The great salvation offered and tendered first, by Christ himself, and then by his holy apostles, with the inevitable destruction of all that neglect it : in the sermons, reprinted / by that eminent servant of Christ, Mr. Andrew Gray ...

Gray, Andrew, 1633-1656
Publisher: Printed by George Swintown and James Glen
Place of Publication: Edinburgh
Publication Year: 1694
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A41842 ESTC ID: R39448 STC ID: G1614
Subject Headings: Church of Scotland; Salvation; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A SERMON Concerning the GREAT SALVATION. A SERMON Concerning the GREAT SALVATION. dt n1 vvg dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 Heb. 2. 3. How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation, which at the first began to be spoken by the Lord, Hebrew 2. 3. How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation, which At the First began to be spoken by the Lord, np1 crd crd q-crq vmb pns12 vvi cs pns12 vvb av j n1, r-crq p-acp dt ord vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
2 and was confirmed unto us by them that heard him? and was confirmed unto us by them that herd him? cc vbds vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp pno32 cst vvd pno31? (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
3 THis everlasting Gospel which is preached unto you, is that glorious Star, which must lead us to the place where blessed Christ doth lye. THis everlasting Gospel which is preached unto you, is that glorious Star, which must led us to the place where blessed christ does lie. d j n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pn22, vbz d j n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 c-crq j-vvn np1 vdz vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 This Gospel and glad tidings of the great salvation, is come near unto you: This Gospel and glad tidings of the great salvation, is come near unto you: d n1 cc j n2 pp-f dt j n1, vbz vvn av-j p-acp pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 And Christ is standing at the everlasting doors of your hearts, desiring that ye would open unto him. And christ is standing At the everlasting doors of your hearts, desiring that you would open unto him. cc np1 vbz vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po22 n2, vvg cst pn22 vmd vvi p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
6 There is that one great request, which Heaven this day hath to present unto you, and it is; There is that one great request, which Heaven this day hath to present unto you, and it is; pc-acp vbz d crd j n1, r-crq n1 d n1 vhz p-acp j p-acp pn22, cc pn31 vbz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
7 that ye would at last embrace this great salvation freely offered by him. that you would At last embrace this great salvation freely offered by him. cst pn22 vmd p-acp ord vvi d j n1 av-j vvn p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
8 It is the thing for which ye are called to mourn this day, that since the dayes of your fathers, It is the thing for which you Are called to mourn this day, that since the days of your Father's, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d n1, cst p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
9 and since the beginning of your own dayes, ye have stopped your ears from the sweet and chaunting voice of this blessed Chamber. and since the beginning of your own days, you have stopped your ears from the sweet and chanting voice of this blessed Chamber. cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po22 d n2, pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2 p-acp dt j cc vvg n1 pp-f d j-vvn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
10 Ye would never dance to Christ when he piped: Neither would ye weep to him when he lamented. You would never dance to christ when he piped: Neither would you weep to him when he lamented. pn22 vmd av-x vvi p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vvd: av-dx vmd pn22 vvi p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
11 But to come to the words which we have read unto you: But to come to the words which we have read unto you: p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
12 The Apostle (in the former Chapter) had been discoursing most Divinely of the matchless and incomparable excellencies which are in our Lord Jesus: The Apostle (in the former Chapter) had been discoursing most Divinely of the matchless and incomparable excellencies which Are in our Lord jesus: dt n1 (p-acp dt j n1) vhd vbn vvg av-ds av-jn pp-f dt j cc j n2 r-crq vbr p-acp po12 n1 np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
13 And in the first verse of this second Chapter, he draweth forth an Exhortation from his former Doctrine, which in short is this, That they would take heed to the Blessed Doctrine of the Gospel, and not at any time to let it slip out of their minds; And in the First verse of this second Chapter, he draws forth an Exhortation from his former Doctrine, which in short is this, That they would take heed to the Blessed Doctrine of the Gospel, and not At any time to let it slip out of their minds; cc p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d ord n1, pns31 vvz av dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1, r-crq p-acp j vbz d, cst pns32 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, cc xx p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi av pp-f po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
14 and that they would keep this Gospel as a jewel of great price, and would not sell it, and that they would keep this Gospel as a jewel of great price, and would not fell it, cc cst pns32 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc vmd xx vvi pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
15 but that they would be induced to buy it. And this Exhortation he presseth by two Arguments. but that they would be induced to buy it. And this Exhortation he Presseth by two Arguments. cc-acp cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pn31. cc d n1 pns31 vvz p-acp crd n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
16 The first Argument is in the second verse, where he saith, If the word spoken by Angels was stedfast, The First Argument is in the second verse, where he Says, If the word spoken by Angels was steadfast, dt ord n1 vbz p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq pns31 vvz, cs dt n1 vvn p-acp n2 vbds j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
17 and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompence of reward, &c. This is, if the transgression of the Law which was delivered but by the Ministry of Angels, and every disobedience to it was so severely punished; and every Transgression and disobedience received a just recompense of reward, etc. This is, if the Transgression of the Law which was Delivered but by the Ministry of Angels, and every disobedience to it was so severely punished; cc d n1 cc n1 vvd dt j n1 pp-f n1, av d vbz, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc d n1 p-acp pn31 vbds av av-j vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
18 let that provoke you to take heed that ye transgress not the precious Gospel which was spoken by the Lord himself. let that provoke you to take heed that you transgress not the precious Gospel which was spoken by the Lord himself. vvb d vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi n1 cst pn22 vvb xx dt j n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
19 The second Argument is in the words which we have read unto you, and it is taken from the certain and infallible stroak of the justice of God, which shall come upon those who slight this great salvation; The second Argument is in the words which we have read unto you, and it is taken from the certain and infallible stroke of the Justice of God, which shall come upon those who slight this great salvation; dt ord n1 vbz p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pn22, cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp d r-crq j d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
20 it is impossible (saith he) that there can be a City of refuge for those who slight this great salvation. it is impossible (Says he) that there can be a city of refuge for those who slight this great salvation. pn31 vbz j (vvz pns31) d a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d r-crq j d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
21 Now in the words which we have read, there are these six things to be considered. Now in the words which we have read, there Are these six things to be considered. av p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, pc-acp vbr d crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
22 I. First, That is an evil incident to the hearers of this precious Gospel and great salvation, to slight and undervalue it: I. First, That is an evil incident to the hearers of this precious Gospel and great salvation, to slight and undervalue it: np1 ord, cst vbz dt j-jn j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1 cc j n1, p-acp j cc vvi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
23 This is clearly presupposed in the words; This is clearly presupposed in the words; d vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
24 otherwise there had been no ground or access for the Apostle to threaten so terrible things against the slighters of it. otherwise there had been no ground or access for the Apostle to threaten so terrible things against the slighters of it. av a-acp vhd vbn dx n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
25 II. The second thing to be considered in the words, is, that the stroak and ruine of those who slight this great salvation, is certain and infallable, it will surely come upon them; II The second thing to be considered in the words, is, that the stroke and ruin of those who slight this great salvation, is certain and infallible, it will surely come upon them; crd dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, vbz, cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d r-crq j d j n1, vbz j cc j, pn31 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
26 this is clear from those words, How shall we escape? As if he had said, there is no imaginable way for us to escape, this is clear from those words, How shall we escape? As if he had said, there is no imaginable Way for us to escape, d vbz j p-acp d n2, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi? c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pc-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
27 if we neglect (this) so great salvation; we may have a City of refuge when we are pursued by the Law, if we neglect (this) so great salvation; we may have a city of refuge when we Are pursued by the Law, cs pns12 vvb (d) av j n1; pns12 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
28 or when we are pursued other ways by the justice of God; or when we Are pursued other ways by the Justice of God; cc c-crq pns12 vbr vvn j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
29 but if once we slight this great salvation, there remaineth no city of refuge (no door of escape left open) unto us; but if once we slight this great salvation, there remains no City of refuge (no door of escape left open) unto us; cc-acp cs a-acp pns12 j d j n1, a-acp vvz dx n1 pp-f n1 (dx n1 pp-f n1 vvd j) p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
30 for where will the person flee that slighted this great salvation! III. There is this third thing whereof we shall take notice from the words, that the stroak of the justice of God cometh justly upon them who slight this great salvation; for where will the person flee that slighted this great salvation! III. There is this third thing whereof we shall take notice from the words, that the stroke of the Justice of God comes justly upon them who slight this great salvation; c-acp q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb cst vvd d j n1! np1. pc-acp vbz d ord n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n2, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz av-j p-acp pno32 r-crq n1 d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
31 and truly it is a most equal and reasonable stroak; and truly it is a most equal and reasonable stroke; cc av-j pn31 vbz dt av-ds j-jn cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
32 which is also clear from the words, How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation? where he puts it home to their consciences, which is also clear from the words, How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation? where he puts it home to their Consciences, r-crq vbz av j p-acp dt n2, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi cs pns12 vvb av j n1? c-crq pns31 vvz pn31 av-an p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
33 as if he had said, think ye not that it is just and righteous that (if ye slight the great salvation.) there should not be a door of escape left open unto you: as if he had said, think you not that it is just and righteous that (if you slight the great salvation.) there should not be a door of escape left open unto you: c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vvb pn22 xx cst pn31 vbz j cc j cst (cs pn22 vvi dt j n1.) a-acp vmd xx vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd j p-acp pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
34 He putteth the question home to their conscience to answer, yea, or no. He putteth the question home to their conscience to answer, yea, or no. pns31 vvz dt n1 av-an p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi, uh, cc uh-dx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
35 IV. The fourth thing to be considered in the words, is this, that the slighting this great salvation is a sin that hath many aggravations which attend and wait upon it. IV. The fourth thing to be considered in the words, is this, that the slighting this great salvation is a since that hath many aggravations which attend and wait upon it. np1 dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, vbz d, cst dt n-vvg d j n1 vbz dt n1 cst vhz d n2 r-crq vvb cc vvi p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
36 And it hath two great aggravations from the words which I have read; And it hath two great aggravations from the words which I have read; cc pn31 vhz crd j n2 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
37 the first great aggravation in that word of the Text, graet salvation; as if he had said, the First great aggravation in that word of the Text, graet salvation; as if he had said, dt ord j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, fw-la n1; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
38 if it were not a great salvation, you might have some cloak or excuse for your slighting of it; if it were not a great salvation, you might have Some cloak or excuse for your slighting of it; cs pn31 vbdr xx dt j n1, pn22 vmd vhi d n1 cc vvi p-acp po22 n-vvg pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
39 but seeing it is such a great and external salvation, there is now no cloak left for your sin. but seeing it is such a great and external salvation, there is now no cloak left for your since. cc-acp vvg pn31 vbz d dt j cc j n1, pc-acp vbz av dx n1 vvn p-acp po22 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
40 The second aggravation is from the certainty of this salvation, in these words, which at first began to be spoken by the Lord, The second aggravation is from the certainty of this salvation, in these words, which At First began to be spoken by the Lord, dt ord n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp d n2, r-crq p-acp ord vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
41 and confirmed unto us by those that heard him, viz. His Apostles; whereby he telleth them this great salvation is no notion nor fancy; and confirmed unto us by those that herd him, viz. His Apostles; whereby he Telleth them this great salvation is no notion nor fancy; cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d cst vvd pno31, n1 po31 n2; c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 d j n1 vbz dx n1 ccx n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
42 but a most certain, sure and real salvation, which yet they flight. but a most certain, sure and real salvation, which yet they flight. cc-acp dt av-ds j, j cc j n1, r-crq av pns32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
43 V. The fifth thing whereof we shall take notice from the words, is this, That there are no persons (be whom they will, Minister or people) who slight this great salvation, that shall have a door of escape. V. The fifth thing whereof we shall take notice from the words, is this, That there Are no Persons (be whom they will, Minister or people) who slight this great salvation, that shall have a door of escape. np1 dt ord n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n2, vbz d, cst a-acp vbr dx n2 (vbi r-crq pns32 vmb, n1 cc n1) r-crq j d j n1, cst vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
44 Hence it is that the Apostle putteth himself among the rest, saying, How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation? that is, How shall I Paul escape if I neglect so great salvation, Hence it is that the Apostle putteth himself among the rest, saying, How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation? that is, How shall I Paul escape if I neglect so great salvation, av pn31 vbz d dt n1 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1, vvg, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi cs pns12 vvb av j n1? cst vbz, q-crq vmb pns11 np1 vvi cs pns11 vvb av j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
45 and so frustrate the grace of God! VI. and so frustrate the grace of God! VI. cc av vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
46 Sixthly we would take notice of this from, the words, That not only heart-dispising of this great salvation, Sixthly we would take notice of this from, the words, That not only heart-despising of this great salvation, j pns12 vmd vvi n1 pp-f d p-acp, dt n2, cst xx av-j j pp-f d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 4
47 but even also the very neglecting of it hath a certain infallible and unspeakable ruine attending upon it. but even also the very neglecting of it hath a certain infallible and unspeakable ruin attending upon it. cc-acp av av dt j vvg pp-f pn31 vhz dt j j cc j n1 vvg p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 4
48 Now before we begin to speak to any of these six things, (which we have observed from these words) there are these two things whereunto we shall speak a little for clearing of the words; Now before we begin to speak to any of these six things, (which we have observed from these words) there Are these two things whereunto we shall speak a little for clearing of the words; av c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d pp-f d crd n2, (r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp d n2) pc-acp vbr d crd n2 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt j p-acp vvg pp-f dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
49 first, what is meant here by great salvation: Secondly, how it is said that Christ was the first preacher of it. First, what is meant Here by great salvation: Secondly, how it is said that christ was the First preacher of it. ord, r-crq vbz vvn av p-acp j n1: ord, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn cst np1 vbds dt ord n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
50 First, we conceive that by the great salvation is understood the Gospel, as is clear, Ephes. 1. 13. where it is called the Gospel of our salvation; First, we conceive that by the great salvation is understood the Gospel, as is clear, Ephesians 1. 13. where it is called the Gospel of our salvation; ord, pns12 vvb cst p-acp dt j n1 vbz vvn dt n1, c-acp vbz j, np1 crd crd c-crq pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
51 and Acts 13. 26. it is called the word of this salvation; and Acts 13. 26. it is called the word of this salvation; cc n2 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
52 so that by the words of this salvation is understood the Gosgel, and those precious offers which are contained in it. so that by the words of this salvation is understood the Gospel, and those precious offers which Are contained in it. av cst p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbz vvn dt n1, cc d j n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
53 And we conceive it may be called a great salvation, in these eight respects. And we conceive it may be called a great salvation, in these eight respects. cc pns12 vvb pn31 vmb vbi vvn dt j n1, p-acp d crd n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
54 I. First, it is called the great salvation in respect of the price which was laid down for it; I. First, it is called the great salvation in respect of the price which was laid down for it; np1 ord, pn31 vbz vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn a-acp p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 5
55 there being no less price laid down to purchase this great salvation, than the blood of the Son of God. there being no less price laid down to purchase this great salvation, than the blood of the Son of God. a-acp vbg av-dx dc n1 vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi d j n1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 5
56 From whence then doth salvation flow unto you? it comes running to you in a stream of the blood of the Son of God; From whence then does salvation flow unto you? it comes running to you in a stream of the blood of the Son of God; p-acp q-crq av vdz n1 vvi p-acp pn22? pn31 vvz vvg p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 5
57 this is clear, Heb. 9. 12. Neither by the blood of Goats and Calves, but by his own blood he entered in once into the holy place, having obtained eternal redemption for us. this is clear, Hebrew 9. 12. Neither by the blood of Goats and Calves, but by his own blood he entered in once into the holy place, having obtained Eternal redemption for us. d vbz j, np1 crd crd av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cc-acp p-acp po31 d n1 pns31 vvd p-acp a-acp p-acp dt j n1, vhg vvn j n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 5
58 II. Secondly, it is called a great salvation in respect of the many difficulties and oppositions which lie in the way of bringing it about. II Secondly, it is called a great salvation in respect of the many difficulties and oppositions which lie in the Way of bringing it about. crd ord, pn31 vbz vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt d n2 cc n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31 a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
59 What great impediments (suppose ye) lay in Christs way before he could accomplish and bring about this great salvation? Was not the Justice of God to be satisfied? was he not to dye, What great impediments (suppose you) lay in Christ Way before he could accomplish and bring about this great salvation? Was not the justice of God to be satisfied? was he not to die, q-crq j n2 (vvb pn22) vvd p-acp npg1 n1 c-acp pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp d j n1? vbds xx dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn? vbds pns31 xx pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
60 and to be made like unto one of us? was he not to lie in the grave? and was he not to bear the torments of hell before this great salvation could be accomplished and brought to pass? there were such impediments in the way of bringing about this great salvation, that if all the Angels in heaven had been set to work, they had been all crushed under it; and to be made like unto one of us? was he not to lie in the grave? and was he not to bear the torments of hell before this great salvation could be accomplished and brought to pass? there were such impediments in the Way of bringing about this great salvation, that if all the Angels in heaven had been Set to work, they had been all crushed under it; cc pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp crd pp-f pno12? vbds pns31 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1? cc vbds pns31 xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d j n1 vmd vbi vvn cc vvd pc-acp vvi? pc-acp vbdr d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d j n1, cst cs d dt n2 p-acp n1 vhd vbn vvn pc-acp vvi, pns32 vhd vbn av-d vvn p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
61 had it been but that one great impediment to satisfie the justice, and pacifie the wrath of God, had it been but that one great impediment to satisfy the Justice, and pacify the wrath of God, vhd pn31 vbn p-acp d crd j n1 p-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
62 even that was a pass, through which none could go but the eternal Son of God. even that was a pass, through which none could go but the Eternal Son of God. av cst vbds dt n1, p-acp r-crq pix vmd vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
63 It was so guarded, that none durst to adventure to enter it (much less could any win through it) save he onely who was mighty to save. III. It was so guarded, that none durst to adventure to enter it (much less could any win through it) save he only who was mighty to save. III. pn31 vbds av vvn, cst pix vvd pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 (av-d dc vmd d vvi p-acp pn31) c-acp pns31 av-j r-crq vbds j pc-acp vvi. np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
64 Thirdly, it is called a great salvation in respect of that high estimation which the Saints have of it. Thirdly, it is called a great salvation in respect of that high estimation which the Saints have of it. ord, pn31 vbz vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f cst j n1 r-crq dt n2 vhb pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 6
65 O what an high estimation have the Saints of this Gospel salvation! there is no mercy which they think comparable to this; O what an high estimation have the Saints of this Gospel salvation! there is no mercy which they think comparable to this; sy r-crq dt j n1 vhb dt n2 pp-f d n1 n1! pc-acp vbz dx n1 r-crq pns32 vvb j p-acp d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 6
66 all other mercies are but little Zoars in comparison of this great mercy and Gospel salvation. all other Mercies Are but little Zoars in comparison of this great mercy and Gospel salvation. d j-jn n2 vbr cc-acp j vvz p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1 cc n1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 6
67 IV. Fourthly, it is called a great salvation in respect of those noble effects which this salvation bringeth about and produceth. IV. Fourthly, it is called a great salvation in respect of those noble effects which this salvation brings about and Produceth. np1 ord, pn31 vbz vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d j n2 r-crq d n1 vvz a-acp cc vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
68 Some of the great effects of the Gospel, David hath cleared, Psa. 19. 7, 8, 9, 10. Is not this a great effect (of this Gospel salvation) to bring us out of nature into an estate of grace? And that is an effect of this great salvation. some of the great effects of the Gospel, David hath cleared, Psa. 19. 7, 8, 9, 10. Is not this a great Effect (of this Gospel salvation) to bring us out of nature into an estate of grace? And that is an Effect of this great salvation. d pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 vhz vvn, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd vbz xx d dt j n1 (pp-f d n1 n1) pc-acp vvi pno12 av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? cc cst vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
69 Is not this a great effect to make us who were enemies, become friends? And that is an effect of this great salvation. Is not this a great Effect to make us who were enemies, become Friends? And that is an Effect of this great salvation. vbz xx d dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 r-crq vbdr n2, vvb n2? cc cst vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
70 Is not this a great effect to make us who were moving in the way to hell, move in the way to heaven? And that is an effect of this great salvation. Is not this a great Effect to make us who were moving in the Way to hell, move in the Way to heaven? And that is an Effect of this great salvation. vbz xx d dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 r-crq vbdr vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1? cc cst vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
71 Is not this a great effect to make us who were far off, to be now made near? And yet that is an effect of this great salvation. Is not this a great Effect to make us who were Far off, to be now made near? And yet that is an Effect of this great salvation. vbz xx d dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 r-crq vbdr av-j a-acp, pc-acp vbi av vvd av-j? cc av cst vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
72 And is not this a great effect to make us who were darkness become light in the Lord? And that is the great effect of this Gospel-salvation. And is not this a great Effect to make us who were darkness become Light in the Lord? And that is the great Effect of this Gospel salvation. cc vbz xx d dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 r-crq vbdr n1 vvn n1 p-acp dt n1? cc d vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
73 Yea, I may say, time would fail me to tell all the great effects of this great salvation. Yea, I may say, time would fail me to tell all the great effects of this great salvation. uh, pns11 vmb vvi, n1 vmd vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi d dt j n2 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
74 But O will ye come and see, and that will best resolve the question unto you, what the noble effects of this great salvation are. But O will you come and see, and that will best resolve the question unto you, what the noble effects of this great salvation Are. p-acp np1 vmb pn22 vvb cc vvi, cc cst vmb av-js vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22, q-crq dt j n2 pp-f d j n1 vbr. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
75 V. Fifthly, it is called a great salvation in respect of the great advantages which do redound to the person who embraceth it. V. Fifthly, it is called a great salvation in respect of the great advantages which do redound to the person who Embraceth it. np1 ord, pn31 vbz vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n2 r-crq vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 6
76 First, is not heaven a noble advantage? and that is the gain which attendeth the embracers of this great salvation. First, is not heaven a noble advantage? and that is the gain which attends the embracers of this great salvation. ord, vbz xx n1 dt j n1? cc d vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n2 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 6
77 Secondly, Is not Jesus Christ a notable advantage? And yet he is the advantage which attendeth the embracers of this great salvation. 3dly, is not eternal communion with God a noble advantage? and that advantage attendeth the embracers of this great salvation. 4thly, is not eternal liberation from the body of death a great advantage? and that attendeth the embracers of this great salvation. Secondly, Is not jesus christ a notable advantage? And yet he is the advantage which attends the embracers of this great salvation. 3dly, is not Eternal communion with God a noble advantage? and that advantage attends the embracers of this great salvation. 4thly, is not Eternal liberation from the body of death a great advantage? and that attends the embracers of this great salvation. ord, vbz xx np1 np1 dt j n1? cc av pns31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n2 pp-f d j n1. j, vbz xx j n1 p-acp np1 dt j n1? cc d n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f d j n1. j, vbz xx j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 dt j n1? cc d vvz dt n2 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
78 Fifthly, is not eternal singing in the enjoyment of God a great advantage? and that attendeth the embracers of this salvation. Fifthly, is not Eternal singing in the enjoyment of God a great advantage? and that attends the embracers of this salvation. ord, vbz xx j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt j n1? cc d vvz dt n2 pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
79 Sixthly, is not eternal seeing of God as he is, a great and noble advantage? And yet this (as all the former) attendeth the embracers of this great salvation. Sixthly, is not Eternal seeing of God as he is, a great and noble advantage? And yet this (as all the former) attends the embracers of this great salvation. j, vbz xx j vvg pp-f np1 c-acp pns31 vbz, dt j cc j n1? cc av d (c-acp d dt j) vvz dt n2 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
80 Yea, would ye be rich? O then embrace this great salvation. Would ye be honourable? Come and embrace this great salvation. Yea, would you be rich? O then embrace this great salvation. Would you be honourable? Come and embrace this great salvation. uh, vmd pn22 vbi j? sy av vvi d j n1. vmd pn22 vbi j? np1 cc vvi d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
81 Would ye be eternally happy? O then come and partake of this great salvation. VI. Sixthly, it is called a great salvation in respect of all other salvations that ever were accomplished. Would you be eternally happy? O then come and partake of this great salvation. VI. Sixthly, it is called a great salvation in respect of all other salvations that ever were accomplished. vmd pn22 vbi av-j j? sy av vvn cc vvi pp-f d j n1. crd. j, pn31 vbz vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d j-jn n2 cst av vbdr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
82 There was never a salvation or victory obtained by any General or Captain (unto a Land or people) that could have the name of great salvation in comparison of this. There was never a salvation or victory obtained by any General or Captain (unto a Land or people) that could have the name of great salvation in comparison of this. pc-acp vbds av-x dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 (p-acp dt n1 cc n1) cst vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 7
83 VII. Seventhly, it is called a great salvation in respect of the authority of it; we have spoken of the greatness (as to the meritorious cause) of it, VII. Seventhly, it is called a great salvation in respect of the Authority of it; we have spoken of the greatness (as to the meritorious cause) of it, np1. crd, pn31 vbz vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31; pns12 vhb vvn pp-f dt n1 (c-acp p-acp dt j n1) pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 7
84 and how great things it doth effectuate; and also in respect of the authority of it, it is a great salvation. and how great things it does effectuate; and also in respect of the Authority of it, it is a great salvation. cc c-crq j n2 pn31 vdz vvi; cc av p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 7
85 Would you know who is the Author of this great salvation? it is Christ. Would you know who is the Author of this great salvation? it is christ. vmd pn22 vvi r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1? pn31 vbz np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 7
86 Hebr. 5. 9. He became the Author of eternal salvation to all them that obey him. Hebrew 5. 9. He became the Author of Eternal salvation to all them that obey him. np1 crd crd pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp d pno32 cst vvb pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 7
87 And must not this salvation be sutable to him who is the Author of it? this is one of the most noble and irradiant beams of the Majesty of the Son of God the Mediator, that he is the Author of this great salvation. VII. Eighthly, it is called a great salvation in respect of the continuance and duration of it. And must not this salvation be suitable to him who is the Author of it? this is one of the most noble and irradiant beams of the Majesty of the Son of God the Mediator, that he is the Author of this great salvation. VII. Eighthly, it is called a great salvation in respect of the Continuance and duration of it. cc vmb xx d n1 vbi j p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31? d vbz pi pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. np1. j, pn31 vbz vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 7
88 It is not a salvation which is but for a day; but it is an eternal salvation, Hebr. 9. 12. He obtained eternal Redemption for us. It is not a salvation which is but for a day; but it is an Eternal salvation, Hebrew 9. 12. He obtained Eternal Redemption for us. pn31 vbz xx dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1; cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, np1 crd crd pns31 vvd j n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 8
89 Now the second thing whereunto we shall speak for clearing of the words, is this, viz. How it is said that Christ was the first preacher of this eternal salvation. Now the second thing whereunto we shall speak for clearing of the words, is this, viz. How it is said that christ was the First preacher of this Eternal salvation. av dt ord n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp vvg pp-f dt n2, vbz d, n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn cst np1 vbds dt ord n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 8
90 We do not think that the words are thus to be understood, that the Gospel and this great salvation was never preached before Christ came in the flesh; We do not think that the words Are thus to be understood, that the Gospel and this great salvation was never preached before christ Come in the Flesh; pns12 vdb xx vvi cst dt n2 vbr av pc-acp vbi vvn, cst dt n1 cc d j n1 vbds av-x vvn p-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 8
91 but we think the meaning of the words may be one of these three: if not all of them. but we think the meaning of the words may be one of these three: if not all of them. cc-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vmb vbi crd pp-f d crd: cs xx d pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 8
92 I. First, That all the preaching of this great salvation under the Law, did come very far short in the point of fulness, in comparison of Christs preaching of it; I. First, That all the preaching of this great salvation under the Law, did come very Far short in the point of fullness, in comparison of Christ preaching of it; np1 ord, cst d dt vvg pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt n1, vdd vvi av av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 vvg pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 8
93 therefore is Christ said to be the first preacher of this great salvation; as if he had said, I know Adam he preached of this great salvation; Therefore is christ said to be the First preacher of this great salvation; as if he had said, I know Adam he preached of this great salvation; av vbz np1 vvd pc-acp vbi dt ord n1 pp-f d j n1; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vvb np1 pns31 vvd pp-f d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 8
94 and Enoch he preached of this great salvation; and the twelve Patriarchs they preached of this great salvation; and Enoch he preached of this great salvation; and the twelve Patriarchs they preached of this great salvation; cc np1 pns31 vvd pp-f d j n1; cc dt crd n2 pns32 vvd pp-f d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 8
95 and all the Prophets who went before Christ, and are now in heaven, they preached of this great salvation; and all the prophets who went before christ, and Are now in heaven, they preached of this great salvation; cc d dt n2 r-crq vvd p-acp np1, cc vbr av p-acp n1, pns32 vvd pp-f d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 8
96 but all their preaching deserved not the name of preaching in comparison of Christs; for never man spake as he spake. but all their preaching deserved not the name of preaching in comparison of Christ; for never man spoke as he spoke. cc-acp d po32 vvg j-vvn xx dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1 pp-f npg1; p-acp av-x n1 vvd c-acp pns31 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 8
97 Thus Christ was the first great preacher of this great salvation. Thus christ was the First great preacher of this great salvation. av np1 vbds dt ord j n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 8
98 II. Secondly, This may be the meaning of it, that Christ was the first preacher of this great salvation in respect of his clear way of preaching of it; II Secondly, This may be the meaning of it, that christ was the First preacher of this great salvation in respect of his clear Way of preaching of it; crd ord, d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst np1 vbds dt ord n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1 pp-f vvg pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 8
99 for he was the first preacher of it without types and shadows; for he was the First preacher of it without types and shadows; c-acp pns31 vbds dt ord n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 8
100 he was the first preacher of it clearly and fully, with so much demonstration and power of the Spirit. III. he was the First preacher of it clearly and Fully, with so much demonstration and power of the Spirit. III. pns31 vbds dt ord n1 pp-f pn31 av-j cc av-j, p-acp av d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 8
101 Thirdly, The meaning of this (that Christ was the first preacher of this great salvation) may relate to his appearing to Adam in Paradise when he became the first and great preacher of this salvation, Thirdly, The meaning of this (that christ was the First preacher of this great salvation) may relate to his appearing to Adam in Paradise when he became the First and great preacher of this salvation, ord, dt n1 pp-f d (cst np1 vbds dt ord n1 pp-f d j n1) vmb vvi p-acp po31 vvg p-acp np1 p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vvd dt ord cc j n1 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 9
102 when he did speak that word unto him, The seed of the woman shall tread down the head of the Serpent. when he did speak that word unto him, The seed of the woman shall tread down the head of the Serpent. c-crq pns31 vdd vvi d n1 p-acp pno31, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 9
103 The first glorious preaching of this great salvation was when Christ preached to Adam in Paradise. The First glorious preaching of this great salvation was when christ preached to Adam in Paradise. dt ord j vvg pp-f d j n1 vbds c-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 9
104 And that was the first and glorious morning of this blessed Gospel. And that was the First and glorious morning of this blessed Gospel. cc cst vbds dt ord cc j n1 pp-f d j-vvn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 9
105 Now we shall speak a little to the first of these six things which we have observed from these words; viz. Now we shall speak a little to the First of these six things which we have observed from these words; viz. av pns12 vmb vvi dt j p-acp dt ord pp-f d crd n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp d n2; n1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 9
106 That there are many within the visible Church who are neglecters and slighters of this great salvation; (do ye not all take with it?) it is clear, Matth. 23 towards the close; That there Are many within the visible Church who Are neglecters and slighters of this great salvation; (do you not all take with it?) it is clear, Matthew 23 towards the close; d a-acp vbr d p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vbr n2 cc n2 pp-f d j n1; (vdb pn22 xx d vvi p-acp pn31?) pn31 vbz j, np1 crd p-acp dt j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
107 and chap. 20. 5. where those persons being invited to come to the marriage, or feast of the Gospel, it is said of them they made light of it; and chap. 20. 5. where those Persons being invited to come to the marriage, or feast of the Gospel, it is said of them they made Light of it; cc n1 crd crd n1 d n2 vbg vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f pno32 pns32 vvd n1 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
108 which are the same words in our Text: which Are the same words in our Text: r-crq vbr dt d n2 p-acp po12 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
109 And Luke 14. 18. when they were invited to come, it is said, They all with one consent began to make their excuse; And Lycia 14. 18. when they were invited to come, it is said, They all with one consent began to make their excuse; cc av crd crd c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbz vvn, pns32 d p-acp crd n1 vvd pc-acp vvi po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
110 and Isa. 28. 2. This is the rest wherewith ye shall make the weary to rest, this is the refreshing; yet they will not hear. and Isaiah 28. 2. This is the rest wherewith you shall make the weary to rest, this is the refreshing; yet they will not hear. cc np1 crd crd d vbz dt n1 c-crq pn22 vmb vvi dt j pc-acp vvi, d vbz dt n-vvg; av pns32 vmb xx vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
111 Now is there a person here, who dare deny this charge, that he is a slighter of this great salvation? I confess I am afraid that you will not take with it; Now is there a person Here, who Dare deny this charge, that he is a slighter of this great salvation? I confess I am afraid that you will not take with it; av vbz pc-acp dt n1 av, r-crq vvb vvi d n1, cst pns31 vbz dt jc pp-f d j n1? pns11 vvb pns11 vbm j cst pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
112 therefore I shall propose eight sorts of persons who are slighters of this great salvation, Therefore I shall propose eight sorts of Persons who Are slighters of this great salvation, av pns11 vmb vvi crd n2 pp-f n2 r-crq vbr n2 pp-f d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
113 and I charge you as you will answer to God one day, that you search your hearts, and I charge you as you will answer to God one day, that you search your hearts, cc pns11 vvb pn22 c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 crd n1, cst pn22 vvb po22 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
114 whether you be among the number (in the catalogue) of the slighters of this great salvation. whither you be among the number (in the catalogue) of the slighters of this great salvation. cs pn22 vbb p-acp dt n1 (p-acp dt n1) pp-f dt n2 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
115 I. The first sort of persons who are slighters of this great salvation, are those persons who go about to establish their own righteousness, I. The First sort of Persons who Are slighters of this great salvation, Are those Persons who go about to establish their own righteousness, np1 dt ord n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vbr n2 pp-f d j n1, vbr d n2 r-crq vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi po32 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 9
116 and will not submit to the righteousness of Christ; (in a word) it is that sort of persons who think they may win to heaven by a Covenant of Works, and will not submit to the righteousness of christ; (in a word) it is that sort of Persons who think they may win to heaven by a Covenant of Works, cc vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (p-acp dt n1) pn31 vbz cst n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vvb pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 10
117 and will not take the Gospels way of travelling to heaven in the Covenant of Grace. and will not take the Gospels Way of traveling to heaven in the Covenant of Grace. cc vmb xx vvi dt ng1 n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 10
118 And surely there is not a person here who hath not that cursed inclination to be as little obliged to Christ (for his salvation) as he can; And surely there is not a person Here who hath not that cursed inclination to be as little obliged to christ (for his salvation) as he can; cc av-j a-acp vbz xx dt n1 av r-crq vhz xx d j-vvn n1 pc-acp vbi c-acp av-j vvn p-acp np1 (c-acp po31 n1) c-acp pns31 vmb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 10
119 we would go to heaven without the way, which is Christ. we would go to heaven without the Way, which is christ. pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 10
120 And (believe me) there are many in this Congregation who go thus about to establish their own righteousness. And (believe me) there Are many in this Congregation who go thus about to establish their own righteousness. cc (vvb pno11) a-acp vbr d p-acp d n1 r-crq vvb av p-acp pc-acp vvi po32 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 10
121 And I shall propose six sorts of persons who fall under this first rank. And I shall propose six sorts of Persons who fallen under this First rank. cc pns11 vmb vvi crd n2 pp-f n2 r-crq vvb p-acp d ord n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 10
122 1. The first sort are those who trust on their own civility, and think that will carry them to heaven; 1. The First sort Are those who trust on their own civility, and think that will carry them to heaven; crd dt ord n1 vbr d r-crq vvb p-acp po32 d n1, cc vvb cst vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
123 those are the persons who go about to establish their own righteousness. those Are the Persons who go about to establish their own righteousness. d vbr dt n2 r-crq vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi po32 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
124 Say they, I defie the world to say any thing to me, I was overmore an honest man and I trust therefore that I shall go to heaven; Say they, I defy the world to say any thing to me, I was overmore an honest man and I trust Therefore that I shall go to heaven; n1 pns32, pns11 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno11, pns11 vbds av dt j n1 cc pns11 vvb av cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
125 but I say to thee, (O Atheist that thou art) thou shalt never win to heaven by those means, till thou come to Christ with this, All my righteousness is like filthy rags. but I say to thee, (Oh Atheist that thou art) thou shalt never win to heaven by those means, till thou come to christ with this, All my righteousness is like filthy rags. cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, (uh n1 cst pns21 vb2r) pns21 vm2 av-x vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, c-acp pns21 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp d, d po11 n1 vbz av-j j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
126 2. The second sort are those who build their confidence upon their denial of their good Works, 2. The second sort Are those who built their confidence upon their denial of their good Works, crd dt ord n1 vbr d r-crq vvb po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f po32 j vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 10
127 but yet come never this length to make use of Jesus Christ. 3. The third sort are those who build their confidence upon their duties; but yet come never this length to make use of jesus christ. 3. The third sort Are those who built their confidence upon their duties; cc-acp av vvb av d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f np1 np1. crd dt ord n1 vbr d r-crq vvb po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 10
128 they think they will come to heaven by their good prayers, by their reading, and by their fasting, (like unto that Pharisee, Luke 18. 11.) I thank God I am not like other men; they think they will come to heaven by their good Prayers, by their reading, and by their fasting, (like unto that Pharisee, Lycia 18. 11.) I thank God I am not like other men; pns32 vvb pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n2, p-acp po32 n-vvg, cc p-acp po32 n-vvg, (av-j p-acp cst np1, av crd crd) pns11 vvb np1 pns11 vbm xx av-j j-jn n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 10
129 for I fast twice in the week, I pay tithes of all that I possess: for I fast twice in the Week, I pay Tithes of all that I possess: c-acp pns11 av-j av p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb n2 pp-f d cst pns11 vvb: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 10
130 But I say unto thee, thy duties will never bring thee to heaven if Christ he not the end of all thy duties, But I say unto thee, thy duties will never bring thee to heaven if christ he not the end of all thy duties, cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, po21 n2 vmb av-x vvi pno21 p-acp n1 cs np1 pns31 xx dt n1 pp-f d po21 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 10
131 nor can you perform a duty without him ▪ nor can you perform a duty without him ▪ ccx vmb pn22 vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31 ▪ (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 10
132 4, The fourth sort of Persons who fall under this first rank of slighters of the great salvation, are those who trust on their convictions; 4, The fourth sort of Persons who fallen under this First rank of slighters of the great salvation, Are those who trust on their convictions; crd, dt ord n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vvb p-acp d ord n1 pp-f n2 pp-f dt j n1, vbr d r-crq vvb p-acp po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 10
133 if they have once been convinced of their sin and miserable estate, they think there is no more to do, Christ will never reject them, if they have once been convinced of their since and miserable estate, they think there is no more to do, christ will never reject them, cs pns32 vhb a-acp vbn vvn pp-f po32 n1 cc j n1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbz dx dc pc-acp vdi, np1 vmb av-x vvi pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 11
134 so they sit down and build their hope upon those convictions. 5. The fifth sort of persons are those who build their confidence upon their resolutions; so they fit down and built their hope upon those convictions. 5. The fifth sort of Persons Are those who built their confidence upon their resolutions; av pns32 vvb a-acp cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp d n2. crd dt ord n1 pp-f n2 vbr d r-crq vvb po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 11
135 say they, oftentimes I have resolved to be a better man than I am, therefore I think (which is the fearful delusion of many) that God will accept the will for the deed; say they, oftentimes I have resolved to be a better man than I am, Therefore I think (which is the fearful delusion of many) that God will accept the will for the deed; vvb pns32, av pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vbi dt jc n1 cs pns11 vbm, av pns11 vvb (r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f d) cst np1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 11
136 but it had been good for many such a word had not been in the Bible; but it had been good for many such a word had not been in the bible; p-acp pn31 vhd vbn j p-acp d d dt n1 vhd xx vbn p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 11
137 or that their cursed eyes had never read it. or that their cursed eyes had never read it. cc cst po32 j-vvn n2 vhd av-x vvn pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 11
138 But know this that though thou hadst as strong resolutions as Peter, or as good wishes as Balaams had, But know this that though thou Hadst as strong resolutions as Peter, or as good wishes as Balaams had, cc-acp vvb d d cs pns21 vhd2 c-acp j n2 p-acp np1, cc p-acp j n2 c-acp npg1 vhd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 11
139 if thou never labour to bring them to practice, God shall say to thee, Depart from me, I know you not: if thou never labour to bring them to practice, God shall say to thee, Depart from me, I know you not: cs pns21 av-x vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, vvb p-acp pno11, pns11 vvb pn22 xx: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 11
140 Any of you who build upon your resolutions, you will build upon a sandy foundation, these being many times a goodness but like the morning dew, Any of you who built upon your resolutions, you will built upon a sandy Foundation, these being many times a Goodness but like the morning due, d pp-f pn22 r-crq vvb p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, d vbg av-d av dt n1 cc-acp av-j dt n1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 11
141 6. And the sixth sort of persons who fall under this first rank of slighters of the great salvation (and wherein the evil is most subtil) are those who build their salvation upon their graces; 6. And the sixth sort of Persons who fallen under this First rank of slighters of the great salvation (and wherein the evil is most subtle) Are those who built their salvation upon their graces; crd cc dt ord n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vvb p-acp d ord n1 pp-f n2 pp-f dt j n1 (cc c-crq dt n-jn vbz av-ds j) vbr d r-crq vvb po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 11
142 these also go about to establish their own righteousness; these also go about to establish their own righteousness; d av vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi po32 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 11
143 but I say to such, Their graces cannot be the foundation of their hope, though they may be as evidences to strengthen their hope. but I say to such, Their graces cannot be the Foundation of their hope, though they may be as evidences to strengthen their hope. cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d, po32 n2 vmbx vbi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cs pns32 vmb vbi c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 11
144 Now are there none here who fall under this first rank of slighters of the great salvation? or are there none here who will confess that they have gone about to establish their own righteousness? I say to thee who wilt confess, put a rope about thy neck, and come to Christ; Now Are there none Here who fallen under this First rank of slighters of the great salvation? or Are there none Here who will confess that they have gone about to establish their own righteousness? I say to thee who wilt confess, put a rope about thy neck, and come to christ; av vbr pc-acp pix av q-crq vvb p-acp d ord n1 pp-f n2 pp-f dt j n1? cc vbr a-acp pix av r-crq vmb vvi cst pns32 vhb vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi po32 d n1? pns11 vvb p-acp pno21 r-crq vm2 vvi, vvd dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 11
145 for he is a merciful King: for he is a merciful King: c-acp pns31 vbz dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 11
146 I say to thee, Come to Christ with this, All my righteousness is like filthy rags; I say to thee, Come to christ with this, All my righteousness is like filthy rags; pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, vvb p-acp np1 p-acp d, d po11 n1 vbz av-j j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 11
147 and if thou wilt come with this in sincerity, he shall say, Bring forth the white robe and put upon him. and if thou wilt come with this in sincerity, he shall say, Bring forth the white robe and put upon him. cc cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp d p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi, vvb av dt j-jn n1 cc vvi p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 11
148 If thou canst be brought to speak that in sincerity to Christ, there shall be no more betwixt Christ and thee, If thou Canst be brought to speak that in sincerity to christ, there shall be no more betwixt christ and thee, cs pns21 vm2 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cst p-acp n1 p-acp np1, a-acp vmb vbi dx dc p-acp np1 cc pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 12
149 but Come and cloath him with the whole robe. but Come and cloth him with the Whole robe. cc-acp vvb cc n1 pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 12
150 II. Secondly, Those persons slight the great salvation, who delay their taking hold of the precious offers of the Gospel: II Secondly, Those Persons slight the great salvation, who Delay their taking hold of the precious offers of the Gospel: crd ord, d n2 j dt j n1, r-crq vvb po32 n-vvg vvb pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
151 for there are many (when we preach this Gospel, and when we hold out the great salvation to them) who say, I will follow Christ, but I must first go home and bury my father; for there Are many (when we preach this Gospel, and when we hold out the great salvation to them) who say, I will follow christ, but I must First go home and bury my father; c-acp a-acp vbr d (c-crq pns12 vvb d n1, cc c-crq pns12 vvb av dt j n1 p-acp pno32) r-crq vvb, pns11 vmb vvi np1, cc-acp pns11 vmb ord vvi av-an cc vvb po11 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
152 (and so they delay to take hold of this great salvation) But I say to you (whoever you be) that thus delay to take hold on this great salvation, you are the slighters of it. (and so they Delay to take hold of this great salvation) But I say to you (whoever you be) that thus Delay to take hold on this great salvation, you Are the slighters of it. (cc av pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d j n1) cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 (r-crq pn22 vbb) cst av n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d j n1, pn22 vbr dt n2 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
153 Is there a person within these doors who dare but acknowledge that he hath slighted this great salvation, Is there a person within these doors who Dare but acknowledge that he hath slighted this great salvation, vbz pc-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp vvi cst pns31 vhz vvn d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
154 and delayed to embrace it? O tell me what do your consciences speak! and delayed to embrace it? O tell me what do your Consciences speak! cc vvd pc-acp vvi pn31? sy vvb pno11 r-crq vdb po22 n2 vvb! (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
155 Are there any but they most acknowledge they come under this second rank? And I say, to you who have thus delayed, will you yet embrace it? I say even unto you who are old men (now past sixty years, are there any but they most acknowledge they come under this second rank? And I say, to you who have thus delayed, will you yet embrace it? I say even unto you who Are old men (now passed sixty Years, vbr pc-acp d p-acp pns32 ds vvi pns32 vvb p-acp d ord n1? cc pns11 vvb, p-acp pn22 r-crq vhb av vvn, vmb pn22 av vvi pn31? pns11 vvb av p-acp pn22 r-crq vbr j n2 (av p-acp crd n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
156 and have slighted this great salvation so long) yet this day this great salvation is offered unto you: and have slighted this great salvation so long) yet this day this great salvation is offered unto you: cc vhb vvn d j n1 av av-j) av d n1 d j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
157 What say you to it? O what do you say to this offer? Are ye saying, I must now delay (and not receive this great salvation) till my Harvest be by and over? I say unto thee, that the Harvest of the wrath of God is ripe, What say you to it? O what do you say to this offer? are you saying, I must now Delay (and not receive this great salvation) till my Harvest be by and over? I say unto thee, that the Harvest of the wrath of God is ripe, q-crq vvb pn22 p-acp pn31? sy q-crq vdb pn22 vvi p-acp d n1? vbr pn22 vvg, pns11 vmb av vvi (cc xx vvi d j n1) c-acp po11 n1 vbb p-acp cc a-acp? pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
158 and he shall put in his sickle, and cut thee down. and he shall put in his fickle, and Cut thee down. cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvb pno21 a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
159 I will say no more to those who thus slight this great salvation, but this, Why 〈 ◊ 〉 and ye all the day in the Market place idle, and doing nothing. I will say no more to those who thus slight this great salvation, but this, Why 〈 ◊ 〉 and you all the day in the Market place idle, and doing nothing. pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp d r-crq av j d j n1, cc-acp d, uh-crq 〈 sy 〉 cc pn22 d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 n1 j, cc vdg pi2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
160 O will you at last be induced to take and embrace this great salvation before it be hid from your eyes. III. Oh will you At last be induced to take and embrace this great salvation before it be hid from your eyes. III. uh vmb pn22 p-acp ord vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j n1 p-acp pn31 vbb vvn p-acp po22 n2. np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
161 Thirdly, Those persons are the slighters of this great salvation, who complement with Christ when they are invited to come and partake of it: Thirdly, Those Persons Are the slighters of this great salvation, who compliment with christ when they Are invited to come and partake of it: ord, d n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f d j n1, r-crq n1 p-acp np1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi pp-f pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
162 And say silently (to the Minister, or rather to their own consciences) I pray you have me excused at this time; And say silently (to the Minister, or rather to their own Consciences) I pray you have me excused At this time; cc vvb av-j (p-acp dt n1, cc av-c p-acp po32 d n2) pns11 vvb pn22 vhb pno11 vvn p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
163 as those, Luke 14. 18. But I would only ask of such, Have you any lawful excuse why you will not come and partake of this great salvatiou? is there any person here that hath any lawful excuse to present? I shall never take that off your hand, Have me excused. But be sure of this, I shall never excuse you, but accuse you; as those, Lycia 14. 18. But I would only ask of such, Have you any lawful excuse why you will not come and partake of this great salvatiou? is there any person Here that hath any lawful excuse to present? I shall never take that off your hand, Have me excused. But be sure of this, I shall never excuse you, but accuse you; p-acp d, av crd crd p-acp pns11 vmd av-j vvi pp-f d, vhb pn22 d j n1 c-crq pn22 vmb xx vvi cc vvi pp-f d j n1? vbz pc-acp d n1 av cst vhz d j n1 pc-acp vvi? pns11 vmb av-x vvi cst p-acp po22 n1, vhb pno11 vvn. p-acp vbi j pp-f d, pns11 vmb av-x vvi pn22, cc-acp vvb pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 13
164 therefore I desire that those persons who have slighted the great salvation, by complementing with Christ, that they would complement no more with him at all, but now embrace it. Therefore I desire that those Persons who have slighted the great salvation, by Complimenting with christ, that they would compliment no more with him At all, but now embrace it. av pns11 vvb cst d n2 r-crq vhb vvn dt j n1, p-acp j-vvg p-acp np1, cst pns32 vmd vvi av-dx dc p-acp pno31 p-acp d, cc-acp av vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 13
165 IV. The fourth sort of persons who slight this great salvation, are these who give way to discouragements and unbelief, IV. The fourth sort of Persons who slight this great salvation, Are these who give Way to discouragements and unbelief, np1 dt ord n1 pp-f n2 r-crq j d j n1, vbr d r-crq vvb n1 p-acp n2 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 13
166 so that they will not come and partake of this great salvation: I say, such of you are slighters of it, and Christ will esteem you such. so that they will not come and partake of this great salvation: I say, such of you Are slighters of it, and christ will esteem you such. av cst pns32 vmb xx vvi cc vvi pp-f d j n1: pns11 vvb, d pp-f pn22 vbr n2 pp-f pn31, cc np1 vmb vvi pn22 d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 13
167 Oh if ye knew the worth and vertue of this great salvation, there would not be a temptation (you could meet with) that would hinder you from embracing it, O if you knew the worth and virtue of this great salvation, there would not be a temptation (you could meet with) that would hinder you from embracing it, uh cs pn22 vvd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1, pc-acp vmd xx vbi dt n1 (pn22 vmd vvi p-acp) cst vmd vvi pn22 p-acp vvg pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 13
168 but if thou couldst not answer these temptations, thou wouldst not own them. but if thou Couldst not answer these temptations, thou Wouldst not own them. cc-acp cs pns21 vmd2 xx vvi d n2, pns21 vmd2 xx vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 13
169 I say unto such undervaluers and slighters of the great salvation as discouraged persons. ( And those who stay long in the place of the breaking forth of children ) that when you cannot answer your objections, which hinder you from closing with Christ, I entreat you disown them, I say unto such undervaluers and slighters of the great salvation as discouraged Persons. (And those who stay long in the place of the breaking forth of children) that when you cannot answer your objections, which hinder you from closing with christ, I entreat you disown them, pns11 vvb p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 c-acp vvn n2. (cc d r-crq vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg av pp-f n2) cst c-crq pn22 vmbx vvi po22 n2, r-crq vvb pn22 p-acp vvg p-acp np1, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 13
170 as if ye heard them not: Say ye, Think ye this lawful? I say it is both lawful and expedient, as if you herd them not: Say you, Think you this lawful? I say it is both lawful and expedient, c-acp cs pn22 vvd pno32 xx: vvb pn22, vvb pn22 d j? pns11 vvb pn31 vbz av-d j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 13
171 for it was the practice of believing Abraham; He considered not his own body being dry as an old stick, nor the deadness of Sarahs womb. He did not consider these things which might have been objections to keep him from believing. for it was the practice of believing Abraham; He considered not his own body being dry as an old stick, nor the deadness of Sarahs womb. He did not Consider these things which might have been objections to keep him from believing. c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f vvg np1; pns31 vvd xx po31 d n1 vbg j p-acp dt j n1, ccx dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. pns31 vdd xx vvi d n2 r-crq vmd vhi vbn n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 13
172 He might have started at these two objections; Alas, I am old; and that objections could he not answer; He might have started At these two objections; Alas, I am old; and that objections could he not answer; pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp d crd n2; uh, pns11 vbm j; cc d n2 vmd pns31 xx vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 13
173 and my wife is past child-bearing; neither could he answer that objection. What then did he with them? He slighted them both, and considered them not. and my wife is passed childbearing; neither could he answer that objection. What then did he with them? He slighted them both, and considered them not. cc po11 n1 vbz p-acp vvg; av-dx vmd pns31 vvi d n1. q-crq av vdd pns31 p-acp pno32? pns31 vvd pno32 d, cc vvd pno32 xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 13
174 Secondly, I would say this to you who thus slight it because of discouragements; Secondly, I would say this to you who thus slight it Because of discouragements; ord, pns11 vmd vvi d p-acp pn22 r-crq av j pn31 c-acp pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 14
175 If ye did know the worth of the great salvation which is in this Gospel redemption that is offered unto you, If you did know the worth of the great salvation which is in this Gospel redemption that is offered unto you, cs pn22 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp d n1 n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 14
176 although ye had an army of objections to go through, ye would go through them all, To get a drink of the water of this well of Bethlehem. although you had an army of objections to go through, you would go through them all, To get a drink of the water of this well of Bethlehem. cs pn22 vhd dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, pn22 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 d, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d av pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 14
177 V. The fifth sort of persons who slight his great salvation, are those who will not do so much as take care, V. The fifth sort of Persons who slight his great salvation, Are those who will not do so much as take care, np1 dt ord n1 pp-f n2 r-crq n1 po31 j n1, vbr d r-crq vmb xx vdi av av-d c-acp vvi n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 14
178 and give pains to hear this great salvation offered unto them; and give pains to hear this great salvation offered unto them; cc vvi n2 pc-acp vvi d j n1 vvn p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 14
179 for there are some persons who (if they come to the Church) desire to sit farthest off, for there Are Some Persons who (if they come to the Church) desire to fit farthest off, c-acp pc-acp vbr d n2 r-crq (cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1) vvb pc-acp vvi js p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 14
180 and so never take care to hear a word of this great salvation: and such are dreadful slighters of it. and so never take care to hear a word of this great salvation: and such Are dreadful slighters of it. cc av av-x vvb n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n1: cc d vbr j n2 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 14
181 Like unto these mentioned, Ier. 6. 10. To whom shall I speak and give warning, that they may hear? Behold their ear is uncircumcised, Like unto these mentioned, Jeremiah 6. 10. To whom shall I speak and give warning, that they may hear? Behold their ear is uncircumcised, j p-acp d vvn, np1 crd crd p-acp ro-crq vmb pns11 vvi cc vvi n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi? vvb po32 n1 vbz j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 14
182 and they cannot hearken, Isa. 28. 12. But they would not hear, Jer. 7. 10. who say we are delivered to do all these abominations: and they cannot harken, Isaiah 28. 12. But they would not hear, Jer. 7. 10. who say we Are Delivered to do all these abominations: cc pns32 vmbx vvi, np1 crd crd p-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi, np1 crd crd r-crq vvb pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vdi d d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 14
183 Yet they did come and stand before him, in the house which was called by his name. VI. Yet they did come and stand before him, in the house which was called by his name. VI. av pns32 vdd vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1. crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 14
184 Sixthly, Those persons are slighters of this great salvation who (when they hear it) are no more (nay not so much) affected with it, Sixthly, Those Persons Are slighters of this great salvation who (when they hear it) Are no more (nay not so much) affected with it, j, d n2 vbr n2 pp-f d j n1 r-crq (c-crq pns32 vvb pn31) vbr dx dc (uh-x xx av av-d) vvn p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
185 than if we were telling unto them the most senseless history of Thomas the Rymer, or some other old fable. than if we were telling unto them the most senseless history of Thomas the Rymer, or Some other old fable. cs cs pns12 vbdr vvg p-acp pno32 dt av-ds j n1 pp-f np1 dt np1, cc d j-jn j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
186 Like unto these mentioned, Ier. 6. 10. The word of the Lord is unto them a reproach, they have no delight in it. Like unto these mentioned, Jeremiah 6. 10. The word of the Lord is unto them a reproach, they have no delight in it. j p-acp d vvn, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32 dt n1, pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
187 I would pose you all, as in the sight of the Author of this great salvation (men or women) did you ever set your selves (or took ye ever pains) to bring up your hearts to the love of this great salvation? Was it ever the rejoycing of your hearts that Christ dyed and rose again? I do certainly believe it (and I am perswaded) that there are decrees past in Heaven against many of you, That in hearing ye shall hear, but not understand; I would pose you all, as in the sighed of the Author of this great salvation (men or women) did you ever Set your selves (or took you ever pains) to bring up your hearts to the love of this great salvation? Was it ever the rejoicing of your hearts that christ died and rose again? I do Certainly believe it (and I am persuaded) that there Are decrees passed in Heaven against many of you, That in hearing you shall hear, but not understand; pns11 vmd vvi pn22 d, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n1 (n2 cc n2) vdd pn22 av vvi po22 n2 (cc vvd pn22 av n2) pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1? vbds pn31 av dt vvg pp-f po22 n2 cst np1 vvd cc vvd av? pns11 vdb av-j vvi pn31 (cc pns11 vbm vvn) cst pc-acp vbr n2 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d pp-f pn22, cst p-acp vvg pn22 vmb vvi, cc-acp xx vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 15
188 and in seeing ye shall see, and shall not perceive: For God hath made your hearts harder than the Flint or Adamant; and in seeing you shall see, and shall not perceive: For God hath made your hearts harder than the Flint or Adamant; cc p-acp vvg pn22 vmb vvi, cc vmb xx vvi: p-acp np1 vhz vvn po22 n2 av-jc cs dt n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 15
189 so that ye 〈 ◊ 〉 refuse to return when he doth exhort you. so that you 〈 ◊ 〉 refuse to return when he does exhort you. av cst pn22 〈 sy 〉 vvi pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vdz vvi pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 15
190 Believe me (if I may so 〈 ◊ 〉) I think there is as much probability that the stones in the wall would hear (if we would speak to him) as soon as many of you. Believe me (if I may so 〈 ◊ 〉) I think there is as much probability that the stones in the wall would hear (if we would speak to him) as soon as many of you. vvb pno11 (cs pns11 vmb av 〈 sy 〉) pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz p-acp d n1 cst dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi (cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pno31) c-acp av c-acp d pp-f pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 15
191 VII. Seventhly, Those persons are slighters of this great salvation, who did never complain that they wanted a right to this great salvation. VII. Seventhly, Those Persons Are slighters of this great salvation, who did never complain that they wanted a right to this great salvation. np1. crd, d n2 vbr n2 pp-f d j n1, r-crq vdd av vvi cst pns32 vvd dt j-jn p-acp d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 15
192 I hope some of you are now convinced that ye never came within the compass of this great salvation: I hope Some of you Are now convinced that you never Come within the compass of this great salvation: pns11 vvb d pp-f pn22 vbr av vvn cst pn22 av-x vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 15
193 I say yet unto you, if ye did never spend one hour in secret weeping and lamenting, I say yet unto you, if you did never spend one hour in secret weeping and lamenting, pns11 vvb av p-acp pn22, cs pn22 vdd av-x vvi crd n1 p-acp j-jn j-vvg cc vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 15
194 because ye had not aright to this Gospel redemption, it is but too probable you never had yet a right to it. Because you had not aright to this Gospel redemption, it is but too probable you never had yet a right to it. c-acp pn22 vhd xx av p-acp d n1 n1, pn31 vbz p-acp av j pn22 av-x vhd av dt j-jn p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 15
195 Yea, know it, that such of you would little care to let precious Christ depart without any grief of heart: Yea, know it, that such of you would little care to let precious christ depart without any grief of heart: uh, vvb pn31, cst d pp-f pn22 vmd av-j vvi pc-acp vvi j np1 vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 15
196 I think if this were voiced within this house to day, whether or not shall Christ go and depart, I doubt if there would be many heart-dissenters, though many tongue dissenters: I think if this were voiced within this house to day, whither or not shall christ go and depart, I doubt if there would be many heart-dissenters, though many tongue dissenters: pns11 vvb cs d vbdr vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, cs cc xx vmb np1 vvi cc vvi, pns11 vvb cs pc-acp vmd vbi d j, cs d n1 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 15
197 Oh, I fear, there would be many hearts here, saying, O Christ, depart and go thy way: O, I Fear, there would be many hearts Here, saying, Oh christ, depart and go thy Way: uh, pns11 vvb, pc-acp vmd vbi d n2 av, vvg, uh np1, vvb cc vvb po21 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 15
198 Yea, there are many Gadarens here, who prefer their kine and swine to precious Christ, and would beseech him to go out of their coasts. VIII. Eighthly, Those persons slight the great salvation, who never took pains to engage their hearts to take hold of Christ and the Gospel. Yea, there Are many Gadarenes Here, who prefer their kine and Swine to precious christ, and would beseech him to go out of their coasts. VIII. Eighthly, Those Persons slight the great salvation, who never took pains to engage their hearts to take hold of christ and the Gospel. uh, pc-acp vbr d np1 av, r-crq vvb po32 n2 cc n1 p-acp j np1, cc vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi av pp-f po32 n2. np1. j, d n2 j dt j n1, r-crq av-x vvd n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 15
199 Christ is near to you this day: The great salvation is near to you, and is now, even now offered unto you, christ is near to you this day: The great salvation is near to you, and is now, even now offered unto you, np1 vbz av-j p-acp pn22 d n1: dt j n1 vbz av-j p-acp pn22, cc vbz av, av av vvn p-acp pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
200 therefore are there any who will take pains to lay hold on it? I obtest you all who are here, by the beauty and excellency of him, who is the Author and of this great salvation, that ye come and partake of it; Therefore Are there any who will take pains to lay hold on it? I obtest you all who Are Here, by the beauty and excellency of him, who is the Author and of this great salvation, that you come and partake of it; av vbr pc-acp d r-crq vmb vvi n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31? sy vv2 pn22 d r-crq vbr av, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31, r-crq vbz dt n1 cc pp-f d j n1, cst pn22 vvb cc vvi pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
201 I obtest you by all the Joyes of Heaven that ye embrace this great salvation; I obtest you by all the terrours in Hell that ye embrace it; I obtest you by all the Joys of Heaven that you embrace this great salvation; I obtest you by all the terrors in Hell that you embrace it; pns11 vv2 pn22 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1 cst pn22 vvb d j n1; pns11 vv2 pn22 p-acp d dt n2 p-acp n1 cst pn22 vvb pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 19
202 I obtest you by the promises of the everlasting covenant that ye embrace it; I obtest you by the promises of the everlasting Covenant that you embrace it; pns11 vv2 pn22 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 cst pn22 vvb pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 19
203 I obtest you by all the curses which are written in this book of the covenant that ye embrace it. I obtest you by all the curses which Are written in this book of the Covenant that you embrace it. pns11 vv2 pn22 p-acp d dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 cst pn22 vvb pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 19
204 I obtest you by the love you owe to your immortal souls, that ye will once be wise, I obtest you by the love you owe to your immortal Souls, that you will once be wise, pns11 vv2 pn22 p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvb p-acp po22 j n2, cst pn22 vmb a-acp vbi j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 19
205 and come partake of this great salvation. and come partake of this great salvation. cc vvb vvi pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 19
206 May I now have it, saist thou? Yea, I say unto you all, ye may have it to day, ye may be partakers of it before ye go hence: May I now have it, Sayest thou? Yea, I say unto you all, you may have it to day, you may be partakers of it before you go hence: vmb pns11 av vhb pn31, vv2 pns21? uh, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 d, pn22 vmb vhi pn31 p-acp n1, pn22 vmb vbi n2 pp-f pn31 c-acp pn22 vvb av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 19
207 And so before I proceed any further, I do in the name and authority of him who sent me here to day, And so before I proceed any further, I do in the name and Authority of him who sent me Here to day, cc av c-acp pns11 vvb d av-jc, pns11 vdb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq vvd pno11 av p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 19
208 and is the Author of this great salvation, freely offer it unto you to day. and is the Author of this great salvation, freely offer it unto you to day. cc vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1, av-j vvb pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 19
209 But I know there will be eight sorts of humors (within this house today) in relation to this great salvation, which now is offered unto you. But I know there will be eight sorts of humours (within this house today) in Relation to this great salvation, which now is offered unto you. p-acp pns11 vvb a-acp vmb vbi crd n2 pp-f n2 (p-acp d n1 av-an) p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1, r-crq av vbz vvn p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 19
210 1. I think there will be some of Gallio's disposition here to day, that will care for none of these things: 1. I think there will be Some of Gallio's disposition Here to day, that will care for none of these things: crd pns11 vvb a-acp vmb vbi d pp-f npg1 n1 av p-acp n1, cst vmb vvi p-acp pix pp-f d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 19
211 Yea, there are many here who will not give a fig for this rich offer of the great salvation. Yea, there Are many Here who will not give a fig for this rich offer of the great salvation. uh, pc-acp vbr d av r-crq vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 19
212 But, I say, Cursed be that person who putteth on Gallio's temper (to day) that will care for none of these things. But, I say, Cursed be that person who putteth on Gallio's temper (to day) that will care for none of these things. p-acp, pns11 vvb, j-vvn vbb d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp npg1 vvi (p-acp n1) cst vmb vvi p-acp pix pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 19
213 2. I fear there will be many of Pilates humour here (to day) who will say, they find nothing against the man; 2. I Fear there will be many of Pilate's humour Here (to day) who will say, they find nothing against the man; crd pns11 vvb a-acp vmb vbi d pp-f np2 vvi av (p-acp n1) r-crq vmb vvi, pns32 vvb pix p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 19
214 yet will cry forth, Take him and crucifie him. They find no fault with Christ, and yet will be content that he be crucified. yet will cry forth, Take him and crucify him. They find no fault with christ, and yet will be content that he be Crucified. av vmb vvi av, vvb pno31 cc vvi pno31. pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp np1, cc av vmb vbi j cst pns31 vbb vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 19
215 Now can ye say any thing against Christ, who is the Author of this great salvation? Produce your strong arguments; Now can you say any thing against christ, who is the Author of this great salvation? Produce your strong Arguments; av vmb pn22 vvi d n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1? vvb po22 j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 19
216 Are there any here who have any thing to say against him? I am here to answer in his name; are there any Here who have any thing to say against him? I am Here to answer in his name; vbr pc-acp d av r-crq vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31? pns11 vbm av pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 19
217 I hope there is not one here who hath any thing to say against the Author of this great salvation. I hope there is not one Here who hath any thing to say against the Author of this great salvation. pns11 vvb a-acp vbz xx pi av r-crq vhz d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 19
218 And why then do ye not take him? See unto your selves that there be none of Pilates humour here to day, that will cry out, Ye find nothing in Christ why he should not be received, and yet will be content that he be crucified. And why then do you not take him? See unto your selves that there be none of Pilate's humour Here to day, that will cry out, You find nothing in christ why he should not be received, and yet will be content that he be Crucified. cc q-crq av vdb pn22 xx vvi pno31? n1 p-acp po22 n2 cst a-acp vbb pix pp-f np2 vvi av p-acp n1, cst vmb vvi av, pn22 vvb pix p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn, cc av vmb vbi j cst pns31 vbb vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
219 3. There will be many of the Jews humor here to day, who cry forth, Away with Christ, away with Christ, and give me Barabas. 3. There will be many of the jews humour Here to day, who cry forth, Away with christ, away with christ, and give me Barabbas. crd pc-acp vmb vbi d pp-f dt np2 n1 av p-acp n1, r-crq vvb av, av p-acp np1, av p-acp np1, cc vvb pno11 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 17
220 But oh, what a hellish word is that! Away with spotless Christ, away with transcendent Christ, and give us the world. But o, what a hellish word is that! Away with spotless christ, away with transcendent christ, and give us the world. cc-acp uh, q-crq dt j n1 vbz d! av p-acp j np1, av p-acp j np1, cc vvb pno12 dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 17
221 Now are there any here who will be so gross slighters of this great salvation? Will ye slight this great salvation, Now Are there any Here who will be so gross slighters of this great salvation? Will you slight this great salvation, av vbr pc-acp d av r-crq vmb vbi av j n2 pp-f d j n1? n1 pn22 vvi d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 17
222 and embrace your idols, which shall once prove a crown of thorns unto you? and embrace your Idols, which shall once prove a crown of thorns unto you? cc vvb po22 n2, r-crq vmb a-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pn22? (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 17
223 4. There will be some of Felix humor sound here to day, that will say, O Christ go away at this time, 4. There will be Some of Felix humour found Here to day, that will say, Oh christ go away At this time, crd pc-acp vmb vbi d pp-f np1 n1 vvb av p-acp n1, cst vmb vvi, uh np1 vvb av p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
224 and I will here thee at a more convenient season: and I will hear thee At a more convenient season: cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp dt av-dc j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
225 But I say unto you who will not hear me to day, nor embrace this great salvation, I shall defie all the Ministers in Scotland to assure you, that ye shall get another offer, But I say unto you who will not hear me to day, nor embrace this great salvation, I shall defy all the Ministers in Scotland to assure you, that you shall get Another offer, cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 r-crq vmb xx vvi pno11 p-acp n1, ccx vvi d j n1, pns11 vmb vvi d dt n2 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pn22, cst pn22 vmb vvi j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
226 if ye send me away to day; if you send me away to day; cs pn22 vvb pno11 av p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
227 There is not one that can or dare engage that the great salvation shall be in your offer any more. There is not one that can or Dare engage that the great salvation shall be in your offer any more. pc-acp vbz xx pi cst vmb cc vvb vvi cst dt j n1 vmb vbi p-acp po22 n1 d dc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
228 Therefore, I say, let none of Felix temper be here to day, that will say, they will hear Christ at a more convenient season. Therefore, I say, let none of Felix temper be Here to day, that will say, they will hear christ At a more convenient season. av, pns11 vvb, vvb pix pp-f np1 n1 vbb av p-acp n1, cst vmb vvi, pns32 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt av-dc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
229 5. There will be some of Balaams temper to day, who will desire to dye the death of the righteous, and to have their last end like his; 5. There will be Some of Balaams temper to day, who will desire to die the death of the righteous, and to have their last end like his; crd pc-acp vmb vbi d pp-f npg1 vvi p-acp n1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc pc-acp vhi po32 ord n1 av-j png31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 17
230 yet they desire not to live the life of the righteous: yet they desire not to live the life of the righteous: av pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 17
231 But I say unto you, ye shall never dye the death of the righteous, if ye live not the life of the righteous. But I say unto you, you shall never die the death of the righteous, if you live not the life of the righteous. cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j, cs pn22 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 17
232 6. There will be some of you here to day, who (I hope) at least will be of Agrippas humor, that will say, Thou hast almost perswaded me to be a Christian: 6. There will be Some of you Here to day, who (I hope) At least will be of Agrippas humour, that will say, Thou hast almost persuaded me to be a Christian: crd pc-acp vmb vbi d pp-f pn22 av p-acp n1, r-crq (pns11 vvb) p-acp ds vmb vbi pp-f np1 n1, cst vmb vvi, pns21 vh2 av vvn pno11 pc-acp vbi dt njp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
233 I say unto thee, O wilt thou quickly out with that word almost, and put in that word altogether, I say unto thee, Oh wilt thou quickly out with that word almost, and put in that word altogether, pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, uh vm2 pns21 av-j av p-acp d n1 av, cc vvd p-acp d n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
234 and say, O precious Christ, Thou hast altogether perswaded me to be a Christian: and say, Oh precious christ, Thou hast altogether persuaded me to be a Christian: cc vvi, uh j np1, pns21 vh2 av vvn pno11 pc-acp vbi dt njp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
235 However, if thou come no greater length, I intreat thee come this length, that so thou mayst cry out, I am almost perswaded to embrace Christ the great salvation, and may be ere long ye will come further. However, if thou come no greater length, I entreat thee come this length, that so thou Mayest cry out, I am almost persuaded to embrace christ the great salvation, and may be ere long you will come further. c-acp, cs pns21 vvb dx jc n1, pns11 vvb pno21 vvb d n1, cst av pns21 vm2 vvi av, pns11 vbm av vvn pc-acp vvi np1 dt j n1, cc vmb vbi c-acp av-j pn22 vmb vvi av-jc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
236 7. There will be some of Iudas temper here to day, who will betray Christ for thirty pieces of silver. 7. There will be Some of Iudas temper Here to day, who will betray christ for thirty Pieces of silver. crd pc-acp vmb vbi d pp-f np1 n1 av p-acp n1, r-crq vmb vvi np1 p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 18
237 Yea, some would sell Christ, Heaven, their Idols and all, for less then thirty pieces of silver. Yea, Some would fell christ, Heaven, their Idols and all, for less then thirty Pieces of silver. uh, d vmd vvi np1, n1, po32 n2 cc d, c-acp av-dc cs crd n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 18
238 8. I think there will be many of Esaus profane temper here to day, who will sell their birth-right for a mess of pottage. 8. I think there will be many of Esaus profane temper Here to day, who will fell their birthright for a mess of pottage. crd pns11 vvb a-acp vmb vbi d pp-f npg1 j n1 av p-acp n1, r-crq vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 18
239 Now will ye enquire at your selves, Am I the person that will give my birth-right for a mess of pottage? doth my heart say, I will sell my birth right, Now will you inquire At your selves, Am I the person that will give my birthright for a mess of pottage? does my heart say, I will fell my birth right, av vmb pn22 vvi p-acp po22 n2, vbm pns11 dt n1 cst vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? vdz po11 n1 vvi, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 18
240 because I am hungered and ready to dye, what will it profit me? give me a mess of pottage, Because I am hungered and ready to die, what will it profit me? give me a mess of pottage, c-acp pns11 vbm vvd cc j pc-acp vvi, q-crq vmb pn31 vvi pno11? vvb pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 18
241 and I will quit my birth-right. I know it, there are not a few such here to day: and I will quit my birthright. I know it, there Are not a few such Here to day: cc pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1. pns11 vvb pn31, pc-acp vbr xx dt d d av p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 18
242 Therefore I intreat you enquire at your selves what is your humor. Therefore I entreat you inquire At your selves what is your humour. av pns11 vvb pn22 vvi p-acp po22 n2 r-crq vbz po22 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 18
243 Oh shall the great salvation that ye have flighted so long, be slighted this day also, O shall the great salvation that you have flighted so long, be slighted this day also, uh vmb dt j n1 cst pn22 vhb vvn av av-j, vbb vvn d n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 18
244 and shall there be none to embrace it? Oh enquire and stand in awe, lest the wrath of the most high pursue you. and shall there be none to embrace it? O inquire and stand in awe, lest the wrath of the most high pursue you. cc vmb a-acp vbi pix pc-acp vvi pn31? uh vvi cc vvi p-acp n1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j vvb pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 18
245 Now I shall give you these seven considerations, which may provoke you not to slight, but embrace this great salvation. Now I shall give you these seven considerations, which may provoke you not to slight, but embrace this great salvation. av pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d crd n2, r-crq vmb vvi pn22 xx p-acp j, cc-acp vvb d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 18
246 1. The first consideration, That the not embracing this great salvation is one of the greatest acts of folly that can be, Ier. 8. 9. They have rejected the word of the Lord, (and immediately it is subjoyned) And what wisdom is in them? And so Solomon doth assure you they cannot be wise who neglect this great salvation, Prov. 1. 7. Fools despise wisdom and instruction: 1. The First consideration, That the not embracing this great salvation is one of the greatest acts of folly that can be, Jeremiah 8. 9. They have rejected the word of the Lord, (and immediately it is subjoined) And what Wisdom is in them? And so Solomon does assure you they cannot be wise who neglect this great salvation, Curae 1. 7. Fools despise Wisdom and instruction: crd dt ord n1, cst cs xx vvg d j n1 vbz pi pp-f dt js n2 pp-f n1 cst vmb vbi, np1 crd crd pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (cc av-j pn31 vbz vvn) cc r-crq n1 vbz p-acp pno32? cc av np1 vdz vvi pn22 pns32 vmbx vbi j r-crq n1 d j n1, np1 crd crd ng1 vvb n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 19
247 Therefore may not I say unto you, be who ye will, (though ye were the greatest heads of wit in all this place) ye are but stark fools as long as ye neglect this: Therefore may not I say unto you, be who you will, (though you were the greatest Heads of wit in all this place) you Are but stark Fools as long as you neglect this: av vmb xx pns11 vvi p-acp pn22, vbb r-crq pn22 vmb, (cs pn22 vbdr dt js n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d d n1) pn22 vbr p-acp j n2 c-acp av-j c-acp pn22 vvb d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 19
248 But would you be wise indeed, and wise unto eternal life? Then I intreat you come and embrace this great salvation. But would you be wise indeed, and wise unto Eternal life? Then I entreat you come and embrace this great salvation. cc-acp vmd pn22 vbi j av, cc j p-acp j n1? cs pns11 vvb pn22 vvb cc vvi d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 19
249 2. The second consideration to provoke you not to slight the great salvation, is this, that the ruine and destruction of the slighters of it, is most certain and infallable, Ier. 11. 11. Where (speaking of slighting the covenant, which is indeed this same great salvation) there is a Therefore put to the threatning. 2. The second consideration to provoke you not to slight the great salvation, is this, that the ruin and destruction of the slighters of it, is most certain and infallible, Jeremiah 11. 11. Where (speaking of slighting the Covenant, which is indeed this same great salvation) there is a Therefore put to the threatening. crd dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 xx p-acp j dt j n1, vbz d, cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f pn31, vbz av-ds j cc j, np1 crd crd q-crq (vvg pp-f vvg dt n1, r-crq vbz av d d j n1) pc-acp vbz dt av vvd p-acp dt j-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 19
250 Therefore thus saith the Lord, I will bring evil upon them which they shall not be able to escape. Therefore thus Says the Lord, I will bring evil upon them which they shall not be able to escape. av av vvz dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi j-jn p-acp pno32 r-crq pns32 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 19
251 I defie you all, who are the slighters of this great salvation, to find a back door, when Justice shall pursue you: I defy you all, who Are the slighters of this great salvation, to find a back door, when justice shall pursue you: pns11 vvb pn22 d, r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f d j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1, c-crq n1 vmb vvi pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 19
252 for there is no door to escape if ye embrace not this great salvation: But the earth will disclose your iniquity, and heaven will declare your sin. for there is no door to escape if you embrace not this great salvation: But the earth will disclose your iniquity, and heaven will declare your since. c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi cs pn22 vvb xx d j n1: cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi po22 n1, cc n1 vmb vvi po22 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 19
253 3. Thirdly, Let this consideration provoke you not to slight this great salvation, that Christ is exceeding serious, 3. Thirdly, Let this consideration provoke you not to slight this great salvation, that christ is exceeding serious, crd ord, vvb d n1 vvi pn22 xx pc-acp vvi d j n1, cst np1 vbz av-vvg j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 19
254 and earnest that ye should embrace it: and earnest that you should embrace it: cc n1 cst pn22 vmd vvi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 19
255 And I think that Isa. 28. 23. speaketh out his exceeding seriousness, where four times he beggeth of his hearers, that they would give ear and hear his voice, saying, Give ear and hear my voice, hearken and hear my speech. And I think that Isaiah 28. 23. speaks out his exceeding seriousness, where four times he beggeth of his hearers, that they would give ear and hear his voice, saying, Give ear and hear my voice, harken and hear my speech. cc pns11 vvb d np1 crd crd vvz av po31 j-vvg n1, c-crq crd n2 pns31 vvz pp-f po31 n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi n1 cc vvi po31 n1, vvg, vvb n1 cc vvi po11 n1, vvi cc vvi po11 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
256 What needeth all these exhortations? but that Christ is most serious that they would embrace the great salvation. What needs all these exhortations? but that christ is most serious that they would embrace the great salvation. q-crq vvz d d n2? cc-acp cst np1 vbz av-ds j cst pns32 vmd vvi dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
257 And O, that there were a person here to day, as serious to the bargain as Christ is! And Oh, that there were a person Here to day, as serious to the bargain as christ is! cc uh, cst a-acp vbdr dt n1 av p-acp n1, c-acp j p-acp dt n1 c-acp np1 vbz! (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
258 But be who ye will that flight this great salvation, [ believe me ] the day is coming wherein ye shall cry out, But be who you will that flight this great salvation, [ believe me ] the day is coming wherein you shall cry out, cc-acp vbb r-crq pn22 vmb d n1 d j n1, [ vvb pno11 ] dt n1 vbz vvg c-crq pn22 vmb vvi av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
259 Alas for my slighting of it! Alas for my slighting of it! uh p-acp po11 n-vvg pp-f pn31! (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
260 Wilt thou therefore think presently with thy self (O thou slighter of this great salvation) what wilt thou say of thy slighting it? When the Devil shall be leading thee in thorow those dark gates of hell! Wilt thou Therefore think presently with thy self (Oh thou slighter of this great salvation) what wilt thou say of thy slighting it? When the devil shall be leading thee in thorough those dark gates of hell! vm2 pns21 av vvi av-j p-acp po21 n1 (uh pns21 jc pp-f d j n1) r-crq vm2 pns21 vvi pp-f po21 vvg pn31? c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi vvg pno21 p-acp p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
261 O slighter of the Gospel, how many alasses wilt thou cry, when thou shalt be passing thorow these dark gates into thy everlasting prison? Wilt thou not then cry out, O me (a slighter of the everlasting salvation) whether am I now going? Alas now for my slighting the Gospel! O slighter of the Gospel, how many alasses wilt thou cry, when thou shalt be passing thorough these dark gates into thy everlasting prison? Wilt thou not then cry out, Oh me (a slighter of the everlasting salvation) whither am I now going? Alas now for my slighting the Gospel! sy jc pp-f dt n1, c-crq d n2 vm2 pns21 vvi, c-crq pns21 vm2 vbi vvg p-acp d j n2 p-acp po21 j n1? vm2 pns21 xx av vvi av, uh pno11 (dt jc pp-f dt j n1) cs vbm pns11 av vvg? np1 av p-acp po11 vvg dt n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
262 And as thou passest thorow, thou shalt meet with numbers of miserable comforters; there is not one in that prison, who can comfort thee; And as thou passest thorough, thou shalt meet with numbers of miserable Comforters; there is not one in that prison, who can Comfort thee; cc c-acp pns21 vv2 p-acp, pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp n2 pp-f j n2; pc-acp vbz xx pi p-acp d n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno21; (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
263 but many dreadful a lasses shalt thou then both cry and hear, if thou embrace not this great salvation. but many dreadful a lasses shalt thou then both cry and hear, if thou embrace not this great salvation. cc-acp d j dt n2 vm2 pns21 av av-d vvi cc vvi, cs pns21 vvb xx d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
264 4. Fourthly, Let this provoke you not to slight the great salvation, that ye will get it for a very look: 4. Fourthly, Let this provoke you not to slight the great salvation, that you will get it for a very look: crd ord, vvb d vvi pn22 xx p-acp j dt j n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 20
265 O ye within this house to day, ye will get this great salvation for one look, Isa. 45. 22. Look unto me and be saved, all the ends of the earth; Oh you within this house to day, you will get this great salvation for one look, Isaiah 45. 22. Look unto me and be saved, all the ends of the earth; uh pn22 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, pn22 vmb vvi d j n1 p-acp crd n1, np1 crd crd n1 p-acp pno11 cc vbi vvn, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 20
266 for a very look ye will get this great salvation, and do ye ever think to get Heaven at a lower rate? for a very look you will get this great salvation, and do you ever think to get Heaven At a lower rate? p-acp dt j n1 pn22 vmb vvi d j n1, cc vdb pn22 av vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt jc n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 20
267 5. The fifth consideration to provoke you not to slight this great salvation any more, is this, There is not one of you who is a slighter of it, 5. The fifth consideration to provoke you not to slight this great salvation any more, is this, There is not one of you who is a slighter of it, crd dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 xx pc-acp vvi d j n1 d dc, vbz d, pc-acp vbz xx pi pp-f pn22 q-crq vbz dt jc pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 20
268 but your slighting it shall increase your immortal bonds. but your slighting it shall increase your immortal bonds. cc-acp po22 vvg pn31 vmb vvi po22 j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 21
269 Man or Woman, be who thou wilt, when thou art slighting this great salvation, thou art but plating a cord wherewith to bind thy soul eternally in these unquenchable flames, Isa. 28. 22. Be ye not mockers, Man or Woman, be who thou wilt, when thou art slighting this great salvation, thou art but plating a cord wherewith to bind thy soul eternally in these unquenchable flames, Isaiah 28. 22. Be you not mockers, n1 cc n1, vbb r-crq pns21 vm2, c-crq pns21 vb2r vvg d j n1, pns21 vb2r p-acp vvg dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi po21 n1 av-j p-acp d j n2, np1 crd crd vbb pn22 xx n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 21
270 lest your bonds be made strong. I say therefore unto you, old men, mock not, lest your bonds be made strong: lest your bonds be made strong. I say Therefore unto you, old men, mock not, lest your bonds be made strong: cs po22 n2 vbb vvn j. pns11 vvb av p-acp pn22, j n2, vvb xx, cs po22 n2 vbb vvn j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 21
271 Old Women, near unto your graves, mock not, lest your bonds be made strong: Young men, be ye not mockers, lest your bonds be made strong: Old Women, near unto your graves, mock not, lest your bonds be made strong: Young men, be you not mockers, lest your bonds be made strong: j n2, av-j p-acp po22 n2, vvb xx, cs po22 n2 vbb vvn j: j n2, vbb pn22 xx n2, cs po22 n2 vbb vvn j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 21
272 Young Women, who are in the flower of your time, mock not, lest your bonds be made strong: Young Women, who Are in the flower of your time, mock not, lest your bonds be made strong: j n2, r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, vvb xx, cs po22 n2 vbb vvn j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 21
273 but now alas, will there for all this be a person here to day who will be a moker of this great salvation? but now alas, will there for all this be a person Here to day who will be a moker of this great salvation? p-acp av uh, vmb a-acp p-acp d d vbb dt n1 av p-acp n1 r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d j n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 21
274 6. The sixth consideration to provoke you not to slight this great salvation any more, is this: 6. The sixth consideration to provoke you not to slight this great salvation any more, is this: crd dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 xx pc-acp vvi d j n1 d dc, vbz d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 21
275 Ye know not but that your days may be near unto a close, I say, you know not but the day of the preaching of this great salvation may be near unto a close. You know not but that your days may be near unto a close, I say, you know not but the day of the preaching of this great salvation may be near unto a close. pn22 vvb xx p-acp d po22 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt j, pns11 vvb, pn22 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvg pp-f d j n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 21
276 What knowest thou O man or Woman, but this shall be the last Sermon that ever thou shalt hear concerning this great salvation? and yet for all this, shall we be sent away without one consent to embrace or receive it? O will ye be perswaded to look to Christ, What Knowest thou O man or Woman, but this shall be the last Sermon that ever thou shalt hear Concerning this great salvation? and yet for all this, shall we be sent away without one consent to embrace or receive it? O will you be persuaded to look to christ, q-crq vv2 pns21 fw-fr n1 cc n1, cc-acp d vmb vbi dt ord n1 cst av pns21 vm2 vvi vvg d j n1? cc av p-acp d d, vmb pns12 vbi vvn av p-acp crd n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31? sy vmb pn22 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 21
277 and so to take him? and so to take him? cc av pc-acp vvi pno31? (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 21
278 7. The seventh consideration to provoke you not to slight the great salvation, is this, that there is a five fold salvation comprehended under this great salvation. 7. The seventh consideration to provoke you not to slight the great salvation, is this, that there is a five fold salvation comprehended under this great salvation. crd dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 xx p-acp j dt j n1, vbz d, cst pc-acp vbz dt crd n1 n1 vvn p-acp d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
279 1. The first is this, come and partake of this great salvation, and thou shalt have salvation from thy idols. 1. The First is this, come and partake of this great salvation, and thou shalt have salvation from thy Idols. crd dt ord vbz d, vvb cc vvi pp-f d j n1, cc pns21 vm2 vhi n1 p-acp po21 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 21
280 And hereby I do proclaim liberty this day ▪ unto captives. And hereby I do proclaim liberty this day ▪ unto captives. cc av pns11 vdb vvi n1 d n1 ▪ p-acp n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 22
281 I am sent forth this day with the Keyes of your Prison-house, to open your prison doors unto you, I am sent forth this day with the Keys of your Prison house, to open your prison doors unto you, pns11 vbm vvn av d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n1, pc-acp vvi po22 n1 n2 p-acp pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 22
282 if ye will embrace this great salvation. Play unto you, O ye prisoners, come forth and show your selves; if you will embrace this great salvation. Play unto you, Oh you Prisoners, come forth and show your selves; cs pn22 vmb vvi d j n1. n1 p-acp pn22, uh pn22 n2, vvb av cc vvb po22 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 22
283 for the Keyes of your prison-house are with us to open your prison doors unto you; for the Keys of your Prison house Are with us to open your prison doors unto you; p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n1 vbr p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi po22 n1 n2 p-acp pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 22
284 therefore O come forth and embrace this great salvation. Therefore Oh come forth and embrace this great salvation. av uh vvb av cc vvi d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 22
285 Will there be any (shall I think) here that will refuse to come forth? O go forth and flye from the land of your captivity, Will there be any (shall I think) Here that will refuse to come forth? Oh go forth and fly from the land of your captivity, n1 a-acp vbi d (vmb pns11 vvi) av cst vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av? uh vvb av cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 22
286 and from the house of your bondage. 2. Thou shalt have salvation from thy darkness and from thy ignorance. and from the house of your bondage. 2. Thou shalt have salvation from thy darkness and from thy ignorance. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. crd pns21 vm2 vhi n1 p-acp po21 n1 cc p-acp po21 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 22
287 I say unto you, who understand no more of God then the stones in the wall, I command you to come forth, I say unto you, who understand no more of God then the stones in the wall, I command you to come forth, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, r-crq vvb av-dx dc pp-f np1 av dt n2 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
288 and partake yet of this great salvation, and unto you shall light arise; even the day spring from on high and visit you. and partake yet of this great salvation, and unto you shall Light arise; even the day spring from on high and visit you. cc vvi av pp-f d j n1, cc p-acp pn22 vmb av-j vvi; av dt n1 vvb p-acp p-acp j cc vvi pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
289 3. If ye will come and partake of this great salvation, ye shall have deliverance from all your fears. 3. If you will come and partake of this great salvation, you shall have deliverance from all your fears. crd cs pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi pp-f d j n1, pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp d po22 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 22
290 Dost thou fear that thou shalt be poor? Come and partake of this great salvation, Dost thou Fear that thou shalt be poor? Come and partake of this great salvation, vd2 pns21 vvi cst pns21 vm2 vbi j? np1 cc vvi pp-f d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 22
291 and thou shalt be delivered from it. and thou shalt be Delivered from it. cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 22
292 Art thou afraid of hell? Come and partake of this great salvation, and thou shalt be delivered from that fear. Art thou afraid of hell? Come and partake of this great salvation, and thou shalt be Delivered from that Fear. vb2r pns21 j pp-f n1? np1 cc vvi pp-f d j n1, cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 22
293 Art thou afraid at the wrath of God? Then come (I say) and partake of this great salvation, Art thou afraid At the wrath of God? Then come (I say) and partake of this great salvation, vb2r pns21 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? av vvb (pns11 vvb) cc vvb pp-f d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 22
294 and thou shalt have redemption from that and all thy fears; and thou shalt have redemption from that and all thy fears; cc pns21 vm2 vhi n1 p-acp d cc d po21 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 22
295 With him is plenteous redemption, and he can make thee quiet from the fear of evil. With him is plenteous redemption, and he can make thee quiet from the Fear of evil. p-acp pno31 vbz j n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno21 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 22
296 4. If thou wilt come and partake of this salvation, thou shalt have deliverance from all thy anxieties, and from all thy cares: 4. If thou wilt come and partake of this salvation, thou shalt have deliverance from all thy anxieties, and from all thy Cares: crd cs pns21 vm2 vvi cc vvi pp-f d n1, pns21 vm2 vhi n1 p-acp d po21 n2, cc p-acp d po21 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 22
297 Ye are now careful and anxious about many things; You Are now careful and anxious about many things; pn22 vbr av j cc j p-acp d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 23
298 come and partake of this great salvation, and it will make you careful but onely for the one thing necessary. come and partake of this great salvation, and it will make you careful but only for the one thing necessary. vvb cc vvi pp-f d j n1, cc pn31 vmb vvi pn22 j p-acp j c-acp dt crd n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 23
299 5. If ye will come and embrace the great salvation offered unto you this day, ye shall be helped before ye go hence to sing that song, O death where is thy sting, O grave where is thy victory! 5. If you will come and embrace the great salvation offered unto you this day, you shall be helped before you go hence to sing that song, Oh death where is thy sting, Oh grave where is thy victory! crd cs pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi dt j n1 vvn p-acp pn22 d n1, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 vvb av pc-acp vvi d n1, uh n1 q-crq vbz po21 n1, uh n1 q-crq vbz po21 n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
300 Now O will ye come and embrace this great salvation, and ye shall be more then conquerors thorow Christ who loveth you. Now Oh will you come and embrace this great salvation, and you shall be more then conquerors thorough christ who loves you. av uh vmb pn22 vvi cc vvi d j n1, cc pn22 vmb vbi av-dc cs n2 p-acp np1 r-crq vvz pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
301 Are there therefore any here to day that would have victory over the Devil, and over their own heart? Then come and embrace this great salvation, are there Therefore any Here to day that would have victory over the devil, and over their own heart? Then come and embrace this great salvation, vbr a-acp av d av p-acp n1 cst vmd vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po32 d n1? av vvb cc vvi d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
302 and then your victory is certain. But now to press home this great salvation upon you a little further; and then your victory is certain. But now to press home this great salvation upon you a little further; cc av po22 n1 vbz j. p-acp av pc-acp vvi av-an d j n1 p-acp pn22 dt j av-jc; (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
303 There are nine sorts of Persons who are invited to come and partake of this great salvation offered this day: There Are nine sorts of Persons who Are invited to come and partake of this great salvation offered this day: pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n2 r-crq vbr vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi pp-f d j n1 vvd d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 23
304 And I charge you answer to your names when ye are called, and delay not to come. And I charge you answer to your names when you Are called, and Delay not to come. cc pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2 c-crq pn22 vbr vvn, cc vvb xx pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 23
305 1. First, I invite and call here to day, all who are willing to come and embrace this great salvation. 1. First, I invite and call Here to day, all who Are willing to come and embrace this great salvation. crd ord, pns11 vvb cc vvi av p-acp n1, d r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 23
306 Now are there any of you here to day, who are called willing? Then I invite you to come aud embrace this great salvation, Rev. 22. 17. Whosoever will, let him come: Now Are there any of you Here to day, who Are called willing? Then I invite you to come and embrace this great salvation, Rev. 22. 17. Whosoever will, let him come: av vbr pc-acp d pp-f pn22 av p-acp n1, r-crq vbr vvn j? av pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j n1, n1 crd crd r-crq vmb, vvb pno31 vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 23
307 But Oh, are there none here to day who are named willing? I intreat you if there be any, do not deny your name, But O, Are there none Here to day who Are nam willing? I entreat you if there be any, do not deny your name, p-acp uh, vbr a-acp pix av p-acp n1 r-crq vbr vvn j? pns11 vvb pn22 cs pc-acp vbb d, vdb xx vvi po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 23
308 but come when ye are called and embrace this great salvation. but come when you Are called and embrace this great salvation. cc-acp vvb c-crq pn22 vbr vvn cc vvi d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 23
309 2. Secondly, Those persons who thirst for it, are invited to come, and partake of this great salvation, Rev. 22. 17. Let him that is athirst come. 2. Secondly, Those Persons who thirst for it, Are invited to come, and partake of this great salvation, Rev. 22. 17. Let him that is athirst come. crd ord, d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp pn31, vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, cc vvi pp-f d j n1, n1 crd crd vvb pno31 cst vbz j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 23
310 Now if there be any here who are named thirsty, let them come and partake of this great salvation, and they shall be satisfied. Now if there be any Here who Are nam thirsty, let them come and partake of this great salvation, and they shall be satisfied. av cs pc-acp vbi d av r-crq vbr vvn j, vvb pno32 vvi cc vvi pp-f d j n1, cc pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 24
311 3. Thirdly, are there any moneyless folk here to day? Let them come and partake of this great salvation. 3. Thirdly, Are there any moneyless folk Here to day? Let them come and partake of this great salvation. crd ord, vbr pc-acp d j n1 av p-acp n1? vvb pno32 vvi cc vvi pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 24
312 Are there no monyless folk here to day? I mean not that money or coin in your purses; are there no moneyless folk Here to day? I mean not that money or coin in your purses; vbr a-acp dx j n1 av p-acp n1? pns11 vvb xx d n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 24
313 but want ye money? That is, Want ye righteousness? Then I pray you come and partake of this great salvation. but want you money? That is, Want you righteousness? Then I pray you come and partake of this great salvation. cc-acp vvb pn22 n1? cst vbz, vvb pn22 n1? cs pns11 vvb pn22 vvb cc vvi pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 24
314 I say, are ye so poor that ye have nothing but the fear of hell? then I pray you come. I say, Are you so poor that you have nothing but the Fear of hell? then I pray you come. pns11 vvb, vbr pn22 av j cst pn22 vhb pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? cs pns11 vvb pn22 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 24
315 If there be any here who have nothing to commend them to Christ, but necessity: I say unto all such, O come, come, come, and partake of this great salvation. If there be any Here who have nothing to commend them to christ, but necessity: I say unto all such, Oh come, come, come, and partake of this great salvation. cs pc-acp vbb d av r-crq vhb pix pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp np1, cc-acp n1: pns11 vvb p-acp d d, uh vvb, vvb, vvb, cc vvi pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 24
316 4. Fourthly, Those persons are invited to come (and I wish there were many such) who are weary; but oh! 4. Fourthly, Those Persons Are invited to come (and I wish there were many such) who Are weary; but o! crd ord, d n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi (cc pns11 vvb a-acp vbdr d d) q-crq vbr j; p-acp uh! (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 24
317 Are there none here to day who are called weary? Are you not weary in pursuit of your sins? If there be any such here to day, I say unto you, O weary folk, Come, come, come, and partake of this great salvation, are there none Here to day who Are called weary? are you not weary in pursuit of your Sins? If there be any such Here to day, I say unto you, Oh weary folk, Come, come, come, and partake of this great salvation, vbr a-acp pix av p-acp n1 r-crq vbr vvn j? vbr pn22 xx j p-acp n1 pp-f po22 n2? cs pc-acp vbb d d av p-acp n1, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, uh j n1, vvb, vvb, vvb, cc vvi pp-f d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 24
318 and of this excellent Gospel-redemption that was purchased at so dear a rate. and of this excellent Gospel redemption that was purchased At so dear a rate. cc pp-f d j n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp av j-jn dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 24
319 5. Fifthly, Those who are heavy-loaden are invited to come, (and I think all of you may answer to this name) are you heavy-loaden? O then come! 5. Fifthly, Those who Are heavy-loaden Are invited to come, (and I think all of you may answer to this name) Are you heavy-loaden? Oh then come! crd ord, d r-crq vbr j vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, (cc pns11 vvb d pp-f pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1) vbr pn22 j? uh av vvn! (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 24
320 But are there none here who are heavy-loaden with sin, with misery, and estrangement from God? If there be any such here, I say unto thee, old man or young man, be who thou wilt, O come and partake of this great salvation. But Are there none Here who Are heavy-loaden with since, with misery, and estrangement from God? If there be any such Here, I say unto thee, old man or young man, be who thou wilt, Oh come and partake of this great salvation. cc-acp vbr pc-acp pix av q-crq vbr j p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp np1? cs pc-acp vbb d d av, pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, j n1 cc j n1, vbb r-crq pns21 vm2, uh vvb cc vvi pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 24
321 6. Sixthly, Are there any here to day who are called blind? I say, 6. Sixthly, are there any Here to day who Are called blind? I say, crd j, vbr pc-acp d av p-acp n1 r-crq vbr vvn j? pns11 vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 25
322 if there be any of you who think you want eyes to see the precious excellencies of Christ, I invite you to come and partake of this great salvation. if there be any of you who think you want eyes to see the precious excellencies of christ, I invite you to come and partake of this great salvation. cs pc-acp vbb d pp-f pn22 r-crq vvb pn22 vvb n2 pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1, pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 25
323 7. Seventhly, Are there any who are called lame here to day? I say unto such, O come, come, come, and partake of this great salvation; 7. Seventhly, are there any who Are called lame Here to day? I say unto such, Oh come, come, come, and partake of this great salvation; crd crd, vbr pc-acp d r-crq vbr vvn j av p-acp n1? pns11 vvb p-acp d, uh vvb, vvb, vvb, cc vvi pp-f d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 25
324 for weare sent forth to day to call in the blind and the maimed, and the lame, that they may come and embrace this great salvation; for wear sent forth to day to call in the blind and the maimed, and the lame, that they may come and embrace this great salvation; p-acp vvb vvd av p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j cc dt j-vvn, cc dt j, cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 25
325 therefore are there none here to day who may be called such? Are you neither blinde nor lame? I hope many of you will not deny that you are such; Therefore Are there none Here to day who may be called such? are you neither blind nor lame? I hope many of you will not deny that you Are such; av vbr pc-acp pix av p-acp n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn d? vbr pn22 dx j ccx j? pns11 vvb d pp-f pn22 vmb xx vvi cst pn22 vbr d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 25
326 therefore I say unto you, O blind, halt and maimed, Come, come, and partake of this great salvation. Therefore I say unto you, Oh blind, halt and maimed, Come, come, and partake of this great salvation. av pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, uh j, vvb cc j-vvn, vvb, vvb, cc vvi pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 25
327 8. The eight sort of persons invited, are those who are sick; therefore if there be any sick folk here to day, be who you will, I say unto you, O come and partake of this great salvation; 8. The eight sort of Persons invited, Are those who Are sick; Therefore if there be any sick folk Here to day, be who you will, I say unto you, Oh come and partake of this great salvation; crd dt crd n1 pp-f n2 vvn, vbr d r-crq vbr j; av cs pc-acp vbb d j n1 av p-acp n1, vbb r-crq pn22 vmb, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, uh vvb cc vvi pp-f d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 25
328 for the whole need not the Physician, but the sick. for the Whole need not the physician, but the sick. p-acp dt j-jn n1 xx dt n1, cc-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 25
329 9. Ninthly, Are there any here to day who know not their name, or their condition? I say unto you, O nameless folk, Come and partake of this great salvation; 9. Ninthly, are there any Here to day who know not their name, or their condition? I say unto you, Oh nameless folk, Come and partake of this great salvation; crd ord, vbr pc-acp d av p-acp n1 r-crq vvb xx po32 n1, cc po32 n1? pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, uh j n1, vvb cc vvi pp-f d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 25
330 Come to Christ for the knowledge of your souls condition; Come to christ for the knowledge of your Souls condition; vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 25
331 Come as a nameless one, and he shall not reject thee, though thy case were so evil that thou couldst not give it a name; Come as a nameless one, and he shall not reject thee, though thy case were so evil that thou Couldst not give it a name; vvb p-acp dt j pi, cc pns31 vmb xx vvi pno21, cs po21 n1 vbdr av j-jn cst pns21 vmd2 xx vvi pn31 dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 25
332 for of all that come unto him he sendeth none away. for of all that come unto him he sends none away. p-acp pp-f d cst vvb p-acp pno31 pns31 vvz pix av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 25
333 Now where do you find your name and sirname? O do you not know it? I hope now you may know; Now where do you find your name and surname? O do you not know it? I hope now you may know; av c-crq vdb pn22 vvi po22 n1 cc n1? sy vdb pn22 xx vvi pn31? pns11 vvb av pn22 vmb vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 26
334 therefore I entreat you answer to it, and so come away and partake of this great salvation. Therefore I entreat you answer to it, and so come away and partake of this great salvation. av pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp pn31, cc av vvb av cc vvi pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 26
335 But I am afraid there be many strong iron bars in the way of some of you, which you cannot win over. But I am afraid there be many strong iron bars in the Way of Some of you, which you cannot win over. cc-acp pns11 vbm j pc-acp vbi d j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d pp-f pn22, r-crq pn22 vmbx vvi a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 26
336 Ah, how fast are some souls locked in Satans snare! Ah, how fast Are Some Souls locked in Satan snare! uh, c-crq av-j vbr d n2 vvn p-acp npg1 n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 26
337 And therefore I shall speak a little for discovering of those bars that hinder from embracing this great salvation, that so you may be the better helped to remove them. And Therefore I shall speak a little for discovering of those bars that hinder from embracing this great salvation, that so you may be the better helped to remove them. cc av pns11 vmb vvi dt j p-acp vvg pp-f d n2 cst vvb p-acp vvg d j n1, cst av pn22 vmb vbi dt jc vvd pc-acp vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 26
338 I. The first great iron bar which keepeth folk romembracing this great salvation, is the bar of ignorance; I. The First great iron bar which Keepeth folk romembracing this great salvation, is the bar of ignorance; np1 dt ord j n1 vvb r-crq vvz n1 vvg d j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 26
339 and I am afraid that this (as a mighty bar) hindereth many of you: and I am afraid that this (as a mighty bar) hindereth many of you: cc pns11 vbm j cst d (c-acp dt j n1) vvz d pp-f pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 26
340 You are ignorant of your selves, and of the condition of your souls; You Are ignorant of your selves, and of the condition of your Souls; pn22 vbr j pp-f po22 n2, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f po22 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 26
341 you are ignorant of the Law, and of its severity and you are ignorant of the precious Gospel in its condescendency. you Are ignorant of the Law, and of its severity and you Are ignorant of the precious Gospel in its condescendency. pn22 vbr j pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f po31 n1 cc pn22 vbr j pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 26
342 O pray unto God that for Christs sake he would break that great bar of ignorance; O pray unto God that for Christ sake he would break that great bar of ignorance; sy vvb p-acp np1 cst p-acp npg1 n1 pns31 vmd vvi d j n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 26
343 for till that be done, Christ may take up that complaint, Ierem. 5. 4. Surely they are foolish, they know not the way of the Lord, for till that be done, christ may take up that complaint, Jeremiah 5. 4. Surely they Are foolish, they know not the Way of the Lord, c-acp c-acp d vbb vdn, np1 vmb vvi a-acp d n1, np1 crd crd av-j pns32 vbr j, pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 26
344 nor the judgment of their God. I say this bar of ignorance keepeth you from embracing this great salvation. nor the judgement of their God. I say this bar of ignorance Keepeth you from embracing this great salvation. ccx dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. pns11 vvb d n1 pp-f n1 vvz pn22 p-acp vvg d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 26
345 II. The second bar which keepeth many from closing with Christ, is, the bar of presumption; for some will cry out, What need have I to embrace the great salvation? Have I it not already? But I say unto thee, O fool, thou art (by all appearance) yet in bondage. II The second bar which Keepeth many from closing with christ, is, the bar of presumption; for Some will cry out, What need have I to embrace the great salvation? Have I it not already? But I say unto thee, Oh fool, thou art (by all appearance) yet in bondage. crd dt ord n1 r-crq vvz d p-acp vvg p-acp np1, vbz, dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp d vmb vvi av, q-crq n1 vhb pns11 pc-acp vvi dt j n1? vhb pns11 pn31 xx av? p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, uh n1, pns21 vb2r (p-acp d n1) av p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 26
346 O that this evill bar of presumption were put away; O that this evil bar of presumption were put away; sy cst d j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vbdr vvn av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 26
347 for it is one of the greatest impediments which lieth in the way of your embracing this great salvation that is in your offer to day: for it is one of the greatest impediments which lies in the Way of your embracing this great salvation that is in your offer to day: p-acp pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt js n2 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 vvg d j n1 cst vbz p-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 27
348 Therefore I say unto you, if you will come no further, I intreat you come this length, to confess that you want this Gospel-salvation, Therefore I say unto you, if you will come no further, I entreat you come this length, to confess that you want this Gospel salvation, av pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cs pn22 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb d n1, pc-acp vvi cst pn22 vvb d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 27
349 and that you are indeed strangers to this Redemption purchased by Christ. III. The third bar that keepeth persons from embracing this great salvation, is the bar of unbelief; you belie•e not what we say to you about this great salvation; and that you Are indeed Strangers to this Redemption purchased by christ. III. The third bar that Keepeth Persons from embracing this great salvation, is the bar of unbelief; you belie•e not what we say to you about this great salvation; cc cst pn22 vbr av n2 p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp np1. np1. dt ord n1 cst vvz n2 p-acp vvg d j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; pn22 vbr xx r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 27
350 I know that some of you are of the Stoicks and Epicures humor, who cry out, What meaneth this man? he seemeth to be the setter forth of some strange God. I know that Some of you Are of the Stoics and Epicureans humour, who cry out, What means this man? he seems to be the setter forth of Some strange God. pns11 vvb cst d pp-f pn22 vbr pp-f dt njp2 cc n2 n1, r-crq vvb av, q-crq vvz d n1? pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 av pp-f d j np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 27
351 But I say unto you, I am not the setter forth of any strange God, but it is Jesus of Nazareth whom I preach unto you. But I say unto you, I am not the setter forth of any strange God, but it is jesus of Nazareth whom I preach unto you. cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns11 vbm xx dt n1 av pp-f d j np1, cc-acp pn31 vbz np1 pp-f np1 ro-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 27
352 Alas, some of you think this great salvation to be some morning dream, or some golden fancy: Alas, Some of you think this great salvation to be Some morning dream, or Some golden fancy: np1, d pp-f pn22 vvb d j n1 pc-acp vbi d n1 n1, cc d j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 27
353 But I say unto you it is neither a dream nor fancy; but a real truth that we preach unto you. But I say unto you it is neither a dream nor fancy; but a real truth that we preach unto you. cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 pn31 vbz av-dx dt n1 ccx n1; cc-acp dt j n1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 27
354 IV. The fourth bar that keepeth persons from embracing this great salvation, is the bar of discouragement; this strong bar keepeth many so fast, that they cannot embrace this great salvation, IV. The fourth bar that Keepeth Persons from embracing this great salvation, is the bar of discouragement; this strong bar Keepeth many so fast, that they cannot embrace this great salvation, np1 dt ord n1 cst vvz n2 p-acp vvg d j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; d j n1 vvz d av av-j, cst pns32 vmbx vvi d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 27
355 though it be freely offered unto them. though it be freely offered unto them. cs pn31 vbb av-j vvn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 27
356 I shall say no more to you who are such, but counsel you to do as those four Lepers did, 1 Kings 7. 4. who sate at the gate of Samaria; I shall say no more to you who Are such, but counsel you to do as those four Lepers did, 1 Kings 7. 4. who sat At the gate of Samaria; pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp pn22 r-crq vbr d, cc-acp vvb pn22 pc-acp vdi c-acp d crd n2 vdd, crd n2 crd crd r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 27
357 who said, Why sit we here till we dye? if we say, We will enter into the City, who said, Why fit we Here till we die? if we say, We will enter into the city, r-crq vvd, q-crq vvb pns12 av c-acp pns12 vvi? cs pns12 vvb, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 27
358 then the famine is in the City, and we shall dye there; and if we sit still here, we dye also. then the famine is in the city, and we shall die there; and if we fit still Here, we die also. cs dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc pns12 vmb vvi a-acp; cc cs pns12 vvb av av, pns12 vvb av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 27
359 Now therefore come, and let us fall into the Host of the Syrians; Now Therefore come, and let us fallen into the Host of the Syrians; av av vvn, cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 27
360 if they save us alive we shall live, and if they kill us we shall but dye. if they save us alive we shall live, and if they kill us we shall but die. cs pns32 vvb pno12 j pns12 vmb vvi, cc cs pns32 vvb pno12 pns12 vmb cc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 27
361 Even so say I unto you, that if you abide in the state of unbelief, you shall surely be undone; therefore go forth; Even so say I unto you, that if you abide in the state of unbelief, you shall surely be undone; Therefore go forth; av av vvb pns11 p-acp pn22, cst cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn22 vmb av-j vbi vvn; av vvb av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 28
362 for you know not but God may work a great salvation for you; for you know not but God may work a great salvation for you; c-acp pn22 vvb xx p-acp np1 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 28
363 and if you will quit your unbelief, and close with Christ in the offer of this great salvation (by faith) you shall have no more to do but eat and drink, and divide the spoil. and if you will quit your unbelief, and close with christ in the offer of this great salvation (by faith) you shall have no more to do but eat and drink, and divide the spoil. cc cs pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1, cc av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 (p-acp n1) pn22 vmb vhi dx dc pc-acp vdi p-acp vvi cc vvi, cc vvi dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 28
364 V. The fifth bar which with-holdeth persons from embracing of this great salvation, is the bar of unwillingness; Ye will not come to me that ye may have life. V. The fifth bar which withholdeth Persons from embracing of this great salvation, is the bar of unwillingness; You will not come to me that you may have life. np1 dt ord n1 r-crq j n2 p-acp vvg pp-f d j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno11 cst pn22 vmb vhi n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 28
365 And alas, this is an iron bar indeed, by which all that are in hell have barred themselves out of heaven. And alas, this is an iron bar indeed, by which all that Are in hell have barred themselves out of heaven. cc uh, d vbz dt n1 vvb av, p-acp r-crq d cst vbr p-acp n1 vhb vvn px32 av pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 28
366 Alas, shall you be such wretches also? O what a dreadful sound is that? Woe unto thee O Ierusalem; Alas, shall you be such wretches also? O what a dreadful found is that? Woe unto thee Oh Ierusalem; np1, vmb pn22 vbb d n2 av? sy r-crq dt j n1 vbz d? n1 p-acp pno21 uh np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 28
367 Wilt thou not be made clean? when shall it once be? Ah, Turn you, turn you, Wilt thou not be made clean? when shall it once be? Ah, Turn you, turn you, vm2 pns21 xx vbi vvn j? q-crq vmb pn31 a-acp vbb? uh, vvb pn22, vvb pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 28
368 why will you dye? Why will you sligh this great salvation? O will none of you this day embrace it? VI. The sixth bar that with-holdeth persons from embracing this great salvation, is the bar of worldlymindedness: Many of you are so fixed to the World, that you cannot come and close with this great salvation. why will you die? Why will you sligh this great salvation? O will none of you this day embrace it? VI. The sixth bar that withholdeth Persons from embracing this great salvation, is the bar of Worldly-mindedness: Many of you Are so fixed to the World, that you cannot come and close with this great salvation. q-crq vmb pn22 vvi? q-crq vmb pn22 vvi d j n1? sy vmb pix pp-f pn22 d n1 vvi pn31? crd. dt ord n1 cst j n2 p-acp vvg d j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: d pp-f pn22 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pn22 vmbx vvi cc vvi p-acp d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 28
369 I may allude to that word spoken of Saul, 1 Sam. 10. 22. that he hid himself among the stuff; I may allude to that word spoken of Saul, 1 Sam. 10. 22. that he hid himself among the stuff; pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 vvn pp-f np1, vvn np1 crd crd cst pns31 vvn px31 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 28
370 for many have buried and nested themselves in the midst of the world, that they cannot embrace this great salvation. VII. for many have buried and nested themselves in the midst of the world, that they cannot embrace this great salvation. VII. p-acp d vhb vvn cc vvn px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmbx vvi d j n1. np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 28
371 The seventh bar which keepeth many from embracing this great salvation, is the bar of hardheartedness; there hath such a stupidity and hardness of heart seized upon many, that let Christ preach as he will to them (by his Word, The seventh bar which Keepeth many from embracing this great salvation, is the bar of hardheartedness; there hath such a stupidity and hardness of heart seized upon many, that let christ preach as he will to them (by his Word, dt ord n1 r-crq vvz d p-acp vvg d j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; a-acp vhz d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp d, cst vvb np1 vvi c-acp pns31 vmb p-acp pno32 (p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 28
372 or by other dispenations) they are no more moved, than if his Word and dispensations were a thousand miles from them. or by other dispenations) they Are no more moved, than if his Word and dispensations were a thousand miles from them. cc p-acp j-jn n2) pns32 vbr av-dx av-dc vvn, cs cs po31 n1 cc n2 vbdr dt crd n2 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 29
373 O that strong bar of hardness of heart, when shall the Omnipotent hand of God break it? VIII. The eight bar that hindereth many from embracing this great salvation, is the bar of sloathfulness: Many of you cannot be at the pains to embrace it; O that strong bar of hardness of heart, when shall the Omnipotent hand of God break it? VIII. The eight bar that hindereth many from embracing this great salvation, is the bar of slothfulness: Many of you cannot be At the pains to embrace it; sy cst j n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, c-crq vmb dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvi pn31? np1. dt crd n1 cst vvz d p-acp vvg d j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: d pp-f pn22 vmbx vbi p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 29
374 but I say unto you, there is but small pains in the way of godliness: but I say unto you, there is but small pains in the Way of godliness: cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pc-acp vbz cc-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 29
375 I say unto you, it may so easily be had, that it is in your offer to day; I say unto you, it may so Easily be had, that it is in your offer to day; pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pn31 vmb av av-j vbb vhn, cst pn31 vbz p-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 29
376 and if you will, you may put forth your hand and take it. Consider therefore what you will do. and if you will, you may put forth your hand and take it. Consider Therefore what you will do. cc cs pn22 vmb, pn22 vmb vvi av po22 n1 cc vvi pn31. np1 av r-crq pn22 vmb vdi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 29
377 O will you despise it? I say, will you still neglect and despise it? will you but read that dreadful word? Acts 13. 40, 41. Behold ye dispisers, and wonder, and perish: O will you despise it? I say, will you still neglect and despise it? will you but read that dreadful word? Acts 13. 40, 41. Behold you despisers, and wonder, and perish: sy vmb pn22 vvi pn31? pns11 vvb, vmb pn22 av vvi cc vvi pn31? vmb pn22 cc-acp vvb cst j n1? vvz crd crd, crd vvb pn22 n2, cc n1, cc vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 29
378 Tell me freely, Would you have us to return this answer to him who sent us, that you are despisers of the great salvation? Say to it, are there none of you who (for all this) will consent to partake of this great salvation? O captives and prisoners, Tell me freely, Would you have us to return this answer to him who sent us, that you Are despisers of the great salvation? Say to it, Are there none of you who (for all this) will consent to partake of this great salvation? O captives and Prisoners, vvb pno11 av-j, vmd pn22 vhi pno12 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno31 r-crq vvd pno12, cst pn22 vbr n2 pp-f dt j n1? np1 p-acp pn31, vbr a-acp pix pp-f pn22 r-crq (c-acp d d) vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f d j n1? sy n2-jn cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 29
379 and you who are in the bonds of Satan, Will you come and partake of this great salvation, and you who Are in the bonds of Satan, Will you come and partake of this great salvation, cc pn22 r-crq vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vmb pn22 vvi cc vvi pp-f d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 29
380 and you shall be made free? I have an act of release for you to day; and you shall be made free? I have an act of release for you to day; cc pn22 vmb vbi vvn j? pns11 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 29
381 if you will come and make use of it, you shall be set at liberty. if you will come and make use of it, you shall be Set At liberty. cs pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi n1 pp-f pn31, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 29
382 But, oh shall the prison doors be cast open, and yet none come forth? But that I may come to a close, I say yet unto you, O poor Prisoners; go forth, go forth, and partake of this great salvation. But, o shall the prison doors be cast open, and yet none come forth? But that I may come to a close, I say yet unto you, Oh poor Prisoners; go forth, go forth, and partake of this great salvation. p-acp, uh vmb dt n1 n2 vbb vvn j, cc av pix vvn av? p-acp cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt j, pns11 vvb av p-acp pn22, uh j n2; vvb av, vvb av, cc vvi pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 29
383 Oh will you not come foth? What holdeth you in? the foundation of your prison-house is shaken to day; O will you not come foth? What holds you in? the Foundation of your Prison house is shaken to day; uh vmb pn22 xx vvi uh? q-crq vvz pn22 p-acp? dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 29
384 therefore if you will but come forth, and cast a look to Christ, your very shackels shall fall off your hands, Therefore if you will but come forth, and cast a look to christ, your very shackles shall fallen off your hands, av cs pn22 vmb cc-acp vvi av, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, po22 j n2 vmb vvi a-acp po22 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 29
385 and you shall be as those who were never bound. and you shall be as those who were never bound. cc pn22 vmb vbi p-acp d r-crq vbdr av-x vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 29
386 Now I leave this with you, and to make you think upon it, I shall speak these five words to you, Now I leave this with you, and to make you think upon it, I shall speak these five words to you, av pns11 vvb d p-acp pn22, cc pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb p-acp pn31, pns11 vmb vvi d crd n2 p-acp pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 30
387 and I intreat you think upon them. and I entreat you think upon them. cc pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 30
388 1. First, I have excellent tydings to tell you; (I hope some of you will give ear to them) viz. there is a great person come here to day, 1. First, I have excellent tidings to tell you; (I hope Some of you will give ear to them) viz. there is a great person come Here to day, crd ord, pns11 vhb j n2 pc-acp vvi pn22; (pns11 vvb d pp-f pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno32) n1 a-acp vbz dt j n1 vvb av p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 30
389 and that is the Mighty Author of this great salvation, who hath brought everlasting righteousness with him, desiring you to make use thereof; and that is the Mighty Author of this great salvation, who hath brought everlasting righteousness with him, desiring you to make use thereof; cc d vbz dt j n1 pp-f d j n1, r-crq vhz vvn j n1 p-acp pno31, vvg pn22 pc-acp vvi n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 30
390 it is his desire that you would take his excellent gifts at his hand. These I say are the tydings that I have to preach unto you; it is his desire that you would take his excellent Gifts At his hand. These I say Are the tidings that I have to preach unto you; pn31 vbz po31 n1 cst pn22 vmd vvi po31 j n2 p-acp po31 n1. np1 pns11 vvb vbr dt n2 cst pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 30
391 and I hope never to be declared a lyar for what I preach unto you: and I hope never to be declared a liar for what I preach unto you: cc pns11 vvb av-x pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 30
392 I say yet unto you, that Christ the Author of the great salvation desireth to give it freely unto you, I say yet unto you, that christ the Author of the great salvation Desires to give it freely unto you, pns11 vvb av p-acp pn22, cst np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j p-acp pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 30
393 if you will but take it. if you will but take it. cs pn22 vmb cc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 30
394 But O will you not take it? I think if you did see an hundred men lying in prison or dungeon without all light, bread or water, But O will you not take it? I think if you did see an hundred men lying in prison or dungeon without all Light, bred or water, p-acp np1 vmb pn22 xx vvi pn31? pns11 vvb cs pn22 vdd vvi dt crd n2 vvg p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1, n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 30
395 and a great Prince coming to them, saying, I desire you all to come forth, and partake of this great liberty which I bring unto you; and a great Prince coming to them, saying, I desire you all to come forth, and partake of this great liberty which I bring unto you; cc dt j n1 vvg p-acp pno32, vvg, pns11 vvb pn22 d pc-acp vvi av, cc vvi pp-f d j n1 r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 30
396 and every one of them should answer, I scorne to come forth at this time; and every one of them should answer, I scorn to come forth At this time; cc d crd pp-f pno32 vmd vvi, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 30
397 would you not think them exceeding great fools? And yet I fear this act of great folly falls out in many of your hands to day; would you not think them exceeding great Fools? And yet I Fear this act of great folly falls out in many of your hands to day; vmd pn22 xx vvi pno32 av-vvg j n2? cc av pns11 vvb d n1 pp-f j n1 vvz av p-acp d pp-f po22 n2 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 30
398 that when Christ hath given us the keys of your prison doors, and they are opened, you will not come forth: that when christ hath given us the keys of your prison doors, and they Are opened, you will not come forth: cst c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 dt n2 pp-f po22 n1 n2, cc pns32 vbr vvn, pn22 vmb xx vvi av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 30
399 But I must intreat you yet to come forth and shew your selves. But I must entreat you yet to come forth and show your selves. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av pc-acp vvi av cc vvb po22 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 30
400 For who knoweth but we may be commanded to shut your prison-doors again, and to seal them with seven seals, with an unalterable decree from heaven, never to be recalled! For who Knoweth but we may be commanded to shut your prison-doors again, and to seal them with seven Seals, with an unalterable Decree from heaven, never to be Recalled! p-acp r-crq vvz cc-acp pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po22 n2 av, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp crd n2, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, av-x pc-acp vbi vvn! (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 30
401 Wherefore O ye prisoners, Go forth, go forth from your prison house. 2. Secondly; Wherefore Oh you Prisoners, Go forth, go forth from your prison house. 2. Secondly; q-crq uh pn22 n2, vvb av, vvb av p-acp po22 n1 n1. crd ord; (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 30
402 I would say this to you, that it is not without much ground that this salvation (offered to yon) is called a great salvation. I would say this to you, that it is not without much ground that this salvation (offered to yond) is called a great salvation. pns11 vmd vvi d p-acp pn22, cst pn31 vbz xx p-acp d n1 cst d n1 (vvn p-acp d) vbz vvn dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 31
403 I know a little paper of two or three sheets might contain all the salvations that ever any man obtained; I know a little paper of two or three sheets might contain all the salvations that ever any man obtained; pns11 vvb dt j n1 pp-f crd cc crd n2 vmd vvi d dt n2 cst av d n1 vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 31
404 but the world would not be able to contain all the books which might be written to the commendation of this great salvation; but the world would not be able to contain all the books which might be written to the commendation of this great salvation; cc-acp dt n1 vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi d dt n2 r-crq vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 31
405 yea, (unto any who will embrace it) I say; yea, (unto any who will embrace it) I say; uh, (p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi pn31) pns11 vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 31
406 First, if thou find not this salvation above thy faith, then go thy way when thou art come: First, if thou find not this salvation above thy faith, then go thy Way when thou art come: ord, cs pns21 vvb xx d n1 p-acp po21 n1, av vvb po21 n1 c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 31
407 But I know thou wilt finde it both above thy faith and hope. Secondly, if thou find it not above thy desires when thou art come unto it, then go thy way again; But I know thou wilt find it both above thy faith and hope. Secondly, if thou find it not above thy Desires when thou art come unto it, then go thy Way again; cc-acp pns11 vvb pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 d p-acp po21 n1 cc n1. ord, cs pns21 vvb pn31 xx p-acp po21 n2 c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp pn31, av vvb po21 n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 31
408 but were thy desires as the sand upon the Sea shoar, thou shalt always find more in this salvation than ever thou couldst desire. but were thy Desires as the sand upon the Sea shore, thou shalt always find more in this salvation than ever thou Couldst desire. cc-acp vbdr po21 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, pns21 vm2 av vvi av-dc p-acp d n1 cs av pns21 vmd2 vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 31
409 Thirdly, if this salvation be not above what thou canst conceive, then go thy way when thou art come to it; Thirdly, if this salvation be not above what thou Canst conceive, then go thy Way when thou art come to it; ord, cs d n1 vbb xx p-acp r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi, av vvb po21 n1 c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 31
410 but think of it as thou canst, it shall always be above thy thoughts of it. but think of it as thou Canst, it shall always be above thy thoughts of it. cc-acp vvb pp-f pn31 c-acp pns21 vm2, pn31 vmb av vbi p-acp po21 n2 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 31
411 Fourthly, if this salvation be not above thy opinion of it, then go thy way when thou art come unto it; Fourthly, if this salvation be not above thy opinion of it, then go thy Way when thou art come unto it; ord, cs d n1 vbb xx p-acp po21 n1 pp-f pn31, av vvb po21 n1 c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 31
412 but I know thou wilt find it far above thy opinion of it. but I know thou wilt find it Far above thy opinion of it. cc-acp pns11 vvb pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 av-j p-acp po21 n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 31
413 Therefore seeing it is so great a salvation, as that all the world could not contain all the books that might be written in the commendation of it; Therefore seeing it is so great a salvation, as that all the world could not contain all the books that might be written in the commendation of it; av vvg pn31 vbz av j dt n1, c-acp cst d dt n1 vmd xx vvi d dt n2 cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 31
414 O will you embrace it, even to day, while it is in your offer? Oh will you embrace it, even to day, while it is in your offer? uh vmb pn22 vvi pn31, av p-acp n1, cs pn31 vbz p-acp po22 n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 31
415 3. Thirdly, I would say this unto you, Be perswaded that there is no sin that will more provoke the Majesty of God to punish you, 3. Thirdly, I would say this unto you, Be persuaded that there is no since that will more provoke the Majesty of God to Punish you, crd ord, pns11 vmd vvi d p-acp pn22, vbb vvn cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst vmb av-dc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 31
416 than the sin of slighting this great salvation. than the since of slighting this great salvation. cs dt n1 pp-f vvg d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 31
417 Bring forth these murderers, saith the Lord, (of the slighters of this invitation) and slay them before me. Bring forth these murderers, Says the Lord, (of the slighters of this invitation) and slay them before me. vvb av d n2, vvz dt n1, (pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1) cc vvi pno32 p-acp pno11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 31
418 I entreat you inquire at your own hearts what you will answer when you are reproved for slighting of it. I entreat you inquire At your own hearts what you will answer when you Are reproved for slighting of it. pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp po22 d n2 r-crq pn22 vmb vvi c-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp vvg pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 32
419 Old men, will you ask at your own hearts what you will answer to Christ when he shall propose that question to you, Old men, will you ask At your own hearts what you will answer to christ when he shall propose that question to you, j n2, vmb pn22 vvi p-acp po22 d n2 r-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 32
420 Why slighted you the great salvation? Old women, what will you answer when he shall say to you, Why slighted you the great salvation? Old women, what will you answer when he shall say to you, q-crq vvd pn22 dt j n1? j n2, r-crq vmb pn22 vvi c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 32
421 Why slighted you the great salvation? Young Men and young women, inquire at your own hearts, what you will answer, Why slighted you the great salvation? Young Men and young women, inquire At your own hearts, what you will answer, q-crq vvd pn22 dt j n1? j n2 cc j n2, vvb p-acp po22 d n2, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 32
422 when Christ shall say to you, why slighted ye the great salvation? Can ye imagine any answer to that question? O dreadful shall that wrath of God be, that shall be executed upon the slighters of this great salvation! when christ shall say to you, why slighted you the great salvation? Can you imagine any answer to that question? O dreadful shall that wrath of God be, that shall be executed upon the slighters of this great salvation! c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, q-crq vvd pn22 dt j n1? vmb pn22 vvi d n1 p-acp d n1? sy j vmb d n1 pp-f np1 vbi, cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 32
423 4. Fourthly, I would say this unto you, that Heaven is waiting to hear what exhortation the offer of this great salvation doth get among you. 4. Fourthly, I would say this unto you, that Heaven is waiting to hear what exhortation the offer of this great salvation does get among you. crd ord, pns11 vmd vvi d p-acp pn22, cst n1 vbz vvg pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vdz vvi p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 32
424 Here is the great salvation, here is the offer of it, and here is the commendation of it; Here is the great salvation, Here is the offer of it, and Here is the commendation of it; av vbz dt j n1, av vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc av vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 32
425 what say you to it? Is it not an excellent salvation? is it not a free salvation? is it not a great salvation? is it not an eternal salvation? Why then do ye not welcome it? Can any of you say any thing to the discommendation of it? I know you cannot; what say you to it? Is it not an excellent salvation? is it not a free salvation? is it not a great salvation? is it not an Eternal salvation? Why then do you not welcome it? Can any of you say any thing to the discommendation of it? I know you cannot; q-crq vvb pn22 p-acp pn31? vbz pn31 xx dt j n1? vbz pn31 xx dt j n1? vbz pn31 xx dt j n1? vbz pn31 xx dt j n1? uh-crq av vdb pn22 xx vvi pn31? vmb d pp-f pn22 vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31? pns11 vvb pn22 vmbx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 32
426 Yea, I dare say, your own hearts are admiring it as most excellent; Yea, I Dare say, your own hearts Are admiring it as most excellent; uh, pns11 vvb vvi, po22 d n2 vbr vvg pn31 a-acp av-ds j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 32
427 and therefore, O will ye accept it? Alas, shall there be none here who will be found accepters of this great salvation, so freely offered to day! and Therefore, Oh will you accept it? Alas, shall there be none Here who will be found accepters of this great salvation, so freely offered to day! cc av, uh vmb pn22 vvi pn31? np1, vmb a-acp vbi pix av r-crq vmb vbi vvn n2 pp-f d j n1, av av-j vvn p-acp n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 32
428 5. Fithly, I would say this to you, let all the Angels praise him who is the author of this great salvation. 5. Filthy, I would say this to you, let all the Angels praise him who is the author of this great salvation. crd j, pns11 vmd vvi d p-acp pn22, vvb d dt n2 vvb pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 32
429 All the Saints round about the throne praise him who is the author of this great salvation. All the Saints round about the throne praise him who is the author of this great salvation. av-d dt n2 av-j p-acp dt n1 vvb pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 32
430 All those who are expectants of heaven, praise him who is the author of this great salvation. All those who Are expectants of heaven, praise him who is the author of this great salvation. av-d d r-crq vbr n2 pp-f n1, n1 pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 33
431 All ye to whom this offer is made, praise him who is the author of this great salvation. All you to whom this offer is made, praise him who is the author of this great salvation. av-d pn22 p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbz vvn, vvb pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 33
432 O heaven praise him who is the author of this great salvation, O all ye fowls of the air, praise him who is the author of this great salvation. O heaven praise him who is the author of this great salvation, Oh all you fowls of the air, praise him who is the author of this great salvation. sy n1 vvb pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1, uh av-d pn22 n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 33
433 O fire, hail, snow, vapours, stormy winds, and tempests, praise him who is the author of this great salvation. O fire, hail, snow, vapours, stormy winds, and tempests, praise him who is the author of this great salvation. sy n1, n1, n1, n2, j n2, cc n2, vvb pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 33
434 All the tribes of the earth, praise him who is the author of this great salvation; All the tribes of the earth, praise him who is the author of this great salvation; av-d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 33
435 our own soul praise him who is the author of this great salvation, and all that is within us, bless him, who is the author of this great salvation. our own soul praise him who is the author of this great salvation, and all that is within us, bless him, who is the author of this great salvation. po12 d n1 vvi pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1, cc d cst vbz p-acp pno12, vvb pno31, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 33
436 O who would not praise him, who is the author of this great salvation? Are there any here that will refuse to commend him? O think upon him, O who would not praise him, who is the author of this great salvation? are there any Here that will refuse to commend him? O think upon him, sy q-crq vmd xx vvi pno31, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1? vbr pc-acp d av cst vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno31? sy vvb p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 33
437 and let not this be a day of slighting him. and let not this be a day of slighting him. cc vvb xx d vbi dt n1 pp-f vvg pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 33
438 Now where are your hearts at this time? I will tell you where many of your hearts are; Now where Are your hearts At this time? I will tell you where many of your hearts Are; av q-crq vbr po22 n2 p-acp d n1? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 c-crq d pp-f po22 n2 vbr; (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 33
439 they are thinking upon the World: But I am sure there are not many of them thinking upon this great salvation. they Are thinking upon the World: But I am sure there Are not many of them thinking upon this great salvation. pns32 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1: cc-acp pns11 vbm j pc-acp vbr xx d pp-f pno32 vvg p-acp d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 33
440 Now what resolution mind ye to go away with to day? Oh, have ye no resolution beyond what ye had when ye came hither to day; Now what resolution mind you to go away with to day? O, have you no resolution beyond what you had when you Come hither to day; av q-crq n1 n1 pn22 pc-acp vvi av p-acp p-acp n1? uh, vhb pn22 dx n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vhd c-crq pn22 vvd av p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 33
441 Are there any here who have this resolution, To whom shall we go, but to him who is the author of this great salvation, who alone hath the Words of eternal life? Even the Lord breath it upon you. are there any Here who have this resolution, To whom shall we go, but to him who is the author of this great salvation, who alone hath the Words of Eternal life? Even the Lord breath it upon you. vbr pc-acp d av r-crq vhb d n1, p-acp ro-crq vmb pns12 vvi, cc-acp p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1, r-crq av-j vhz dt n2 pp-f j n1? av-j dt n1 vvb pn31 p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 33
442 Or is this your resolution, that through Christs strength ( forsake him who will) ye will never forsake him? Or have ye this resolution? That ye will esteem more highly of this great salvation then ever ye did? O that the Lord would keep these in the in the imaginations of the thoughts of your hearts for ever. Or is this your resolution, that through Christ strength (forsake him who will) you will never forsake him? Or have you this resolution? That you will esteem more highly of this great salvation then ever you did? Oh that the Lord would keep these in the in the Imaginations of the thoughts of your hearts for ever. cc vbz d po22 n1, cst p-acp npg1 n1 (vvb pno31 r-crq n1) pn22 vmb av-x vvi pno31? cc vhb pn22 d n1? cst pn22 vmb vvi av-dc av-j pp-f d j n1 cs av pn22 vdd? uh cst dt n1 vmd vvi d p-acp dt p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po22 n2 p-acp av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 33
443 But as for you who have no resolutions to embrace this great salvation, O wherewith shall I commend it unto you? Do not your own necessities commend it? But if nothing can perswade you to come away and embrace it, But as for you who have no resolutions to embrace this great salvation, Oh wherewith shall I commend it unto you? Do not your own necessities commend it? But if nothing can persuade you to come away and embrace it, p-acp c-acp p-acp pn22 r-crq vhb dx n2 pc-acp vvi d j n1, uh c-crq vmb pns11 vvi pn31 p-acp pn22? vdb xx po22 d ng1 vvb pn31? p-acp cs pix vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi av cc vvi pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 34
444 then this place shall be an heap of witnesses against you? for it hath heard all the words of the law which he hath spoken unto you, John 24. Oh cast your eyes upon these pillars of the house and stones in the walls. then this place shall be an heap of Witnesses against you? for it hath herd all the words of the law which he hath spoken unto you, John 24. O cast your eyes upon these pillars of the house and stones in the walls. cs d n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pn22? p-acp pn31 vhz vvn d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pn22, np1 crd uh vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 34
445 I take them as so many witnesses, that they may speak and testifie against you in the great day of the Lord, I take them as so many Witnesses, that they may speak and testify against you in the great day of the Lord, pns11 vvb pno32 a-acp av d n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 34
446 if ye neglect this great salvation to day. if you neglect this great salvation to day. cs pn22 vvb d j n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 34
447 Therefore as ye go away, be thinking upon it, and whether or not ye mind to embrace it now while ye may have it; Therefore as you go away, be thinking upon it, and whither or not the mind to embrace it now while you may have it; av c-acp pn22 vvb av, vbb vvg p-acp pn31, cc c-crq cc xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av cs pn22 vmb vhi pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 34
448 This day I have set life and death before you: I have set before you both the great salvation and the great damnation; This day I have Set life and death before you: I have Set before you both the great salvation and the great damnation; d n1 pns11 vhb vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp pn22: pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 d dt j n1 cc dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 34
449 And O that ye had understanding in all these things, that ye being wise might be provoked at last to embrace this great salvation, the which we do yet again entreat you to think upon. And Oh that you had understanding in all these things, that you being wise might be provoked At last to embrace this great salvation, the which we do yet again entreat you to think upon. cc uh cst pn22 vhd n1 p-acp d d n2, cst pn22 vbg j vmd vbi vvn p-acp ord pc-acp vvi d j n1, dt r-crq pns12 vdb av av vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 34
450 Is not heaven looking upon you at this time, to see what ye will do with this great offer of salvation, which I have this day from the Lord presented unto you? Now to him that can perswade you to embrace this great salvation, this gospel redemption, this blessed mystery, into which the Angels desire to pray, to him who can bring you back from the pit, Is not heaven looking upon you At this time, to see what you will do with this great offer of salvation, which I have this day from the Lord presented unto you? Now to him that can persuade you to embrace this great salvation, this gospel redemption, this blessed mystery, into which the Angels desire to pray, to him who can bring you back from the pit, vbz xx n1 vvg p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq pn22 vmb vdi p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns11 vhb d n1 p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp pn22? av p-acp pno31 cst vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi d j n1, d n1 n1, d j-vvn n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, p-acp pno31 r-crq vmb vvi pn22 av p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 34
451 and can enlighten you with the light of the living: and can enlighten you with the Light of the living: cc vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 34
452 To him, who hath the keys of your prison, Who can open, and none can shut, To him, who hath the keys of your prison, Who can open, and none can shut, p-acp pno31, r-crq vhz dt n2 pp-f po22 n1, r-crq vmb vvi, cc pix vmb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 34
453 and can shut, and none can open: and can shut, and none can open: cc vmb vvi, cc pix vmb vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 34
454 To him, Who hath all power in Heaven and in Earth communicate, to him who can deliver you from the power of the Grave, To him, Who hath all power in Heaven and in Earth communicate, to him who can deliver you from the power of the Grave, p-acp pno31, r-crq vhz d n1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 vvi, p-acp pno31 r-crq vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 34
455 and can set you free from all your enemies, we desire to give praise, Amen. and can Set you free from all your enemies, we desire to give praise, Amen. cc vmb vvi pn22 j p-acp d po22 n2, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi n1, uh-n. (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 34
456 SERMON II. Heb. 2. 3. How shall we escape if we neglect so, great salvation, which at the first began to be spoken by the Lord, SERMON II Hebrew 2. 3. How shall we escape if we neglect so, great salvation, which At the First began to be spoken by the Lord, n1 crd np1 crd crd q-crq vmb pns12 vvi cs pns12 vvb av, j n1, r-crq p-acp dt ord vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 35
457 and was confirmed unto us by them that heard him? and was confirmed unto us by them that herd him? cc vbds vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp pno32 cst vvd pno31? (4) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 35
458 THere are two great and most ordinary complaints in these dayes. 1. There are many who complain, that their estates and persons are in bondage, THere Are two great and most ordinary complaints in these days. 1. There Are many who complain, that their estates and Persons Are in bondage, pc-acp vbr crd j cc av-ds j n2 p-acp d n2. crd pc-acp vbr d r-crq vvb, cst po32 n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 35
459 and that they are sold for Slaves to the hands of strangers: and that they Are sold for Slaves to the hands of Strangers: cc cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 35
460 But O that we could also turn over the complaint to this, that our souls are in bondange, But Oh that we could also turn over the complaint to this, that our Souls Are in bondange, cc-acp uh cst pns12 vmd av vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, cst po12 n2 vbr p-acp j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 35
461 and that we are yet in the gall of bitterness, and in the bond of iniquity, that so we might be provoked to long for the great salvation that is in our offer! and that we Are yet in the Gall of bitterness, and in the bound of iniquity, that so we might be provoked to long for the great salvation that is in our offer! cc cst pns12 vbr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst av pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp j c-acp dt j n1 cst vbz p-acp po12 n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 35
462 2. There are many complaining (and not without much cause) that there is now such a toleration of errours: 2. There Are many complaining (and not without much cause) that there is now such a toleration of errors: crd pc-acp vbr d vvg (cc xx p-acp d n1) cst pc-acp vbz av d dt n1 pp-f n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 35
463 But O wilt thou complain also of this, that within thy heart there is a toleration of lusts; But Oh wilt thou complain also of this, that within thy heart there is a toleration of Lustiest; cc-acp uh vm2 pns21 vvi av pp-f d, cst p-acp po21 n1 a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 35
464 is there not an act of toleration concluded in thy breast, that the devil and all his company may reign in thee at pleasure. is there not an act of toleration concluded in thy breast, that the Devil and all his company may Reign in thee At pleasure. vbz pc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp po21 n1, cst dt n1 cc d po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 35
465 Oh ha•e ye not need of great salvation? Shall I tell you, that Christ is courting you to embrace it, O ha•e you not need of great salvation? Shall I tell you, that christ is courting you to embrace it, uh n1 pn22 xx vvi pp-f j n1? vmb pns11 vvi pn22, cst np1 vbz vvg pn22 pc-acp vvi pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 35
466 and that he putteth on all his most glorious robes, and manifesteth himself unto you, a a suitor making offer of himself and of his great salvation! and that he putteth on all his most glorious robes, and manifesteth himself unto you, a a suitor making offer of himself and of his great salvation! cc cst pns31 vvz p-acp d po31 av-ds j n2, cc vvz px31 p-acp pn22, av dt n1 vvg n1 pp-f px31 cc pp-f po31 j n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 36
467 O tell me, have ye seen him? Or do you think to see him this day? What robes hath he on? There are five glorious robes wherewith he clothes himself when he condescendeth to manifest himself to his people. O tell me, have you seen him? Or do you think to see him this day? What robes hath he on? There Are five glorious robes wherewith he clothes himself when he condescendeth to manifest himself to his people. sy vvb pno11, vhb pn22 vvn pno31? cc vdb pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 d n1? q-crq n2 vhz pns31 a-acp? pc-acp vbr crd j n2 c-crq pns31 n2 px31 c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 36
468 First, He cometh to his own with the garments of salvation, according to that word, Zach. 9. verse 9. Kejoyce, O dauhter of Sion greatly, shout O daughter of Jerusalem; First, He comes to his own with the garments of salvation, according to that word, Zach 9. verse 9. Kejoyce, Oh dauhter of Sion greatly, shout Oh daughter of Jerusalem; ord, pns31 vvz p-acp po31 d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp d n1, np1 crd n1 crd vvb, uh n1 pp-f np1 av-j, vvb uh n1 pp-f np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 36
469 for behold thy King cometh unto thee, he is just and having salvation; for behold thy King comes unto thee, he is just and having salvation; p-acp vvi po21 n1 vvz p-acp pno21, pns31 vbz j cc vhg n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 36
470 Ay, your King is come here to day, and will ye not fall in love with him when he is cloathed with the garments of salvation? Can ye ever have a more conquering sight of Christ than when he is cloathed with such an excellent robe, and offering you salvation? Ay, your King is come Here to day, and will you not fallen in love with him when he is clothed with the garments of salvation? Can you ever have a more conquering sighed of christ than when he is clothed with such an excellent robe, and offering you salvation? uh, po22 n1 vbz vvn av p-acp n1, cc vmb pn22 xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1? vmb pn22 av vhb dt av-dc j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 av c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d dt j n1, cc vvg pn22 n1? (4) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 36
471 Secondly, He appeareth to his own sometimes in garments dyed in blood, according to that word, Isa. 63. verse 1. 2. Who is this that cometh up from Edom with dyed garments in blood, Secondly, He appears to his own sometime in garments died in blood, according to that word, Isaiah 63. verse 1. 2. Who is this that comes up from Edom with died garments in blood, ord, pns31 vvz p-acp po31 d av p-acp n2 vvn p-acp n1, vvg p-acp d n1, np1 crd n1 crd crd q-crq vbz d cst vvz a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp vvd n2 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 36
472 as one that treadeth the Wine Fat! as one that treadeth the Wine Fat! c-acp pi cst vvz dt n1 j! (4) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 36
473 And now I say to you that will not look to Christ when he appears in the garments of salvation, have ye a heart to refuse him that hath fought such a combat for you, who hath trode the wine press alone, and hath stained all his garments with the blood of thy enemies? or is there any here, who dare refuse his salvation, And now I say to you that will not look to christ when he appears in the garments of salvation, have you a heart to refuse him that hath fought such a combat for you, who hath trodden the wine press alone, and hath stained all his garments with the blood of thy enemies? or is there any Here, who Dare refuse his salvation, cc av pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 cst vmb xx vvi p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vhb pn22 dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 cst vhz vvn d dt n1 p-acp pn22, r-crq vhz vvn dt n1 vvb av-j, cc vhz vvn d po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2? cc vbz pc-acp d av, r-crq vvb vvi po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 36
474 when they see how he treadeth his enemies in anger, and trampleth them in his fury, and thus sprinkleth their blood upon his garments? O tremble at this sight, when they see how he treadeth his enemies in anger, and trampleth them in his fury, and thus sprinkleth their blood upon his garments? Oh tremble At this sighed, c-crq pns32 vvb c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n1, cc av vvz po32 n1 p-acp po31 n2? uh vvi p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 36
475 and seek quarter from him in time, or he shall dye his garments with the blood of thy mortal soul. and seek quarter from him in time, or he shall die his garments with the blood of thy Mortal soul. cc vvi n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 36
476 Thirdly, Christ appeareth unto his own, being cloathed with these humble robes of condescendency, when he came in the similitude of sinful flesh. O what a sight was that, to behold the Prince of Heaven cloathed with our nature? What a sight was that to behold him that was cloathed with light as with a garment; Thirdly, christ appears unto his own, being clothed with these humble robes of condescendency, when he Come in the similitude of sinful Flesh. O what a sighed was that, to behold the Prince of Heaven clothed with our nature? What a sighed was that to behold him that was clothed with Light as with a garment; ord, np1 vvz p-acp po31 d, vbg vvn p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. sy r-crq dt n1 vbds d, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp po12 n1? q-crq dt n1 vbds d pc-acp vvi pno31 cst vbds vvn p-acp j c-acp p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 37
477 to be cloathed with our infirmities, yet he condescended to cloath himself thus, that we might have access unto him, to be clothed with our infirmities, yet he condescended to cloth himself thus, that we might have access unto him, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, av pns31 vvd p-acp n1 px31 av, cst pns12 vmd vhi n1 p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 37
478 and be partakers of his gifts: and be partakers of his Gifts: cc vbb n2 pp-f po31 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 37
479 O can we refuse him, when love hath thus pressed him to put on the beggars weed, that he might say to worms ye are my brethren, and my sisters! Oh can we refuse him, when love hath thus pressed him to put on the beggars weed, that he might say to worms you Are my brothers, and my Sisters! uh vmb pns12 vvi pno31, c-crq n1 vhz av vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n2 pn22 vbr po11 n2, cc po11 n2! (4) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 37
480 Fourthly, Christ sometimes manifesteth himself being cloathed with the garments of beauty and ravishing majesty; Fourthly, christ sometime manifesteth himself being clothed with the garments of beauty and ravishing majesty; ord, np1 av vvz px31 vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc j-vvg n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 37
481 such was the sight that the Spouse got of Christ, Song 2. verse 3. As the Apple-tree among the Trees of the Wood, such was the sighed that the Spouse god of christ, Song 2. verse 3. As the Apple tree among the Trees of the Wood, d vbds dt n1 cst dt n1 vvn pp-f np1, vvd crd n1 crd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 37
482 so is my beloved among the Sons; so is my Beloved among the Sons; av vbz po11 j-vvn p-acp dt n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 37
483 and Song 5. when she saw him white and ruddy, and the Standard-bearer of ten thousand; and Song 5. when she saw him white and ruddy, and the Standard-bearer of ten thousand; cc n1 crd c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 j-jn cc j, cc dt n1 pp-f crd crd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 37
484 And such was that joyful sight of him, when his garment was as the light, And such was that joyful sighed of him, when his garment was as the Light, cc d vbds cst j n1 pp-f pno31, c-crq po31 n1 vbds p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 37
485 and white as the Snow, which he had at the transfiguration, when these glorified ones did come [ as it were ] Ambassadours from that higher house to make him a visit. and white as the Snow, which he had At the transfiguration, when these glorified ones did come [ as it were ] ambassadors from that higher house to make him a visit. cc j-jn c-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vhd p-acp dt n1, c-crq d vvn pi2 vdd vvb [ c-acp pn31 vbdr ] ng1 p-acp d jc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 37
486 And fifthly, Christ he sometimes appeareth to his own in robes of dreadful majesty, and terrible highness and loftiness, And fifthly, christ he sometime appears to his own in robes of dreadful majesty, and terrible highness and loftiness, cc ord, np1 pns31 av vvz p-acp po31 d p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, cc j n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 37
487 when the soul upon the first sight of him remains dead, and there remains no more life in them; when the soul upon the First sighed of him remains dead, and there remains no more life in them; c-crq dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f pno31 vvz j, cc a-acp vvz av-dx dc n1 p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 37
488 such was the sight Daniel got, in his tenth Chapter, and such was the sight that Iohn got of Christ, Revel. 1. verse 17. And I would ask of all that are here, what a sight have ye gotten of Christ to day? in which of all these robes have ye seen him? It is true, we are not to look for the extraordinary sights of him; such was the sighed daniel god, in his tenth Chapter, and such was the sighed that John god of christ, Revel. 1. verse 17. And I would ask of all that Are Here, what a sighed have you got of christ to day? in which of all these robes have you seen him? It is true, we Are not to look for the extraordinary sights of him; d vbds dt n1 np1 vvn, p-acp po31 ord n1, cc d vbds dt n1 cst np1 vvn pp-f np1, vvb. crd n1 crd cc pns11 vmd vvi pp-f d cst vbr av, q-crq dt n1 vhb pn22 vvn pp-f np1 p-acp n1? p-acp r-crq pp-f d d n2 vhb pn22 vvn pno31? pn31 vbz j, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 37
489 but yet if ever thou hast seen him in any of his wooing, robes, sure he hath appeared matchless; but yet if ever thou hast seen him in any of his wooing, robes, sure he hath appeared matchless; cc-acp av cs av pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 p-acp d pp-f po31 n-vvg, n2, av-j pns31 vhz vvn j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 38
490 and how then shall ye then refuse him? But now to come to the words I was speaking unto you of; and how then shall you then refuse him? But now to come to the words I was speaking unto you of; cc c-crq av vmb pn22 av vvi pno31? p-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pns11 vbds vvg p-acp pn22 pp-f; (4) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 38
491 The first thing in the words [ to wit ] That there are many who live under the offer of this great salvation that do slight it, and do not embrace it: The First thing in the words [ to wit ] That there Are many who live under the offer of this great salvation that do slight it, and do not embrace it: dt ord n1 p-acp dt n2 [ pc-acp n1 ] cst a-acp vbr d r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 cst vdb vvi pn31, cc vdb xx vvi pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 38
492 And now I shall only add a few things further unto you. 1. Let me propose a few considerations to perswade you to embrace this great salvation: And now I shall only add a few things further unto you. 1. Let me propose a few considerations to persuade you to embrace this great salvation: cc av pns11 vmb av-j vvi dt d n2 av-jc p-acp pn22. crd vvb pno11 vvi dt d n2 pc-acp vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi d j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 38
493 God forbid we go away before we embrace this gospel salvation: and therefore I charge you in his name, go not away before ye embrace it. God forbid we go away before we embrace this gospel salvation: and Therefore I charge you in his name, go not away before you embrace it. np1 vvb pns12 vvb av c-acp pns12 vvb d n1 n1: cc av pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp po31 n1, vvb xx av c-acp pn22 vvb pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 38
494 And to press it home upon you, there are these eight or nine properties of this great salvation that is offered unto you this day. And to press it home upon you, there Are these eight or nine properties of this great salvation that is offered unto you this day. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 av-an p-acp pn22, pc-acp vbr d crd cc crd n2 pp-f d j n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn22 d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 38
495 And first, it is a free salvation; ye have no more a do but to put forth your hand and take it. O come and take it! And First, it is a free salvation; you have no more a do but to put forth your hand and take it. O come and take it! cc ord, pn31 vbz dt j n1; pn22 vhb dx dc dt vdb cc-acp pc-acp vvi av po22 n1 cc vvi pn31. sy vvb cc vvi pn31! (4) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 38
496 Christ hath foughten for this salvation, and there is no more required of you but to come and reap the fruits of his victory; christ hath foughten for this salvation, and there is no more required of you but to come and reap the fruits of his victory; np1 vhz j-vvn p-acp d n1, cc pc-acp vbz dx av-dc vvn pp-f pn22 cc-acp p-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 38
497 Who ever will let him come; there is nothing that should move you to stay away: Who ever will let him come; there is nothing that should move you to stay away: r-crq av vmb vvi pno31 vvi; a-acp vbz pix cst vmd vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 38
498 O captives, bond-slaves to Satan, O prisoners of hope! Oh captives, bondslaves to Satan, Oh Prisoners of hope! uh n2-jn, n2 p-acp np1, uh n2 pp-f n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 38
499 will ye come and partake of the great salvation? What holds you from coming away and partaking of it? it is freely offered unto you: will you come and partake of the great salvation? What holds you from coming away and partaking of it? it is freely offered unto you: vmb pn22 vvb cc vvi pp-f dt j n1? q-crq vvz pn22 p-acp vvg av cc vvg pp-f pn31? pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pn22: (4) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 38
500 Ay, believe it, Christ requires no more of you, but that ye should come and take it out of his hand; Ay, believe it, christ requires no more of you, but that you should come and take it out of his hand; uh, vvb pn31, np1 vvz dx dc pp-f pn22, cc-acp cst pn22 vmd vvi cc vvi pn31 av pp-f po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 38
501 if we consent to obey, the bargain is ended; ye shall eat the good of the land, Isa. 1. if we consent to obey, the bargain is ended; you shall eat the good of the land, Isaiah 1. cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, dt n1 vbz vvn; pn22 vmb vvi dt j pp-f dt n1, np1 crd (4) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 38
502 Secondly, This great salvation, is a compleat salvation that is offered unto you to day; this is clear, Luke 1. verse 71. That we might be saved from our enemies, Secondly, This great salvation, is a complete salvation that is offered unto you to day; this is clear, Lycia 1. verse 71. That we might be saved from our enemies, ord, d j n1, vbz dt j n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp n1; d vbz j, av crd n1 crd cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 38
503 and from the hands of all that hate us. and from the hands of all that hate us. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 38
504 There is not any enemy that is in thy way, but if thou wilt come and partake of the great salvation, thou mayest have victory over it; There is not any enemy that is in thy Way, but if thou wilt come and partake of the great salvation, thou Mayest have victory over it; pc-acp vbz xx d n1 cst vbz p-acp po21 n1, cc-acp cs pns21 vm2 vvi cc vvi pp-f dt j n1, pns21 vm2 vhi n1 p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 39
505 so compleat a salvation is it that is in your offer this day. O shall we pass away and not embrace it! so complete a salvation is it that is in your offer this day. O shall we pass away and not embrace it! av j dt n1 vbz pn31 cst vbz p-acp po22 n1 d n1. sy vmb pns12 vvi av cc xx vvi pn31! (4) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 39
506 O shall our cursed hearts undervalue this compleat salvation that is come to your door? Believe it, salvation is near unto you, ioye will take it. O shall our cursed hearts undervalue this complete salvation that is come to your door? Believe it, salvation is near unto you, joy will take it. sy vmb po12 j-vvn n2 vvi d j n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp po22 n1? vvb pn31, n1 vbz av-j p-acp pn22, n1 vmb vvi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 39
507 Thirdly, It is a wonderful salvation; Thirdly, It is a wondered salvation; ord, pn31 vbz dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 39
508 it is such a salvation as the Angels desire to pry into it, and it is such a salvation, that all the Prophets desired to pry into it: it is such a salvation as the Angels desire to pry into it, and it is such a salvation, that all the prophets desired to pry into it: pn31 vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt n2 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc pn31 vbz d dt n1, cst d dt n2 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 39
509 It is almost six thousand years since all the Angels in Heaven fell into a sea of wonder at this great salvation. It is almost six thousand Years since all the Angels in Heaven fell into a sea of wonder At this great salvation. pn31 vbz av crd crd n2 c-acp d dt n2 p-acp n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 39
510 It is almost six thousand years since Abel fell into a sea of wonder at this great salvation? And what think you is his exercise this day? He is even wondering at this great salvation. It is almost six thousand Years since Abel fell into a sea of wonder At this great salvation? And what think you is his exercise this day? He is even wondering At this great salvation. pn31 vbz av crd crd n2 c-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j n1? cc q-crq vvb pn22 vbz po31 n1 d n1? pns31 vbz av vvg p-acp d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 39
511 Would you ask at all the Angels in Heaven, would they not all say, O embrace the great salvation! Would you ask At all the Angels in Heaven, would they not all say, Oh embrace the great salvation! vmd pn22 vvi p-acp d dt n2 p-acp n1, vmd pns32 xx d vvi, uh vvb dt j n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 39
512 Would ye ask at all the Saints that are above, would they not advise you to embrace the great salvation? Should ye ask at Adam, would he not say, O embrace this great salvation? Could ye ask at Abel, would he not say, O embrace the great salvation? And would not all the Patriarchs say unto you, O embrace the great salvation? And do not all that have tasted of the sweetness of it, cry out unto you, Come and embrace the great salvation. Would you ask At all the Saints that Are above, would they not Advice you to embrace the great salvation? Should you ask At Adam, would he not say, Oh embrace this great salvation? Could you ask At Abel, would he not say, Oh embrace the great salvation? And would not all the Patriarchs say unto you, Oh embrace the great salvation? And do not all that have tasted of the sweetness of it, cry out unto you, Come and embrace the great salvation. vmd pn22 vvi p-acp d dt n2 cst vbr a-acp, vmd pns32 xx vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi dt j n1? vmd pn22 vvi p-acp np1, vmd pns31 xx vvi, uh vvb d j n1? vmd pn22 vvi p-acp np1, vmd pns31 xx vvi, uh vvb dt j n1? cc vmd xx d dt n2 vvb p-acp pn22, uh vvb dt j n1? cc vdb xx d cst vhb vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvb av p-acp pn22, vvb cc vvi dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 39
513 The fourth property of this salvation is, that it was bought at an exceeding dear rate, it is a dear salvation, Would you know the difference between Christs coming to this salvation, The fourth property of this salvation is, that it was bought At an exceeding dear rate, it is a dear salvation, Would you know the difference between Christ coming to this salvation, dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 vbz, cst pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j-vvg j-jn n1, pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1, vmd pn22 vvi dt n1 p-acp npg1 vvg p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 39
514 and your coming to it? it is this: Christ was forced to travel through all the Armies of the Justice of God. and your coming to it? it is this: christ was forced to travel through all the Armies of the justice of God. cc po22 n-vvg p-acp pn31? pn31 vbz d: np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 39
515 He was forced to drink of the cup of the wrath of God, before he could come to purechase this great salvation; He was forced to drink of the cup of the wrath of God, before he could come to purechase this great salvation; pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 39
516 and now what is requird of you to obtain this? we may say no more, and now what is required of you to obtain this? we may say no more, cc av q-crq vbz vvn pp-f pn22 pc-acp vvi d? pns12 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 40
517 but put out your hands and take it. but put out your hands and take it. cc-acp vvd av po22 n2 cc vvb pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 40
518 Will ye look to the price that was laid down for this salvation? there is not a wound in the body of Christ, Will you look to the price that was laid down for this salvation? there is not a wound in the body of christ, n1 pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 cst vbds vvn a-acp p-acp d n1? pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 40
519 but it saith, This is a dear salvation: but it Says, This is a dear salvation: cc-acp pn31 vvz, d vbz dt j-jn n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 40
520 There is not a reproach Christ met with, but it saith, O is not this a great salvation! There is not a reproach christ met with, but it Says, Oh is not this a great salvation! pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 np1 vvd p-acp, cc-acp pn31 vvz, uh vbz xx d dt j n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 40
521 there is not a necessity that he was put into, but it saith, is not this a great and dear salvation! there is not a necessity that he was put into, but it Says, is not this a great and dear salvation! pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp, cc-acp pn31 vvz, vbz xx d dt j cc j-jn n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 40
522 O Sirs, will ye not come and take this great salvation, this dear salvation? What must I give for it, say ye? I say, ye must give nothing for it; Oh Sirs, will you not come and take this great salvation, this dear salvation? What must I give for it, say you? I say, you must give nothing for it; uh n2, vmb pn22 xx vvi cc vvi d j n1, d j-jn n1? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp pn31, vvb pn22? pns11 vvb, pn22 vmb vvi pix p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 40
523 come and take it without money and without price; It was dear to Christ, but it shall be cheap unto you. come and take it without money and without price; It was dear to christ, but it shall be cheap unto you. vvb cc vvi pn31 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1; pn31 vbds j-jn p-acp np1, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp pn22. (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 40
524 O, is it not cheap unto you! O, is it not cheap unto you! sy, vbz pn31 xx j p-acp pn22! (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 40
525 I assure, if you will come to the market to buy the great salvation, there is none of you that needeth to stand for the price of it. I assure, if you will come to the market to buy the great salvation, there is none of you that needs to stand for the price of it. pns11 vvb, cs pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, pc-acp vbz pix pp-f pn22 cst vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 40
526 O come and take it, and have it, and there shall be no more priceing. Fifthly, It is an everlasting salvation, that ye shall enjoy the fruits of throughout eternity, O come and take it, and have it, and there shall be no more pricing. Fifthly, It is an everlasting salvation, that you shall enjoy the fruits of throughout eternity, sy vvb cc vvi pn31, cc vhb pn31, cc pc-acp vmb vbi dx av-dc vvg. ord, pn31 vbz dt j n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 40
527 as is clear Heb. 9. 13. He became the author of eternal redemption unto us; as is clear Hebrew 9. 13. He became the author of Eternal redemption unto us; c-acp vbz j np1 crd crd pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 40
528 it is a salvation that the Devil can never be able to take out of your hand; it is a salvation that the devil can never be able to take out of your hand; pn31 vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi av pp-f po22 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 40
529 if ye take it, ye shall never be robbed of it again. if you take it, you shall never be robbed of it again. cs pn22 vvb pn31, pn22 vmb av-x vbi vvn pp-f pn31 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 40
530 O come and partake of this great salvation, whereby the gates of hell shall never prevail against you. O come and partake of this great salvation, whereby the gates of hell shall never prevail against you. sy vvb cc vvi pp-f d j n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pn22. (4) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 40
531 Sixthly, It is a noble and honourable Salvation; Sixthly, It is a noble and honourable Salvation; j, pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 40
532 it is not to be taken out of one slavery to another, but it is to be taken out of prison that we may reign, Luke 1. 71. compared with vers. 74. it is, That we being saved may serve him without fear in holiness and righteousness all the days of our life. it is not to be taken out of one slavery to Another, but it is to be taken out of prison that we may Reign, Lycia 1. 71. compared with vers. 74. it is, That we being saved may serve him without Fear in holiness and righteousness all the days of our life. pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f crd n1 p-acp j-jn, cc-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi, av crd crd vvn p-acp zz. crd pn31 vbz, cst pns12 vbg vvn vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 d dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 40
533 I say, Come, come, and partake of this great salvation, that your glory may be increased, I say, Come, come, and partake of this great salvation, that your glory may be increased, pns11 vvb, vvb, vvb, cc vvi pp-f d j n1, cst po22 n1 vmb vbi vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 40
534 and that ye may be exalted above the Kings of the earth. Seventhly, It is a most advantagious salvation: and that you may be exalted above the Kings of the earth. Seventhly, It is a most advantageous salvation: cc cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. crd, pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 41
535 What are the advantages of any salvation that are not to be found in this? Is there not peace to be found in through this salvation? is there not liberty to be found through this salvation? is there not eternal enjoyment of God to be found through this salvation? Yea, all salvations are in this one salvation. What Are the advantages of any salvation that Are not to be found in this? Is there not peace to be found in through this salvation? is there not liberty to be found through this salvation? is there not Eternal enjoyment of God to be found through this salvation? Yea, all salvations Are in this one salvation. q-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f d n1 cst vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d? vbz pc-acp xx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n1? vbz pc-acp xx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1? vbz pc-acp xx j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1? uh, d n2 vbr p-acp d crd n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 41
536 Lastly, It is a royal salvation, for it cometh to us from and through the Son of God: Lastly, It is a royal salvation, for it comes to us from and through the Son of God: ord, pn31 vbz dt j n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 41
537 Christ is the author of it, and we conceive Christ may be said to be the author of this salvation, in these respects. 1. He is the meritorious cause that did procure it, it was the price of his blood that was laid down for to purchase this great salvation. 2. He is the fountain from whence it floweth, according to that word which we have cited, Heb. 5. 9. He became the author of eternal salvatiou. christ is the author of it, and we conceive christ may be said to be the author of this salvation, in these respects. 1. He is the meritorious cause that did procure it, it was the price of his blood that was laid down for to purchase this great salvation. 2. He is the fountain from whence it flows, according to that word which we have cited, Hebrew 5. 9. He became the author of Eternal salvatiou. np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc pns12 vvb np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp d n2. crd pns31 vbz dt j n1 cst vdd vvi pn31, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cst vbds vvn a-acp p-acp pc-acp vvi d j n1. crd pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp c-crq pn31 vvz, vvg p-acp d n1 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, np1 crd crd pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 41
538 3. He is the person that fitteth our Spirits for the partaking of it, and it is he that removeth mountains out of the way, that we may have fair access unto the great salvation. 4. It is he that must perswade our hearts to embrace and to take hold of it; 3. He is the person that fits our Spirits for the partaking of it, and it is he that Removeth Mountains out of the Way, that we may have fair access unto the great salvation. 4. It is he that must persuade our hearts to embrace and to take hold of it; crd pns31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz po12 n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, cc pn31 vbz pns31 cst vvz n2 av pp-f dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vhi j n1 p-acp dt j n1. crd pn31 vbz pns31 cst vmb vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 41
539 He standeth without, and cryeth to the heart to embrace this great salvation: He Stands without, and Cries to the heart to embrace this great salvation: pns31 vvz p-acp, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 41
540 and he standeth within, making the heart cry out, Content, I will embrace the great salvation. and he Stands within, making the heart cry out, Content, I will embrace the great salvation. cc pns31 vvz a-acp, vvg dt n1 vvb av, j, pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 41
541 He is indeed the person that commendeth and doth point forth this great salvation unto us, he is the noble Minister of it; He is indeed the person that commends and does point forth this great salvation unto us, he is the noble Minister of it; pns31 vbz av dt n1 cst vvz cc vdz vvi av d j n1 p-acp pno12, pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 41
542 it began first to be preached by him. it began First to be preached by him. pn31 vvd ord pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 41
543 Now is there any of you that have fallen in love with the great salvation, that ye may try your selves? I shall give you some evidences of the persons that are near unto this great salvation. 1. Is thy estymation of the great salvation increased, be what it was in the morning when thou camest hither? is thy estimation of the great gospel salvation a foot higher then it was in the morning? I say unto thee, thou art not far from the great salvation, come away. 2. Is thy desire after the great salvation increased, be what it was in the morning? Hath thou stronger desires after the great salvation then before thou camest hither, that is an evidence thou art not free from it. 3. Is thy thoughts of thy necessity of the great salvation greater than they were? Thinkest thou that thou hast more need of the great salvation than ever thou thoughtest before? And is thy opinion and thoughts of saving thy self, less than they were before thou camest hither? Art thou forced to cry out, None but Christ can save me; Now is there any of you that have fallen in love with the great salvation, that you may try your selves? I shall give you Some evidences of the Persons that Are near unto this great salvation. 1. Is thy estymation of the great salvation increased, be what it was in the morning when thou camest hither? is thy estimation of the great gospel salvation a foot higher then it was in the morning? I say unto thee, thou art not Far from the great salvation, come away. 2. Is thy desire After the great salvation increased, be what it was in the morning? Hath thou Stronger Desires After the great salvation then before thou camest hither, that is an evidence thou art not free from it. 3. Is thy thoughts of thy necessity of the great salvation greater than they were? Thinkest thou that thou hast more need of the great salvation than ever thou thoughtest before? And is thy opinion and thoughts of Saving thy self, less than they were before thou camest hither? Art thou forced to cry out, None but christ can save me; av vbz pc-acp d pp-f pn22 cst vhb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2 pp-f dt n2 cst vbr av-j p-acp d j n1. crd vbz po21 n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvd, vbb r-crq pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns21 vvd2 av? vbz po21 n1 pp-f dt j n1 n1 dt n1 av-jc cs pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1? pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, pns21 vb2r xx av-j p-acp dt j n1, vvb av. crd vbz po21 n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvd, vbb r-crq pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1? vhz pns21 jc n2 p-acp dt j n1 cs a-acp pns21 vvd2 av, cst vbz dt n1 pns21 vb2r xx j p-acp pn31. crd vbz po21 n2 pp-f po21 n1 pp-f dt j n1 jc cs pns32 vbdr? vv2 pns21 cst pns21 vh2 dc n1 pp-f dt j n1 cs av pns21 vvd2 a-acp? cc vbz po21 n1 cc n2 pp-f vvg po21 n1, av-dc cs pns32 vbdr c-acp pns21 vvd2 av? vb2r pns21 vvd pc-acp vvi av, pix p-acp np1 vmb vvi pno11; (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 42
544 I say thou art not far from the great salvation; wilt thou come away! I say thou art not Far from the great salvation; wilt thou come away! pns11 vvb pns21 vb2r xx av-j p-acp dt j n1; vm2 pns21 vvi av! (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 42
545 O that you would once seal this Conclusion with much heart-perswasion, I am undone without Christ, I am undone without Christ, who is the Author of this great salvation: O that you would once seal this Conclusion with much heart-persuasion, I am undone without christ, I am undone without christ, who is the Author of this great salvation: sy cst pn22 vmd a-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 42
546 Are there any of you that are sensible that you are in the fetters of sin, are there any of you that Are sensible that you Are in the fetters of since, vbr pc-acp d pp-f pn22 cst vbr j cst pn22 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 42
547 and in the bonds of iniquity? Are you brought to the conviction of this, that you are yet in the gall of bitterness? I say if thou be brought to this length, to be sensible of thy bonds, and in the bonds of iniquity? are you brought to the conviction of this, that you Are yet in the Gall of bitterness? I say if thou be brought to this length, to be sensible of thy bonds, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1? vbr pn22 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cst pn22 vbr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? pns11 vvb cs pns21 vbb vvn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbi j pp-f po21 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 42
548 and art crying out, O Redeemer hasten and come away; and art crying out, Oh Redeemer hasten and come away; cc n1 vvg av, uh n1 vvi cc vvi av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 42
549 I say, if thou be sensible, of thy bonds and imprisonment, and crying out, O thou that wast anointed from eternity to proclaim liberty to the captives, I say, if thou be sensible, of thy bonds and imprisonment, and crying out, Oh thou that wast anointed from eternity to proclaim liberty to the captives, pns11 vvb, cs pns21 vbb j, pp-f po21 n2 cc n1, cc vvg av, uh pns21 cst vbd2s vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 42
550 and the opening of the prison to them that are bound; and the opening of the prison to them that Are bound; cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 42
551 O hasten and come away and redeem me, even poor me; sinking, sinning, perishing, self destroying me; thou art not far from the great salvation. 4. Art thou a person who beginneth to weep because thou hast been so long a stranger to Christ, Oh hasten and come away and Redeem me, even poor me; sinking, sinning, perishing, self destroying me; thou art not Far from the great salvation. 4. Art thou a person who begins to weep Because thou hast been so long a stranger to christ, uh vvi cc vvi av cc vvb pno11, av j pno11; vvg, vvg, vvg, n1 vvg pno11; pns21 vb2r xx av-j p-acp dt j n1. crd vb2r pns21 dt n1 r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi c-acp pns21 vh2 vbn av av-j dt n1 p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 43
552 and the great salvation? Old men that are here, How long have you been strangers to the great salvation, and the great salvation? Old men that Are Here, How long have you been Strangers to the great salvation, cc dt j n1? j n2 cst vbr av, c-crq av-j vhb pn22 vbn n2 p-acp dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 43
553 and to the Author of it? Now will you shed one tear for your estrangement? and cry out, Woe is me that Christ and I have been so long a sunder? I say, and to the Author of it? Now will you shed one tear for your estrangement? and cry out, Woe is me that christ and I have been so long a sunder? I say, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31? av vmb pn22 vvb crd n1 p-acp po22 n1? cc vvb av, n1 vbz pno11 cst np1 cc pns11 vhb vbn av j dt av? pns11 vvb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 43
554 if thou hast come that length, thou art not far from the great salvation; Come away: O pitty your selves, make haste, make haste, and come away. if thou hast come that length, thou art not Far from the great salvation; Come away: Oh pity your selves, make haste, make haste, and come away. cs pns21 vh2 vvn d n1, pns21 vb2r xx av-j p-acp dt j n1; vvb av: uh vvb po22 n2, vvb n1, vvb n1, cc vvb av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 43
555 But now in the third place, let me give you some evidences by which you may know more clearly whither or no you have embraced this great salvation, that you may know your selves, But now in the third place, let me give you Some evidences by which you may know more clearly whither or not you have embraced this great salvation, that you may know your selves, cc-acp av p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 d n2 p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vvi av-dc av-j c-crq cc xx pn22 vhb vvn d j n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 43
556 and that you walk not down to your grave with a lye in your right hand. and that you walk not down to your grave with a lie in your right hand. cc cst pn22 vvb xx a-acp p-acp po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 43
557 The first evidence of a person that hath embraced the great salvation, is, that he will have an high esteem of the Saviour and Author of the great salvation: The First evidence of a person that hath embraced the great salvation, is, that he will have an high esteem of the Saviour and Author of the great salvation: dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vhz vvn dt j n1, vbz, cst pns31 vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 43
558 Hast thou a matchless esteem of matchless Christ the Saviour of the world? that is a speaking evidence unto thee, thou art a partaker of the great salvation: Hast thou a matchless esteem of matchless christ the Saviour of the world? that is a speaking evidence unto thee, thou art a partaker of the great salvation: vh2 pns21 dt j n1 pp-f j np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1? cst vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pno21, pns21 vb2r dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 43
559 Art thou come to this length, that thou cryest out, None but Christ, none but Christ! Art thou come to this length, that thou Christ out, None but christ, none but christ! vb2r pns21 vvn p-acp d n1, cst pns21 vv2 av, pix p-acp np1, pix cc-acp np1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 43
560 It is a speaking evidence, that thou art come to be a partaker of the great salvation, It is a speaking evidence, that thou art come to be a partaker of the great salvation, pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n1, cst pns21 vb2r vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 43
561 when thou canst cry out that word, Exod. 15. 2. The Lord is my strength and my song, he alone is become my salvation: when thou Canst cry out that word, Exod 15. 2. The Lord is my strength and my song, he alone is become my salvation: c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi av d n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz po11 n1 cc po11 n1, pns31 av-j vbz vvn po11 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 43
562 if Christ hath become thy salvation, then it is like he hath become thy song. if christ hath become thy salvation, then it is like he hath become thy song. cs np1 vhz vvn po21 n1, cs pn31 vbz j pns31 vhz vvn po21 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 43
563 I would ask this of you, Were you ever brought this length, that you durst nor adventure to praise Christ alone, I would ask this of you, Were you ever brought this length, that you durst nor adventure to praise christ alone, pns11 vmd vvi d pp-f pn22, vbdr pn22 av vvn d n1, cst pn22 vvd ccx n1 pc-acp vvi np1 av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 43
564 but was forced to call in all the creatures, and say, O magnifie the Lord with me; but was forced to call in all the creatures, and say, Oh magnify the Lord with me; cc-acp vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n2, cc vvi, uh vvb dt n1 p-acp pno11; (4) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 43
565 O that is an evidence that you have embraced his salvation. Oh that is an evidence that you have embraced his salvation. uh cst vbz dt n1 cst pn22 vhb vvn po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 43
566 Secondly, Those who have embraced the great salvation, will study to maintain and keep their grips of it; Secondly, Those who have embraced the great salvation, will study to maintain and keep their grips of it; ord, d r-crq vhb vvn dt j n1, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2 pp-f pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 44
567 they would study to hold fast so precious a Jewel; they would study to hold fast so precious a Jewel; pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi av-j av j dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 44
568 this is prest, Gal. 5. 1. Stand fast in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free; this is pressed, Gal. 5. 1. Stand fast in the liberty wherewith christ hath made us free; d vbz vvn, np1 crd crd n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 44
569 yea, they will study to walk suitably to this noble mercy, at least, they will strive and endeavour to do it, yea, they will study to walk suitably to this noble mercy, At least, they will strive and endeavour to do it, uh, pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d j n1, p-acp ds, pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi pc-acp vdi pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 44
570 as is also prest in that same verse. as is also pressed in that same verse. c-acp vbz av vvn p-acp d d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 44
571 I say, if thou hast been made a partaker of the Gospel of salvation, thou wilt strive to keep thy self from the power of those things that once triumphed over thee. I say, if thou hast been made a partaker of the Gospel of salvation, thou wilt strive to keep thy self from the power of those things that once triumphed over thee. pns11 vvb, cs pns21 vh2 vbn vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pns21 vm2 vvi pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cst a-acp vvd p-acp pno21. (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 44
572 Thirdly, A person that is a partaker of the great salvation, will have a high esteem of this mercy and salvation; Thirdly, A person that is a partaker of the great salvation, will have a high esteem of this mercy and salvation; ord, dt n1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 44
573 so Paul when he speaketh of it here, he cannot but put some note of excellency to it, calling it the great salvation; Therefore I say, so Paul when he speaks of it Here, he cannot but put Some note of excellency to it, calling it the great salvation; Therefore I say, av np1 c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f pn31 av, pns31 vmbx p-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, vvg pn31 dt j n1; av pns11 vvb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 44
574 if thou hast embraced the great salvation, thou wilt have so high esteem of it, that not to be so subjected to it as thou shouldst, if thou hast embraced the great salvation, thou wilt have so high esteem of it, that not to be so subjected to it as thou Shouldst, cs pns21 vh2 vvn dt j n1, pns21 vm2 vhi av j n1 pp-f pn31, cst xx pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp pn31 c-acp pns21 vmd2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 44
575 or to be in subjection to the power of thy lust in any measure, will be thy burden and affliction; or to be in subjection to the power of thy lust in any measure, will be thy burden and affliction; cc pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp d n1, vmb vbi po21 n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 44
576 the man will be sorry when he is brought forth from the house of his bondage unto the red Sea; the man will be sorry when he is brought forth from the house of his bondage unto the read Sea; dt n1 vmb vbi j c-crq pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 44
577 he will be sorry, that when he should have songs of triumph over his Idols put in his mouth, that they should sing songs of triumph over him. he will be sorry, that when he should have songs of triumph over his Idols put in his Mouth, that they should sing songs of triumph over him. pns31 vmb vbi j, cst c-crq pns31 vmd vhi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2 vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 44
578 Fourthly, A person that hath embraced the great salvation, he will be longing sometimes for the day when this salvation shall be compleat, Fourthly, A person that hath embraced the great salvation, he will be longing sometime for the day when this salvation shall be complete, ord, dt n1 cst vhz vvn dt j n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvg av p-acp dt n1 c-crq d n1 vmb vbi j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 44
579 when he shall sing that song with that numerous multitude which cannot be numbered, Revel. 7. 9. O what a day shall it be, when he shall sing that song with that numerous multitude which cannot be numbered, Revel. 7. 9. O what a day shall it be, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp d j n1 r-crq vmbx vbi vvn, vvb. crd crd sy r-crq dt n1 vmb pn31 vbi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 44
580 when thou shalt begin to sing that song! when thou shalt begin to sing that song! c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi pc-acp vvi d n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 44
581 after this (saith he) I beheld, and lo a great multitude of all people which no man could number, of all people, nations and languages, stood before the Throne, After this (Says he) I beheld, and lo a great multitude of all people which no man could number, of all people, Nations and languages, stood before the Throne, p-acp d (vvz pns31) pns11 vvd, cc uh dt j n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq dx n1 vmd vvi, pp-f d n1, n2 cc n2, vvd p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 45
582 and before the Lamb, cloathed with white robes, and palms in their hands, and they cryed; and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands, and they cried; cc p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp j-jn n2, cc n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc pns32 vvd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 45
583 and how cryed they? They cryed with a loud voice. They would not mutter the song, nor sign silently; and how cried they? They cried with a loud voice. They would not mutter the song, nor Signen silently; cc q-crq vvd pns32? pns32 vvd p-acp dt j n1. pns32 vmd xx vvi dt n1, ccx n1 av-j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 45
584 but cryed with a loud voice: but cried with a loud voice: cc-acp vvd p-acp dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 45
585 And what did they cry? they cryed with a loud voice, Salvation unto our God who sitteth up the Throne, and to the Lamb. And what did they cry? they cried with a loud voice, Salvation unto our God who Sitteth up the Throne, and to the Lamb. cc r-crq vdd pns32 vvi? pns32 vvd p-acp dt j n1, n1 p-acp po12 n1 r-crq vvz a-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 45
586 I would only ask of you that are partakers of the great salvation, what songs shall be put into thy mouth when the waters of Iordan shall divide themselves, that the ransomed of the Lord must pass thorow! I would only ask of you that Are partakers of the great salvation, what songs shall be put into thy Mouth when the waters of Iordan shall divide themselves, that the ransomed of the Lord must pass thorough! pns11 vmd av-j vvi pp-f pn22 cst vbr n2 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1 c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi px32, cst dt vvn pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp! (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 45
587 when thou shalt sing that song Psal. 115. 1. Not unto us, not unto us, but unto thee belongs the glory of our salvation. when thou shalt sing that song Psalm 115. 1. Not unto us, not unto us, but unto thee belongs the glory of our salvation. c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi d n1 np1 crd crd xx p-acp pno12, xx p-acp pno12, cc-acp p-acp pno21 vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 45
588 O what a day shall that be, when that excellent song shall be put into thy mouth! O what a day shall that be, when that excellent song shall be put into thy Mouth! sy r-crq dt n1 vmb d vbi, c-crq cst j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 45
589 yea, what a day shall it be when thou shalt be cloathed with those excellent garments that are made mention of, Isa. 6. 10. for he hath cloathed thee with the garments of Salvation; and he hath covered thee with the robe of righteousness. O what robes are these? Did you ever see such excellent robes as these must be? I think we will misken our selves; yea, what a day shall it be when thou shalt be clothed with those excellent garments that Are made mention of, Isaiah 6. 10. for he hath clothed thee with the garments of Salvation; and he hath covered thee with the robe of righteousness. Oh what robes Are these? Did you ever see such excellent robes as these must be? I think we will misken our selves; uh, q-crq dt n1 vmb pn31 vbi c-crq pns21 vm2 vbi vvn p-acp d j n2 cst vbr vvn n1 pp-f, np1 crd crd c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; cc pns31 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. uh q-crq n2 vbr d? vdd pn22 av vvi d j n2 c-acp d vmb vbi? pns11 vvb pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 45
590 O do you not think we will misken our selves, when we shall put on those excellent robes! Oh do you not think we will misken our selves, when we shall put on those excellent robes! uh vdb pn22 xx vvi pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d j n2! (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 45
591 Now therefore is the bargain closed, or will ye go away before ye take this great salvation? Dare ye go out at these doors and neglect the great salvation? I would ask this of you, think ye it will not be most sad, that Christ should tell this in Heaven of you to night, I was preached to a pack stones, that none of them would love me! Now Therefore is the bargain closed, or will you go away before you take this great salvation? Dare you go out At these doors and neglect the great salvation? I would ask this of you, think you it will not be most sad, that christ should tell this in Heaven of you to night, I was preached to a pack stones, that none of them would love me! av av vbz dt n1 vvn, cc vmb pn22 vvi av p-acp pn22 vvb d j n1? n1 pn22 vvb av p-acp d n2 cc vvb dt j n1? pns11 vmd vvi d pp-f pn22, vvb pn22 pn31 vmb xx vbi av-ds j, cst np1 vmd vvi d p-acp n1 pp-f pn22 p-acp n1, pns11 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 n2, cst pix pp-f pno32 vmd vvi pno11! (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 45
592 Will ye not be feared that this report shall be carryed back to Heaven of you! Will you not be feared that this report shall be carried back to Heaven of you! n1 pn22 xx vbi vvn cst d n1 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp n1 pp-f pn22! (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 45
593 for what report can Christ carry back but this? Now is the cord of this great salvation let down unto you, is there none of you that will take a gripe of it! for what report can christ carry back but this? Now is the cord of this great salvation let down unto you, is there none of you that will take a gripe of it! p-acp q-crq n1 vmb np1 vvi av p-acp d? av vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vvb a-acp p-acp pn22, vbz pc-acp pix pp-f pn22 cst vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31! (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 45
594 will ye flighter after it? will ye make this a rejoycing day in heaven, that is a fasting day unto you? and the way to make it so, is, to embrace the great salvation. will you flighter After it? will you make this a rejoicing day in heaven, that is a fasting day unto you? and the Way to make it so, is, to embrace the great salvation. vmb pn22 jc p-acp pn31? vmb pn22 vvi d dt vvg n1 p-acp n1, cst vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pn22? cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av, vbz, pc-acp vvi dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
595 Now what say ye to it, old men? let me speak to you, and ask your thoughts of the great salvation; Now what say you to it, old men? let me speak to you, and ask your thoughts of the great salvation; av q-crq vvb pn22 p-acp pn31, j n2? vvb pno11 vvi p-acp pn22, cc vvi po22 n2 pp-f dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
596 Gray Hairs should be a crown of glory if it be found in the way of righteousness; Grey Hairs should be a crown of glory if it be found in the Way of righteousness; j-jn n2 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
597 old men, speak your minds, that young men may not have your bad example: old men, speak your minds, that young men may not have your bad Exampl: j n2, vvb po22 n2, cst j n2 vmb xx vhi po22 j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
598 What say ye of this salvation? Is it not a most glorious salvation? is it not a most excellent salvation that is in your offer? I intreat you speak your minds, tell Christ ye are content to take the great salvation; What say you of this salvation? Is it not a most glorious salvation? is it not a most excellent salvation that is in your offer? I entreat you speak your minds, tell christ you Are content to take the great salvation; q-crq vvb pn22 pp-f d n1? vbz pn31 xx dt av-ds j n1? vbz pn31 xx dt av-ds j n1 cst vbz p-acp po22 vvi? pns11 vvb pn22 vvb po22 n2, vvb np1 pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
599 otherwise, whoever he be that will not partake of this gospel salvation, I in the name and authority of Christ our Master, denounce eternal and irrevocable war against him; otherwise, whoever he be that will not partake of this gospel salvation, I in the name and Authority of christ our Master, denounce Eternal and irrevocable war against him; av, r-crq pns31 vbb cst vmb xx vvi pp-f d n1 n1, pns11 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1, vvb j cc j n1 p-acp pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
600 put on your harness, ye shall not boast when ye put it off again; put on your harness, you shall not boast when you put it off again; vvb p-acp po22 n1, pn22 vmb xx vvi c-crq pn22 vvd pn31 a-acp av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
601 the wrath and fury of God shall come upon you to the uttermost if ye embrace not this great salvation: the wrath and fury of God shall come upon you to the uttermost if you embrace not this great salvation: dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j cs pn22 vvb xx d j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
602 Other wars are but for a time; Other wars Are but for a time; n-jn n2 vbr cc-acp p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
603 the greatest Captains that ever the earth did carry, are now laid down in the sides of the Pit, the greatest Captains that ever the earth did carry, Are now laid down in the sides of the Pit, dt js n2 cst av dt n1 vdd vvi, vbr av vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
604 and their swords broken under their head. and their swords broken under their head. cc po32 n2 vvn p-acp po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
605 Armies of ten hundred thousand, a hundred years time have laid them all in their graves, and ended all their contests; Armies of ten hundred thousand, a hundred Years time have laid them all in their graves, and ended all their contests; n2 pp-f crd crd crd, dt crd n2 n1 vhi vvn pno32 d p-acp po32 n2, cc vvd d po32 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
606 but there is no discharge of this war that shall be concluded betwixt Christ and you: it shall become an eternal and most terrible war, which shall be but beginning when time is ended. but there is no discharge of this war that shall be concluded betwixt christ and you: it shall become an Eternal and most terrible war, which shall be but beginning when time is ended. cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 cc pn22: pn31 vmb vvi dt j cc av-ds j n1, r-crq vmb vbi p-acp n1 c-crq n1 vbz vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
607 Now peace or war, which of them will ye choose? Dare ye send a charge to Christ, Now peace or war, which of them will you choose? Dare you send a charge to christ, av n1 cc n1, r-crq pp-f pno32 vmb pn22 vvi? np1 pn22 vvb dt n1 p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
608 and say ye will defie him? I am afraid there will be two things that many of us shall report to day. First, I am afraid there will be many that will give Pharaohs repot to the offer of the great salvation; and say you will defy him? I am afraid there will be two things that many of us shall report to day. First, I am afraid there will be many that will give Pharaohs repot to the offer of the great salvation; cc vvb pn22 vmb vvi pno31? pns11 vbm j pc-acp vmb vbi crd n2 cst d pp-f pno12 vmb vvi p-acp n1. ord, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vmb vbi d cst vmb vvi np1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
609 and say, Who is the Lord, that I should obey him? I tell you who he is, He is glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders. and say, Who is the Lord, that I should obey him? I tell you who he is, He is glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders. cc vvb, r-crq vbz dt n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi pno31? pns11 vvb pn22 r-crq pns31 vbz, pns31 vbz j p-acp n1, j p-acp n2, vdg n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 46
610 O embrace him before he go hence, and give not Pharaohs report, lest ye be drowned in the Sea of his wrath, whence there shall be no recovery. Secondly, I fear there will be many here to day, that will give Demas report to this precious offer: Oh embrace him before he go hence, and give not Pharaohs report, lest you be drowned in the Sea of his wrath, whence there shall be no recovery. Secondly, I Fear there will be many Here to day, that will give Demas report to this precious offer: uh vvb pno31 c-acp pns31 vvb av, cc vvb xx np1 n1, cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq a-acp vmb vbi dx n1. ord, pns11 vvb a-acp vmb vbi d av p-acp n1, cst vmb vvi np1 n1 p-acp d j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 47
611 I will go and forsake Christ, and embrace this present world: O bad exchange! Cursed be he that shall make it! I will go and forsake christ, and embrace this present world: Oh bad exchange! Cursed be he that shall make it! pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi np1, cc vvi d j n1: uh j n1! j-vvn vbb pns31 cst vmb vvi pn31! (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 47
612 Will ye be of Demas humour. I fear there hath been many of that humour of a long time; Will you be of Demas humour. I Fear there hath been many of that humour of a long time; n1 pn22 vbb pp-f np1 n1. pns11 vvb a-acp vhz vbn d pp-f d n1 pp-f dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 47
613 but I entreat you once be wise before ye die. I confess that proverb, Old fools, are twice fools: but I entreat you once be wise before you die. I confess that proverb, Old Fools, Are twice Fools: cc-acp pns11 vvb pn22 a-acp vbb j p-acp pn22 vvi. pns11 vvb d n1, j n2, vbr av n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 47
614 I think old men that will not embrace the great salvation, I think ye are triple fools. I think old men that will not embrace the great salvation, I think you Are triple Fools. pns11 vvb j n2 cst vmb xx vvi dt j n1, pns11 vvb pn22 vbr j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 47
615 What wait ye for? is there any thing can afford you any satisfaction but this great salvation? Now are ye convinced old men, that Christ is waiting for your answer, I intreat you before ye go hence, speak your minds what ye think of the great salvation: What wait you for? is there any thing can afford you any satisfaction but this great salvation? Now Are you convinced old men, that christ is waiting for your answer, I entreat you before you go hence, speak your minds what you think of the great salvation: q-crq vvb pn22 p-acp? vbz pc-acp d n1 vmb vvi pn22 d n1 p-acp d j n1? av vbr pn22 vvd j n2, cst np1 vbz vvg p-acp po22 vvi, pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp pn22 vvb av, vvb po22 n2 r-crq pn22 vvb pp-f dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 47
616 is it not a lovely salvation? is it not lovely now? What say ye to it? I am to go away, and the offer is to be taken up at this time, is it not a lovely salvation? is it not lovely now? What say you to it? I am to go away, and the offer is to be taken up At this time, vbz pn31 xx dt j n1? vbz pn31 xx j av? q-crq vvb pn22 p-acp pn31? pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi av, cc dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 47
617 and it is hard to say, if ever ye shall have an offer again. I would only say this to you, and be sure of it; and it is hard to say, if ever you shall have an offer again. I would only say this to you, and be sure of it; cc pn31 vbz j p-acp vvb, cs av pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 av. pns11 vmd av-j vvb d p-acp pn22, cc vbi j pp-f pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 47
618 though I should never be a partaker of this great salvation, yet I shall be a witness against you that are not partakers of it. though I should never be a partaker of this great salvation, yet I shall be a witness against you that Are not partakers of it. cs pns11 vmd av-x vbi dt n1 pp-f d j n1, av pns11 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22 cst vbr xx n2 pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 47
619 I tell and declare unto you, I shall be a witness against you, if ye embrace not the great salvation; I tell and declare unto you, I shall be a witness against you, if you embrace not the great salvation; pns11 vvb cc vvi p-acp pn22, pns11 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22, cs pn22 vvb xx dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 47
620 Now old men, are ye perswaded to embrace it? let me obtest you by the beauty of Christ, come and partake of the great salvation, ye that are travelling upon the borders of eternity: Now old men, Are you persuaded to embrace it? let me obtest you by the beauty of christ, come and partake of the great salvation, you that Are traveling upon the borders of eternity: av j n2, vbr pn22 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31? vvb pno11 vv2 pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb cc vvi pp-f dt j n1, pn22 cst vbr vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 47
621 Now if ye will give no more, give this, will ye go home and think upon it? I shall not be uncharitable, Now if you will give no more, give this, will you go home and think upon it? I shall not be uncharitable, av cs pn22 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, vvb d, vmb pn22 vvb av-an cc vvb p-acp pn31? pns11 vmb xx vbi j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 47
622 nor enter to judge your thoughts. nor enter to judge your thoughts. ccx vvi pc-acp vvi po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 47
623 I fear there shall be many declared and found guilty amongst us, that we have declared unto heaven we will not embrace the great salvation, I Fear there shall be many declared and found guilty among us, that we have declared unto heaven we will not embrace the great salvation, pns11 vvb a-acp vmb vbi d vvn cc vvd j p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vhb vvn p-acp n1 pns12 vmb xx vvi dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
624 but have troden the blood of the Son of God under foot. but have trodden the blood of the Son of God under foot. cc-acp vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
625 Now I entreat you every one of you, ask of your selves if ye be the persons that will presume in your hearts to do so. Now I entreat you every one of you, ask of your selves if you be the Persons that will presume in your hearts to do so. av pns11 vvb pn22 d crd pp-f pn22, vvb pp-f po22 n2 cs pn22 vbb dt n2 cst vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vdi av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
626 Now I shall leave it with you, let it not be a witness against you: I shall leave it with this; Now I shall leave it with you, let it not be a witness against you: I shall leave it with this; av pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pn22, vvb pn31 xx vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22: pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
627 O come away, old men, young men, old women, and maids; come and embrace this precious gospel salvation. Oh come away, old men, young men, old women, and maids; come and embrace this precious gospel salvation. uh vvb av, j n2, j n2, j n2, cc n2; vvb cc vvi d j n1 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
628 Ye may say, ye bid us come; but we cannot come: I desire no more of you, but to come with this; the may say, you bid us come; but we cannot come: I desire no more of you, but to come with this; dt vmb vvi, pn22 vvb pno12 vvi; cc-acp pns12 vmbx vvi: pns11 vvb av-dx dc pp-f pn22, p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
629 Lord I am content to come, but I cannot come: Come once to that: Lord I am content to come, but I cannot come: Come once to that: n1 pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pns11 vmbx vvi: vvb a-acp p-acp d: (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
630 for if once ye be content to receive it, it will not be long before ye be able to receive it. for if once you be content to receive it, it will not be long before you be able to receive it. c-acp cs a-acp pn22 vbb j pc-acp vvi pn31, pn31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pn22 vbb j pc-acp vvi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
631 Now shall Christ depart, and will none of you say ye are content to take him, will ye charge your own consciences with this; Now shall christ depart, and will none of you say you Are content to take him, will you charge your own Consciences with this; av vmb np1 vvi, cc vmb pix pp-f pn22 vvb pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno31, vmb pn22 vvb po22 d n2 p-acp d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
632 〈 ◊ 〉 I content to take Chrst and the great salvation; 〈 ◊ 〉 I content to take Christ and the great salvation; 〈 sy 〉 pns11 j pc-acp vvi av cc dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
633 O blest, blest, blest be he that is the author of this great salvation, and blest be he that gets any of the ends of the cord of the great salvation, that we sink not under the wrath and fury of the Lord! Oh blessed, blessed, blessed be he that is the author of this great salvation, and blessed be he that gets any of the ends of the cord of the great salvation, that we sink not under the wrath and fury of the Lord! uh j-vvn, j-vvn, j-vvn vbb pns31 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1, cc vvn vbb pns31 cst vvz d pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst pns12 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
634 Come and embrace this great salvation; and again I say, come and embrace it; for what can ye have if ye want it; Come and embrace this great salvation; and again I say, come and embrace it; for what can you have if you want it; np1 cc vvi d j n1; cc av pns11 vvb, vvb cc vvi pn31; c-acp q-crq vmb pn22 vhi cs pn22 vvb pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
635 and what can ye want if ye have it; and what can you want if you have it; cc q-crq vmb pn22 vvb cs pn22 vhb pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
636 I shall say no more, but close with that word, Isa. 62. vers. 21. Behold, the Lord hath proclaimed to the ends of the World, to those that are far off: I shall say no more, but close with that word, Isaiah 62. vers. 21. Behold, the Lord hath proclaimed to the ends of the World, to those that Are Far off: pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, cc-acp av-j p-acp d n1, np1 crd fw-la. crd vvb, dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d cst vbr av-j a-acp: (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
637 What hath he proclaimed, Say ye to the Daughter of Sion, Behold thy salvation cometh, behold it cometh! What hath he proclaimed, Say you to the Daughter of Sion, Behold thy salvation comes, behold it comes! r-crq vhz pns31 vvn, vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb po21 n1 vvz, vvb pn31 vvz! (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
638 I say to you that are the ends of the World, Salvation is brought hear unto you, Stout-Hearted and far from Righteousness, the great salvation is brought near unto you, and will ye send it away! Oh consider what ye are doing. I say to you that Are the ends of the World, Salvation is brought hear unto you, Stouthearted and Far from Righteousness, the great salvation is brought near unto you, and will you send it away! O Consider what you Are doing. pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 cst vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1, n1 vbz vvn vvb p-acp pn22, j cc av-j p-acp n1, dt j n1 vbz vvn av-j p-acp pn22, cc vmb pn22 vvb pn31 av! uh vvb r-crq pn22 vbr vdg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
639 And to him that can perswade you to embrace the great salvation, we desire to give praise. FINIS. And to him that can persuade you to embrace the great salvation, we desire to give praise. FINIS. cc p-acp pno31 cst vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi n1. fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48

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