he Says and unsays, and rolls about with the times: cc dt n1 pp-f j n2, cs p-acp j-jn n2 pns31 vvz cc vvz, cc vvz a-acp p-acp dt n2: (22) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 334
1160 For hereby they may suffer the Devil to do with the most part of Scripture what he pleases: For hereby they may suffer the devil to do with the most part of Scripture what he Pleases: c-acp av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi p-acp dt av-ds n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns31 vvz: (22) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 334
1161 For Truths absolutely necessary to Salvation are but few, the Lord in Mercy having so provided, that the meanest capacity may explicitly comprehend them and all of them, seing they cannot be saved without them: For Truths absolutely necessary to Salvation Are but few, the Lord in Mercy having so provided, that the Meanest capacity may explicitly comprehend them and all of them, sing they cannot be saved without them: c-acp n2 av-j j p-acp n1 vbr p-acp d, dt n1 p-acp n1 vhg av vvn, cst dt js n1 vmb av-j vvi pno32 cc d pp-f pno32, vvg pns32 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp pno32: (22) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 334
1162 But tho there be some few Truths only of absolute necessity for Salvation; But though there be Some few Truths only of absolute necessity for Salvation; cc-acp cs pc-acp vbb d d n2 av-j pp-f j n1 p-acp n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 334
1163 yet there are others in their own kind also necessary, to wit, for Gods Glory and your own Comfort, yet there Are Others in their own kind also necessary, to wit, for God's Glory and your own Comfort, av a-acp vbr n2-jn p-acp po32 d n1 av j, pc-acp vvi, p-acp ng1 n1 cc po22 d n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 334
1164 and the Lord will have you sticking closs by these Truths once knowing them to be Truths, as well as by others; and the Lord will have you sticking closs by these Truths once knowing them to be Truths, as well as by Others; cc dt n1 vmb vhi pn22 vvg n1 p-acp d n2 a-acp vvg pno32 pc-acp vbi n2, c-acp av c-acp p-acp n2-jn; (22) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 334
1165 and that because a great part of Christ's Way lyeth in a Mans adherence even to these Truths, to wit, God's Glory and the Mans own Comfort: and that Because a great part of Christ's Way lies in a men adherence even to these Truths, to wit, God's Glory and the men own Comfort: cc d c-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvz p-acp dt ng1 n1 av p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi, npg1 n1 cc dt n2 d n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 334
1166 And a Profane loose and indifferent Spirit as to these, doth both in the nature of the thing and in God's just Judgement, beget in progress of time, Profane Indifferency and Atheism as to other more great and substantial Truths: And a Profane lose and indifferent Spirit as to these, does both in the nature of the thing and in God's just Judgement, beget in progress of time, Profane Indifferency and Atheism as to other more great and substantial Truths: cc dt j j cc j n1 c-acp p-acp d, vdz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc p-acp npg1 j n1, vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1, j n1 cc n1 c-acp p-acp n-jn av-dc j cc j n2: (22) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 334
1167 So doth the Apostle Paul inform the Galatians, Ch. 5. 9. A little leaven leaveneth the whole lump. So does the Apostle Paul inform the Galatians, Christ 5. 9. A little leaven leaveneth the Whole lump. av vdz dt n1 np1 vvb dt np1, np1 crd crd dt j n1 vvz dt j-jn n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 334
1168 Thus then the great Question is to know which is Christ's Way in Truths of that sort, that so we may not stumble at it: Thus then the great Question is to know which is Christ's Way in Truths of that sort, that so we may not Stumble At it: av av dt j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz npg1 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f d n1, cst av pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31: (22) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 334
1169 For which in the first place take Paul 's Rule, Philipp. 3. 16. Nevertheless whereto we have already attained, let us walk by the same Rule. For which in the First place take Paul is Rule, Philip. 3. 16. Nevertheless whereto we have already attained, let us walk by the same Rule. c-acp r-crq p-acp dt ord n1 vvb np1 vbz n1, np1. crd crd av c-crq pns12 vhb av vvn, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt d n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 334
1170 And 2 John 8. Look to your selves that we lose not these things that we have wrought — In a word, whatever a Man is perswaded on good ground to be Christ's Way, let him stick closly by That as his way, And 2 John 8. Look to your selves that we loose not these things that we have wrought — In a word, whatever a Man is persuaded on good ground to be Christ's Way, let him stick closely by That as his Way, cc crd np1 crd n1 p-acp po22 n2 cst pns12 vvb xx d n2 cst pns12 vhb vvn — p-acp dt n1, r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n1 pc-acp vbi npg1 n1, vvb pno31 vvi av-j p-acp d c-acp po31 n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 335
1171 and whatever he meet with, beware of doing any thing wherein his own Heart will condemn him. and whatever he meet with, beware of doing any thing wherein his own Heart will condemn him. cc r-crq pns31 vvb p-acp, vvb pp-f vdg d n1 c-crq po31 d n1 vmb vvi pno31. (22) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 335
1172 I say this, because there are some Truths of an inferiour Nature, which are as clearly revealed in Scriptures as other more substantial Truths: I say this, Because there Are Some Truths of an inferior Nature, which Are as clearly revealed in Scriptures as other more substantial Truths: pns11 vvb d, c-acp pc-acp vbr d n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, r-crq vbr a-acp av-j vvn p-acp n2 p-acp n-jn av-dc j n2: (22) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 335
1173 And consequently a Man may as much be perswaded of the one as the other: And consequently a Man may as much be persuaded of the one as the other: cc av-j dt n1 vmb p-acp d vbb vvn pp-f dt crd p-acp dt n-jn: (22) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 335
1174 And tho another Man may think, or say he is perswaded of the contrary Error that it is Truth, and be deceived: And though Another Man may think, or say he is persuaded of the contrary Error that it is Truth, and be deceived: cc cs j-jn n1 vmb vvi, cc vvb pns31 vbz vvn pp-f dt j-jn n1 cst pn31 vbz n1, cc vbi vvn: (22) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 335
1175 Yet it follows not that the Man who is perswaded of Truth to be Truth is deceived likewise; Yet it follows not that the Man who is persuaded of Truth to be Truth is deceived likewise; av pn31 vvz xx d dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi n1 vbz vvn av; (22) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 335
1176 There is a Man who in his Dream thinks certainly he is awake and speaking, that Man certainly is deceived: There is a Man who in his Dream thinks Certainly he is awake and speaking, that Man Certainly is deceived: pc-acp vbz dt n1 r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vvz av-j pns31 vbz j cc j-vvg, cst n1 av-j vbz vvn: (22) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 335
1177 But it were a strange thing to conclude from that, that the Man who is really awake cannot know if he is so, But it were a strange thing to conclude from that, that the Man who is really awake cannot know if he is so, cc-acp pn31 vbdr dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d, cst dt n1 r-crq vbz av-j j vmbx vvi cs pns31 vbz av, (22) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 335
1178 but must alwayes suspect he may be deceived and in a Dream. but must always suspect he may be deceived and in a Dream. cc-acp vmb av vvi pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc p-acp dt n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 335
1179 This much then for things out of Doubt, and wherein a Man upon good grounds hath attained to a full perswasion of the Truth that is in them. This much then for things out of Doubt, and wherein a Man upon good grounds hath attained to a full persuasion of the Truth that is in them. d d av p-acp n2 av pp-f n1, cc c-crq dt n1 p-acp j n2 vhz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32. (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 335
1180 But the greatest Question of all is, concerning Points of the Truth whereof we are not absolutely perswaded without some scruple and ground of Doubt to the contrary, But the greatest Question of all is, Concerning Points of the Truth whereof we Are not absolutely persuaded without Some scruple and ground of Doubt to the contrary, p-acp dt js n1 pp-f d vbz, vvg n2 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns12 vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n-jn, (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 335
1181 how we may know what is God's Way in those. And for this I shall give you some Marks. how we may know what is God's Way in those. And for this I shall give you Some Marks. c-crq pns12 vmb vvi r-crq vbz npg1 n1 p-acp d. cc p-acp d pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2. (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 335
1182 1st. The Light of Nature will teach us in things Doubtful to encline to the surest and safest side, 1st. The Light of Nature will teach us in things Doubtful to incline to the Surest and Safest side, ord. dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n2 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js cc js n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 335
1183 and that against which least can be said: and that against which least can be said: cc cst p-acp r-crq av-ds vmb vbi vvn: (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 335
1184 As for Example, in that Controversy concerning the adding of Sacred significant Ceremonies invented by Man to God's Worship: As; As for Exampl, in that Controversy Concerning the adding of Sacred significant Ceremonies invented by Man to God's Worship: As; c-acp p-acp n1, p-acp d n1 vvg dt vvg pp-f j j n2 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1: c-acp; (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 336
1185 Bowing to Altars, Kneeling at the Communion, Signing with the Cross at Baptism, &c. Those who plead such Additions to be superstitious and unlawful, do bring Deutr. 12. 32. What things soever I command you, observe to do it: Bowing to Altars, Kneeling At the Communion, Signing with the Cross At Baptism, etc. Those who plead such Additions to be superstitious and unlawful, do bring Deuteronomy 12. 32. What things soever I command you, observe to do it: vvg p-acp n2, vvg p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, av d r-crq vvb d n2 pc-acp vbi j cc j, vdb vvi np1 crd crd q-crq n2 av pns11 vvb pn22, vvb pc-acp vdi pn31: (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 336
1186 thou shalt not add thereto, nor diminish from it, And such like Scriptures for a Proof. thou shalt not add thereto, nor diminish from it, And such like Scriptures for a Proof. pns21 vm2 xx vvi av, ccx vvi p-acp pn31, cc d j n2 p-acp dt n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 336
1187 The Patrons of Ceremonies answer ▪ That God forbiddeth such Additions only which are contrary to the Word, The Patrons of Ceremonies answer ▪ That God forbiddeth such Additions only which Are contrary to the Word, dt n2 pp-f n2 vvb ▪ cst np1 vvz d n2 av-j r-crq vbr j-jn p-acp dt n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 336
1188 but not such as are besides the Word neither forbidden nor commanded by it. but not such as Are beside the Word neither forbidden nor commanded by it. cc-acp xx d c-acp vbr p-acp dt n1 av-dx vvn ccx vvn p-acp pn31. (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 336
1189 Now that is the very Answer which Papists give to Our Protestant Divines, while we use the same Scripture for an Argument against all their superstitious Ceremonies invented by Men: Now that is the very Answer which Papists give to Our Protestant Divines, while we use the same Scripture for an Argument against all their superstitious Ceremonies invented by Men: av cst vbz dt j n1 r-crq njp2 vvb p-acp po12 n1 n2-jn, cs pns12 vvb dt d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d po32 j n2 vvn p-acp n2: (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 336
1190 And indeed if that Door be once opened, a Door is opened not only for one or two, And indeed if that Door be once opened, a Door is opened not only for one or two, cc av cs d n1 vbb a-acp vvn, dt n1 vbz vvn xx av-j p-acp crd cc crd, (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 336
1191 but all the Ceremonies of the Church of Rome, for on that ground only do they plead for them: but all the Ceremonies of the Church of Rome, for on that ground only do they plead for them: cc-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp p-acp d n1 av-j vdb pns32 vvi p-acp pno32: (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 336
1192 When we ask what Warrand have they from Scripture for their frequent Crossings, their use of Salt, Spitle, Exorcisms in Baptism, their use of Holy Water, Baptising of Bells, Pilgrimages, When we ask what Warrant have they from Scripture for their frequent Crossings, their use of Salt, Spittle, Exorcisms in Baptism, their use of Holy Water, Baptizing of Bells', Pilgrimages, c-crq pns12 vvb r-crq vvb vhb pns32 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n2-vvg, po32 n1 pp-f n1, n1, n2 p-acp n1, po32 n1 pp-f j n1, vvg pp-f n2, n2, (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 336
1193 and Pennances? They Answer it is enough of Warrand for the Church to Command them, that they are not expresly condemned in Scripture. and Penances? They Answer it is enough of Warrant for the Church to Command them, that they Are not expressly condemned in Scripture. cc n2? pns32 vvb pn31 vbz d pp-f vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cst pns32 vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 336
1194 Now seing the way that is pleaded for such Ceremonies casts up so wide a gap; Now sing the Way that is pleaded for such Ceremonies Cast up so wide a gap; av vvg dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp d n2 vvz a-acp av j dt n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 336
1195 It's sure, that to abstain from them altogether, is the safest. It's sure, that to abstain from them altogether, is the Safest. pn31|vbz j, cst pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 av, vbz dt js. (22) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 336
1196 2. That Way in things Doubtful is most like to be Christ's, the Chief Promoters whereof are not carried on with by-ends, self designs to acquire Worldly Honours or Riches, 2. That Way in things Doubtful is most like to be Christ's, the Chief Promoters whereof Are not carried on with byends, self designs to acquire Worldly Honours or Riches, crd cst n1 p-acp n2 j vbz av-ds av-j pc-acp vbi npg1, dt j-jn n2 c-crq vbr xx vvn a-acp p-acp n2, n1 n2 pc-acp vvi j ng1 cc n2, (22) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 336
1197 or Fa• Benifices to themselves, but on the contrary, the very thing they plead for, and that part of the Contradiction which they mantain, is, That nothing of that kind, or Fa• Benefices to themselves, but on the contrary, the very thing they plead for, and that part of the Contradiction which they maintain, is, That nothing of that kind, cc np1 n2 p-acp px32, p-acp p-acp dt n-jn, dt j n1 pns32 vvb p-acp, cc d n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, vbz, cst pix pp-f d n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 337
1198 further than honest Compitency, and Ministerial respect, should be bestowed on Christ's Ministers. further than honest Compitency, and Ministerial respect, should be bestowed on Christ's Ministers. av-jc cs j n1, cc j n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n2. (22) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 337
1199 And upon the other hand, it is a shrewd Presumption at least that such a Way is not Christ's, wherein the Chief Promoters do palpably seek themselves and their own Worldly Interests: And upon the other hand, it is a shrewd Presumption At least that such a Way is not Christ's, wherein the Chief Promoters do palpably seek themselves and their own Worldly Interests: cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp ds cst d dt n1 vbz xx npg1, c-crq dt j-jn n2 vdb av-j vvi px32 cc po32 d j n2: (22) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 337
1200 The Apostle Paul useth to lay great weight on this Mark, especially Rom. 16. 18. — Such serve not our Lord Iesus Christ, The Apostle Paul uses to lay great weight on this Mark, especially Rom. 16. 18. — Such serve not our Lord Iesus christ, dt n1 np1 vvz pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d n1, av-j np1 crd crd — d vvb xx po12 n1 np1 np1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 337
1201 but their own belly — So that if they seek their own Bellies they serve not our Lord Jesus Christ. but their own belly — So that if they seek their own Bellies they serve not our Lord jesus christ. cc-acp po32 d n1 — av cst cs pns32 vvb po32 d n2 pns32 vvb xx po12 n1 np1 np1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 337
1202 And Philipp. 3. 18, 19 — Many walk — that are the enemies of the Cross of Christ — whose God is their belly — who mind earthly things. And Philip. 3. 18, 19 — Many walk — that Are the enemies of the Cross of christ — whose God is their belly — who mind earthly things. np1 np1. crd crd, crd — d n1 — d vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 — q-crq n1 vbz po32 n1 — q-crq n1 j n2. (22) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 337
1203 If it be evidently seen they mind earthly things, They are but Enemies to the Cross of Christ. If it be evidently seen they mind earthly things, They Are but Enemies to the Cross of christ. cs pn31 vbb av-j vvn pns32 vvb j n2, pns32 vbr p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 337
1204 3. When People doubt about several Wayes which of them is Christ's Way, they are to stick by that unto which they are most engaged, 3. When People doubt about several Ways which of them is Christ's Way, they Are to stick by that unto which they Are most engaged, crd c-crq n1 vvb p-acp j n2 r-crq pp-f pno32 vbz npg1 n1, pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp d p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av-ds vvn, (22) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 337
1205 and by more solemn tyes obliged, until (at least) they be clearly convinced it is wrong, and by more solemn ties obliged, until (At least) they be clearly convinced it is wrong, cc p-acp av-dc j n2 vvn, c-acp (p-acp ds) pns32 vbb av-j vvd pn31 vbz j-jn, (22) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 337
1206 for very common understanding will judge That to be the surest. for very Common understanding will judge That to be the Surest. c-acp av j n1 vmb vvi cst pc-acp vbi dt js. (22) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 337
1207 4. That way which by the grant of its Adversaries hath ground in Scripture for it; 4. That Way which by the grant of its Adversaries hath ground in Scripture for it; crd cst n1 r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vhz n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31; (22) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 337
1208 tho they also say men may change it, must certainly look more like Christ's Way than the contrary which is confessed by its prime Maintainers to have no ground in Scripture, though they also say men may change it, must Certainly look more like Christ's Way than the contrary which is confessed by its prime Maintainers to have no ground in Scripture, cs pns32 av vvb n2 vmb vvi pn31, vmb av-j vvi av-dc av-j npg1 n1 cs dt n-jn r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po31 j-jn n2 pc-acp vhi dx n1 p-acp n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 337
1209 but that the great Warrand which is given for it, doth•ly in the Authority of men. but that the great Warrant which is given for it, doth•ly in the authority of men. cc-acp cst dt j vvb r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pn31, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (22) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 337
1210 Even an heathen King Artaxerxes did know so much, that every thing in the House of God behooved to be done according to the revealed will of God; Even an heathen King Artaxerxes did know so much, that every thing in the House of God behooved to be done according to the revealed will of God; np1 dt j-jn n1 npg1 vdd vvi av av-d, cst d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f np1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 338
1211 whence he issueth forth a Decree Ezra; 7, 23. Whatsoever is commaded by the God of Heaven, let it be diligently done, whence he issueth forth a decree Ezra; 7, 23. Whatsoever is commanded by the God of Heaven, let it be diligently done, c-crq pns31 vvz av dt n1 np1; crd, crd r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb pn31 vbi av-j vdn, (22) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 338
1212 for the house of the the God of heaven: for the house of the the God of heaven: c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt dt n1 pp-f n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 338
1213 for why should their be wrath against the realm of the King and his Sons? for why should their be wrath against the realm of the King and his Sons? p-acp q-crq vmd po32 vbi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n2? (22) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 338
1214 Lastly, That which tends most to the promoting of Piety, and is attended most with the Fruits of a Godly life, Lastly, That which tends most to the promoting of Piety, and is attended most with the Fruits of a Godly life, ord, cst r-crq vvz av-ds p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f n1, cc vbz vvn ds p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 338
1215 and tender conversation in it's most eminent mantainers and followers, and this not for a little short flash only at it's first beginning and when it is as it were upon it's Tryals, and tender Conversation in it's most eminent maintainers and followers, and this not for a little short flash only At it's First beginning and when it is as it were upon it's Trials, cc j n1 p-acp pn31|vbz av-ds j n2 cc n2, cc d xx p-acp dt j j n1 av-j p-acp pn31|vbz ord n-vvg cc c-crq pn31 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp pn31|vbz n2, (22) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 338
1216 but at all times when ever there was any Controversie about it, That Way I say looketh most like to Christs Way: but At all times when ever there was any Controversy about it, That Way I say looks most like to Christ Way: cc-acp p-acp d n2 c-crq av a-acp vbds d n1 p-acp pn31, cst n1 pns11 vvb vvz av-ds av-j p-acp npg1 n1: (22) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 338
1217 For all His Way and every Piece of it tendeth unto That to make People lead a Godly and Holy life Titus 2. 11 — The Grace of God that bringeth Salvation, hath appeared to all men: For all His Way and every Piece of it tendeth unto That to make People led a Godly and Holy life Titus 2. 11 — The Grace of God that brings Salvation, hath appeared to all men: c-acp d po31 n1 cc d n1 pp-f pn31 vvz p-acp d pc-acp vvi n1 vvi dt j cc j n1 np1 crd crd — dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz n1, vhz vvn p-acp d n2: (22) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 338
1218 Teaching us that denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and Godly, in this present World. Teaching us that denying ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, we should live soberly, righteously, and Godly, in this present World. vvg pno12 d vvg n1 cc j n2, pns12 vmd vvi av-j, av-j, cc j, p-acp d j n1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 338
1219 And upon the contrary, That way, whereof the most zealous mantainers and and followers, as to their generality have been still plagued with prophanity and looseness; And upon the contrary, That Way, whereof the most zealous maintainers and and followers, as to their generality have been still plagued with profanity and looseness; cc p-acp dt n-jn, cst n1, c-crq dt av-ds j n2 cc cc n2, c-acp p-acp po32 n1 vhb vbn av vvn p-acp n1 cc n1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 338
1220 That way I say looks not like the way of Christ. That Way I say looks not like the Way of christ. cst n1 pns11 vvb vvz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f np1. (22) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 338
1221 Wee'l find Christ himself doth lean no small weight on this Mark Matth. 7. 15, 16 Where he gives a general rule whereby to try false Prophets and teachers, to wit, The Fruits and Effects which their Doctrine hath upon their own Lives and Conversations Ye shall know them (saith he) by their fruits: Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles. We'll find christ himself does lean no small weight on this Mark Matthew 7. 15, 16 Where he gives a general Rule whereby to try false prophets and Teachers, to wit, The Fruits and Effects which their Doctrine hath upon their own Lives and Conversations You shall know them (Says he) by their fruits: Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles. pns12|vmb vvi np1 px31 vdz vvi dx j n1 p-acp d n1 np1 crd crd, crd c-crq pns31 vvz dt j n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi j n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi, dt n2 cc n2 r-crq po32 n1 vhz p-acp po32 d n2 cc n2 pn22 vmb vvi pno32 (vvz pns31) p-acp po32 n2: vdb n2 vvi n2 pp-f n2, cc n2 pp-f n2. (22) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 338
1222 And verse 20. Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them. And verse 20. Wherefore by their fruits you shall know them. cc n1 crd c-crq p-acp po32 n2 pn22 vmb vvi pno32. (22) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 339
1223 Now all these things are such undoubted Truths as none will get them deny'd in the general, Now all these things Are such undoubted Truths as none will get them denied in the general, av d d n2 vbr d j n2 c-acp pix vmb vvi pno32 vvn p-acp dt n1, (22) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 339
1224 and yet such as through Gods Blessing being rightly improven, may give People light in the former Question, To know which is Christ's Way, among the many waye• on foot in the Church of God; and yet such as through God's Blessing being rightly improven, may give People Light in the former Question, To know which is Christ's Way, among the many waye• on foot in the Church of God; cc av d c-acp p-acp ng1 n1 vbg av-jn vvn, vmb vvi n1 vvi p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz npg1 n1, p-acp dt d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (22) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 339
1225 so as we need not any further application, but exhort you with the Apostle Paul 2 Tim: 2. 7. Consider what I say, and the Lord give thee understanding in all things. so as we need not any further application, but exhort you with the Apostle Paul 2 Time: 2. 7. Consider what I say, and the Lord give thee understanding in all things. av c-acp pns12 vvb xx d jc n1, cc-acp vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 np1 crd n1: crd crd np1 q-crq pns11 vvb, cc dt n1 vvb pno21 n1 p-acp d n2. (22) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 339
1226 A SERMON PREACHED AT KILWINNING, Upon the Munday immediatly after the giving of the Communion. The Fourth SERMON. A SERMON PREACHED AT KILWINNING, Upon the Munday immediately After the giving of the Communion. The Fourth SERMON. dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt np1 av-j p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1. dt ord n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 340
1227 ACTS 11. 23. Who when he came, and had seen the Grace of God, was glad, ACTS 11. 23. Who when he Come, and had seen the Grace of God, was glad, np1 crd crd r-crq c-crq pns31 vvd, cc vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, vbds j, (23) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 340
1228 and exhorted them all that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord. and exhorted them all that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord. cc vvd pno32 d cst p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 340
1229 THE Scope of my Sermon yesterday from Jeremiah 3. 22. was to bring you to God: THE Scope of my Sermon yesterday from Jeremiah 3. 22. was to bring you to God: dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 av-an p-acp np1 crd crd vbds pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp np1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 340
1230 The Text in hand holds out a main Duty ye should make conscience of when ye are brought to him, The Text in hand holds out a main Duty you should make conscience of when you Are brought to him, dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz av dt j n1 pn22 vmd vvi n1 pp-f c-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 340
1231 and have closed with him, as all of you by your approaching to the Lord's Table profess ye have done. and have closed with him, as all of you by your approaching to the Lord's Table profess you have done. cc vhb vvn p-acp pno31, c-acp d pp-f pn22 p-acp po22 n-vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1 vvb pn22 vhb vdn. (23) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 340
1232 Your Duty now is with purpose of heart to cleave unto the Lord. Your Duty now is with purpose of heart to cleave unto the Lord. po22 n1 av vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 340
1233 I shall not run far back for finding out the Connexion of this Purpose with that which goeth before: I shall not run Far back for finding out the Connexion of this Purpose with that which Goes before: pns11 vmb xx vvi av-j av p-acp vvg av dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d r-crq vvz a-acp: (23) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 340
1234 Only ye may observe that Luke the Penman of the Holy Ghost in this History of the Acts, doth shew (from Verse 19 of this same Chapter ) how that through occasion of that Persecution which the Church at Jerusalem met with after Steven 's Death ▪ mentioned Chap. 8) the Gospel being preached by those who were forced to fly for their lives did wonderfully spread as far as Phan•ce, & Cyprus, and Antioch; Only you may observe that Lycia the Penman of the Holy Ghost in this History of the Acts, does show (from Verse 19 of this same Chapter) how that through occasion of that Persecution which the Church At Jerusalem met with After Steven is Death ▪ mentioned Chap. 8) the Gospel being preached by those who were forced to fly for their lives did wonderfully spread as Far as Phan•ce, & Cyprus, and Antioch; av-j pn22 vmb vvi d av dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2, vdz vvi (p-acp vvb crd pp-f d d n1) c-crq d p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq dt n1 p-acp np1 vvn p-acp p-acp np1 vbz n1 ▪ vvn np1 crd) dt n1 vbg vvn p-acp d r-crq vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 vdd av-j vvi c-acp av-j c-acp n1, cc np1, cc np1; (23) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 341
1235 And many in these Regions and Kingdoms were taken with it, for Verse 21, The hand of the Lord was with them, And many in these Regions and Kingdoms were taken with it, for Verse 21, The hand of the Lord was with them, cc d p-acp d n2 cc n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp vvb crd, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds p-acp pno32, (23) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 341
1236 and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord. and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord. cc dt j n1 vvn, cc vvd p-acp dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 341
1237 Whereupon as is shown v. 22. when these tidings came to the Church at Jerusalem, They sent forth Barnabas ▪ A Man of extraordinary Parts and Calling (for he was an Apostle, Whereupon as is shown v. 22. when these tidings Come to the Church At Jerusalem, They sent forth Barnabas ▪ A Man of extraordinary Parts and Calling (for he was an Apostle, c-crq c-acp vbz vvn n1 crd c-crq d n2 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vvd av np1 ▪ dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc vvg (c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 341
1238 as is clear from Acts 14. 14.) I say the Church sends him as far as Antioch, for helping foreward the Work. as is clear from Acts 14. 14.) I say the Church sends him as Far as Antioch, for helping forward the Work. c-acp vbz j p-acp n2 crd crd) pns11 vvb dt n1 vvz pno31 c-acp av-j c-acp np1, p-acp vvg av-j dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 341
1239 And in this Verse we have Barnabas his coming to them, and what he does when he comes: And in this Verse we have Barnabas his coming to them, and what he does when he comes: cc p-acp d vvb pns12 vhb np1 po31 n-vvg p-acp pno32, cc r-crq pns31 vdz r-crq pns31 vvz: (23) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 341
1240 Who when he came, and had seen the Grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord. Who when he Come, and had seen the Grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord. r-crq c-crq pns31 vvd, cc vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, vbds j, cc vvd pno32 d, cst p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 341
1241 In which Words we have these things consideraable. 1. Barnabas his coming to Antioch. 2. We have what he saw when he came, He saw the Grace of God, to wit, The wonderful effects of God's Grace, in bringing so many to embrace the Doctrine of the Gospel. 3. We have what this sight did work upon him. 1. It made him Glad. 2. It brought a pithy needful exhortation from him to these New Converts, the sum whereof is here set down — That with purpose of heart, they would cleave unto the Lord. In which Words we have these things consideraable. 1. Barnabas his coming to Antioch. 2. We have what he saw when he Come, He saw the Grace of God, to wit, The wondered effects of God's Grace, in bringing so many to embrace the Doctrine of the Gospel. 3. We have what this sighed did work upon him. 1. It made him Glad. 2. It brought a pithy needful exhortation from him to these New Converts, the sum whereof is Here Set down — That with purpose of heart, they would cleave unto the Lord. p-acp r-crq n2 pns12 vhb d n2 j. crd np1 po31 n-vvg p-acp np1. crd pns12 vhb r-crq pns31 vvd c-crq pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi, dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp vvg av d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. crd pns12 vhb q-crq d n1 vdd vvi p-acp pno31. crd pn31 vvd pno31 j. crd pn31 vvd dt j j n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d j vvz, dt n1 c-crq vbz av vvn a-acp — cst p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 341
1242 What Explication is needful, I shall insist on as I go through the Particulars. What Explication is needful, I shall insist on as I go through the Particulars. q-crq n1 vbz j, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2-j. (23) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 342
1243 First, It is mentioned he came to Antioch. But we hear nothing of any great train he carried along with him, First, It is mentioned he Come to Antioch. But we hear nothing of any great train he carried along with him, ord, pn31 vbz vvn pns31 vvd p-acp np1. cc-acp pns12 vvb pix pp-f d j n1 pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp pno31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 342
1244 Or any great solemnity at his Reception, tho he was an Apostle the highest Office-bearer in the Church: Or any great solemnity At his Reception, though he was an Apostle the highest Office-bearer in the Church: cc d j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs pns31 vbds dt n1 dt js n1 p-acp dt n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 342
1245 But only that he came, doubtless in a sober way as became a Minister of Christ: But only that he Come, doubtless in a Sobrium Way as became a Minister of christ: cc-acp av-j cst pns31 vvd, av-j p-acp dt j n1 a-acp vvd dt n1 pp-f np1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 342
1246 It was a thing then unknown in the World for Church-men to go accompanied with Trains like Princes, It was a thing then unknown in the World for Churchmen to go accompanied with Trains like Princes, pn31 vbds dt n1 av j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi vvn p-acp n2 av-j n2, (23) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 342
1247 and that whole Countrey sides and greatest Personages in them, behooved to wait upon their Grandeurs. and that Whole Country sides and greatest Personages in them, behooved to wait upon their Grandeurs. cc d j-jn n1 n2 cc js n2 p-acp pno32, vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 342
1248 It never was well with the Church of God since Church-men began to overtop Peers and Nobles. It never was well with the Church of God since Churchmen began to overtop Peers and Nobles. pn31 av-x vbds av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 vvd pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2-j. (23) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 342
1249 But the thing I mark from this is, That Barnabas tho an extraordinary Office-bearer in the Church and an Apostle, doth nevertheless obey the Orders of the Church at Jerusalem: For it's mentioned v. 22. That the Church at Jerusalem sent him forth, But the thing I mark from this is, That Barnabas though an extraordinary Office-bearer in the Church and an Apostle, does nevertheless obey the Order of the Church At Jerusalem: For it's mentioned v. 22. That the Church At Jerusalem sent him forth, p-acp dt n1 pns11 vvb p-acp d vbz, cst np1 av dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vdz av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1: c-acp pn31|vbz vvn n1 crd cst dt n1 p-acp np1 vvd pno31 av, (23) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 342
1250 and here, That he did come accordingly: and Here, That he did come accordingly: cc av, cst pns31 vdd vvi av-vvg: (23) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 342
1251 Now what this Church at Jerusalem was, to whose Directions he subjected himself, is clear from Act. 21. 18. It was the Church of Elders or Presbyters, Now what this Church At Jerusalem was, to whose Directions he subjected himself, is clear from Act. 21. 18. It was the Church of Elders or Presbyters, av q-crq d n1 p-acp np1 vbds, p-acp rg-crq n2 pns31 vvn px31, vbz j p-acp n1 crd crd pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n2, (23) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 342
1252 even a Presbytry as hath been made out convincingly these years by-past against the Independants. To the direction of which Elders, the Apostle Paul did submit himself there, as Barnabas doth here. even a Presbytery as hath been made out convincingly these Years bypast against the Independents. To the direction of which Elders, the Apostle Paul did submit himself there, as Barnabas does Here. av dt n1 a-acp vhz vbn vvn av av-vvg d ng2 j p-acp dt n2-jn. p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq n2-jn, dt n1 np1 vdd vvi px31 a-acp, c-acp np1 vdz av. (23) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 342
1253 From which it is clear, that even the Apostles and extraordinary Office-bearers of the Church were very respective and tender of that Authority which Jesus Christ hath given to His Church and the Judicatories thereof. From which it is clear, that even the Apostles and extraordinary Office-bearers of the Church were very respective and tender of that authority which jesus christ hath given to His Church and the Judges thereof. p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j, cst av dt n2 cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr av j cc j pp-f d n1 r-crq np1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc dt n2-jn av. (23) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 342
1254 This appears chiefly in Two things. This appears chiefly in Two things. np1 vvz av-jn p-acp crd n2. (23) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 342
1255 First. When there were Churches constitute and Church Judicatories erected to manage the Discipline of the Church, the Apostles did not exercise power of Jurisdiction over these Churches by themselves alone, First. When there were Churches constitute and Church Judges erected to manage the Discipline of the Church, the Apostles did not exercise power of Jurisdiction over these Churches by themselves alone, ord. c-crq a-acp vbdr np1 vvi cc n1 np1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 vdd xx vvi n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp px32 av-j, (23) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 343
1256 neither in the Ordination of Ministers, nor in the Censuring or Excommunicating of Scandalous Offenders, neither in the Ordination of Ministers, nor in the Censuring or Excommunicating of Scandalous Offenders, av-dx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, ccx p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f j n2, (23) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 343
1257 but tho they were without doubt universal Pastors of the whole Church, yet they did remit the same to Ordinary Church Judicatories: but though they were without doubt universal Pastors of the Whole Church, yet they did remit the same to Ordinary Church Judges: cc-acp cs pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 j ng1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, av pns32 vdd vvi dt d p-acp j n1 n2-jn: (23) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 343
1258 Thus Paul doth not Ordain Timothy to be a Minister alone, but admits the Ordinary Presbytery to do it. 1 Tim. 4. 14. Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophesy, with the laying on of the hands of the Presbytery. Thus Paul does not Ordain Timothy to be a Minister alone, but admits the Ordinary Presbytery to do it. 1 Tim. 4. 14. Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophesy, with the laying on of the hands of the Presbytery. av np1 vdz xx vvi np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 av-j, cc-acp vvz dt j n1 pc-acp vdi pn31. crd np1 crd crd vvb xx dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno21, r-crq vbds vvn pno21 p-acp vvi, p-acp dt vvg p-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 343
1259 And 1 Cor. 5. he clearly speaks of the power of Excommunication as residing in the Church Judicatory at Corinth, and reproves them for their not making use of that Power in Excommunicating the Incestuous Person, And 1 Cor. 5. he clearly speaks of the power of Excommunication as residing in the Church Judicatory At Corinth, and reproves them for their not making use of that Power in Excommunicating the Incestuous Person, cc crd np1 crd pns31 av-j vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 j p-acp np1, cc vvz pno32 p-acp po32 xx vvg n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp vvg dt j n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 343
1260 and stirrs them up to their Duty. and stirs them up to their Duty. cc vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp po32 n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 343
1261 V. 4, 5. That In the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ when ye are gathered together, V. 4, 5. That In the Name of our Lord jesus christ when you Are gathered together, n1 crd, crd cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1 c-crq pn22 vbr vvn av, (23) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 343
1262 and my Spirit with the power of our Lord Jesus Christ. and my Spirit with the power of our Lord jesus christ. cc po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 343
1263 V. 5. To deliver such an one unto Satan, for the destruction of the Flesh, that the Spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus. V. 5. To deliver such an one unto Satan, for the destruction of the Flesh, that the Spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord jesus. n1 crd pc-acp vvi d dt pi p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 343
1264 A Second thing wherein the Apostles did show their respect to Church Judicatories was this which is here mentioned in the Text, That in many things they were ordered by, and subject to their directions: A Second thing wherein the Apostles did show their respect to Church Judges was this which is Here mentioned in the Text, That in many things they were ordered by, and Subject to their directions: dt ord n1 c-crq dt n2 vdd vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1 np1 vbds d r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, cst p-acp d n2 pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp, cc n-jn p-acp po32 n2: (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 343
1265 Thus in the place cited Acts 21. 20. The Church of Elders or Presbyters at Jerusalem give their Injunctions to Paul that for removal of an offence that many thousands of Jews had taken against him he should publictly practise some of the Jewish Ceremonies in purifying himself and shaving his head, which were at that time things indifferent: Thus in the place cited Acts 21. 20. The Church of Elders or Presbyters At Jerusalem give their Injunctions to Paul that for removal of an offence that many thousands of jews had taken against him he should publicly practise Some of the Jewish Ceremonies in purifying himself and shaving his head, which were At that time things indifferent: av p-acp dt n1 vvn n2 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n2 p-acp np1 vvb po32 n2 p-acp np1 cst p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cst d crd pp-f np2 vhd vvn p-acp pno31 pns31 vmd av-j vvi d pp-f dt jp n2 p-acp n-vvg px31 cc vvg po31 n1, r-crq vbdr p-acp d n1 n2 j: (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 344
1266 And accordingly it's mentioned v. 26. That Paul did follow their direction: And accordingly it's mentioned v. 26. That Paul did follow their direction: cc av-vvg pn31|vbz vvn n1 crd cst np1 vdd vvi po32 n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 344
1267 All which shews that the Authority of Church Judicatories was very much tendred even by the Apostles themselves. All which shows that the authority of Church Judges was very much tendered even by the Apostles themselves. d r-crq vvz d dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 vbds av av-d vvn av p-acp dt n2 px32. (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 344
1268 The Bishops do indeed boast themselves to be the Apostles Successors, and their only Successors, I shall not stand upon this, It being made very clear by Protestant writers against the Papists, In the controversy about the Pope, That the Apostles had no Successors, The Bishops do indeed boast themselves to be the Apostles Successors, and their only Successors, I shall not stand upon this, It being made very clear by Protestant writers against the Papists, In the controversy about the Pope, That the Apostles had no Successors, dt n2 vdb av vvi px32 pc-acp vbi dt n2 n2, cc po32 j n2, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d, pn31 vbg vvn av j p-acp n1 n2 p-acp dt njp2, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst dt n2 vhd dx n2, (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 344
1269 as to what was extraordinary in their Office; as to what was extraordinary in their Office; c-acp p-acp r-crq vbds j p-acp po32 n1; (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 344
1270 and as to that which was Ordinary in it, as to Preach the Word, Dispense the Sacraments, and as to that which was Ordinary in it, as to Preach the Word, Dispense the Sacraments, cc c-acp p-acp cst r-crq vbds j p-acp pn31, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, vvi dt n2, (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 344
1271 and exercise Church Discipline over particular Churches, That they have in these all Ministers for their Successors: and exercise Church Discipline over particular Churches, That they have in these all Ministers for their Successors: cc vvi n1 n1 p-acp j n2, cst pns32 vhb p-acp d d n2 p-acp po32 n2: (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 344
1272 But passing that, What I am now on is, That the Bishops of these latter times have encroached more upon the Power and priviledge left by Christ unto his Church and Church Judicatories, But passing that, What I am now on is, That the Bishops of these latter times have encroached more upon the Power and privilege left by christ unto his Church and Church Judges, cc-acp vvg cst, r-crq pns11 vbm av a-acp vbz, cst dt n2 pp-f d d n2 vhb vvn av-dc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 n2, (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 344
1273 than ever the Apostles themthemselves (whose Successors they give themselves out for) did. than ever the Apostles themthemselves (whose Successors they give themselves out for) did. cs av dt n2 n2 (rg-crq n2 pns32 vvb px32 av p-acp) vdd. (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 344
1274 For as I have cleared from the present Doctrine, The Apostles did leave the matters of Ordinary Jurisdiction to be managed by Ordinary Church Judicatories; For as I have cleared from the present Doctrine, The Apostles did leave the matters of Ordinary Jurisdiction to be managed by Ordinary Church Judges; p-acp c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1, dt n2 vdd vvi dt n2 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n1 np1; (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 344
1275 but so do not they, The whole Body of Christ's Ministers within a Church (though they were all gathered together) may neither Ordain a Minister, but so do not they, The Whole Body of Christ's Ministers within a Church (though they were all gathered together) may neither Ordain a Minister, cc-acp av vdb xx pns32, dt j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1 (c-acp pns32 vbdr d vvn av) vmb d vvi dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 344
1276 nor Excommunicate a Scandalous Offender, but this must be done only by the Bishop, and such as •e doth Substitute under him for it. nor Excommunicate a Scandalous Offender, but this must be done only by the Bishop, and such as •e does Substitute under him for it. ccx j dt j n1, cc-acp d vmb vbi vdn av-j p-acp dt n1, cc d c-acp n1 vdz vvi p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31. (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 345
1277 Again the Apostles were in some things at least subject and ordered by the Directions of Church Judicatories, Again the Apostles were in Some things At least Subject and ordered by the Directions of Church Judges, av dt n2 vbdr p-acp d n2 p-acp ds j-jn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 np1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 345
1278 but so are not They, such a Condiscendance could not stand with their Honours and Dignities. but so Are not They, such a Condiscendance could not stand with their Honours and Dignities. cc-acp av vbr xx pns32, d dt n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp po32 ng1 cc n2. (23) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 345
1279 Secondly, We have in the Text what Barnabas saw among them when he came, and this is called, The Grace of God. The meaning whereof is not as if all of them had been converted and indued with saving Grace, Secondly, We have in the Text what Barnabas saw among them when he Come, and this is called, The Grace of God. The meaning whereof is not as if all of them had been converted and endued with Saving Grace, ord, pns12 vhb p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno32 c-crq pns31 vvd, cc d vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1. dt n1 c-crq vbz xx c-acp cs d pp-f pno32 vhd vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp vvg n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 345
1280 neither doth Grace here signify Gods Grace inherent in them, but Gods Grace and free Favour which he saw in the effects of it, in that it wrought so Powerfully in bringing a great many to embrace the Doctrine of the Gospel among whom there (doubtless) were many sincere and real Converts, neither does Grace Here signify God's Grace inherent in them, but God's Grace and free Favour which he saw in the effects of it, in that it wrought so Powerfully in bringing a great many to embrace the Doctrine of the Gospel among whom there (doubtless) were many sincere and real Converts, av-dx vdz vvi av vvi npg1 n1 j p-acp pno32, cc-acp ng1 n1 cc j n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp cst pn31 vvd av av-j p-acp vvg dt j av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp ro-crq a-acp (av-j) vbdr d j cc j vvz, (23) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 345
1281 though all of them were not so. However the thing he saw was, The mighty progress and success of the Gospel; though all of them were not so. However the thing he saw was, The mighty progress and success of the Gospel; cs d pp-f pno32 vbdr xx av. c-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd vbds, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (23) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 345
1282 and this occasioned by a strong and cruel Persecution (mentioned verse 19) the Ministers are forced to flee from their Flocks; and this occasioned by a strong and cruel Persecution (mentioned verse 19) the Ministers Are forced to flee from their Flocks; cc d vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1 (vvd n1 crd) dt n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2; (23) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 345
1283 wherever they go they Preach, Gods Grace and mighty Hand accompanies their Labour to the Conversion of many thousand Souls, this is the Grace which Barnabas saw. wherever they go they Preach, God's Grace and mighty Hand Accompanies their Labour to the Conversion of many thousand Souls, this is the Grace which Barnabas saw. c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vvb, npg1 n1 cc j n1 vvz po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n2, d vbz dt vvb r-crq np1 vvd. (23) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 345
1284 Hence take this Doctrine, That sadest Persecutions for Truth do frequently prove an occasion of the Gospels spreading: Hence take this Doctrine, That Saddest Persecutions for Truth do frequently prove an occasion of the Gospels spreading: av vvi d n1, cst js n2 p-acp n1 vdb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 vvg: (23) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 345
1285 Thus it was Act: 8. 3. Saul — made havock of the Church, entring into every House, Thus it was Act: 8. 3. Saul — made havoc of the Church, entering into every House, av pn31 vbds n1: crd crd np1 — vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg p-acp d n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 345
1286 and haling Men and Women, committed them to Prison. and haling Men and Women, committed them to Prison. cc vvg n2 cc n2, vvd pno32 p-acp n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 345
1287 v. 4. Therefore they that were scattered abroad, went every where Preaching the Word, Even as far as Ph•nice, Cyprus and Antioch, as it is ver. 19 of this Chapter The making havock of the Church occasioned the enlargement of the Church, which hath frequently fallen out since, which gave ground to that true and ancient saying, The Blood of Martyrs is the seed of the Church. v. 4. Therefore they that were scattered abroad, went every where Preaching the Word, Even as Far as Ph•nice, Cyprus and Antioch, as it is for. 19 of this Chapter The making havoc of the Church occasioned the enlargement of the Church, which hath frequently fallen out since, which gave ground to that true and ancient saying, The Blood of Martyrs is the seed of the Church. n1 crd av pns32 cst vbdr vvn av, vvd d c-crq vvg dt n1, av-j c-acp av-j c-acp np1, np1 cc np1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp. crd pp-f d n1 dt vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhz av-j vvn av a-acp, r-crq vvd n1 p-acp d j cc j n-vvg, dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 346
1288 The Reasons why the Work and Grace of God thrives best at such times may be many. The Reasons why the Work and Grace of God thrives best At such times may be many. dt n2 c-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvz js p-acp d n2 vmb vbi d. (23) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 346
1289 As 1. Peoples Ears are then bored and readiest to drink in the Word with greediness, As 1. Peoples Ears Are then bored and Readiest to drink in the Word with greediness, p-acp crd ng1 n2 vbr av vvn cc js pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 346
1290 because then they have little other comfort left them: Because then they have little other Comfort left them: c-acp cs pns32 vhb j j-jn n1 vvd pno32: (23) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 346
1291 Affliction and Persecution is a Tasty Sawce to make the Word Relish, Psal. 141. v. 6. When their Judges are overthrown in stony places, they shall hear my words for they are sweet. Affliction and Persecution is a Tasty Sauce to make the Word Relish, Psalm 141. v. 6. When their Judges Are overthrown in stony places, they shall hear my words for they Are sweet. n1 cc n1 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb, np1 crd n1 crd c-crq po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp j n2, pns32 vmb vvi po11 n2 c-acp pns32 vbr j. (23) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 346
1292 2. At such times the Servants of Christ are more diligent in their Work, as they can have access to it, 2. At such times the Servants of christ Are more diligent in their Work, as they can have access to it, crd p-acp d n2 dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av-dc j p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pns32 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pn31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 346
1293 and more fervent in dealing with God by Prayer for a Blessing to their Work, because the thriving of their Work is all the reward which they can then expect. and more fervent in dealing with God by Prayer for a Blessing to their Work, Because the thriving of their Work is all the reward which they can then expect. cc av-dc j p-acp vvg p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po32 n1 vbz d dt n1 r-crq pns32 vmb av vvi. (23) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 346
1294 And 3. The Lord doth then, usually countenance the Labours of his Servants most, because they are most despised, few do then care for them, And 3. The Lord does then, usually countenance the Labours of his Servants most, Because they Are most despised, few do then care for them, cc crd dt n1 vdz av, av-j n1 dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 ds, c-acp pns32 vbr av-ds vvn, d vdb av vvi p-acp pno32, (23) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 346
1295 or takes any notice of them. or Takes any notice of them. cc vvz d n1 pp-f pno32. (23) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 346
1296 And therefore the Lord takes this way, both to hearten them and to put respect upon them. And Therefore the Lord Takes this Way, both to hearten them and to put respect upon them. cc av dt n1 vvz d n1, av-d pc-acp vvi pno32 cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32. (23) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 346
1297 And 4. The Couragious, Constant and Cheerful enduring of Hardships and Sufferings for Truth, doth commend that Truth for which they suffer, And 4. The Courageous, Constant and Cheerful enduring of Hardships and Sufferings for Truth, does commend that Truth for which they suffer, cc crd dt j, j cc j j-vvg pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, vdz vvi d n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb, (23) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 346
1298 unto others, even to indifferent Spectators; unto Others, even to indifferent Spectators; p-acp n2-jn, av p-acp j n2; (23) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 346
1299 and makes them enquire after it, and desirous to know what so much worth there can be in it. and makes them inquire After it, and desirous to know what so much worth there can be in it. cc vvz pno32 vvi p-acp pn31, cc j pc-acp vvi r-crq av d n1 a-acp vmb vbi p-acp pn31. (23) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 346
1300 I shall not insist for Application, hasting forward to the latter part of the Text, Only if it be so, I shall not insist for Application, hasting forward to the latter part of the Text, Only if it be so, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1, vvg av-j p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j cs pn31 vbb av, (23) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 347
1301 Then People are not to lookupon Persecution and a suffering time for Truth, whenever it comes, Then People Are not to lookupon Persecution and a suffering time for Truth, whenever it comes, av n1 vbr xx p-acp av n1 cc dt j-vvg n1 p-acp n1, av pn31 vvz, (23) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 347
1302 as so sad, so dismal, and dreadful a thing, For this at least may be expected to be lovely in it; as so sad, so dismal, and dreadful a thing, For this At least may be expected to be lovely in it; c-acp av j, av j, cc j dt n1, c-acp d c-acp ds vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn31; (23) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 347
1303 The same Truth which men labour to bear down, shall spread the faster and the further. The same Truth which men labour to bear down, shall spread the faster and the further. dt d n1 r-crq n2 vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp, vmb vvi dt jc cc dt jc. (23) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 347
1304 And that this is so, the following Doctrine will shew. And that this is so, the following Doctrine will show. cc cst d vbz av, dt j-vvg n1 vmb vvi. (23) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 347
1305 Another Doctrine ariseth from the first effect this sight did work on Barnabas, It made him Glad, for so saith the Text, Who when he came and had seen the Grace of God was glad. another Doctrine arises from the First Effect this sighed did work on Barnabas, It made him Glad, for so Says the Text, Who when he Come and had seen the Grace of God was glad. j-jn n1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 d n1 vdd vvi p-acp np1, pn31 vvd pno31 j, p-acp av vvz dt n1, r-crq c-crq pns31 vvd cc vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j. (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 347
1306 The Doctrine is this, That the Gospel and Truth do spread, and gain ground among People, is matter of Joy and gladness to a Godly heart, The Doctrine is this, That the Gospel and Truth do spread, and gain ground among People, is matter of Joy and gladness to a Godly heart, dt n1 vbz d, cst dt n1 cc n1 vdb vvi, cc vvi n1 p-acp n1, vbz n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 347
1307 though the times were otherwise never so sad: though the times were otherwise never so sad: cs dt n2 vbdr av av av j: (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 347
1308 For there were many things to make Barnabas sad at this time, If we consider 1. How they had stoned the first Martyr Stephen to death, a man full of the Holy Ghost, For there were many things to make Barnabas sad At this time, If we Consider 1. How they had stoned the First Martyr Stephen to death, a man full of the Holy Ghost, c-acp a-acp vbdr d n2 pc-acp vvi np1 j p-acp d n1, cs pns12 vvb crd c-crq pns32 vhd vvn dt ord n1 np1 p-acp n1, dt n1 j pp-f dt j n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 347
1309 and used him so as if he had been the most notorious Malefactor that ever the Earth carried. and used him so as if he had been the most notorious Malefactor that ever the Earth carried. cc vvd pno31 av c-acp cs pns31 vhd vbn dt av-ds j n1 cst av dt n1 vvd. (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 347
1310 And 2. The prosperous state of the Churches Enemies, the Scribes, Pharisees, High-Priests, a company of degenerate corrupt Churchmen, who at that time did sit at Jerusalem, guiding all things at their pleasure, That if any did but mutter against their State and Dignity, And 2. The prosperous state of the Churches Enemies, the Scribes, Pharisees, High priests, a company of degenerate corrupt Churchmen, who At that time did fit At Jerusalem, guiding all things At their pleasure, That if any did but mutter against their State and Dignity, cc crd dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 n2, dt n2, np2, n2, dt n1 pp-f j j n2, r-crq p-acp d n1 vdd vvi p-acp np1, vvg d n2 p-acp po32 n1, cst cs d vdd p-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 347
1311 though in the furthest part of all the Realm, their hand could easily reach them; though in the furthest part of all the Realm, their hand could Easily reach them; cs p-acp dt js n1 pp-f d dt n1, po32 n1 vmd av-j vvi pno32; (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 347
1312 They needed no more but hound out a Saul with a Commission if it were to Damasc•s to take them, They needed no more but hound out a Saul with a Commission if it were to Damasc•s to take them, pns32 vvd dx dc p-acp n1 av dt np1 p-acp dt n1 cs pn31 vbdr p-acp j pc-acp vvi pno32, (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 347
1313 and bring them bound to Jerusalem. As is clear from Acts 9. 1, 2. And 3. if ye consider his own poor condition, and bring them bound to Jerusalem. As is clear from Acts 9. 1, 2. And 3. if you Consider his own poor condition, cc vvi pno32 vvn p-acp np1. c-acp vbz j p-acp n2 crd crd, crd cc crd cs pn22 vvb po31 d j n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 347
1314 and that of others the Servants of Christ at that time, who were hunted from corner to corner, yea from Kingdom to Kingdom. and that of Others the Servants of christ At that time, who were hunted from corner to corner, yea from Kingdom to Kingdom. cc d pp-f n2-jn dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, uh p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 348
1315 These, and many such things as these, were at that time to make Barnabas sad, These, and many such things as these, were At that time to make Barnabas sad, np1, cc d d n2 c-acp d, vbdr p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi np1 j, (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 348
1316 and yet this makes him take all in the better part, and in a manner digest all, That when he came he saw the Grace of God had accompanied the Labours of his despised Servants, and yet this makes him take all in the better part, and in a manner digest all, That when he Come he saw the Grace of God had accompanied the Labours of his despised Servants, cc av d vvz pno31 vvi d p-acp dt jc n1, cc p-acp dt n1 vvi d, cst c-crq pns31 vvd pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn dt n2 pp-f po31 j-vvn n2, (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 348
1317 and a rich Income of Souls to the knowledge of Christ and the Gospel. and a rich Income of Souls to the knowledge of christ and the Gospel. cc dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 348
1318 And when he saw this, he was glad; He is in some sort so transported with it, That in a manner he forgets Stephen 's death, he envyeth not the prosperous state of the Churches Enemies, no• doth much resent his Own hard lot, And when he saw this, he was glad; He is in Some sort so transported with it, That in a manner he forgets Stephen is death, he envyeth not the prosperous state of the Churches Enemies, no• does much resent his Own hard lot, cc c-crq pns31 vvd d, pns31 vbds j; pns31 vbz p-acp d n1 av vvn p-acp pn31, cst p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz np1 vbz n1, pns31 vvz xx dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 n2, n1 vdz d vvi po31 d j n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 348
1319 or that of others, who were Christs Faithful Saints and Servants. or that of Others, who were Christ Faithful Saints and Servants. cc d pp-f n2-jn, r-crq vbdr npg1 j n2 cc n2. (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 348
1320 All which cleareth the Doctrine, That the spreading of Truth will make a Godly Heart Glad ▪ though the times otherwise were never so sad. All which cleareth the Doctrine, That the spreading of Truth will make a Godly Heart Glad ▪ though the times otherwise were never so sad. av-d r-crq vvz dt n1, cst dt j-vvg pp-f n1 vmb vvi dt j n1 j ▪ a-acp dt n2 av vbdr av-x av j. (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 348
1321 Thus was it with the Apostle Paul, Philip, 1. 12. The things which happened unto me. Thus was it with the Apostle Paul, Philip, 1. 12. The things which happened unto me. av vbds pn31 p-acp dt n1 np1, np1, crd crd dt n2 r-crq vvd p-acp pno11. (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 348
1322 (saith he meaning his Bonds, Imprisonment and other harsh usage) have fallen out rather unto the furtherance of the Gospel. (Says he meaning his Bonds, Imprisonment and other harsh usage) have fallen out rather unto the furtherance of the Gospel. (vvz pns31 vvg po31 n2, n1 cc j-jn j n1) vhb vvn av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 348
1323 Whereupon v. 18. he breaks out, What then? notwithstanding every way, whether in pretence or in Truth, Christ is Preached; and I therein do rejoyce; yea, and will rejoyce. Whereupon v. 18. he breaks out, What then? notwithstanding every Way, whither in pretence or in Truth, christ is Preached; and I therein do rejoice; yea, and will rejoice. c-crq n1 crd pns31 vvz av, q-crq av? p-acp d n1, cs p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, np1 vbz vvn; cc pns11 av vdb vvi; uh, cc vmb vvi. (23) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 348
1324 For Vse 1. Try your selves by this, What it is that makes you Glad, Is it the thriving of Gods work in Souls? The down-bearing of Sin? The growth of Piety? If so, It speaks thee to be a man of Barnabas temper: For Use 1. Try your selves by this, What it is that makes you Glad, Is it the thriving of God's work in Souls? The down-bearing of since? The growth of Piety? If so, It speaks thee to be a man of Barnabas temper: p-acp vvb crd vvb po22 n2 p-acp d, r-crq pn31 vbz cst vvz pn22 j, vbz pn31 dt j-vvg pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2? dt j pp-f n1? dt n1 pp-f n1? cs av, pn31 vvz pno21 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 348
1325 and upon the other hand, If things of that kind do rather make the sad; and upon the other hand, If things of that kind do rather make the sad; cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs n2 pp-f d n1 vdb av vvi dt j; (23) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 348
1326 and if the back-going of Gods Work, The destroying what he hath built, The plucking up of what he hath planted, The thriving of sin and Wickedness ▪ The general Loosness of the times; and if the back-going of God's Work, The destroying what he hath built, The plucking up of what he hath planted, The thriving of since and Wickedness ▪ The general Looseness of the times; cc cs dt j pp-f npg1 n1, dt vvg r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, dt vvg a-acp pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, dt j-vvg pp-f n1 cc n1 ▪ dt j n1 pp-f dt n2; (23) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 349
1327 If (I say) these things make thee Glad; It speaks thee to be a man of a woful temper, a very Godless Heart. If (I say) these things make thee Glad; It speaks thee to be a man of a woeful temper, a very Godless Heart. cs (pns11 vvb) d n2 vvb pno21 j; pn31 vvz pno21 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, dt j j n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 349
1328 But 2. If this be a thing that will make a Godly Heart Gla•, in the saddest of times, But 2. If this be a thing that will make a Godly Heart Gla•, in the Saddest of times, p-acp crd cs d vbb dt n1 cst vmb vvi dt j n1 np1, p-acp dt js pp-f n2, (23) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 349
1329 then Pray to God for it; then Pray to God for it; av vvb p-acp np1 p-acp pn31; (23) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 349
1330 that it may be so, That the Work of God may thrive in Hearts, That those woful Spiritual Plagues of Security, Deadness and Hardness of Heart may be removed, that it may be so, That the Work of God may thrive in Hearts, That those woeful Spiritual Plagues of Security, Deadness and Hardness of Heart may be removed, cst pn31 vmb vbi av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp n2, cst d j j n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn, (23) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 349
1331 and the Gospel may take many by the Heart who never hitherto knew the Power of it. and the Gospel may take many by the Heart who never hitherto knew the Power of it. cc dt n1 vmb vvi d p-acp dt n1 r-crq av-x av vvd dt n1 pp-f pn31. (23) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 349
1332 It's easie for God to bless his Truth in the Mouth of his despised and persecuted Servants, It's easy for God to bless his Truth in the Mouth of his despised and persecuted Servants, pn31|vbz j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn cc vvn n2, (23) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 349
1333 and to make a gracious Change, tho Wickedness were at the greatest hight: and to make a gracious Change, though Wickedness were At the greatest hight: cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cs n1 vbdr p-acp dt js n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 349
1334 And if he do it, whatever may be the other sadness of the Times, thou who art a Godly Heart shall have reason to be Glad, yea and thou shall be Glad, tho thou were lying bound in a Prison with Paul, thou shalt in a manner forget thy Sorrow, And if he do it, whatever may be the other sadness of the Times, thou who art a Godly Heart shall have reason to be Glad, yea and thou shall be Glad, though thou were lying bound in a Prison with Paul, thou shalt in a manner forget thy Sorrow, cc cs pns31 vdb pn31, r-crq vmb vbi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2, pns21 r-crq vb2r dt j n1 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vbi j, uh cc pns21 vmb vbi j, cs pns21 vbdr vvg vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, pns21 vm2 p-acp dt n1 vvb po21 n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 349
1335 and in that thou wilt rejoyce. and in that thou wilt rejoice. cc p-acp cst pns21 vm2 vvi. (23) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 349
1336 But I come now to the 2d. Effect which this sight did work in Barnabas; It brought a pithy needful Exhortation from him to these new Converts: But I come now to the 2d. Effect which this sighed did work in Barnabas; It brought a pithy needful Exhortation from him to these new Converts: cc-acp pns11 vvb av p-acp dt crd. vvb r-crq d n1 vdd vvi p-acp np1; pn31 vvd dt j j n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d j vvz: (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 349
1337 For saith the Text, — When he had seen the Grace of God he was glad and exhorted them all, &c. I observe first in general that this was the Eirand the Church of Jerusalem had sent him on, at least the Chief part of it, For Says the Text, — When he had seen the Grace of God he was glad and exhorted them all, etc. I observe First in general that this was the Eirand the Church of Jerusalem had sent him on, At least the Chief part of it, c-acp vvz dt n1, — c-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 pns31 vbds j cc vvd pno32 d, av pns11 vvb ord p-acp n1 cst d vbds dt np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn pno31 a-acp, p-acp ds dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 349
1338 and that which he minded most, therefore his discharging this part of his Commission is only mentioned, and that which he minded most, Therefore his discharging this part of his Commission is only mentioned, cc cst r-crq pns31 vvd av-ds, av po31 n-vvg d n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz av-j vvn, (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 349
1339 even his Exhorting of them and Confirming them, by Preaching to them. even his Exhorting of them and Confirming them, by Preaching to them. av po31 vvg pp-f pno32 cc vvg pno32, p-acp vvg p-acp pno32. (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 350
1340 Hence this is clear, That Preaching and Exhortation is one part at least of the Ministerial Office, Hence this is clear, That Preaching and Exhortation is one part At least of the Ministerial Office, av d vbz j, cst vvg cc n1 vbz crd n1 p-acp ds pp-f dt j n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 350
1341 yea and a great part of it: yea and a great part of it: uh cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31: (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 350
1342 It is such a piece of the Ministers Duty, that both the Converted and Unconverted have need of it, It is such a piece of the Ministers Duty, that both the Converted and Unconverted have need of it, pn31 vbz d dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cst d dt vvn cc vvn vhb n1 pp-f pn31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 350
1343 and such need, That in an ordinary way they cannot be saved without it. and such need, That in an ordinary Way they cannot be saved without it. cc d n1, cst p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 350
1344 It's needful to the Unconverted, For Rom. 10. 17. — Faith cometh by hearing — And 1 Cor. 1. 21. — It pleased God by the foolishness of Preaching to save them that believe. It's needful to the Unconverted, For Rom. 10. 17. — Faith comes by hearing — And 1 Cor. 1. 21. — It pleased God by the foolishness of Preaching to save them that believe. pn31|vbz j p-acp dt vvn, c-acp np1 crd crd — n1 vvz p-acp vvg — cc crd np1 crd crd — pn31 vvd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vvb. (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 350
1345 It's needful also to the Converted, as is clear both from this Text (for after he had seen the Grace of God among them, He seeth it needful to exhort them) and from Acts 14 ▪ 21, 22. The Apostle Paul did Confirm the Disciples, and exhorted them to continue in the Faith, Exhortation and Preaching even to those that are already Converted, is God's mean to Confirm them. It's needful also to the Converted, as is clear both from this Text (for After he had seen the Grace of God among them, He sees it needful to exhort them) and from Acts 14 ▪ 21, 22. The Apostle Paul did Confirm the Disciples, and exhorted them to continue in the Faith, Exhortation and Preaching even to those that Are already Converted, is God's mean to Confirm them. pn31|vbz j av p-acp dt vvn, c-acp vbz j av-d p-acp d n1 (c-acp c-acp pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz pn31 j pc-acp vvi pno32) cc p-acp n2 crd ▪ crd, crd dt n1 np1 vdd vvi dt n2, cc vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, n1 cc vvg av p-acp d cst vbr av vvn, vbz npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 350
1346 In a word, it will neither be good for the Converted nor Unconverted among us if ever it come to this (as the Lord knoweth how soon it may come) that Preaching shall be looked on as no part, In a word, it will neither be good for the Converted nor Unconverted among us if ever it come to this (as the Lord Knoweth how soon it may come) that Preaching shall be looked on as no part, p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb av-dx vbi j p-acp dt vvn ccx vvn p-acp pno12 cs av pn31 vvb p-acp d (c-acp dt n1 vvz c-crq av pn31 vmb vvi) d vvg vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dx n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 350
1347 or a very Inconsiderable part of the Ministers Duty, or a thing Indifferent whether he Preach or not, providing ye Read, Sing, or a very Inconsiderable part of the Ministers Duty, or a thing Indifferent whither he Preach or not, providing you Read, Sing, cc dt j j n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cc dt n1 j cs pns31 vvb cc xx, vvg pn22 vvb, vvb, (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 350
1348 or Say a Set Service, which within a little cannot but wear threed-bare to people by frequent Hearing: Alas! or Say a Set Service, which within a little cannot but wear threadbare to people by frequent Hearing: Alas! cc vvb dt j-vvn n1, r-crq p-acp dt j vmbx cc-acp vvi j p-acp n1 p-acp j n-vvg: uh! (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 350
1349 how little Food is there in such like work for hungry exercised Souls? How little stuff to rouze up or work upon the dead drouzie secure Conscience? We read in Scripture that Apostles, Evangelists and Ministers, were sent out to preach and to mind that as a great part of their Work, how little Food is there in such like work for hungry exercised Souls? How little stuff to rouse up or work upon the dead drowsy secure Conscience? We read in Scripture that Apostles, Evangelists and Ministers, were sent out to preach and to mind that as a great part of their Work, q-crq j n1 vbz a-acp p-acp d j n1 p-acp j vvn n2? q-crq j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp dt j j j n1? pns12 vvb p-acp n1 cst n2, n2 cc n2, vbdr vvn av pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 350
1350 yea and to mind it more than the Administration of the Sacraments, 1 Cor. 1. 17. — Christ sent me not to Baptize but to preach the Gospel. yea and to mind it more than the Administration of the Sacraments, 1 Cor. 1. 17. — christ sent me not to Baptise but to preach the Gospel. uh cc pc-acp vvi pn31 av-dc cs dt n1 pp-f dt n2, crd np1 crd crd — np1 vvd pno11 xx p-acp vvb cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 351
1351 That is, not so much to Baptize as to Preach; But we never find they were sent out to read, say, — That is, not so much to Baptise as to Preach; But we never find they were sent out to read, say, — cst vbz, xx av av-d p-acp vvb a-acp p-acp vvb; p-acp pns12 av vvb pns32 vbdr vvn av pc-acp vvi, vvb, (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 351
1352 or sing a Set Service, and much less, that they did place the stress of Religion on such a Service, Caring the less, or sing a Set Service, and much less, that they did place the stress of Religion on such a Service, Caring the less, cc vvi dt vvb n1, cc av-d av-dc, cst pns32 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1, vvg dt av-dc, (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 351
1353 if that were done, whether there had been Preaching or not: Alas! if that were done, whither there had been Preaching or not: Alas! cs d vbdr vdn, cs pc-acp vhd vbn vvg cc xx: uh! (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 351
1354 Beloved, when we consider how much plain and powerful Preaching, fervent and Soul-piercing Exhortation hath been in Britain, and how little use, the Generality have made of it, beloved, when we Consider how much plain and powerful Preaching, fervent and Soul-piercing Exhortation hath been in Britain, and how little use, the Generality have made of it, j-vvn, c-crq pns12 vvb c-crq d j cc j vvg, j cc j n1 vhz vbn p-acp np1, cc c-crq j n1, dt n1 vhb vvn pp-f pn31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 351
1355 and how much they have undervalued it: and how much they have undervalved it: cc c-crq d pns32 vhb vvn pn31: (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 351
1356 It were little wonder though liberty to Preach were taken from Ministers, or Preaching Ministers removed from People, It were little wonder though liberty to Preach were taken from Ministers, or Preaching Ministers removed from People, pn31 vbdr j n1 cs n1 p-acp vvb vbdr vvn p-acp n2, cc vvg n2 vvn p-acp n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 351
1357 and such set over them as can do no more than what any School Boy may do, and such Set over them as can do no more than what any School Boy may do, cc d vvn p-acp pno32 c-acp vmb vdi dx dc cs r-crq d n1 n1 vmb vdi, (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 351
1358 even to read an Homily or old printed Preaching, and to chant over a Service Book. even to read an Homily or old printed Preaching, and to chant over a Service Book. av pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc j vvn vvg, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 351
1359 But I come to the Exhortation it self, or rather the sum of what Barnabas preached to them: But I come to the Exhortation it self, or rather the sum of what Barnabas preached to them: cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1, cc av-c dt n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vvn p-acp pno32: (23) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 351
1360 For we may not think he spoke neither more or less than these very words: Doubtless he ran out and enlarged excellently on these Heads; For we may not think he spoke neither more or less than these very words: Doubtless he ran out and enlarged excellently on these Heads; c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi pns31 vvd av-dx av-dc cc av-dc cs d j n2: av-j pns31 vvd av cc vvn av-j p-acp d n2; (23) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 351
1361 but this was the sum of what he said, He exhorted them all that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord. but this was the sum of what he said, He exhorted them all that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord. cc-acp d vbds dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd pno32 d cst p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 351
1362 Here we have Two things. 1. The thing exhorted to, or what he would have them do, which is To cleave unto the Lord. 2. The manner wherein he would have it done viz. With purpose or resolution of heart. Here we have Two things. 1. The thing exhorted to, or what he would have them doe, which is To cleave unto the Lord. 2. The manner wherein he would have it done viz. With purpose or resolution of heart. av pns12 vhb crd n2. crd dt n1 vvd p-acp, cc r-crq pns31 vmd vhi pno32 n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. crd dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vhi pn31 vdn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 351
1363 As to the First, The thing exhorted to, is, to cleave to the Lord Jesus Christ, who usually gets the Name of Lord in the New Testament: As to the First, The thing exhorted to, is, to cleave to the Lord jesus christ, who usually gets the Name of Lord in the New Testament: p-acp p-acp dt ord, dt n1 vvd p-acp, vbz, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, r-crq av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 352
1364 And the word rendered [ cleave unto him ] signifieth also continue with him. Now the Lord to whom he exhorts them to Cleave, And the word rendered [ cleave unto him ] signifies also continue with him. Now the Lord to whom he exhorts them to Cleave, cc dt n1 vvn [ vvb p-acp pno31 ] vvz av vvb p-acp pno31. av dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp vvb, (23) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 352
1365 or to continue with, is, 1 The Lord Christ Himself, who tho Bodily absent, yet is Spiritually present, or to continue with, is, 1 The Lord christ Himself, who though Bodily absent, yet is Spiritually present, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp, vbz, crd dt n1 np1 px31, r-crq av j j, av vbz av-j j, (23) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 352
1366 and as to the Merit, Vertue, and all the Fruits of His Death, is offered to us in the Promise: and as to the Merit, Virtue, and all the Fruits of His Death, is offered to us in the Promise: cc c-acp p-acp dt n1, n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 352
1367 And the Way how we c•eave to the Lord thus, is, By Faith, and the continuing in the exercise of that Grace: And the Way how we c•eave to the Lord thus, is, By Faith, and the Continuing in the exercise of that Grace: cc dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 av, vbz, p-acp n1, cc dt vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 352
1368 This is it which is called Ab••ing in him. 1 Joh. 2. 6. And Dwelling in him. 1. Joh. 4. 13. Take this then for the first Piece of this large and comprehensive Duty to which ye are here exhorted, That ye who have fled to Christ by Faith, Cleave to Christ, and Continue with him, that is, mantain what ye have do••ein closing with Christ, beware of loosing these grips ye have laid hold on, This is it which is called Ab••ing in him. 1 John 2. 6. And Dwelling in him. 1. John 4. 13. Take this then for the First Piece of this large and comprehensive Duty to which you Are Here exhorted, That you who have fled to christ by Faith, Cleave to christ, and Continue with him, that is, maintain what you have do••ein closing with christ, beware of losing these grips you have laid hold on, d vbz pn31 r-crq vbz vvn vvg p-acp pno31. crd np1 crd crd cc j-vvg p-acp pno31. crd np1 crd crd vvb d av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d j cc j n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vbr av vvn, cst pn22 r-crq vhb vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, vvb p-acp np1, cc vvb p-acp pno31, cst vbz, vvb r-crq pn22 vhb av vvg p-acp np1, vvb pp-f vvg d vvz pn22 vhb vvn vvb a-acp, (23) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 352
1369 but frequently renew them, that so ye may cleave the nearer to him. but frequently renew them, that so you may cleave the nearer to him. cc-acp av-j vvi pno32, cst av pn22 vmb vvi dt jc p-acp pno31. (23) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 352
1370 This is nece••ary, for 1. Satan will not fail to let showers of Tentations flee at you, to drive you from Him, This is nece••ary, for 1. Satan will not fail to let showers of Tentations flee At you, to drive you from Him, d vbz j, p-acp crd np1 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp pno31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 352
1371 and make you loose your grips; and make you lose your grips; cc vvb pn22 vvb po22 n2; (23) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 352
1372 And surely ye shall be made to loose them, unless you put on a Resolution thus to cleave unto Him. 2. This Cleaving to Him, And surely you shall be made to lose them, unless you put on a Resolution thus to cleave unto Him. 2. This Cleaving to Him, cc av-j pn22 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno32, cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 av p-acp vvb p-acp pno31. crd np1 vvg p-acp pno31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 352
1373 and Abiding in Him, is the cause of fruitfulness, Joh. 15. 4, 5. I am the Vine (saith Christ) — he that abideth in me and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: and Abiding in Him, is the cause of fruitfulness, John 15. 4, 5. I am the Vine (Says christ) — he that Abideth in me and I in him, the same brings forth much fruit: cc j-vvg p-acp pno31, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vbm dt n1 (vvz np1) — pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11 cc pns11 p-acp pno31, dt d vvz av d n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 352
1374 It is little wonder there be but few Fruits after a Communion, because instead of Cleaving to the Lord, and mantaining what ye have done in closing with him, It is little wonder there be but few Fruits After a Communion, Because instead of Cleaving to the Lord, and maintaining what you have done in closing with him, pn31 vbz j n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, c-acp av pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg r-crq pn22 vhb vdn p-acp vvg p-acp pno31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 352
1375 and instead of doing it over again, ye do on the contrary upon the least cross Dispensation begin to question the reality of what ye have done, and instead of doing it over again, you do on the contrary upon the least cross Dispensation begin to question the reality of what you have done, cc av pp-f vdg pn31 p-acp av, pn22 vdb p-acp dt n-jn p-acp dt av-ds j n1 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq pn22 vhb vdn, (23) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 353
1376 and to retire as Men ashamed, because ye have Hoped. and to retire as Men ashamed, Because you have Hoped. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 j, c-acp pn22 vhb j-vvn. (23) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 353
1377 Now that ye may thus mantain what ye have done in Closing with the Offer of Christ held forth in the Promise, Now that you may thus maintain what you have done in Closing with the Offer of christ held forth in the Promise, av cst pn22 vmb av vvi r-crq pn22 vhb vdn p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av p-acp dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 353
1378 and so cleave to the Lord in the exercise of Faith; and so cleave to the Lord in the exercise of Faith; cc av vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 353
1379 I shall recommend to you these Three things. 1. Labour to be tender in your Walk; I shall recommend to you these Three things. 1. Labour to be tender in your Walk; pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 d crd n2. crd n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp po22 n1; (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 353
1380 For tenderness of Walking is a Fruit of Faith, and the want of it will beget a suspition that ye have no Faith nor ever had it, For tenderness of Walking is a Fruit of Faith, and the want of it will beget a suspicion that you have no Faith nor ever had it, c-acp n1 pp-f vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 cst pn22 vhb dx n1 ccx av vhd pn31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 353
1381 and if ye suspect ye want Faith ye can have little heart to cleave to the Lord by exercising it: and if you suspect you want Faith you can have little heart to cleave to the Lord by exercising it: cc cs pn22 vvb pn22 vvb n1 pn22 vmb vhi j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg pn31: (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 353
1382 There is nothing which more obstructs our Boldness in adhering to our Interest in Christ, There is nothing which more obstructs our Boldness in adhering to our Interest in christ, pc-acp vbz pix r-crq av-dc vvz po12 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp po12 n1 p-acp np1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 353
1383 and in our Cleaving to him by Faith, than Untender Walking. 2. Dwell much in the daily sence of your Wants, this will put you frequently to employ Him: and in our Cleaving to him by Faith, than Untender Walking. 2. Dwell much in the daily sense of your Wants, this will put you frequently to employ Him: cc p-acp po12 vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cs j vvg. crd vvb d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 vvz, d vmb vvi pn22 av-j pc-acp vvi pno31: (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 353
1384 When People want Water within doors, they must of necessity run often to the Well with the Bucket to draw, When People want Water within doors, they must of necessity run often to the Well with the Bucket to draw, c-crq n1 vvb n1 p-acp n2, pns32 vmb pp-f n1 vvb av p-acp dt av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 353
1385 but when ye wear out of acquaintance with your emptiness and Wants, and think ye have a Fountain and sufficient stock in your selves, ye'l make but little use of Faith, but when you wear out of acquaintance with your emptiness and Wants, and think you have a Fountain and sufficient stock in your selves, Yell make but little use of Faith, cc-acp c-crq pn22 vvb av pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n1 cc vvz, cc vvb pn22 vhb dt n1 cc j n1 p-acp po22 n2, vvi vvi p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 353
1386 and seldom use making of it makes it to decay, that ye cannot make use of it when ye would. 3. Do not needlesly and without a ground call in question the reality of your former closing with him; and seldom use making of it makes it to decay, that you cannot make use of it when you would. 3. Do not needlessly and without a ground call in question the reality of your former closing with him; cc av vvb vvg pp-f pn31 vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst pn22 vmbx vvi n1 pp-f pn31 c-crq pn22 vmd. crd vdb xx av-j cc p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f po22 j n-vvg p-acp pno31; (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 353
1387 For that, as I told you before, will make you heartless to set to it of new; For that, as I told you before, will make you heartless to Set to it of new; c-acp d, c-acp pns11 vvd pn22 a-acp, vmb vvi pn22 j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 pp-f j; (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 353
1388 Or however ye question the reality of what ye have done already, yet see that in no terms ye question your Right to close with him by Faith, Or however you question the reality of what you have done already, yet see that in no terms you question your Right to close with him by Faith, cc c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f r-crq pn22 vhb vdn av, av vvb cst p-acp dx n2 pn22 vvb po22 n-jn p-acp j p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 353
1389 and believe in him for time to come: and believe in him for time to come: cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi: (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 353
1390 For whatever thou hast done formerly, the Gospel Offer is yet at thy door, and a Command from God unto thee to close with it, For whatever thou hast done formerly, the Gospel Offer is yet At thy door, and a Command from God unto thee to close with it, p-acp r-crq pns21 vh2 vdn av-j, dt n1 n1 vbz av p-acp po21 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 354
1391 and if thou hast not done it in earnest before, thy need is so much the greater to do it frequently and in earnest now. and if thou hast not done it in earnest before, thy need is so much the greater to do it frequently and in earnest now. cc cs pns21 vh2 xx vdn pn31 p-acp n1 a-acp, po21 n1 vbz av av-d dt jc pc-acp vdi pn31 av-j cc p-acp n1 av. (23) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 354
1392 But now to proceed, By ( the Lord to whom he exhorts them to Cleave, is not only meaned The Lord Himself as he is offered in the Promise, But now to proceed, By (the Lord to whom he exhorts them to Cleave, is not only meaned The Lord Himself as he is offered in the Promise, p-acp av pc-acp vvi, p-acp (dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp vvb, vbz xx av-j vvd dt n1 px31 p-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 354
1393 but generally all that he hath recommended to our care, as an evidence of our respect to him, but generally all that he hath recommended to our care, as an evidence of our respect to him, cc-acp av-j d cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 354
1394 Thus we testify our respect to absent Friends by owning their Concerns and Interests, and if ye ask what these things are that the Lord Christ hath recommended to our care, I answer in two words, Thus we testify our respect to absent Friends by owning their Concerns and Interests, and if you ask what these things Are that the Lord christ hath recommended to our care, I answer in two words, av pns12 vvb po12 n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp vvg po32 vvz cc n2, cc cs pn22 vvb r-crq d n2 vbr d dt n1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n1, pns11 vvb p-acp crd n2, (23) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 354
1395 First, His Truth, and next his Service. So that 1. ye are to Cleave unto, and Continue in his Truth against Error; First, His Truth, and next his Service. So that 1. you Are to Cleave unto, and Continue in his Truth against Error; ord, po31 n1, cc ord po31 n1. av d crd pn22 vbr p-acp vvb p-acp, cc vvb p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1; (23) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 354
1396 according to what the Apostle Jude commands, V. 3 ▪ — Ye should earnestly contend for the Faith, (to wit, the Doctrine of Faith or Truth) which was once delivered unto the Saints 2. We are to Cleave to and Continue in his Service, according to what the Apostle U^de commands, V. 3 ▪ — You should earnestly contend for the Faith, (to wit, the Doctrine of Faith or Truth) which was once Delivered unto the Saints 2. We Are to Cleave to and Continue in his Service, vvg p-acp r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz, n1 crd ▪ — pn22 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, (p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1) r-crq vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2 crd pns12 vbr p-acp vvb p-acp cc vvb p-acp po31 n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 354
1397 whether the Duties of Immediate Worship we should cleave to these against Superstition, voluntary neglect, Will-worship and Idolatry: whither the Duties of Immediate Worship we should cleave to these against Superstition, voluntary neglect, Will-worship and Idolatry: cs dt n2 pp-f j n1 pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d p-acp n1, j-jn n1, n1 cc n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 354
1398 Or the Duties of our Particular Callings and Stations; All which should be gone about as Service to him; Or the Duties of our Particular Callings and Stations; All which should be gone about as Service to him; cc dt n2 pp-f po12 j-jn n2 cc n2; d r-crq vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; (23) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 354
1399 So Servants are to do their service with good will, as to the Lord, and not to men, Ephes. 6. 7. Now that Cleaving to all These is meaned by Cleaving unto the Lord, appears from Deutr. 10. 20. and 30. 20. where Cleaving to the Lord is explained by fearing the Lord, by obeying his voice, by serving him and swearing by his name. So Servants Are to do their service with good will, as to the Lord, and not to men, Ephesians 6. 7. Now that Cleaving to all These is meaned by Cleaving unto the Lord, appears from Deuteronomy 10. 20. and 30. 20. where Cleaving to the Lord is explained by fearing the Lord, by obeying his voice, by serving him and swearing by his name. av n2 vbr pc-acp vdi po32 n1 p-acp j n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1, cc xx p-acp n2, np1 crd crd av cst vvg p-acp d d vbz vvd p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp np1 crd crd cc crd crd n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg dt n1, p-acp vvg po31 n1, p-acp vvg pno31 cc vvg p-acp po31 n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 354
1400 Now to speak a little to each of these. 1. Ye must Cleave to and continue in his Truth. Now to speak a little to each of these. 1. You must Cleave to and continue in his Truth. av pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp d pp-f d. crd pn22 vmb vvb p-acp cc vvi p-acp po31 n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 355
1401 Gaius is commended for this 3 Joh. 3. even that he walked in the Truth; And Prov. 23. 23. we are bidden Buy the Truth and sell it not; Gaius is commended for this 3 John 3. even that he walked in the Truth; And Curae 23. 23. we Are bidden Buy the Truth and fell it not; np1 vbz vvn p-acp d crd np1 crd av d pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1; cc np1 crd crd n1 vbr vvn vvb dt n1 cc vvi pn31 xx; (23) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 355
1402 And ye heared from Jude, — Ye should contend for the Truth: And the heard from U^de, — You should contend for the Truth: cc dt j-vvn p-acp np1, — pn22 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 355
1403 For Error contrary to Truth is of a Damning Nature, 2 Peter 2. 1. They are called Damnable Heresies; And Error in point of Truth makes way for Prophanity and loosness of Life, a sound Heart and an unsound Head cannot well subsist; For Error contrary to Truth is of a Damning Nature, 2 Peter 2. 1. They Are called Damnable Heresies; And Error in point of Truth makes Way for Profanity and looseness of Life, a found Heart and an unsound Head cannot well subsist; p-acp n1 j-jn p-acp n1 vbz pp-f dt vvg n1, crd np1 crd crd pns32 vbr vvn j n2; cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1 cc dt j n1 vmbx av vvi; (23) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 355
1404 Therefore doth Peter 2 Epist. 3. 17. call Error — The error of the wicked ▪ Therefore does Peter 2 Epistle 3. 17. call Error — The error of the wicked ▪ av vdz np1 crd np1 crd crd n1 n1 — dt n1 pp-f dt j ▪ (23) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 355
1405 For helping you to this needful Duty of Cleaving to the Lord, by Cleaving to His Truth, I shall recommend to you these things. 1. Beware of Scepticism, For helping you to this needful Duty of Cleaving to the Lord, by Cleaving to His Truth, I shall recommend to you these things. 1. Beware of Scepticism, p-acp vvg pn22 p-acp d j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 d n2. crd vvb pp-f n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 355
1406 or making all Truths debateable, or those Truths especially which may bring you in greatest hazard to confess or cleave to: or making all Truths debateable, or those Truths especially which may bring you in greatest hazard to confess or cleave to: cc vvg d n2 j, cc d n2 av-j r-crq vmb vvi pn22 p-acp js n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp: (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 355
1407 This is down right contrary to the Cleaving to Truth here enjoined. 2. Do not undervalue any Truth, say of no Truth as Lot said of Zoar, (is it not a little one?) and so I may skip from it. This is down right contrary to the Cleaving to Truth Here enjoined. 2. Do not undervalue any Truth, say of no Truth as Lot said of Zoar, (is it not a little one?) and so I may skip from it. d vbz a-acp j-jn n-jn p-acp dt vvg p-acp n1 av vvn. crd vdb xx vvi d n1, vvb pp-f dx n1 p-acp n1 vvd pp-f vvb, (vbz pn31 xx dt j pi?) cc av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 355
1408 It's true there is a difference among Truths, some greater Truths and some smaller; It's true there is a difference among Truths, Some greater Truths and Some smaller; pn31|vbz j pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n2, d jc n2 cc d jc; (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 355
1409 But as it is of Sins, so it is of Errors, The lesser alwise doth make way for the greater, But as it is of Sins, so it is of Errors, The lesser alwise does make Way for the greater, cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz pp-f n2, av pn31 vbz pp-f n2, dt jc n1 vdz vvi n1 p-acp dt jc, (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 355
1410 and there is no Truth which cometh not from the God of Truth; and there is no Truth which comes not from the God of Truth; cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 r-crq vvz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 355
1411 And therefore no Truth which ye should look on as a thing Indifferent, whether ye think so or otherwise of it: And Therefore no Truth which you should look on as a thing Indifferent, whither you think so or otherwise of it: cc av dx n1 r-crq pn22 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 j, cs pn22 vvb av cc av pp-f pn31: (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 355
1412 Besides in times of Defection from Truth, it is the usual Artifice of Persecuters to extenuate those Truths they labour to bear down, Beside in times of Defection from Truth, it is the usual Artifice of Persecuters to extenuate those Truths they labour to bear down, a-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi d n2 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp, (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 355
1413 as things Indifferent, and very triffles; When in the mean time their own practice doth give the•r Profession the lie; as things Indifferent, and very trifles; When in the mean time their own practice does give the•r Profession the lie; c-acp n2 j, cc j n2; c-crq p-acp dt j n1 po32 d n1 vdz vvi j n1 dt n1; (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 355
1414 For if they thought them things indifferent and triffles, why would they persecute M•n for adhering to them? Besides tho some Truths be not so absolutely necessary to Salvation, For if they Thought them things indifferent and trifles, why would they persecute M•n for adhering to them? Beside though Some Truths be not so absolutely necessary to Salvation, c-acp cs pns32 vvd pno32 n2 j cc n2, q-crq vmd pns32 vvi av p-acp vvg p-acp pno32? p-acp cs d n2 vbb xx av av-j j p-acp n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 356
1415 but a Man may be saved tho he think otherwise, yet it doth not follow we should be careless of all such: but a Man may be saved though he think otherwise, yet it does not follow we should be careless of all such: cc-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn cs pns31 vvb av, av pn31 vdz xx vvi pns12 vmd vbi j pp-f d d: (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 356
1416 Thus tho a Man's hand be not so absolutely necessary but he may live without it, Thus though a Man's hand be not so absolutely necessary but he may live without it, av cs dt ng1 n1 vbb xx av av-j j p-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 356
1417 yet he were a mad Man who on that account would wittingly and willingly cut it off: yet he were a mad Man who on that account would wittingly and willingly Cut it off: av pns31 vbdr dt j n1 r-crq p-acp d n1 vmd av-j cc av-j vvi pn31 a-acp: (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 356
1418 Besides an Error in some Truths, which will not damn one, may condemn another who knows at least may easily know it to be an Error, Beside an Error in Some Truths, which will not damn one, may condemn Another who knows At least may Easily know it to be an Error, p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2, r-crq vmb xx vvi pi, vmb vvi j-jn r-crq vvz p-acp ds vmb av-j vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 356
1419 and yet will live and die in the Justification of it without Repentance. 3. Ye ought chiefly to cleave to those Truths which ye are most engaged to owne, either by God's sealing them to your Spirits, and yet will live and die in the Justification of it without Repentance. 3. the ought chiefly to cleave to those Truths which you Are most engaged to own, either by God's sealing them to your Spirits, cc av vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1. crd dt pi av-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq pn22 vbr av-ds vvn p-acp d, av-d p-acp npg1 vvg pno32 p-acp po22 n2, (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 356
1420 or by Catechising and Instructing you from your very Childhood in them, so that ye are put out of all doubt of the Truth that is in them, or by Catechising and Instructing you from your very Childhood in them, so that you Are put out of all doubt of the Truth that is in them, cc p-acp n-vvg cc vvg pn22 p-acp po22 j n1 p-acp pno32, av cst pn22 vbr vvn av pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32, (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 356
1421 or by bringing you under most sacred Tyes of Solemn Vows and Oaths to maintain them; or by bringing you under most sacred Ties of Solemn Vows and Oaths to maintain them; cc p-acp vvg pn22 p-acp ds j n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pno32; (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 356
1422 I say, ye ought to look upon it as your Duty chiefly to Cleave unto such Truths. 2 Joh. 8. Look to your selves that we lose not those things that we have wrought; I say, you ought to look upon it as your Duty chiefly to Cleave unto such Truths. 2 John 8. Look to your selves that we loose not those things that we have wrought; pns11 vvb, pn22 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp po22 n1 av-jn pc-acp vvb p-acp d n2. crd np1 crd n1 p-acp po22 n2 cst pns12 vvb xx d n2 cst pns12 vhb vvn; (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 356
1423 And Solomon saith, It is not safe after vows to make enquiry. And Solomon Says, It is not safe After vows to make enquiry. cc np1 vvz, pn31 vbz xx j p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 356
1424 If a Man's Conscience grow once so wide as to let such Truths pass through either for Errors or Triffles, he may perswade himself there is not a Truth in all the Bible, If a Man's Conscience grow once so wide as to let such Truths pass through either for Errors or Trifles, he may persuade himself there is not a Truth in all the bible, cs dt ng1 n1 vvb a-acp av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi d n2 vvi p-acp d c-acp n2 cc n2, pns31 vmb vvi px31 a-acp vbz xx dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 356
1425 if he be hard put to it that he'l stick at, but that meeting with a pressing suitable tentation he'l let it slip through after them 4. We are to Cleave to Truth not only by retaining the knowledge of it, if he be hard put to it that He'll stick At, but that meeting with a pressing suitable tentation He'll let it slip through After them 4. We Are to Cleave to Truth not only by retaining the knowledge of it, cs pns31 vbb av-j vvn p-acp pn31 cst pns31|vmb vvi p-acp, cc-acp cst n1 p-acp dt n-vvg j n1 pns31|vmb vvi pn31 vvi p-acp p-acp pno32 crd pns12 vbr p-acp vvb p-acp n1 xx av-j p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f pn31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 357
1426 and by giving assent to it in our Judgements but also by giving a modest and faithful profession and confession of that Truth on all hazards when we are called to it: and by giving assent to it in our Judgments but also by giving a modest and faithful profession and Confessi of that Truth on all hazards when we Are called to it: cc p-acp vvg n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp av p-acp vvg dt j cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n2 c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pn31: (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 357
1427 This is commanded 1 Pet: 3. 15. Be ready alwise to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you, with meakness and fear, and Rom: 10. 10. — With the heart man believeth unto righteousness, This is commanded 1 Pet: 3. 15. Be ready alwise to give an answer to every man that asks you a reason of the hope that is in you, with meekness and Fear, and Rom: 10. 10. — With the heart man Believeth unto righteousness, d vbz vvn crd n1: crd crd vbb j av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 cst vvz pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pn22, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc np1: crd crd — p-acp dt n1 n1 vvz p-acp n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 357
1428 and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. and with the Mouth Confessi is made unto salvation. cc p-acp dt n1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 357
1429 This is necessary both for the honour of God, Truth being a piece of his Name which we are bound to confess Rev: 2. 13 — Thou holdest fast my name and hast not denyed my faith — And its necessary also in order to our own Salvation For whosoever (saith our Saviour) will confess me before men, him will I also confess before my father which is in heaven; This is necessary both for the honour of God, Truth being a piece of his Name which we Are bound to confess Rev: 2. 13 — Thou holdest fast my name and hast not denied my faith — And its necessary also in order to our own Salvation For whosoever (Says our Saviour) will confess me before men, him will I also confess before my father which is in heaven; d vbz j av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 vbg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi np1: crd crd — pns21 vv2 vvi po11 n1 cc vvb xx vvn po11 n1 — cc po31 j av p-acp n1 p-acp po12 d n1 p-acp r-crq (vvz po12 n1) vmb vvi pno11 p-acp n2, pno31 vmb pns11 av vvb p-acp po11 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1; (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 357
1430 but whosoever will deny me before men, him will I also deny before my father which is in heaven. but whosoever will deny me before men, him will I also deny before my father which is in heaven. cc-acp r-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp n2, pno31 vmb pns11 av vvi p-acp po11 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 357
1431 This now as upon the one hand it doth not justify unseasonable Confession contrary to Matth: 7. 6 — Cast not your pearls before swine, This now as upon the one hand it does not justify unseasonable Confessi contrary to Matthew: 7. 6 — Cast not your Pearls before Swine, d av c-acp p-acp dt crd n1 pn31 vdz xx vvi j n1 j-jn p-acp av: crd crd — n1 xx po22 n2 p-acp n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 357
1432 lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rent you; lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you; cs pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvb av cc vvb pn22; (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 357
1433 So upon the other hand it reproves those who dar not or will not give a Confession of the Truth even when they are called to it, So upon the other hand it reproves those who dar not or will not give a Confessi of the Truth even when they Are called to it, av p-acp dt j-jn n1 pn31 vvz d r-crq n1 xx cc vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 357
1434 and much more those who deny the Truth either expresly, or Interpretativly, That is, when they do that which men are apt to take and have reason to take for a denial of the Truth, and much more those who deny the Truth either expressly, or Interpretatively, That is, when they do that which men Are apt to take and have reason to take for a denial of the Truth, cc av-d av-dc d r-crq vvb dt n1 av-d av-j, cc av-j, cst vbz, c-crq pns32 vdb d r-crq n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 357
1435 tho they do not deny it in so many words. though they do not deny it in so many words. cs pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp av d n2. (23) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 357
1436 But Secondly, We must cleave unto the Lord by Cleaving to and continuing in his Service, But Secondly, We must cleave unto the Lord by Cleaving to and Continuing in his Service, p-acp ord, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp cc vvg p-acp po31 n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 357
1437 for that is the other thing which he hath recommended to our Care, as an evidence of our respect to him: for that is the other thing which he hath recommended to our Care, as an evidence of our respect to him: c-acp cst vbz dt j-jn n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno31: (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1438 Joshua bids the People, Take diligent heed — to cleave unto the Lord and serve him, Jos: 22. 5. Now this holds first of the Ordinances he hath appointed for his Service and Immediate Worship: Ye must Cleave to these. joshua bids the People, Take diligent heed — to cleave unto the Lord and serve him, Jos: 22. 5. Now this holds First of the Ordinances he hath appointed for his Service and Immediate Worship: You must Cleave to these. np1 vvz dt n1, vvb j n1 — pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc vvi pno31, np1: crd crd av d vvz ord pp-f dt n2 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc j n1: pn22 vmb vvb p-acp d. (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1439 In order to which. 1. Beware of Will-worship, or doing that in his Worship which he hath not commanded, Colos, 2 20. Wherefore if ye be dead with Christ from the Rudiments of the World: In order to which. 1. Beware of Will-worship, or doing that in his Worship which he hath not commanded, Colos, 2 20. Wherefore if you be dead with christ from the Rudiments of the World: p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq. crd vvb pp-f n1, cc vdg d p-acp po31 n1 r-crq pns31 vhz xx vvn, np1, crd crd q-crq cs pn22 vbb j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1440 Why as though living in the World, are ye subject to Ordinances? To wit, Ordinances and Commandments of Men in Gods Service, Why as though living in the World, Are you Subject to Ordinances? To wit, Ordinances and commandments of Men in God's Service, q-crq c-acp cs vvg p-acp dt n1, vbr pn22 j-jn p-acp n2? p-acp n1, n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 p-acp npg1 n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1441 as he explains verse 22. And he gives some instances of them verse 21. Touch not, taste not, handle not. as he explains verse 22. And he gives Some instances of them verse 21. Touch not, taste not, handle not. c-acp pns31 vvz n1 crd cc pns31 vvz d n2 pp-f pno32 n1 crd vvb xx, vvb xx, vvb xx. (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1442 It is true men may appoint the outward Circumstances of Order and Decency for going about these parts of God's Worship which he hath commanded; It is true men may appoint the outward circumstances of Order and Decency for going about these parts of God's Worship which he hath commanded; pn31 vbz j n2 vmb vvi dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg p-acp d n2 pp-f npg1 n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn; (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1443 such as are Time and Place, what hour of the day ye shall meet at publick Worship, such as Are Time and Place, what hour of the day you shall meet At public Worship, d c-acp vbr n1 cc n1, r-crq n1 pp-f dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1444 and in what Place, and such like, which are Common both to Civil and Religious Actions; and in what Place, and such like, which Are Common both to Civil and Religious Actions; cc p-acp r-crq n1, cc d av-j, r-crq vbr j av-d p-acp j cc j n2; (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1445 but they may not under that pretext, appoint new practices of Worship to God, or significant engaging Ceremonies: but they may not under that pretext, appoint new practices of Worship to God, or significant engaging Ceremonies: cc-acp pns32 vmb xx p-acp d n1, vvb j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc j vvg n2: (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1446 As for example, That the Sign of the Cross be used in Baptism, As a Token we shall not hereafter be ashamed to Confess Christ Crucified; As for Exampl, That the Signen of the Cross be used in Baptism, As a Token we shall not hereafter be ashamed to Confess christ crucified; c-acp p-acp n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 pns12 vmb xx av vbi j pc-acp vvi np1 vvn; (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1447 And that Ministers Preach with a White Shirt or Surplice above their Garments, to signify the Holiness of their Calling; And that Ministers Preach with a White Shirt or Surplice above their Garments, to signify the Holiness of their Calling; cc d n2 vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 vvg; (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1448 or as the Ancients did ordain those who were Baptized to wear White Garments for the space of eight dayes after Baptism, To signify their being washen from Sin: or as the Ancients did ordain those who were Baptised to wear White Garments for the Molle of eight days After Baptism, To signify their being washen from since: cc c-acp dt n2-j vdd vvi d r-crq vbdr j-vvn pc-acp vvi j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi po32 vbg n1 p-acp n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1449 For by that same Rule, They may command every one to taste Vinegar and Gall at the Communion, For by that same Rule, They may command every one to taste Vinegar and Gall At the Communion, c-acp p-acp cst d n1, pns32 vmb vvi d pi pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1450 as a Sign that they shall not be ashamed of Christ who Died so: as a Signen that they shall not be ashamed of christ who Died so: c-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vmb xx vbi j pp-f np1 r-crq vvd av: (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1451 And to put on an Helmet, Breast-plate, and other Armour in time of Publick Worship, To signify our Resolution to Fight the Battle against Sin and Satan so long as we live; And to put on an Helmet, Breastplate, and other Armour in time of Public Worship, To signify our Resolution to Fight the Battle against since and Satan so long as we live; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, n1, cc j-jn n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc np1 av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb; (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1452 And suck or drink in Milk publickly in time of Divine Worship, In token that by Faith we draw in the sincere Milk of the Word, that we may grow thereby. And suck or drink in Milk publicly in time of Divine Worship, In token that by Faith we draw in the sincere Milk of the Word, that we may grow thereby. cc vvb cc vvi p-acp n1 av-j p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp n1 cst p-acp n1 pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi av. (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1453 Now any may see that to command these and such like, were to appoint New Work in Gods Service, Now any may see that to command these and such like, were to appoint New Work in God's Service, av d vmb vvi cst pc-acp vvi d cc d av-j, vbdr pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1454 and more than to do that Work he hath appointed Orderly and Decently. Besides many things of Lesser moment and of the same nature with these; and more than to do that Work he hath appointed Orderly and Decently. Beside many things of Lesser moment and of the same nature with these; cc av-dc cs pc-acp vdi d n1 pns31 vhz vvn j cc av-j. p-acp d n2 pp-f jc n1 cc pp-f dt d n1 p-acp d; (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1455 I mean significant Ceremonies are appointed by God in his Law, to which there is yet added that Sanction, Deut. 12. 32. What thing soever I command you observe to do it, thou shalt not add thereto, nor diminish from it. I mean significant Ceremonies Are appointed by God in his Law, to which there is yet added that Sanction, Deuteronomy 12. 32. What thing soever I command you observe to do it, thou shalt not add thereto, nor diminish from it. pns11 vvb j n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz av vvn cst n1, np1 crd crd q-crq n1 av pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pc-acp vdi pn31, pns21 vm2 xx vvi av, ccx vvi p-acp pn31. (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1456 So that the appointing any such things in the Worship of God is an adding to Gods Law which is there prohibited. So that the appointing any such things in the Worship of God is an adding to God's Law which is there prohibited. av cst dt vvg d d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt vvg p-acp npg1 n1 r-crq vbz a-acp vvn. (23) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 358
1457 I shall be more brief in the following Directions for Cleaving to the Ordinances of Gods Immediate Worship: I shall be more brief in the following Directions for Cleaving to the Ordinances of God's Immediate Worship: pns11 vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp dt vvg n2 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 j n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 358
1458 And therefore 1. Beware of Irreligious Impiety in neglecting these Ordinances: And Therefore 1. Beware of Irreligious Impiety in neglecting these Ordinances: cc av crd vvb pp-f j n1 p-acp vvg d n2: (23) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 358
1459 Ye are commanded to wait upon them, Pray without ceasing, Despise not Prophesying (or Preaching) Speak to your selves in Psalms and Hymns, Give attendance unto Reading. You Are commanded to wait upon them, Pray without ceasing, Despise not Prophesying (or Preaching) Speak to your selves in Psalms and Hymns, Give attendance unto Reading. pn22 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, vvb p-acp vvg, vvb xx j-vvg (cc vvg) vvb p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n2 cc n2, vvb n1 p-acp vvg. (23) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 358
1460 Ye cannot cleave to the Lord in these Ordinances if ye neglect to go about them; You cannot cleave to the Lord in these Ordinances if you neglect to go about them; pn22 vmbx vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2 cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32; (23) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 358
1461 ye must countenance publick Ordinances, make Conscience of secret Duties. 2. Beware of Formality in going about them, by resting in an out-side work; you must countenance public Ordinances, make Conscience of secret Duties. 2. Beware of Formality in going about them, by resting in an outside work; pn22 vmb vvi j n2, vvb n1 pp-f j-jn n2. crd vvb pp-f n1 p-acp vvg p-acp pno32, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1-an n1; (23) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 360
1462 But above all things, strive to bring the Heart up to them, otherwise ye do not as ye ought, cleave unto them, God is a Spirit, But above all things, strive to bring the Heart up to them, otherwise you do not as you ought, cleave unto them, God is a Spirit, cc-acp p-acp d n2, vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp p-acp pno32, av pn22 vdb xx c-acp pn22 vmd, vvb p-acp pno32, np1 vbz dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 360
1463 and will be Worshiped in Spirit and in Truth, The Lord will not rockon you to cleave unto them, and will be Worshipped in Spirit and in Truth, The Lord will not rockon you to cleave unto them, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, dt n1 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp vvb p-acp pno32, (23) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 360
1464 tho ye be present at them, if so your Heart be far away from them. though you be present At them, if so your Heart be Far away from them. cs pn22 vbb j p-acp pno32, cs av po22 n1 vbi av-j av p-acp pno32. (23) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 360
1465 3dly. Beware of up-sitting or back-sliding from making Conscience of them, after ye have once begun; 3dly. Beware of upsitting or backsliding from making Conscience of them, After you have once begun; av. vvb pp-f j cc j p-acp vvg n1 pp-f pno32, c-acp pn22 vhb a-acp vvn; (23) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 360
1466 That it be not said of you as the Apostle Paul said once of the Galatians, Ye have run well, That it be not said of you as the Apostle Paul said once of the Galatians, You have run well, cst pn31 vbb xx vvn pp-f pn22 p-acp dt n1 np1 vvd a-acp pp-f dt np1, pn22 vhb vvn av, (23) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 360
1467 but who did hinder you that ye should not obey the Truth. Otherwise ye do not cleave unto them. but who did hinder you that you should not obey the Truth. Otherwise you do not cleave unto them. cc-acp q-crq vdd vvi pn22 cst pn22 vmd xx vvi dt n1. av pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp pno32. (23) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 360
1468 But further, This cleaving to the Lord, by cleaving to and Continuing in his Service doth hold in the Duties of our Particular Callings and Stations. But further, This cleaving to the Lord, by cleaving to and Continuing in his Service does hold in the Duties of our Particular Callings and Stations. p-acp jc, d vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg p-acp cc vvg p-acp po31 n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 j-jn n2 cc n2. (23) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 360
1469 And in order to your Cleaving to these, or to the Lord by making Conscience of these. 1. Do not neglect them; And in order to your Cleaving to these, or to the Lord by making Conscience of these. 1. Do not neglect them; cc p-acp n1 p-acp po22 vvg p-acp d, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg n1 pp-f d. crd vdb xx vvi pno32; (23) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 360
1470 I mean those Duties which ye owe, whether as Servants, or as Masters; as Parents, or as Children; as Husbands, or as Wives; as Magistrats, or as Subjects: I mean those Duties which you owe, whither as Servants, or as Masters; as Parents, or as Children; as Husbands, or as Wives; as Magistrates, or as Subject's: pns11 vvb d n2 r-crq pn22 vvb, cs p-acp n2, cc c-acp n2; c-acp n2, cc c-acp n2; c-acp n2, cc c-acp n2; c-acp n2, cc c-acp n2-jn: (23) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 360
1471 Much of the Life and Power of Religion is manifested in the Conscientious discharge of such Duties; Much of the Life and Power of Religion is manifested in the Conscientious discharge of such Duties; av-d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2; (23) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 360
1472 and a man manifests best what he hath by making Conscience of such; and a man manifests best what he hath by making Conscience of such; cc dt n1 vvz av-js q-crq pns31 vhz p-acp vvg n1 pp-f d; (23) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 360
1473 Rom: 12. 11. Ye are not to be Sloathful in Business. 2. What ye do even in things of that kind, strive to do it as Service to the Lord. Rom: 12. 11. You Are not to be Slothful in Business. 2. What you do even in things of that kind, strive to do it as Service to the Lord. np1: crd crd pn22 vbr xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1. crd r-crq pn22 vdb av p-acp n2 pp-f d n1, vvb pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 360
1474 For (as I have shew'd) so much is enjoyned Servants; For (as I have showed) so much is enjoined Servants; p-acp (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn) av d vbz vvd n2; (23) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 360
1475 Thus shall ye Cleave to the Lord, even by going about your Ordinary Calling, when ye discharge the Duties thereof as Service to Him, that is, Thus shall you Cleave to the Lord, even by going about your Ordinary Calling, when you discharge the Duties thereof as Service to Him, that is, av vmb pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, av p-acp vvg p-acp po22 j vvg, c-crq pn22 vvb dt n2 av p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, cst vbz, (23) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 361
1476 when ye do them because He appoints you so to do, and that ye may adorn Religion, when you do them Because He appoints you so to do, and that you may adorn Religion, c-crq pn22 vdb pno32 c-acp pns31 vvz pn22 av pc-acp vdi, cc cst pn22 vmb vvi n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 361
1477 and take away all occasion of Reproach, by your Conscientious Diligence in the practice of them. 3. Let not the Duties of your particular Stations make you neglect the Duties either of Publick or Private Worship, there is time for both, ye cannot Cleave to the Lord in the Duties of the one sort, and take away all occasion of Reproach, by your Conscientious Diligence in the practice of them. 3. Let not the Duties of your particular Stations make you neglect the Duties either of Public or Private Worship, there is time for both, you cannot Cleave to the Lord in the Duties of the one sort, cc vvb av d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp po22 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. crd vvb xx dt n2 pp-f po22 j n2 vvb pn22 vvb dt n2 d pp-f j cc j n1, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp d, pn22 vmbx vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt crd n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 361
1478 if they shall justle out the Duties of the other. 4 Strive to keep Communion with God even in the practice of such Duties, by sending up secret thoughts and pithy ejaculations to God among hands; if they shall justle out the Duties of the other. 4 Strive to keep Communion with God even in the practice of such Duties, by sending up secret thoughts and pithy ejaculations to God among hands; cs pns32 vmb vvi av dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn. crd vvb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp vvg a-acp j-jn n2 cc j n2 p-acp np1 p-acp n2; (23) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 361
1479 as Nehemiah did chap. 2. By labouring to make a Spiritual use of every thing that occurs, or which ye meet with. as Nehemiah did chap. 2. By labouring to make a Spiritual use of every thing that occurs, or which you meet with. c-acp np1 vdd n1 crd p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1 cst vvz, cc r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp. (23) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 361
1480 This much now for their cleaving to the Lord, the thing He would have them to do. This much now for their cleaving to the Lord, the thing He would have them to do. d d av p-acp po32 vvg p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pns31 vmd vhi pno32 pc-acp vdi. (23) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 361
1481 I shall now speak a little only, to the manner wherein the Lord would have it gone about; I shall now speak a little only, to the manner wherein the Lord would have it gone about; pns11 vmb av vvi dt j j, p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vmd vhi pn31 vvn a-acp; (23) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 361
1482 Its with a purpose or resolution, and a purpose of Heart. 1. It's with a purpose and resolution, he would have them take on a fixed resolution to do, Its with a purpose or resolution, and a purpose of Heart. 1. It's with a purpose and resolution, he would have them take on a fixed resolution to do, po31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. crd pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1, pns31 vmd vhi pno32 vvi p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pc-acp vdi, (23) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 361
1483 and that as an help to make them do: and that as an help to make them do: cc cst p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vdb: (23) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 361
1484 Hence take this Doctrine, That ye may cleave to the Lord and continue constant and stedfast in his Truth and Service, ye must take on a fixed Resolution and Purpose so to do, I suppose ye have taken on such a Resolution as this at your coming to the Lords Table, Hence take this Doctrine, That you may cleave to the Lord and continue constant and steadfast in his Truth and Service, you must take on a fixed Resolution and Purpose so to do, I suppose you have taken on such a Resolution as this At your coming to the lords Table, av vvb d n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc vvi j cc j p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 av pc-acp vdi, pns11 vvb pn22 vhb vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d p-acp po22 n-vvg p-acp dt n2 n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 361
1485 but tho ye have done it, yet your wisdom will be every day to renew it: but though you have done it, yet your Wisdom will be every day to renew it: cc-acp cs pn22 vhb vdn pn31, av po22 n1 vmb vbi d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31: (23) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 361
1486 David had taken on such a purpose, Psal. 17. 3 — I am purposed that my Mouth shall not transgress, yea he binds himself by an Oath to it, Psal. 119. 106, I have Sworn, David had taken on such a purpose, Psalm 17. 3 — I am purposed that my Mouth shall not transgress, yea he binds himself by an Oath to it, Psalm 119. 106, I have Sworn, np1 vhd vvn p-acp d dt n1, np1 crd crd — pns11 vbm vvn cst po11 n1 vmb xx vvi, uh pns31 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd, pns11 vhb vvn, (23) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 362
1487 and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous Judgments This is that piece of the spiritual armour called Ephes: 6. 15 — The preparation of the Gospel of peace. and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous Judgments This is that piece of the spiritual armour called Ephesians: 6. 15 — The preparation of the Gospel of peace. cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31, cst pns11 vmb vvi po21 j n2 d vbz d n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvn np1: crd crd — dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 362
1488 Even a prepared, ready, resolute purpose in the Lords strength, to go on in the Way of Truth and Duty, notwithstanding of any hazard, hardship, Even a prepared, ready, resolute purpose in the lords strength, to go on in the Way of Truth and Duty, notwithstanding of any hazard, hardship, av-j dt j-vvn, j, j n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp pp-f d n1, n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 362
1489 or difficulty, I say it must be a Purpose taken on in the Lords strength, for without him we can do nothing; or difficulty, I say it must be a Purpose taken on in the lords strength, for without him we can do nothing; cc n1, pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 n1, c-acp p-acp pno31 pns12 vmb vdi pix; (23) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 362
1490 For sayeth David Psal: 71. 16. I will go in the strength of the Lord God. For Saith David Psalm: 71. 16. I will go in the strength of the Lord God. c-acp vvz np1 np1: crd crd pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 362
1491 Now ye must labour to bring up your hearts to such a Resolute Purpose as this, to go on in the Way of Truth and Duty, notwithstanding hazard, hardship and difficulty: Now you must labour to bring up your hearts to such a Resolute Purpose as this, to go on in the Way of Truth and Duty, notwithstanding hazard, hardship and difficulty: av pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2 p-acp d dt j n1 c-acp d, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp n1, n1 cc n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 362
1492 For 1. The want of such a Resolution or Purpose will not keep off Tryal and trouble, For 1. The want of such a Resolution or Purpose will not keep off Trial and trouble, c-acp crd dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 cc n1 vmb xx vvi a-acp n1 cc n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 362
1493 neither will the putting of it on, hasten Tryals. Job 34. 33. Should it be according to thy mind? he will recompense it, neither will the putting of it on, hasten Trials. Job 34. 33. Should it be according to thy mind? he will recompense it, dx vmb dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 a-acp, vvb n2. np1 crd crd vmd pn31 vbi vvg p-acp po21 n1? pns31 vmb vvi pn31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 362
1494 whether thou refuse or whether thou choose. whither thou refuse or whither thou choose. cs pns21 vvb cc cs pns21 vvb. (23) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 362
1495 2. Couragious Resolution and Purpose to fear no opposition but to charge through all difficulties and hazards, is half victory Jam: 4. 7. Resist the Devil and he will fly from you. 2. Courageous Resolution and Purpose to Fear no opposition but to charge through all difficulties and hazards, is half victory Jam: 4. 7. Resist the devil and he will fly from you. crd j n1 cc vvb pc-acp vvi dx n1 cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2, vbz j-jn n1 fw-la: crd crd vvb dt n1 cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22. (23) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 362
1496 3. When a Resolution and Purpose is once laid, to undergo all that ye may meet with in the Way of Truth and Duty, it is usually attended with cheerfulness in Duty: 3. When a Resolution and Purpose is once laid, to undergo all that you may meet with in the Way of Truth and Duty, it is usually attended with cheerfulness in Duty: crd c-crq dt n1 cc n1 vbz a-acp vvn, pc-acp vvi d cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 362
1497 Now God loveth a chearful giver, when upon the contrary if an unexpected storm of Tryal and trouble come on a man before he be fully resolved to endure the worst of it, It doth at least very much damp and weaken him, Now God loves a cheerful giver, when upon the contrary if an unexpected storm of Trial and trouble come on a man before he be Fully resolved to endure the worst of it, It does At least very much damp and weaken him, av np1 vvz dt j n1, c-crq p-acp dt n-jn cs dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbb av-j vvn pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f pn31, pn31 vdz p-acp ds av d n-jn cc vvi pno31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 362
1498 if it do not wholly make him quite the way. 4. The promise is made only to the persevering and Resolved man; if it do not wholly make him quite the Way. 4. The promise is made only to the persevering and Resolved man; cs pn31 vdb xx av-jn vvi pno31 av dt n1. crd dt n1 vbz vvn av-j p-acp dt j cc vvn n1; (23) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 363
1499 He that endureth to the end shall be saved, when The backslider in heart shall be filled with his own wayes (Prov: 14. 14.) That is, he shall meet with some plague and judgment in his way, which will make him weary of it and be grieved of his undertaking e're all be done, He that Endureth to the end shall be saved, when The backslider in heart shall be filled with his own ways (Curae: 14. 14.) That is, he shall meet with Some plague and judgement in his Way, which will make him weary of it and be grieved of his undertaking ever all be done, pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, c-crq dt n1 p-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 d n2 (np1: crd crd) cst vbz, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno31 j pp-f pn31 cc vbi vvn pp-f po31 n-vvg av d vbb vdn, (23) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 363
1500 tho this usually comes out of time. though this usually comes out of time. cs d av-j vvz av pp-f n1. (23) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 363
1501 The Vse is for Reproof to those who are like the Israelites in Elijah 's time, halting betwixt two Opinions, and can never suffer themselves to come to an even-down Resolution and Purpose on all hazards to cleave to the Lord, to his Truth and his Service, whatever it may stand them; The Use is for Reproof to those who Are like the Israelites in Elijah is time, halting betwixt two Opinions, and can never suffer themselves to come to an even-down Resolution and Purpose on all hazards to cleave to the Lord, to his Truth and his Service, whatever it may stand them; dt vvb vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq vbr av-j dt np1 p-acp np1 vbz n1, vvg p-acp crd n2, cc vmb av-x vvi px32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc vvb p-acp d n2 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1, r-crq pn31 vmb vvi pno32; (23) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 363
1502 but do either think to put the evil day far from them, by imagining they'l one way or other Shift it: but do either think to put the evil day Far from them, by imagining They'll one Way or other Shift it: cc-acp vdb d vvi pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 av-j p-acp pno32, p-acp vvg pns32|vmb pi n1 cc n-jn vvb pn31: (23) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 363
1503 or if they see no probability in this, but that once it will be at their door; or if they see no probability in this, but that once it will be At their door; cc cs pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp d, cc-acp cst a-acp pn31 vmb vbi p-acp po32 n1; (23) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 363
1504 yet they keep themselves Irresolute, in an hovering suspense what to do when trouble cometh; Whence so soon as they meet with a tentation, they begin to Capitulate with it, yet they keep themselves Irresolute, in an hovering suspense what to do when trouble comes; Whence so soon as they meet with a tentation, they begin to Capitulate with it, av pns32 vvb px32 j, p-acp dt j-vvg n1 r-crq pc-acp vdi q-crq n1 vvz; q-crq av av c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb p-acp vvb p-acp pn31, (23) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 363
1505 when they should Resolutely repell it, and after a little Capitulating, they'l find out some shift or other to beguile themselves, when they should Resolutely repel it, and After a little Capitulating, They'll find out Some shift or other to beguile themselves, c-crq pns32 vmd av-j vvi pn31, cc p-acp dt j vvg, pns32|vmb vvi av d n1 cc n-jn pc-acp vvi px32, (23) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 363
1506 and so do give up their armes and basely yeild. and so do give up their arms and basely yield. cc av vdb vvi a-acp po32 n2 cc av-j vvi. (23) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 363
1507 Lastly, This Purpose and Resolution to Cleave unto the Lord must be a Purpose of the Heart. It's true every Purpose is a Purpose of Heart if it be Real; Lastly, This Purpose and Resolution to Cleave unto the Lord must be a Purpose of the Heart. It's true every Purpose is a Purpose of Heart if it be Real; ord, d vvb cc n1 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi dt vvb pp-f dt n1. pn31|vbz j d vvb vbz dt vvb pp-f n1 cs pn31 vbb j; (23) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 363
1508 But there are some Purposes which are not Real, but naked Convictions of the judgement, that such and such things should be done, which some are apt to take for a Purpose of Heart, when they are only of a Heart and a Heart, But there Are Some Purposes which Are not Real, but naked Convictions of the judgement, that such and such things should be done, which Some Are apt to take for a Purpose of Heart, when they Are only of a Heart and a Heart, cc-acp pc-acp vbr d n2 r-crq vbr xx j, cc-acp j n2 pp-f dt n1, cst d cc d n2 vmd vbi vdn, r-crq d vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vbr j pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 362
1509 or of a double and deceitful Heart, but not of a single and sincere Heart: or of a double and deceitful Heart, but not of a single and sincere Heart: cc pp-f dt j-jn cc j n1, cc-acp xx pp-f dt j cc j n1: (23) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 362
1510 ye should therefore labour to be single and sincere in your Purpose and Resolution of cleaving unto the Lord, such a Purpose as your Heart may be engadged in it. you should Therefore labour to be single and sincere in your Purpose and Resolution of cleaving unto the Lord, such a Purpose as your Heart may be engaged in it. pn22 vmd av vvi pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp po22 n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, d dt vvb p-acp po22 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (23) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 362
1511 For which cause ye must. 1. Forecast what such a Resolution may stand you, otherwise if ye look over that, For which cause you must. 1. Forecast what such a Resolution may stand you, otherwise if you look over that, p-acp r-crq n1 pn22 vmb. crd n1 r-crq d dt n1 vmb vvi pn22, av cs pn22 vvb p-acp d, (23) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 362
1512 or look not unto it, your Purpose will not be sincere, and ye will not stick by it: or look not unto it, your Purpose will not be sincere, and you will not stick by it: cc vvb xx p-acp pn31, po22 vvb vmb xx vbi j, cc pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31: (23) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 362
1513 and when the thing comes ye looked not for, ye'l do the thing ye thought not: and when the thing comes you looked not for, Yell doe the thing you Thought not: cc c-crq dt n1 vvz pn22 vvd xx p-acp, vvi n1 dt n1 pn22 vvd xx: (23) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 362
1514 and even that which to think on now would make you say with Hazae• 2 Kings 8. 13. Is thy servant a dog, that he should do this great thing? 2. Beware of a mixture of unsincere motives and byends: and even that which to think on now would make you say with Hazae• 2 Kings 8. 13. Is thy servant a dog, that he should do this great thing? 2. Beware of a mixture of unsincere motives and byends: cc av cst r-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp av vmd vvi pn22 vvb p-acp np1 crd n2 crd crd vbz po21 n1 dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vdi d j n1? crd vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2: (23) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 362
1515 If ye resolve to cleave to the Lord either for temporal advantage, or to get a name of Constancy or to eschew the Imputation of Changeableness this will argue Unsincerity in your Purpose, and Consequently it will not hold out long: If you resolve to cleave to the Lord either for temporal advantage, or to get a name of Constancy or to eschew the Imputation of Changeableness this will argue Unsincerity in your Purpose, and Consequently it will not hold out long: cs pn22 vvb p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 av-d p-acp j n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 d vmb vvi n1 p-acp po22 vvb, cc av-j pn31 vmb xx vvi av av-j: (23) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 362
1516 Let your eye therefore be single, in being acted from spiritual motives, love to Christ, love to Truth, Let your eye Therefore be single, in being acted from spiritual motives, love to christ, love to Truth, vvb po22 n1 av vbi j, p-acp vbg vvn p-acp j n2, vvb p-acp np1, vvb p-acp n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 362
1517 so shall your Purpose be a Purpose of Heart 3. If your Purpose to cleave to the Lord be sincere and a Purpose of Heart, then the whole man, your soul, your body, all the Faculties of the one and Members of the other, must be ready to follow out their whole Purpose. for the heart commands the whole man, your Purposes and Resolutions which have nothing of action following, are not Purpose's of the Heart; as when ye Purpose to cleave to the Lord in the mortifying of such a sin, so shall your Purpose be a Purpose of Heart 3. If your Purpose to cleave to the Lord be sincere and a Purpose of Heart, then the Whole man, your soul, your body, all the Faculties of the one and Members of the other, must be ready to follow out their Whole Purpose. for the heart commands the Whole man, your Purposes and Resolutions which have nothing of actium following, Are not Purpose's of the Heart; as when you Purpose to cleave to the Lord in the mortifying of such a since, av vmb po22 vvb vbb dt vvb pp-f n1 crd cs po22 vvb p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 vbb j cc dt n1 pp-f n1, av dt j-jn n1, po22 n1, po22 n1, d dt n2 pp-f dt crd cc n2 pp-f dt n-jn, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi av po32 j-jn vvb. p-acp dt n1 vvz dt j-jn n1, po22 vvz cc n2 r-crq vhb pix pp-f n1 vvg, vbr xx npg1 pp-f dt n1; p-acp c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 362
1518 and yet ye have not power to keep from the occasions which lead unto it; and yet you have not power to keep from the occasions which led unto it; cc av pn22 vhb xx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp pn31; (23) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 365
1519 ye Purpose to cleave to such a Truth, and yet cannot endure to be at the pains to get your selves rooted grounded and established in the Faith and knowledge of it. you Purpose to cleave to such a Truth, and yet cannot endure to be At the pains to get your selves rooted grounded and established in the Faith and knowledge of it. pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1, cc av vmbx vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 vvn vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (23) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 365
1520 I say no more but remember the Text, and be exhorted to cleave unto the Lord, His Truth, His Ordinances, His Service, with Purpose of Heart. FINIS. I say no more but Remember the Text, and be exhorted to cleave unto the Lord, His Truth, His Ordinances, His Service, with Purpose of Heart. FINIS. pns11 vvb av-dx dc cc-acp vvb dt n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1, po31 n1, po31 n2, po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. fw-la. (23) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 365

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