A discourse of the punishment of sin in hell demonstrating the wrath of God to be the immediate cause thereof : to which is added, a sermon, proving a state of glory for the spirits of just men upon dissolution / by Tho. Goodwin ...

Goodwin, Thomas, 1600-1680
Publisher: Printed for Jonathan Robinson
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1680
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A41519 ESTC ID: R10434 STC ID: G1239
Subject Headings: Future punishment; God -- Wrath;
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0 2 COR. 5. 5. 2 COR. 5. 5. crd np1. crd crd (34) part (DIV1) 0 Page 259
1 Now he that hath wrought us for the self-same thing is God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit. Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing is God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit. av pns31 cst vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt j n1 vbz np1, r-crq av vhz vvn p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (34) part (DIV1) 1 Page 259
2 THere is no Point of more moment to All, nor of greater Comfort to Saints, than what shall become of their Souls when they die: 'Tis our next Stage; THere is no Point of more moment to All, nor of greater Comfort to Saints, than what shall become of their Souls when they die: It's our next Stage; pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f dc n1 p-acp d, ccx pp-f jc n1 p-acp n2, cs q-crq vmb vvi pp-f po32 n2 c-crq pns32 vvb: pn31|vbz po12 ord n1; (34) part (DIV1) 2 Page 259
3 and things that are next, use more to affect us. And besides, it is the beginning, and a taking possession of our Eternity. and things that Are next, use more to affect us. And beside, it is the beginning, and a taking possession of our Eternity. cc n2 cst vbr ord, vvb av-dc pc-acp vvi pno12. cc a-acp, pn31 vbz dt n1, cc dt vvg n1 pp-f po12 n1. (34) part (DIV1) 2 Page 259
4 That these words should aim at this self-same thing, cannot be discerned, without consulting the fore-going part of the Apostle's Discourse: That these words should aim At this selfsame thing, cannot be discerned, without consulting the foregoing part of the Apostle's Discourse: cst d n2 vmd vvi p-acp d j n1, vmbx vbi vvn, p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1: (34) part (DIV1) 3 Page 259
5 and yet I cannot be large in bringing down the Coherence, having pitched upon what this fifth Verse contributes unto this Argument; and yet I cannot be large in bringing down the Coherence, having pitched upon what this fifth Verse contributes unto this Argument; cc av pns11 vmbx vbi j p-acp vvg a-acp dt n1, vhg vvn p-acp r-crq d ord n1 vvz p-acp d n1; (34) part (DIV1) 3 Page 259
6 which alone will require more than this time allotted, having also very largely gone through the Exposition of the foregoing verses elsewhere: which alone will require more than this time allotted, having also very largely gone through the Exposition of the foregoing Verses elsewhere: r-crq av-j vmb vvi av-dc cs d n1 vvn, vhg av av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n2 av: (34) part (DIV1) 3 Page 259
7 and I now go but on where I left last. and I now go but on where I left last. cc pns11 av vvi p-acp p-acp c-crq pns11 vvd ord. (34) part (DIV1) 3 Page 260
8 But yet to make way for the understanding the Scope of my Text, take The Coherence in brief thus: But yet to make Way for the understanding the Scope of my Text, take The Coherence in brief thus: p-acp av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, vvb dt n1 p-acp j av: (34) part (DIV1) 3 Page 260
9 In the 16th Verse of the fore-going Chapter (where the Well-head of his Discourse is to be found) he shews the extraordinary Care God hath of our [ inward Man ] to renew it day by day; In the 16th Verse of the foregoing Chapter (where the Wellhead of his Discourse is to be found) he shows the extraordinary Care God hath of our [ inward Man ] to renew it day by day; p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt j n1 (c-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn) pns31 vvz dt j n1 np1 vhz pp-f po12 [ j n1 ] pc-acp vvb pn31 n1 p-acp n1; (34) part (DIV1) 4 Page 260
10 where Inward Man is strictly the Soul with its Graces, set in opposition unto our Outward Man, [ the Body with its Appurtenances, ] which he saith daily perisheth; that is, is in a mouldring and decaying condition. Chap. 5. ver. 1. For we know, that if our earthly House of this Tabernacle were dissolved, we have a Building of God, a House not made with hands, eternal in the Heavens. where Inward Man is strictly the Soul with its Graces, Set in opposition unto our Outward Man, [ the Body with its Appurtenances, ] which he Says daily Perishes; that is, is in a mouldering and decaying condition. Chap. 5. ver. 1. For we know, that if our earthly House of this Tabernacle were dissolved, we have a Building of God, a House not made with hands, Eternal in the Heavens. c-crq j n1 vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po12 j n1, [ dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, ] r-crq pns31 vvz av-j vvz; cst vbz, vbz p-acp dt j-vvg cc vvg n1. np1 crd fw-la. crd c-acp pns12 vvb, cst cs po12 j n1 pp-f d n1 vbdr vvn, pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 xx vvn p-acp n2, j p-acp dt n2. (34) part (DIV1) 4 Page 260
11 In this first verse of this fifth Chapter, he meets with this Supposition: In this First verse of this fifth Chapter, he meets with this Supposition: p-acp d ord n1 pp-f d ord n1, pns31 vvz p-acp d n1: (34) part (DIV1) 5 Page 260
12 But what if this outward Man or earthly Tabernacle be wholly dissolved and pull'd down, what then shall become of this inner Man? And he resolves it thus, That if it be dissolved, we have an House, a Building of God in the Heavens. And what is the [ We ] but this inner Man (he had spoken of) renewed Souls, which dwell now in the Body as in a Tabernacle, as the Inmates that can subsist without it? And it is as if he had said, But what if this outward Man or earthly Tabernacle be wholly dissolved and pulled down, what then shall become of this inner Man? And he resolves it thus, That if it be dissolved, we have an House, a Building of God in the Heavens. And what is the [ We ] but this inner Man (he had spoken of) renewed Souls, which dwell now in the Body as in a Tabernacle, as the Inmates that can subsist without it? And it is as if he had said, cc-acp q-crq cs d j n1 cc j n1 vbi av-jn vvn cc vvn a-acp, r-crq av vmb vvi pp-f d j n1? cc pns31 vvz pn31 av, cst cs pn31 vbb vvn, pns12 vhb dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2. cc q-crq vbz dt [ pns12 ] cc-acp d j n1 (pns31 vhd vvn pp-f) vvd n2, r-crq vvb av p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2 cst vmb vvi p-acp pn31? cc pn31 vbz c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, (34) part (DIV1) 5 Page 261
13 If this inward Man be destituted of one House, we have another. If this inward Man be destituted of one House, we have Another. cs d j n1 vbi vvn pp-f crd n1, pns12 vhb j-jn. (34) part (DIV1) 5 Page 261
14 God that in this Life was so careful over this inner Man, to renew it every day, hath made another more ample provision against this great Change. God that in this Life was so careful over this inner Man, to renew it every day, hath made Another more ample provision against this great Change. np1 cst p-acp d n1 vbds av j p-acp d j n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 d n1, vhz vvn j-jn av-dc j n1 p-acp d j n1. (34) part (DIV1) 5 Page 261
15 It is but its removing from one House to a better, which God hath built. It is but its removing from one House to a better, which God hath built. pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt jc, r-crq np1 vhz vvn. (34) part (DIV1) 5 Page 261
16 As your selves (to speak in your own Language) if Wars should beset you, As your selves (to speak in your own Language) if Wars should beset you, p-acp po22 n2 (pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 d n1) cs n2 vmd vvi pn22, (34) part (DIV1) 5 Page 261
17 and your Country-House were plundered and pull'd down, you would comfort your selves with this, I have yet a City-House to retire unto. and your Country-House were plundered and pulled down, you would Comfort your selves with this, I have yet a City-House to retire unto. cc po22 n1 vbdr vvn cc vvn a-acp, pn22 vmd vvi po22 n2 p-acp d, pns11 vhb av dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (34) part (DIV1) 5 Page 261
18 Neither is the terming the Glory of Heaven, and that as it is bestowed upon a separate Soul, Neither is the terming the Glory of Heaven, and that as it is bestowed upon a separate Soul, d vbz dt vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, (34) part (DIV1) 6 Page 261
19 an House, alien from the Scripture-Phrase, Luke 16. 9. That when you fail, they may receive you into everlasting Habitations. an House, alien from the Scripture phrase, Lycia 16. 9. That when you fail, they may receive you into everlasting Habitations. dt n1, j p-acp dt n1, av crd crd cst c-crq pn22 vvb, pns32 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp j n2. (34) part (DIV1) 6 Page 261
20 Death is a Failing, ('tis your City-Phrase also when a Man proves Bankrupt) a Statute of Bankrupts comes forth then upon your old House, (Statutum est omnibus semel mori) and upon all you have; Death is a Failing, (it's your City phrase also when a Man Proves Bankrupt) a Statute of bankrupts comes forth then upon your old House, (Statutum est omnibus semel Mori) and upon all you have; n1 vbz dt j-vvg, (pn31|vbz po22 n1 av c-crq dt n1 vvz j-jn) dt n1 pp-f n2-jn vvz av av p-acp po22 j n1, (fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la) cc p-acp d pn22 vhb; (34) part (DIV1) 6 Page 261
21 and then it is a receiving or entertaining that otherwise desolate Soul into everlasting Habitations, that is, into an House eternal in the Heavens, as the Text. and then it is a receiving or entertaining that otherwise desolate Soul into everlasting Habitations, that is, into an House Eternal in the Heavens, as the Text. cc cs pn31 vbz dt n-vvg cc vvg cst av j n1 p-acp j n2, cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 j p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt np1 (34) part (DIV1) 6 Page 262
22 Nor yet is the Phrase of terming Heaven a City-House, remote neither: Nor yet is the Phrase of terming Heaven a City-House, remote neither: ccx av vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg n1 dt n1, j av-dx: (34) part (DIV1) 7 Page 262
23 for, Heb. 11. 13. Abraham and the Patriarchs died in Faith, (Mark that!) In Faith or Expectation of what? He had told us, ver. 10. He looked for a City whose Builder is God. for, Hebrew 11. 13. Abraham and the Patriarchs died in Faith, (Mark that!) In Faith or Expectation of what? He had told us, ver. 10. He looked for a city whose Builder is God. c-acp, np1 crd crd np1 cc dt n2 vvd p-acp n1, (vvb d!) p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq? pns31 vhd vvn pno12, fw-la. crd pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 rg-crq n1 vbz np1. (34) part (DIV1) 7 Page 262
24 What is a City, but an Aggregation and Heap of Houses and Inhabitants? Multitudes had died afore Abraham, and gone to Heaven, from Adam, Abel, Seth, downwards; What is a city, but an Aggregation and Heap of Houses and Inhabitants? Multitudes had died afore Abraham, and gone to Heaven, from Adam, Abel, Seth, downwards; q-crq vbz dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2? n2 vhd vvn p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp n1, p-acp np1, np1, np1, av-j; (34) part (DIV1) 7 Page 262
25 and God promiseth him Peace at his Death, and a being gathered to those Fathers, Gen. 15. 15. There was then a City built, and already replenish'd with Inhabitants; and God promises him Peace At his Death, and a being gathered to those Father's, Gen. 15. 15. There was then a city built, and already replenished with Inhabitants; cc np1 vvz pno31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc av vbg vvn p-acp d n2, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbds av dt n1 vvn, cc av vvn p-acp n2; (34) part (DIV1) 7 Page 262
26 and amongst others, an House provided for him, that is, his Soul built of God, and ready furnished against this Removal. and among Others, an House provided for him, that is, his Soul built of God, and ready furnished against this Removal. cc p-acp n2-jn, dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31, cst vbz, po31 n1 vvn pp-f np1, cc av-j vvn p-acp d n1. (34) part (DIV1) 7 Page 262
27 Verse 2. For in this we groan earnestly, desiring to be cloathed upon with our House which is from Heaven. Verse 2. For in this we groan earnestly, desiring to be clothed upon with our House which is from Heaven. n1 crd c-acp p-acp d pns12 vvb av-j, vvg pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp po12 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (34) part (DIV1) 7 Page 262
28 In this Verse he utters the working of the Affections of Christians towards their being cloathed upon with this House; In this Verse he utters the working of the Affections of Christians towards their being clothed upon with this House; p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 vbg vvn p-acp p-acp d n1; (34) part (DIV1) 8 Page 262
29 and so in order to this enjoiment of it, their desiring even to be dissolved: and so in order to this enjoyment of it, their desiring even to be dissolved: cc av p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f pn31, po32 vvg av pc-acp vbi vvn: (34) part (DIV1) 8 Page 263
30 which Paul also utters of himself, Phil. 1. Now if the first Verse speaks of the Glory of a separate Soul, which Paul also utters of himself, Philip 1. Now if the First Verse speaks of the Glory of a separate Soul, r-crq np1 av vvz pp-f px31, np1 crd av cs dt ord n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (34) part (DIV1) 8 Page 263
31 when he calls it an House: this second verse must intend the same. Verse 3. If so be that being cloathed, we shall not be found naked. when he calls it an House: this second verse must intend the same. Verse 3. If so be that being clothed, we shall not be found naked. c-crq pns31 vvz pn31 dt n1: d ord n1 vmb vvi dt d. n1 crd cs av vbb d vbg vvn, pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn j. (34) part (DIV1) 8 Page 263
32 In this Verse he gives an wholesom Caution by the way, and withal insinuates, why he used the word cloathed upon, in the fore-going Verse, In this Verse he gives an wholesome Caution by the Way, and withal insinuates, why he used the word clothed upon, in the foregoing Verse, p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av vvz, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 vvn p-acp, p-acp dt j n1, (34) part (DIV1) 9 Page 263
33 thus, speaking of the Glory of such a separate Soul, even because it is absolutely necessary that all our Souls be found cloathed first, thus, speaking of the Glory of such a separate Soul, even Because it is absolutely necessary that all our Souls be found clothed First, av, vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f d dt j n1, av c-acp pn31 vbz av-j j cst d po12 n2 vbb vvn vvd ord, (34) part (DIV1) 9 Page 263
34 and renewed with Grace and Holiness, and not be found naked at our Deaths, that is, not devoid of Grace, and renewed with Grace and Holiness, and not be found naked At our Death's, that is, not devoid of Grace, cc vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, cc xx vbi vvn j p-acp po12 n2, cst vbz, xx j pp-f n1, (34) part (DIV1) 9 Page 263
35 and so exposed to Shame and Wrath, as Rev. 16. 15. Verse 4. For we that are in this Tabernacle do groan, being burthened; and so exposed to Shame and Wrath, as Rev. 16. 15. Verse 4. For we that Are in this Tabernacle do groan, being burdened; cc av vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp n1 crd crd n1 crd c-acp pns12 cst vbr p-acp d n1 vdb vvi, vbg j-vvn; (34) part (DIV1) 9 Page 263
36 not for that we would be uncloathed, but cloathed upon, that Mortality might be swallowed up of Life. not for that we would be Unclothed, but clothed upon, that Mortality might be swallowed up of Life. xx p-acp cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn, cc-acp vvn p-acp, cst n1 vmd vbi vvn a-acp pp-f n1. (34) part (DIV1) 9 Page 263
37 The fourth Verse gives a genuine and sincere Account, why a Christian doth thus groan, and that after dissolution it self, in order to this Glory; The fourth Verse gives a genuine and sincere Account, why a Christian does thus groan, and that After dissolution it self, in order to this Glory; dt ord n1 vvz dt j cc j vvb, q-crq dt njp vdz av vvi, cc cst p-acp n1 pn31 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1; (34) part (DIV1) 10 Page 264
38 which he sets out with an accurate distinction of their desires of dissolution, in difference from like desires in all other Men: which he sets out with an accurate distinction of their Desires of dissolution, in difference from like Desires in all other Men: r-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp d j-jn n2: (34) part (DIV1) 10 Page 264
39 First, Negatively, not for that being burthened we desire to be uncloathed, or dissolved; that is, simply for ease of those Burthens: First, Negatively, not for that being burdened we desire to be Unclothed, or dissolved; that is, simply for ease of those Burdens: ord, av-j, xx p-acp d vbg j-vvn pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvn; d vbz, av-j p-acp n1 pp-f d n2: (34) part (DIV1) 10 Page 264
40 nor out of a despising of our Bodies we now wear, (as their Heathen Wise-men and Philosophers did, and others do); nor out of a despising of our Bodies we now wear, (as their Heathen Wise men and Philosophers did, and Others do); ccx av pp-f dt vvg pp-f po12 n2 pns12 av vvi, (c-acp po32 j-jn n2 cc n2 vdd, cc n2-jn vdi); (34) part (DIV1) 10 Page 264
41 No. But secondly, Positively, For this, as the top-ground of that Desire, That we would be cloathed upon with that House, (spoken of Verse 1. and that still taken in the Sence spoken of in the second Verse) to the end that this mortal animal Life, which the Soul (tho immortal in it self) now leads in the Body, full of Sins, clogg'd with a Body of Death and Miseries; (each of which hath a Death in it) and so it lives but a dying Life; No. But secondly, Positively, For this, as the top-ground of that Desire, That we would be clothed upon with that House, (spoken of Verse 1. and that still taken in the Sense spoken of in the second Verse) to the end that this Mortal animal Life, which the Soul (though immortal in it self) now leads in the Body, full of Sins, clogged with a Body of Death and Misery's; (each of which hath a Death in it) and so it lives but a dying Life; uh-dx p-acp ord, av-j, p-acp d, c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n1, (vvn pp-f vvb crd cc d av vvn p-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f p-acp dt ord n1) p-acp dt n1 cst d j-jn n1 n1, r-crq dt n1 (cs j p-acp pn31 n1) av vvz p-acp dt n1, j pp-f n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc ng1; (d pp-f r-crq vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31) cc av pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1; (34) part (DIV1) 10 Page 264
42 that this Life may be exchanged, yea, swallowed up by that which is Life indeed, the only true Life, the knowing God as we are known, and enjoying him: that this Life may be exchanged, yea, swallowed up by that which is Life indeed, the only true Life, the knowing God as we Are known, and enjoying him: cst d n1 vmb vbi vvn, uh, vvd a-acp p-acp d r-crq vbz n1 av, dt j j n1, dt j-vvg n1 c-acp pns12 vbr vvn, cc vvg pno31: (34) part (DIV1) 10 Page 264
43 All which, as to our Souls, is truly performed at our Dissolution; All which, as to our Souls, is truly performed At our Dissolution; d r-crq, c-acp p-acp po12 n2, vbz av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1; (34) part (DIV1) 10 Page 264
44 although the final swallowing up the Mortality of our Bodies also doth yet remain to be accomplished: although the final swallowing up the Mortality of our Bodies also does yet remain to be accomplished: cs dt j vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 av vdz av vvi pc-acp vbi vvn: (34) part (DIV1) 10 Page 265
45 which will be done at the latter day, at that Change both of Body and Soul, which will be done At the latter day, At that Change both of Body and Soul, r-crq vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt d n1, p-acp d n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1, (34) part (DIV1) 10 Page 265
46 tho in respect of the Body it will be compleated as then more fully. though in respect of the Body it will be completed as then more Fully. cs p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvd c-acp cs av-dc av-j. (34) part (DIV1) 10 Page 265
47 This Interpretation, and the suting of all the Phrases used in this 4th Verse, to hold good of this Exchange at Death, I cannot, through straitness of time, give an account of now: This Interpretation, and the suiting of all the Phrases used in this 4th Verse, to hold good of this Exchange At Death, I cannot, through straitness of time, give an account of now: d n1, cc dt vvg pp-f d dt n2 vvn p-acp d ord n1, pc-acp vvi j pp-f d n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vmbx, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f av: (34) part (DIV1) 11 Page 265
48 I have lately, and very largely done it elsewhere. This for the Coherence: I hasten to my Text. I have lately, and very largely done it elsewhere. This for the Coherence: I hasten to my Text. pns11 vhb av-j, cc av av-j vdi pn31 av. d p-acp dt n1: pns11 vvb p-acp po11 np1 (34) part (DIV1) 11 Page 265
49 TEXT. TEXT. n1. (35) part (DIV1) 12 Page 265
50 Verse 5. Now he that hath wrought us for the self-same thing is God, who hath also given us the earnest of the Spirit. Verse 5. Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing is God, who hath also given us the earnest of the Spirit. n1 crd av pns31 cst vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt j n1 vbz np1, r-crq vhz av vvn pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (35) part (DIV1) 13 Page 265
51 THe Current of the four former Verses running thus steadily along in this Chanel, the Stream in this Verse continues still the same. THe Current of the four former Verses running thus steadily along in this Channel, the Stream in this Verse continues still the same. dt n1 pp-f dt crd j n2 vvg av av-j a-acp p-acp d n1, dt n1 p-acp d n1 vvz av dt d. (35) part (DIV1) 14 Page 265
52 There is one word in this Verse, [ NONLATINALPHABET, For this self-same thing God hath wrought us, ] which serves us as a Clue of Thread drawn through the Windings of the former Verses, to shew us, that one and the same Individual Glory hath been carried on all along, There is one word in this Verse, [, For this selfsame thing God hath wrought us, ] which serves us as a clue of Thread drawn through the Windings of the former Verses, to show us, that one and the same Individu Glory hath been carried on all along, pc-acp vbz crd n1 p-acp d n1, [, p-acp d j n1 np1 vhz vvn pno12, ] r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt j n2, pc-acp vvi pno12, cst crd cc dt d j-jn n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp d a-acp, (35) part (DIV1) 15 Page 266
53 and still is in this Verse also. So then we see where we are. and still is in this Verse also. So then we see where we Are. cc av vbz p-acp d n1 av. av cs pns12 vvb c-crq pns12 vbr. (35) part (DIV1) 15 Page 266
54 What this self-same thing should be, ask the first Verse, and it will tell you, it is that House eternal in the Heavens, a Building of God, prepared by him against the time that this earthly House is dissolved. What this selfsame thing should be, ask the First Verse, and it will tell you, it is that House Eternal in the Heavens, a Building of God, prepared by him against the time that this earthly House is dissolved. q-crq d d n1 vmd vbi, vvb dt ord n1, cc pn31 vmb vvi pn22, pn31 vbz cst n1 j p-acp dt n2, dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst d j n1 vbz vvn. (35) part (DIV1) 16 Page 266
55 Ask the second Verse, it is the same House we groan to be cloathed upon with, when the other is pulled down. Ask the second Verse, it is the same House we groan to be clothed upon with, when the other is pulled down. vvb dt ord n1, pn31 vbz dt d n1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp, c-crq dt n-jn vbz vvn a-acp. (35) part (DIV1) 16 Page 266
56 Ask the fourth Verse, and more plainly: Ask the fourth Verse, and more plainly: vvb dt ord n1, cc av-dc av-j: (35) part (DIV1) 16 Page 266
57 It is that Life, which succeeds this mortal Life the Soul now lives in this Body, It is that Life, which succeeds this Mortal Life the Soul now lives in this Body, pn31 vbz cst n1, r-crq vvz d j-jn n1 dt n1 av vvz p-acp d n1, (35) part (DIV1) 16 Page 266
58 and swallows up all the Infirmities thereof. and Swallows up all the Infirmities thereof. cc vvz a-acp d dt n1 av. (35) part (DIV1) 16 Page 266
59 And then here it follows, Even for this self-same thing, &c. So then, if the Glory of the separate Soul be the Subject of any of these Verses, And then Here it follows, Even for this selfsame thing, etc. So then, if the Glory of the separate Soul be the Subject of any of these Verses, cc av av pn31 vvz, av-j p-acp d j n1, av av av, cs dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbi dt j-jn pp-f d pp-f d n2, (35) part (DIV1) 16 Page 266
60 then of all, and so of this Verse also. then of all, and so of this Verse also. av pp-f d, cc av pp-f d n1 av. (35) part (DIV1) 16 Page 266
61 And to be sure it cannot be that extraordinary way of entrance into Glory, by such a sudden Change, both of Soul and Body into Glory at once, without dissolution, should be the self-same thing here aimed at. And to be sure it cannot be that extraordinary Way of Entrance into Glory, by such a sudden Change, both of Soul and Body into Glory At once, without dissolution, should be the selfsame thing Here aimed At. cc pc-acp vbi j pn31 vmbx vbi d j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d dt j n1, d pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp a-acp, p-acp n1, vmd vbi dt j n1 av vvn p-acp. (35) part (DIV1) 17 Page 266
62 For it was not the Lot of any of those Primitive Christians, of whom the Holy-Ghost here speaks this, [ He hath wrought us for this thing, ] that they should be in that manner changed, and so enter into Glory: but the contrary. For it was not the Lot of any of those Primitive Christians, of whom the Holy ghost Here speaks this, [ He hath wrought us for this thing, ] that they should be in that manner changed, and so enter into Glory: but the contrary. p-acp pn31 vbds xx dt n1 pp-f d pp-f d j np1, pp-f ro-crq dt n1 av vvz d, [ pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d n1, ] cst pns32 vmd vbi p-acp d n1 vvn, cc av vvb p-acp n1: cc-acp dt n-jn. (35) part (DIV1) 17 Page 267
63 For they all, and all Saints since for these 1600 years, have put off their Tabernacles by Death, For they all, and all Saints since for these 1600 Years, have put off their Tabernacles by Death, p-acp pns32 d, cc d n2 c-acp p-acp d crd n2, vhb vvn a-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1, (35) part (DIV1) 17 Page 267
64 as Peter did, and speaks of himself, 2 Pet. 1. 14. and therefore the Scripture (or Holy Ghost) foreseeing, as Peter did, and speaks of himself, 2 Pet. 1. 14. and Therefore the Scripture (or Holy Ghost) Foreseeing, c-acp np1 vdd, cc vvz pp-f px31, crd np1 crd crd cc av dt n1 (cc j n1) vvg, (35) part (DIV1) 17 Page 267
65 as the Phrase is, Gal. 3. 8. this change would be their fate, would not have uttered this of them, [ God hath wrought us for this ] whom he knew God had not designed thereunto. as the Phrase is, Gal. 3. 8. this change would be their fate, would not have uttered this of them, [ God hath wrought us for this ] whom he knew God had not designed thereunto. c-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd crd d n1 vmd vbi po32 n1, vmd xx vhi vvn d pp-f pno32, [ uh-np vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d ] ro-crq pns31 vvd np1 vhd xx vvn av. (35) part (DIV1) 17 Page 267
66 Neither is it that those groaning desires, spoken of in the foregoing verses, 2, 3, 4. is [ that self-same thing ] here (as some would) for indeed as Musculus well: Neither is it that those groaning Desires, spoken of in the foregoing Verses, 2, 3, 4. is [ that selfsame thing ] Here (as Some would) for indeed as Musculus well: d vbz pn31 cst d j-vvg n2, vvn pp-f p-acp dt vvg n2, crd, crd, crd vbz [ cst d n1 ] av (c-acp d vmd) p-acp av c-acp np1 av: (35) part (DIV1) 18 Page 267
67 If the Apostle had said, He that hath wrought this thing in us, &c. that Expression might have carried it to such a Sense: If the Apostle had said, He that hath wrought this thing in us, etc. that Expression might have carried it to such a Sense: cs dt n1 vhd vvn, pns31 cst vhz vvn d n1 p-acp pno12, av cst n1 vmd vhi vvn pn31 p-acp d dt n1: (35) part (DIV1) 18 Page 267
68 But he saith, He that wrought us for the self-same thing: And so 'tis not that desire of Glory in us is spoken of: But he Says, He that wrought us for the selfsame thing: And so it's not that desire of Glory in us is spoken of: cc-acp pns31 vvz, pns31 cst vvd pno12 p-acp dt j n1: cc av pn31|vbz xx d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12 vbz vvn pp-f: (35) part (DIV1) 18 Page 267
69 But us, our selves and Souls as wrought for that Glory. But us, our selves and Souls as wrought for that Glory. cc-acp pno12, po12 n2 cc n2 c-acp vvn p-acp d n1. (35) part (DIV1) 18 Page 267
70 If it be asked, what is the special proper scope of these words, as touching this Glory of the Soul? The answer in general, It is to give the rational part of this Point, If it be asked, what is the special proper scope of these words, as touching this Glory of the Soul? The answer in general, It is to give the rational part of this Point, cs pn31 vbb vvn, r-crq vbz dt j j n1 pp-f d n2, c-acp vvg d n1 pp-f dt n1? dt n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1, (35) part (DIV1) 19 Page 267
71 or demonstrative Reasons to evidence to Believers, That indeed God hath thus ordained and prepared such a Glory afore the Resurrection. or demonstrative Reasons to evidence to Believers, That indeed God hath thus ordained and prepared such a Glory afore the Resurrection. cc j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n2, cst av np1 vhz av vvn cc vvd d dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (35) part (DIV1) 19 Page 268
72 And it is as if the Apostle had said, Look into your own Souls, and consider God's dealings with you hitherto, viz. And it is as if the Apostle had said, Look into your own Souls, and Consider God's dealings with you hitherto, viz. cc pn31 vbz c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn, vvb p-acp po22 d n2, cc vvi npg1 n2-vvg p-acp pn22 av, n1 (35) part (DIV1) 19 Page 268
73 First, the operation of his hands. First, the operation of his hands. ord, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (35) part (DIV1) 20 Page 268
74 For what other is the meaning or mystery (says he) of all that God is daily so at work with you in this Life? What else is the end of all the workings of Grace in you, For what other is the meaning or mystery (Says he) of all that God is daily so At work with you in this Life? What Else is the end of all the workings of Grace in you, p-acp r-crq n-jn vbz dt n1 cc n1 (vvz pns31) pp-f d cst np1 vbz j av p-acp n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1? q-crq av vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22, (35) part (DIV1) 20 Page 268
75 and of God that is the Worker? This is his very design, He that hath wrought us (that is, our Souls) for this very thing, is God. and of God that is the Worker? This is his very Design, He that hath wrought us (that is, our Souls) for this very thing, is God. cc pp-f np1 cst vbz dt n1? d vbz po31 j n1, pns31 cst vhz vvn pno12 (cst vbz, po12 n2) p-acp d j n1, vbz np1. (35) part (DIV1) 20 Page 268
76 Besides the evidence the work gives, there is also over and above the earnest of the Spirit given to your Souls now whilst in your Bodies, in Joy, full of Glories of the same kind (as Earnests are) of what fulness of Glory they are both capable of then, Beside the evidence the work gives, there is also over and above the earnest of the Spirit given to your Souls now while in your Bodies, in Joy, full of Glories of the same kind (as Earnests Are) of what fullness of Glory they Are both capable of then, p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvz, pc-acp vbz av a-acp cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp po22 n2 av cs p-acp po22 n2, p-acp n1, j pp-f n2 pp-f dt d n1 (c-acp n2 vbr) pp-f r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vbr av-d j pp-f av, (35) part (DIV1) 21 Page 268
77 and shall be filled with, when severed from your Bodies, Who hath [ also ] given us [ the earnest ] of the Spirit. and shall be filled with, when severed from your Bodies, Who hath [ also ] given us [ the earnest ] of the Spirit. cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp, c-crq vvn p-acp po22 n2, r-crq vhz [ av ] vvn pno12 [ dt j ] pp-f dt n1. (35) part (DIV1) 21 Page 268
78 §. §. §. (36) section (DIV2) 21 Page 268
79 We Preachers have it in use, as to allege Proofs of Scripture for the Points or Subjects we handle: We Preachers have it in use, as to allege Proofs of Scripture for the Points or Subject's we handle: pns12 n2 vhb pn31 p-acp n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2-jn pns12 vvb: (36) section (DIV2) 22 Page 268
80 So to give Reasons or Demonstrations of them. And so doth our Apostle here of this great Point he had been treating of: So to give Reasons or Demonstrations of them. And so does our Apostle Here of this great Point he had been treating of: av pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 pp-f pno32. cc av vdz po12 n1 av pp-f d j n1 pns31 vhd vbn vvg pp-f: (36) section (DIV2) 22 Page 268
81 and such Reasons or Demonstrations run often upon Harmony and Congruity of one Divine Thing or Truth kissing another. and such Reasons or Demonstrations run often upon Harmony and Congruity of one Divine Thing or Truth kissing Another. cc d n2 cc n2 vvb av p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f crd j-jn n1 cc n1 vvg j-jn. (36) section (DIV2) 22 Page 269
82 Also upon Becomingnesses or Meetnesses, that is, what it becometh the great God to do. For instance; Also upon Becomings or Meetnesses, that is, what it Becometh the great God to do. For instance; av p-acp n2 cc n2, cst vbz, r-crq pn31 vvz dt j np1 pc-acp vdi. p-acp n1; (36) section (DIV2) 22 Page 269
83 In giving an account, why God in bringing many Sons to Glory, did choose to effect it by Christ's Death, rather than any other way. In giving an account, why God in bringing many Sons to Glory, did choose to Effect it by Christ's Death, rather than any other Way. p-acp vvg dt n1, c-crq np1 p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp n1, vdd vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp npg1 n1, av-c cs d j-jn n1. (36) section (DIV2) 22 Page 269
84 It became him (says he) Heb. 2. 10. For whom are all things, It became him (Says he) Hebrew 2. 10. For whom Are all things, pn31 vvd pno31 (vvz pns31) np1 crd crd p-acp ro-crq vbr d n2, (36) section (DIV2) 22 Page 269
85 and by whom are all things, &c. And so in the point of the Resurrection, 1 Cor. 15. 21. Since by Man came Death, by Man came also the resurrection of the dead; and by whom Are all things, etc. And so in the point of the Resurrection, 1 Cor. 15. 21. Since by Man Come Death, by Man Come also the resurrection of the dead; cc p-acp ro-crq vbr d n2, av cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd c-acp p-acp n1 vvd n1, p-acp n1 vvd av dt n1 pp-f dt j; (36) section (DIV2) 22 Page 269
86 that is, it was congruous, harmonious, it should thus be; the one answering correspondently to the other. that is, it was congruous, harmonious, it should thus be; the one answering correspondently to the other. cst vbz, pn31 vbds j, j, pn31 vmd av vbi; dt pi vvg av-j p-acp dt n-jn. (36) section (DIV2) 22 Page 269
87 The like congruity will be found couched here, in God's bringing Souls to Glory, afore that Resurrection. The like congruity will be found couched Here, in God's bringing Souls to Glory, afore that Resurrection. dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn vvn av, p-acp npg1 vvg n2 p-acp n1, p-acp d n1. (36) section (DIV2) 22 Page 269
88 Now there are two sorts of harmonious Reasons couched in the fore-part of these Words, He that wrought us for this, is God. I. Now there Are two sorts of harmonious Reasons couched in the forepart of these Words, He that wrought us for this, is God. I. av a-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, pns31 cst vvd pno12 p-acp d, vbz np1. pns11. (36) section (DIV2) 23 Page 269
89 That it is Finis operis & operantis, The End of the Work it self upon us; That it is Finis operis & operantis, The End of the Work it self upon us; cst pn31 vbz np1 fw-la cc fw-la, dt vvb pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1 p-acp pno12; (36) section (DIV2) 24 Page 269
90 and of God as an Efficient working for an End: God hath wrought on us for this very thing. and of God as an Efficient working for an End: God hath wrought on us for this very thing. cc pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n-vvg p-acp dt vvb: np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d j n1. (36) section (DIV2) 24 Page 269
91 II. It is Opus Dignum Deo Authore, A Work as he is the great God, and as a thing worthy and becoming of God as the Author of it: II It is Opus Dignum God Author, A Work as he is the great God, and as a thing worthy and becoming of God as the Author of it: crd pn31 vbz fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbz dt j np1, cc p-acp dt n1 j cc vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (36) section (DIV2) 25 Page 270
92 He that hath wrought us for this thing, is God. There is a third point to be superadded; He that hath wrought us for this thing, is God. There is a third point to be superadded; pns31 cst vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d n1, vbz np1. pc-acp vbz dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (36) section (DIV2) 25 Page 270
93 and that is, It is the Interest of all three Persons: and that is, It is the Interest of all three Persons: cc d vbz, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d crd n2: (36) section (DIV2) 26 Page 270
94 Which how clearly evidenced out of the Text, will appear, when I have dispatched these former Doctrines. Which how clearly evidenced out of the Text, will appear, when I have dispatched these former Doctrines. r-crq c-crq av-j vvn av pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi, c-crq pns11 vhb vvn d j n2. (36) section (DIV2) 26 Page 270
95 I. Doctrine. I Doctrine. uh n1. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 26 Page 270
96 That it is a strong Argument, that God hath provided a Glory for separate Souls hereafter, That He hath wrought us, and wrought on us a Work of Grace in this Life. That it is a strong Argument, that God hath provided a Glory for separate Souls hereafter, That He hath wrought us, and wrought on us a Work of Grace in this Life. cst pn31 vbz dt j n1, cst np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp j n2 av, cst pns31 vhz vvn pno12, cc vvn p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 27 Page 270
97 Ere the Reason of this will appear, I must first open three things, natural to the words: Ere the Reason of this will appear, I must First open three things, natural to the words: p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vmb vvi, pns11 vmb ord vvi crd n2, j p-acp dt n2: (37) doctrine (DIV1) 28 Page 270
98 which will serve as materials, out of which to make forth that Argument. First, that the thing here said to be wrought, is Grace or Holiness; which will serve as materials, out of which to make forth that Argument. First, that the thing Here said to be wrought, is Grace or Holiness; r-crq vmb vvi p-acp n2-jn, av pp-f r-crq pc-acp vvi av d n1. ord, cst dt n1 av vvd pc-acp vbi vvn, vbz n1 cc n1; (37) doctrine (DIV1) 28 Page 270
99 which is a preparation unto Glory. (1.) Grace is the Work. which is a preparation unto Glory. (1.) Grace is the Work. r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp n1. (crd) n1 vbz dt n1. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 29 Page 270
100 And so, Phil. 1. 6. termed, The good Work. A frame of Spirit, created to good works: Eph. 2. 10. We are his Workmanship, created unto good Works. And so, Philip 1. 6. termed, The good Work. A frame of Spirit, created to good works: Ephesians 2. 10. We Are his Workmanship, created unto good Works. cc av, np1 crd crd vvn, dt j n1. dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp j n2: np1 crd crd pns12 vbr po31 n1, vvn p-acp j vvz. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 29 Page 270
101 The Text here says, Who hath wrought us: There similarly, We are his Workmanship. And (2.) Secondly, this Work is a preparation to Glory. The Text Here Says, Who hath wrought us: There similarly, We Are his Workmanship. And (2.) Secondly, this Work is a preparation to Glory. dt n1 av vvz, r-crq vhz vvn pno12: pc-acp av-jn, pns12 vbr po31 n1. cc (crd) ord, d n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 29 Page 271
102 For, for one thing to be first wrought in order to another, is a preparation thereunto. For, for one thing to be First wrought in order to Another, is a preparation thereunto. p-acp, p-acp crd n1 pc-acp vbi ord vvn p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn, vbz dt n1 av. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 29 Page 271
103 Now saith the Text, He hath wrought us for this thing; Now Says the Text, He hath wrought us for this thing; av vvz dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d n1; (37) doctrine (DIV1) 29 Page 271
104 and Rom. 9. 23. it is in terminis, The Vessels of Mercy, which he had afore prepared to Glory; which was by working Holiness: and Rom. 9. 23. it is in terminis, The Vessels of Mercy, which he had afore prepared to Glory; which was by working Holiness: cc np1 crd crd pn31 vbz p-acp fw-la, dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns31 vhd a-acp vvn p-acp n1; r-crq vbds p-acp vvg n1: (37) doctrine (DIV1) 29 Page 271
105 for it follows, ver. 24. Even us whom he hath called. for it follows, ver. 24. Even us whom he hath called. c-acp pn31 vvz, fw-la. crd av-j pno12 ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 29 Page 271
106 Likewise, Col. 1. 12. Who hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints in Light: Meet, by making us Saints. Likewise, Col. 1. 12. Who hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints in Light: Meet, by making us Saints. av, np1 crd crd r-crq vhz vvn pno12 vvi pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1: vvb, p-acp vvg pno12 n2. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 29 Page 271
107 So then, Had prepared, Hath made meet is all one with, Who hath wrought us for this thing. Here So then, Had prepared, Hath made meet is all one with, Who hath wrought us for this thing. Here av av, vhd vvn, vhz vvn j vbz d pi p-acp, r-crq vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d n1. av (37) doctrine (DIV1) 29 Page 271
108 The second, what is the principal Subject wrought upon, or prepared and made meet for Glory. The second, what is the principal Subject wrought upon, or prepared and made meet for Glory. dt ord, q-crq vbz dt j-jn n-jn vvd p-acp, cc vvd cc vvd j p-acp n1. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 30 Page 271
109 'Tis certainly the Soul, in Analogy to the Phrase here. It's Certainly the Soul, in Analogy to the Phrase Here. pn31|vbz av-j dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 av. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 30 Page 271
110 We use to say (when we speak of our Conversion) Since my Soul was wrought on. We use to say (when we speak of our Conversion) Since my Soul was wrought on. pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi (c-crq pns12 vvb pp-f po12 n1) p-acp po11 n1 vbds vvn a-acp. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 30 Page 271
111 And though the Body is said to be sanctified, 1 Thess. 5. 23. yet the immediate Subject is the Soul; and that primitively, originally: And though the Body is said to be sanctified, 1 Thess 5. 23. yet the immediate Subject is the Soul; and that primitively, originally: cc cs dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, crd np1 crd crd av dt j j-jn vbz dt n1; cc cst av-j, av-j: (37) doctrine (DIV1) 30 Page 271
112 the Body by derivation from the Soul. And hence it is, the Soul (when a Man dies) carries with it all the Grace by inherency: the Body by derivation from the Soul. And hence it is, the Soul (when a Man die) carries with it all the Grace by inherency: dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc av pn31 vbz, dt n1 (c-crq dt n1 vvz) vvz p-acp pn31 d dt n1 p-acp n1: (37) doctrine (DIV1) 30 Page 271
113 All Flesh is Grass which withers; All Flesh is Grass which withers; d n1 vbz n1 r-crq vvz; (37) doctrine (DIV1) 30 Page 271
114 that is, the Body with all the appurtenances, saith Peter, 1 Pet. 1. 24. But you, having purified your Souls, being born again of incorruptible Seed (our Bodies are made of corruptible Seed, which is the opposition there) by the Word of God, which lives and abides for ever: that is, the Body with all the appurtenances, Says Peter, 1 Pet. 1. 24. But you, having purified your Souls, being born again of incorruptible Seed (our Bodies Are made of corruptible Seed, which is the opposition there) by the Word of God, which lives and abides for ever: cst vbz, dt n1 p-acp d dt n2, vvz np1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp pn22, vhg vvn po22 n2, vbg vvn av pp-f j n1 (po12 n2 vbr vvn pp-f j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 a-acp) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz cc vvz p-acp av: (37) doctrine (DIV1) 30 Page 272
115 And this is the Word (he says he means) which by the Gospel is preached (every day) unto you, ver. 25. and by preaching is engrafted in your Souls, purifying [ your Souls ] ver. And this is the Word (he Says he means) which by the Gospel is preached (every day) unto you, ver. 25. and by preaching is engrafted in your Souls, purifying [ your Souls ] ver. cc d vbz dt n1 (pns31 vvz pns31 vvz) r-crq p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn (d n1) p-acp pn22, fw-la. crd cc p-acp vvg vbz vvn p-acp po22 n2, n-vvg [ po22 n2 ] fw-la. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 30 Page 272
116 22. In no other Subject doth that Word (as preached) for ever abide. 22. In no other Subject does that Word (as preached) for ever abide. crd p-acp dx j-jn j-jn vdz d n1 (c-acp vvn) p-acp av vvi. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 30 Page 272
117 For the Body rots, and in the Grave hath not an inherent, but a relative Holiness, (such as the Episcopal Brethren would have to be in Churches consecrated by them) because once it was the Temple of the Holy Ghost, who dwells in us. For the Body rots, and in the Grave hath not an inherent, but a relative Holiness, (such as the Episcopal Brothers would have to be in Churches consecrated by them) Because once it was the Temple of the Holy Ghost, who dwells in us. p-acp dt n1 vvz, cc p-acp dt j vhz xx dt j, cc-acp dt j n1, (d c-acp dt np1 n2 vmd vhi pc-acp vbi p-acp n2 vvn p-acp pno32) p-acp c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp pno12. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 30 Page 272
118 And that it is the Soul the Apostle hath here in his Eye, in this Discourse of his in my Text, And that it is the Soul the Apostle hath Here in his Eye, in this Discourse of his in my Text, cc cst pn31 vbz dt n1 dt n1 vhz av p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f png31 p-acp po11 n1, (37) doctrine (DIV1) 31 Page 272
119 as that which he intends the Subject here wrought upon, appears, if we consult the Well-head of his Discourse about the Soul, which is the 16. ver. of the 4. Chap. Our inward Man (says he) is renewed, &c. (there is your wrought upon here) whilst the outward (the Body) perisheth. Which Soul, in being call'd the inward Man, connotates at once both Grace and the Soul conjunct together, as that which he intends the Subject Here wrought upon, appears, if we consult the Wellhead of his Discourse about the Soul, which is the 16. ver. of the 4. Chap. Our inward Man (Says he) is renewed, etc. (there is your wrought upon Here) while the outward (the Body) Perishes. Which Soul, in being called the inward Man, connotates At once both Grace and the Soul conjunct together, c-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz dt j-jn av vvn p-acp, vvz, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt crd fw-la. pp-f dt crd np1 po12 j n1 (vvz pns31) vbz vvn, av (pc-acp vbz po22 vvn p-acp av) cs dt j (dt n1) vvz. r-crq n1, p-acp vbg vvn dt j n1, n2 p-acp a-acp d n1 cc dt n1 j av, (37) doctrine (DIV1) 31 Page 272
120 and distinct from the Body, as well as from Sin and Corruption. and distinct from the Body, as well as from since and Corruption. cc j p-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 31 Page 272
121 Elsewhere it is declared the subject first and originally wrought on, Eph. 4. 23. Be renewed [ in the Spirit of your Minds. Elsewhere it is declared the Subject First and originally wrought on, Ephesians 4. 23. Be renewed [ in the Spirit of your Minds. av pn31 vbz vvn dt j-jn ord cc av-j vvn a-acp, np1 crd crd vbb vvn [ p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 31 Page 273
122 ] Look round about the Text, and what is the [ Ʋs ] wrought on? plainly this Inward Man, by the Coherence afore and after. ] Look round about the Text, and what is the [ Ʋs ] wrought on? plainly this Inward Man, by the Coherence afore and After. ] vvb av-j p-acp dt n1, cc r-crq vbz dt [ j ] vvn a-acp? av-j d j n1, p-acp dt n1 a-acp cc a-acp. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 31 Page 273
123 Ask yet 1. If our earthly Tabernacle (that is, our Body) be dissolved, we have, &c. that is, This inner Man, our Souls, have; Ask yet 1. If our earthly Tabernacle (that is, our Body) be dissolved, we have, etc. that is, This inner Man, our Souls, have; vvb av crd cs po12 j n1 (cst vbz, po12 n1) vbb vvn, pns12 vhb, av cst vbz, d j n1, po12 n2, vhb; (37) doctrine (DIV1) 31 Page 273
124 for the Body is supposed dissolved. for the Body is supposed dissolved. p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn vvn. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 31 Page 273
125 So likewise, ver. 4. [ We ] in this Tabernacle, that is, our Souls in these Bodies. So likewise, ver. 4. [ We ] in this Tabernacle, that is, our Souls in these Bodies. av av, fw-la. crd [ pns12 ] p-acp d n1, cst vbz, po12 n2 p-acp d n2. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 31 Page 273
126 More expresly after, ver. 8. our very Souls not only whilst in our Bodies, but when separated from our Bodies, have the [ We ] given them; More expressly After, ver. 8. our very Souls not only while in our Bodies, but when separated from our Bodies, have the [ We ] given them; av-dc av-j a-acp, fw-la. crd po12 j n2 xx av-j cs p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp c-crq vvn p-acp po12 n2, vhb dt [ pns12 ] vvn pno32; (37) doctrine (DIV1) 31 Page 273
127 We are willing to be absent from the Body, and present with the Lord. We Are willing to be absent from the Body, and present with the Lord. pns12 vbr j pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 31 Page 273
128 The We present with the Lord, and absent from the Body, is, nor can be, no other than a separate Soul in its estate of Widowhood. The We present with the Lord, and absent from the Body, is, nor can be, no other than a separate Soul in its estate of Widowhood. dt pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc j p-acp dt n1, vbz, ccx vmb vbi, dx n-jn cs dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 31 Page 273
129 And so here, ver. 5. Hath wrought Ʋs: the Soul bears the Person, carries away the Grace with it. And so Here, ver. 5. Hath wrought Ʋs: the Soul bears the Person, carries away the Grace with it. cc av av, fw-la. crd vhz vvn n2: dt n1 vvz dt n1, vvz av dt n1 p-acp pn31. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 31 Page 273
130 Add to this, the Time here specified in the Text, in which we are wrought upon: Add to this, the Time Here specified in the Text, in which we Are wrought upon: vvb p-acp d, dt n1 av vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp: (37) doctrine (DIV1) 32 Page 273
131 It is but this Life, and during the term thereof. Hath wrought us, says the Apostle; It is but this Life, and during the term thereof. Hath wrought us, Says the Apostle; pn31 vbz p-acp d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 av. vhz vvn pno12, vvz dt n1; (37) doctrine (DIV1) 32 Page 273
132 not in the future, Who shall work us for it: not in the future, Who shall work us for it: xx p-acp dt j-jn, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 p-acp pn31: (37) doctrine (DIV1) 32 Page 273
133 That [ hath wrought ] referring to the work of Conversion at the first, Who [ hath made ] us meet to be partakers, &c. Col. 1. 12. and who doth continue still to work us; That [ hath wrought ] referring to the work of Conversion At the First, Who [ hath made ] us meet to be partakers, etc. Col. 1. 12. and who does continue still to work us; cst [ vhz vvd ] vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ord, r-crq [ vhz vvd ] pno12 vvi pc-acp vbi n2, av np1 crd crd cc q-crq vdz vvi av pc-acp vvi pno12; (37) doctrine (DIV1) 32 Page 274
134 the Peterperfect being often put by the Apostle for the Present, God renewing the inner Man Day by Day, Chap. 4. 16. So working upon it, in order to this self-same thing, continually. the Peterperfect being often put by the Apostle for the Present, God renewing the inner Man Day by Day, Chap. 4. 16. So working upon it, in order to this selfsame thing, continually. dt n1 vbg av vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j, np1 vvg dt j n1 n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd np1 vvg p-acp pn31, p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1, av-j. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 32 Page 274
135 Unto which Words there, these here have an evident aspect; yet so, as that time of working is but during this Life: Unto which Words there, these Here have an evident aspect; yet so, as that time of working is but during this Life: p-acp r-crq n2 a-acp, d av vhb dt j n1; av av, c-acp cst n1 pp-f n-vvg vbz cc-acp p-acp d n1: (37) doctrine (DIV1) 32 Page 274
136 For it is whilst the outward Man is mouldring, and that by Afflictions, which during this moment work an eternal weight of Glory, ver. 17. and that is expresly said to be but this present time, Rom. 8. So then, there is no Parabit in that other World: For it is while the outward Man is mouldering, and that by Afflictions, which during this moment work an Eternal weight of Glory, ver. 17. and that is expressly said to be but this present time, Rom. 8. So then, there is no Parabit in that other World: c-acp pn31 vbz cs dt j n1 vbz j-vvg, cc d p-acp n2, r-crq p-acp d n1 vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1, fw-la. crd cc d vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp d j n1, np1 crd av av, pc-acp vbz dx vvb p-acp d j-jn n1: (37) doctrine (DIV1) 32 Page 274
137 But, as Solomon says of Man, There is no work after this Life; No remembrance, says David: namely, which hath any influence into a Man's Eternity. But, as Solomon Says of Man, There is no work After this Life; No remembrance, Says David: namely, which hath any influence into a Man's Eternity. cc-acp, c-acp np1 vvz pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d n1; dx n1, vvz np1: av, r-crq vhz d n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 32 Page 274
138 So there is no working upon us in order thereunto, after Death: So there is no working upon us in order thereunto, After Death: av a-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 av, p-acp n1: (37) doctrine (DIV1) 32 Page 274
139 God hath done his Do [ hath wrought ] and Man hath finished his course; as Paul of himself, God hath done his Do [ hath wrought ] and Man hath finished his course; as Paul of himself, np1 vhz vdn po31 vdb [ vhz vvd ] cc n1 vhz vvd po31 n1; p-acp np1 pp-f px31, (37) doctrine (DIV1) 32 Page 274
140 and in this Chapter of my Text, ver. 10. Every Man receiveth the things done in his Body, be they good or evil. and in this Chapter of my Text, ver. 10. Every Man receives the things done in his Body, be they good or evil. cc p-acp d n1 pp-f po11 n1, fw-la. crd d n1 vvz dt n2 vdn p-acp po31 n1, vbb pns32 j cc j-jn. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 32 Page 274
141 Those things that are done in this Body only; therefore only what in this Life he hath wrought. Those things that Are done in this Body only; Therefore only what in this Life he hath wrought. d n2 cst vbr vdn p-acp d n1 av-j; av av-j r-crq p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz vvn. (37) doctrine (DIV1) 32 Page 274
142 And for this he hath wrough us, (says the Text.) And for this he hath wrough us, (Says the Text.) cc p-acp d pns31 vhz zz pno12, (vvz dt np1) (37) doctrine (DIV1) 32 Page 274
143 §. §. §. (38) section (DIV2) 32 Page 275
144 These things premised, I come to the Argument to be raised out of them, to prove the Point in hand. These things premised, I come to the Argument to be raised out of them, to prove the Point in hand. d n2 vvn, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f pno32, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. (38) section (DIV2) 33 Page 275
145 First, that Grace or Holiness, because they are immediately wrought in the Soul, that therefore when the Body dies the Soul shall be taken up into Life. First, that Grace or Holiness, Because they Are immediately wrought in the Soul, that Therefore when the Body die the Soul shall be taken up into Life. ord, cst n1 cc n1, c-acp pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, cst av c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1. (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 275
146 That this is a meet and congruous Ordination of God, the Scripture it self owns, That this is a meet and congruous Ordination of God, the Scripture it self owns, cst d vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pn31 n1 vvz, (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 275
147 and seems so to pitch the reason of it, in Rom. 8. 10, 11. And if Christ be in you, the Body is dead, because of Sin: and seems so to pitch the reason of it, in Rom. 8. 10, 11. And if christ be in you, the Body is dead, Because of since: cc vvz av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp np1 crd crd, crd cc cs np1 vbb p-acp pn22, dt n1 vbz j, c-acp pp-f n1: (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 275
148 but the Spirit is Life, because of Righteousness. but the Spirit is Life, Because of Righteousness. cc-acp dt n1 vbz n1, c-acp pp-f n1. (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 275
149 But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the Dead dwell in you; But if the Spirit of him that raised up jesus from the Dead dwell in you; p-acp cs dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd a-acp np1 p-acp dt j vvi p-acp pn22; (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 275
150 he that raised up Christ from the Dead, shall also quicken your mortal Bodies, by his Spirit that dwelleth in you. he that raised up christ from the Dead, shall also quicken your Mortal Bodies, by his Spirit that dwells in you. pns31 cst vvd a-acp np1 p-acp dt j, vmb av vvi po22 j-jn n2, p-acp po31 n1 cst vvz p-acp pn22. (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 275
151 He gives an account of what is to become hereafter, both of the Bodies and Souls of them in whom Christ is. (1.) First, He gives an account of what is to become hereafter, both of the Bodies and Souls of them in whom christ is. (1.) First, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi av, d pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pno32 p-acp ro-crq np1 vbz. (crd) ord, (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 275
152 for the Body that is condemned to die, The Body is dead because of Sin. By Body I understand the same which he in the 11th Verse terms the mortal Body to be raised up; for the Body that is condemned to die, The Body is dead Because of Sin. By Body I understand the same which he in the 11th Verse terms the Mortal Body to be raised up; p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, dt n1 vbz j c-acp pp-f np1 p-acp n1 pns11 vvb dt d r-crq pns31 p-acp dt ord vvb n2 dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp; (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 275
153 which (says he) is dead, that is, appointed to die; which (Says he) is dead, that is, appointed to die; r-crq (vvz pns31) vbz j, cst vbz, vvn pc-acp vvi; (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 275
154 as one sentenced to Death you term a dead Man. And this [ because of Sin. ] It was meet that that first threatning of dying should have some effect to evidence the Truth of God therein. as one sentenced to Death you term a dead Man. And this [ Because of Sin. ] It was meet that that First threatening of dying should have Some Effect to evidence the Truth of God therein. c-acp crd vvn p-acp n1 pn22 vvb dt j n1 cc d [ c-acp pp-f np1 ] pn31 vbds j cst d ord j-vvg pp-f vvg vmd vhi d n1 p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 av. (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 276
155 Only God is favourable in his Ordination in this, that he arresteth but the Body, the less principal Debtor; Only God is favourable in his Ordination in this, that he arresteth but the Body, the less principal Debtor; j np1 vbz j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d, cst pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, dt av-dc j-jn n1; (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 276
156 but that (to be sure) shall pay for it: but that (to be sure) shall pay for it: cc-acp d (p-acp vbi j) vmb vvi p-acp pn31: (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 276
157 It is appointed to all Men once to die, even for Men that are in Christ, It is appointed to all Men once to die, even for Men that Are in christ, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi, av p-acp n2 cst vbr p-acp np1, (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 276
158 as this place of the Romans hath it. as this place of the Romans hath it. c-acp d n1 pp-f dt np1 vhz pn31. (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 276
159 Then (2.) follows, what remains the Soul of such an one when the Body dies. Then (2.) follows, what remains the Soul of such an one when the Body die. cs (crd) vvz, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f d dt pi c-crq dt n1 vvz. (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 276
160 [ But ] says he, (speaking by way of exception, and contrary fate too,) The Spirit is Life, because of Righteousness. [ But ] Says he, (speaking by Way of exception, and contrary fate too,) The Spirit is Life, Because of Righteousness. [ cc-acp ] vvz pns31, (vvg p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc j-jn n1 av,) dt n1 vbz n1, c-acp pp-f n1. (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 276
161 The Spirit is the Soul in contradistinction to the Body; The Spirit is the Soul in contradistinction to the Body; dt n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 276
162 this, when the Body dies, is Life: He says not Living only, or immortal, but is swallowed up into Life: this, when the Body die, is Life: He Says not Living only, or immortal, but is swallowed up into Life: d, c-crq dt n1 vvz, vbz n1: pns31 vvz xx vvg av-j, cc j, cc-acp vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1: (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 276
163 And why? because of Righteousness, which is Christ's Image; And why? Because of Righteousness, which is Christ's Image; cc q-crq? c-acp pp-f n1, r-crq vbz npg1 n1; (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 276
164 and so preserves, and by God's ordination upon dying, elevates the Soul, which is the immediate and original Subject of it, (which is the Point in hand.) For this thing it is, God hath wrought it. and so preserves, and by God's ordination upon dying, elevates the Soul, which is the immediate and original Subject of it, (which is the Point in hand.) For this thing it is, God hath wrought it. cc av vvz, cc p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp vvg, vvz dt n1, r-crq vbz dt j cc j-jn n-jn pp-f pn31, (r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp n1.) p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz, np1 vhz vvn pn31. (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 276
165 But then because the Query would be, Shall this Body for ever remain dead, because of (this first) Sin, and bear this Punishment for ever? No: But then Because the Query would be, Shall this Body for ever remain dead, Because of (this First) since, and bear this Punishment for ever? No: p-acp av c-acp dt np1 vmd vbi, vmb d n1 c-acp av vvi j, c-acp pp-f (d ord) n1, cc vvi d n1 c-acp av? uh-dx: (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 276
166 Therefore (3.) he adds, He that raised up Christ from the Dead, shall also quicken your mortal Bodies. Therefore (3.) he adds, He that raised up christ from the Dead, shall also quicken your Mortal Bodies. av (crd) pns31 vvz, pns31 cst vvd a-acp np1 p-acp dt j, vmb av vvi po22 j-jn n2. (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 276
167 So at last, and then bringing both Body and Soul together unto compleat Glory. So At last, and then bringing both Body and Soul together unto complete Glory. av p-acp ord, cc av vvg d n1 cc n1 av p-acp j n1. (38) section (DIV2) 34 Page 277
168 And the congruity of Reason that is for this appointment is observable, something like to that, 1 Cor. 15. As by Man came Death, And the congruity of Reason that is for this appointment is observable, something like to that, 1 Cor. 15. As by Man Come Death, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp d n1 vbz j, pi av-j p-acp d, crd np1 crd c-acp p-acp n1 vvd n1, (38) section (DIV2) 35 Page 277
169 so by Man came also the Resurrection from the Dead. so by Man Come also the Resurrection from the Dead. av p-acp n1 vvd av dt n1 p-acp dt j. (38) section (DIV2) 35 Page 277
170 For that Sin that condemned us to this Death, we had from the first Adam by bodily Generation, For that since that condemned us to this Death, we had from the First Adam by bodily Generation, p-acp d n1 cst vvd pno12 p-acp d n1, pns12 vhd p-acp dt ord np1 p-acp j n1, (38) section (DIV2) 35 Page 277
171 as the channel or means of conveying it, who was (as other) Father of our Flesh. as the channel or means of conveying it, who was (as other) Father of our Flesh. c-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f vvg pn31, r-crq vbds (c-acp j-jn) n1 pp-f po12 n1. (38) section (DIV2) 35 Page 277
172 The Arrest therefore goes forth against the Body, which we had from that Adam, because of that Sin, conveyed by means of our Bodies: The Arrest Therefore Goes forth against the Body, which we had from that Adam, Because of that since, conveyed by means of our Bodies: dt n1 av vvz av p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns12 vhd p-acp d np1, c-acp pp-f d n1, vvn p-acp n2 pp-f po12 n2: (38) section (DIV2) 36 Page 277
173 for tho I must not say, the Body defiles the Soul, or of it self is the immediate Subject of Sin; for though I must not say, the Body defiles the Soul, or of it self is the immediate Subject of since; c-acp cs pns11 vmb xx vvi, dt n1 vvz dt n1, cc pp-f pn31 n1 vbz dt j j-jn pp-f n1; (38) section (DIV2) 36 Page 277
174 yet the original Means or Channel, through which it comes down, and is derived unto us, is the Generation of our Bodies. yet the original Means or Channel, through which it comes down, and is derived unto us, is the Generation of our Bodies. av dt j-jn n2 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz a-acp, cc vbz vvn p-acp pno12, vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (38) section (DIV2) 36 Page 277
175 The Body therefore congruously pays for this, and the Death thereof is a Means to let Sin out of the World, The Body Therefore congruously pays for this, and the Death thereof is a Means to let since out of the World, dt n1 av av-j vvz p-acp d, cc dt n1 av vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi n1 av pp-f dt n1, (38) section (DIV2) 36 Page 277
176 as the propagating it was a means to bring Sin in: as the propagating it was a means to bring since in: c-acp dt j-vvg pn31 vbds dt n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp: (38) section (DIV2) 36 Page 277
177 But an holy Soul or Spirit, which is the Offspring of God, having now true Holiness and Righteousness from the second Adam, communicated to it, and abiding in it; But an holy Soul or Spirit, which is the Offspring of God, having now true Holiness and Righteousness from the second Adam, communicated to it, and abiding in it; cc-acp dt j n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, vhg av j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt ord np1, vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvg p-acp pn31; (38) section (DIV2) 36 Page 277
178 and being not only the immediate Subject thereof, but further, the first and original Subject, from and by which it is derived unto the Body; and being not only the immediate Subject thereof, but further, the First and original Subject, from and by which it is derived unto the Body; cc vbg xx av-j dt j n-jn av, cc-acp av-jc, dt ord cc n-jn j-jn, p-acp cc p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; (38) section (DIV2) 36 Page 278
179 the Womb, into which that immortal Seed was first cast, and in which the inward Man is formed, the Womb, into which that immortal Seed was First cast, and in which the inward Man is formed, dt n1, p-acp r-crq d j n1 vbds ord vvn, cc p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vbz vvn, (38) section (DIV2) 36 Page 278
180 and in respect of a constant abiding, in which it is that Seed is termed incorruptible. and in respect of a constant abiding, in which it is that Seed is termed incorruptible. cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n-vvg, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz cst n1 vbz vvn j. (38) section (DIV2) 36 Page 278
181 Hence therefore says God of this Soul, [ It is Life ] It shall live when this Body dies. Hence Therefore Says God of this Soul, [ It is Life ] It shall live when this Body die. av av vvz np1 pp-f d n1, [ pn31 vbz n1 ] pn31 vmb vvi c-crq d n1 vvz. (38) section (DIV2) 36 Page 278
182 There is nothing of Christ's Image, but is ordained to abide for ever. There is nothing of Christ's Image, but is ordained to abide for ever. pc-acp vbz pix pp-f npg1 n1, cc-acp vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp av. (38) section (DIV2) 36 Page 278
183 Charity never fails. His Righteousness endures for ever; and therefore is ordained to conserve and elevate unto Life the Subject it is in, Charity never fails. His Righteousness endures for ever; and Therefore is ordained to conserve and elevate unto Life the Subject it is in, n1 av-x vvz. po31 n1 vvz p-acp av; cc av vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 dt j-jn pn31 vbz p-acp, (38) section (DIV2) 36 Page 278
184 and that is the Soul. This, as a Foundation of the substantial parts of this first Reason out of this one Scripture, and that is the Soul. This, as a Foundation of the substantial parts of this First Reason out of this one Scripture, cc d vbz dt n1 np1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d ord n1 av pp-f d crd n1, (38) section (DIV2) 36 Page 278
185 thus directly and explicitly holding this forth. thus directly and explicitly holding this forth. av av-j cc av-j vvg d av. (38) section (DIV2) 36 Page 278
186 §. §. §. (39) section (DIV2) 36 Page 278
187 I come (2.) to the Argumentation it self, which ariseth out of these things laid together. (1.) That the Soul is the immediate Subject of Grace. (2.) The first and primitive Susceptive thereof. (3.) And it self is alone and immediatly capable of Glory, which Grace is a preparation to. I come (2.) to the Argumentation it self, which arises out of these things laid together. (1.) That the Soul is the immediate Subject of Grace. (2.) The First and primitive Susceptive thereof. (3.) And it self is alone and immediately capable of Glory, which Grace is a preparation to. pns11 vvb (crd) p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1, r-crq vvz av pp-f d n2 vvd av. (crd) cst dt n1 vbz dt j j-jn pp-f n1. (crd) dt ord cc j j av. (crd) cc pn31 n1 vbz j cc av-j j pp-f n1, r-crq n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp. (39) section (DIV2) 37 Page 278
188 And (4.) that God afore our Deaths hath wrought all of Grace he intends to work, in preparation to Glory. And (4.) that God afore our Death's hath wrought all of Grace he intends to work, in preparation to Glory. cc (crd) cst np1 p-acp po12 n2 vhz vvn d pp-f n1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (39) section (DIV2) 37 Page 279
189 Out of all these a strong Argument doth arise, That such a Soul upon Death shall be admitted unto Glory; Out of all these a strong Argument does arise, That such a Soul upon Death shall be admitted unto Glory; av pp-f d d dt j n1 vdz vvi, cst d dt n1 p-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1; (39) section (DIV2) 37 Page 279
190 and not be put to stay till the time of the Resurrection, when both Soul and Body shall be joined again together. and not be put to stay till the time of the Resurrection, when both Soul and Body shall be joined again together. cc xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq d n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn av av. (39) section (DIV2) 37 Page 279
191 And that this holdeth a just and meet conveniency upon each, or at least, all these grounds when put together. And that this holds a just and meet conveniency upon each, or At least, all these grounds when put together. cc cst d vvz dt j cc j n1 p-acp d, cc p-acp ds, d d n2 c-crq vvd av. (39) section (DIV2) 37 Page 279
192 First, consider the Soul as the immediate Subject of this working and preparation for Glory. First, Consider the Soul as the immediate Subject of this working and preparation for Glory. ord, vvb dt n1 p-acp dt j j-jn pp-f d n-vvg cc n1 p-acp n1. (39) section (DIV2) 38 Page 279
193 Hence therefore this will at least arise, That the Inherency or Abiding of this Grace wrought in this Soul, depends not upon its conjunction with the Body; Hence Therefore this will At least arise, That the Inherency or Abiding of this Grace wrought in this Soul, depends not upon its conjunction with the Body; av av d n1 p-acp ds vvb, cst dt n1 cc j-vvg pp-f d n1 vvn p-acp d n1, vvz xx p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (39) section (DIV2) 38 Page 279
194 but so as it remains as an everlasting and perpetual Conserver of that Grace stampt on it; but so as it remains as an everlasting and perpetual Conserver of that Grace stamped on it; cc-acp av c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1 vvn p-acp pn31; (39) section (DIV2) 38 Page 279
195 yea, and carries it all with it self, as a rich Treasure innate unto it wherever it goes, when separate from the Body. yea, and carries it all with it self, as a rich Treasure innate unto it wherever it Goes, when separate from the Body. uh, cc vvz pn31 d p-acp pn31 n1, c-acp dt j n1 j p-acp pn31 c-crq pn31 vvz, c-crq vvb p-acp dt n1. (39) section (DIV2) 38 Page 279
196 I say, it either hath in it, or appertaining unto it, all that hath been wrought for it, either in it, or by it. I say, it either hath in it, or appertaining unto it, all that hath been wrought for it, either in it, or by it. pns11 vvb, pn31 av-d vhz p-acp pn31, cc vvg p-acp pn31, d cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp pn31, av-d p-acp pn31, cc p-acp pn31. (39) section (DIV2) 38 Page 279
197 Rev. 14. 13. Blessed are the Dead which die in the Lord: [ And their Works do follow them: Rev. 14. 13. Blessed Are the Dead which die in the Lord: [ And their Works do follow them: n1 crd crd vvn vbr dt j r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1: [ cc po32 vvz vdb vvi pno32: (39) section (DIV2) 38 Page 279
198 ] They go to Heaven with them, and after them. ] They go to Heaven with them, and After them. ] pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, cc p-acp pno32. (39) section (DIV2) 38 Page 279
199 And in what Subject else is it, that the Seed of God remains incorruptible, or the Word of God abides for ever? Or how else comes that Saying to be performed, 1 John 2. 17. He that doth the Will of God, endures for ever? Having therefore all these Riches by it, And in what Subject Else is it, that the Seed of God remains incorruptible, or the Word of God abides for ever? Or how Else comes that Saying to be performed, 1 John 2. 17. He that does the Will of God, endures for ever? Having Therefore all these Riches by it, cc p-acp r-crq n-jn av vbz pn31, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz j, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp av? cc c-crq av vvz d vvg pc-acp vbi vvn, crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vdz dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz p-acp av? vhg av d d n2 p-acp pn31, (39) section (DIV2) 38 Page 280
200 and as complete (as here it shall be,) meet it is it should partake the benefit thereof, and as complete (as Here it shall be,) meet it is it should partake the benefit thereof, cc p-acp j (c-acp av pn31 vmb vbi,) vvb pn31 vbz pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 av, (39) section (DIV2) 38 Page 280
201 and live upon them now when it is single and alone, and in its Widow's condition. and live upon them now when it is single and alone, and in its Widow's condition. cc vvi p-acp pno32 av c-crq pn31 vbz j cc j, cc p-acp po31 ng1 n1. (39) section (DIV2) 38 Page 280
202 And it is an opportune season, that by a Glory given it for that Holiness, this should now appear, That it was the Soul which was the sole intrinsick and immediate Receptive of all this Holiness. This is the first. Add also, Secondly; And it is an opportune season, that by a Glory given it for that Holiness, this should now appear, That it was the Soul which was the sole intrinsic and immediate Receptive of all this Holiness. This is the First. Add also, Secondly; cc pn31 vbz dt j n1, cst p-acp dt n1 vvn pn31 p-acp d n1, d vmd av vvi, cst pn31 vbds dt n1 r-crq vbds dt j j cc j j pp-f d d n1. d vbz dt ord. vvb av, ord; (39) section (DIV2) 38 Page 280
203 Its being the first and primitive Subject of Holiness, from vhich it is derivatively in the Body. Its being the First and primitive Subject of Holiness, from vhich it is derivatively in the Body. pn31 vbg dt ord cc j n-jn pp-f n1, p-acp j pn31 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1. (39) section (DIV2) 39 Page 280
204 Meet it was this Soul should not be deferred, till the Appurtenance of it be united to it, Meet it was this Soul should not be deferred, till the Appurtenance of it be united to it, j pn31 vbds d n1 vmd xx vbi vvn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbb vvn p-acp pn31, (39) section (DIV2) 39 Page 280
205 but be served first, and admitted into that Glory ordained; but be served First, and admitted into that Glory ordained; cc-acp vbi vvn ord, cc vvn p-acp d n1 vvn; (39) section (DIV2) 39 Page 280
206 and by having it self first possession given of that Inheritance, the Body might in its season be admitted derivatively thereinto from it, and by having it self First possession given of that Inheritance, the Body might in its season be admitted derivatively thereinto from it, cc p-acp vhg pn31 n1 ord n1 vvn pp-f d n1, dt n1 vmd p-acp po31 n1 vbi vvn av-j av p-acp pn31, (39) section (DIV2) 39 Page 280
207 after that renewed Union with it by the Resurrection. Reason good, that look as in Priority, Grace, the preparation unto Glory, was wrought; After that renewed union with it by the Resurrection. Reason good, that look as in Priority, Grace, the preparation unto Glory, was wrought; c-acp cst j-vvn n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1. n1 j, cst vvb a-acp p-acp n1, n1, dt n1 p-acp n1, vbds vvn; (39) section (DIV2) 39 Page 280
208 so, in that Order of Priority, Glory it self should be communicated. And therefore seeing its Fate is to abide a while alone, therefore first to enjoy, so, in that Order of Priority, Glory it self should be communicated. And Therefore seeing its Fate is to abide a while alone, Therefore First to enjoy, av, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, n1 pn31 n1 vmd vbi vvn. cc av vvg po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j, av ord p-acp vvi, (39) section (DIV2) 39 Page 280
209 and drink both the Juice and Fruit of that Vine it is the Root of. and drink both the Juice and Fruit of that Vine it is the Root of. cc vvi d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f. (39) section (DIV2) 39 Page 281
210 And (3.) it being in it self, when separate, as immediatly capable of this Glory, And (3.) it being in it self, when separate, as immediately capable of this Glory, cc (crd) pn31 vbg p-acp pn31 n1, c-crq j, c-acp av-j j pp-f d n1, (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 281
211 as when it shall be again united to the Body: as when it shall be again united to the Body: c-acp c-crq pn31 vmb vbi av vvn p-acp dt n1: (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 281
212 For what is the Essential of Glory, the Substance of that Life that swallows up all, For what is the Essential of Glory, the Substance of that Life that Swallows up all, c-acp r-crq vbz dt j pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst vvz a-acp d, (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 281
213 but (as we said on v. 4.) God's immediate Presence, and our knowing him face to face, as we are known. but (as we said on v. 4.) God's immediate Presence, and our knowing him face to face, as we Are known. cc-acp (c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp n1 crd) npg1 j n1, cc po12 vvg pno31 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vbr vvn. (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 281
214 Now of this the Apostle doth in these 6, 7, and 8 Verses, expresly inform us, That the separate Soul is not only capable thereof, Now of this the Apostle does in these 6, 7, and 8 Verses, expressly inform us, That the separate Soul is not only capable thereof, av pp-f d dt n1 vdz p-acp d crd, crd, cc crd n2, av-j vvb pno12, cst dt j n1 vbz xx av-j j av, (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 281
215 but that it then begins to enjoy it: but that it then begins to enjoy it: cc-acp cst pn31 av vvz pc-acp vvi pn31: (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 281
216 Therefore (says he) we are always confident, knowing, that whilst we are in the Body, we are absent from the Lord; (for we walk by Faith, not by Sight.) We are confident, I say, Therefore (Says he) we Are always confident, knowing, that while we Are in the Body, we Are absent from the Lord; (for we walk by Faith, not by Sighed.) We Are confident, I say, av (vvz pns31) pns12 vbr av j, vvg, cst cs pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1, pns12 vbr j p-acp dt n1; (c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1, xx p-acp n1.) pns12 vbr j, pns11 vvb, (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 281
217 and willing rather to be absent from the Body, and to be present with the Lord. and willing rather to be absent from the Body, and to be present with the Lord. cc vvg av-c pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1. (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 281
218 Where to be present with the Lord, and to live by Sight, is expresly made the Privilege of a Soul absent from the Body; Where to be present with the Lord, and to live by Sighed, is expressly made the Privilege of a Soul absent from the Body; c-crq pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp vvb p-acp n1, vbz av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j p-acp dt n1; (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 281
219 which can mean no other State, than that of the Soul between the Death of the Body, and the Resurrection. which can mean no other State, than that of the Soul between the Death of the Body, and the Resurrection. r-crq vmb vvi dx j-jn n1, cs d pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1. (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 281
220 For whilst it is present in the Body afore Death, it is absent from the Lord; and when it shall be present with the Lord, after the Resurrection, it shall not then be any more absent from the Body. This Conjunction therefore of absent from the Body, and present with the Lord, falls out in no State else, For while it is present in the Body afore Death, it is absent from the Lord; and when it shall be present with the Lord, After the Resurrection, it shall not then be any more absent from the Body. This Conjunction Therefore of absent from the Body, and present with the Lord, falls out in no State Else, p-acp cs pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1; cc c-crq pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb xx av vbi d dc j p-acp dt n1. d n1 av pp-f j p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, vvz av p-acp dx n1 av, (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 282
221 but only in that Interim or space of time between. but only in that Interim or Molle of time between. cc-acp av-j p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp. (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 282
222 Let us withal view this Place in the Light, (by bringing the one to the other) which that Passage, 1 Cor. 13. 12. doth cast upon it: Let us withal view this Place in the Light, (by bringing the one to the other) which that Passage, 1 Cor. 13. 12. does cast upon it: vvb pno12 av vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, (p-acp vvg dt crd p-acp dt n-jn) r-crq d n1, crd np1 crd crd vdz vvi p-acp pn31: (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 282
223 For now we see through a Glass darkly, but then face to face; For now we see through a Glass darkly, but then face to face; c-acp av pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 av-j, cc-acp av n1 p-acp n1; (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 282
224 now I know in part, but then shall I know, even as also I am known. now I know in part, but then shall I know, even as also I am known. av pns11 vvb p-acp n1, cc-acp av vmb pns11 vvi, av c-acp av pns11 vbm vvn. (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 282
225 [ To see as in a Glass darkly ] there, is to [ walk by Faith ] here: [ To see as in a Glass darkly ] there, is to [ walk by Faith ] Here: [ pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 av-j ] a-acp, vbz p-acp [ vvi p-acp n1 ] av: (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 282
226 But to see face to face, and to know God as we are known, (so there) is all one; But to see face to face, and to know God as we Are known, (so there) is all one; cc-acp p-acp vvb n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi np1 c-acp pns12 vbr vvn, (av pc-acp) vbz d pi; (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 282
227 and to attain to sight, and be in Christ's presence (here.) And to be sure, the Body is in no estate whatever capable of knowing God, and to attain to sighed, and be in Christ's presence (Here.) And to be sure, the Body is in no estate whatever capable of knowing God, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc vbb p-acp npg1 n1 (av.) cc pc-acp vbi j, dt n1 vbz p-acp dx n1 r-crq j pp-f vvg np1, (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 282
228 as we are known of him: None durst ever affirm that. For besides that, the Spiritual Knowledg of God is proper to an intellectual Nature: as we Are known of him: None durst ever affirm that. For beside that, the Spiritual Knowledge of God is proper to an intellectual Nature: c-acp pns12 vbr vvn pp-f pno31: pi vvd av vvi d. p-acp p-acp d, dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz j p-acp dt j n1: (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 282
229 Further, so to know God, as God knows us, and so to be elevated to the Similitude of God's Understanding, is not communicable to the Body. Further, so to know God, as God knows us, and so to be elevated to the Similitude of God's Understanding, is not communicable to the Body. av-jc, av pc-acp vvi np1, c-acp np1 vvz pno12, cc av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vbz xx j p-acp dt n1. (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 282
230 We may as well dare to affirm God himself to be a Body, as that our Bodies are capable of ever being raised up thus to know God. We may as well Dare to affirm God himself to be a Body, as that our Bodies Are capable of ever being raised up thus to know God. pns12 vmb a-acp av vvb pc-acp vvi np1 px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1, c-acp cst po12 n2 vbr j pp-f av vbg vvn a-acp av pc-acp vvi np1. (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 282
231 Hence therefore whether the Soul be out of the Body, as after Death; or so in the Body, as it shall be after the Resurrection; Hence Therefore whither the Soul be out of the Body, as After Death; or so in the Body, as it shall be After the Resurrection; av av cs dt n1 vbb av pp-f dt n1, c-acp p-acp n1; cc av p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vmb vbb p-acp dt n1; (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 282
232 yet still it is the Soul that is immediately alone capable of that Sight and Knowledg of God. yet still it is the Soul that is immediately alone capable of that Sighed and Knowledge of God. av av pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vbz av-j j j pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 283
233 And therefore seeing it depends not on the Body, it is as well capable of it afore the Resurrection without the Body, And Therefore seeing it depends not on the Body, it is as well capable of it afore the Resurrection without the Body, cc av vvg pn31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz a-acp av j pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 283
234 as after the Resurrection in the Body. as After the Resurrection in the Body. c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (39) section (DIV2) 40 Page 283
235 Only this must be added, That whilst indeed the Soul is at home in this Body, (this earthly Tabernacle) it is not capable of this Sight of the Glory of God, i. e. as to continue in the Body, and enjoy it; Only this must be added, That while indeed the Soul is At home in this Body, (this earthly Tabernacle) it is not capable of this Sighed of the Glory of God, i. e. as to continue in the Body, and enjoy it; av-j d vmb vbi vvn, cst cs av dt n1 vbz p-acp n1-an p-acp d n1, (d j n1) pn31 vbz xx j pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, sy. sy. p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pn31; (39) section (DIV2) 41 Page 283
236 for it would crack this earthen Vessel: as 1 Cor. 15. 50. Flesh and Blood cannot inherit the Kingdom of God. for it would Crac this earthen Vessel: as 1 Cor. 15. 50. Flesh and Blood cannot inherit the Kingdom of God. c-acp pn31 vmd vvi d j n1: c-acp crd np1 crd crd n1 cc n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (39) section (DIV2) 41 Page 283
237 And altho Paul, as a Stander-by, was an Overhearer, and an Eye-witness (by way of Revelation and Vision) of what the Spirits of Just Men in Glory do enjoy: And although Paul, as a Stander-by, was an Overhearer, and an Eyewitness (by Way of Revelation and Vision) of what the Spirits of Just Men in Glory do enjoy: cc cs np1, p-acp dt j, vbds dt np1, cc dt n1 (p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1) pp-f r-crq dt n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp n1 vdb vvi: (39) section (DIV2) 41 Page 283
238 Even as on the contrary, the Angels are often Standers-by on Earth, and Overseers of us, what is therein done, (as the Phrase is, Zech. 3. 7.) yet he was not estated into it, Even as on the contrary, the Angels Are often Standers by on Earth, and Overseers of us, what is therein done, (as the Phrase is, Zechariah 3. 7.) yet he was not estated into it, av c-acp p-acp dt n-jn, dt n2 vbr av j p-acp n1, cc n2 pp-f pno12, r-crq vbz av vdn, (c-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd crd) av pns31 vbds xx vvn p-acp pn31, (39) section (DIV2) 41 Page 283
239 or admitted a Possessor thereof himself, no more than Angels into an earthly estate; or admitted a Possessor thereof himself, no more than Angels into an earthly estate; cc vvn dt n1 av px31, av-dx dc cs n2 p-acp dt j n1; (39) section (DIV2) 41 Page 283
240 and therefore could not say, whether the Revelation vouchsafed him, might not be in the Body as well as out of it: and Therefore could not say, whither the Revelation vouchsafed him, might not be in the Body as well as out of it: cc av vmd xx vvi, cs dt n1 vvd pno31, vmd xx vbi p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp av pp-f pn31: (39) section (DIV2) 41 Page 283
241 Whereas God had otherwise long since peremptorily determined that Question, That no Man could see God, and live; Whereas God had otherwise long since peremptorily determined that Question, That no Man could see God, and live; cs np1 vhd av av-j c-acp av-j vvn cst n1, cst dx n1 vmd vvb np1, cc vvi; (39) section (DIV2) 41 Page 284
242 that is, at once continue in this Body, and see him face to face. that is, At once continue in this Body, and see him face to face. cst vbz, p-acp a-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cc vvi pno31 n1 p-acp n1. (39) section (DIV2) 41 Page 284
243 And Paul here in my Text also determines it, That whilst we are at home in the Body, (as now) we are absent from the Lord. They are two incompatible Estates. And Paul Here in my Text also determines it, That while we Are At home in the Body, (as now) we Are absent from the Lord. They Are two incompatible Estates. np1 np1 av p-acp po11 n1 av vvz pn31, cst cs pns12 vbr p-acp n1-an p-acp dt n1, (c-acp av) pns12 vbr j p-acp dt n1. pns32 vbr crd j n2. (39) section (DIV2) 41 Page 284
244 But still when that which thus lets, (this Body) is taken out of the way, the Soul it self is sufficiently capable, But still when that which thus lets, (this Body) is taken out of the Way, the Soul it self is sufficiently capable, p-acp av c-crq cst r-crq av vvz, (d n1) vbz vvn av pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz av-j j, (39) section (DIV2) 41 Page 284
245 as truly as ever it shall be. as truly as ever it shall be. c-acp av-j c-acp av pn31 vmb vbi. (39) section (DIV2) 41 Page 284
246 §. But if this Argument from these be yet judged not home enough, but short: §. But if this Argument from these be yet judged not home enough, but short: §. cc-acp cs d n1 p-acp d vbb av vvn xx n1-an av-d, cc-acp j: (40) section (DIV2) 41 Page 284
247 Then let us in the fourth place add what Force the third Premise will give to it, concerning the Time of God's working on us, to drive all closer home; Then let us in the fourth place add what Force the third Premise will give to it, Concerning the Time of God's working on us, to drive all closer home; av vvb pno12 p-acp dt ord n1 vvi r-crq n1 dt ord n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, vvg dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvg p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi d av-jc n1-an; (40) section (DIV2) 42 Page 284
248 namely, That God hath wrought upon the Soul in this Life, all that ever he means to work, by way of Preparation for Glory. namely, That God hath wrought upon the Soul in this Life, all that ever he means to work, by Way of Preparation for Glory. av, cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, d cst av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (40) section (DIV2) 42 Page 284
249 For this thing God [ hath wrought us ] which tho it might with the Enlargements and Sub-Arguments that now shall follow, be made an Argument alone; For this thing God [ hath wrought us ] which though it might with the Enlargements and Sub-Arguments that now shall follow, be made an Argument alone; p-acp d n1 np1 [ vhz vvn pno12 ] r-crq cs pn31 vmd p-acp dt n2 cc n2 cst av vmb vvi, vbb vvn dt n1 av-j; (40) section (DIV2) 42 Page 284
250 yet I choose to cast it into this Total, to make the whole the more strong. yet I choose to cast it into this Total, to make the Whole the more strong. av pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d j, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn dt av-dc j. (40) section (DIV2) 42 Page 284
251 Therefore (4.) gather up the Demonstrations thus: Therefore (4.) gather up the Demonstrations thus: av (crd) vvb a-acp dt n2 av: (40) section (DIV2) 43 Page 284
252 If the Soul be the immediate and first Subject of Grace, which is a preparation to Glory, If the Soul be the immediate and First Subject of Grace, which is a preparation to Glory, cs dt n1 vbb dt j cc ord vvi pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, (40) section (DIV2) 43 Page 285
253 and capable of this Glory, when out of the body; and capable of this Glory, when out of the body; cc j pp-f d n1, c-crq av pp-f dt n1; (40) section (DIV2) 43 Page 285
254 And God, the great Agent or Worker, hath wrought all that ever he means to work in it, this way, by way of preparation to Glory: And God, the great Agent or Worker, hath wrought all that ever he means to work in it, this Way, by Way of preparation to Glory: cc np1, dt j n1 cc n1, vhz vvn d cst av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, d n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1: (40) section (DIV2) 43 Page 285
255 Then, as Peter said in the case of admitting the Gentiles to Baptism, What should hinder that these Souls should not be glorified, instantly, Then, as Peter said in the case of admitting the Gentiles to Baptism, What should hinder that these Souls should not be glorified, instantly, av, c-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n2-j p-acp n1, r-crq vmd vvi cst d n2 vmd xx vbi vvn, av-jn, (40) section (DIV2) 43 Page 285
256 when out of their bodies? If indeed, as the Papists, and corrupted Jews and Heathens have feigned, there were any work to be after wrought, a Purgatory, or the like; when out of their bodies? If indeed, as the Papists, and corrupted jews and heathens have feigned, there were any work to be After wrought, a Purgatory, or the like; c-crq av pp-f po32 n2? cs av, c-acp dt njp2, cc j-vvn np2 cc n2-jn vhb vvn, pc-acp vbdr d n1 pc-acp vbi a-acp vvn, dt n1, cc dt j; (40) section (DIV2) 43 Page 285
257 Then a Demurre or Caveat might be yet put in, to suspend this their admission into Glory: Then a Demur or Caveat might be yet put in, to suspend this their admission into Glory: av dt n1 cc n1 vmd vbi av vvn p-acp, pc-acp vvi d po32 n1 p-acp n1: (40) section (DIV2) 43 Page 285
258 But the contrary being the truth, then, &c. Now the strength of the Argument from this latter, superadded to the rest, stands upon two strong Grounds. But the contrary being the truth, then, etc. Now the strength of the Argument from this latter, superadded to the rest, Stands upon two strong Grounds. cc-acp dt n-jn vbg dt n1, av, av av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d d, vvn p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp crd j n2. (40) section (DIV2) 43 Page 285
259 First, if we consider what is common to God in this with all other, but ordinarywise Efficients or Workers, that are intent upon their Ends, which must be given to him, the only Wise All-powerful God, (who is here said, First, if we Consider what is Common to God in this with all other, but ordinarywise Efficients or Workers, that Are intent upon their Ends, which must be given to him, the only Wise All-powerful God, (who is Here said, ord, cs pns12 vvb r-crq vbz j p-acp np1 p-acp d p-acp d n-jn, cc-acp av n2 cc n2, cst vbr n1 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31, dt j j j np1, (r-crq vbz av vvn, (40) section (DIV2) 44 Page 285
260 as an Efficient, to work us for this End.) When any ordinary Efficient hath brought his Work to a period, as an Efficient, to work us for this End.) When any ordinary Efficient hath brought his Work to a Period, c-acp dt j, p-acp vvb pno12 p-acp d n1) c-crq d j j vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (40) section (DIV2) 44 Page 285
261 and done as much to such or such an End as he means to do, he delays not to accomplish his End, and bring it to execution; and done as much to such or such an End as he means to do, he delays not to accomplish his End, and bring it to execution; cc vdn c-acp d p-acp d cc d dt vvb c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi, pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vvi po31 vvb, cc vvb pn31 p-acp n1; (40) section (DIV2) 44 Page 285
262 unless some over-powring impediment do lie in his way to it. unless Some overpowering impediment doe lie in his Way to it. cs d j n1 n1 vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pn31. (40) section (DIV2) 44 Page 286
263 If you have bestowed long & great Cost upon any of your Children, to fit and prepare them for any Imployment; If you have bestowed long & great Cost upon any of your Children, to fit and prepare them for any Employment; cs pn22 vhb vvn av-j cc j n1 p-acp d pp-f po22 n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp d n1; (40) section (DIV2) 44 Page 286
264 The Ʋniversity suppose, or other Calling; The Ʋniversity suppose, or other Calling; dt n1 vvb, cc n-jn vvg; (40) section (DIV2) 44 Page 286
265 Do you then let these your Children lie Truants, idle, and asleep at home, and not put them forth to that which you at first designed that their Education unto? Will you suffer them (in this case) to lose their time, Do you know how to do good to your Children, Do you then let these your Children lie Truants, idle, and asleep At home, and not put them forth to that which you At First designed that their Education unto? Will you suffer them (in this case) to loose their time, Do you know how to do good to your Children, vdb pn22 av vvb d po22 n2 vvb n2, j, cc j p-acp n1-an, cc xx vvi pno32 av p-acp d r-crq pn22 p-acp ord vvd cst po32 n1 p-acp? n1 pn22 vvi pno32 (p-acp d n1) pc-acp vvi po32 n1, vdb pn22 vvi c-crq pc-acp vdi j p-acp po22 n2, (40) section (DIV2) 44 Page 286
266 and doth not God? We see God doth thus in Nature. We say, when the Matter is as fully prepared as ever it shall be, that the forms enter without delay: and does not God? We see God does thus in Nature. We say, when the Matter is as Fully prepared as ever it shall be, that the forms enter without Delay: cc vdz xx np1? pns12 vvb np1 vdz av p-acp n1. pns12 vvb, c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp av-j vvn c-acp av pn31 vmb vbi, cst dt n2 vvb p-acp n1: (40) section (DIV2) 44 Page 286
267 Now Grace is expresly termed a preparation to Glory. Now Grace is expressly termed a preparation to Glory. av n1 vbz av-j vvn dt n1 p-acp n1. (40) section (DIV2) 44 Page 286
268 Also God doth observe this in working of Grace it self, when the Soul is as fully humbled and emptied, Also God does observe this in working of Grace it self, when the Soul is as Fully humbled and emptied, av np1 vdz vvi d p-acp vvg pp-f vvb pn31 n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz a-acp av-j vvn cc vvn, (40) section (DIV2) 44 Page 286
269 and thereby prepared for the Lord by John Baptists Ministry, as he means to prepare it; and thereby prepared for the Lord by John Baptists Ministry, as he means to prepare it; cc av vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 np1 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31; (40) section (DIV2) 44 Page 286
270 the work of justifying Faith presently follows. In all his Dispensations of Judgments or Mercies, he observes the same. the work of justifying Faith presently follows. In all his Dispensations of Judgments or mercies, he observes the same. dt vvb pp-f vvg n1 av-j vvz. p-acp d po31 n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, pns31 vvz dt d. (40) section (DIV2) 44 Page 286
271 When mens sins are at full (as of the Amorites) he stays not a moment to execute Judgment: So in answering the Faith of his People waiting on him for Mercies. And thus it is for Glory; I have glorified thee on earth, (the only place and condition of our glorifying God) I have finished the work thou gavest me to do: When men's Sins Are At full (as of the amorites) he stays not a moment to execute Judgement: So in answering the Faith of his People waiting on him for mercies. And thus it is for Glory; I have glorified thee on earth, (the only place and condition of our glorifying God) I have finished the work thou Gavest me to do: c-crq ng2 n2 vbr p-acp j (c-acp pp-f dt np1) pns31 vvz xx dt n1 p-acp vvb n1: av p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp n2. cc av pn31 vbz p-acp n1; pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp n1, (dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 vvg n1) pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi: (40) section (DIV2) 44 Page 286
272 And now (what now, and presently now remains there, follows) Glorifie me &c. Thus spake Christ our Pattern. And now (what now, and presently now remains there, follows) glorify me etc. Thus spoke christ our Pattern. cc av (r-crq av, cc av-j av vvz a-acp, vvz) vvb pno11 av av vvd np1 po12 n1. (40) section (DIV2) 44 Page 287
273 Secondly, there is this further falls out, in this Case and Condition, of such a Soul, Secondly, there is this further falls out, in this Case and Condition, of such a Soul, ord, pc-acp vbz d av-jc vvz av, p-acp d n1 cc n1, pp-f d dt n1, (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 287
274 as doth indeed call for this out of a kinde of necessity, and not of congruity only. as does indeed call for this out of a kind of necessity, and not of congruity only. c-acp vdz av vvi p-acp d av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc xx pp-f n1 av-j. (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 287
275 For whereas by God's Ordination there are two ways of Communion with him, and but two, unto all Eternity; For whereas by God's Ordination there Are two ways of Communion with him, and but two, unto all Eternity; p-acp cs p-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, cc p-acp crd, p-acp d n1; (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 287
276 either that of Faith, which we have at present; and of Sight, which is for hereafter. Into these two, the Apostle resolves all God's Dispensations to us, ver. 7. of this Chapter, We walk by faith, (namely, in this life) not by sight. And again, 1 Cor. 13. 12. [ Now ] we see in a glass, [ Then ] face to face. either that of Faith, which we have At present; and of Sighed, which is for hereafter. Into these two, the Apostle resolves all God's Dispensations to us, ver. 7. of this Chapter, We walk by faith, (namely, in this life) not by sighed. And again, 1 Cor. 13. 12. [ Now ] we see in a glass, [ Then ] face to face. d d pp-f n1, r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp j; cc pp-f n1, r-crq vbz p-acp av. p-acp d crd, dt n1 vvz d npg1 n2 p-acp pno12, fw-la. crd pp-f d n1, pns12 vvb p-acp n1, (av, p-acp d n1) xx p-acp n1. cc av, crd np1 crd crd [ av ] pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1, [ av ] n1 p-acp n1. (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 287
277 These two [ Now ] and [ Then ] do divide the Dispensations for Eternity of time to come. These two [ Now ] and [ Then ] do divide the Dispensations for Eternity of time to come. d crd [ av ] cc [ av ] vdb vvi dt n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi. (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 287
278 The like in Peter, 1 Epist. 1. 8. In whom though [ Now ] you see him not, (as you one day shall) yet believing. If therefore when the Soul goes out of the Body, that way of communion with God by Faith utterly ceaseth , that door and passage will be quite shut up; The like in Peter, 1 Epistle 1. 8. In whom though [ Now ] you see him not, (as you one day shall) yet believing. If Therefore when the Soul Goes out of the Body, that Way of communion with God by Faith utterly ceases, that door and passage will be quite shut up; dt j p-acp np1, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp ro-crq cs [ av ] pn22 vvi pno31 xx, (c-acp pn22 crd n1 vmb) av vvg. cs av c-crq dt n1 vvz av pp-f dt n1, cst n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 av-j vvz, cst n1 cc n1 vmb vbi av vvn a-acp; (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 287
279 God having fulfilled all the work of faith (The work of God) with power, that ever he intendeth: God having fulfilled all the work of faith (The work of God) with power, that ever he intends: np1 vhg vvn d dt n1 pp-f n1 (dt n1 pp-f np1) p-acp n1, cst av pns31 vvz: (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 287
280 Then surely Sight must succeed according to God's Ordination, or otherwise this would inevitably follow, That the Soul would be for that interim, Then surely Sighed must succeed according to God's Ordination, or otherwise this would inevitably follow, That the Soul would be for that interim, av av-j n1 vmb vvi vvg p-acp npg1 n1, cc av d vmd av-j vvi, cst dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp d n1, (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 288
281 until the Resurrection, cut off from all communion with God, whatever; until the Resurrection, Cut off from all communion with God, whatever; c-acp dt n1, vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp np1, r-crq; (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 288
282 having yet all its acquired holiness of Sanctification abiding in it, and Righteousness accompanying of it all that while. having yet all its acquired holiness of Sanctification abiding in it, and Righteousness accompanying of it all that while. vhg av d vbz vvn n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp pn31, cc n1 vvg pp-f pn31 d cst n1. (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 288
283 Look therefore as a Childe hath two, and but two wayes of living, and when the one ceaseth, the other succeeds, or Death would follow: Look Therefore as a Child hath two, and but two ways of living, and when the one ceases, the other succeeds, or Death would follow: n1 av p-acp dt n1 vhz crd, cc p-acp crd n2 pp-f vvg, cc c-crq dt pi vvz, dt j-jn vvz, cc n1 vmd vvi: (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 288
284 In the Womb it lives by nourishment from the Navel, without so much as breathing at the mouth: In the Womb it lives by nourishment from the Navel, without so much as breathing At the Mouth: p-acp dt n1 pn31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp av av-d c-acp vvg p-acp dt n1: (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 288
285 but it no sooner comes into the world, but that former means is cut off, but it no sooner comes into the world, but that former means is Cut off, cc-acp pn31 dx av-c vvz p-acp dt n1, cc-acp cst j n2 vbz vvn a-acp, (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 288
286 and it liveth by breath, and taking in nourishment by the mouth, or it must instantly die. and it lives by breath, and taking in nourishment by the Mouth, or it must instantly die. cc pn31 vvz p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pn31 vmb av-jn vvi. (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 288
287 So stands the case with the Soul here between Faith and Sight: So that we must either affirm, That the Souls dies to all spiritual actings and communions with God until the Resurrection, which those Scriptures so much do contradict, He that believeth hath eternal life, &c. and shall never (no not for a moment) die; (and in those Promises it is not simply a sluggish Immortality, So Stands the case with the Soul Here between Faith and Sighed: So that we must either affirm, That the Souls die to all spiritual actings and communions with God until the Resurrection, which those Scriptures so much do contradict, He that Believeth hath Eternal life, etc. and shall never (no not for a moment) die; (and in those Promises it is not simply a sluggish Immortality, np1 vvz dt vvb p-acp dt n1 av p-acp n1 cc n1: av cst pns12 vmb av-d vvi, cst dt n2 vvz p-acp d j n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq d n2 av av-d vdb vvi, pns31 cst vvz vhz j n1, av cc vmb av-x (dx xx p-acp dt n1) vvb; (cc p-acp d vvz pn31 vbz xx av-j dt j n1, (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 288
288 but to live, and act, and enjoy God (which is our life) must needs be meant:) Or we must on the other side affirm, That the life of Faith ceasing, but to live, and act, and enjoy God (which is our life) must needs be meant:) Or we must on the other side affirm, That the life of Faith ceasing, cc-acp pc-acp vvi, cc n1, cc vvi np1 (r-crq vbz po12 n1) vmb av vbi vvn:) cc pns12 vmb p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg, (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 288
289 and God yet having that way wrought all that ever he intendeth, That then, Sight of God face to face must come in its place: and God yet having that Way wrought all that ever he intends, That then, Sighed of God face to face must come in its place: cc np1 av vhg d n1 vvd d cst av pns31 vvz, cst av, n1 pp-f np1 n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1: (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 289
290 which indeed the Apostle in that 1 Cor. 13. affirms, in saying, ver. 10. When that which is perfect is come, which indeed the Apostle in that 1 Cor. 13. affirms, in saying, ver. 10. When that which is perfect is come, r-crq av dt n1 p-acp d crd np1 crd vvz, p-acp vvg, fw-la. crd c-crq cst r-crq vbz j vbz vvn, (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 289
291 then that which is but in part is done away. then that which is but in part is done away. av cst r-crq vbz p-acp p-acp n1 vbz vdn av. (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 289
292 There is not an utter ceasing of the imperfect, and then an interval or long space of time to come between; There is not an utter ceasing of the imperfect, and then an interval or long Molle of time to come between; pc-acp vbz xx dt j vvg pp-f dt j, cc av dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 289
293 and then, that which is perfect is to come: and then, that which is perfect is to come: cc av, cst r-crq vbz j vbz pc-acp vvi: (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 289
294 but the imperfect is done away by the very coming of that which is thus perfect. but the imperfect is done away by the very coming of that which is thus perfect. cc-acp dt j vbz vdn av p-acp dt j vvg pp-f d r-crq vbz av j. (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 289
295 And in the 12th Verse he explains himself, That the imperfect is this our seeing [ Now ] in a glass darkly, that is, by Faith; and that perfect, to be that seeing God face to face, as that which presently entertains us in that other world. And in the 12th Verse he explains himself, That the imperfect is this our seeing [ Now ] in a glass darkly, that is, by Faith; and that perfect, to be that seeing God face to face, as that which presently entertains us in that other world. cc p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz px31, cst dt j vbz d po12 vvg [ av ] p-acp dt n1 av-j, cst vbz, p-acp n1; cc d j, pc-acp vbi d vvg np1 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d r-crq av-j vvz pno12 p-acp d j-jn n1. (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 289
296 Nay, the Apostle admits not so much as a moment of cessation, but sayes, That the imperfect is done away, (ver. 10.) and vanisheth, (as ver. 8.) by the coming in of the perfect upon it: Nay, the Apostle admits not so much as a moment of cessation, but Says, That the imperfect is done away, (ver. 10.) and Vanishes, (as ver. 8.) by the coming in of the perfect upon it: uh-x, dt n1 vvz xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp vvz, cst dt j vbz vdn av, (fw-la. crd) cc vvz, (c-acp fw-la. crd) p-acp dt vvg p-acp pp-f dt j p-acp pn31: (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 289
297 and so the imperfect, namely, [ Faith ] is swallowed up of the perfect, namely, [ Sight. ] and so the imperfect, namely, [ Faith ] is swallowed up of the perfect, namely, [ Sighed. ] cc av dt j, av, [ uh-n ] vbz vvn a-acp pp-f dt j, av, [ n1. ] (40) section (DIV2) 45 Page 289
298 And then further, if we thus grant (as we must) this separate Soul to have this sight, or nothing now left it, to enjoy God any way by; And then further, if we thus grant (as we must) this separate Soul to have this sighed, or nothing now left it, to enjoy God any Way by; cc av av-jc, cs pns12 av vvb (c-acp pns12 vmb) d vvi n1 pc-acp vhi d n1, cc pix av vvd pn31, pc-acp vvi np1 d n1 p-acp; (40) section (DIV2) 46 Page 289
299 Then it can be no other than Glory it is admitted unto: Then it can be no other than Glory it is admitted unto: cs pn31 vmb vbi dx n-jn cs n1 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp: (40) section (DIV2) 46 Page 289
300 For, the sight of God face to face, and to know as we are known, is the very essence of Glory, For, the sighed of God face to face, and to know as we Are known, is the very essence of Glory, c-acp, dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi c-acp pns12 vbr vvn, vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, (40) section (DIV2) 46 Page 289
301 as it differs from Faith. Neither is that ultimate Enjoyment, or happiness in God, which Souls shall have after the Resurrection, any other (in Name or Thing) than the sight of God, as it is thus distinguished from Faith; although it shall be then raised and intended unto far higher degrees of Perfection. as it differs from Faith. Neither is that ultimate Enjoyment, or happiness in God, which Souls shall have After the Resurrection, any other (in Name or Thing) than the sighed of God, as it is thus distinguished from Faith; although it shall be then raised and intended unto Far higher Degrees of Perfection. c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n1. av-d vbz cst j n1, cc n1 p-acp np1, r-crq n2 vmb vhi p-acp dt n1, d n-jn (p-acp n1 cc n1) cs dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp n1; cs pn31 vmb vbi av vvn cc vvn p-acp av-j jc n2 pp-f n1. (40) section (DIV2) 46 Page 290
302 § § § (41) section (DIV2) 46 Page 290
303 And for a Conclusion of this first Point, that which follows in that place lately cited out of 1 Pet. 1. 9. Receiving the end of your faith, the salvation of your souls, may as fitly serve for the confirmation of all these latter fore-going Notions, And for a Conclusion of this First Point, that which follows in that place lately cited out of 1 Pet. 1. 9. Receiving the end of your faith, the salvation of your Souls, may as fitly serve for the confirmation of all these latter foregoing Notions, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d ord n1, cst r-crq vvz p-acp d n1 av-j vvn av pp-f crd np1 crd crd vvg dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, vmb a-acp av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d d j n2, (41) section (DIV2) 47 Page 290
304 as to any other sense Interpreters have affixed. as to any other sense Interpreters have affixed. c-acp p-acp d j-jn n1 n2 vhb vvn. (41) section (DIV2) 47 Page 290
305 I am aware how these words, Receiving the end of your faith, the salvation of your souls, are interpreted of that joy unspeakable, and full of glory, which the Verse afore had spoken, that many Saints through believing do in this life enjoy, I am aware how these words, Receiving the end of your faith, the salvation of your Souls, Are interpreted of that joy unspeakable, and full of glory, which the Verse afore had spoken, that many Saints through believing do in this life enjoy, pns11 vbm j c-crq d n2, vvg dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, vbr vvn pp-f d vvb j, cc j pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 a-acp vhd vvn, cst d n2 p-acp vvg vdb p-acp d n1 vvi, (41) section (DIV2) 48 Page 290
306 as being salvation imperfect, and the earnest of it in the same kind, and so a part of the Reward of Faith received in hand (as we say) or aforehand, as being salvation imperfect, and the earnest of it in the same kind, and so a part of the Reward of Faith received in hand (as we say) or aforehand, c-acp vbg n1 j, cc dt j pp-f pn31 p-acp dt d n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f dt vvb pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1 (c-acp pns12 vvb) cc av, (41) section (DIV2) 48 Page 290
307 and vouchsafed over and above the ordinary way of living by Faith. This interpretation I no way gainsay, nor will go about to exclude: and vouchsafed over and above the ordinary Way of living by Faith. This Interpretation I no Way gainsay, nor will go about to exclude: cc vvd a-acp cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1. d n1 pns11 av-dx n1 vvi, ccx vmb vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi: (41) section (DIV2) 48 Page 290
308 for I know it doth consist with that other I am about to give, and is subordinate to it: (And I have learned to take the most comprehensive sence the holy Ghost may be supposed to aim at in any Scripture.) But if this sence should directly alone obtain, for I know it does consist with that other I am about to give, and is subordinate to it: (And I have learned to take the most comprehensive sense the holy Ghost may be supposed to aim At in any Scripture.) But if this sense should directly alone obtain, c-acp pns11 vvb pn31 vdz vvi p-acp d n-jn pns11 vbm p-acp pc-acp vvi, cc vbz j p-acp pn31: (cc pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j n1 dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp d n1.) p-acp cs d n1 vmd av-j av-j vvi, (41) section (DIV2) 48 Page 291
309 yet by consequence, and at the rebound, it doth strongly argue the Point in hand. yet by consequence, and At the rebound, it does strongly argue the Point in hand. av p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1, pn31 vdz av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. (41) section (DIV2) 48 Page 291
310 For if whilst Faith continues, God is pleased to vouchsafe the Soul, through believing, such joys; For if while Faith continues, God is pleased to vouchsafe the Soul, through believing, such Joys; p-acp cs cs n1 vvz, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp vvg, d n2; (41) section (DIV2) 48 Page 291
311 much more when Faith ceaseth, he will vouchsafe the same Soul a fuller enjoyment of himself at the ending of Faith: much more when Faith ceases, he will vouchsafe the same Soul a fuller enjoyment of himself At the ending of Faith: av-d av-dc c-crq n1 vvz, pns31 vmb vvi dt d n1 dt jc n1 pp-f px31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1: (41) section (DIV2) 48 Page 291
312 For why else are these present joys termed Salvation, and that as distinct from that right to salvation, which otherwise Faith at all times estates us into, For why Else Are these present Joys termed Salvation, and that as distinct from that right to salvation, which otherwise Faith At all times estates us into, c-acp c-crq av vbr d j n2 vvn n1, cc d c-acp j p-acp d n-jn p-acp n1, r-crq av n1 p-acp d n2 n2 pno12 p-acp, (41) section (DIV2) 48 Page 291
313 but for this, that these joys are an entrance into, and a taking possession of Glory, over and above what ordinarily Faith giveth? And therefore they have the name given them, but for this, that these Joys Are an Entrance into, and a taking possession of Glory, over and above what ordinarily Faith gives? And Therefore they have the name given them, cc-acp p-acp d, cst d n2 vbr dt n1 p-acp, cc dt vvg n1 pp-f n1, a-acp cc p-acp r-crq av-j n1 vvz? cc av pns32 vhb dt n1 vvn pno32, (41) section (DIV2) 48 Page 291
314 as being the earnest of the same kind, unto that greater fum is to be paid (as in all Contracts it useth to be) at the end of that performance on one part: as being the earnest of the same kind, unto that greater fum is to be paid (as in all Contracts it uses to be) At the end of that performance on one part: c-acp vbg dt j pp-f dt d n1, p-acp cst jc uh vbz pc-acp vbi vvn (c-acp p-acp d vvz pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi) p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp crd n1: (41) section (DIV2) 48 Page 291
315 which end is when Faith ends. And so that is made the set Date or time when this full payment is to begin, which this earnest aforehand bindeth God unto. which end is when Faith ends. And so that is made the Set Date or time when this full payment is to begin, which this earnest aforehand binds God unto. r-crq n1 vbz c-crq n1 vvz. cc av cst vbz vvn dt vvd n1 cc n1 c-crq d j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi, r-crq d j av vvz np1 p-acp. (41) section (DIV2) 48 Page 291
316 And it were hard to suppose, that God would give such a part of these joys, And it were hard to suppose, that God would give such a part of these Joys, cc pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vmd vvi d dt n1 pp-f d n2, (41) section (DIV2) 49 Page 291
317 even whilst Faith continues, for so long a time as until the Resurrection, and then withdraw all communication of himself both in Joy and Faith also. even while Faith continues, for so long a time as until the Resurrection, and then withdraw all communication of himself both in Joy and Faith also. av cs n1 vvz, p-acp av j dt n1 c-acp c-acp dt n1, cc av vvb d n1 pp-f px31 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1 av. (41) section (DIV2) 49 Page 292
318 But I leave the prosecution of this Argument, till I come to those words, Who hath also given us the earnest of the Spirit. But I leave the prosecution of this Argument, till I come to those words, Who hath also given us the earnest of the Spirit. p-acp pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d n2, r-crq vhz av vvn pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (41) section (DIV2) 49 Page 292
319 I also know, that by this phrase, The salvation of our souls, the Soul being the eminent part of man, is often in Scripture, by a Synecdoche, put for the whole person. And I must not deny but that ultimately it is intended here, it extending it self to the whole of Salvation first, and last after Faith ended. I also know, that by this phrase, The salvation of our Souls, the Soul being the eminent part of man, is often in Scripture, by a Synecdoche, put for the Whole person. And I must not deny but that ultimately it is intended Here, it extending it self to the Whole of Salvation First, and last After Faith ended. pns11 av vvb, cst p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, dt n1 vbg dt j n1 pp-f n1, vbz av p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1. cc pns11 vmb xx vvi cc-acp cst av-j pn31 vbz vvn av, pn31 vvg pn31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn pp-f n1 ord, cc ord p-acp n1 vvn. (41) section (DIV2) 50 Page 292
320 Which sense on the other hand many interpreters are for. Which sense on the other hand many Interpreters Are for. r-crq n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 d n2 vbr p-acp. (41) section (DIV2) 50 Page 292
321 I only contend for this, That the salvation of the soul is intended also of that Salvation which falls out in the midst between these joys (the earnest) in this life, I only contend for this, That the salvation of the soul is intended also of that Salvation which falls out in the midst between these Joys (the earnest) in this life, pns11 av-j vvb p-acp d, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn av pp-f d n1 r-crq vvz av p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2 (dt j) p-acp d n1, (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 292
322 and that ultimate Salvation at the Resurrection, that is the Salvation of the Soul, whilst separate, as being the next. and that ultimate Salvation At the Resurrection, that is the Salvation of the Soul, while separate, as being the next. cc cst j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs vvi, c-acp vbg dt ord. (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 292
323 It hath a weight in it, that Salvation and Damnation should so often be said to be of the soul by Christ himself, It hath a weight in it, that Salvation and Damnation should so often be said to be of the soul by christ himself, pn31 vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31, cst n1 cc n1 vmd av av vbi vvn pc-acp vbi pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 px31, (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 292
324 as Mat. 26. 16. What shall it profit a Man to gain the whole World (and so provide for his body) and lose his own Soul? And again, in speaking of the Soul as considered apart from the Body, Mat. 10. 28. Fear not them that are able to kill but the body, as Mathew 26. 16. What shall it profit a Man to gain the Whole World (and so provide for his body) and loose his own Soul? And again, in speaking of the Soul as considered apart from the Body, Mathew 10. 28. fear not them that Are able to kill but the body, c-acp np1 crd crd q-crq vmb pn31 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 (cc av vvb p-acp po31 n1) cc vvi po31 d n1? cc av, p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 c-acp vvn av p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd vvb xx pno32 cst vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 293
325 and are not able to kill the soul. But that which is more conjunct to my purpose; and Are not able to kill the soul. But that which is more conjunct to my purpose; cc vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1. p-acp cst r-crq vbz av-dc j p-acp po11 n1; (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 293
326 it is observable, that this our Apostle Peter should choose to use in this Epistle, more than any other Apostle, this phrase of [ Soul ] in relation to Salvation, either as being the eminent subject, it is observable, that this our Apostle Peter should choose to use in this Epistle, more than any other Apostle, this phrase of [ Soul ] in Relation to Salvation, either as being the eminent Subject, pn31 vbz j, cst d po12 n1 np1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, av-dc cs d j-jn n1, d n1 pp-f [ n1 ] p-acp n1 p-acp n1, av-d c-acp vbg dt j j-jn, (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 293
327 and sometimes as the single subject both of Grace and Salvation: So in this Chapter, You have purified your souls, &c. as the immediate susceptive of the incorruptible seed (as was observed.) Then again, in chap. 2. 11. Abstain from fleshly lusts which war [ against the Soul ] and, 8. 25. Ye are returned to the Bishop of your Souls. and sometime as the single Subject both of Grace and Salvation: So in this Chapter, You have purified your Souls, etc. as the immediate susceptive of the incorruptible seed (as was observed.) Then again, in chap. 2. 11. Abstain from fleshly Lustiest which war [ against the Soul ] and, 8. 25. You Are returned to the Bishop of your Souls. cc av c-acp dt j j-jn av-d pp-f vvb cc n1: av p-acp d n1, pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2, av p-acp dt j j pp-f dt j n1 (c-acp vbds vvn.) av av, p-acp n1 crd crd vvb p-acp j n2 r-crq n1 [ p-acp dt n1 ] cc, crd crd pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2. (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 293
328 Which he speaks as being the eminent part, and (upon separation from the body) the special charge he hath pastoral care of. Which he speaks as being the eminent part, and (upon separation from the body) the special charge he hath pastoral care of. r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp vbg dt j n1, cc (p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1) dt j n1 pns31 vhz n-jn n1 pp-f. (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 293
329 And more directly to our purpose, ch. 4. last v. he exhorts them when they come to die, to commit their souls to God, as then being to be separate from their bodies. And more directly to our purpose, changed. 4. last v. he exhorts them when they come to die, to commit their Souls to God, as then being to be separate from their bodies. cc av-dc av-j p-acp po12 n1, n1. crd ord n1 pns31 vvz pno32 c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp np1, c-acp av vbg pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n2. (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 293
330 Now it were hard to think that this Salvation to come should bear the title and name of the salvation of the soul in this and other Scriptures; Now it were hard to think that this Salvation to come should bear the title and name of the salvation of the soul in this and other Scriptures; av pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi cst d n1 pc-acp vvi vmd vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d cc j-jn n2; (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 293
331 and that yet when this Soul shall in the other World come to subsist for a long time single and alone, and that yet when this Soul shall in the other World come to subsist for a long time single and alone, cc cst av c-crq d n1 vmb p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 j cc j, (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 293
332 and then be properly and without figure: and then be properly and without figure: cc av vbi av-j cc p-acp n1: (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 293
333 A meer soul without a body, a lonesome soul: That during that state it should not be the subject of this Salvation, A mere soul without a body, a lonesome soul: That during that state it should not be the Subject of this Salvation, dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j n1: cst p-acp d n1 pn31 vmd xx vbi dt n-jn pp-f d n1, (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 294
334 and so intended here, when more properly and literally, if ever, it is the salvation of the Soul. And it would be yet more strange, that the phrase, salvation of the Soul, should be wholy restrained unto that estate of the Soul, and so intended Here, when more properly and literally, if ever, it is the salvation of the Soul. And it would be yet more strange, that the phrase, salvation of the Soul, should be wholly restrained unto that estate of the Soul, cc av vvd av, c-crq av-dc av-j cc av-j, cs av, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc pn31 vmd vbi av av-dc j, cst dt n1, n1 pp-f dt n1, vmd vbi av-jn vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 294
335 when remitted to the body at Resurrection, and onely unto that. when remitted to the body At Resurrection, and only unto that. c-crq vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc av-j p-acp d. (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 294
336 And that word, the soul, should serve onely synecdochically as a part put to signifie the whole man, And that word, the soul, should serve only synecdochically as a part put to signify the Whole man, cc d n1, dt n1, vmd vvi av-j av-j p-acp dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 294
337 as then it is to be raised up: as then it is to be raised up: c-acp cs pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp: (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 294
338 but especially, it were strangest of all, if it should be confined and limited in this place of Peter, wherein this salvation of the soul is set forth, but especially, it were strangest of all, if it should be confined and limited in this place of Peter, wherein this salvation of the soul is Set forth, cc-acp av-j, pn31 vbdr js pp-f d, cs pn31 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, c-crq d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn av, (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 294
339 for the comfort of such as were to lay down their tabernacles of their bodies for Christ (as this Peter speaks of himself in the next Epistle,) and whose faith was then to cease with their lives, whose expectations therefore he would in this case certainly pitch upon that salvation of the soul next, which is this of the soul separate. To confirm all which, for the Comfort of such as were to lay down their Tabernacles of their bodies for christ (as this Peter speaks of himself in the next Epistle,) and whose faith was then to cease with their lives, whose Expectations Therefore he would in this case Certainly pitch upon that salvation of the soul next, which is this of the soul separate. To confirm all which, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vbdr pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp np1 (c-acp d np1 vvz pp-f px31 p-acp dt ord n1,) cc rg-crq n1 vbds av pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, rg-crq n2 av pns31 vmd p-acp d n1 av-j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 ord, r-crq vbz d pp-f dt n1 vvi. pc-acp vvi d r-crq, (41) section (DIV2) 51 Page 294
340 That which further invited me to this place, was this phrase [ The end of your Faith ] especially upon the consideration that he speaks it unto such Christians, who in these times were (as he foretells, ch. 4. ver. 4.) shortly to be martyred, That which further invited me to this place, was this phrase [ The end of your Faith ] especially upon the consideration that he speaks it unto such Christians, who in these times were (as he foretells, changed. 4. ver. 4.) shortly to be martyred, cst r-crq av-jc vvn pno11 p-acp d n1, vbds d n1 [ dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 ] av-j p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp d np1, r-crq p-acp d n2 vbdr (c-acp pns31 vvz, n1. crd fw-la. crd) av-j p-acp vbb vvn, (41) section (DIV2) 52 Page 294
341 and at present were sorely tried (v. 7. of this Chapter) and in the last verse of the fourth, he thereupon instructeth and exhorteth them to commit their souls (when they die) to be kept by God: and At present were sorely tried (v. 7. of this Chapter) and in the last verse of the fourth, he thereupon Instructeth and exhorteth them to commit their Souls (when they die) to be kept by God: cc p-acp j vbdr av-j vvn (n1 crd pp-f d n1) cc p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt ord, pns31 av vvz cc vvz pno32 p-acp vvb po32 n2 (c-crq pns32 vvb) pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1: (41) section (DIV2) 52 Page 295
342 And so understood in a proper and literal sence, this salvation of their souls is in all respects termed, The end of their Faith. And so understood in a proper and literal sense, this salvation of their Souls is in all respects termed, The end of their Faith. cc av vvd p-acp dt j cc j n1, d n1 pp-f po32 n2 vbz p-acp d n2 vvd, dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (41) section (DIV2) 52 Page 295
343 First, in that it is the next and immediate event that Faith ends and determines in, First, in that it is the next and immediate event that Faith ends and determines in, ord, p-acp cst pn31 vbz dt ord cc j n1 cst n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp, (41) section (DIV2) 53 Page 295
344 as Death is said to be the end of life: So noting forth, that when Faith ends, this Salvation of the Soul begins and succeeds it. as Death is said to be the end of life: So noting forth, that when Faith ends, this Salvation of the Soul begins and succeeds it. c-acp n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1: av vvg av, cst c-crq n1 vvz, d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz cc vvz pn31. (41) section (DIV2) 53 Page 295
345 The end of a thing signifies the immediate event, issue, period thereof. The end of a thing signifies the immediate event, issue, Period thereof. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt j n1, n1, n1 av. (41) section (DIV2) 53 Page 295
346 As of wicked men it is said, whose end is destruction, Phil. 3. & Heb. 10. last v. Apostacy and unbelief are said to be a drawing back unto perdition. And on the contrary, there Faith is termed a believing to the salvation of the Soul: As of wicked men it is said, whose end is destruction, Philip 3. & Hebrew 10. last v. Apostasy and unbelief Are said to be a drawing back unto perdition. And on the contrary, there Faith is termed a believing to the salvation of the Soul: p-acp pp-f j n2 pn31 vbz vvn, rg-crq n1 vbz n1, np1 crd cc np1 crd n1 n1 n1 cc n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi dt vvg av p-acp n1. cc p-acp dt n-jn, a-acp n1 vbz vvn dt vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (41) section (DIV2) 53 Page 295
347 And both note out the final event & onsequent of each, and salvation of the soul to be the end of faith, when men continue and go on to believe, And both note out the final event & onsequent of each, and salvation of the soul to be the end of faith, when men continue and go on to believe, cc d n1 av dt j n1 cc j pp-f d, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq n2 vvb cc vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi, (41) section (DIV2) 53 Page 295
348 until their faith arrive at, and attaineth this Salvation of the Soul. To this sence also, Rom. 6. 22. You have your fruit in holiness, and the [ end ] everlasting life. until their faith arrive At, and attaineth this Salvation of the Soul. To this sense also, Rom. 6. 22. You have your fruit in holiness, and the [ end ] everlasting life. c-acp po32 n1 vvi p-acp, cc vvz d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 av, np1 crd crd pn22 vhb po22 n1 p-acp n1, cc dt [ n1 ] j n1. (41) section (DIV2) 53 Page 295
349 And the Apostle Peter having in the foregoing verses celebrated the fruits and workings of their faith in this life, And the Apostle Peter having in the foregoing Verses celebrated the fruits and workings of their faith in this life, cc dt n1 np1 vhg p-acp dt vvg n2 vvd dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d n1, (41) section (DIV2) 53 Page 295
350 as in supporting them gloriously under the sorest trials, v. 7. and then sometimes filling their hearts with joy unspeakable and glorious, v. 8. he here at last concludeth with what will be the end or issue of it in that other life, as in supporting them gloriously under the Sorest trials, v. 7. and then sometime filling their hearts with joy unspeakable and glorious, v. 8. he Here At last Concludeth with what will be the end or issue of it in that other life, c-acp p-acp vvg pno32 av-j p-acp dt js n2, n1 crd cc av av vvg po32 n2 p-acp vvb j cc j, n1 crd pns31 av p-acp ord vvz p-acp r-crq vmb vbi dt vvb cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d j-jn n1, (41) section (DIV2) 53 Page 296
351 when faith it self shall cease; when faith it self shall cease; c-crq n1 pn31 n1 vmb vvi; (41) section (DIV2) 53 Page 296
352 and what it is that then they shall receive, Receiving (after all this) the end of your faith, the salvation of your souls, NONLATINALPHABET, in the present, by a frequent and usual Enallage of time, being put for the future: for ye shall receive (or being about to receive) to shew the certainty of it: and what it is that then they shall receive, Receiving (After all this) the end of your faith, the salvation of your Souls,, in the present, by a frequent and usual Enallagen of time, being put for the future: for you shall receive (or being about to receive) to show the certainty of it: cc q-crq pn31 vbz cst av pns32 vmb vvi, vvg (c-acp d d) dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, dt n1 pp-f po22 n2,, p-acp dt j, p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1, vbg vvn p-acp dt j-jn: p-acp pn22 vmb vvi (cc vbg a-acp pc-acp vvi) pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31: (41) section (DIV2) 53 Page 296
353 that when Faith shall end, you may be sure on't, even of that Salvation, (that great Salvation so spoken of by the Prophets, v. 10.) of your souls, which as it hath no end to be put unto it, as Faith hath: that when Faith shall end, you may be sure oned, even of that Salvation, (that great Salvation so spoken of by the prophets, v. 10.) of your Souls, which as it hath no end to be put unto it, as Faith hath: cst c-crq n1 vmb vvi, pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp|pn31, av pp-f d n1, (cst j n1 av vvn pp-f p-acp dt n2, n1 crd) pp-f po22 n2, r-crq c-acp pn31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp n1 vhz: (41) section (DIV2) 53 Page 296
354 so no interruption or space of time to come between (during which your souls should not be actually saved) A salvation of your souls singly (whilst through death they shall so exist) as well as of the same souls primarily, and more eminently, so no interruption or Molle of time to come between (during which your Souls should not be actually saved) A salvation of your Souls singly (while through death they shall so exist) as well as of the same Souls primarily, and more eminently, av dx n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp (p-acp r-crq po22 n2 vmd xx vbi av-j vvn) dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 av-j (cs p-acp n1 pns32 vmb av vvi) c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt d n2 av-j, cc av-dc av-j, (41) section (DIV2) 53 Page 296
355 when both soul and body shall be reunited, when both soul and body shall be Reunited, c-crq d n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn, (41) section (DIV2) 53 Page 296
356 2. The end of your Faith, that is, of your aims and expectations in your Faith: 2. The end of your Faith, that is, of your aims and Expectations in your Faith: crd dt vvb pp-f po22 n1, cst vbz, pp-f po22 n2 cc n2 p-acp po22 n1: (41) section (DIV2) 54 Page 296
357 the end importing the aim or expectation, which is also proper and a literal sence of that word. the end importing the aim or expectation, which is also proper and a literal sense of that word. dt n1 vvg dt n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz av j cc dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (41) section (DIV2) 54 Page 296
358 And upon this account also the salvation of the soul, when they should die, that being the very next thing their eyes must needs be upon, is therefore here intended. And upon this account also the salvation of the soul, when they should die, that being the very next thing their eyes must needs be upon, is Therefore Here intended. cc p-acp d n1 av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns32 vmd vvi, cst vbg dt av ord n1 po32 n2 vmb av vbi p-acp, vbz av av vvn. (41) section (DIV2) 54 Page 297
359 And 3. The end of your faith, that is, as being that for which the great God (who keeps us by his power through faith unto salvation, v. 5.) hath wrought this faith in you. And 3. The end of your faith, that is, as being that for which the great God (who keeps us by his power through faith unto salvation, v. 5.) hath wrought this faith in you. cc crd dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, cst vbz, c-acp vbg d p-acp r-crq dt j np1 (r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1 crd) vhz vvn d n1 p-acp pn22. (41) section (DIV2) 55 Page 297
360 Accordingly we find it termed the work of faith, 1 Thes. 1. 3. Which when God hath fully wrought, Accordingly we find it termed the work of faith, 1 Thebes 1. 3. Which when God hath Fully wrought, av-vvg pns12 vvi pn31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd crd r-crq c-crq np1 vhz av-j vvn, (41) section (DIV2) 55 Page 297
361 and brought to that degree he aimed at in this life; (or to use the Apostles own expression of it, 2 Thes. 1. 11.) when God hath fulfilled the work of faith with power, he then crowneth it with this Salvation of the Soul without end. and brought to that degree he aimed At in this life; (or to use the Apostles own expression of it, 2 Thebes 1. 11.) when God hath fulfilled the work of faith with power, he then Crowneth it with this Salvation of the Soul without end. cc vvd p-acp d n1 pns31 vvd p-acp p-acp d n1; (cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 d n1 pp-f pn31, crd np1 crd crd) c-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, pns31 av vvz pn31 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1. (41) section (DIV2) 55 Page 297
362 As James speaks of Patience, when it hath had its perfect Work, chap. 1. 4. compared with verse 12. And so speaks my Text, As James speaks of Patience, when it hath had its perfect Work, chap. 1. 4. compared with verse 12. And so speaks my Text, p-acp np1 vvz pp-f n1, c-crq pn31 vhz vhn po31 j n1, n1 crd crd vvn p-acp n1 crd cc av vvz po11 n1, (41) section (DIV2) 55 Page 297
363 for this self-same thing he hath wrought us. for this selfsame thing he hath wrought us. c-acp d j n1 pns31 vhz vvn pno12. (41) section (DIV2) 55 Page 297
364 And therefore when this Faith shall cease which he wrought for this, he will attain his end without delay: And Therefore when this Faith shall cease which he wrought for this, he will attain his end without Delay: cc av c-crq d n1 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp d, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1: (41) section (DIV2) 55 Page 297
365 and you (says he) shall attain your end also: and you (Says he) shall attain your end also: cc pn22 (vvz pns31) vmb vvi po22 n1 av: (41) section (DIV2) 55 Page 297
366 and Faith thus ceasing, if this salvation of the soul did not succenturiate and recruit it anew, the end of this Faith were wholly and altogether present destructive losse unto the soul in its well-being, until the Resurrection. and Faith thus ceasing, if this salvation of the soul did not succenturiate and recruit it anew, the end of this Faith were wholly and altogether present destructive loss unto the soul in its well-being, until the Resurrection. cc n1 av vvg, cs d n1 pp-f dt n1 vdd xx vvi cc vvi pn31 av, dt vvb pp-f d n1 vbdr av-jn cc av j j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp dt n1. (41) section (DIV2) 55 Page 297
367 4. The [ End ] signifies the perfection and consummation of any thing, as Christ is said to be the End of the Law, Rom. 10. 4. and so the meaning is, That your faith, which is but an imperfect knowing God, shall then, 4. The [ End ] signifies the perfection and consummation of any thing, as christ is said to be the End of the Law, Rom. 10. 4. and so the meaning is, That your faith, which is but an imperfect knowing God, shall then, crd dt [ vvb ] vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt vvb pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd cc av dt n1 vbz, cst po22 n1, r-crq vbz p-acp dt j j-vvg np1, vmb av, (41) section (DIV2) 56 Page 298
368 when it ceaseth, be swallowed up of sight, (which is all one with that salvation here) tanquam perfectibile, a perfection, when it ceases, be swallowed up of sighed, (which is all one with that salvation Here) tanquam perfectibile, a perfection, c-crq pn31 vvz, vbb vvn a-acp pp-f n1, (r-crq vbz d pi p-acp cst n1 av) fw-la fw-la, dt n1, (41) section (DIV2) 56 Page 298
369 as that which is imperfect, is said to be by that which is perfect, 1 Cor. 13. 10. Thus much for the literal and proper import of the word [ End. ] as that which is imperfect, is said to be by that which is perfect, 1 Cor. 13. 10. Thus much for the literal and proper import of the word [ End. ] c-acp d r-crq vbz j, vbz vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp d r-crq vbz j, vvn np1 crd crd av av-d c-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 [ n1 ] (41) section (DIV2) 56 Page 298
370 Now then, If we take the word [ End ] in its proper meaning, and the word [ Soul ] likewise in its native proper meaning also, which sence in Reason should be first served (when the scope will bear it) then it makes for that purpose, more fitly, which we have had in hand. Now then, If we take the word [ End ] in its proper meaning, and the word [ Soul ] likewise in its native proper meaning also, which sense in Reason should be First served (when the scope will bear it) then it makes for that purpose, more fitly, which we have had in hand. av av, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 [ vvb ] p-acp po31 j n1, cc dt n1 [ n1 ] av p-acp po31 j-jn j n1 av, r-crq n1 p-acp n1 vmd vbi ord vvn (c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi pn31) av pn31 vvz p-acp d n1, av-dc av-j, r-crq pns12 vhb vhn p-acp n1. (41) section (DIV2) 57 Page 298
371 §. §. §. (42) section (DIV2) 57 Page 298
372 That nothing may be wanting in this last place cited, to make up all the Particulars in the foregoing Sections insisted on: That nothing may be wanting in this last place cited, to make up all the Particulars in the foregoing Sectis insisted on: d pix vmb vbi vvg p-acp d ord n1 vvn, pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n2-j p-acp dt vvg n2 vvd a-acp: (42) section (DIV2) 58 Page 298
373 So it is, that the Apostle Peter doth further plainly insinuate, That this Salvation (here) consisteth in the Sight and Vision of Christ, (which was one Particular afore-mentioned) accompanied with Joy unspeakable, and glorious. So it is, that the Apostle Peter does further plainly insinuate, That this Salvation (Here) Consisteth in the Sighed and Vision of christ, (which was one Particular aforementioned) accompanied with Joy unspeakable, and glorious. av pn31 vbz, cst dt n1 np1 vdz av-jc av-j vvi, cst d n1 (av) vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (r-crq vbds pi j-jn j) vvd p-acp vvb j, cc j. (42) section (DIV2) 58 Page 298
374 The Coherence (if observed) makes this forth clearly: The Coherence (if observed) makes this forth clearly: dt n1 (cs n-vvn) vvz d av av-j: (42) section (DIV2) 58 Page 298
375 For whereas in the Verse immediately foregoing, he had commended their present State of Faith by this, Whom [ now ] though you see not, For whereas in the Verse immediately foregoing, he had commended their present State of Faith by this, Whom [ now ] though you see not, c-acp cs p-acp dt n1 av-j vvg, pns31 vhd vvn po32 j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, ro-crq [ av ] cs pn22 vvb xx, (42) section (DIV2) 58 Page 299
376 yet believing, rejoice with Joy unspeakable, and glorious. yet believing, rejoice with Joy unspeakable, and glorious. av vvg, vvb p-acp n1 j-u, cc j. (42) section (DIV2) 58 Page 299
377 That [ Now ] you see not, (in this Life) is set in opposition, That [ Now ] you see not, (in this Life) is Set in opposition, cst [ av ] pn22 vvb xx, (p-acp d n1) vbz vvn p-acp n1, (42) section (DIV2) 58 Page 299
378 and carries a promise with it of a time to come, wherein they should see, and carries a promise with it of a time to come, wherein they should see, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns32 vmd vvi, (42) section (DIV2) 58 Page 299
379 even as Christ said to his Disciples, Joh. 13. 33. & 36. compared, Whither I go, I [ Now ] say to you, ye cannot come; even as christ said to his Disciples, John 13. 33. & 36. compared, Whither I go, I [ Now ] say to you, you cannot come; av c-acp np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd crd cc crd vvn, c-crq pns11 vvb, pns11 [ av ] vvb p-acp pn22, pn22 vmbx vvi; (42) section (DIV2) 58 Page 299
380 but thou shalt follow me [ AFTERWARDS ]. but thou shalt follow me [ AFTERWARDS ]. cc-acp pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 [ av ]. (42) section (DIV2) 58 Page 299
381 So here [ NOW ] believing, (which is the Principle at the present which you live upon) you see him not; but when the end of your faith shall come, you shall then see him; So Here [ NOW ] believing, (which is the Principle At the present which you live upon) you see him not; but when the end of your faith shall come, you shall then see him; av av [ av ] vvg, (r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp) pn22 vvb pno31 xx; p-acp c-crq dt vvb pp-f po22 n1 vmb vvi, pn22 vmb av vvi pno31; (42) section (DIV2) 58 Page 299
382 and in this it is consisteth the salvation of your soul. So that still it carries on what I have afore spoken unto, That when Faith ceaseth, Sight cometh; and in this it is Consisteth the salvation of your soul. So that still it carries on what I have afore spoken unto, That when Faith ceases, Sighed comes; cc p-acp d pn31 vbz vvz dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. av cst av pn31 vvz p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb a-acp vvn p-acp, cst c-crq n1 vvz, n1 vvz; (42) section (DIV2) 58 Page 299
383 yea, perfects and swallows it up as was said even now, out of 1 Cor. 12, 13. yea, perfects and Swallows it up as was said even now, out of 1 Cor. 12, 13. uh, vvz cc n2 pn31 a-acp a-acp vbds vvn av av, av pp-f crd np1 crd, crd (42) section (DIV2) 58 Page 299
384 And let me add this, That the Apostle on purpose doth bring the mention of this supereminent fruit of faith, (Even now when we see not) that believing, ye yet rejoyce with joy unspeakable and glorious: And let me add this, That the Apostle on purpose does bring the mention of this supereminent fruit of faith, (Even now when we see not) that believing, you yet rejoice with joy unspeakable and glorious: cc vvb pno11 vvi d, cst dt n1 p-acp n1 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f n1, (av-j av c-crq pns12 vvb xx) d vvg, pn22 av vvi p-acp n1 j cc j: (42) section (DIV2) 59 Page 299
385 On purpose, I say, to make way for the raising up their thoughts & apprehensions, On purpose, I say, to make Way for the raising up their thoughts & apprehensions, p-acp n1, pns11 vvb, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp po32 n2 cc n2, (42) section (DIV2) 59 Page 299
386 how infinitely transcending that salvation of their souls must be, when Faith ending, they attain to Sight, to see him face to face, whom their souls have loved: how infinitely transcending that salvation of their Souls must be, when Faith ending, they attain to Sighed, to see him face to face, whom their Souls have loved: c-crq av-j vvg d n1 pp-f po32 n2 vmb vbi, c-crq n1 vvg, pns32 vvb p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 p-acp n1, ro-crq po32 n2 vhb vvn: (42) section (DIV2) 59 Page 300
387 It is implicitly as if he had said unto them, Oh! think with your selves, what Joy, what Glory that must needs be, which exceedeth and surpasseth this that now accompanies your faith, in an answerable proportion, It is implicitly as if he had said unto them, Oh! think with your selves, what Joy, what Glory that must needs be, which exceeds and Surpasses this that now Accompanies your faith, in an answerable proportion, pn31 vbz av-j a-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno32, uh vvb p-acp po22 n2, r-crq n1, r-crq n1 cst vmb av vbi, r-crq vvz cc vvz d cst av vvz po22 n1, p-acp dt j n1, (42) section (DIV2) 59 Page 300
388 as much as sight of Christ's presence, and face to face, must be supposed to excel the knowledge of him by faith, which sees him but as absent, darkly! as much as sighed of Christ's presence, and face to face, must be supposed to excel the knowledge of him by faith, which sees him but as absent, darkly! c-acp d c-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp n1, r-crq vvz pno31 cc-acp c-acp j, av-j! (42) section (DIV2) 59 Page 300
389 And further, give me leave to improve this Notion: You may take this assured evidence, That your souls shall then see, and enjoy God, And further, give me leave to improve this Notion: You may take this assured evidence, That your Souls shall then see, and enjoy God, cc jc, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi d n1: pn22 vmb vvi d j-vvn n1, cst po22 n2 vmb av vvi, cc vvi np1, (42) section (DIV2) 60 Page 300
390 when your faith shall CEASE, which will be, when once your souls shall come to be separate from your bodies by death: when your faith shall CEASE, which will be, when once your Souls shall come to be separate from your bodies by death: c-crq po22 n1 vmb vvb, r-crq vmb vbi, c-crq c-acp po22 n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n1: (42) section (DIV2) 60 Page 300
391 In that, even now, in this life, it is your Souls and Spirits that are the immediate receptives, In that, even now, in this life, it is your Souls and Spirits that Are the immediate receptives, p-acp d, av av, p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz po22 n2 cc n2 cst vbr dt j n2-jn, (42) section (DIV2) 60 Page 300
392 or partakers and subjects of such glorious Joys, or partakers and subject's of such glorious Joys, cc n2 cc n2-jn pp-f d j n2, (42) section (DIV2) 60 Page 300
393 The soul enjoys them (though in the body, yet) without the help or concurrence of the body, or the phantasms of it: The soul enjoys them (though in the body, yet) without the help or concurrence of the body, or the phantasms of it: dt n1 vvz pno32 (c-acp p-acp dt n1, av) p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31: (42) section (DIV2) 61 Page 300
394 yea, such Raptures do pass understanding, that is, the common way of understanding, which by the use and help of the body, yea, such Raptures do pass understanding, that is, the Common Way of understanding, which by the use and help of the body, uh, d n2 vdb vvi n1, cst vbz, dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (42) section (DIV2) 61 Page 300
395 or images in the fancy, the Mind exerciseth in other things, and which do concur with the understanding ordinarily in faith. But this joy falls into, or Images in the fancy, the Mind Exerciseth in other things, and which do concur with the understanding ordinarily in faith. But this joy falls into, cc n2 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp j-jn n2, cc q-crq vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 av-jn p-acp n1. p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp, (42) section (DIV2) 61 Page 301
396 and is illapsed within the soul it self immediately; and is illapsed within the soul it self immediately; cc vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 av-j; (42) section (DIV2) 61 Page 301
397 yea, the weakness of your bodies, and bodily spirits, will not permit you to have so much of this joy, yea, the weakness of your bodies, and bodily spirits, will not permit you to have so much of this joy, uh, dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, cc j n2, vmb xx vvi pn22 pc-acp vhi av d pp-f d n1, (42) section (DIV2) 61 Page 301
398 as otherwise the soul is now capable of by faith. as otherwise the soul is now capable of by faith. c-acp av dt n1 vbz av j pp-f p-acp n1. (42) section (DIV2) 61 Page 301
399 And therefore by this experimental taste aforehand in your own souls, you may be ascertained, That your souls, And Therefore by this experimental taste aforehand in your own Souls, you may be ascertained, That your Souls, cc av p-acp d j n1 av p-acp po22 d n2, pn22 vmb vbi vvn, cst po22 n2, (42) section (DIV2) 61 Page 301
400 when separate from your bodies by death, as well as when united again unto their bodies, shall enjoy this great Salvation. when separate from your bodies by death, as well as when united again unto their bodies, shall enjoy this great Salvation. c-crq vvb p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp c-crq vvn av p-acp po32 n2, vmb vvi d j n1. (42) section (DIV2) 61 Page 301
401 And thus much for the first Point raised out of the words, which did undertake an Argumentation for a separate soul's Glory and Happiness. (1.) From the Condition of the Soul, as the immediate subject of Grace wrought in it. (2.) From God's Ordination of the Work wrought, To raise the soul up to life, And thus much for the First Point raised out of the words, which did undertake an Argumentation for a separate soul's Glory and Happiness. (1.) From the Condition of the Soul, as the immediate Subject of Grace wrought in it. (2.) From God's Ordination of the Work wrought, To raise the soul up to life, cc av av-d c-acp dt ord n1 vvd av pp-f dt n2, r-crq vdd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j ng1 n1 cc n1. (crd) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n-jn pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pn31. (crd) p-acp npg1 n1 pp-f dt vvb vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp p-acp n1, (42) section (DIV2) 62 Page 301
402 whilst Sin should bring Dissolution upon the Body. (3.) From the Scope of the Worker, God himself; while since should bring Dissolution upon the Body. (3.) From the Scope of the Worker, God himself; cs n1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1. (crd) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 px31; (42) section (DIV2) 62 Page 301
403 who as an Efficient will accomplish the End, when his Work for that end is finish'd. who as an Efficient will accomplish the End, when his Work for that end is finished. r-crq c-acp dt j vmb vvi dt vvb, c-crq po31 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz vvn. (42) section (DIV2) 62 Page 301
404 And all these, as comprehended in what the very first view and front of the words of my Text hold out: And all these, as comprehended in what the very First view and front of the words of my Text hold out: cc d d, c-acp vvn p-acp r-crq dt j ord n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 vvb av: (42) section (DIV2) 62 Page 301
405 God hath wrought us for the self-same thing. God hath wrought us for the selfsame thing. np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt j n1. (42) section (DIV2) 62 Page 301
406 §. But lo! a greater matter is here. It is not simply said, God hath wrought us for this; §. But lo! a greater matter is Here. It is not simply said, God hath wrought us for this; §. cc-acp uh! dt jc n1 vbz av. pn31 vbz xx av-j vvn, np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d; (43) section (DIV2) 62 Page 302
407 but, He that hath wrought us for this thing, is God: but, He that hath wrought us for this thing, is God: p-acp, pns31 cst vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d n1, vbz np1: (43) section (DIV2) 63 Page 302
408 Thereby calling upon us to consider, How great an Hand or Efficient is here, even God, who hath discovered in a transcendent manner his Glory, in the ordaining and contriving of this Work unto this great end. Thereby calling upon us to Consider, How great an Hand or Efficient is Here, even God, who hath discovered in a transcendent manner his Glory, in the ordaining and contriving of this Work unto this great end. av vvg p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, c-crq j dt n1 cc j vbz av, av np1, r-crq vhz vvn p-acp dt j n1 po31 n1, p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f d n1 p-acp d j n1. (43) section (DIV2) 63 Page 302
409 Take it not therefore as a bare Demonstration given from God's working Ʋs to this end, such as is common to other Agents, (as hath been said). Take it not Therefore as a bore Demonstration given from God's working Ʋs to this end, such as is Common to other Agents, (as hath been said). vvb pn31 xx av c-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp npg1 j-vvg vvz p-acp d n1, d c-acp vbz j p-acp j-jn n2, (c-acp vhz vbn vvn). (43) section (DIV2) 63 Page 302
410 But further, a Celebration of the Greatness and Glory of God, in his having contrived this with so high an Hand, like unto the Great God: But further, a Celebration of the Greatness and Glory of God, in his having contrived this with so high an Hand, like unto the Great God: p-acp jc, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 vhg vvn d p-acp av j dt n1, av-j p-acp dt j np1: (43) section (DIV2) 63 Page 302
411 And is as if he had said, There is a Design in this, worthy of God, He hath shewn himself in this to be the Great God indeed. And is as if he had said, There is a Design in this, worthy of God, He hath shown himself in this to be the Great God indeed. cc vbz c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d, j pp-f np1, pns31 vhz vvn px31 p-acp d pc-acp vbi dt j np1 av. (43) section (DIV2) 63 Page 302
412 He that hath wrought us for this is God. When God's ordinary Works are spoken of, it sufficeth himself to say, God did thus, or this: He that hath wrought us for this is God. When God's ordinary Works Are spoken of, it Suffices himself to say, God did thus, or this: pns31 cst vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d vbz np1. c-crq npg1 n1 vvz vbr vvn pp-f, pn31 vvz px31 pc-acp vvi, np1 vdd av, cc d: (43) section (DIV2) 63 Page 302
413 But when God's Works of Wonder, then often you find such an illustrious Note of Reflection upon, But when God's Works of Wonder, then often you find such an illustrious Note of Reflection upon, cc-acp c-crq npg1 vvz pp-f n1, av av pn22 vvb d dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp, (43) section (DIV2) 64 Page 302
414 and pointing at Him, to have done as God. and pointing At Him, to have done as God. cc vvg p-acp pno31, pc-acp vhi vdn p-acp np1. (43) section (DIV2) 64 Page 302
415 And it is ordinary among Men, when you would commend the known Worth of the Artist, to say, He that wrought this is such a Man, so to commend the Workmanship. And it is ordinary among Men, when you would commend the known Worth of the Artist, to say, He that wrought this is such a Man, so to commend the Workmanship. cc pn31 vbz j p-acp n2, c-crq pn22 vmd vvi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi, pns31 cst vvd d vbz d dt n1, av pc-acp vvi dt n1. (43) section (DIV2) 64 Page 303
416 And thus both when the Holy-Ghost speaks of this Glory it self, (which is the End for which here) his stile is, Wbose Maker and Builder is God, Heb. 11. 10. And in like equipage here of Preparation to that End, he saith, He that hath wrought us [ for this thing ] is God. And thus both when the Holy ghost speaks of this Glory it self, (which is the End for which Here) his style is, Wbose Maker and Builder is God, Hebrew 11. 10. And in like equipage Here of Preparation to that End, he Says, He that hath wrought us [ for this thing ] is God. cc av d c-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f d n1 pn31 n1, (r-crq vbz dt vvb p-acp r-crq av) po31 n1 vbz, r-crq n1 cc n1 vbz np1, np1 crd crd cc p-acp j n1 av pp-f n1 p-acp d vvb, pns31 vvz, pns31 cst vhz vvn pno12 [ c-acp d n1 ] vbz np1. (43) section (DIV2) 65 Page 303
417 In this very Chapter, (2 Cor. 5. to go no further,) when the great Work of Salvation, in the whole of it, is spoken of, he prefaceth thus to it: In this very Chapter, (2 Cor. 5. to go no further,) when the great Work of Salvation, in the Whole of it, is spoken of, he prefaceth thus to it: p-acp d j n1, (crd np1 crd p-acp vvi av-dx av-jc,) c-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j-jn pp-f pn31, vbz vvn pp-f, pns31 vvz av p-acp pn31: (43) section (DIV2) 65 Page 303
418 All things are of God, who hath reconciled us to Himself, &c. That is, in this Transaction he hath appeared like that God [ of whom all things else are ] and so more eminently in this than in all, All things Are of God, who hath reconciled us to Himself, etc. That is, in this Transaction he hath appeared like that God [ of whom all things Else Are ] and so more eminently in this than in all, d n2 vbr pp-f np1, r-crq vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp px31, av cst vbz, p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz vvn av-j cst np1 [ pp-f ro-crq d n2 av vbr ] cc av av-dc av-j p-acp d cs p-acp d, (43) section (DIV2) 65 Page 303
419 or at least, any other Work. or At least, any other Work. cc p-acp ds, d j-jn n1. (43) section (DIV2) 65 Page 303
420 What there is said of Salvation in the whole, is here of that particular Salvation of a separate Soul. You have the like Emphasis put, Heb. 2. 10. of bringing many Sons to Glory, [ It became him ] says the Text. Now put all together, and the result is: What there is said of Salvation in the Whole, is Here of that particular Salvation of a separate Soul. You have the like Emphasis put, Hebrew 2. 10. of bringing many Sons to Glory, [ It became him ] Says the Text. Now put all together, and the result is: q-crq pc-acp vbz vvn pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn, vbz av pp-f cst j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pn22 vhb dt j n1 vvi, np1 crd crd pp-f vvg d n2 p-acp n1, [ pn31 vvd pno31 ] vvz dt np1 av vvd d av, cc dt n1 vbz: (43) section (DIV2) 65 Page 303
421 The Second Point. The Second Point. dt ord n1. (44) doctrine (DIV1) 65 Page 304
422 That to have provided a Glory for separate Souls of Just Men, wrought upon in this Life, is a Dispensation becoming the Great God: That to have provided a Glory for separate Souls of Just Men, wrought upon in this Life, is a Dispensation becoming the Great God: cst p-acp vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f j n2, vvn p-acp p-acp d n1, vbz dt n1 vvg dt j np1: (44) doctrine (DIV1) 66 Page 304
423 yea, and that there is an Artifice and Contrivement therein worthy of God, and like unto himself, such as he hath shewed in other his Works of Wonder. yea, and that there is an Artifice and Contrivement therein worthy of God, and like unto himself, such as he hath showed in other his Works of Wonder. uh, cc cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 av j pp-f np1, cc av-j p-acp px31, d c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp j-jn po31 vvz pp-f n1. (44) doctrine (DIV1) 66 Page 304
424 There are two Branches of this Doctrine, which I set otherwise out thus: 1. That it is a thing becoming the Great God, There Are two Branches of this Doctrine, which I Set otherwise out thus: 1. That it is a thing becoming the Great God, pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns11 vvd av av av: crd cst pn31 vbz dt n1 vvg dt j np1, (44) doctrine (DIV1) 67 Page 304
425 thus to deal with such a separate Soul, having been wrought upon. 2. That God hath designed, and brings forth therein, a glorious Artifice and Contrivement, such as argue him a God Wise in Counsel, and Wonderful in Working. thus to deal with such a separate Soul, having been wrought upon. 2. That God hath designed, and brings forth therein, a glorious Artifice and Contrivement, such as argue him a God Wise in Counsel, and Wondered in Working. av pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt j n1, vhg vbn vvn p-acp. crd cst np1 vhz vvn, cc vvz av av, dt j n1 cc n1, d c-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp vvg. (44) doctrine (DIV1) 67 Page 304
426 I. First Branch of this second Doctrine, That it becomes God. I. First Branch of this second Doctrine, That it becomes God. np1 ord n1 pp-f d ord n1, cst pn31 vvz np1. (45) part (DIV2) 67 Page 304
427 The Account of this Becomingness is best made forth, by comparing and bringing together into an Interview, both the inward and outward Condition of such a Soul, The Account of this Becomingness is best made forth, by comparing and bringing together into an Interview, both the inward and outward Condition of such a Soul, dt vvb pp-f d n1 vbz js vvn av, p-acp vvg cc vvg av p-acp dt n1, d dt j cc j n1 pp-f d dt n1, (45) part (DIV2) 68 Page 305
428 and then the Relations which God bears to it, such as should thereupon move him (through his good pleasure) thus to deal with it. and then the Relations which God bears to it, such as should thereupon move him (through his good pleasure) thus to deal with it. cc av dt n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pn31, d c-acp vmd av vvi pno31 (p-acp po31 j n1) av pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (45) part (DIV2) 68 Page 305
429 You know I at first undertook chiefly Reasons of Congruity or Becomingness, and such always consist of two parts, You know I At First undertook chiefly Reasons of Congruity or Becomingness, and such always consist of two parts, pn22 vvb pns11 p-acp ord vvd av-jn n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc d av vvi pp-f crd n2, (45) part (DIV2) 69 Page 305
430 and when the one answereth and suiteth to the other, then the Harmony of such a Reason is made up. and when the one Answers and suiteth to the other, then the Harmony of such a Reason is made up. cc c-crq dt pi vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n-jn, cs dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp. (45) part (DIV2) 69 Page 305
431 Let Us therefore consider, 1. What is on the Soul's part. 2. What is on God's part. §. I. On the Soul's part. Therein two things: Let Us Therefore Consider, 1. What is on the Soul's part. 2. What is on God's part. §. I. On the Soul's part. Therein two things: vvb pno32 av vvi, crd q-crq vbz p-acp dt ng1 n1. crd q-crq vbz p-acp npg1 n1. §. pns11. p-acp dt ng1 n1. av crd n2: (45) part (DIV2) 70 Page 305
432 1. The Species, the Kind, and intrinsecal Rank of Being, which this Creature (we call the Soul) thus wrought upon, stands in afore God. 1. The Species, the Kind, and intrinsical Rank of Being, which this Creature (we call the Soul) thus wrought upon, Stands in afore God. crd dt n2, dt j, cc j n1 pp-f vbg, r-crq d n1 (pns12 vvb dt n1) av vvn p-acp, vvz p-acp p-acp np1. (45) part (DIV2) 72 Page 305
433 2. The outward Condition or Case this Soul is left in upon its parting with the Body, 2. The outward Condition or Case this Soul is left in upon its parting with the Body, crd dt j n1 cc n1 d n1 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1, (45) part (DIV2) 73 Page 305
434 unless God takes it up into Glory. First; For its Rank or Kind of Being. Therein two things: unless God Takes it up into Glory. First; For its Rank or Kind of Being. Therein two things: cs np1 vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp n1. ord; p-acp po31 n1 cc j pp-f vbg. av crd n2: (45) part (DIV2) 73 Page 305
435 1. This Soul was by its first Creation a Spirit, and that in the substance or native kind thereof; 1. This Soul was by its First Creation a Spirit, and that in the substance or native kind thereof; crd d n1 vbds p-acp po31 ord n1 dt n1, cc cst p-acp dt n1 cc j-jn n1 av; (45) part (DIV2) 76 Page 305
436 and in that respect (considered apart for its Union with the Body) is in a more special manner allied unto God, and in that respect (considered apart for its union with the Body) is in a more special manner allied unto God, cc p-acp d n1 (vvn av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1) vbz p-acp dt av-dc j n1 vvn p-acp np1, (45) part (DIV2) 76 Page 306
437 than all other Creatures (but Angels) are. than all other Creatures (but Angels) Are. cs d j-jn n2 (p-acp n2) vbr. (45) part (DIV2) 76 Page 306
438 You have the Pedigree of Man, both in respect of Body and Soul, set out, Acts 17. The Extract of our Bodies, in v. 26. He hath made of one Blood all Nations of Men. You have the Pedigree of Man, both in respect of Body and Soul, Set out, Acts 17. The Extract of our Bodies, in v. 26. He hath made of one Blood all nations of Men. pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, av-d p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvd av, n2 crd dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp n1 crd pns31 vhz vvn pp-f crd n1 d n2 pp-f n2. (45) part (DIV2) 77 Page 306
439 So then on that side (as we say) in respect of our Bodies, there is a Consanguinity of all Men, being made of one Blood, between one another: So then on that side (as we say) in respect of our Bodies, there is a Consanguinity of all Men, being made of one Blood, between one Another: av av p-acp d n1 (c-acp pns12 vvb) p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, vbg vvn pp-f crd n1, p-acp crd j-jn: (45) part (DIV2) 77 Page 306
440 But then in respect of our Souls, we are God's Off-spring, v. 28. and so on that side there is an Alliance (not of Consanguinity) unto God, upon the account of having been created immediately by him, But then in respect of our Souls, we Are God's Offspring, v. 28. and so on that side there is an Alliance (not of Consanguinity) unto God, upon the account of having been created immediately by him, cc-acp av p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vbr npg1 n1, n1 crd cc av p-acp d n1 a-acp vbz dt n1 (xx pp-f n1) p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vhg vbn vvn av-j p-acp pno31, (45) part (DIV2) 77 Page 306
441 and in the very substance of our Souls made like him, and in his Image; and in the very substance of our Souls made like him, and in his Image; cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 vvd av-j pno31, cc p-acp po31 n1; (45) part (DIV2) 77 Page 306
442 and yet we are not begotten of his Essence or Substance, which is only proper to his Great Son. And in a correspondency unto this, God is stiled, Heb. 12. 9. The Father of our Spirits, in distinction from the Fathers of our Flesh or Bodies; (see the words:) Which Alliance or Fatherhood, take it as in common with all Mens Spirits, lieth in this, That he not only created our Souls immediately out of nothing, and yet we Are not begotten of his Essence or Substance, which is only proper to his Great Son. And in a correspondency unto this, God is styled, Hebrew 12. 9. The Father of our Spirits, in distinction from the Father's of our Flesh or Bodies; (see the words:) Which Alliance or Fatherhood, take it as in Common with all Men's Spirits, lies in this, That he not only created our Souls immediately out of nothing, cc av pns12 vbr xx vvn pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz av-j j p-acp po31 j n1 cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, np1 vbz vvn, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 cc n2; (vvi dt n2:) r-crq n1 cc n1, vvb pn31 a-acp p-acp j p-acp d ng2 n2, vvz p-acp d, cst pns31 xx av-j vvn po12 n2 av-j av pp-f pix, (45) part (DIV2) 77 Page 306
443 but in his own Image, as to the substance of them, which Image or Likeness other Creatures did not bear, which yet were made out of nothing, as the Chaos was; but in his own Image, as to the substance of them, which Image or Likeness other Creatures did not bear, which yet were made out of nothing, as the Chaos was; cc-acp p-acp po31 d n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, r-crq n1 cc n1 j-jn n2 vdd xx vvi, r-crq av vbdr vvn av pp-f pix, c-acp dt n1 vbds; (45) part (DIV2) 77 Page 307
444 both which appear, by putting two places together, Zech. 12. 1. He frameth their Spirits (speaking of the Souls of Men) and that, [ altogether ] saith the Psalmist, Psal. 33. 15. (so Ainsworth; and others read it) that is, both, each of those Spirits; both which appear, by putting two places together, Zechariah 12. 1. He frameth their Spirits (speaking of the Souls of Men) and that, [ altogether ] Says the Psalmist, Psalm 33. 15. (so Ainsworth; and Others read it) that is, both, each of those Spirits; d r-crq vvb, p-acp vvg crd n2 av, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz po32 n2 (vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2) cc d, [ av ] vvz dt n1, np1 crd crd (av np1; cc n2-jn vvb pn31) cst vbz, av-d, d pp-f d n2; (45) part (DIV2) 77 Page 307
445 and also wholly and totally, every whit of the substance of them: Creatio est productio totius entis; and also wholly and totally, every whit of the substance of them: Creation est productio totius entis; cc av av-jn cc av-j, d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (45) part (DIV2) 77 Page 307
446 for Creation differs from Generation in this, that it is a raising up or producing the whole of a being out of meer nothing, that is to say, [ altogether, ] whereas Generation presupposeth pre-existent matter; for Creation differs from Generation in this, that it is a raising up or producing the Whole of a being out of mere nothing, that is to say, [ altogether, ] whereas Generation presupposeth preexistent matter; p-acp n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp d, cst pn31 vbz dt vvg a-acp cc vvg dt j-jn pp-f dt vbg av pp-f j pi2, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, [ av, ] cs n1 vvz j n1; (45) part (DIV2) 77 Page 307
447 as in the generation of our Bodies, which are not wholly and every whit of God immediately, as in the generation of our Bodies, which Are not wholly and every whit of God immediately, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, r-crq vbr xx av-jn cc d n1 pp-f np1 av-j, (45) part (DIV2) 77 Page 307
448 but the Parents afford the matter, and the formative virtue besides, by which our Bodies are framed. but the Parents afford the matter, and the formative virtue beside, by which our Bodies Are framed. cc-acp dt n2 vvb dt n1, cc dt j n1 a-acp, p-acp r-crq po12 n2 vbr vvn. (45) part (DIV2) 77 Page 307
449 So then, in respect of our first Creation, our Souls (apart considered) are thus allied to God, to which our Bodies are not; So then, in respect of our First Creation, our Souls (apart considered) Are thus allied to God, to which our Bodies Are not; av av, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 ord n1, po12 n2 (av vvn) vbr av vvn p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq po12 n2 vbr xx; (45) part (DIV2) 77 Page 307
450 being Spirits in the very Being of them, that altogether do owe that their Being to him. being Spirits in the very Being of them, that altogether do owe that their Being to him. n1 n2 p-acp dt j vbg pp-f pno32, cst av vdb vvi cst po32 vbg p-acp pno31. (45) part (DIV2) 77 Page 307
451 But there is a taint come upon the Souls of all Men by Sin, so as this alliance is thereby worn out, But there is a taint come upon the Souls of all Men by since, so as this alliance is thereby worn out, p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp n1, av c-acp d n1 vbz av vvn av, (45) part (DIV2) 78 Page 307
452 yea forfeited, until it be restored. yea forfeited, until it be restored. uh vvn, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn. (45) part (DIV2) 78 Page 308
453 Now therefore these Souls (the only subject of our Discourse) being such as God hath wrought, Now Therefore these Souls (the only Subject of our Discourse) being such as God hath wrought, av av d n2 (dt j n-jn pp-f po12 n1) vbg d c-acp np1 vhz vvn, (45) part (DIV2) 78 Page 308
454 and so are become his Workmanship by a new and far nobler Creation, and thereby created Spirit anew, according to what Christ says, That which is born of the Spirit is Spirit. and so Are become his Workmanship by a new and Far Nobler Creation, and thereby created Spirit anew, according to what christ Says, That which is born of the Spirit is Spirit. cc av vbr vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt j cc av-j jc n1, cc av vvn n1 av, vvg p-acp r-crq np1 vvz, cst r-crq vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 vbz n1. (45) part (DIV2) 78 Page 308
455 Hereupon these Souls are Spirit, upon a double account: as you say of Sugar, it is double-refined; Hereupon these Souls Are Spirit, upon a double account: as you say of Sugar, it is double-refined; av d n2 vbr n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1: c-acp pn22 vvb pp-f n1, pn31 vbz j; (45) part (DIV2) 78 Page 308
456 so this is now become a spiritual Spirit, or Spirit spiritualized and sublimated; so this is now become a spiritual Spirit, or Spirit spiritualized and sublimated; av d vbz av vvn dt j n1, cc n1 vvn cc vvn; (45) part (DIV2) 78 Page 308
457 yea, and thereby the inward Sanctuary, the Holy of Holies, the seat of God's most spiritual Worship; yea, and thereby the inward Sanctuary, the Holy of Holies, the seat of God's most spiritual Worship; uh, cc av dt j n1, dt j pp-f n2-jn, dt n1 pp-f npg1 av-ds j n1; (45) part (DIV2) 78 Page 308
458 which the Body is not, but only as it is the outward Temple or Instrument of this new-made Spirit. which the Body is not, but only as it is the outward Temple or Instrument of this new-made Spirit. r-crq dt n1 vbz xx, cc-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1. (45) part (DIV2) 78 Page 308
459 And hereupon that original Affinity to God of Spirit, is not only restored, but endeared; And hereupon that original Affinity to God of Spirit, is not only restored, but endeared; cc av d j-jn n1 p-acp np1 pp-f n1, vbz xx av-j vvn, cc-acp vvn; (45) part (DIV2) 79 Page 308
460 for now there is both the stuff, or the ground-work, and then the workmanship, or embroidery upon it, for now there is both the stuff, or the groundwork, and then the workmanship, or embroidery upon it, c-acp av pc-acp vbz d dt n1, cc dt n1, cc av dt n1, cc n1 p-acp pn31, (45) part (DIV2) 79 Page 308
461 and both of them the Works of God; and both of them the Works of God; cc d pp-f pno32 dt vvz pp-f np1; (45) part (DIV2) 79 Page 308
462 that so look as the Gold wrought upon, commends the Enamel, and then again the Enamel enhaunceth the value of the Gold, that so look as the Gold wrought upon, commends the Enamel, and then again the Enamel enhanceth the valve of the Gold, cst av vvb p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp, vvz dt n1, cc av av dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (45) part (DIV2) 79 Page 308
463 so as both are considered in the price; so it's here with this Soul wrought by God in both respects. §. so as both Are considered in the price; so it's Here with this Soul wrought by God in both respects. §. av c-acp d vbr vvn p-acp dt n1; av pn31|vbz av p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp d n2. §. (45) part (DIV2) 79 Page 308
464 Secondly, Consider we now again the Case and outward Condition of such a Soul, that of it self would fall out to it upon the Dissolution of the Body. Secondly, Consider we now again the Case and outward Condition of such a Soul, that of it self would fallen out to it upon the Dissolution of the Body. ord, vvb pns12 av av dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f d dt n1, cst pp-f pn31 n1 vmd vvi av p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (45) part (DIV2) 80 Page 309
465 1. It fails of all sorts of Comforts it had in and by its union with the Body in this World, Luke 16. 9. When you fail, says Christ, speaking of Death, 'tis your City-phrase when any of you break, 1. It fails of all sorts of Comforts it had in and by its Union with the Body in this World, Lycia 16. 9. When you fail, Says christ, speaking of Death, it's your City phrase when any of you break, crd pn31 vvz pp-f d n2 pp-f n2 pn31 vhd p-acp cc p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, av crd crd c-crq pn22 vvb, vvz np1, vvg pp-f n1, pn31|vbz po22 n1 c-crq d pp-f pn22 vvb, (45) part (DIV2) 81 Page 309
466 and perhaps are thereby driven into another Kingdom, as the Soul now is. 2. Then, if ever, a Mans flesh and his heart fails, Psal. 73. 26. and perhaps Are thereby driven into Another Kingdom, as the Soul now is. 2. Then, if ever, a men Flesh and his heart fails, Psalm 73. 26. cc av vbr av vvn p-acp j-jn n1, c-acp dt n1 av vbz. crd av, cs av, dt ng1 n1 cc po31 n1 vvz, np1 crd crd (45) part (DIV2) 81 Page 309
467 3. And (which is worse) a Man's Faith faileth or ceaseth after Death, 3. And (which is Worse) a Man's Faith Faileth or ceases After Death, crd cc (r-crq vbz av-jc) dt ng1 n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp n1, (45) part (DIV2) 83 Page 309
468 and all his spiritual Knowledg as in this Life, 'tis the express phrase used 1 Cor. 13. at the 8th verse, and all his spiritual Knowledge as in this Life, it's the express phrase used 1 Cor. 13. At the 8th verse, cc d po31 j n1 c-acp p-acp d n1, pn31|vbz dt j n1 vvd crd np1 crd p-acp dt ord n1, (45) part (DIV2) 83 Page 309
469 and which is prosecuted to the end of that Chapter. And so all that communion it had with God in this Life is cut off: and which is prosecuted to the end of that Chapter. And so all that communion it had with God in this Life is Cut off: cc r-crq vbz vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. cc av d cst n1 pn31 vhd p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 vbz vvn a-acp: (45) part (DIV2) 83 Page 309
470 It is of all Creatures left the most destitute and forlorn, if God provides not. It is of all Creatures left the most destitute and forlorn, if God provides not. pn31 vbz pp-f d n2 vvd dt av-ds j cc j-vvn, cs np1 vvz xx. (45) part (DIV2) 83 Page 309
471 And yet fourthly, It is now upon Death (which it never was afore) immediately brought into the presence of God. And yet fourthly, It is now upon Death (which it never was afore) immediately brought into the presence of God. cc av j, pn31 vbz av p-acp n1 (r-crq pn31 av-x vbds a-acp) av-j vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (45) part (DIV2) 84 Page 309
472 Naked Soul comes afore naked God. Naked Soul comes afore naked God. j n1 vvz p-acp j np1. (45) part (DIV2) 84 Page 309
473 Eccles. 12. 7. Then shall the Dust return to the Earth as it was, and the Spirit shall return unto God that gave it: Eccles. 12. 7. Then shall the Dust return to the Earth as it was, and the Spirit shall return unto God that gave it: np1 crd crd av vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbds, cc dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 cst vvd pn31: (45) part (DIV2) 84 Page 310
474 it is put out of house and home, and turned upon its Father again. This as to the Souls Condition. II. God's part. §. it is put out of house and home, and turned upon its Father again. This as to the Souls Condition. II God's part. §. pn31 vbz vvn av pp-f n1 cc av-an, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1 av. d a-acp p-acp dt n2 n1. crd npg1 n1. §. (45) part (DIV2) 84 Page 310
475 This is a special season for God to shew his Love to such a Soul, This is a special season for God to show his Love to such a Soul, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1, (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 310
476 if ever afore or after, an opportunity, such as falls not out, neither afore, whilst it was in the Body; if ever afore or After, an opportunity, such as falls not out, neither afore, while it was in the Body; cs av a-acp cc a-acp, dt n1, d c-acp vvz xx av, av-dx p-acp, cs pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1; (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 310
477 nor after, when it is united to the Body again, at the Resurrection: nor After, when it is united to the Body again, At the Resurrection: ccx a-acp, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 av, p-acp dt n1: (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 310
478 if ever therefore he means to shew a respect unto a poor Soul, which is his so neer Kindred and Alliance, it must be done now. if ever Therefore he means to show a respect unto a poor Soul, which is his so near Kindred and Alliance, it must be done now. cs av av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz po31 av av-j n1 cc n1, pn31 vmb vbi vdn av. (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 310
479 We read in Psal. 73. 26. My Flesh and my Heart faileth (as at Death to be sure it doth) but God is the strength of my Heart, both in this Life and at Death to support me [ and my portion for ever ] in the Life to come without any interruption or vacant space of time, We read in Psalm 73. 26. My Flesh and my Heart Faileth (as At Death to be sure it does) but God is the strength of my Heart, both in this Life and At Death to support me [ and my portion for ever ] in the Life to come without any interruption or vacant Molle of time, pns12 vvb p-acp np1 crd crd po11 n1 cc po11 n1 vvz (c-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi j pn31 vdz) p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, d p-acp d n1 cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 [ cc po11 n1 c-acp av ] p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1, (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 310
480 as that [ ever ] imports: and that David spake this with an Eye unto the Glory to come, when Heart, as that [ ever ] imports: and that David spoke this with an Eye unto the Glory to come, when Heart, c-acp d [ av ] vvz: cc cst np1 vvd d p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, c-crq n1, (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 310
481 and Flesh, and all in this World he foresaw would fail him, is evident by what he had immediately meditated in the words afore, ver. 24. Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, so in this Life, and Flesh, and all in this World he foresaw would fail him, is evident by what he had immediately meditated in the words afore, ver. 24. Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, so in this Life, cc n1, cc d p-acp d n1 pns31 vvd vmd vvi pno31, vbz j p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 a-acp, fw-la. crd pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1, av p-acp d n1, (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 311
482 and afterwards (that being ended) shall receive me unto Glory. and afterwards (that being ended) shall receive me unto Glory. cc av (cst vbg vvn) vmb vvi pno11 p-acp n1. (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 311
483 The contemplation whereof makes him cry out again, ver. 25. Whom have I in Heaven but thee? for all things else will fail me one day, The contemplation whereof makes him cry out again, ver. 25. Whom have I in Heaven but thee? for all things Else will fail me one day, dt n1 c-crq vvz pno31 vvi av av, fw-la. crd ro-crq vhb pns11 p-acp n1 p-acp pno21? p-acp d n2 av vmb vvi pno11 crd n1, (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 311
484 when my Flesh utterly fails me also: when my Flesh utterly fails me also: c-crq po11 n1 av-j vvz pno11 av: (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 311
485 And There is none upon Earth (where he had at present many Comforts and Comforters) in comparison of thee. You see God is the portion of the whole of his time, And There is none upon Earth (where he had At present many Comforts and Comforters) in comparison of thee. You see God is the portion of the Whole of his time, cc pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1 (c-crq pns31 vhd p-acp j d n2 cc n2) p-acp n1 pp-f pno21. pn22 vvb np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn pp-f po31 n1, (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 311
486 even for ever, as ver. 26. and his Estate in Heaven and Earth divide that time and portion between them, even for ever, as for. 26. and his Estate in Heaven and Earth divide that time and portion between them, av c-acp av, c-acp p-acp. crd cc png31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 311
487 and no middle state between both, but when the one ceaseth the other begins, for between them two must be the [ for ever, ] and when all fail him which he had on Earth, and no middle state between both, but when the one ceases the other begins, for between them two must be the [ for ever, ] and when all fail him which he had on Earth, cc dx j-jn n1 p-acp d, cc-acp c-crq dt pi vvz dt n-jn vvz, c-acp p-acp pno32 crd vmb vbi dt [ c-acp av, ] cc c-crq d vvb pno31 r-crq pns31 vhd p-acp n1, (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 311
488 then God alone becomes his Happiness in Heaven. then God alone becomes his Happiness in Heaven. cs np1 av-j vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1. (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 311
489 But this only in general shews what God is and will be to a Soul in this condition. §. But this only in general shows what God is and will be to a Soul in this condition. §. p-acp d av-j p-acp n1 vvz r-crq n1 vbz cc vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1. §. (45) part (DIV2) 86 Page 311
490 But I having undertaken to proceed by way of congruity, I must further, more particularly shew, But I having undertaken to proceed by Way of congruity, I must further, more particularly show, cc-acp pns11 vhg vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb av-j, av-dc av-j vvi, (45) part (DIV2) 87 Page 311
491 how in a correspondency to this inward and outward state of this Soul, he shews himself God, how in a correspondency to this inward and outward state of this Soul, he shows himself God, c-crq p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j cc j n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vvz px31 np1, (45) part (DIV2) 87 Page 311
492 and how meet and becoming a thing it is for God to receive it into Glory, upon the consideration of many Relations, which he professedly beareth to such a Soul. and how meet and becoming a thing it is for God to receive it into Glory, upon the consideration of many Relations, which he professedly bears to such a Soul. cc c-crq j cc vvg dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq pns31 av-vvn vvz p-acp d dt n1 (45) part (DIV2) 87 Page 312
493 1. God is a Spirit, and thereupon in a special manner (as Wisd. 11. 26.) The Lord is a lover of Souls above all his other Creation. 1. God is a Spirit, and thereupon in a special manner (as Wisdom 11. 26.) The Lord is a lover of Souls above all his other Creation. crd np1 vbz dt n1, cc av p-acp dt j n1 (c-acp np1 crd crd) dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d po31 j-jn n1. (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 312
494 So it is there, Thou art merciful to all because they are thine, O Lord thou lover of Souls [ God is a Spirit ] when therefore this naked, So it is there, Thou art merciful to all Because they Are thine, Oh Lord thou lover of Souls [ God is a Spirit ] when Therefore this naked, av pn31 vbz a-acp, pns21 vb2r j p-acp d c-acp pns32 vbr png21, uh n1 pns21 n1 pp-f n2 [ uh-np vbz dt n1 ] c-crq av d j, (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 312
495 and withal sublimated Spirit (by its being born again by his own Spirit) and so assimulated to God himself, a pure Spark now freed and severed from its Dust and Ashes, flying up (or is carried rather by Spirits, the Angles, out of their like spiritual Love to it as a Spirit) unto that great Spirit, that element of Spirits, it will surely find union and coalition with him, and withal sublimated Spirit (by its being born again by his own Spirit) and so assimulated to God himself, a pure Spark now freed and severed from its Dust and Ashes, flying up (or is carried rather by Spirits, the Angles, out of their like spiritual Love to it as a Spirit) unto that great Spirit, that element of Spirits, it will surely find Union and coalition with him, cc av vvn n1 (p-acp po31 vbg vvn av p-acp po31 d n1) cc av vvn p-acp np1 px31, dt j n1 av vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n2, vvg a-acp (cc vbz vvn av-c p-acp n2, dt np2, av pp-f po32 j j n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1) p-acp d j n1, cst n1 pp-f n2, pn31 vmb av-j vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 312
496 and be taken up unto him: and be taken up unto him: cc vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pno31: (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 312
497 for if, as Christ speaks, John 4. 23. God being a Spirit, therefore seeks for such as worship in Spirit and Truth, that is, he loves, delights in such, for if, as christ speaks, John 4. 23. God being a Spirit, Therefore seeks for such as worship in Spirit and Truth, that is, he loves, delights in such, c-acp cs, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd np1 vbg dt n1, av vvz p-acp d c-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cst vbz, pns31 vvz, vvz p-acp d, (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 312
498 as a Man doth in a Companion or Friend, who suits him. as a Man does in a Companion or Friend, who suits him. c-acp dt n1 vdz p-acp dt n1 cc n1, r-crq vvz pno31. (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 312
499 And doth God seek for such whilst they are on Earth? Then surely when such Spirits shall come to him, And does God seek for such while they Are on Earth? Then surely when such Spirits shall come to him, cc vdz np1 vvi p-acp d cs pns32 vbr p-acp n1? av av-j c-crq d n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 312
500 and have such a grand occasion, and (indeed) the first occasion in such an immediate way to appear before him, in such a manner and upon such a change as this, as they never did before; and have such a grand occasion, and (indeed) the First occasion in such an immediate Way to appear before him, in such a manner and upon such a change as this, as they never did before; cc vhb d dt j n1, cc (av) dt ord n1 p-acp d dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp d dt n1 cc p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, c-acp pns32 av-x vdd a-acp; (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 313
501 these Spirits also having been the Seat, the inner Temple of all this spiritual Worship and sanctifying of him in this World: these Spirits also having been the Seat, the inner Temple of all this spiritual Worship and sanctifying of him in this World: d n2 av vhg vbn dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f d d j n1 cc vvg pp-f pno31 p-acp d n1: (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 313
502 surely God who sought such afore, will now take them into his Bosom and Glory. surely God who sought such afore, will now take them into his Bosom and Glory. av-j np1 r-crq vvd d a-acp, vmb av vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 313
503 We also read Isa. 57. 16, 17. of the regard he bears to Persons of a contrite and humble Spirit to revive them upon this superadded consideration, that they are Souls and Spirit, We also read Isaiah 57. 16, 17. of the regard he bears to Persons of a contrite and humble Spirit to revive them upon this superadded consideration, that they Are Souls and Spirit, pns12 av vvb np1 crd crd, crd pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d j-vvn n1, cst pns32 vbr n2 cc n1, (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 313
504 and so thereby allied to him, the lofty One. and so thereby allied to him, the lofty One. cc av av vvn p-acp pno31, dt j pi. (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 313
505 Hear how in this case he utters himself, The Spirit would fail afore me, says he, Hear how in this case he utters himself, The Spirit would fail afore me, Says he, np1 c-crq p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz px31, dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno11, vvz pns31, (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 313
506 and the Souls which I have made. and the Souls which I have made. cc dt n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn. (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 313
507 He speaks of their very Souls properly and respectively considered, And [ them ] it is which he considering, He speaks of their very Souls properly and respectively considered, And [ them ] it is which he considering, pns31 vvz pp-f po32 j n2 av-j cc av-j vvn, cc [ pno32 ] pn31 vbz r-crq pns31 vvg, (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 313
508 and it moves him unto pity; and it moves him unto pity; cc pn31 vvz pno31 p-acp n1; (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 313
509 for he speaks of that in Man, whereof God is in a peculiar manner the Maker or Creator [ The Spirit which I have made ] (says he) and it is one of the eminent Titles he takes into his Coat, The framer of the Spirit of Man within him, Zech. 1. 12. as in many other places: for he speaks of that in Man, whereof God is in a peculiar manner the Maker or Creator [ The Spirit which I have made ] (Says he) and it is one of the eminent Titles he Takes into his Coat, The framer of the Spirit of Man within him, Zechariah 1. 12. as in many other places: c-acp pns31 vvz pp-f d p-acp n1, c-crq np1 vbz p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 cc n1 [ dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn ] (vvz pns31) cc pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt j n2 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp d j-jn n2: (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 313
510 This is argued also in that he speaketh of that in Man which is the subject sensible of his immediate Wrath. I will not contend for ever; This is argued also in that he speaks of that in Man which is the Subject sensible of his immediate Wrath. I will not contend for ever; d vbz vvn av p-acp cst pns31 vvz pp-f d p-acp n1 r-crq vbz dt n-jn j pp-f po31 j np1 pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp av; (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 313
511 nor will I be always Wrath. (This I have observed in what is publick of mine.) Now what moves him to remove his Wrath from such an one? The Spirit would fail (says he.) Now doth God thus profess to have a regard to them in this Life, nor will I be always Wrath. (This I have observed in what is public of mine.) Now what moves him to remove his Wrath from such an one? The Spirit would fail (Says he.) Now does God thus profess to have a regard to them in this Life, ccx vmb pns11 vbi av np1 (d pns11 vhb vvn p-acp r-crq vbz j pp-f png11.) av r-crq vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d dt pi? dt n1 vmd vvi (vvz pns31.) av vdz np1 av vvi pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 314
512 and that upon this account, that they are Spirits, lest they should fail, or faint; and that upon this account, that they Are Spirits, lest they should fail, or faint; cc cst p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vbr n2, cs pns32 vmd vvi, cc j; (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 314
513 and shall we not think that when indeed otherwise they do fail (as after Death you have heard (even now) Christ himself expresseth they would) and would upon all these considerations before-mentioned, sink into utter desolation, and shall we not think that when indeed otherwise they do fail (as After Death you have herd (even now) christ himself Expresses they would) and would upon all these considerations beforementioned, sink into utter desolation, cc vmb pns12 xx vvi cst c-crq av av pns32 vdb vvi (c-acp p-acp n1 pn22 vhb vvn (av av) np1 px31 vvz pns32 vmd) cc vmd p-acp d d n2 j, vvb p-acp j n1, (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 314
514 unless they were received into everlasting Habitations (as Christ there also speaks) Do we think that God will not now entertain them? The time is now come, the full time to have pity on them. unless they were received into everlasting Habitations (as christ there also speaks) Do we think that God will not now entertain them? The time is now come, the full time to have pity on them. cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp j n2 (c-acp np1 a-acp av vvz) vdb pns12 vvb cst np1 vmb xx av vvi pno32? dt n1 vbz av vvn, dt j n1 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno32. (45) part (DIV2) 88 Page 314
515 2. God at this season, forgets not, but full well remembers his Relation of being [ Their Creatour ] both by the new, and also first Creation (the new reviving and ingratiating the remembrance of the first) [ The Souls which I have made ] said he in Esa. But in St. Peter this is more express, 2. God At this season, forgets not, but full well remembers his Relation of being [ Their Creator ] both by the new, and also First Creation (the new reviving and ingratiating the remembrance of the First) [ The Souls which I have made ] said he in Isaiah But in Saint Peter this is more express, crd np1 p-acp d n1, vvz xx, cc-acp av-j av vvz po31 n1 pp-f vbg [ po32 n1 ] av-d p-acp dt j, cc av ord n1 (dt j vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f dt ord) [ dt n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn ] vvd pns31 p-acp np1 cc-acp p-acp n1 np1 d vbz av-dc j, (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 314
516 and mentioned as that which indeed moves God (and should be accordingly a support to our Faith) to take care of our Souls when we come to die, and mentioned as that which indeed moves God (and should be accordingly a support to our Faith) to take care of our Souls when we come to die, cc vvn p-acp d r-crq av vvz np1 (cc vmd vbi av-vvg dt n1 p-acp po12 n1) pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 314
517 even upon this account, that he is the faithful Creatour of them, 1 Pet. 4. last. even upon this account, that he is the faithful Creator of them, 1 Pet. 4. last. av p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f pno32, crd np1 crd n1. (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 314
518 Wherefore let them that suffer according to the will of God, commit the Keeping of their Souls to him, in well-doing, as unto a faithful Creator. Wherefore let them that suffer according to the will of God, commit the Keeping of their Souls to him, in welldoing, as unto a faithful Creator. q-crq vvb pno32 cst vvb vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb dt vvg pp-f po32 n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n1. (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 315
519 He speaks this specially unto such as were continually exposed unto persecution unto death for Christ in those Primitive times; He speaks this specially unto such as were continually exposed unto persecution unto death for christ in those Primitive times; pns31 vvz d av-j p-acp d c-acp vbdr av-j vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d j n2; (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 315
520 which therefore, v. 12. he terms the fiery trial, and ver. 17. forewarns them of a time of judgment was begun, which Therefore, v. 12. he terms the fiery trial, and for. 17. forewarns them of a time of judgement was begun, r-crq av, n1 crd pns31 vvz dt j n1, cc p-acp. crd n2 pno32 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn, (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 315
521 and going on upon the of house God, such as they had not yet felt; and going on upon the of house God, such as they had not yet felt; cc vvg a-acp p-acp dt pp-f n1 np1, d c-acp pns32 vhd xx av vvn; (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 315
522 who yet, Heb. 10. 32, 33, 34. had suffered reproach and spoyling of their Goods (as Peter writes to the same Jews) hereupon Peter pertinently instructs them to commit the keeping of their Souls unto God. who yet, Hebrew 10. 32, 33, 34. had suffered reproach and spoiling of their Goods (as Peter writes to the same jews) hereupon Peter pertinently instructs them to commit the keeping of their Souls unto God. r-crq av, np1 crd crd, crd, crd vhd vvn n1 cc vvg pp-f po32 n2-j (c-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt d np2) av np1 av-j vvz pno32 p-acp vvb dt vvg pp-f po32 n2 p-acp np1. (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 315
523 At death you know it is that when Mens bodies are destroyed, and so the season when their Souls to be separated therefrom, should be committed to God's care; At death you know it is that when Men's bodies Are destroyed, and so the season when their Souls to be separated therefrom, should be committed to God's care; p-acp n1 pn22 vvb pn31 vbz d c-crq ng2 n2 vbr vvn, cc av dt n1 c-crq po32 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn av, vmd vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1; (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 315
524 as our Darling (as our Translation) or lovely Soul, when separate (as others) as Christ in David speaks, Ps. 22. And Peter had in his eye Christ's example, as our Darling (as our translation) or lovely Soul, when separate (as Others) as christ in David speaks, Ps. 22. And Peter had in his eye Christ's Exampl, c-acp po12 j-jn (p-acp po12 n1) cc j n1, c-crq j (c-acp ng2-jn) c-acp np1 p-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd np1 np1 vhd p-acp po31 n1 npg1 n1, (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 315
525 and pointed them thereunto, who at his death committed his separate Soul or Spirit into the hands of God, Luk. 23. 46. and the word commit is one and the same in both these places: and pointed them thereunto, who At his death committed his separate Soul or Spirit into the hands of God, Luk. 23. 46. and the word commit is one and the same in both these places: cc vvd pno32 av, r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vvn po31 j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 vvb vbz crd cc dt d p-acp d d n2: (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 315
526 onely there is this difference, that whereas Christ sayes, Father, I commit, Peter substitutes another title of God's (there being more than one Relation moving God, only there is this difference, that whereas christ Says, Father, I commit, Peter substitutes Another title of God's (there being more than one Relation moving God, av-j a-acp vbz d n1, cst cs np1 vvz, n1, pns11 vvb, np1 n2 j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 (pc-acp vbg av-dc cs crd n1 vvg np1, (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 316
527 and strengthening our Faith to this) even of faithful Creatour. And I understand not the first Creation onely or chiefly here meant by Peter; but the second Creation chiefly (which brings into repute and acceptation with God the first again together with its own) and so God is thereupon engaged to be faithful in his care and provision for such Souls, according to his promises: And faithfulness doth always respect and refer unto Promises; and strengthening our Faith to this) even of faithful Creator. And I understand not the First Creation only or chiefly Here meant by Peter; but the second Creation chiefly (which brings into repute and acceptation with God the First again together with its own) and so God is thereupon engaged to be faithful in his care and provision for such Souls, according to his promises: And faithfulness does always respect and refer unto Promises; cc vvg po12 n1 p-acp d) av pp-f j n1. cc pns11 vvb xx dt ord n1 av-j cc av-jn av vvd p-acp np1; p-acp dt ord n1 av-jn (r-crq vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 dt ord av av p-acp po31 d) cc av np1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2, vvg p-acp po31 n2: cc n1 vdz av vvi cc vvi p-acp vvz; (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 316
528 and my reason why thus I understand it, is, because I find God's faithfulnesse still annexed unto his calling of us, that is converting us which is all one with this new Creation: Faithful is he that hath called you, that is, made you new Creatures. 1 Cor. 1. 9. 1 Thes. 5. 24. And I find that David also urges it upon God as a motive, and my reason why thus I understand it, is, Because I find God's faithfulness still annexed unto his calling of us, that is converting us which is all one with this new Creation: Faithful is he that hath called you, that is, made you new Creatures. 1 Cor. 1. 9. 1 Thebes 5. 24. And I find that David also urges it upon God as a motive, cc po11 n1 c-crq av pns11 vvb pn31, vbz, c-acp pns11 vvb npg1 n1 av vvn p-acp po31 vvg pp-f pno12, cst vbz vvg pno12 r-crq vbz d pi p-acp d j n1: j vbz pns31 cst vhz vvn pn22, cst vbz, vvd pn22 j n2. crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd cc pns11 vvb d np1 av vvz pn31 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 316
529 as in other Psalms, So Ps. 138. 8. Forsake not the works of thine own hands, that is, this double workmanship of thine of the first, and then superadded unto that, of the second creation, which he urgeth thereby to move him to perfect the work begun, as in other Psalms, So Ps. 138. 8. Forsake not the works of thine own hands, that is, this double workmanship of thine of the First, and then superadded unto that, of the second creation, which he urges thereby to move him to perfect the work begun, c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, av np1 crd crd vvb xx dt n2 pp-f po21 d n2, cst vbz, d j-jn n1 pp-f png21 pp-f dt ord, cc av vvn p-acp cst, pp-f dt ord n1, r-crq pns31 vvz av pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp j dt n1 vvn, (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 316
530 and to be merciful unto him for ever, in the former part of that verse. and to be merciful unto him for ever, in the former part of that verse. cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno31 p-acp av, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (45) part (DIV2) 89 Page 316
531 3. God professeth himself the Father of Spirits; which relation, though it speaks his being the Creatour of them, at the first, 3. God Professes himself the Father of Spirits; which Relation, though it speaks his being the Creator of them, At the First, crd np1 vvz px31 dt n1 pp-f n2; r-crq n1, cs pn31 vvz po31 vbg dt n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp dt ord, (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 316
532 yet hath something more of bowels in it: yet hath something more of bowels in it: av vhz pi dc pp-f n2 p-acp pn31: (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 317
533 it sayes withal something further, when it falls out that such Spirits, as he is a Father unto by the first creation, are also the subjects of His eternal Love, by Grace and Election unto the Adoption of Children, as Eph. 1. 3, 4, 5. see the words. it Says withal something further, when it falls out that such Spirits, as he is a Father unto by the First creation, Are also the subject's of His Eternal Love, by Grace and Election unto the Adoption of Children, as Ephesians 1. 3, 4, 5. see the words. pn31 vvz av pi av-j, c-crq pn31 vvz av cst d n2, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp p-acp dt ord n1, vbr av dt n2-jn pp-f po31 j n1, p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp np1 crd crd, crd, crd vvb dt n2. (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 317
534 Which Love, having accordingly taken hold of their Souls by a work of Grace wrought upon them in this life, thereby owning them as his, in this case, that God that is a Father of their Spirits by the Law of the first creation, is in a more transcendent manner become the Father of the same Spirits by Grace, and the second Creation superadded: Which Love, having accordingly taken hold of their Souls by a work of Grace wrought upon them in this life, thereby owning them as his, in this case, that God that is a Father of their Spirits by the Law of the First creation, is in a more transcendent manner become the Father of the same Spirits by Grace, and the second Creation superadded: r-crq n1, vhg av-vvg vvn n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, av vvg pno32 c-acp png31, p-acp d n1, cst np1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, vbz p-acp dt av-dc j n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt d n2 p-acp n1, cc dt ord n1 vvd: (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 317
535 Hence it falls out, in a parallel way, that (as it was said) such Souls were become [ Spirit ] upon a double account, that is Spirits for the substance of their being, Hence it falls out, in a parallel Way, that (as it was said) such Souls were become [ Spirit ] upon a double account, that is Spirits for the substance of their being, av pn31 vvz av, p-acp dt n1 n1, cst (c-acp pn31 vbds vvn) d n2 vbdr vvn [ n1 ] p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst vbz n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 vbg, (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 317
536 and again Spirit, by being born again of the [ Spirit ] so answerably it is that God stands in relation unto them as a Father of their Spirits upon the like double respect. and again Spirit, by being born again of the [ Spirit ] so answerably it is that God Stands in Relation unto them as a Father of their Spirits upon the like double respect. cc av n1, p-acp vbg vvn av pp-f dt [ n1 ] av av-j pn31 vbz cst np1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp pno32 c-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt j j-jn n1. (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 317
537 And this is equitable upon a very great account; And this is equitable upon a very great account; cc d vbz j p-acp dt j j n1; (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 317
538 for his relation of Father is more eminent to his Grace by Election, and then again by the grace of his second Creation, for his Relation of Father is more eminent to his Grace by Election, and then again by the grace of his second Creation, p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-dc j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 ord n1, (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 317
539 than it could be any way supposed to be by the first Creation. than it could be any Way supposed to be by the First Creation. cs pn31 vmd vbi d n1 vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp dt ord n1. (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 317
540 And therefore is set and pitcht in like singularity and eminency upon the same object, that is, their Spirits. And Therefore is Set and pitched in like singularity and eminency upon the same Object, that is, their Spirits. cc av vbz vvn cc vvd p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt d n1, cst vbz, po32 n2. (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 318
541 And hence it may well, yea must be supposed and acknowledged, That if God did make such a Darling of the Soul, such an account of it by creation, And hence it may well, yea must be supposed and acknowledged, That if God did make such a Darling of the Soul, such an account of it by creation, cc av pn31 vmb av, uh vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, cst cs np1 vdd vvi d dt j-jn pp-f dt n1, d dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1, (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 318
542 as to entitle himself so specially the Father thereof, then certainly this love of Grace much more hath in like equipage taken up the same gracious special relation in its kind of Father thereunto: as to entitle himself so specially the Father thereof, then Certainly this love of Grace much more hath in like equipage taken up the same gracious special Relation in its kind of Father thereunto: c-acp pc-acp vvi px31 av av-j dt n1 av, av av-j d n1 pp-f vvb av-d n1 vhz p-acp j n1 vvn a-acp dt d j j n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 av: (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 318
543 not only because Nature shall never be found to exceed Grace in its favours; not only Because Nature shall never be found to exceed Grace in its favours; xx av-j c-acp n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n2; (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 318
544 but that indeed the motives are far greater, that God should extend the like and greater priviledges where he meant to love by Election and Choice, than he did where he loved only by a due and meet Law of Creation: So that when God shall profess himself a Father to their Spirits, speaking to such as are his Elect, he strongly insinuateth thereby, That he is by Grace likewise the Father of their Spirits in a peculiar manner. but that indeed the motives Are Far greater, that God should extend the like and greater privileges where he meant to love by Election and Choice, than he did where he loved only by a due and meet Law of Creation: So that when God shall profess himself a Father to their Spirits, speaking to such as Are his Elect, he strongly insinuates thereby, That he is by Grace likewise the Father of their Spirits in a peculiar manner. cc-acp cst av dt n2 vbr av-j jc, cst np1 vmd vvi dt j cc jc n2 c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, cs pns31 vdd c-crq pns31 vvd av-j p-acp dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f n1: av cst c-crq np1 vmb vvi px31 dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, vvg p-acp d c-acp vbr po31 n1, pns31 av-j vvz av, cst pns31 vbz p-acp n1 av dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1. (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 318
545 And truly that speech of our Saviour at his death confirms it, Father, into thy hands I commit my Spirit: And truly that speech of our Saviour At his death confirms it, Father, into thy hands I commit my Spirit: cc av-j d n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz pn31, n1, p-acp po21 n2 pns11 vvb po11 n1: (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 318
546 It was not barely as a Father of his Spirit by creation (as you all know) but by everlasting Love, It was not barely as a Father of his Spirit by creation (as you all know) but by everlasting Love, pn31 vbds xx av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1 (c-acp pn22 d vvb) cc-acp p-acp j n1, (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 318
547 and so in that respect also in a peculiar manner the Father of his Spirit; and therefore as to a Father he commends his separate Spirit unto him. and so in that respect also in a peculiar manner the Father of his Spirit; and Therefore as to a Father he commends his separate Spirit unto him. cc av p-acp d n1 av p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; cc av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz po31 vvi n1 p-acp pno31. (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 318
548 And this he did, although he was to rise again in less than three whole dayes space. And this he did, although he was to rise again in less than three Whole days Molle. cc d pns31 vdd, cs pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi av p-acp dc cs crd j-jn n2 n1. (45) part (DIV2) 90 Page 319
549 Now we read Heb. 12. 12. the Apostle to hold forth this very relation of God's being a Father of Spirits, with this promise thereunto annexed, That they should live: which relation of Father, &c. although it be there explicitely spoken in respect of their first Creation (which is common unto the Saints with others) yet being uttered of and unto Men in the state of Grace (as those were supposed whom he there exhorteth, Now we read Hebrew 12. 12. the Apostle to hold forth this very Relation of God's being a Father of Spirits, with this promise thereunto annexed, That they should live: which Relation of Father, etc. although it be there explicitly spoken in respect of their First Creation (which is Common unto the Saints with Others) yet being uttered of and unto Men in the state of Grace (as those were supposed whom he there exhorteth, av pns12 vvb np1 crd crd dt n1 pc-acp vvi av d j n1 pp-f npg1 vbg dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp d n1 av vvn, cst pns32 vmd vvi: r-crq n1 pp-f n1, av cs pn31 vbb a-acp av-j vvn p-acp n1 pp-f po32 ord n1 (r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n2 p-acp ng2-jn) av vbg vvn pp-f cc p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp d vbdr vvn r-crq pns31 a-acp vvz, (45) part (DIV2) 91 Page 319
550 and that to move them to be subject unto him as such, with promise, that they should live) it evidently respecteth not meerly the relation of Father in respect of what was past the act of creating them, and that to move them to be Subject unto him as such, with promise, that they should live) it evidently respecteth not merely the Relation of Father in respect of what was passed the act of creating them, cc cst pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno31 p-acp d, p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi) pn31 av-j vvz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pno32, (45) part (DIV2) 91 Page 319
551 but it looketh to the future, That they depended upon him (as Children do upon Fathers for their future livelihood, but it looks to the future, That they depended upon him (as Children do upon Father's for their future livelihood, cc-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn, cst pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 (c-acp n2 vdb p-acp n2 p-acp po32 j-jn n1, (45) part (DIV2) 91 Page 319
552 so these) for to live in him and with him as a Father to their Spirits by Grace. so these) for to live in him and with him as a Father to their Spirits by Grace. av d) p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cc p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1. (45) part (DIV2) 91 Page 319
553 For I take hold of that Word [ and live ]; this Life is well interpreted by ver. 14. They shall see God, that is, be glorified, For I take hold of that Word [ and live ]; this Life is well interpreted by for. 14. They shall see God, that is, be glorified, p-acp pns11 vvb vvi pp-f d n1 [ cc vvi ]; d n1 vbz av vvn p-acp p-acp. crd pns32 vmb vvi np1, cst vbz, vbb vvn, (45) part (DIV2) 91 Page 319
554 and so I conclude all thus, That if he would have them be subject unto God in holiness, and so I conclude all thus, That if he would have them be Subject unto God in holiness, cc av pns11 vvb d av, cst cs pns31 vmd vhi pno32 vbi j-jn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, (45) part (DIV2) 91 Page 319
555 as upon that relation, as unto the Father of Spirits, with this promise, That they should live; then surely one special aim of the Promise is answerable, and hath this Eye, That God as a Father of their Spirits will therefore take care of their Spirits singly, as upon that Relation, as unto the Father of Spirits, with this promise, That they should live; then surely one special aim of the Promise is answerable, and hath this Eye, That God as a Father of their Spirits will Therefore take care of their Spirits singly, c-acp p-acp d n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi; av av-j crd j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j, cc vhz d n1, cst np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vmb av vvi n1 pp-f po32 n2 av-j, (45) part (DIV2) 91 Page 320
556 and so when separate, that they shall live. and so when separate, that they shall live. cc av c-crq vvi, cst pns32 vmb vvi. (45) part (DIV2) 91 Page 320
557 And that accordingly he will give demonstration of this special relation born to their Spirits (when the occasion shall be) considered apart in bestowing this Life on them: And that accordingly he will give demonstration of this special Relation born to their Spirits (when the occasion shall be) considered apart in bestowing this Life on them: cc cst av-vvg pns31 vmb vvi n1 pp-f d j n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2 (c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi) vvd av p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp pno32: (45) part (DIV2) 91 Page 320
558 and truly when is it more proper for him to shew himself as a Father, than when their Souls after their subjection to him in Holiness here accomplished; and truly when is it more proper for him to show himself as a Father, than when their Souls After their subjection to him in Holiness Here accomplished; cc av-j c-crq vbz pn31 av-dc j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, cs c-crq po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 av vvn; (45) part (DIV2) 91 Page 320
559 and when that, as naked Spirits they come to stand in need, and stand afore him in his Presence, being now turned out of house and home, and when that, as naked Spirits they come to stand in need, and stand afore him in his Presence, being now turned out of house and home, cc c-crq d, c-acp j n2 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, vbg av vvn av pp-f n1 cc av-an, (45) part (DIV2) 91 Page 320
560 and quite cashered out of this World, and come stript and naked of all but Holiness unto their Father (for it is said, They return to God that gave them) who proves to be their Father by Grace. and quite Cashiered out of this World, and come stripped and naked of all but Holiness unto their Father (for it is said, They return to God that gave them) who Proves to be their Father by Grace. cc av vvn av pp-f d n1, cc vvb vvn cc j pp-f d p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 (c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pns32 vvb p-acp np1 cst vvd pno32) r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi po32 n1 p-acp n1. (45) part (DIV2) 91 Page 320
561 And doubt not of it but he will certainly then own them, and give them a Father's Blessing, And doubt not of it but he will Certainly then own them, and give them a Father's Blessing, cc vvb xx pp-f pn31 p-acp pns31 vmb av-j av d pno32, cc vvi pno32 dt ng1 n1, (45) part (DIV2) 91 Page 320
562 and not reject them as if they were but Bastards and no Children (as that Chapter to the Hebrews speaks) but as Spirits, who as Sons have served him, and been subject to him. and not reject them as if they were but Bastards and no Children (as that Chapter to the Hebrews speaks) but as Spirits, who as Sons have served him, and been Subject to him. cc xx vvi pno32 c-acp cs pns32 vbdr cc-acp n2 cc dx n2 (c-acp d n1 p-acp dt np1 vvz) cc-acp c-acp n2, r-crq p-acp n2 vhb vvn pno31, cc vbi j-jn p-acp pno31. (45) part (DIV2) 91 Page 320
563 Add to this, Fourthly, God his being our God, which is more home to the Demonstration of this Point than all the former. Add to this, Fourthly, God his being our God, which is more home to the Demonstration of this Point than all the former. vvb p-acp d, ord, np1 po31 vbg po12 n1, r-crq vbz av-dc av-an p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cs d dt j. (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 320
564 The Text says, He that wrought us for this, is God. I add, he is your God. The Text Says, He that wrought us for this, is God. I add, he is your God. dt n1 vvz, pns31 cst vvd pno12 p-acp d, vbz np1. pns11 vvb, pns31 vbz po22 n1. (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 321
565 And this alone, if we will take the Scriptures verdict, will carry it, and loe, And this alone, if we will take the Scriptures verdict, will carry it, and lo, cc d av-j, cs pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 n1, vmb vvi pn31, cc uh, (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 321
566 as he is styled The Father of Spirits in common, and yet withal a Father of their Spirits, out of special Love: as he is styled The Father of Spirits in Common, and yet withal a Father of their Spirits, out of special Love: c-acp pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp j, cc av av dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, av pp-f j n1: (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 321
567 So in like manner, he is styled both The God of the Spirits of all Flesh, (that is, of Man, Job 12. 20.) thus in common; So in like manner, he is styled both The God of the Spirits of all Flesh, (that is, of Man, Job 12. 20.) thus in Common; av p-acp j n1, pns31 vbz vvn d dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, (cst vbz, pp-f n1, np1 crd crd) av p-acp j; (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 321
568 and also to his Elect, I am your God by Grace. and also to his Elect, I am your God by Grace. cc av p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vbm po22 n1 p-acp n1. (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 321
569 And these two Relations, God and Father, are commensurate, and exactly parallel, whether they be applied unto all Men in common, And these two Relations, God and Father, Are commensurate, and exactly parallel, whither they be applied unto all Men in Common, cc d crd n2, np1 cc n1, vbr j, cc av-j vvi, cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp j, (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 321
570 or to the Elect in special, he is termed, The God of the Spirits, and likewise, The Father of the Spirits of all Men: or to the Elect in special, he is termed, The God of the Spirits, and likewise, The Father of the Spirits of all Men: cc p-acp dt j-vvn p-acp j, pns31 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc av, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n2: (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 321
571 So in common, answerably he is your God, and your Father, by special Grace to his Elect; So in Common, answerably he is your God, and your Father, by special Grace to his Elect; av p-acp j, av-j pns31 vbz po22 n1, cc po22 n1, p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n1; (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 321
572 both which in this latter respect you find yoked hand in hand, Joh. 20. 17. Look how far he is a God of the one, both which in this latter respect you find yoked hand in hand, John 20. 17. Look how Far he is a God of the one, d r-crq p-acp d d n1 pn22 vvb vvn n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd n1 c-crq av-j pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt crd, (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 321
573 so far a Father also extendeth in the other: so Far a Father also extendeth in the other: av av-j dt n1 av vvz p-acp dt n-jn: (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 321
574 And look how far that he is our God, so far reacheth also that he is our Father. And look how Far that he is our God, so Far reaches also that he is our Father. cc vvb c-crq av-j cst pns31 vbz po12 n1, av av-j vvz av cst pns31 vbz po12 n1. (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 321
575 If therefore the God of our Spirits, to provide for them because he is our God, If Therefore the God of our Spirits, to provide for them Because he is our God, cs av dt np1 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 c-acp pns31 vbz po12 n1, (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 321
576 then answerably the Father of our Spirits in the like peculiarness, because our Father. then answerably the Father of our Spirits in the like peculiarness, Because our Father. av av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp po12 n1. (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 321
577 And so the proof of this fourth Particular, will add further strength and confirmation to that we presented in the former. And so the proof of this fourth Particular, will add further strength and confirmation to that we presented in the former. cc av dt n1 pp-f d ord j, vmb vvi jc n1 cc n1 p-acp cst pns12 vvd p-acp dt j. (45) part (DIV2) 92 Page 322
578 Now that his being our God (which is the substance of the Covenant of Grace) doth engage him to provide Glory for separate Souls, That one instance of Abraham (The Father of the faithful, and we all his Sons personated in him) is a sufficient evidence, God did profess himself The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, and unto Abraham, Gen. 15. 1. personally, I am thy abundant Reward, (which respected the Life to come) and his Friend, 2 Chron. 20. 7. Now that his being our God (which is the substance of the Covenant of Grace) does engage him to provide Glory for separate Souls, That one instance of Abraham (The Father of the faithful, and we all his Sons personated in him) is a sufficient evidence, God did profess himself The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, and unto Abraham, Gen. 15. 1. personally, I am thy abundant Reward, (which respected the Life to come) and his Friend, 2 Chronicles 20. 7. av cst po31 n1 po12 n1 (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1) vdz vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp j n2, cst pi n1 pp-f np1 (dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc pns12 d po31 n2 vvn p-acp pno31) vbz dt j n1, np1 vdd vvi px31 dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 cc np1, cc p-acp np1, np1 crd crd av-j, pns11 vbm po21 j n1, (r-crq vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi) cc po31 n1, crd np1 crd crd (45) part (DIV2) 93 Page 322
579 Now the Scriptures of the New Testament do improve this relation of God's unto us, unto two Inferences drawn from Abraham 's Instance: Now the Scriptures of the New Testament do improve this Relation of God's unto us, unto two Inferences drawn from Abraham is Instance: av dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 vdb vvi d n1 pp-f npg1 p-acp pno12, p-acp crd n2 vvn p-acp np1 vbz n1: (45) part (DIV2) 94 Page 322
580 whereof the one is the point afore us. whereof the one is the point afore us. c-crq dt pi vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12. (45) part (DIV2) 94 Page 322
581 The first is Christ's Inference from thence, That therefore Abraham 's Soul lives, and Abraham both Soul and Body shall rise again, The First is Christ's Inference from thence, That Therefore Abraham is Soul lives, and Abraham both Soul and Body shall rise again, dt ord vbz npg1 n1 p-acp av, cst av np1 vbz n1 vvz, cc np1 d n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av, (45) part (DIV2) 95 Page 322
582 for God is not the God of the dead, but of the living, Matth. 22. 31. Thus Christ. for God is not the God of the dead, but of the living, Matthew 22. 31. Thus christ. c-acp np1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc-acp pp-f dt j-vvg, np1 crd crd av np1. (45) part (DIV2) 95 Page 322
583 2. Paul 's Collection from the same Promise, is, That God had provided in the mean time for Abraham 's Soul afore the Resurrection, a City, and an House therein for him. Thus Heb. 11. 16. But now they desire a better Country, that is, an heavenly: 2. Paul is Collection from the same Promise, is, That God had provided in the mean time for Abraham is Soul afore the Resurrection, a city, and an House therein for him. Thus Hebrew 11. 16. But now they desire a better Country, that is, an heavenly: crd np1 vbz n1 p-acp dt d vvb, vbz, cst np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1 vbz n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1 av p-acp pno31. av np1 crd crd p-acp av pns32 vvb dt jc n1, cst vbz, dt j: (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 322
584 wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for he hath prepared for them a City. Wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for he hath prepared for them a city. c-crq np1 vbz xx j pc-acp vbi vvn po32 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 dt n1. (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 323
585 To give light to this, Paul had represented the Story and Case of Abraham, and the rest of the Patriarchs, in the verses afore, to have been this; To give Light to this, Paul had represented the Story and Case of Abraham, and the rest of the Patriarchs, in the Verses afore, to have been this; pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d, np1 vhd vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt n2 a-acp, pc-acp vhi vbn d; (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 323
586 That God had indeed promised the Land of Canaan to him and them, ver. 8, 9. whereupon, ver. 13. it is said, That these all died in Faith, not having received the Promises, being Strangers in the Land; That God had indeed promised the Land of Canaan to him and them, ver. 8, 9. whereupon, ver. 13. it is said, That these all died in Faith, not having received the Promises, being Strangers in the Land; cst np1 vhd av vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 cc pno32, fw-la. crd, crd r-crq, fw-la. crd pn31 vbz vvn, cst d d vvn p-acp n1, xx vhg vvn dt vvz, vbg n2 p-acp dt n1; (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 323
587 yea, not having a foot of Land in the Land of Promise, as Stephen speaks, Acts 7. 5, 6, 7. And also Paul, in the 9th verse of this Heb. 11. Now then, yea, not having a foot of Land in the Land of Promise, as Stephen speaks, Acts 7. 5, 6, 7. And also Paul, in the 9th verse of this Hebrew 11. Now then, uh, xx vhg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp np1 vvz, n2 crd crd, crd, crd cc av np1, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d np1 crd av av, (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 323
588 when they died, what was it their Faith expected in stead thereof? The 10th verse tells us, He looked for a City whose Maker and Builder is God. From which compared, observe; when they died, what was it their Faith expected in stead thereof? The 10th verse tells us, He looked for a city whose Maker and Builder is God. From which compared, observe; c-crq pns32 vvd, r-crq vbds pn31 po32 n1 vvn p-acp n1 av? dt ord n1 vvz pno12, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 rg-crq n1 cc n1 vbz np1. p-acp r-crq vvn, vvb; (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 323
589 That when he died, his Faith was thus pitch'd to look for this City, in stead of that Land of Canaan promised. That when he died, his Faith was thus pitched to look for this city, in stead of that Land of Canaan promised. cst c-crq pns31 vvd, po31 n1 vbds av vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 vvn. (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 323
590 This was the expectation of their Faith on their part. This was the expectation of their Faith on their part. d vbds dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1. (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 323
591 Well, but how doth it appear, that this flow'd from God's having professed himself to be the God of Abraham, &c. his Reward, Well, but how does it appear, that this flowed from God's having professed himself to be the God of Abraham, etc. his Reward, uh-av, cc-acp q-crq vdz pn31 vvi, cst d vvd p-acp npg1 vhg vvn px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, av po31 n1, (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 323
592 and his Friend? You have this clear in the 16th verse, where you have the whole summ'd up as the Conclusion of the Story, and his Friend? You have this clear in the 16th verse, where you have the Whole summed up as the Conclusion of the Story, cc po31 n1? pn22 vhb d j p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq pn22 vhb dt j-jn vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 323
593 and as the proof and ground hereof; but now they desire a better Countrey, that is, an heavenly: and as the proof and ground hereof; but now they desire a better Country, that is, an heavenly: cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 av; cc-acp av pns32 vvb dt jc n1, cst vbz, dt j: (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 323
594 there is their faith and expectation when they should come to die. there is their faith and expectation when they should come to die. a-acp vbz po32 n1 cc n1 c-crq pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi. (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 324
595 Then it follows, Wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for he hath prepared for them a City; Then it follows, Wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for he hath prepared for them a city; cs pn31 vvz, c-crq np1 vbz xx j pc-acp vbi vvn po32 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 dt n1; (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 324
596 which spoken in full answer to that their expectation at their deaths, to shew, that God in professing himself to be their God, he had thereby engaged himself according to his own intent in that promise, to make this provision for them at their death: which spoken in full answer to that their expectation At their death's, to show, that God in professing himself to be their God, he had thereby engaged himself according to his own intent in that promise, to make this provision for them At their death: r-crq vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp d po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi, cst np1 p-acp vvg px31 pc-acp vbi po32 n1, pns31 vhd av vvn px31 p-acp p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1: (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 324
597 The words are express, Wherefore God is not ashamed; The words Are express, Wherefore God is not ashamed; dt n2 vbr j, c-crq np1 vbz xx j; (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 324
598 what should this mean in this Coherence, but that his declaring himself to be their God, did import and carry this with it, That he had provided this Estate for them at their death, what should this mean in this Coherence, but that his declaring himself to be their God, did import and carry this with it, That he had provided this Estate for them At their death, r-crq vmd d vvi p-acp d n1, cc-acp cst po31 vvg px31 pc-acp vbi po32 n1, vdd vvi cc vvi d p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vhd vvn d n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1, (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 324
599 even an heavenly; and, that otherwise (as the Apostle glosseth upon it) he had not come up unto the amplitude of, even an heavenly; and, that otherwise (as the Apostle Glosseth upon it) he had not come up unto the amplitude of, av dt j; cc, cst av (c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31) pns31 vhd xx vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f, (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 324
600 nor filled full this covenanted Engagement and Profession of His being their God. Will you have it in plain English (as we speak;) if he had not made this provision for their Souls, he would have been ashamed to have been called their God: thus deeply doth this oblige him, That he is our God and Father, which is the point in hand. nor filled full this covenanted Engagement and Profession of His being their God. Will you have it in plain English (as we speak;) if he had not made this provision for their Souls, he would have been ashamed to have been called their God: thus deeply does this oblige him, That he is our God and Father, which is the point in hand. ccx vvd av-j d vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 vbg po32 n1. vmb pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp j jp (c-acp pns12 vvb;) cs pns31 vhd xx vvn d n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns31 vmd vhi vbn j pc-acp vhi vbn vvn po32 n1: av av-jn vdz d vvi pno31, cst pns31 vbz po12 n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp n1. (45) part (DIV2) 96 Page 324
601 And judge of this in the light of all that Reason we have hitherto carried along; And judge of this in the Light of all that Reason we have hitherto carried along; cc n1 pp-f d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst n1 pns12 vhb av vvn a-acp; (45) part (DIV2) 97 Page 324
602 and again, let this inference of the Apostle mutually serve to confirm us in all that Reason. For poor Abraham to be driven out of his own Country by God, who called him to his foot, and said no more, and again, let this Inference of the Apostle mutually serve to confirm us in all that Reason. For poor Abraham to be driven out of his own Country by God, who called him to his foot, and said no more, cc av, vvb d n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d cst n1. p-acp j np1 pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd av-dx av-dc, (45) part (DIV2) 97 Page 325
603 but as a Master to his Servant, Take your Cloke, and follow me (who must presently, without more ado, trig and foot it after his Master) as Isa. 41. 2. and then to live a stranger in the Land of Promise, upon the faith, that God would be his God: which faith in him, was also to cease when he came to die. but as a Master to his Servant, Take your Cloak, and follow me (who must presently, without more ado, trig and foot it After his Master) as Isaiah 41. 2. and then to live a stranger in the Land of Promise, upon the faith, that God would be his God: which faith in him, was also to cease when he Come to die. cc-acp c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvb po22 n1, cc vvb pno11 (r-crq vmb av-j, p-acp dc n1, zz cc n1 pn31 p-acp po31 n1) c-acp np1 crd crd cc av pc-acp vvi dt jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vmd vbi po31 n1: r-crq n1 p-acp pno31, vbds av pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi. (45) part (DIV2) 97 Page 325
604 If this God in this case should not have taken care to answer his faith in some greater way, in stead of the possession of Canaan; and that after, upon his being turned out of that Country too, which he sojourned in during this life, If this God in this case should not have taken care to answer his faith in Some greater Way, in stead of the possession of Canaan; and that After, upon his being turned out of that Country too, which he sojourned in during this life, cs d n1 p-acp d n1 vmd xx vhi vvn n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d jc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; cc cst a-acp, p-acp po31 vbg vvn av pp-f d n1 av, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp p-acp d n1, (45) part (DIV2) 97 Page 325
605 if God had not provided another House, or Country, or City for his Soul, that was to live, to bring it into, if God had not provided Another House, or Country, or city for his Soul, that was to live, to bring it into, cs np1 vhd xx vvn j-jn n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst vbds pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp, (45) part (DIV2) 97 Page 325
606 when it should be deprived of all in this World; when it should be deprived of all in this World; c-crq pn31 vmd vbi vvn pp-f d p-acp d n1; (45) part (DIV2) 97 Page 325
607 The Apostle tell us, God (in this case) would have been ashamed to have been called his God: which now, having provided so abundantly for him upon dying, there is superabundant cause to say, God is not ashamed; for that is a diminutive imploying, That he infinitely exceedeth that their expectation could be supposed to be. The Apostle tell us, God (in this case) would have been ashamed to have been called his God: which now, having provided so abundantly for him upon dying, there is superabundant cause to say, God is not ashamed; for that is a diminutive employing, That he infinitely exceeds that their expectation could be supposed to be. dt n1 vvb pno12, np1 (p-acp d n1) vmd vhi vbn j pc-acp vhi vbn vvn po31 n1: r-crq av, vhg vvn av av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp vvg, pc-acp vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi, np1 vbz xx j; p-acp d vbz dt j vvg, cst pns31 av-j vvz d po32 n1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi. (45) part (DIV2) 97 Page 325
608 Let us but view the force of this inference of the Apostle's (and so of all the reasonings hitherto read) But according to man, Let us but view the force of this Inference of the Apostle's (and so of all the reasonings hitherto read) But according to man, vvb pno12 p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt ng1 (cc av pp-f d dt n2-vvg av vvi) cc-acp vvg p-acp n1, (45) part (DIV2) 98 Page 326
609 or what is found amongst men, (and God will be sure infinitely to surpass men in his ways of favour.) Take an ordinary friend, or what is found among men, (and God will be sure infinitely to surpass men in his ways of favour.) Take an ordinary friend, cc r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n2, (cc np1 vmb vbi j av-j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1.) vvb dt j n1, (45) part (DIV2) 98 Page 326
610 if his freind be turn'd out of house and home, plundred, banished, driven out of all, if his friend be turned out of house and home, plundered, banished, driven out of all, cs po31 n1 vbi vvn av pp-f n1 cc av-an, vvn, vvn, vvn av pp-f d, (45) part (DIV2) 98 Page 326
611 as the Steward in that parable, Luk. 16. was, and comes to his Friend at midnight, as in that other Parable, Luk. 11. 5, 6. will not his friends entertain him into their houses; as the Steward in that parable, Luk. 16. was, and comes to his Friend At midnight, as in that other Parable, Luk. 11. 5, 6. will not his Friends entertain him into their houses; c-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd vbds, cc vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, a-acp p-acp d j-jn n1, np1 crd crd, crd vmb xx po31 n2 vvi pno31 p-acp po32 n2; (45) part (DIV2) 98 Page 326
612 as ver. 9, of Luk. 16. yea, and rise at midnight to do it, as ver. 5, 6. in that Parable of Luk. 11. Shall profession of friendship engage and oblige men to do this, as for. 9, of Luk. 16. yea, and rise At midnight to do it, as for. 5, 6. in that Parable of Luk. 11. Shall profession of friendship engage and oblige men to do this, c-acp p-acp. crd, pp-f np1 crd uh, cc vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, c-acp p-acp. crd, crd p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 crd vmb n1 pp-f n1 vvi cc vvi n2 pc-acp vdi d, (45) part (DIV2) 98 Page 326
613 and shall not God's professing himself to be our God, Father, Friend, engage his heart much more? Nay, will he not so entertain them, and shall not God's professing himself to be our God, Father, Friend, engage his heart much more? Nay, will he not so entertain them, cc vmb xx npg1 vvg px31 pc-acp vbi po12 n1, n1, n1, vvb po31 n1 av-d av-dc? uh-x, vmb pns31 xx av vvi pno32, (45) part (DIV2) 98 Page 326
614 as shall exceed all wonderment? What need I say more than this? Wherefore He is not ashamed to be called their God: as shall exceed all wonderment? What need I say more than this? Wherefore He is not ashamed to be called their God: c-acp vmb vvi d n1? q-crq vvb pns11 vvb dc cs d? q-crq pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vbi vvn po32 n1: (45) part (DIV2) 98 Page 326
615 He will therefore give you an entertainment that shall be worthy of his being your God. He will Therefore give you an entertainment that shall be worthy of his being your God. pns31 vmb av vvi pn22 dt n1 cst vmb vbi j pp-f po31 vbg po22 n1. (45) part (DIV2) 98 Page 326
616 The fifth and last Consideration is, That these separate Souls having done and finish'd all their work, that in order to Glory God hath appointed them for ever to do, they now at death appear afore him as a Judge and Rewarder. And that is the fifth Relation moving God to bestow at this season such a Glory on them. The fifth and last Consideration is, That these separate Souls having done and finished all their work, that in order to Glory God hath appointed them for ever to do, they now At death appear afore him as a Judge and Rewarder. And that is the fifth Relation moving God to bestow At this season such a Glory on them. dt ord cc ord n1 vbz, cst d j n2 vhg vdn cc vvd d po32 n1, cst p-acp n1 p-acp n1 np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp av pc-acp vdi, pns32 av p-acp n1 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1. cc d vbz dt ord n1 vvg np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 d dt n1 p-acp pno32. (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 327
617 How that then the Soul returns to God, you have heard again and again out of Eccl. 12. 7. and that it is upon the account of his being the Judge thereof at the end of their work in this life. How that then the Soul returns to God, you have herd again and again out of Ecclesiastes 12. 7. and that it is upon the account of his being the Judge thereof At the end of their work in this life. np1 cst av dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, pn22 vhb vvn av cc av av pp-f np1 crd crd cc d pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vbg dt vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d n1. (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 327
618 The Chaldee Paraphrase hath long since glossed upon it, It returns to God, that it may stand in Judgment afore him. The Chaldee paraphrase hath long since glossed upon it, It returns to God, that it may stand in Judgement afore him. dt np1 n1 vhz av-j a-acp vvn p-acp pn31, pn31 vvz p-acp np1, cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 327
619 In this life it came unto God by Faith, as the Apostle speaks, believing that God is, and that he is a Rewarder of them that diligently seek him; and now at the end of its Faith, it comes unto God for the Reward of its Faith, In this life it Come unto God by Faith, as the Apostle speaks, believing that God is, and that he is a Rewarder of them that diligently seek him; and now At the end of its Faith, it comes unto God for the Reward of its Faith, p-acp d n1 pn31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, vvg cst np1 vbz, cc cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst av-j vvb pno31; cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pn31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f po31 n1, (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 327
620 as some interpret that 1 Pet. 1. 9. (which we so largely have insisted on.) This is certain, That in that Promise to Abraham, to be his God, he intended and included, his being to him an exceeding great Reward. And so we come to connect this fifth Head with the foregoing. as Some interpret that 1 Pet. 1. 9. (which we so largely have insisted on.) This is certain, That in that Promise to Abraham, to be his God, he intended and included, his being to him an exceeding great Reward. And so we come to connect this fifth Head with the foregoing. c-acp d vvb cst crd np1 crd crd (r-crq pns12 av av-j vhb vvd a-acp.) d vbz j, cst p-acp cst vvb p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi po31 n1, pns31 vvd cc vvd, po31 vbg p-acp pno31 dt j-vvg j n1. cc av pns12 vvb p-acp vvn d ord n1 p-acp dt vvg. (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 327
621 And therefore if the being his God, moved him to prepare that City against his death (as hath been said;) then surely his being his Reward, doth also then take place. And Therefore if the being his God, moved him to prepare that city against his death (as hath been said;) then surely his being his Reward, does also then take place. cc av cs dt vbg po31 n1, vvd pno31 p-acp vvb d n1 p-acp po31 n1 (c-acp vhz vbn vvn;) av av-j po31 n1 po31 n1, vdz av av vvi n1. (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 327
622 I shall not omit it, because it falls in the next Chapter, Heb. 12. 23. that in that stupendious Assembly of Heaven, God the Judge of all is mentioned between the Church of the first-born which are written in Heaven; this afore: I shall not omit it, Because it falls in the next Chapter, Hebrew 12. 23. that in that stupendious Assembly of Heaven, God the Judge of all is mentioned between the Church of the firstborn which Are written in Heaven; this afore: pns11 vmb xx vvi pn31, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, np1 crd crd d p-acp cst j n1 pp-f n1, np1 dt n1 pp-f d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1; d a-acp: (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 328
623 and the Spirits of justified Men made perfect; this after it: and the Spirits of justified Men made perfect; this After it: cc dt n2 pp-f vvn n2 vvd j; d p-acp pn31: (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 328
624 For there are none of these First-born, or the Spirits of just Men, do come to sit down there, For there Are none of these Firstborn, or the Spirits of just Men, do come to fit down there, c-acp a-acp vbr pix pp-f d j, cc dt n2 pp-f j n2, vdb vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp a-acp, (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 328
625 but they pass the award of this Judge first, for they sit down by him; but they pass the award of this Judge First, for they fit down by him; cc-acp pns32 vvb dt vvb pp-f d vvb ord, c-acp pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp pno31; (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 328
626 and surely, having done all their Work in the time of that day is allotted to each man to work in, it is a righteous thing with God to give them a Reward in the evening of this day, (which is Christ's time set for rewarding, and surely, having done all their Work in the time of that day is allotted to each man to work in, it is a righteous thing with God to give them a Reward in the evening of this day, (which is Christ's time Set for rewarding, cc av-j, vhg vdn d po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 dt vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (r-crq vbz npg1 n1 vvn p-acp vvg, (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 328
627 and it is the twelfth and last hour succeeding the eleventh of the day, Matth. 20. 6, & 9. compared) which is when the night of death comes. and it is the twelfth and last hour succeeding the eleventh of the day, Matthew 20. 6, & 9. compared) which is when the night of death comes. cc pn31 vbz dt ord cc ord n1 vvg dt ord pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd, cc crd vvn) r-crq vbz c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz. (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 328
628 Now there is a Law given by God, that the wages to a man hired should be given him (by him that set him awork) in his day, that is, says the Septuagint, the very same day, so as his Work, or the wages of his Work, abide not with thee all the night until the morning, says God, Deut. 24. 15. Did God take care for hirelings, Now there is a Law given by God, that the wages to a man hired should be given him (by him that Set him awork) in his day, that is, Says the septuagint, the very same day, so as his Work, or the wages of his Work, abide not with thee all the night until the morning, Says God, Deuteronomy 24. 15. Did God take care for hirelings, av a-acp vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, cst dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vvn vmd vbi vvn pno31 (p-acp pno31 cst vvd pno31 av) p-acp po31 n1, cst vbz, vvz dt n1, dt av d n1, av p-acp po31 vvi, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvb xx p-acp pno21 d dt n1 c-acp dt n1, vvz np1, np1 crd crd vdd np1 vvi n1 p-acp n2, (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 328
629 when their Work was done not to stay any space of time, no not a night, when their Work was done not to stay any Molle of time, no not a night, c-crq po32 n1 vbds vdn xx pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1, uh-dx xx dt n1, (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 328
630 and doth he not fulfil this himself unto his Sons that serve him? Surely yes: and does he not fulfil this himself unto his Sons that serve him? Surely yes: cc vdz pns31 xx vvi d n1 p-acp po31 n2 cst vvb pno31? np1 uh: (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 328
631 he defers not, nor puts them off to the morning of the Resurrection, as the Psalmist elegantly calls it, Psal. 17. last. he defers not, nor puts them off to the morning of the Resurrection, as the Psalmist elegantly calls it, Psalm 17. last. pns31 vvz xx, ccx vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt n1 av-j vvz pn31, np1 crd n1. (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 329
632 It abides not with him all that dark and longsome night, or space after death, in which their bodies rest in the grave, which is termed Man's long home: and, The days of darkness are many (says Solomon) No, he rewards them in the evening of the day, besides what he will add to it in the morning. It abides not with him all that dark and longsome night, or Molle After death, in which their bodies rest in the grave, which is termed Man's long home: and, The days of darkness Are many (Says Solomon) No, he rewards them in the evening of the day, beside what he will add to it in the morning. pn31 vvz xx p-acp pno31 d d j cc j n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq po32 n2 vvi p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn ng1 vvb av-an: cc, dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr d (vvz np1) dx, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1. (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 329
633 It is observable, that Rev. 6. 9, 10. concerning the separate Souls slain for Christ, that whilst they cry for Justice on their enemies only, And when he had opened the fifth Seal, I saw under the Altar the Souls of them that were slain for the Word of God, It is observable, that Rev. 6. 9, 10. Concerning the separate Souls slave for christ, that while they cry for justice on their enemies only, And when he had opened the fifth Seal, I saw under the Altar the Souls of them that were slave for the Word of God, pn31 vbz j, cst n1 crd crd, crd vvg dt j n2 vvn p-acp np1, cst cs pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2 av-j, cc c-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt ord n1, pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 dt n2 pp-f pno32 cst vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 329
634 and for the Testimony which they held, and they cryed with a loud voice, saying, and for the Testimony which they held, and they cried with a loud voice, saying, cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvd, cc pns32 vvd p-acp dt j n1, vvg, (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 329
635 How long, O Lord, holy and true, dost thou not judge and avenge our blood on them that dwell on the Earth? that they had white robes given them to quiet them in the mean time; How long, Oh Lord, holy and true, dost thou not judge and avenge our blood on them that dwell on the Earth? that they had white robes given them to quiet them in the mean time; c-crq av-j, uh n1, j cc j, vd2 pns21 xx vvi cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1? cst pns32 vhd j-jn n2 vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1; (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 329
636 ver. 11. And white Robes were given unto every one of them, and it was said unto them, that they should rest yet for a little season; for. 11. And white Robes were given unto every one of them, and it was said unto them, that they should rest yet for a little season; p-acp. crd cc j-jn n2 vbdr vvn p-acp d crd pp-f pno32, cc pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmd vvi av p-acp dt j n1; (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 329
637 till they heard that vengeance also was executed on that Roman Empire for their blood shed. till they herd that vengeance also was executed on that Roman Empire for their blood shed. c-acp pns32 vvd cst n1 av vbds vvn p-acp d njp n1 p-acp po32 n1 vvi. (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 329
638 And thus to deal is a righteous thing with God. And thus to deal is a righteous thing with God. cc av pc-acp vvi vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1. (45) part (DIV2) 99 Page 329
639 Thus you have seen the Point confirmed from all sorts of relations that God bears unto us, by congruous Reasons, that so it becometh God, the great God to do — He that hath wrought us for this thing, is God. Thus you have seen the Point confirmed from all sorts of relations that God bears unto us, by congruous Reasons, that so it Becometh God, the great God to do — He that hath wrought us for this thing, is God. av pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f n2 cst np1 vvz p-acp pno12, p-acp j n2, cst av pn31 vvz np1, dt j np1 pc-acp vdi — pns31 cst vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d n1, vbz np1. (45) part (DIV2) 100 Page 330
640 And so much for this first Branch of this second Doctrine. And so much for this First Branch of this second Doctrine. cc av av-d c-acp d ord n1 pp-f d ord n1. (45) part (DIV2) 100 Page 330
641 §. The II. Branch of the second Doctrine. §. The II Branch of the second Doctrine. §. dt crd n1 pp-f dt ord n1. (46) part (DIV2) 100 Page 330
642 That there is a glorious Contrivement and Workmanship carried on in this Dispensation of his, like unto the great God indeed. That there is a glorious Contrivement and Workmanship carried on in this Dispensation of his, like unto the great God indeed. cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 cc n1 vvd a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, av-j p-acp dt j np1 av. (46) part (DIV2) 101 Page 330
643 This carries on this Point yet higher. For, it is not onely an Ordination becoming God, (upon the respects mentioned) but there is an Artifice, a Workmanship in it, such as he useth to shew in his Works of Wonder, This carries on this Point yet higher. For, it is not only an Ordination becoming God, (upon the respects mentioned) but there is an Artifice, a Workmanship in it, such as he uses to show in his Works of Wonder, d vvz p-acp d vvb av jc. p-acp, pn31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 vvg np1, (p-acp dt n2 vvn) cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt vvi, dt n1 p-acp pn31, d c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 vvz pp-f n1, (46) part (DIV2) 102 Page 330
644 even in this, That he should work upon Men's Souls in this life, and then bring them into a Glory, he had in the mean space been a working also for those their Souls. even in this, That he should work upon Men's Souls in this life, and then bring them into a Glory, he had in the mean Molle been a working also for those their Souls. av p-acp d, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp ng2 n2 p-acp d n1, cc av vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhd p-acp dt j n1 vbn dt j-vvg av p-acp d po32 n2. (46) part (DIV2) 102 Page 330
645 This is the great God indeed. This is the great God indeed. d vbz dt j np1 av. (46) part (DIV2) 102 Page 330
646 When God secretly bestows Cost and Curiosity in preparing matters for such or such an end; and then again, When God secretly bestows Cost and Curiosity in preparing matters for such or such an end; and then again, c-crq np1 av-jn vvz vvi cc n1 p-acp vvg n2 p-acp d cc d dt n1; cc av av, (46) part (DIV2) 103 Page 330
647 as hiddenly, hath laid out a greater Art, Skill and Workmanship upon that end it self; as hiddenly, hath laid out a greater Art, Skill and Workmanship upon that end it self; c-acp av-vvn, vhz vvn av dt jc n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp cst vvb pn31 n1; (46) part (DIV2) 103 Page 330
648 and then hath exactly suited and matched the one to the other: and then hath exactly suited and matched the one to the other: cc av vhz av-j vvn cc vvn dt crd p-acp dt n-jn: (46) part (DIV2) 103 Page 330
649 when All comes to be finish'd, and both wrought and brought together, then will an infinite surpassing Glory arise unto God out of all, which deserveth to have this Notoriety (that is here) put upon it. when All comes to be finished, and both wrought and brought together, then will an infinite surpassing Glory arise unto God out of all, which deserveth to have this Notoriety (that is Here) put upon it. c-crq d vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc av-d vvn cc vvd av, av vmb dt j j-vvg n1 vvb p-acp np1 av pp-f d, r-crq vvz pc-acp vhi d n1 (cst vbz av) vvd p-acp pn31. (46) part (DIV2) 103 Page 331
650 He that hath wrought this for that, Is GOD: He that hath wrought this for that, Is GOD: pns31 cst vhz vvn d p-acp d, vbz np1: (46) part (DIV2) 103 Page 331
651 and lo, this is found here, which is demonstrated, if we view, 1. Each of these Workmanships singly and apart. 2. Joyntly, as designed and fitted each to the other. §. and lo, this is found Here, which is demonstrated, if we view, 1. Each of these Workmanships singly and apart. 2. Jointly, as designed and fitted each to the other. §. cc uh, d vbz vvn av, r-crq vbz vvn, cs pns12 vvb, crd d pp-f d n2 av-j cc av. crd av-j, a-acp vvn cc vvn d p-acp dt n-jn. §. (46) part (DIV2) 103 Page 331
652 1. Each singly: If there were no such ordination of the one for the other, yet so considered, they deserve to have, each, 1. Each singly: If there were no such ordination of the one for the other, yet so considered, they deserve to have, each, crd d av-j: cs pc-acp vbdr dx d n1 pp-f dt pi p-acp dt n-jn, av av vvn, pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi, d, (46) part (DIV2) 104 Page 331
653 an [ He that hath wrought this, is God ] to be written under it. 1. For his Artifice, in working us in this life. an [ He that hath wrought this, is God ] to be written under it. 1. For his Artifice, in working us in this life. dt [ pns31 cst vhz vvn d, vbz np1 ] pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31. crd p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp d n1. (46) part (DIV2) 104 Page 331
654 Learned Cameron hath but one Note upon this whole fifth Chapter, and and it falls to be upon this very Word [ who hath wrought ] and it is this: Learned Cameron hath but one Note upon this Whole fifth Chapter, and and it falls to be upon this very Word [ who hath wrought ] and it is this: j np1 vhz p-acp crd vvb p-acp d n-jn ord n1, cc cc pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp d j n1 [ r-crq vhz vvn ] cc pn31 vbz d: (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 331
655 This word (says he) as used by the Septuagint, signifies Rem expolire rudem & informem, To polish a thing that is rude, and without fashion: This word (Says he) as used by the septuagint, signifies Remembering expolire rudem & informem, To polish a thing that is rude, and without fashion: d n1 (vvz pns31) c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, vvz vvg j n1 cc fw-la, p-acp vvb dt n1 cst vbz j, cc p-acp n1: (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 331
656 for which he gives instance out of Exod. 35. 33. in Bezaleel's work (whom, as the 31, 32 verses speak of him, God had filled with his Spirit in all Wisdom, in all Workmanship, to devise cunning Work.) And again, the same word is used of the Temple-work (that other was for Mose's Tabernacle) 1 King. 6. 36. by Solomon, which how transcendent a structure it was, you have all read or heard. for which he gives instance out of Exod 35. 33. in Bezaleel's work (whom, as the 31, 32 Verses speak of him, God had filled with his Spirit in all Wisdom, in all Workmanship, to devise cunning Work.) And again, the same word is used of the Temple work (that other was for Mose's Tabernacle) 1 King. 6. 36. by Solomon, which how transcendent a structure it was, you have all read or herd. p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz n1 av pp-f np1 crd crd p-acp vvz vvi (r-crq, c-acp dt crd, crd n2 vvb pp-f pno31, np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi j-jn n1.) cc av, dt d n1 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 (cst n-jn vbds p-acp npg1 n1) vvn n1. crd crd p-acp np1, r-crq c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbds, pn22 vhb d vvn cc vvn. (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 332
657 An infinitely surpassing Art then hath the Spirit himself (who is the immediate worker in this) shewn in the framing, an infinitely surpassing Art then hath the Spirit himself (who is the immediate worker in this) shown in the framing, dt av-j j-vvg n1 av vhz dt n1 px31 (r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp d) vvn p-acp dt vvg, (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 332
658 and hewing, and curiously carving and engraving those living Stones, that grow up into a Temple unto God, 1 Pet. 2. 5. especially considering the utter remoteness, indisposedness, and hewing, and curiously carving and engraving those living Stones, that grow up into a Temple unto God, 1 Pet. 2. 5. especially considering the utter remoteness, indisposedness, cc vvg, cc av-j vvg cc vvg d vvg n2, cst vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, vvn np1 crd crd av-j vvg dt j n1, n1, (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 332
659 yea crookedness and perverseness in the matter wrought upon (our souls, fill'd with the contrary form and workmanship of Satan) Ye are his workmanship, says the Apostle, Eph. 2. 10. And truly, yea crookedness and perverseness in the matter wrought upon (our Souls, filled with the contrary from and workmanship of Satan) You Are his workmanship, Says the Apostle, Ephesians 2. 10. And truly, uh n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp (po12 n2, vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f np1) pn22 vbr po31 n1, vvz dt n1, np1 crd crd cc av-j, (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 332
660 if we could enlarge upon all the varieties of dealings God useth to each Soul to work it, the several sorts of gracious dispositions he impresseth and carveth upon it, the manifold actings of every Soul drawn forth by him, you may take a view of some in the very next chapter to that of my Text, 2 Cor. 6. from the 4. ver. if we could enlarge upon all the varieties of dealings God uses to each Soul to work it, the several sorts of gracious dispositions he impresseth and carveth upon it, the manifold actings of every Soul drawn forth by him, you may take a view of Some in the very next chapter to that of my Text, 2 Cor. 6. from the 4. ver. cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2-vvg n1 vvz p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, dt j n2 pp-f j n2 pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp pn31, dt j n2-vvg pp-f d n1 vvn av p-acp pno31, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt av ord n1 p-acp d pp-f po11 n1, crd np1 crd p-acp dt crd fw-la. (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 332
661 In much Patience, in Afflictions, in Necessities, in Distresses, v. 5. In Stripes, in Imprisonments, in Tumults, in Labours, in Watching, in Fastings; In much Patience, in Afflictions, in Necessities, in Distresses, v. 5. In Stripes, in Imprisonments, in Tumults, in Labours, in Watching, in Fastings; p-acp d n1, p-acp n2, p-acp n2, p-acp n2, n1 crd p-acp n2, p-acp n2, p-acp n2, p-acp n2, p-acp vvg, p-acp n2-vvg; (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 332
662 ver. 6. By Pureness, by Knowledge, by Long-suffering, by Kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by Love unfeigned; for. 6. By Pureness, by Knowledge, by Long-suffering, by Kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by Love unfeigned; p-acp. crd p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp j, p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1 j; (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 332
663 ver. 7. By the Word of Truth, by the Power of God, by the Armour of Righteousness, on the right-hand, and on the left; ver. 7. By the Word of Truth, by the Power of God, by the Armour of Righteousness, on the right-hand, and on the left; fw-la. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt j; (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 333
664 ver. 8. By Honour and dishonour, by evil Report and good Report: as deceivers, and yet true: for. 8. By Honour and dishonour, by evil Report and good Report: as deceivers, and yet true: p-acp. crd p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp j-jn n1 cc j n1: c-acp n2, cc av j: (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 333
665 ver. 9. As unknown, and yet well known; as dying, and behold, we live: as chastened, and not killed: ver. 9. As unknown, and yet well known; as dying, and behold, we live: as chastened, and not killed: fw-la. crd p-acp j, cc av av vvn; c-acp vvg, cc vvi, pns12 vvb: c-acp vvn, cc xx vvn: (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 333
666 ver. 10. As sorrowful, yet alway rejoycing: as poor, yet making many rich: as having nothing, and yet possessing all things. ver. 10. As sorrowful, yet always rejoicing: as poor, yet making many rich: as having nothing, and yet possessing all things. fw-la. crd p-acp j, av av vvg: c-acp j, av vvg d j: c-acp vhg pix, cc av vvg d n2. (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 333
667 ver. 11. O ye Corinthians, our mouth is open unto you, our heart is enlarged. ver. 11. Oh you Corinthians, our Mouth is open unto you, our heart is enlarged. fw-la. crd uh pn22 njp2, po12 n1 vbz j p-acp pn22, po12 n1 vbz vvn. (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 333
668 What a glorious Embroydery upon the Soul of a poor Believer will in all these things appear, when finished! What a glorious Embroidery upon the Soul of a poor Believer will in all these things appear, when finished! q-crq dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmb p-acp d d n2 vvi, c-crq vvn! (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 333
669 Psal. 45. 13, 14. The King's daughter is all glorious within, her Cloathing is of wrought Gold: Psalm 45. 13, 14. The King's daughter is all glorious within, her Clothing is of wrought Gold: np1 crd crd, crd dt ng1 n1 vbz d j p-acp, po31 n1 vbz a-acp vvn n1: (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 333
670 she shall be brought unto the King, in Rayment of needle-work. she shall be brought unto the King, in Raiment of needlework. pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 333
671 2. For his Art and Workmanship bestowed in the glory of the Soul in the other World; 2. For his Art and Workmanship bestowed in the glory of the Soul in the other World; crd p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 333
672 if any work (but Christ: God-man) be his Master-piece, it is the framing of that House, and building, spoken of ver. 1. of this chap. We have a building of God, a house not made with hands: if any work (but christ: God-man) be his Masterpiece, it is the framing of that House, and building, spoken of for. 1. of this chap. We have a building of God, a house not made with hands: cs d n1 (p-acp np1: n1) vbi po31 n1, pn31 vbz dt vvg pp-f d n1, cc vvg, vvn pp-f p-acp. crd pp-f d n1 pns12 vhb dt n-vvg pp-f np1, dt n1 xx vvn p-acp n2: (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 333
673 And the 11. of the Hebrews v. 10. expresly useth two artificial words, NONLATINALPHABET the Artificer in it, And the 11. of the Hebrews v. 10. expressly uses two artificial words, the Artificer in it, cc dt crd pp-f dt np1 n1 crd av-j vvz crd j n2, dt n1 p-acp pn31, (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 333
674 and NONLATINALPHABET the Artificer in it, and the Builder of it, that is, who hath shewn his Art and Skill in building of it. and the Artificer in it, and the Builder of it, that is, who hath shown his Art and Skill in building of it. cc dt n1 p-acp pn31, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst vbz, r-crq vhz vvn po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg pp-f pn31. (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 333
675 So then in each, his Workmanship appears. I do but add this towards the confirmation of the main point in hand. So then in each, his Workmanship appears. I do but add this towards the confirmation of the main point in hand. av av p-acp d, po31 n1 vvz. pns11 vdb p-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp n1. (46) part (DIV2) 105 Page 334
676 Hath the Great God perfected both Works upon the Soul as much as he means to work in Heaven? Also prepared a Building for it? And will he then (think we) let both lie empty? of the one, sayes Heb. 11. 16. [ He hath prepared for them a City ] of the Soul, in like manner [ He hath wrought us for this self-same thing ] will God (think we) leave this his House to stand desolate, Hath the Great God perfected both Works upon the Soul as much as he means to work in Heaven? Also prepared a Building for it? And will he then (think we) let both lie empty? of the one, Says Hebrew 11. 16. [ He hath prepared for them a city ] of the Soul, in like manner [ He hath wrought us for this selfsame thing ] will God (think we) leave this his House to stand desolate, vhz dt j np1 vvn d vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp d c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1? av vvd dt n1 p-acp pn31? cc vmb pns31 av (vvb pns12) vvb d n1 j? pp-f dt crd, vvz np1 crd crd [ pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 dt n1 ] pp-f dt n1, p-acp j n1 [ pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d j n1 ] vmb np1 (vvb pns12) vvb d po31 n1 pc-acp vvi j, (46) part (DIV2) 106 Page 334
677 when he hath been at such cost in both? Doth any Man or, Landlord build or repair an House, when he hath been At such cost in both? Does any Man or, Landlord built or repair an House, c-crq pns31 vhz vbn p-acp d n1 p-acp d? vdz d n1 cc, n1 vvi cc vvi dt n1, (46) part (DIV2) 106 Page 334
678 and then let it lie empty, when he hath a Tenant fit for it? God is said not to be a foolish Builder in respect to perfecting; and then let it lie empty, when he hath a Tenant fit for it? God is said not to be a foolish Builder in respect to perfecting; cc av vvb pn31 vvi j, c-crq pns31 vhz dt n1 j p-acp pn31? np1 vbz vvn xx pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp vvg; (46) part (DIV2) 106 Page 334
679 and he is much less a careless Builder, to neglect to take his Tenants into it, and he is much less a careless Builder, to neglect to take his Tenants into it, cc pns31 vbz d av-dc dt j n1, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp pn31, (46) part (DIV2) 106 Page 334
680 when both are ready and fitted each for other. This for the first, viz. the consideration of each singly. §. when both Are ready and fitted each for other. This for the First, viz. the consideration of each singly. §. c-crq d vbr j cc vvn d p-acp n-jn. np1 p-acp dt ord, n1 dt n1 pp-f d av-j. §. (46) part (DIV2) 106 Page 334
681 Let us consider them, next, joyntly, that is, as they are in such a manner wrought apart, Let us Consider them, next, jointly, that is, as they Are in such a manner wrought apart, vvb pno12 vvi pno32, ord, av-j, cst vbz, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp d dt n1 vvd av, (46) part (DIV2) 107 Page 334
682 so as to suit and match one the other, when brought together in that manner, as it must be said of them. so as to suit and match one the other, when brought together in that manner, as it must be said of them. av c-acp p-acp n1 cc vvi pi dt n-jn, c-crq vvd av p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno32. (46) part (DIV2) 107 Page 334
683 [ For this thing hath God wrought us ] Yea, and therein it is he hath appeared to be the great God. [ For this thing hath God wrought us ] Yea, and therein it is he hath appeared to be the great God. [ c-acp d n1 vhz np1 vvn pno12 ] uh, cc av pn31 vbz pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vbi dt j np1. (46) part (DIV2) 107 Page 335
684 For therein, even to wonderment, doth the Glory of God in his Works appear, and that he is wise in counsel, and wonderful in working, when he hath hiddenly contrived one thing for another, For therein, even to wonderment, does the Glory of God in his Works appear, and that he is wise in counsel, and wondered in working, when he hath hiddenly contrived one thing for Another, p-acp av, av p-acp n1, vdz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 vvz vvi, cc cst pns31 vbz j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp vvg, c-crq pns31 vhz av-vvn vvn crd n1 p-acp j-jn, (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 335
685 when as each are in themselves, and apart glorious. when as each Are in themselves, and apart glorious. c-crq p-acp d vbr p-acp px32, cc av j. (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 335
686 It is said by David of himself (and it is true of all men in their measure) Psal. 139. 15. I was made in secret, It is said by David of himself (and it is true of all men in their measure) Psalm 139. 15. I was made in secret, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1 pp-f px31 (cc pn31 vbz j pp-f d n2 p-acp po32 n1) np1 crd crd pns11 vbds vvn p-acp j-jn, (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 335
687 and curiously wrought in the lowest parts of the Earth; that is, in my Mother's Womb, as the context shews; and curiously wrought in the lowest parts of the Earth; that is, in my Mother's Womb, as the context shows; cc av-j vvn p-acp dt js n2 pp-f dt n1; cst vbz, p-acp po11 n1|vbz n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz; (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 335
688 which are termed the Lower parts of the Earth, as when Christ is said, Eph. 4. to have descended into the lower part of the Earth; which Are termed the Lower parts of the Earth, as when christ is said, Ephesians 4. to have descended into the lower part of the Earth; r-crq vbr vvn dt jc n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp c-crq np1 vbz vvn, np1 crd pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1; (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 335
689 that is, to be conceived in the Womb of a Virgin; that is, to be conceived in the Womb of a Virgae; cst vbz, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 335
690 when a Child is born, a lump of flesh, animated with a Soul, comes forth, curiously wrought, &c. but wrought, when a Child is born, a lump of Flesh, animated with a Soul, comes forth, curiously wrought, etc. but wrought, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt n1, vvz av, av-j vvn, av p-acp vvn, (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 335
691 for what? in David's person (in which this was spoken) it was for a Kingdom, the supremest condition of enjoyments in this World. for what? in David's person (in which this was spoken) it was for a Kingdom, the Supremest condition of enjoyments in this World. c-acp q-crq? p-acp npg1 n1 (p-acp r-crq d vbds vvn) pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1, dt js n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1. (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 335
692 But in every other man (that is born) it is that he was curiously wrought, in a fitness and capacity to all things that are in this World, made and prepared exactly for it long afore it came into the World; But in every other man (that is born) it is that he was curiously wrought, in a fitness and capacity to all things that Are in this World, made and prepared exactly for it long afore it Come into the World; p-acp p-acp d j-jn n1 (cst vbz vvn) pn31 vbz cst pns31 vbds av-j vvn, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2 cst vbr p-acp d n1, vvn cc vvd av-j p-acp pn31 av-j p-acp pn31 vvd p-acp dt n1; (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 335
693 you may see it in Adam (our first pattern) more lively. you may see it in Adam (our First pattern) more lively. pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp np1 (po12 ord n1) av-dc j. (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 335
694 God was busie for six dayes in making this World, the Angels all that while stood wondring with themselves, to what end, God was busy for six days in making this World, the Angels all that while stood wondering with themselves, to what end, np1 vbds j p-acp crd n2 p-acp vvg d n1, dt n2 d cst n1 vvd vvg p-acp px32, p-acp r-crq n1, (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 336
695 or for whom all this was prepared. or for whom all this was prepared. cc p-acp ro-crq d d vbds vvn. (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 336
696 At the end of the sixth day, they saw God to set down into the World this little thing called Man; and then they ceased their wonderment, At the end of the sixth day, they saw God to Set down into the World this little thing called Man; and then they ceased their wonderment, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, pns32 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 d j n1 vvn n1; cc av pns32 vvd po32 n1, (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 336
697 for they saw all this World (prepared aforehand) set in Man's heart, and all in Man curiously wrought and fitted for all things made in in this World, richly to enjoy, as 1 Tim. 6. 17. We may apply that in the text, to this, it appeared, That he that hath made Man for this self-same thing is God; for they saw all this World (prepared aforehand) Set in Man's heart, and all in Man curiously wrought and fitted for all things made in in this World, richly to enjoy, as 1 Tim. 6. 17. We may apply that in the text, to this, it appeared, That he that hath made Man for this selfsame thing is God; c-acp pns32 vvd d d n1 (vvd av) vvd p-acp ng1 n1, cc d p-acp n1 av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp p-acp d n1, av-j pc-acp vvi, p-acp crd np1 crd crd pns12 vmb vvi cst p-acp dt n1, p-acp d, pn31 vvd, cst pns31 cst vhz vvn n1 p-acp d j n1 vbz np1; (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 336
698 both works of wonder apart, and yet as fitted to each other: All wonderment exceeding —. both works of wonder apart, and yet as fitted to each other: All wonderment exceeding —. d n2 pp-f n1 av, cc av c-acp vvn p-acp d n-jn: d n1 vvg —. (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 336
699 I might much more enlarge upon the suiting of Christ the Head and Husband, and the Church his Body and Wife, wrought and growing up to him in all ages, both apart, secretly and hiddenly prepared, I might much more enlarge upon the suiting of christ the Head and Husband, and the Church his Body and Wife, wrought and growing up to him in all ages, both apart, secretly and hiddenly prepared, pns11 vmd d av-dc vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1 dt n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 po31 n1 cc n1, vvn cc vvg a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2, av-d av, av-jn cc av-vvn vvn, (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 336
700 and each so glorious in themselves, and yet put together. Let us defer our Admiration hereat until the latter day. and each so glorious in themselves, and yet put together. Let us defer our Admiration hereat until the latter day. cc d av j p-acp px32, cc av vvd av. vvb pno12 vvi po12 n1 av c-acp dt d n1. (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 336
701 Just thus it is in fitting the Soul for that glory: and again, that glory in Heaven for that Soul: Just thus it is in fitting the Soul for that glory: and again, that glory in Heaven for that Soul: j av pn31 vbz p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp d n1: cc av, cst n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1: (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 336
702 God works the one for the other apart. — The very similitude in the former verses do import so much; God works the one for the other apart. — The very similitude in the former Verses do import so much; np1 vvz dt crd p-acp dt n-jn av. — dt j n1 p-acp dt j n2 vdb vvi av av-d; (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 336
703 He styleth Glory in Heaven a being clothed upon, and Holiness here he compares to an under-garment, which that of Glory is to be put over, or upon: He styleth Glory in Heaven a being clothed upon, and Holiness Here he compares to an under-garment, which that of Glory is to be put over, or upon: pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n1 dt vbg vvn p-acp, cc n1 av pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, r-crq d pp-f n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, cc p-acp: (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 337
704 There was never a curious Artist in making Garments that ever took measure of the proportions of an upper and under Garment, to fit the one to the other, There was never a curious Artist in making Garments that ever took measure of the proportions of an upper and under Garment, to fit the one to the other, pc-acp vbds av-x dt j n1 p-acp vvg n2 cst av vvd n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j cc p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt crd p-acp dt n-jn, (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 337
705 as God hath in proportioning his work upon us here, and his preparation of Glory for each of us in the World to come: as God hath in proportioning his work upon us Here, and his preparation of Glory for each of us in the World to come: c-acp np1 vhz p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp pno12 av, cc po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d pp-f pno12 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi: (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 337
706 He hath took exact measure, and his Law is (that designed his own workings on both hands aforehand) that every man shall receive his own reward according to his own labour, 1 Cor. 3. 8. He hath took exact measure, and his Law is (that designed his own workings on both hands aforehand) that every man shall receive his own reward according to his own labour, 1 Cor. 3. 8. pns31 vhz vvn j n1, cc po31 n1 vbz (d vvn po31 d n2 p-acp d n2 av) cst d n1 vmb vvi po31 d n1 vvg p-acp po31 d n1, vvn np1 crd crd (46) part (DIV2) 108 Page 337
707 Now the Artifice of God in both these lies in this, That each are hiddenly contrived apart, Now the Artifice of God in both these lies in this, That each Are hiddenly contrived apart, av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d d vvz p-acp d, cst d vbr av-vvn vvn av, (46) part (DIV2) 109 Page 337
708 and yet so gloriously matcht as wrought one for the other; and yet so gloriously matched as wrought one for the other; cc av av av-j vvn c-acp vvd pi p-acp dt j-jn; (46) part (DIV2) 109 Page 337
709 which is an argument as of two Artificers, the one in the East-Indies, the other in the West; which is an argument as of two Artificers, the one in the East indies, the other in the West; r-crq vbz dt n1 c-acp pp-f crd n2, dt pi p-acp dt np2, dt j-jn p-acp dt n1; (46) part (DIV2) 109 Page 337
710 should the one make the Case, the other make the Watch, unbeknown each to other, should the one make the Case, the other make the Watch, unbeknown each to other, vmd dt crd vvb dt n1, dt n-jn vvi dt vvb, vvn d p-acp n-jn, (46) part (DIV2) 109 Page 337
711 and both Workmanships of the highest curiosity in their kind, and when both brought together they exquisitely fit the one the other. §. and both Workmanships of the highest curiosity in their kind, and when both brought together they exquisitely fit the one the other. §. cc d n2 pp-f dt js n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc c-crq d vvd av pns32 av-j vvi dt crd dt n-jn. §. (46) part (DIV2) 109 Page 337
712 And what? Have I been telling you all this while an artificial pleasant Story? Doth not this Scripture tell the very same? For a close, do but now at last take a view and prospect of our Apostle's whole Discourse. And what? Have I been telling you all this while an artificial pleasant Story? Does not this Scripture tell the very same? For a close, do but now At last take a view and prospect of our Apostle's Whole Discourse. cc q-crq? vhb pns11 vbn vvg pn22 d d cs dt j j n1? vdz xx d n1 vvi dt av d? p-acp dt j, vdb p-acp av p-acp ord vvi dt vvb cc n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n-jn n1. (46) part (DIV2) 110 Page 338
713 The Round and Circle whereof begun at chap. 4. ver. 16. and endeth with my Text; The Round and Circle whereof begun At chap. 4. ver. 16. and Endeth with my Text; dt av-j cc n1 c-crq vvn p-acp n1 crd fw-la. crd cc vvz p-acp po11 n1; (46) part (DIV2) 110 Page 338
714 and do you not find it speak (to use the Text's Language) the very self-same thing? and do you not find it speak (to use the Text's Language) the very selfsame thing? cc vdb pn22 xx vvi pn31 vvb (p-acp vvi dt ng1 n1) dt j d n1? (46) part (DIV2) 110 Page 338
715 1. He tells us there of an inward Man renewed, whilst the outward is a perishing, to the end it may live and subsist alone, 1. He tells us there of an inward Man renewed, while the outward is a perishing, to the end it may live and subsist alone, crd pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp pp-f dt j n1 vvn, cs dt j vbz dt vvg, p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmb vvi cc vvi av-j, (46) part (DIV2) 111 Page 338
716 when the body is wholly dissolved; (there he lays his Foundation) And is not this all one with what the Text sayes? God works Us (these Souls) day by day: Even as the Child is curiously wrought in the Womb, to subsist of it self alone in this World, when the body is wholly dissolved; (there he lays his Foundation) And is not this all one with what the Text Says? God works Us (these Souls) day by day: Even as the Child is curiously wrought in the Womb, to subsist of it self alone in this World, c-crq dt n1 vbz av-jn vvn; (a-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1) cc vbz xx d d crd p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz? np1 n2 pno32 (d n2) n1 p-acp n1: av-j p-acp dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31 n1 av-j p-acp d n1, (46) part (DIV2) 111 Page 338
717 so this inward Man in that other. so this inward Man in that other. av d j n1 p-acp d n-jn. (46) part (DIV2) 111 Page 338
718 2. He then immediately subjoyns, v. 17. That all Afflictions (which are nothing else but the Perishings of this outward Man) as also All things and dispensations else that do befal us, they are secretly, at work too, all that while; 2. He then immediately subjoins, v. 17. That all Afflictions (which Are nothing Else but the Perishings of this outward Man) as also All things and dispensations Else that do befall us, they Are secretly, At work too, all that while; crd pns31 av av-j vvz, n1 crd cst d n2 (r-crq vbr pix av cc-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1) c-acp av d n2 cc n2 av d vdb vvi pno12, pns32 vbr av-jn, p-acp n1 av, d cst n1; (46) part (DIV2) 112 Page 338
719 so set to work by God (who works the inner Man daily unto such a measure of Grace) and these, to work, and by his Ordination procure a proportionable Weight, (for God works all these things in Weight and Measure) our light Affliction works for us a far more exceeding and eternal Weight of Glory, — as shall in a comely and in the exactest manner, answer and suit that curious Workmanship on the inward-man; so Set to work by God (who works the inner Man daily unto such a measure of Grace) and these, to work, and by his Ordination procure a proportionable Weight, (for God works all these things in Weight and Measure) our Light Affliction works for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal Weight of Glory, — as shall in a comely and in the Exactest manner, answer and suit that curious Workmanship on the Inward-man; av vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 (r-crq vvz dt j n1 j p-acp d dt vvb pp-f n1) cc d, p-acp vvb, cc p-acp po31 n1 vvi dt j n1, (c-acp np1 vvz d d n2 p-acp n1 cc vvb) po12 j n1 vvz p-acp pno12 av av-j av-dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1, — a-acp vmb p-acp dt j cc p-acp dt js n1, n1 cc n1 cst j n1 p-acp dt n1; (46) part (DIV2) 112 Page 339
720 and it is observable that the same Word for (working) is used in that verse that is used in my Text: and it is observable that the same Word for (working) is used in that verse that is used in my Text: cc pn31 vbz j cst dt d n1 p-acp (vvg) vbz vvn p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp po11 n1: (46) part (DIV2) 112 Page 339
721 but yet these are but outwardly a work, as inferiour Artificers or Instruments: Therefore, but yet these Are but outwardly a work, as inferior Artificers or Instruments: Therefore, cc-acp av d vbr p-acp av-j dt n1, c-acp j-jn n2 cc n2: av, (46) part (DIV2) 112 Page 339
722 3. He further declares, verse 1. of this Chapter, that God himself is at work about this Glory, who as the Master-workman, that hath the draught and platform of all afore him, drawn by his own designing, he viewing the inward work on us, the outward work of means and dispensations; 3. He further declares, verse 1. of this Chapter, that God himself is At work about this Glory, who as the Master workman, that hath the draught and platform of all afore him, drawn by his own designing, he viewing the inward work on us, the outward work of means and dispensations; crd pns31 av-jc vvz, n1 crd pp-f d n1, cst np1 px31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq c-acp dt n1, cst vhz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d p-acp pno31, vvn p-acp po31 d vvg, pns31 vvg dt j n1 p-acp pno12, dt j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2; (46) part (DIV2) 113 Page 339
723 and knows afore-hand what degree of holiness to bring us ultimately unto, he according unto these, and knows aforehand what degree of holiness to bring us ultimately unto, he according unto these, cc vvz av r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j p-acp, pns31 vvg p-acp d, (46) part (DIV2) 113 Page 339
724 as patterns, is a framing a Building for us in Heaven, exactly suited to the working of all the other; as patterns, is a framing a Building for us in Heaven, exactly suited to the working of all the other; c-acp n2, vbz dt vvg dt n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, av-j vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d dt j-jn; (46) part (DIV2) 113 Page 339
725 which building he prepares and makes ready for this inner Man, to entertain it when the body is dissolved: which building he prepares and makes ready for this inner Man, to entertain it when the body is dissolved: r-crq n1 pns31 vvz cc vvz j p-acp d j n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn: (46) part (DIV2) 113 Page 339
726 If our earthly House were dissolved, we have a Building of God, an House not made with hands, of either Men or Means, or of our own Graces; If our earthly House were dissolved, we have a Building of God, an House not made with hands, of either Men or Means, or of our own Graces; cs po12 j n1 vbdr vvn, pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 xx vvn p-acp n2, pp-f d n2 cc n2, cc pp-f po12 d n2; (46) part (DIV2) 113 Page 340
727 but of God. But every Soul hath a State of Glory proportioned to all these, ready built for it against this time; but of God. But every Soul hath a State of Glory proportioned to all these, ready built for it against this time; cc-acp pp-f np1. p-acp d n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp d d, j vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp d n1; (46) part (DIV2) 113 Page 340
728 even as Statues in Stone are framed and carved, to be set up in such a curious Arch framed for them by the Builder. Now then, even as Statues in Stone Are framed and carved, to be Set up in such a curious Arch framed for them by the Builder. Now then, av c-acp n2 p-acp n1 vbr vvn cc vvn, pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1. av av, (46) part (DIV2) 113 Page 340
729 4. Add but the Words of my Text, which is the close of this his discourse: 4. Add but the Words of my Text, which is the close of this his discourse: crd vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, r-crq vbz dt j pp-f d po31 n1: (46) part (DIV2) 114 Page 340
730 And it opens all the Scene, He that wrought us for this self-same thing, is God. And it Opens all the Scene, He that wrought us for this selfsame thing, is God. cc pn31 vvz d dt n1, pns31 cst vvd pno12 p-acp d j n1, vbz np1. (46) part (DIV2) 114 Page 340
731 The Apostle's Conclusion answers his beginning; The Apostle's Conclusion answers his beginning; dt ng1 n1 vvz po31 n1; (46) part (DIV2) 114 Page 340
732 he began in chap. 4. ver. 16. and the circle ends in my Text. And this is God, who is wise in working, and wonderful in counsel. §. he began in chap. 4. ver. 16. and the circle ends in my Text. And this is God, who is wise in working, and wondered in counsel. §. pns31 vvd p-acp n1 crd fw-la. crd cc dt n1 vvz p-acp po11 np1 np1 d vbz np1, r-crq vbz j p-acp vvg, cc j p-acp n1. §. (46) part (DIV2) 114 Page 340
733 But there is a third point yet remains. But there is a third point yet remains. p-acp pc-acp vbz dt ord n1 av vvz. (46) part (DIV2) 115 Page 340
734 Doctrine III. That it is the interest and engagement of all Three Persons to see to it, that a righteous separate Soul be brought to Glory at dissolution. Doctrine III. That it is the Interest and engagement of all Three Persons to see to it, that a righteous separate Soul be brought to Glory At dissolution. n1 np1. cst pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d crd n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cst dt j j n1 vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (47) doctrine (DIV1) 115 Page 340
735 And this carries it yet higher, even to the highest, and gives the most superabundant security and assurance of this thing that can be given, And this carries it yet higher, even to the highest, and gives the most superabundant security and assurance of this thing that can be given, cc d vvz pn31 av jc, av p-acp dt js, cc vvz dt av-ds j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 cst vmb vbi vvn, (47) doctrine (DIV1) 117 Page 341
736 and superadds above all the former. But you will ask me, How I fetch this out of my Text? Thus: and superadds above all the former. But you will ask me, How I fetch this out of my Text? Thus: cc vvz p-acp d dt j. p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11, c-crq pns11 vvb d av pp-f po11 n1? av: (47) doctrine (DIV1) 117 Page 341
737 1. You see here are Two Persons expresly named, God [ the Father ] namely, 1. You see Here Are Two Persons expressly nam, God [ the Father ] namely, crd pn22 vvb av vbr crd n2 av-j vvn, np1 [ dt n1 ] av, (47) doctrine (DIV1) 119 Page 341
738 and the Spirit. That's a Rule, that where the name God, and then some besides other of the Two Persons, Christ or the Spirit, are mentioned therewith, as distinct; and the Spirit. That's a Rule, that where the name God, and then Some beside other of the Two Persons, christ or the Spirit, Are mentioned therewith, as distinct; cc dt n1. d|vbz dt n1, cst c-crq dt n1 np1, cc av d p-acp n-jn pp-f dt crd n2, np1 cc dt n1, vbr vvn av, c-acp j; (47) doctrine (DIV1) 119 Page 341
739 There God is put personally (not essentially only) to express the Father. Now here the Spirit, or holy Ghost, is mentioned distinct from God; For it is said, That this God hath given the Spirit; which also Christ so often speaketh of the Father, There God is put personally (not essentially only) to express the Father. Now Here the Spirit, or holy Ghost, is mentioned distinct from God; For it is said, That this God hath given the Spirit; which also christ so often speaks of the Father, pc-acp np1 vbz vvn av-j (xx av-j av-j) pc-acp vvi dt n1. av av dt n1, cc j n1, vbz vvn j p-acp np1; p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, cst d np1 vhz vvn dt n1; r-crq av np1 av av vvz pp-f dt n1, (47) doctrine (DIV1) 119 Page 341
740 as I need not insist on it. as I need not insist on it. c-acp pns11 vvb xx vvi p-acp pn31. (47) doctrine (DIV1) 119 Page 341
741 2. It is another Rule, that in any Scripture where Two Persons are mentioned, as concurring in any thing, or matter; 2. It is Another Rule, that in any Scripture where Two Persons Are mentioned, as concurring in any thing, or matter; crd pn31 vbz j-jn n1, cst p-acp d n1 c-crq crd n2 vbr vvn, c-acp vvg p-acp d n1, cc n1; (47) doctrine (DIV1) 120 Page 341
742 There the other Third Person also must be understood to have his special share therein also; There the other Third Person also must be understood to have his special share therein also; a-acp dt j-jn ord n1 av vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi po31 j n1 av av; (47) doctrine (DIV1) 120 Page 341
743 as when he wisheth Grace and Peace from God the Father, and from Jesus Christ; 'Tis certain the holy Ghost is as specially understood; as when he wishes Grace and Peace from God the Father, and from jesus christ; It's certain the holy Ghost is as specially understood; c-acp c-crq pns31 vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, cc p-acp np1 np1; pn31|vbz j dt j n1 vbz a-acp av-j vvn; (47) doctrine (DIV1) 120 Page 341
744 as indeed we find him in that Apostolical Blessing as distinctly spoken of, as the Father, or Christ. as indeed we find him in that Apostolical Blessing as distinctly spoken of, as the Father, or christ. c-acp av pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp d j n1 c-acp av-j vvn pp-f, c-acp dt n1, cc np1. (47) doctrine (DIV1) 120 Page 341
745 Thus it must be here, Christ must be taken in, who also in John is so often said to give the Spirit, when the Father gives him, Thus it must be Here, christ must be taken in, who also in John is so often said to give the Spirit, when the Father gives him, av pn31 vmb vbi av, np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, r-crq av p-acp np1 vbz av av vvn p-acp vvb dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz pno31, (47) doctrine (DIV1) 120 Page 242
746 as it is said here he hath, For this same thing. as it is said Here he hath, For this same thing. c-acp pn31 vbz vvn av pns31 vhz, p-acp d d n1. (47) doctrine (DIV1) 120 Page 242
747 But 3. You have even Christ also not far off interested in this self-same thing, in the next verse, But 3. You have even christ also not Far off interested in this selfsame thing, in the next verse, p-acp crd pn22 vhb av np1 av xx av-j a-acp vvn p-acp d j n1, p-acp dt ord n1, (47) doctrine (DIV1) 121 Page 242
748 and ver. 8. Absence from the Lord, whilst in the body, ver. 6. and present with the Lord, when separate from the body, ver. and for. 8. Absence from the Lord, while in the body, ver. 6. and present with the Lord, when separate from the body, ver. cc p-acp. crd n1 p-acp dt n1, cs p-acp dt n1, fw-la. crd cc j p-acp dt n1, c-crq j p-acp dt n1, fw-la. (47) doctrine (DIV1) 121 Page 242
749 8. This Lord is Christ; the Phrase of the New Testament concerning Christ runs in this stile, To be with Christ, This day with me — To be where I am, and see my Glory: So Christ. 8. This Lord is christ; the Phrase of the New Testament Concerning christ runs in this style, To be with christ, This day with me — To be where I am, and see my Glory: So christ. crd d n1 vbz np1; dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvg np1 vvz p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp np1, d n1 p-acp pno11 — pc-acp vbi c-crq pns11 vbm, cc vvb po11 n1: av np1. (47) doctrine (DIV1) 121 Page 242
750 To be with Christ is best of all, and we shall be ever with the Lord. So Paul. To be with christ is best of all, and we shall be ever with the Lord. So Paul. pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 vbz js pp-f d, cc pns12 vmb vbi av p-acp dt n1. av np1. (47) doctrine (DIV1) 121 Page 242
751 Use I. Use I vvb uh (48) application (DIV2) 121 Page 242
752 Doth God work Us for this thing ere he brings us to it? What hath God wrought hitherto upon Thee or Thee, in order to this end? 'Tis a blunt question, Does God work Us for this thing ere he brings us to it? What hath God wrought hitherto upon Thee or Thee, in order to this end? It's a blunt question, vdz n1 n1 pno32 p-acp d n1 c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp pn31? q-crq vhz np1 vvn av p-acp pno21 cc pno21, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1? pn31|vbz dt j n1, (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 242
753 but the Text puts it in my mouth: but the Text puts it in my Mouth: cc-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp po11 n1: (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 242
754 How many Souls are there living in the profession of Christianity, that know not what this means, to have a work wrought on them (anew upon them) over and above what moral Honesty (which was Nature's portion) and the common profession of Christianity adds thereunto, by custom and meer Education. How many Souls Are there living in the profession of Christianity, that know not what this means, to have a work wrought on them (anew upon them) over and above what moral Honesty (which was Nature's portion) and the Common profession of Christianity adds thereunto, by custom and mere Education. c-crq d n2 vbr a-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vvb xx r-crq d n2, pc-acp vhi dt vvb vvn p-acp pno32 (av p-acp pno32) a-acp cc p-acp r-crq j n1 (r-crq vbds ng1 n1) cc dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvz av, p-acp n1 cc j n1. (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 242
755 An honest Turk professing also and observing the Principles of his Religion, upon the ground of his Education onely (and a Religion every Man must have) will as soon go to Heaven as Thou; for all thy Religion is founded but upon the like Foundation that his is. an honest Turk professing also and observing the Principles of his Religion, upon the ground of his Education only (and a Religion every Man must have) will as soon go to Heaven as Thou; for all thy Religion is founded but upon the like Foundation that his is. dt j np1 vvg av cc vvg dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av-j (cc dt n1 d n1 vmb vhi) vmb a-acp av vvi p-acp n1 c-acp pns21; p-acp d po21 n1 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp dt j n1 cst po31 vbz. (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 343
756 I tell thee, that Christian Religion is not a thing so cheap; I tell thee, that Christian Religion is not a thing so cheap; pns11 vvb pno21, cst njp n1 vbz xx dt n1 av j; (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 343
757 nor Salvation by Christ at so low a rate. Thou must have a Work upon thy Soul suited unto all the Truths, nor Salvation by christ At so low a rate. Thou must have a Work upon thy Soul suited unto all the Truths, ccx n1 p-acp np1 p-acp av j dt n1. pns21 vmb vhi dt vvb p-acp po21 n1 vvn p-acp d dt n2, (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 343
758 thus professed in the power and efficacy of them. thus professed in the power and efficacy of them. av vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 343
759 They must enter thy Soul by a spiritual Faith and Frame, and mould it anew to a likeness to them. They must enter thy Soul by a spiritual Faith and Frame, and mould it anew to a likeness to them. pns32 vmb vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, cc vvb pn31 av p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32. (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 343
760 Carry home therefore the Caveat our Apostle hath put in ver. 3. If so be that being clothed, we be not founded naked of Grace and Holiness wrought, Carry home Therefore the Caveat our Apostle hath put in ver. 3. If so be that being clothed, we be not founded naked of Grace and Holiness wrought, vvb av-an av dt n1 po12 n1 vhz vvn p-acp fw-la. crd cs av vbb d vbg vvn, pns12 vbb xx vvn j pp-f n1 cc n1 vvn, (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 343
761 and Christ's Righteousness by spiritual efficacious Faith applied, (Faith in earnest) bowing the Soul to be obedient unto Christ, and Christ's Righteousness by spiritual efficacious Faith applied, (Faith in earnest) bowing the Soul to be obedient unto christ, cc npg1 n1 p-acp j j n1 vvn, (n1 p-acp n1) vvg dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 343
762 as heartily and as honestly, as it expects Salvation by Christ, as without which thou wilt never be saved. This is our Religion; as heartily and as honestly, as it expects Salvation by christ, as without which thou wilt never be saved. This is our Religion; c-acp av-j cc c-acp av-j, c-acp pn31 vvz n1 p-acp np1, a-acp p-acp r-crq pns21 vm2 av-x vbi vvn. d vbz po12 n1; (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 343
763 and when at death thy Soul (thy poor lonesome Soul) being stript of all things in this World; and when At death thy Soul (thy poor lonesome Soul) being stripped of all things in this World; cc c-crq p-acp n1 po21 n1 (po21 j j n1) vbg vvn pp-f d n2 p-acp d n1; (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 343
764 even the Body and all, shall come afore the great God, and Jesus Christ, what will the enquiry be? as Mat. 22. 11. When the King came in to see the Guests, he saw a Man had not the Wedding-garment; he spied him out: even the Body and all, shall come afore the great God, and jesus christ, what will the enquiry be? as Mathew 22. 11. When the King Come in to see the Guests, he saw a Man had not the wedding garment; he spied him out: av dt n1 cc d, vmb vvi p-acp dt j np1, cc np1 np1, r-crq vmb dt n1 vbi? p-acp np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2, pns31 vvd dt n1 vhd xx dt n1; pns31 vvd pno31 av: (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 343
765 And the Man was speechless, ver. 12. Take him and bind him, (says he) and cast him into utter darkness, ver. 13. The other that were clothed, were admitted unto the Marriage; And the Man was speechless, ver. 12. Take him and bind him, (Says he) and cast him into utter darkness, ver. 13. The other that were clothed, were admitted unto the Marriage; cc dt n1 vbds j, fw-la. crd vvb pno31 cc vvi pno31, (vvz pns31) cc vvd pno31 p-acp j n1, fw-la. crd dt n-jn cst vbdr vvn, vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1; (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 344
766 and, (as the Psalmist, the words of which are here alluded unto) She was brought unto the King (the very Title which in both these places is given to Christ: and, (as the Psalmist, the words of which Are Here alluded unto) She was brought unto the King (the very Title which in both these places is given to christ: cc, (c-acp dt n1, dt n2 pp-f r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp) pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 (dt j n1 r-crq p-acp d d n2 vbz vvn p-acp np1: (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 344
767 see ver. 11.) in Rayment of Needle-work, and this clothing is of God's working; and so my Text falls in with both: see for. 11.) in Raiment of Needlework, and this clothing is of God's working; and so my Text falls in with both: vvb p-acp. crd) p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc d vvg vbz pp-f npg1 vvg; cc av po11 n1 vvz p-acp p-acp d: (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 344
768 There is no admission unto Christ without it — This the first Ʋse. There is no admission unto christ without it — This the First Ʋse. pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pn31 — d dt ord vvi. (48) application (DIV2) 122 Page 344
769 Use II. Hath God began to work this good work in thee? he will perfect it: Use II Hath God began to work this good work in thee? he will perfect it: vvb crd vhz np1 vvd pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp pno21? pns31 vmb j pn31: (49) application (DIV2) 122 Page 344
770 whereof the Text gives this assurance, that he hath wrought it for this thing, that is, for this end, and God will not lose his end: whereof the Text gives this assurance, that he hath wrought it for this thing, that is, for this end, and God will not loose his end: c-crq dt n1 vvz d n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp d n1, cst vbz, p-acp d n1, cc np1 vmb xx vvi po31 n1: (49) application (DIV2) 123 Page 344
771 Besides, he says he hath given earnest. Beside, he Says he hath given earnest. a-acp, pns31 vvz pns31 vhz vvn j. (49) application (DIV2) 123 Page 344
772 Use III. Thou Saint, be content to live, for whilst thou livest, thou art under God's working in order unto Glory. Use III. Thou Saint, be content to live, for while thou Livest, thou art under God's working in order unto Glory. vvb np1. pns21 n1, vbb j pc-acp vvi, c-acp cs pns21 vv2, pns21 vb2r p-acp npg1 vvg p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (50) application (DIV2) 123 Page 344
773 Value life; 'tis a season of being wrought upon: Valve life; it's a season of being wrought upon: vvi n1; pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp: (50) application (DIV2) 124 Page 344
774 And to be sure, thou shalt live no longer, than whilst God is some way or other a working this. What an advantage is it, that all thy sins, occasioned by living long, shall surely be forgiven, And to be sure, thou shalt live no longer, than while God is Some Way or other a working this. What an advantage is it, that all thy Sins, occasioned by living long, shall surely be forgiven, cc pc-acp vbi j, pns21 vm2 vvi av-dx av-jc, cs cs np1 vbz d n1 cc j-jn dt j-vvg d. q-crq dt n1 vbz pn31, cst d po21 n2, vvn p-acp vvg av-j, vmb av-j vbi vvn, (50) application (DIV2) 124 Page 345
775 and nothing of thy score be uncut off for thee, but all the Righteousness that is wrought upon thee, and wrought by thee, (and therefore wrought by thee, because upon thee; for, being wrought upon, we work, and all is rather, God hath wrought us, than that we have wrought) All thy righteousness (I say) shall remain for ever. All the time thou remainest in this life, thy Soul is ripening, or maturing for Glory. and nothing of thy score be uncut off for thee, but all the Righteousness that is wrought upon thee, and wrought by thee, (and Therefore wrought by thee, Because upon thee; for, being wrought upon, we work, and all is rather, God hath wrought us, than that we have wrought) All thy righteousness (I say) shall remain for ever. All the time thou remainest in this life, thy Soul is ripening, or maturing for Glory. cc pix pp-f po21 n1 vbi j a-acp p-acp pno21, cc-acp d dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno21, cc j-vvn p-acp pno21, (cc av vvd p-acp pno21, c-acp p-acp pno21; p-acp, vbg vvn p-acp, pns12 vvb, cc d vbz av, np1 vhz vvn pno12, cs cst pns12 vhb vvn) d po21 n1 (pns11 vvb) vmb vvi p-acp av. d dt n1 pns21 vv2 p-acp d n1, po21 n1 vbz vvg, cc vvg p-acp n1. (50) application (DIV2) 124 Page 345
776 How great a comfort is that? In explicating the Doctrinal part, I gave Instance of a Child in the Womb curiously wrought all that time, in order to its living and subsisting afterwards in this World. How great a Comfort is that? In explicating the Doctrinal part, I gave Instance of a Child in the Womb curiously wrought all that time, in order to its living and subsisting afterwards in this World. c-crq j dt n1 vbz d? p-acp vvg dt j n1, pns11 vvd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av-j vvn d cst n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg cc vvg av p-acp d n1. (50) application (DIV2) 125 Page 345
777 'Tis a dark place, the Womb which the Child is wrought in; It's a dark place, the Womb which the Child is wrought in; pn31|vbz dt j n1, dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp; (50) application (DIV2) 125 Page 345
778 and it lives there in a stifled condition, it cannot breath, it takes nourishment but at the Navel, (a way invented and prepared of God meerly for that season) it lies boiling, tossing and tumbling, and it lives there in a stifled condition, it cannot breath, it Takes nourishment but At the Navel, (a Way invented and prepared of God merely for that season) it lies boiling, tossing and tumbling, cc pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt vvn n1, pn31 vmbx vvi, pn31 vvz n1 cc-acp p-acp dt n1, (dt n1 vvn cc vvn pp-f np1 av-j p-acp d n1) pn31 vvz vvg, vvg cc vvg, (50) application (DIV2) 125 Page 345
779 and sleeping away the most of its time, and gives now and then a faint stirring, to shew it is still alive; and sleeping away the most of its time, and gives now and then a faint stirring, to show it is still alive; cc vvg av dt ds pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz av cc av dt j n-vvg, pc-acp vvi pn31 vbz av j; (50) application (DIV2) 125 Page 345
780 and it is a life scarse worth the name of life: Well, but all this is a being wrought and fitted to live another, freer, and it is a life scarce worth the name of life: Well, but all this is a being wrought and fitted to live Another, freer, cc pn31 vbz dt n1 av-j j dt n1 pp-f n1: av, cc-acp d d vbz dt vbg vvn cc vvn pc-acp vvi j-jn, jc, (50) application (DIV2) 125 Page 345
781 and braver life in this Word. And this is your present case, your life is hid, it is to come; and braver life in this Word. And this is your present case, your life is hid, it is to come; cc jc n1 p-acp d n1. cc d vbz po22 j n1, po22 n1 vbz vvn, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi; (50) application (DIV2) 125 Page 346
782 all that you find in this World, is but [ that God hath wrought you for the self-like thing ] And if this Child we speak of should be forced out of the Womb afore the due time, it would have the more imperfect life in this World: all that you find in this World, is but [ that God hath wrought you for the self-like thing ] And if this Child we speak of should be forced out of the Womb afore the due time, it would have the more imperfect life in this World: d cst pn22 vvb p-acp d n1, vbz p-acp [ d np1 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp dt j n1 ] cc cs d n1 pns12 vvb pp-f vmd vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vmd vhi dt av-dc j n1 p-acp d n1: (50) application (DIV2) 125 Page 346
783 So here, if you could suppose a Saint should die afore the full birth of his Soul's being wrought on — Therefore be content to wait God's leisure until your change shall come. So Here, if you could suppose a Saint should die afore the full birth of his Soul's being wrought on — Therefore be content to wait God's leisure until your change shall come. av av, cs pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1 vvn p-acp — av vbb j pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 c-acp po22 n1 vmb vvi. (50) application (DIV2) 125 Page 346
784 Use IV. No matter what befals thee, so it works towards this end; Use IV. No matter what befalls thee, so it works towards this end; vvb np1 dx n1 r-crq vvz pno21, av pn31 n2 p-acp d n1; (51) application (DIV2) 125 Page 346
785 let whatever be, so thou findest God to go on with this design, that he works upon thy Soul; be it upward, in communion with himself, let whatever be, so thou Findest God to go on with this Design, that he works upon thy Soul; be it upward, in communion with himself, vvb r-crq vbb, av pns21 vv2 np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d n1, cst pns31 n2 p-acp po21 n1; vbb pn31 j, p-acp n1 p-acp px31, (51) application (DIV2) 126 Page 346
786 or downward, in disowning thy self, thy vileness and corruptions, so it works. Thou hast afflictions that break thy heart, (as reproach broke Christ's Heart, sayes the Psalmist in his name) no matter, so they work upon thy Soul. Know then, they are set awork by the hand that sent them, to work a far exceeding weight of Glory for thee: or downward, in disowning thy self, thy vileness and corruptions, so it works. Thou hast afflictions that break thy heart, (as reproach broke Christ's Heart, Says the Psalmist in his name) no matter, so they work upon thy Soul. Know then, they Are Set awork by the hand that sent them, to work a Far exceeding weight of Glory for thee: cc av-j, p-acp vvg po21 n1, po21 n1 cc n2, av pn31 vvz. pns21 vh2 n2 cst vvb po21 n1, (c-acp n1 vvd npg1 n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1) dx n1, av pns32 vvb p-acp po21 n1 vvb av, pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 cst vvd pno32, p-acp vvb dt av-j j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21: (51) application (DIV2) 126 Page 346
787 If by any means (says Paul) no matter what, so the work go on. If by any means (Says Paul) no matter what, so the work go on. cs p-acp d n2 (vvz np1) dx n1 r-crq, av dt n1 vvb a-acp. (51) application (DIV2) 126 Page 347
788 A Carver comes with his Chissels, and cuts off this piece, and cuts in to that part of the Stone: No matter; A Carver comes with his Chisels, and cuts off this piece, and cuts in to that part of the Stone: No matter; dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n2, cc vvz a-acp d n1, cc vvz p-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1: dx n1; (51) application (DIV2) 126 Page 347
789 a stately Statue bearing the Image of some Person of Honour, is to be set up for perpetuity, and is accordingly a framing: a stately Statue bearing the Image of Some Person of Honour, is to be Set up for perpetuity, and is accordingly a framing: dt j n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc vbz av-vvg av vvg: (51) application (DIV2) 126 Page 347
790 So though God carves his Image out of thy flesh, no matter. Comfort thy self, So though God carves his Image out of thy Flesh, no matter. Comfort thy self, av cs np1 vvz po31 n1 av pp-f po21 n1, dx n1. vvb po21 n1, (51) application (DIV2) 126 Page 347
791 and think not much at any condition, whilst (as St. Paul says) it turns to thy Salvation. and think not much At any condition, while (as Saint Paul Says) it turns to thy Salvation. cc vvb xx d p-acp d n1, cs (c-acp n1 np1 vvz) pn31 vvz p-acp po21 n1. (51) application (DIV2) 126 Page 347
792 Election sent thee not into this World to have a great Name (perhaps God will load it) nor to be rich, Election sent thee not into this World to have a great Name (perhaps God will load it) nor to be rich, n1 vvd pno21 xx p-acp d n1 pc-acp vhi dt j n1 (av np1 vmb vvi pn31) ccx pc-acp vbi j, (51) application (DIV2) 126 Page 347
793 or to have Power, but to work thee for this self-same thing; or to have Power, but to work thee for this selfsame thing; cc pc-acp vhi n1, cc-acp p-acp vvb pno21 p-acp d j n1; (51) application (DIV2) 126 Page 347
794 and if thou seest that Plough a going (though it makes deep furrows on thy back, yea heart) yet so, that this seed be sown therein, rejoyce, and if thou See that Plough a going (though it makes deep furrows on thy back, yea heart) yet so, that this seed be sown therein, rejoice, cc cs pns21 vv2 cst vvb dt vvg (c-acp pn31 vvz j-jn n2 p-acp po21 n1, uh n1) av av, cst d n1 vbi vvn av, vvb, (51) application (DIV2) 126 Page 347
795 for thou shalt bring thy sheaves with thee. for thou shalt bring thy sheaves with thee. c-acp pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n2 p-acp pno21. (51) application (DIV2) 126 Page 347
796 For my self, so that I find Election pursuing its design, of making me holy, and blessing me with spiritual blessing in heavenly places, (as Eph. 1. 4.) I care not (I would not care) what befals me in this World. FINIS. For my self, so that I find Election pursuing its Design, of making me holy, and blessing me with spiritual blessing in heavenly places, (as Ephesians 1. 4.) I care not (I would not care) what befalls me in this World. FINIS. p-acp po11 n1, av cst pns11 vvb n1 vvg po31 n1, pp-f vvg pno11 j, cc vvg pno11 p-acp j n1 p-acp j n2, (c-acp np1 crd crd) pns11 vvb xx (pns11 vmd xx vvi) r-crq vvz pno11 p-acp d n1. fw-la. (51) application (DIV2) 126 Page 347

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