The compleat conformist, or, Seasonable advice concerning strict conformity, and frequent celebration of the holy Communion in a sermon preached (on the seventh of January, being the first Sunday after the Epiphany, in the year 1682) at the Cathedral, and in a letter written to the clergy of the archdeaconry of Durham / by Denis Grenville.

Grenville, Denis, 1637-1703
Publisher: Printed for R Clavell
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1684
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A42092 ESTC ID: R8783 STC ID: G1938
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- John I, 29; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A SERMON. JOHN I. 29. Behold the Lamb of God. A SERMON. JOHN I. 29. Behold the Lamb of God. dt n1. np1 np1 crd vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 5
1 THE very first word of my Text doth powerfully command your attention, and require you to behold him to day, whom the Church presented as manifested yesterday, which will be no unseasonable Meditation (you will find,) if you examine the Services of the respective Sundays after the Epiphany, till the Purification. THE very First word of my Text does powerfully command your attention, and require you to behold him to day, whom the Church presented as manifested yesterday, which will be no unseasonable Meditation (you will find,) if you examine the Services of the respective Sundays After the Epiphany, till the Purification. dt av ord n1 pp-f po11 n1 vdz av-j vvi po22 n1, cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, ro-crq dt n1 vvd c-acp vvn av-an, r-crq vmb vbi dx j n1 (pn22 vmb vvi,) cs pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt j np2 p-acp dt np1, c-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
2 It is no small matter in Scripture, that hath an Ecce prefixed thereunto; It is no small matter in Scripture, that hath an Ecce prefixed thereunto; pn31 vbz dx j n1 p-acp n1, cst vhz dt fw-la vvn av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
3 and nothing can better deserve it, than those passages that relate to our Lord's wonderful Incarnation: and nothing can better deserve it, than those passages that relate to our Lord's wondered Incarnation: cc pix vmb vvi vvi pn31, cs d n2 cst vvb p-acp po12 n1|vbz j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
4 namely, God manifested in the Flesh to be true and very man, Born of a Virgin (the chief subject of Devotion on the Feast of our Lord's Nativity) or the man Christ Jesus manifested to be God (the subject of the Devotions on the Feast of the Epiphany) three several ways: namely, God manifested in the Flesh to be true and very man, Born of a Virgae (the chief Subject of Devotion on the Feast of our Lord's Nativity) or the man christ jesus manifested to be God (the Subject of the Devotions on the Feast of the Epiphany) three several ways: av, np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j cc j n1, vvn pp-f dt n1 (dt j-jn n-jn pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1) cc dt n1 np1 np1 vvd pc-acp vbi np1 (dt n-jn pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1) crd j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
5 First, By the Wise mens coming to worship him twelve days after his Birth. Secondly, By a Voice from Heaven at his Baptism, thirty years after. First, By the Wise men's coming to worship him twelve days After his Birth. Secondly, By a Voice from Heaven At his Baptism, thirty Years After. ord, p-acp dt j ng2 n-vvg pc-acp vvi pno31 crd n2 p-acp po31 n1. ord, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, crd n2 a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
6 And thirdly, By his first Miracle in Cana of Galilee where he turned Water into Wine. And Thirdly, By his First Miracle in Cana of Galilee where he turned Water into Wine. cc ord, p-acp po31 ord n1 p-acp np1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns31 vvd n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
7 Which way soever we turn our Eyes to behold, either God manifested to be Man, Which Way soever we turn our Eyes to behold, either God manifested to be Man, r-crq n1 av pns12 vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vvi, d np1 vvd pc-acp vbi n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 5
8 or Man manifested to be God, the Spectacle will be glorious and wonderful, and every way deserving of our highest Admiration and Praise; or Man manifested to be God, the Spectacle will be glorious and wondered, and every Way deserving of our highest Admiration and Praise; cc n1 vvd pc-acp vbi np1, dt n1 vmb vbi j cc j, cc d n1 vvg pp-f po12 js n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 5
9 which is in a particular manner proper for our consideration at this Instant, when we are approaching to the Table of our Lord to feed on his blessed Body and Bloud. which is in a particular manner proper for our consideration At this Instant, when we Are approaching to the Table of our Lord to feed on his blessed Body and Blood. r-crq vbz p-acp dt j n1 j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d j-jn, c-crq pns12 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j-vvn n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 5
10 And that that holy Duty of the Altar, as well as the other of the Pulpit, may succeed to the honour of God, And that that holy Duty of the Altar, as well as the other of the Pulpit, may succeed to the honour of God, cc d cst j n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 5
11 and comfort of our Souls, let us beg the assistance of God's most holy Spirit, &c. Ye shall pray for the holy Catholick Church of Christ, the Congregation of Christian People, &c. Behold the Lamb of God. and Comfort of our Souls, let us beg the assistance of God's most holy Spirit, etc. You shall pray for the holy Catholic Church of christ, the Congregation of Christian People, etc. Behold the Lamb of God. cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 av-ds j n1, av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j njp n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f njp n1, av vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 5
12 Never any Spectacle in the world so well deserved a Crier to call the People to behold it as this in the Text: Never any Spectacle in the world so well deserved a Crier to call the People to behold it as this in the Text: av-x d n1 p-acp dt n1 av av vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 5
13 Nor was there any man in the world so fit to call Spectators to this Spectacle as the Baptist. Nor was there any man in the world so fit to call Spectators to this Spectacle as the Baptist. ccx vbds a-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 av j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 5
14 God is come down into the World in the Form of a Man, and shall not all men desire to see him? The Baptist leapt for Joy at the news of his coming, God is come down into the World in the From of a Man, and shall not all men desire to see him? The Baptist leapt for Joy At the news of his coming, np1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vmb xx d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31? dt n1 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 5
15 when he was yet in his Mothers Womb; when he was yet in his Mother's Womb; c-crq pns31 vbds av p-acp po31 ng1 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 5
16 How much more may he now congratulate his Presence, when his eyes see him upon the Earth? Out of the abundance of his heart his mouth speaketh, How much more may he now congratulate his Presence, when his eyes see him upon the Earth? Out of the abundance of his heart his Mouth speaks, c-crq d dc vmb pns31 av vvi po31 n1, c-crq po31 n2 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1? av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 po31 n1 vvz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 5
17 and ravish'd (as it were) with the sight of his Saviour, he no sooner sees him [ himself ] coming, and ravished (as it were) with the sighed of his Saviour, he no sooner sees him [ himself ] coming, cc j-vvn (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 av-dx av-c vvz pno31 [ px31 ] n-vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 5
18 but he calls all others to behold him, Behold the Lamb of God. We read in Scripture of Ecce's before this of the Baptist, to the like purpose. but he calls all Others to behold him, Behold the Lamb of God. We read in Scripture of Ecce's before this of the Baptist, to the like purpose. cc-acp pns31 vvz d n2-jn pc-acp vvi pno31, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 p-acp d pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 5
19 The Prophet Esay had his Ecce, Behold a Virgin shall conceive. The Prophet Zachary had his Ecce, Behold thy King cometh. The Prophet Isaiah had his Ecce, Behold a Virgae shall conceive. The Prophet Zachary had his Ecce, Behold thy King comes. dt n1 np1 vhd po31 fw-la, vvb dt n1 vmb vvi. dt n1 np1 vhd po31 fw-la, vvb po21 n1 vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
20 But John 's Ecce is more Emphatical than theirs. John was more than a Prophet. But John is Ecce is more Emphatical than theirs. John was more than a Prophet. p-acp np1 vbz fw-la vbz av-dc j cs png32. np1 vbds av-dc cs dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
21 They shewed him to the Eye of Faith, he shews him to the Eye of Sense, They showed him to the Eye of Faith, he shows him to the Eye of Sense, pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
22 so proving himself not only an Harbinger, but an Herauld. so proving himself not only an Harbinger, but an Herald. av vvg px31 xx av-j dt n1, cc-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
23 As he prepared his way before he came, so now doth he declare his presence being come. Behold the Lamb of God. As he prepared his Way before he Come, so now does he declare his presence being come. Behold the Lamb of God. p-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vvd, av av vdz pns31 vvi po31 n1 vbg vvn. vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
24 The Text (with the subsequent words) is an Epitome of the whole Gospell, preaching Remission of sins by Jesus Christ. The Text (with the subsequent words) is an Epitome of the Whole Gospel, preaching Remission of Sins by jesus christ. dt n1 (p-acp dt j n2) vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vvg n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1 np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
25 The grand Prerogative of the Church, the only happiness of every faithful Soul, the ground of that Article of our Creed, wherein we profess to believe the forgiveness of our sins. The grand Prerogative of the Church, the only happiness of every faithful Soul, the ground of that Article of our Creed, wherein we profess to believe the forgiveness of our Sins. dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f d j n1, dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
26 Here we learn that our sins are pardoned and taken away, and that by Christ, through his Mediation, for his Merits. Here we Learn that our Sins Are pardoned and taken away, and that by christ, through his Mediation, for his Merits. av pns12 vvb cst po12 n2 vbr vvn cc vvn av, cc cst p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
27 If the Church hath then, (as she hath undoubtedly) power to set apart days of Thanksgiving for any Blessing received, who can imagine that she should not have power to separate one for the Commemoration of this stupendious mercy we have lately Celebrated, the Son of God becoming the Son of the Virgin? Never greater Blessing came to the Church than Christ's coming into the world. If the Church hath then, (as she hath undoubtedly) power to Set apart days of Thanksgiving for any Blessing received, who can imagine that she should not have power to separate one for the Commemoration of this stupendious mercy we have lately Celebrated, the Son of God becoming the Son of the Virgae? Never greater Blessing Come to the Church than Christ's coming into the world. cs dt n1 vhz av, (c-acp pns31 vhz av-j) n1 pc-acp vvi av n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 vvn, r-crq vmb vvi cst pns31 vmd xx vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pns12 vhb av-j vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1? av-x jc n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 cs npg1 vvg p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
28 If the Resurrection consigned that Day which we celebrate weekly for the Christian Sabbath, his Nativity, Ascension, sending the Holy Ghost, If the Resurrection consigned that Day which we celebrate weekly for the Christian Sabbath, his Nativity, Ascension, sending the Holy Ghost, cs dt n1 vvd d n1 r-crq pns12 vvb av-j p-acp dt njp n1, po31 n1, n1, vvg dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
29 and other Acts of his, might no doubt (if the Church thought fit) have their peculiar Days of Remembrance and Thanksgiving too, and other Acts of his, might no doubt (if the Church Thought fit) have their peculiar Days of Remembrance and Thanksgiving too, cc j-jn n2 pp-f png31, vmd dx n1 (cs dt n1 vvd j) vhb po32 j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
30 as free from Superstition as any present Practice that hath not a particular Precept. as free from Superstition as any present Practice that hath not a particular Precept. c-acp j p-acp n1 c-acp d j n1 cst vhz xx dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
31 The words are a Declaration of Christ come in the Flesh, NONLATINALPHABET, Behold the Lamb of God. The words Are a Declaration of christ come in the Flesh,, Behold the Lamb of God. dt n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp dt n1,, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 5
32 In this Scripture we shall observe three things: In this Scripture we shall observe three things: p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vvi crd n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 5
33 First, He came, ' NONLATINALPHABET, A Lamb. Secondly, Not simply ' NONLATINALPHABET, A Lamb; but by an Excellency, NONLATINALPHABET, The Lamb. Thirdly, Not only so neither, but NONLATINALPHABET, The Lamb of God. First, He Come, ', A Lamb. Secondly, Not simply ', A Lamb; but by an Excellency,, The Lamb. Thirdly, Not only so neither, but, The Lamb of God. ord, pns31 vvd, ', dt n1. ord, xx av-j ', dt n1; p-acp p-acp dt n1,, dt n1. ord, xx av-j av av-d, cc-acp, dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 5
34 1. Behold a Lamb. Our Saviour is pleased in his Gospel to ask, To what shall we liken the Kingdom of God? And by his Example we may here ask, To what shall any man liken the Son of God? The Son of God is God, and God is incomparable. 1. Behold a Lamb. Our Saviour is pleased in his Gospel to ask, To what shall we liken the Kingdom of God? And by his Exampl we may Here ask, To what shall any man liken the Son of God? The Son of God is God, and God is incomparable. crd vvb dt n1. po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp r-crq vmb pns12 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1? cc p-acp po31 n1 pns12 vmb av vvi, p-acp r-crq vmb d n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1? dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz np1, cc np1 vbz j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
35 As there is no other God besides him, so there is no other thing like unto him. As there is no other God beside him, so there is no other thing like unto him. p-acp pc-acp vbz dx j-jn np1 p-acp pno31, av pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 av-j p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
36 To whom shall we liken God, or what likeness shall we compare unto him? saith Esay 40. 18. And yet the Baptist here calls him a Lamb, To whom shall we liken God, or what likeness shall we compare unto him? Says Isaiah 40. 18. And yet the Baptist Here calls him a Lamb, p-acp ro-crq vmb pns12 vvi np1, cc r-crq n1 vmb pns12 vvi p-acp pno31? vvz np1 crd crd cc av dt n1 av vvz pno31 dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
37 and in the Revelation of St. John he is called a Lion, Chap. 5. v. 5. To clear this, you shall know, that these and the like Metaphorical Appellations are given to God, not to note his Essence, but certain of his Properties. and in the Revelation of Saint John he is called a lion, Chap. 5. v. 5. To clear this, you shall know, that these and the like Metaphorical Appellations Are given to God, not to note his Essence, but certain of his Properties. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 pns31 vbz vvn dt n1, np1 crd n1 crd p-acp vvi d, pn22 vmb vvi, cst d cc dt j j n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1, xx pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc-acp j pp-f po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
38 And therefore we are not warranted hereby to picture him like these, or any other Creatures, And Therefore we Are not warranted hereby to picture him like these, or any other Creatures, cc av pns12 vbr xx vvn av p-acp n1 pno31 av-j d, cc d j-jn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
39 or to conceive of him, as if he were any Created Thing, but to learn some of his Properties by these Titles. or to conceive of him, as if he were any Created Thing, but to Learn Some of his Properties by these Titles. cc pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr d vvn n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi d pp-f po31 n2 p-acp d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
40 Christ is as a Lamb, and as a Lion; as a Lamb in Patience, as a Lion in his Power; christ is as a Lamb, and as a lion; as a Lamb in Patience, as a lion in his Power; np1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1; c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
41 as a Lamb in his Passion, as a Lion in his Resurrection. The Holy Ghost is often pleased in Scripture to descend to the Capacity of Man, as a Lamb in his Passion, as a lion in his Resurrection. The Holy Ghost is often pleased in Scripture to descend to the Capacity of Man, c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. dt j n1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
42 and to express Divine Mysteries by Phrases most easie, and sutable to Humane Apprehension; and to express Divine Mysteres by Phrases most easy, and suitable to Humane Apprehension; cc pc-acp vvi j-jn n2 p-acp n2 av-ds j, cc j p-acp j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
43 not that we should grosly conceive of God to be the thing by which he makes himself known; not that we should grossly conceive of God to be the thing by which he makes himself known; xx cst pns12 vmd av-j vvi pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz px31 vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
44 but that by these Metaphors we may the more plainly discern certain properties in him, but that by these Metaphors we may the more plainly discern certain properties in him, cc-acp cst p-acp d n2 pns12 vmb dt av-dc av-j vvi j n2 p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
45 as by the Title of Lamb in the Text. The Baptist might have said, Behold the Messiah, as by the Title of Lamb in the Text. The Baptist might have said, Behold the Messiah, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt np1 dt n1 vmd vhi vvn, vvb dt np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
46 Behold the King of Israel, Behold the Son of God; but passing by these, he saith, Behold the Lamb of God. Behold the King of Israel, Behold the Son of God; but passing by these, he Says, Behold the Lamb of God. vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1; cc-acp vvg p-acp d, pns31 vvz, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
47 In which Metaphor we may note three Properties of Christ naturally to be known, viz. his Innocency, Meekness, and Profitableness; In which Metaphor we may note three Properties of christ naturally to be known, viz. his Innocency, Meekness, and Profitableness; p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vmb vvi crd n2 pp-f np1 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, n1 po31 n1, n1, cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
48 or that great Benefit which redounds to the Church by him, as I shall shew you in every particular, with great brevity, intending to be more large than ordinary in the Application. or that great Benefit which redounds to the Church by him, as I shall show you in every particular, with great brevity, intending to be more large than ordinary in the Application. cc cst j n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d j, p-acp j n1, vvg pc-acp vbi av-dc j cs j p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
49 1. Lamb notes his Innocency, for the Lamb is ever esteemed NONLATINALPHABET, the best among mere Animals; 1. Lamb notes his Innocency, for the Lamb is ever esteemed, the best among mere Animals; crd n1 n2 po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 vbz av vvn, dt js p-acp j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
50 and so we account him the most harmless Creature, an Emblem of Unspotted Purity, and therefore a fit Title to set forth the Innocent Son of God to the world; and so we account him the most harmless Creature, an Emblem of Unspotted Purity, and Therefore a fit Title to Set forth the Innocent Son of God to the world; cc av pns12 vvb pno31 dt av-ds j n1, dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc av dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
51 who was so innocent, that his Judge could find no fault in him, John 18. 38. I find no fault in him, said Pilate there. who was so innocent, that his Judge could find no fault in him, John 18. 38. I find no fault in him, said Pilate there. r-crq vbds av j-jn, cst po31 n1 vmd vvi dx n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb dx n1 p-acp pno31, vvd np1 a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
52 Nay, the Devil himself had nothing to accuse him of, The Prince of this World hath nothing in me, John 14. 30. The Council that condemned him, were forced to seek false Witness, Nay, the devil himself had nothing to accuse him of, The Prince of this World hath nothing in me, John 14. 30. The Council that condemned him, were forced to seek false Witness, uh-x, dt n1 px31 vhd pix pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vhz pix p-acp pno11, np1 crd crd dt n1 cst vvd pno31, vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
53 and though they sought, yet found they none, saith the Evangelist, Mat. 26. 59, 60. Both he that condemned him, and though they sought, yet found they none, Says the Evangelist, Mathew 26. 59, 60. Both he that condemned him, cc cs pns32 vvd, av vvd pns32 pix, vvz dt np1, np1 crd crd, crd av-d pns31 cst vvd pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
54 and he that betrayed him, pronounce him innocent, Mat. 27. 4, 24. And therefore St. Paul calls him a Lamb without Spot or Blemish. and he that betrayed him, pronounce him innocent, Mathew 27. 4, 24. And Therefore Saint Paul calls him a Lamb without Spot or Blemish. cc pns31 cst vvd pno31, vvb pno31 j-jn, np1 crd crd, crd cc av n1 np1 vvz pno31 dt n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
55 He was indeed so eminently Innocent, that no one durst say he was any way Nocent. He was indeed so eminently Innocent, that no one durst say he was any Way Nocent. pns31 vbds av av av-j j-jn, cst dx crd vvd vvi pns31 vbds d n1 fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
56 The best of men are liable to Censures, and just Castigations; their very Virtues are Imperfect and Censurable: The best of men Are liable to Censures, and just Castigations; their very Virtues Are Imperfect and Censurable: dt js pp-f n2 vbr j p-acp n2, cc j n2; po32 j n2 vbr j cc j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
57 But this Lamb is so pure and white, that no man durst say that he was ever touched with the least Peccadillo or smallest offence. But this Lamb is so pure and white, that no man durst say that he was ever touched with the least Peccadillo or Smallest offence. cc-acp d n1 vbz av j cc j-jn, cst dx n1 vvd vvi cst pns31 vbds av vvn p-acp dt ds n1 cc js n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
58 He was clear of Original Sin, Conceived of the Holy Ghost; he was void of all Actual Transgression, in Thought, Word, and Deed; He was clear of Original since, Conceived of the Holy Ghost; he was void of all Actual Transgression, in Thought, Word, and Deed; pns31 vbds j pp-f j-jn n1, j-vvn pp-f dt j n1; pns31 vbds j pp-f d j n1, p-acp n1, n1, cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
59 Clear in Thought, he knew no sin, 2 Cor. 5. 2. Clear in Word, There was no guile found in his mouth, 1 Pet. 4. 22. Clear in Deed, he did no sin, in the beginning of the same Verse. Clear in Thought, he knew no since, 2 Cor. 5. 2. Clear in Word, There was no guile found in his Mouth, 1 Pet. 4. 22. Clear in Deed, he did no since, in the beginning of the same Verse. vvb p-acp n1, pns31 vvd dx n1, crd np1 crd crd j p-acp n1, a-acp vbds dx n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, crd np1 crd crd j p-acp n1, pns31 vdd dx n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
60 All which S. John gives in this General, There was no sin in him, 1 John 3. 5. And this is our happiness, we are hereby confirmed in our Faith, that he died for our sins, having none of his own, All which S. John gives in this General, There was no since in him, 1 John 3. 5. And this is our happiness, we Are hereby confirmed in our Faith, that he died for our Sins, having none of his own, av-d r-crq n1 np1 vvz p-acp d n1, a-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd cc d vbz po12 n1, pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp po12 n1, cst pns31 vvd p-acp po12 n2, vhg pix pp-f po31 d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
61 and that God hath accepted him for our Transgressions, he being so pure and Immaculate a Lamb, of such infinite Worth, and that God hath accepted him for our Transgressions, he being so pure and Immaculate a Lamb, of such infinite Worth, cc cst np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp po12 n2, pns31 vbg av j cc j dt n1, pp-f d j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
62 so perfect a Sacrifice, and satisfactory Oblation. St. John probably might have some special aim in the Title. so perfect a Sacrifice, and satisfactory Oblation. Saint John probably might have Some special aim in the Title. av j dt n1, cc j n1. n1 np1 av-j vmd vhi d j n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
63 As thus, He professeth, that his Baptism was for Remission of Sins, and Christ coming to be Baptized of him, the People might think he had Sins to be remitted. As thus, He Professes, that his Baptism was for Remission of Sins, and christ coming to be Baptised of him, the People might think he had Sins to be remitted. p-acp av, pns31 vvz, cst po31 n1 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cc np1 vvg pc-acp vbi j-vvn pp-f pno31, dt n1 vmd vvi pns31 vhd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 5
64 To prevent this suspicion, he calls him an innocent Lamb, Behold Christ coming to be Baptized, (he might have said) but not for the same Ends as you. To prevent this suspicion, he calls him an innocent Lamb, Behold christ coming to be Baptised, (he might have said) but not for the same Ends as you. p-acp vvi d n1, pns31 vvz pno31 dt j-jn n1, vvb np1 vvg pc-acp vbi j-vvn, (pns31 vmd vhi vvn) cc-acp xx p-acp dt d n2 c-acp pn22. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 5
65 You are Baptized for your selves, that your sins may be forgiven; You Are Baptised for your selves, that your Sins may be forgiven; pn22 vbr j-vvn p-acp po22 n2, cst po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 5
66 but He for you, that your Baptism may be available for the Remission of your sins. but He for you, that your Baptism may be available for the Remission of your Sins. cc-acp pns31 p-acp pn22, cst po22 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 5
67 He was baptized in his Natural Body, that you might be Baptized Spiritually in his Mystical Body. He was baptised in his Natural Body, that you might be Baptised Spiritually in his Mystical Body. pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 j n1, cst pn22 vmd vbi j-vvn av-j p-acp po31 j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 5
68 He came not to cleanse himself by the Water of Baptism, for he was without sin, He Come not to cleanse himself by the Water of Baptism, for he was without since, pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 5
69 but to sanctifie the Water of Baptism for your Purification; To cleanse the Font, and not himself; but to sanctify the Water of Baptism for your Purification; To cleanse the Font, and not himself; cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n1; pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc xx px31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 5
70 To elevate the Water of Baptism above its natural Condition; To elevate the Water of Baptism above its natural Condition; pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 5
71 To be the Instrument of the Holy Ghost for the spiritual washing of our Souls, to make it indeed such a Fountain of Water, To be the Instrument of the Holy Ghost for the spiritual washing of our Souls, to make it indeed such a Fountain of Water, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi pn31 av d dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 5
72 as was promised to be opened to the House of Jacob for Sin, and for Uncleanness, Zach. 13. 1. Behold then in the first place an Innocent Lamb. as was promised to be opened to the House of Jacob for since, and for Uncleanness, Zach 13. 1. Behold then in the First place an Innocent Lamb. c-acp vbds vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, np1 crd crd vvb av p-acp dt ord n1 dt j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 5
73 2. As Christ is a Lamb for Innocency, so likewise for Patience and Meekness. 2. As christ is a Lamb for Innocency, so likewise for Patience and Meekness. crd p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, av av p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
74 St John Baptist might have called him, as in the Revelation, The Lion of the Tribe of Judah: Saint John Baptist might have called him, as in the Revelation, The lion of the Tribe of Judah: np1 np1 np1 vmd vhi vvn pno31, c-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
75 but then they might have feared him; but then they might have feared him; cc-acp cs pns32 vmd vhi vvn pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
76 for what more terrible than a Lion? But that he might not hinder their Baptizing, whose Baptism he came to sanctifie, St. John calls him a Lamb, which as every one knows, is sincerum, simplex, & sine fraude Pecus, the meekest, sincerest, and most simple Creature. for what more terrible than a lion? But that he might not hinder their Baptizing, whose Baptism he Come to sanctify, Saint John calls him a Lamb, which as every one knows, is Sincere, simplex, & sine fraud Pecus, the Meekest, Sincerest, and most simple Creature. p-acp r-crq dc j cs dt n1? p-acp cst pns31 vmd xx vvi po32 vvg, rg-crq n1 pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi, n1 np1 vvz pno31 dt n1, r-crq p-acp d pi vvz, vbz n1, fw-la, cc fw-la n1 fw-la, dt js, js, cc av-ds j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
77 Every other Creature hath some Frowardness in it. Even the Fly hath its spleen, and the Worm that is trod on, turns again; Every other Creature hath Some Frowardness in it. Even the Fly hath its spleen, and the Worm that is trod on, turns again; np1 j-jn n1 vhz d n1 p-acp pn31. np1 dt n1 vhz po31 n1, cc dt n1 cst vbz vvn a-acp, vvz av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
78 but the Lamb is led to the slaughter, without striving, and is dumb before the Shearer, not opening his mouth, Esay 53. A most notable Instance whereof was seen in our Lord Jesus's sufferings; but the Lamb is led to the slaughter, without striving, and is dumb before the Shearer, not opening his Mouth, Isaiah 53. A most notable Instance whereof was seen in our Lord Jesus's sufferings; cc-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg, cc vbz j p-acp dt np1, xx vvg po31 n1, np1 crd dt av-ds j n1 c-crq vbds vvn p-acp po12 n1 npg1 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
79 for was not Christ just such a Lamb? shorn (if I may so say) and shaven by the cruel Censure of an unjust Judge, at Gabbatha, John 19. 13. and slaughtered by his bloudy Crucifiers at Golgotha, ver. 51. and yet all this while never moved to any Impatience. for was not christ just such a Lamb? shorn (if I may so say) and shaved by the cruel Censure of an unjust Judge, At Gabbatha, John 19. 13. and slaughtered by his bloody Crucifiers At Golgotha, ver. 51. and yet all this while never moved to any Impatience. c-acp vbds xx np1 j d dt n1? vvn (cs pns11 vmb av vvi) cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp np1, np1 crd crd cc vvn p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp np1, fw-la. crd cc av d d n1 av-x vvn p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
80 They Fleece him of his Coat, fley him of his Skin, if not wholly, yet in part, by their Whipping, They Fleece him of his Coat, fley him of his Skin, if not wholly, yet in part, by their Whipping, pns32 n1 pno31 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pno31 pp-f po31 n1, cs xx av-jn, av p-acp n1, p-acp po32 vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
81 and Scourging, and Goaring of him; and Scourging, and Goring of him; cc vvg, cc vvg pp-f pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
82 more Pitiful to his Coat than to his Skin and Body, and yet he is still as meek as a Lamb. more Pitiful to his Coat than to his Skin and Body, and yet he is still as meek as a Lamb. av-dc j p-acp po31 n1 cs p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cc av pns31 vbz av p-acp j c-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
83 He endures all their Butcherly handling of him, with silent Patience, without Clamour, and without Complaint, who when he was reviled, reviled not again, He endures all their Butcherly handling of him, with silent Patience, without Clamour, and without Complaint, who when he was reviled, reviled not again, pns31 vvz d po32 j n-vvg pp-f pno31, p-acp j n1, p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, r-crq c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, vvd xx av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
84 when he suffered, he threatned not, 1 Pet. 2. 23. There was a Sword drawn, by one, in our Saviours defence, when he suffered, he threatened not, 1 Pet. 2. 23. There was a Sword drawn, by one, in our Saviors defence, c-crq pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd xx, crd np1 crd crd pc-acp vbds dt n1 vvn, p-acp crd, p-acp po12 ng1 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
85 and a wound given by it, but it was much against his Will; and a wound given by it, but it was much against his Will; cc dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31, cc-acp pn31 vbds av-d p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
86 who to shew his dislike, Cured the Wound, and check'd his Disciple for giving it, Mat. 26. 52. John 18. 11. and therefore this Act of the Disciple can be no prejudice to his Master's Patience, who was so harmless, that he never did hurt to other, who to show his dislike, Cured the Wound, and checked his Disciple for giving it, Mathew 26. 52. John 18. 11. and Therefore this Act of the Disciple can be no prejudice to his Masters Patience, who was so harmless, that he never did hurt to other, r-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1, j-vvn dt n1, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp vvg pn31, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd cc av d n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, r-crq vbds av j, cst pns31 av-x vdd vvi p-acp j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
87 and so wonderfully meek, that he never resisted those that injured him. and so wonderfully meek, that he never resisted those that injured him. cc av av-j j, cst pns31 av-x vvd d cst vvd pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
88 Though the Wrongs he suffered were extreme, the Indignity he bare, to Flesh and Bloud intolerable; Though the Wrongs he suffered were extreme, the Indignity he bore, to Flesh and Blood intolerable; cs dt n2-jn pns31 vvd vbdr j-jn, dt n1 pns31 vvd, p-acp n1 cc n1 j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
89 yet in this Extremity he commits his Cause to him that judgeth righteously, and for all the Cruelty and Indignity which he underwent, he never opened his mouth in anger; yet in this Extremity he commits his Cause to him that Judgeth righteously, and for all the Cruelty and Indignity which he underwent, he never opened his Mouth in anger; av p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz av-j, cc p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, pns31 av-x vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
90 not one ill word against his Persecutors, but many good ones for them. All the Revenge that he desires is, that no Vengeance be taken on them. not one ill word against his Persecutors, but many good ones for them. All the Revenge that he Desires is, that no Vengeance be taken on them. xx pi j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc-acp d j pi2 p-acp pno32. av-d dt n1 cst pns31 vvz vbz, cst dx n1 vbb vvn p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
91 Father forgive them, for they know not what they do. Father forgive them, for they know not what they do. n1 vvb pno32, c-acp pns32 vvb xx r-crq pns32 vdb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
92 Moses the meekest man upon the Earth, had his Patience moved at Meribah, Numbers 20. 10, 11, 12, 13. The Patience of Job is famous even to a Proverb, and yet he often complained. Moses the Meekest man upon the Earth, had his Patience moved At Meribah, Numbers 20. 10, 11, 12, 13. The Patience of Job is famous even to a Proverb, and yet he often complained. np1 dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, vhd po31 n1 vvn p-acp np1, n2 crd crd, crd, crd, crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j av p-acp dt n1, cc av pns31 av vvd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
93 Beyond these and all other Examples, Christ suffered more than all, with the incomparable meekness of a Patient Lamb. Beyond these and all other Examples, christ suffered more than all, with the incomparable meekness of a Patient Lamb. p-acp d cc d j-jn n2, np1 vvd av-dc cs d, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
94 When I think of this, I cannot but wonder at the Nature and Disposition of them that call themselves Christians, When I think of this, I cannot but wonder At the Nature and Disposition of them that call themselves Christians, c-crq pns11 vvb pp-f d, pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvb px32 np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
95 and yet herein are quite opposite to the nature of Christ: And that such a glorious Example of Virtue should be no more prevalent with us, and yet herein Are quite opposite to the nature of christ: And that such a glorious Exampl of Virtue should be no more prevalent with us, cc av av vbr av j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: cc cst d dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmd vbi dx av-dc j p-acp pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
96 and have no power on us. and have no power on us. cc vhb dx n1 p-acp pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
97 He indured, for our sakes, all things that were most painful to Humane Nature, without the least kind of murmuring or complaint. He endured, for our sakes, all things that were most painful to Humane Nature, without the least kind of murmuring or complaint. pns31 vvd, p-acp po12 n2, d n2 cst vbdr av-ds j p-acp j n1, p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f vvg cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
98 He suffered Reproaches, Revilings, Scoffings, Scorning, Buffeting, Whipping, Death it self, nay, a most painful and shameful one, without the least desire of Revenge. He suffered Reproaches, Revilings, Scoffings, Scorning, Buffeting, Whipping, Death it self, nay, a most painful and shameful one, without the least desire of Revenge. pns31 vvd n2, n2-vvg, n2-vvg, vvg, n-vvg, vvg, n1 pn31 n1, uh-x, dt av-ds j cc j pi, p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
99 When we, alas, poor despicable Worms, cannot for any sake, God's sake, or Christ Jesus sake, suffer the least contradiction either to our Nature, or our Humour. When we, alas, poor despicable Worms, cannot for any sake, God's sake, or christ jesus sake, suffer the least contradiction either to our Nature, or our Humour. c-crq pns12, uh, j j n2, vmbx p-acp d n1, npg1 n1, cc np1 np1 n1, vvb dt ds n1 d p-acp po12 n1, cc po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
100 A little loss of Reputation, or Goods, (which are less valuable,) a Blow, or but a Word, sometimes are thought things intolerable. A little loss of Reputation, or Goods, (which Are less valuable,) a Blow, or but a Word, sometime Are Thought things intolerable. dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc n2-j, (r-crq vbr av-dc j,) dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, av vbr vvn n2 j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
101 All our power and might on such trifling accounts, (as if Vengeance were ours, and not God's) is presently raised to revenge our Quarrel. All our power and might on such trifling accounts, (as if Vengeance were ours, and not God's) is presently raised to revenge our Quarrel. av-d po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp d j-vvg n2, (c-acp cs n1 vbdr png12, cc xx npg1) vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vvi po12 vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
102 In this our Nature crosseth our Title; In this our Nature Crosseth our Title; p-acp d po12 n1 vvz po12 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
103 for if we be Christians, we must be Anointed with some Drops of that Oyl, with some degrees of those Virtues, that so much abounded in him. for if we be Christians, we must be Anointed with Some Drops of that Oil, with Some Degrees of those Virtues, that so much abounded in him. c-acp cs pns12 vbb np1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp d n2 pp-f d n2, cst av av-d vvn p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
104 So saith St. Peter in the present Case, He gave himself an Example, that we should follow his steps. So Says Saint Peter in the present Case, He gave himself an Exampl, that we should follow his steps. np1 vvz n1 np1 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvd px31 dt n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
105 Christs sheep hear his Voice, and follow him, Joh. 10. 27. His Disciples [ all that belong to him ] are Sheep, not Goats, not Wolves but Lambs, Innocent and meek Lambs. Christ sheep hear his Voice, and follow him, John 10. 27. His Disciples [ all that belong to him ] Are Sheep, not Goats, not Wolves but Lambs, Innocent and meek Lambs. npg1 n1 vvi po31 n1, cc vvi pno31, np1 crd crd po31 n2 [ d cst vvb p-acp pno31 ] vbr n1, xx n2, xx n2 p-acp n2, j-jn cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
106 3. As Christ is Innocent and meek, so like a Lamb, he is profitable also. 3. As christ is Innocent and meek, so like a Lamb, he is profitable also. crd p-acp np1 vbz j-jn cc j, av av-j dt n1, pns31 vbz j av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 5
107 As a Lamb, to the Owner affords both his Fleece and his substance, one to Cloath him, the other to Feed him; As a Lamb, to the Owner affords both his Fleece and his substance, one to Cloth him, the other to Feed him; p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz d po31 n1 cc po31 n1, pi p-acp n1 pno31, dt j-jn p-acp vvb pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 5
108 so is Christ to us, both our Garment to cover our Sin, and our Food to nourish our Souls. so is christ to us, both our Garment to cover our since, and our Food to nourish our Souls. av vbz np1 p-acp pno12, d po12 n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc po12 n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 5
109 How Christ is our Garment to cover our sin hath been the subject of a former Sermon; How christ is our Garment to cover our since hath been the Subject of a former Sermon; c-crq np1 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 vhz vbn dt n-jn pp-f dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 5
110 and the design of this Discourse, and Duties of the Day, will not give leave to repeat; and the Design of this Discourse, and Duties of the Day, will not give leave to repeat; cc dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, vmb xx vvi n1 pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 5
111 how he becomes our Food, I hope you will find soon after, by experience, in the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, on which I shall reflect in the Application: how he becomes our Food, I hope you will find soon After, by experience, in the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, on which I shall reflect in the Application: c-crq pns31 vvz po12 n1, pns11 vvb pn22 vmb vvi av a-acp, p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 5
112 but before that, we have two particulars to be yet briefly handled. but before that, we have two particulars to be yet briefly handled. cc-acp p-acp d, pns12 vhb crd n2-j pc-acp vbi av av-j vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 5
113 It is remarkable the Baptist calls him not simply a Lamb, but The Lamb, and not barely so, but The Lamb of God. It is remarkable the Baptist calls him not simply a Lamb, but The Lamb, and not barely so, but The Lamb of God. pn31 vbz j dt n1 vvz pno31 xx av-j dt n1, cc-acp dt n1, cc xx av-j av, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 5
114 II. Behold The Lamb, NONLATINALPHABET, The Lamb which the Prophet Esay foreshewed to be the Propitiatory Sacrifice for the sins of his People, Esay 53. 7. The Lamb prefigured by Moses in the Passover, Exod. 12. As the Bloud of the Lamb sprinkled upon the Posts of the Door, saved the Israelites from the Plague of the Destroyer; II Behold The Lamb,, The Lamb which the Prophet Isaiah foreshowed to be the Propitiatory Sacrifice for the Sins of his People, Isaiah 53. 7. The Lamb prefigured by Moses in the Passover, Exod 12. As the Blood of the Lamb sprinkled upon the Posts of the Door, saved the Israelites from the Plague of the Destroyer; crd vvb dt n1,, dt n1 r-crq dt n1 np1 vvd pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt np1, np1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvd dt np2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
115 so the Bloud of this Lamb, sprinkled by Faith on our Hearts, shall preserve us from Sin, so the Blood of this Lamb, sprinkled by Faith on our Hearts, shall preserve us from since, av dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
116 and all the Powers of Darkness. and all the Powers of Darkness. cc d dt n2 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
117 In a word, The Lamb that was Prefigured in all the other Lambs under the Law, That, in the Daily Offering, That, in the Trespass Offering, In a word, The Lamb that was Prefigured in all the other Lambs under the Law, That, in the Daily Offering, That, in the Trespass Offering, p-acp dt n1, dt n1 cst vbds vvd p-acp d dt j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1, cst, p-acp dt av-j vvg, cst, p-acp dt n1 vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
118 and That, in the Peace Offering, all of them, and all other Legal Sacrifices; the Truth, the Substance of them all, is in this Lamb. and That, in the Peace Offering, all of them, and all other Legal Sacrifices; the Truth, the Substance of them all, is in this Lamb. cc cst, p-acp dt n1 vvg, d pp-f pno32, cc d j-jn j n2; dt n1, dt n1 pp-f pno32 d, vbz p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
119 Which Lamb is our Passover, 1 Cor. 5. 7. We have no other Way or Means to make the Lord pass over the houses of our Souls, in the Day of his Wrath, Which Lamb is our Passover, 1 Cor. 5. 7. We have no other Way or Means to make the Lord pass over the houses of our Souls, in the Day of his Wrath, r-crq n1 vbz po12 np1, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vhb dx j-jn n1 cc n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
120 but by the observing of this Passover. but by the observing of this Passover. cc-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f d np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
121 He only is our Propitiation, 1 Joh. 2. 1. We have no other Sacrifice for Sin, no other Peace-Offering; He only is our Propitiation, 1 John 2. 1. We have no other Sacrifice for since, no other Peace-Offering; pns31 av-j vbz po12 n1, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vhb dx j-jn n1 p-acp n1, dx j-jn j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
122 our Reconciliation, our Atonement is only in his Bloud, who alone was perfectly Innocent, fit to Redeem Sinners, essentially Meek and Patient, fit to suffer for Trespasses; our Reconciliation, our Atonement is only in his Blood, who alone was perfectly Innocent, fit to redeem Sinners, essentially Meek and Patient, fit to suffer for Trespasses; po12 n1, po12 n1 vbz av-j p-acp po31 n1, r-crq av-j vbds av-j j-jn, j pc-acp vvi n2, av-j j cc j, j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
123 and so Dear to God, that he alone could prevail with him to turn his Wrath from us. and so Dear to God, that he alone could prevail with him to turn his Wrath from us. cc av j-jn p-acp np1, cst pns31 av-j vmd vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
124 And therefore leaving all other Sacrifices, we cleave only to him. And Therefore leaving all other Sacrifices, we cleave only to him. cc av vvg d j-jn n2, pns12 vvb av-j p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
125 All other Sacrifices had all their Virtue from him, the most sufficient Sacrifice in himself, being The Lamb of God. III. All other Sacrifices had all their Virtue from him, the most sufficient Sacrifice in himself, being The Lamb of God. III. av-d j-jn n2 vhd d po32 n1 p-acp pno31, dt av-ds j n1 p-acp px31, vbg dt n1 pp-f np1. np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
126 The Lamb of God? Are not all Lambs, you'll say, His, The Lambs of God? All the Beasts of the Forest are his, The Lamb of God? are not all Lambs, You'll say, His, The Lambs of God? All the Beasts of the Forest Are his, dt n1 pp-f np1? vbr xx d n2, pn22|vmb vvi, png31, dt n2 pp-f np1? av-d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr png31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
127 and so are the Cattel upon a Thousand Hills. and so Are the Cattle upon a Thousand Hills. cc av vbr dt n2 p-acp dt crd n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
128 Yes, But this by an Excellency, is God's Lamb, God's Lamb in a most peculiar and especial manner. Yes, But this by an Excellency, is God's Lamb, God's Lamb in a most peculiar and especial manner. uh, p-acp d p-acp dt n1, vbz npg1 n1, npg1 n1 p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
129 The others are God's Lambs for the Priest to sacrifice, this for God himself to sacrifice. The Others Are God's Lambs for the Priest to sacrifice, this for God himself to sacrifice. dt n2-jn vbr npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, d p-acp np1 px31 pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
130 Therefore, saith Ferus, is Christ called Agnus Dei, because God gave him. Therefore, Says Ferus, is christ called Agnus Dei, Because God gave him. av, vvz np1, vbz np1 vvn np1 fw-la, p-acp np1 vvd pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
131 So God loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, John 3. 16. Sacrifice and Offerings in Scripture are called theirs that presented them. So God loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, John 3. 16. Sacrifice and Offerings in Scripture Are called theirs that presented them. av np1 vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 j vvn n1, np1 crd crd n1 cc n2 p-acp n1 vbr vvn png32 cst vvd pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
132 The Firstlings of the Flock which Abel offered are called his Offering, Gen. 4. 9. And the Bullock which the People were to offer for their Sins, is by Moses called the Peoples Sin-Offering; The Firstlings of the Flock which Abel offered Are called his Offering, Gen. 4. 9. And the Bullock which the People were to offer for their Sins, is by Moses called the Peoples Sin-Offering; dt n2 pp-f dt vvb r-crq np1 vvn vbr vvn po31 vvg, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, vbz p-acp np1 vvn dt ng1 j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
133 and in this Sense Christ is called the Lamb of God; because God gave him, God offered him. and in this Sense christ is called the Lamb of God; Because God gave him, God offered him. cc p-acp d n1 np1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp np1 vvd pno31, np1 vvd pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
134 Christ being thus God's Sacrifice, Offered by himself, he is therefore called God's Lamb. See, Hear, and Admire then the wonderful Love of God. christ being thus God's Sacrifice, Offered by himself, he is Therefore called God's Lamb. See, Hear, and Admire then the wondered Love of God. np1 vbg av npg1 n1, vvn p-acp px31, pns31 vbz av vvn npg1 n1. n1, vvb, cc vvb av dt j n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
135 Was there no Ransom for the Sin of Lost Man, but only the offering the Son of God? Was not a Lamb sufficient, Was there no Ransom for the since of Lost Man, but only the offering the Son of God? Was not a Lamb sufficient, vbds a-acp dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1, cc-acp av-j dt vvg dt n1 pp-f np1? vbds xx dt n1 j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
136 but it must be the Lamb of God? And was there no other to offer him, but it must be the Lamb of God? And was there no other to offer him, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1? cc vbds a-acp dx j-jn pc-acp vvi pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
137 but God? the Father to sacrifice his only Son? Oh how great was God's Love to do so much for us! but God? the Father to sacrifice his only Son? O how great was God's Love to do so much for us! cc-acp np1? dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 j n1? uh q-crq j vbds npg1 n1 pc-acp vdi av av-d p-acp pno12! (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
138 How great our Sin to require so much to be done! How great our since to require so much to be done! q-crq j po12 n1 pc-acp vvi av av-d pc-acp vbi vdn! (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
139 The Sacrifices of Beasts were but for a time, neither were they sufficient of themselves, at any time, to make the Comers thereunto perfect, The Sacrifices of Beasts were but for a time, neither were they sufficient of themselves, At any time, to make the Comers thereunto perfect, dt n2 pp-f n2 vbdr cc-acp p-acp dt n1, av-dx vbdr pns32 j pp-f px32, p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 av j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
140 as pertaining to the Conscience, Heb. 9. 9. All their Virtue and Worth was from this Sacrifice of God's Lamb, which was Typified in theirs, the Substance of these shadows. as pertaining to the Conscience, Hebrew 9. 9. All their Virtue and Worth was from this Sacrifice of God's Lamb, which was Typified in theirs, the Substance of these shadows. c-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd av-d po32 n1 cc n1 vbds p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp png32, dt n1 pp-f d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
141 When their Time was fulfilled, God put a Period to those kinds of Burnt-Offerings and Sacrifices for Sin; When their Time was fulfilled, God put a Period to those Kinds of Burnt offerings and Sacrifices for since; c-crq po32 n1 vbds vvn, np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
142 Then his own Lamb comes to the Altar. His own Son hath a Body fitted, and comes to do his Father's Will; Then his own Lamb comes to the Altar. His own Son hath a Body fitted, and comes to do his Father's Will; av po31 d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1. po31 d n1 vhz dt n1 vvn, cc vvz pc-acp vdi po31 ng1 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
143 by which Will we are sanctified, through the Offering of the Body of Jesus Christ once for all, as the Apostle speaks. by which Will we Are sanctified, through the Offering of the Body of jesus christ once for all, as the Apostle speaks. p-acp r-crq vmb pns12 vbr vvn, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 a-acp p-acp d, c-acp dt n1 vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
144 And thus having dispatched all the Particulars I proposed to discourse of, give me leave to spend the remaining time in some useful Improvement of, And thus having dispatched all the Particulars I proposed to discourse of, give me leave to spend the remaining time in Some useful Improvement of, cc av vhg vvn d dt n2-j pns11 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 5
145 and Reflections on, the Text, the Time, and the Sacrament to which we are approaching, and whereto both Preacher and People ought chiefly to draw their Meditations. and Reflections on, the Text, the Time, and the Sacrament to which we Are approaching, and whereto both Preacher and People ought chiefly to draw their Meditations. cc n2 a-acp, dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvg, cc c-crq d n1 cc n1 vmd av-jn pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 5
146 And therefore I hope for pardon, if I imploy a considerable part of the time allotted, to this purpose. And Therefore I hope for pardon, if I employ a considerable part of the time allotted, to this purpose. cc av pns11 vvb p-acp n1, cs pns11 vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn, p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 5
147 Application. Application. n1. (5) part (DIV2) 17 Image 5
148 We have, lately, Celebrated three great and solemn Festivals, relating to our blessed Lord and Saviour, his Nativity, his Circumcision, and his Epiphany. We have, lately, Celebrated three great and solemn Festivals, relating to our blessed Lord and Saviour, his Nativity, his Circumcision, and his Epiphany. pns12 vhb, av-j, vvd crd j cc j n2, vvg p-acp po12 j-vvn n1 cc n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, cc po31 np1. (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
149 In the first, we remember his taking upon himself Humane Nature; In the second, his becoming obedient to the Law for Man; In the First, we Remember his taking upon himself Humane Nature; In the second, his becoming obedient to the Law for Man; p-acp dt ord, pns12 vvb po31 n-vvg p-acp px31 j n1; p-acp dt ord, po31 j-vvg j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
150 In the third, the manifestation of himself to be God. In the third, the manifestation of himself to be God. p-acp dt ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi np1. (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
151 The business of the Text, then, can be no unseasonable nor unprofitable Imployment, the beholding him, who has been so lately exposed to view, especially on a Day, The business of the Text, then, can be no unseasonable nor unprofitable Employment, the beholding him, who has been so lately exposed to view, especially on a Day, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av, vmb vbi dx j ccx j n1, dt vvg pno31, r-crq vhz vbn av av-j vvn pc-acp vvi, av-j p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
152 when the very Sacrament of his Body and Bloud (those Sacred Pledges of his Love) are exposed on his Altar; when the very Sacrament of his Body and Blood (those Sacred Pledges of his Love) Are exposed on his Altar; c-crq dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 (d j n2 pp-f po31 n1) vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1; (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
153 and to what end this Son of God was manifested, we learn from St. John, namely, to destroy the Works of the Devil. and to what end this Son of God was manifested, we Learn from Saint John, namely, to destroy the Works of the devil. cc p-acp r-crq n1 d n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn, pns12 vvb p-acp n1 np1, av, p-acp vvb dt vvz pp-f dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
154 He was born, that we might be New-born. He was Circumcised in the Flesh, that we might be Circumcised in Heart and Spirit. He was born, that we might be Newborn. He was Circumcised in the Flesh, that we might be Circumcised in Heart and Spirit. pns31 vbds vvn, cst pns12 vmd vbi j. pns31 vbds j-vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmd vbi j-vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
155 And he was manifested to the Gentiles, that their Posterity (of whom we are part) like the Wise men, might throughout all Ages, Worship and Adore him, with all due respect and humility both of Body and Soul; And he was manifested to the Gentiles, that their Posterity (of whom we Are part) like the Wise men, might throughout all Ages, Worship and Adore him, with all due respect and humility both of Body and Soul; cc pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2-j, cst po32 n1 (pp-f ro-crq pns12 vbr n1) av-j dt j n2, vmd p-acp d n2, n1 cc vvi pno31, p-acp d j-jn n1 cc n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1; (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
156 nay, I might add likewise, with their Estates too: nay, I might add likewise, with their Estates too: uh, pns11 vmd vvi av, p-acp po32 n2 av: (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
157 for otherwise we shall be very deficient in imitating their pious Example, for they did (during his low estate of Humiliation, for otherwise we shall be very deficient in imitating their pious Exampl, for they did (during his low estate of Humiliation, c-acp av pns12 vmb vbi av j p-acp vvg po32 j n1, c-acp pns32 vdd (p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f n1, (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
158 even to a Stable and Manger) pay him Tribute, not only from their Souls, even to a Stable and Manger) pay him Tribute, not only from their Souls, av p-acp dt j cc n1) vvb pno31 n1, xx av-j p-acp po32 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
159 but from their Bodies also, for they fell down and worshipped him (a Respect which many of us too often grutch him now he is in his highest Exaltation;) and not only thus paying him Tribute from their Bodies, but from their Bodies also, for they fell down and worshipped him (a Respect which many of us too often grutch him now he is in his highest Exaltation;) and not only thus paying him Tribute from their Bodies, cc-acp p-acp po32 n2 av, c-acp pns32 vvd a-acp cc vvd pno31 (dt n1 r-crq d pp-f pno12 av av vvi pno31 av pns31 vbz p-acp po31 js n1;) cc xx av-j av vvg pno31 n1 p-acp po32 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
160 but from their Estates, Worshipping him with Gifts and Oblations, offering him Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh. but from their Estates, Worshipping him with Gifts and Oblations, offering him Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh. cc-acp p-acp po32 n2, vvg pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2, vvg pno31 n1, n1, cc n1. (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
161 Which may serve as a sufficient Justification of our Churches Practice, in requiring the Offertory to be a constant Companion of the Holy Communion (yea, Which may serve as a sufficient Justification of our Churches Practice, in requiring the Offertory to be a constant Companion of the Holy Communion (yea, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 vvi, p-acp vvg dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 (uh, (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
162 and that too a very significant part of the Office) and also a sufficient ground of Reproof to all those, that shall presume to neglect so Laudable and Edifying a Practice; and that too a very significant part of the Office) and also a sufficient ground of Reproof to all those, that shall presume to neglect so Laudable and Edifying a Practice; cc cst av dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1) cc av dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d d, cst vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av j cc j-vvg dt n1; (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
163 an Imposition unexceptionable, and reasonable to be performed by the Poor as well as the Rich, an Imposition unexceptionable, and reasonable to be performed by the Poor as well as the Rich, dt n1 j, cc j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j c-acp av c-acp dt j, (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
164 since the poor Widows Mite is Recorded in Scripture to be as acceptable to God, as the rich man's Abundance, cast into the Treasury. since the poor Widows Mite is Recorded in Scripture to be as acceptable to God, as the rich Man's Abundance, cast into the Treasury. c-acp dt j ng1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi a-acp j p-acp np1, c-acp dt j ng1 n1, vvn p-acp dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 18 Image 5
165 But to return to our glorious Spectacle, whether we view him in the Inn, in the Arms of his Mother, But to return to our glorious Spectacle, whither we view him in the Inn, in the Arms of his Mother, p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 j n1, cs pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 19 Image 5
166 or in the Temple, bleeding under the Hand and Knife of the Priest, or lastly, receiving Divine Worship from Kings who came to Adore him; or in the Temple, bleeding under the Hand and Knife of the Priest, or lastly, receiving Divine Worship from Kings who Come to Adore him; cc p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc ord, vvg j-jn n1 p-acp n2 r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi pno31; (5) part (DIV2) 19 Image 5
167 we have before our eyes a Pattern of the greatest Love, Purity, and Condescension; we have before our eyes a Pattern of the greatest Love, Purity, and Condescension; pns12 vhb p-acp po12 n2 dt n1 pp-f dt js n1, n1, cc n1; (5) part (DIV2) 19 Image 5
168 indeed the Grand Exemplar of all Vertue, more especially of those Vertues, which have been the subject of the Discourse, Innocency, and Meekness. indeed the Grand Exemplar of all Virtue, more especially of those Virtues, which have been the Subject of the Discourse, Innocency, and Meekness. av dt j n1 pp-f d n1, av-dc av-j pp-f d n2, r-crq vhb vbn dt n-jn pp-f dt n1, n1, cc n1. (5) part (DIV2) 19 Image 5
169 Certain it is, that if we could but take a full and perfect view of this Prospect (of all the most lovely) it would have some blessed Effects on us, in Transforming us into his Likeness, in making of us (at least in some small measure and degree) Pure as he is Pure, Innocent as he is Innocent, Meek as he is Meek. Certain it is, that if we could but take a full and perfect view of this Prospect (of all the most lovely) it would have Some blessed Effects on us, in Transforming us into his Likeness, in making of us (At least in Some small measure and degree) Pure as he is Pure, Innocent as he is Innocent, Meek as he is Meek. j pn31 vbz, cst cs pns12 vmd cc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1 (pp-f d dt av-ds j) pn31 vmd vhi d j-vvn n2 p-acp pno12, p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg pp-f pno12 (p-acp ds p-acp d j n1 cc n1) j p-acp pns31 vbz j, j-jn c-acp pns31 vbz j-jn, j c-acp pns31 vbz j. (5) part (DIV2) 19 Image 5
170 Were we but Obedient and Faithful to our God, to our Church, to our own Souls, in frequenting the House of God (on these solemn Occasions) but with honest Hearts, Were we but Obedient and Faithful to our God, to our Church, to our own Souls, in frequenting the House of God (on these solemn Occasions) but with honest Hearts, np1 pns12 p-acp j cc j p-acp po12 n1, p-acp po12 n1, p-acp po12 d n2, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 (p-acp d j n2) cc-acp p-acp j n2, (5) part (DIV2) 19 Image 5
171 and good Meaning, viewing him in his service, viewing him in his Sacraments (by Faith) we should never want some comfortable Issue of our Indeavours, we should not be so unsuccessful (as we are) in the Reformation of our Lives, and good Meaning, viewing him in his service, viewing him in his Sacraments (by Faith) we should never want Some comfortable Issue of our Endeavours, we should not be so unsuccessful (as we Are) in the Reformation of our Lives, cc j vvg, vvg pno31 p-acp po31 n1, vvg pno31 p-acp po31 n2 (p-acp n1) pns12 vmd av-x vvi d j n1 pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vmd xx vbi av j (c-acp pns12 vbr) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 19 Image 5
172 and the Conforming of them to the Life of Christ, the Innocent, Meek, and blessed Jesus. and the Conforming of them to the Life of christ, the Innocent, Meek, and blessed jesus. cc dt vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j-jn, j, cc j-vvn np1. (5) part (DIV2) 19 Image 5
173 To do this (and we can do nothing of greater importance) should be the subject of all our Resolutions, (it hath been no holy nor happy Christmass, To do this (and we can do nothing of greater importance) should be the Subject of all our Resolutions, (it hath been no holy nor happy Christmass, pc-acp vdi d (cc pns12 vmb vdi pix pp-f jc n1) vmd vbi dt n-jn pp-f d po12 n2, (pn31 vhz vbn dx j ccx j np1, (5) part (DIV2) 19 Image 5
174 if it hath not prevailed with us to resolve to be better men:) But such a Resolution doth most particularly concern us, who are now approaching to God's Altar. if it hath not prevailed with us to resolve to be better men:) But such a Resolution does most particularly concern us, who Are now approaching to God's Altar. cs pn31 vhz xx vvn p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi jc n2:) cc-acp d dt n1 vdz ds av-j vvi pno12, r-crq vbr av vvg p-acp npg1 n1. (5) part (DIV2) 19 Image 5
175 Brethren, we can put no tricks upon the Almighty, who searcheth, and seeth, the Heart as we see Faces. Brothers, we can put no tricks upon the Almighty, who Searches, and sees, the Heart as we see Faces. n2, pns12 vmb vvi dx n2 p-acp dt j-jn, r-crq vvz, cc vvz, dt n1 c-acp pns12 vvb n2. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
176 It is not our demure Looks, nor our outward humble Postures, or most solemn Prostrations, that can render us acceptable. It is not our demure Looks, nor our outward humble Postures, or most solemn Prostrations, that can render us acceptable. pn31 vbz xx po12 j vvz, ccx po12 j j n2, cc av-ds j n2, cst vmb vvi pno12 j. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
177 Guests, and unite us to our Saviour; Guests, and unite us to our Saviour; n2, cc vvb pno12 p-acp po12 n1; (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
178 but a lively Faith, firm Hope, a fervent Charity, and sincere Resolutions of new Obedience, especially in reference to those matters, wherein we have most notoriously displeased God, and defiled our own Consciences. but a lively Faith, firm Hope, a fervent Charity, and sincere Resolutions of new obedience, especially in Referente to those matters, wherein we have most notoriously displeased God, and defiled our own Consciences. cc-acp dt j n1, j n1, dt j n1, cc j n2 pp-f j n1, av-j p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, c-crq pns12 vhb av-ds av-j vvn np1, cc vvn po12 d n2. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
179 The Exercise of these things in sincerity, though not in Perfection ▪ are Essentially necessary to secure unto us the Pardon of our Sins, The Exercise of these things in sincerity, though not in Perfection ▪ Are Essentially necessary to secure unto us the Pardon of our Sins, dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp n1, cs xx p-acp n1 ▪ vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
180 and a Title to the Kingdom of Heaven. Which as it is the main design of all our receptions of the Lords Supper, and a Title to the Kingdom of Heaven. Which as it is the main Design of all our receptions of the lords Supper, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. r-crq c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d po12 n2 pp-f dt n2 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
181 so should it be more especially our business, when we perform this Duty at great and solemn Festivals, so should it be more especially our business, when we perform this Duty At great and solemn Festivals, av vmd pn31 vbb av-dc av-j po12 n1, c-crq pns12 vvb d n1 p-acp j cc j n2, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
182 and so extraordinary a Time, when the very newness of the Year will powerfully invite us to newness of Life. and so extraordinary a Time, when the very newness of the Year will powerfully invite us to newness of Life. cc av j dt n1, c-crq dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb av-j vvi pno12 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
183 Such as are perfectly deaf to this Call, and can resist all the Invitations we have, from the very Time and Custom, to amend our ways, are not likely to make it much the business of their Thoughts for the remaining part of the Year. Such as Are perfectly deaf to this Call, and can resist all the Invitations we have, from the very Time and Custom, to amend our ways, Are not likely to make it much the business of their Thoughts for the remaining part of the Year. d c-acp vbr av-j j p-acp d vvb, cc vmb vvi d dt n2 pns12 vhb, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2, vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pn31 d dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
184 To begin well does not absolutely necessitate a good Conclusion, but certainly is a considerable step towards the same, otherwise it would never have been familiarized into a Proverb, What's well begun, is half ended. To begin well does not absolutely necessitate a good Conclusion, but Certainly is a considerable step towards the same, otherwise it would never have been familiarized into a Proverb, What's well begun, is half ended. p-acp vvi av vdz xx av-j n1 dt j n1, cc-acp av-j vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt d, av pn31 vmd av-x vhi vbn vvd p-acp dt n1, q-crq|vbz av vvn, vbz av-jn vvn. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
185 Let us all then, I beseech you, in the name of God, take care how we enter upon the New-year without newness of Life, Let us all then, I beseech you, in the name of God, take care how we enter upon the New-year without newness of Life, vvb pno12 d av, pns11 vvb pn22, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb n1 c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
186 after having received so many Mercies, and committed so many Sins the Year past. After having received so many mercies, and committed so many Sins the Year past. c-acp vhg vvn av d n2, cc vvd av d n2 dt n1 j. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
187 Among those Gifts which Custom doth oblige us to bestow, let us, in the first place give our Hearts unto God. Among those Gifts which Custom does oblige us to bestow, let us, in the First place give our Hearts unto God. p-acp d n2 r-crq n1 vdz vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno12, p-acp dt ord n1 vvb po12 n2 p-acp np1. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
188 Let the Glutton and Drunkard renounce his sottish Intemperance: Let the common Swearer renounce his inexcusable sin of Profanation of God's Name: Let the Glutton and Drunkard renounce his sottish Intemperance: Let the Common Swearer renounce his inexcusable since of Profanation of God's Name: vvb dt n1 cc n1 vvb po31 j n1: vvb dt j n1 vvi po31 j n1 pp-f n1 pp-f npg1 n1: (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
189 Let the Malicious renounce his Malice and Revenge: Let the Proud and Imperious renounce his Haughtiness of Mind: Let the Malicious renounce his Malice and Revenge: Let the Proud and Imperious renounce his Haughtiness of Mind: vvb dt j vvi po31 n1 cc n1: vvb dt j cc j vvi po31 n1 pp-f n1: (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
190 Let the wretched Miser renounce his Avarice, and oppression of his Brother: Let the Furious and wrathful renounce his Anger and Impatience: Let the wretched Miser renounce his Avarice, and oppression of his Brother: Let the Furious and wrathful renounce his Anger and Impatience: vvb dt j n1 vvi po31 n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1: vvb dt j cc j vvi po31 n1 cc n1: (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
191 And lastly, let the stupid Sluggard (I mean chiefly in reference to Religion) forsake his Sloth, And lastly, let the stupid Sluggard (I mean chiefly in Referente to Religion) forsake his Sloth, cc ord, vvb dt j n1 (pns11 vvb av-jn p-acp n1 p-acp n1) vvb po31 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
192 and carelessness of his precious and immortal Soul. Let every Sinner renounce his most beloved sin, and carelessness of his precious and immortal Soul. Let every Sinner renounce his most Beloved since, cc n1 pp-f po31 j cc j n1 vvb d n1 vvi po31 av-ds j-vvn n1, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
193 and seasonably discharge himself of that Burthen, which may chance (as light as he makes it) to press him, before another Anniversary, into Hell. and seasonably discharge himself of that Burden, which may chance (as Light as he makes it) to press him, before Another Anniversary, into Hell. cc av-j vvi px31 pp-f d n1, r-crq vmb vvi (c-acp j c-acp pns31 vvz pn31) pc-acp vvi pno31, c-acp j-jn n1, p-acp n1. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
194 We are all yet (God be praised) alive, and have our Day of Salvation continued to us, We Are all yet (God be praised) alive, and have our Day of Salvation continued to us, pns12 vbr d av (np1 vbb vvn) j, cc vhb po12 n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno12, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
195 and are capable to lay hold on Eternal Life. and Are capable to lay hold on Eternal Life. cc vbr j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp j n1. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
196 Our merciful and gracious God hath carried us, thus far, through the dangers of Body and Soul, wherewith we have been, from our Cradles, incompassed. Our merciful and gracious God hath carried us, thus Far, through the dangers of Body and Soul, wherewith we have been, from our Cradles, encompassed. po12 j cc j np1 vhz vvn pno12, av av-j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq pns12 vhb vbn, p-acp po12 n2, vvn. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
197 But that we should (all here present, every individual Person) live to see another Year, But that we should (all Here present, every Individu Person) live to see Another Year, p-acp cst pns12 vmd (av-d av j, d j-jn n1) vvb pc-acp vvi j-jn n1, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
198 and to enjoy the blessed opportunity (which I fear too many of us will wilfully reject) of Feasting on our Saviour's Body and Bloud, in this very place, is hardly possible to conceive. and to enjoy the blessed opportunity (which I Fear too many of us will wilfully reject) of Feasting on our Saviour's Body and Blood, in this very place, is hardly possible to conceive. cc pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1 (r-crq pns11 vvb av d pp-f pno12 n1 av-j vvi) pp-f vvg p-acp po12 ng1 n1 cc n1, p-acp d j n1, vbz av j pc-acp vvi. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
199 It is highly probable, that sundry of our Friends and Acquaintance, who did, with as much confidence, It is highly probable, that sundry of our Friends and Acquaintance, who did, with as much confidence, pn31 vbz av-j j, cst j pp-f po12 n2 cc n1, r-crq vdd, p-acp c-acp d n1, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
200 as we do at present, promise themselves long life a year ago, are now mouldred into Durst, as we do At present, promise themselves long life a year ago, Are now mouldered into Durst, c-acp pns12 vdb p-acp vvi, vvb px32 av-j n1 dt n1 av, vbr av j-vvn p-acp np1, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
201 and gone before us into the Land of Darkness, where they inherit, as the Wise man speaks (as to the state of the Body) nothing but Worms and creeping things. and gone before us into the Land of Darkness, where they inherit, as the Wise man speaks (as to the state of the Body) nothing but Worms and creeping things. cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vvb, c-acp dt j n1 vvz (c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) pix p-acp n2 cc j-vvg n2. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
202 And that we should think our selves more immortal than those that have gone before us, is contrary to all Reason as well as daily Experience. And that we should think our selves more immortal than those that have gone before us, is contrary to all Reason as well as daily Experience. cc cst pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 av-dc j cs d cst vhb vvn p-acp pno12, vbz j-jn p-acp d n1 c-acp av c-acp j n1. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
203 Certain it is, that it would become us, (the best of us) if we consider our selves but as men indued with Common Sense, to take a little more care of our future state, Certain it is, that it would become us, (the best of us) if we Consider our selves but as men endued with Common Sense, to take a little more care of our future state, j pn31 vbz, cst pn31 vmd vvi pno12, (dt js pp-f pno12) cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp p-acp n2 vvn p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi dt j dc n1 pp-f po12 j-jn n1, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
204 and how we do launch forth, unprepared, into the Ocean of Eternity, and descend into the Grave, out of which there is no Redemption. and how we do launch forth, unprepared, into the Ocean of Eternity, and descend into the Grave, out of which there is no Redemption. cc c-crq pns12 vdb vvi av, j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi p-acp dt j, av pp-f r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
205 Upon these, and the like Considerations, methinks we should (without any more ado) all resolve, Upon these, and the like Considerations, methinks we should (without any more ado) all resolve, p-acp d, cc dt j n2, vvz pns12 vmd (p-acp d dc n1) d vvb, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
206 for the remainder of our days, to be as constant Guests at our Lord's Table, as he requires, and our Duty obligeth us to; for the remainder of our days, to be as constant Guests At our Lord's Table, as he requires, and our Duty obliges us to; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vbi a-acp j n2 p-acp po12 ng1 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz, cc po12 n1 vvz pno12 p-acp; (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
207 and in particular, none should dare let slip the present Call we have, from the very Season, to a Heavenly Banquet, where we may have Communion with the God of Heaven, Converse with the Holy Angels, and in particular, none should Dare let slip the present Call we have, from the very Season, to a Heavenly Banquet, where we may have Communion with the God of Heaven, Converse with the Holy Angels, cc p-acp j, pix vmd vvi vvb vvi dt n1 vvb pns12 vhb, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp dt j n2, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
208 and Feast on the Son of God, and thereby be made partakers of those inestimable benefits Christ purchased for us, by his bitter and bloudy Death and Passion, and Feast on the Son of God, and thereby be made partakers of those inestimable benefits christ purchased for us, by his bitter and bloody Death and Passion, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vbi vvn n2 pp-f d j n2 np1 vvd p-acp pno12, p-acp po31 j cc j n1 cc n1, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
209 namely, pardon of Sins, sanctifying Grace, and a Title to the Kingdom of Heaven. Here, here is the best NONLATINALPHABET and truest Trial, not only of our growth in Grace, namely, pardon of Sins, sanctifying Grace, and a Title to the Kingdom of Heaven. Here, Here is the best and Truest Trial, not only of our growth in Grace, av, n1 pp-f n2, vvg n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. av, av vbz dt js cc js n1, xx av-j pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Image 5
210 but of our sincerity in Religion; but of our sincerity in Religion; cc-acp pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1; (5) part (DIV2) 21 Image 5
211 I mean, how we stand affected to the holy Sacrament of Christs pretious Body and Bloud. I mean, how we stand affected to the holy Sacrament of Christ precious Body and Blood. pns11 vvb, c-crq pns12 vvb vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 cc n1. (5) part (DIV2) 21 Image 5
212 If we make that, which, if rightly performed, is, the most Essential part of God's Service, a Ceremony to be done, If we make that, which, if rightly performed, is, the most Essential part of God's Service, a Ceremony to be done, cs pns12 vvb cst, r-crq, cs av-jn vvn, vbz, dt av-ds j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, dt n1 pc-acp vbi vdn, (5) part (DIV2) 21 Image 5
213 when we have little, or nothing else to do, and can contentedly, without just or lawful Impediment, absent our selves from God's House, when we have little, or nothing Else to do, and can contentedly, without just or lawful Impediment, absent our selves from God's House, c-crq pns12 vhb j, cc pix av pc-acp vdi, cc vmb n1, p-acp j cc j n1, vvb po12 n2 p-acp npg1 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 21 Image 5
214 even at the most solemn times of Celebration, or can boldly, without scruple, turn our backs on the Lord's Table (a higher Act of profane Contempt than the former) when we see it ready furnished, even At the most solemn times of Celebration, or can boldly, without scruple, turn our backs on the Lord's Table (a higher Act of profane Contempt than the former) when we see it ready furnished, av p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1, cc vmb av-j, p-acp n1, vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1 (dt jc n1 pp-f j n1 cs dt j) c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 av-j vvn, (5) part (DIV2) 21 Image 5
215 and hear our Dear Lord and Saviour summoning us, by his Ministers, and inviting us to Sup with him, in order to our being Everlastingly happy, we are either grosly ignorant, stupendiously negligent, or egregiously profane. and hear our Dear Lord and Saviour summoning us, by his Ministers, and inviting us to Sup with him, in order to our being Everlastingly happy, we Are either grossly ignorant, stupendously negligent, or egregiously profane. cc vvb po12 j-jn n1 cc np1 vvg pno12, p-acp po31 n2, cc vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1 av-j j, pns12 vbr av-d av-j j, av-j j, cc av-j j. (5) part (DIV2) 21 Image 5
216 To produce in our Souls an earnest longing to be united to our Dear Lord and Saviour by Faith, Hope, and Charity; To produce in our Souls an earnest longing to be united to our Dear Lord and Saviour by Faith, Hope, and Charity; pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, vvb, cc n1; (5) part (DIV2) 22 Image 5
217 and to receive these Pledges of his Love, in these holy Mysteries, is the main End, both of our Prayers and Sermons. and to receive these Pledges of his Love, in these holy Mysteres, is the main End, both of our Prayers and Sermons. cc pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d j n2, vbz dt n1 vvb, d pp-f po12 n2 cc n2. (5) part (DIV2) 22 Image 5
218 And therefore to dote so much on a Sermon, as to justle out the Sacrament, the highest Office of Christian Religion, is a most Preposterous way of Devotion, And Therefore to dote so much on a Sermon, as to justle out the Sacrament, the highest Office of Christian Religion, is a most Preposterous Way of Devotion, cc av pc-acp vvi av av-d p-acp dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi av dt n1, dt js n1 pp-f np1 n1, vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n1, (5) part (DIV2) 22 Image 5
219 and a Piece of Anti-Christianism, rather than Christianity; and a Piece of Antichristianism, rather than Christianity; cc dt n1 pp-f j, av-c cs np1; (5) part (DIV2) 22 Image 5
220 for the chief design of Sermons is to fit, and prepare for this Sacrament, without doing whereof no Sermon can be prevalent and effectual to a holy life, which made a great and holy Writer of our own Country declare in his Works, That he knew not what those Sermons did signifie, that did no ways dispose towards the Reception of the blessed Eucharist, which cannot be denied to be the most undoubted Instrument, for the chief Design of Sermons is to fit, and prepare for this Sacrament, without doing whereof no Sermon can be prevalent and effectual to a holy life, which made a great and holy Writer of our own Country declare in his Works, That he knew not what those Sermons did signify, that did no ways dispose towards the Reception of the blessed Eucharist, which cannot be denied to be the most undoubted Instrument, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 vbz pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp d n1, p-acp vdg c-crq dx n1 vmb vbi j cc j p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vvd dt j cc j n1 pp-f po12 d n1 vvb p-acp po31 vvz, cst pns31 vvd xx r-crq d n2 vdd vvi, cst vdd dx n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt av-ds j n1, (5) part (DIV2) 22 Image 5
221 and best means to convey Grace to: and promote Vertue in, a Christian Soul. and best means to convey Grace to: and promote Virtue in, a Christian Soul. cc js n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp: cc vvd n1 p-acp, dt njp n1 (5) part (DIV2) 22 Image 5
222 This caused the Church of England too (we may conceive) to keep her ground in the Reformation, in retaining part of her Communion Service, on all Sundays and Holy-days, This caused the Church of England too (we may conceive) to keep her ground in the Reformation, in retaining part of her Communion Service, on all Sundays and Holy-days, d vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 av (pns12 vmb vvi) pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1 n1, p-acp d np2 cc n2, (5) part (DIV2) 23 Image 5
223 even when there is no Celebration; even when there is no Celebration; av c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1; (5) part (DIV2) 23 Image 5
224 Proclaiming that she is always ready to give it (as a worthy Church-man notes) whensoever any People shall be so Religiously disposed as to desire it: Proclaiming that she is always ready to give it (as a worthy Churchman notes) whensoever any People shall be so Religiously disposed as to desire it: vvg cst pns31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi pn31 (c-acp dt j n1 n2) c-crq d n1 vmb vbi av av-j vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31: (5) part (DIV2) 23 Image 5
225 nay, absolutely enjoyning it, in all those solemn places, (whether Collegiate Churches, or Colledges) where she was assured of an Assembly of Priests and Deacons, from whom she might justly expect more constant attendance, and higher Devotion: nay, absolutely enjoining it, in all those solemn places, (whither Collegiate Churches, or Colleges) where she was assured of an Assembly of Priests and Deacons, from whom she might justly expect more constant attendance, and higher Devotion: uh-x, av-j vvg pn31, p-acp d d j n2, (cs n1 n2, cc n2) c-crq pns31 vbds vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmd av-j vvi av-dc j n1, cc jc n1: (5) part (DIV2) 23 Image 5
226 taking care, that when she rejected the Corruptions, Superstitions, and Idolatries of the Mass, she might pay as much respect, taking care, that when she rejected the Corruptions, Superstitions, and Idolatries of the Mass, she might pay as much respect, vvg n1, cst c-crq pns31 vvd dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, (5) part (DIV2) 23 Image 5
227 as a degenerate, and indevout Age would bear, unto the Communion; no where condemning the Daily Celebration heretofore practised, or yet retained in any Christian Church, as a degenerate, and indevout Age would bear, unto the Communion; no where condemning the Daily Celebration heretofore practised, or yet retained in any Christian Church, c-acp dt j, cc j n1 vmd vvi, p-acp dt n1; dx n1 vvg dt av-j n1 av vvn, cc av vvd p-acp d njp n1, (5) part (DIV2) 23 Image 5
228 but the solitary Communion of the Popish Priests, and their way of Offering up Christ daily, but the solitary Communion of the Popish Priests, and their Way of Offering up christ daily, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2, cc po32 n1 pp-f vvg a-acp np1 av-j, (5) part (DIV2) 23 Image 5
229 as a Sacrifice for the Living and the Dead; (neither of which can be termed a Communion.) For a private Mass, as a Sacrifice for the Living and the Dead; (neither of which can be termed a Communion.) For a private Mass, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg cc dt j; (av-d pp-f r-crq vmb vbi vvn dt n1.) p-acp dt j n1, (5) part (DIV2) 23 Image 5
230 when no one Communicates with the Priest (or when there doth, if the People are deprived of the Cup) can neither in Logick, or Grammar, deserve the name. when no one Communicates with the Priest (or when there does, if the People Are deprived of the Cup) can neither in Logic, or Grammar, deserve the name. c-crq dx crd n2 p-acp dt n1 (cc r-crq a-acp vdz, cs dt n1 vbr vvn pp-f dt n1) vmb d p-acp n1, cc n1, vvb dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 23 Image 5
231 The Church of England would by no means descend so low, as the Church of Rome doth, in her expectation from the Laity, (that Church requiring Lay-men to receive absolutely, The Church of England would by no means descend so low, as the Church of Room does, in her expectation from the Laity, (that Church requiring Laymen to receive absolutely, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd p-acp dx n2 vvi av j, c-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb vdz, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt np1, (cst n1 vvg n2 pc-acp vvi av-j, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Image 5
232 but once in the Year, under Penalty) but imposeth on every one of the People, in the most busie Circumstances, but once in the Year, under Penalty) but Imposes on every one of the People, in the most busy circumstances, cc-acp a-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1) cc-acp vvz p-acp d crd pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt av-ds j n2, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Image 5
233 and in the most inconsiderable Parish or Chaplery, where there be fewest Communions, an Obligation to receive at least three times in the Year, looking on it (as certainly it is) an intolerable Relaxation to let People go lower. and in the most inconsiderable Parish or Chaplery, where there be fewest Communions, an Obligation to receive At least three times in the Year, looking on it (as Certainly it is) an intolerable Relaxation to let People go lower. cc p-acp dt av-ds j n1 cc n1, c-crq pc-acp vbi ds n2, dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp ds crd n2 p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp pn31 (c-acp av-j pn31 vbz) dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 vvi jc. (5) part (DIV2) 24 Image 5
234 Which yet, it is to be feared, is, as high, or higher than many of us go, who live nigh a Cathedral, where there are Celebrations Monthly, Which yet, it is to be feared, is, as high, or higher than many of us go, who live High a Cathedral, where there Are Celebrations Monthly, r-crq av, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, vbz, c-acp j, cc jc cs d pp-f pno12 vvi, r-crq vvb av-j dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vbr n2 j, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Image 5
235 and cannot be denied Weekly, if any reasonable Number of devout People did heartily desire that great Priviledge that the Church allows them. and cannot be denied Weekly, if any reasonable Number of devout People did heartily desire that great Privilege that the Church allows them. cc vmbx vbi vvn av-j, cs d j n1 pp-f j n1 vdd av-j vvi d j n1 cst dt n1 vvz pno32. (5) part (DIV2) 24 Image 5
236 Which, rightly considered, is the greatest Benefit and Happiness of a Son of the Church of England; as it is one of the greatest Honours and Ornaments of our Common-Prayer-Book, that there is a Rubrick or Rule, which supposeth a Priest weekly Officiating at the Altar. Which, rightly considered, is the greatest Benefit and Happiness of a Son of the Church of England; as it is one of the greatest Honours and Ornament of our Common prayer book, that there is a Rubric or Rule, which Supposeth a Priest weekly Officiating At the Altar. r-crq, av-jn vvn, vbz dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt js ng1 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 av-j j-vvg p-acp dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 24 Image 5
237 There is not among us a more undeniable Relique or Remainder of Popery (which may be truly so termed) than the notorious and scandalous contempt of the Communion. There is not among us a more undeniable Relic or Remainder of Popery (which may be truly so termed) than the notorious and scandalous contempt of the Communion. pc-acp vbz xx p-acp pno12 dt av-dc j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 (r-crq vmb vbi av-j av vvn) cs dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 25 Image 5
238 This was (I well remember) declared in one of our first Synods of the Clergy, by our Diocesan after the Restoration. This was (I well Remember) declared in one of our First Synods of the Clergy, by our Diocesan After the Restoration. d vbds (pns11 av vvb) vvd p-acp crd pp-f po12 ord n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 25 Image 5
239 No Church in the Christian world, pretends more, and shews less respect to, the Communion, No Church in the Christian world, pretends more, and shows less respect to, the Communion, dx n1 p-acp dt njp n1, vvz av-dc, cc vvz dc n1 p-acp, dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Image 5
240 than the Church of Rome; most of their Tokens of Respect being the highest Dishonour and disgrace that was ever cast upon the Son of God, than the Church of Room; most of their Tokens of Respect being the highest Dishonour and disgrace that was ever cast upon the Son of God, cs dt n1 pp-f vvb; av-ds pp-f po32 n2 pp-f n1 vbg dt js vvi cc vvi cst vbds av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Image 5
241 and his holy Sacrament of his precious Body and Bloud. and his holy Sacrament of his precious Body and Blood. cc po31 j n1 pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1. (5) part (DIV2) 25 Image 5
242 This sad Contempt of the chiefest means that ever Christ instituted for the support of Religion, (which loss of ground in the Church of God, gave the greatest Wound that ever was given unto Piety) hath been fairly, This sad Contempt of the chiefest means that ever christ instituted for the support of Religion, (which loss of ground in the Church of God, gave the greatest Wound that ever was given unto Piety) hath been fairly, d j n1 pp-f dt js-jn n2 cst av np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (r-crq n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd dt js n1 cst av vbds vvn p-acp n1) vhz vbn av-j, (5) part (DIV2) 26 Image 5
243 or rather foully, Copied by the Separatists from the Church of England; insomuch, that we may term seldom Communicating to be a piece of Fanaticism as well as Popery, the holy Eucharist being never so disgracefully Rejected, or rather foully, Copied by the Separatists from the Church of England; insomuch, that we may term seldom Communicating to be a piece of Fanaticism as well as Popery, the holy Eucharist being never so disgracefully Rejected, cc av-c av-j, vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; av, cst pns12 vmb vvi av vvg pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av c-acp n1, dt j n1 vbg av av av-j vvd, (5) part (DIV2) 26 Image 5
244 and vilely Trampled on, as in the Times of Schism and Rebellion, when those who shewed great Zeal for Sermons, (in many places daily) were contented without a Sacrament Yearly: and vilely Trampled on, as in the Times of Schism and Rebellion, when those who showed great Zeal for Sermons, (in many places daily) were contented without a Sacrament Yearly: cc av-j vvn a-acp, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq d r-crq vvd j n1 p-acp n2, (p-acp d n2 av-j) vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 av-j: (5) part (DIV2) 26 Image 5
245 nay, those that would have three or four Sermons on a Sunday, did not once, in some places, Celebrate the Lord's Supper in three or four Years; nay, those that would have three or four Sermons on a Sunday, did not once, in Some places, Celebrate the Lord's Supper in three or four years; uh-x, d cst vmd vhi crd cc crd n2 p-acp dt np1, vdd xx a-acp, p-acp d n2, vvi dt ng1 n1 p-acp crd cc crd n2; (5) part (DIV2) 26 Image 5
246 no, (I dare affirm, and I know what I say) in thirteen or fourteen years together. A blessed Reformation! no, (I Dare affirm, and I know what I say) in thirteen or fourteen Years together. A blessed Reformation! uh-dx, (pns11 vvb vvi, cc pns11 vvb r-crq pns11 vvb) p-acp crd cc crd n2 av. dt j-vvn n1! (5) part (DIV2) 26 Image 5
247 So egregious and lamentable a Contempt of Christ's Death, and the last Commands of a dying Saviour, Do this in Remembrance of me, as we see our Adversaries, on both hands, do concur in, should create a holy Indignation in us, who in some things are forward enough to have a kind of Antipathy against them, So egregious and lamentable a Contempt of Christ's Death, and the last Commands of a dying Saviour, Do this in Remembrance of me, as we see our Adversaries, on both hands, do concur in, should create a holy Indignation in us, who in Some things Are forward enough to have a kind of Antipathy against them, av j cc j dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt ord vvz pp-f dt j-vvg n1, vdb d p-acp n1 pp-f pno11, c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2, p-acp d n2, vdb vvi p-acp, vmd vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq p-acp d n2 vbr av-j av-d pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, (5) part (DIV2) 27 Image 5
248 and oblige us to distinguish our selves by a contrary Practice, as much as possible, from such false and pretended Catholicks and Protestants, who by their Pretences thereto, God knows, have almost brought both Catholick and Protestant Religion into Contempt. and oblige us to distinguish our selves by a contrary Practice, as much as possible, from such false and pretended Catholics and Protestants, who by their Pretences thereto, God knows, have almost brought both Catholic and Protestant Religion into Contempt. cc vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp d c-acp j, p-acp d j cc j-vvn njp2 cc n2, r-crq p-acp po32 n2 av, np1 vvz, vhb av vvn d njp cc n1 n1 p-acp n1. (5) part (DIV2) 27 Image 5
249 And here a kind of Spirit of Opposition, or Contradiction (whereby too many do only measure their Religion) would be very laudable, And Here a kind of Spirit of Opposition, or Contradiction (whereby too many do only measure their Religion) would be very laudable, cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 (c-crq av d vdb av-j vvi po32 n1) vmd vbi av j, (5) part (DIV2) 28 Image 5
250 and the most effectual means, under God, to preserve us from the Machinations, or Malice of either. and the most effectual means, under God, to preserve us from the Machinations, or Malice of either. cc dt av-ds j n2, p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n2, cc n1 pp-f d. (5) part (DIV2) 28 Image 5
251 True Piety, as it is the best Policy, will be the most sure defence against our Adversaries of every Persuasion. True Piety, as it is the best Policy, will be the most sure defence against our Adversaries of every Persuasion. j n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt js n1, vmb vbi dt av-ds j n1 p-acp po12 n2 pp-f d n1. (5) part (DIV2) 28 Image 5
252 Let us be sure to be in truth and reality what they Profess, and would be thought to be, sticking closely, Let us be sure to be in truth and reality what they Profess, and would be Thought to be, sticking closely, vvb pno12 vbi j pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, cc vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi, vvg av-j, (5) part (DIV2) 28 Image 5
253 nay, giving up our selves intirely to God and Goodness in a sincere, spiritual, and devout use of those means of Salvation, which are undoubtedly of Christs own Institution; nay, giving up our selves entirely to God and goodness in a sincere, spiritual, and devout use of those means of Salvation, which Are undoubtedly of Christ own Institution; uh-x, vvg a-acp po12 n2 av-j p-acp np1 cc n1 p-acp dt j, j, cc j n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr av-j pp-f npg1 d n1; (5) part (DIV2) 28 Image 5
254 not fondly pretending to be Honourers of God's Word, and yet down-right Contemners of his Worship (whereof this Sacrament, to which we are approaching, is the most excellent part) nor Friends to his Sanctuary, not fondly pretending to be Honourers of God's Word, and yet downright Contemners of his Worship (whereof this Sacrament, to which we Are approaching, is the most excellent part) nor Friends to his Sanctuary, xx av-j vvg pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cc av j n1 pp-f po31 n1 (c-crq d n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvg, vbz dt av-ds j n1) ccx n2 p-acp po31 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 28 Image 5
255 when we are none to his Sacraments, nor to be zealous Assertors of the Religion of our Church, when we Are none to his Sacraments, nor to be zealous Assertors of the Religion of our Church, c-crq pns12 vbr pix p-acp po31 n2, ccx pc-acp vbi j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 28 Image 5
256 and yet live contrary to the Established Rule of God's Worship, i. e. our Common-Prayer-Book, wherein every Member of our Church, (though they are not engaged thereto by so Sacred a Tye, and yet live contrary to the Established Rule of God's Worship, i. e. our Common prayer book, wherein every Member of our Church, (though they Are not engaged thereto by so Sacred a Tie, cc av vvb j-jn p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f npg1 n1, sy. sy. po12 n1, c-crq d n1 pp-f po12 n1, (cs pns32 vbr xx vvn av p-acp av j dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 28 Image 5
257 as the giving an Assent and Consent publickly in a Congregation,) hath a part to act (and a great one too) which would require much serious study and consideration (and which, by a few particulars I hope to demonstrate.) as the giving an Assent and Consent publicly in a Congregation,) hath a part to act (and a great one too) which would require much serious study and consideration (and which, by a few particulars I hope to demonstrate.) c-acp dt vvg dt n1 cc vvi av-j p-acp dt n1,) vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi (cc dt j pi av) r-crq vmd vvi d j n1 cc n1 (cc r-crq, p-acp dt d n2-j pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi.) (5) part (DIV2) 28 Image 5
258 First, It is without all doubt, that every Lay-man, of our Communion, is bound to assist at, First, It is without all doubt, that every Layman, of our Communion, is bound to assist At, ord, pn31 vbz p-acp d n1, cst d n1, pp-f po12 n1, vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp, (5) part (DIV2) 29 Image 5
259 as the Minister is to say, Divine Service daily, when God placeth him in such blessed Circumstances (as you are) to enjoy the same, as the Minister is to say, Divine Service daily, when God places him in such blessed circumstances (as you Are) to enjoy the same, c-acp dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi, j-jn n1 av-j, c-crq np1 vvz pno31 p-acp d j-vvn n2 (c-acp pn22 vbr) pc-acp vvi dt d, (5) part (DIV2) 29 Image 5
260 and the necessary and indispensable Affairs of his Life and Calling will permit; and the necessary and indispensable Affairs of his Life and Calling will permit; cc dt j cc j n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc vvg vmb vvi; (5) part (DIV2) 29 Image 5
261 and when they will not (which is a just Impediment) on days of business to send, and when they will not (which is a just Impediment) on days of business to send, cc c-crq pns32 vmb xx (r-crq vbz dt j n1) p-acp n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, (5) part (DIV2) 29 Image 5
262 if possible, some Person of his Family to be a Representative, and keep up its Interest in that continual Sacrifice, appointed by God and the Church to be Offered up, in behalf of the whole Congregation, if possible, Some Person of his Family to be a Representative, and keep up its Interest in that continual Sacrifice, appointed by God and the Church to be Offered up, in behalf of the Whole Congregation, cs j, d n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc vvb a-acp po31 n1 p-acp d j n1, vvn p-acp np1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (5) part (DIV2) 29 Image 5
263 and which extends to the Faithful that are lawfully absent as well as the present. and which extends to the Faithful that Are lawfully absent as well as the present. cc r-crq vvz p-acp dt j cst vbr av-j j c-acp av c-acp dt j. (5) part (DIV2) 29 Image 5
264 Secondly, Without all dispute, it is the Duty of every Person, when he comes to God's House, to labour as much as in him lieth, to secure a whole Service, Secondly, Without all dispute, it is the Duty of every Person, when he comes to God's House, to labour as much as in him lies, to secure a Whole Service, ord, p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d c-acp p-acp pno31 vvz, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, (5) part (DIV2) 30 Image 5
265 and more especially the Beginning and the Conclusion; and more especially the Beginning and the Conclusion; cc av-dc av-j dt n1 cc dt n1; (5) part (DIV2) 30 Image 5
266 I mean the Confession and Absolution, together with the Final Prayers and Benediction, which a multitude of People, through their slothful negligence in repairing to, I mean the Confessi and Absolution, together with the Final Prayers and Benediction, which a multitude of People, through their slothful negligence in repairing to, pns11 vvb dt n1 cc n1, av p-acp dt j n2 cc n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp vvg p-acp, (5) part (DIV2) 30 Image 5
267 and profane haste in departing from, the Temple, seldom enjoy all the Year long, thereby losing the chief ends of their coming; and profane haste in departing from, the Temple, seldom enjoy all the Year long, thereby losing the chief ends of their coming; cc j n1 p-acp vvg p-acp, dt n1, av vvb d dt n1 av-j, av vvg dt j-jn n2 pp-f po32 n-vvg; (5) part (DIV2) 30 Image 5
268 and such People too, oftentimes, (their own Consciences can bear me Witness) who are very loth to be Herded among Non-Conformists. and such People too, oftentimes, (their own Consciences can bear me Witness) who Are very loath to be Herded among nonconformists. cc d n1 av, av, (po32 d n2 vmb vvi pno11 vvb) q-crq vbr av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j. (5) part (DIV2) 30 Image 5
269 Thirdly, It is of unquestionable Obligation, that all Persons, of every Sex, should joyn, not only with Heart, Thirdly, It is of unquestionable Obligation, that all Persons, of every Sex, should join, not only with Heart, ord, pn31 vbz pp-f j n1, cst d n2, pp-f d n1, vmd vvi, xx av-j p-acp n1, (5) part (DIV2) 31 Image 5
270 but Voice, at all the appointed parts of the Service belonging to the People, and study the Order and Rules of the Book, (to which it is a horrid shame and sin for any to be a stranger) so, but Voice, At all the appointed parts of the Service belonging to the People, and study the Order and Rules of the Book, (to which it is a horrid shame and since for any to be a stranger) so, cc-acp n1, p-acp d dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, (p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp d pc-acp vbi dt n1) av, (5) part (DIV2) 31 Image 5
271 as to be by no means ignorant of what is Incumbent on them; as to be by no means ignorant of what is Incumbent on them; c-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp dx n2 j pp-f r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno32; (5) part (DIV2) 31 Image 5
272 making it their Business, or at least their Divertisement, at home in their Houses (especially when God hath blessed them with a Harmonious Voice) to qualifie themselves for the performance of their Duties in Publick. making it their Business, or At least their Divertisement, At home in their Houses (especially when God hath blessed them with a Harmonious Voice) to qualify themselves for the performance of their Duties in Public. vvg pn31 po32 n1, cc p-acp ds po32 n1, p-acp n1-an p-acp po32 n2 (av-j c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp dt j n1) pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp j. (5) part (DIV2) 31 Image 5
273 I mean, chiefly, the Eucharistical parts of the Office, which are the special parts of God's Publick Service, I mean, chiefly, the Eucharistical parts of the Office, which Are the special parts of God's Public Service, pns11 vvb, av-jn, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr dt j n2 pp-f npg1 j n1, (5) part (DIV2) 31 Image 5
274 and which truly make it the Sacrifice of Praise, the best Fruit of our Lips, and which truly make it the Sacrifice of Praise, the best Fruit of our Lips, cc r-crq av-j vvb pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1, dt js n1 pp-f po12 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 31 Image 5
275 and part of our Christian Sacrifice, which we are to offer up to God continually all the days of our Lives, by and through Christ our High Priest, and part of our Christian Sacrifice, which we Are to offer up to God continually all the days of our Lives, by and through christ our High Priest, cc n1 pp-f po12 np1 n1, r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp np1 av-j d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp cc p-acp np1 po12 j n1, (5) part (DIV2) 31 Image 5
276 now entred into the Heavens, giving Thanks unto his Name. now entered into the Heavens, giving Thanks unto his Name. av vvn p-acp dt n2, vvg n2 p-acp po31 n1. (5) part (DIV2) 31 Image 5
277 Fourthly, It is every Persons Duty, that hath no Infirmity of body, to observe punctually all those Decent and Reverend Postures and Gestures, which are Commanded by Authority, Fourthly, It is every Persons Duty, that hath no Infirmity of body, to observe punctually all those Decent and Reverend Postures and Gestures, which Are Commanded by authority, ord, pn31 vbz d ng1 n1, cst vhz dx n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi av-j d d j cc n-jn n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Image 5
278 and so strictly required at all Times, and in all Places, (even where External Reverence and high Solemnity are more dispensable than in the Quire of a Cathedral) that whosoever shall dare to neglect them in this solemn Place, I dare pronounce him a man of more than ordinary Assurance and Profaneness. and so strictly required At all Times, and in all Places, (even where External reverence and high Solemnity Are more dispensable than in the Choir of a Cathedral) that whosoever shall Dare to neglect them in this solemn Place, I Dare pronounce him a man of more than ordinary Assurance and Profaneness. cc av av-j vvn p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n2, (av c-crq j n1 cc j n1 vbr av-dc j cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) cst r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d j n1, pns11 vvb vvb pno31 dt n1 pp-f dc cs j n1 cc n1. (5) part (DIV2) 32 Image 5
279 And this Affront done to God, and his Worship, is most unpardonable in those, that have no Pleas against our Liturgy, from an Erroneous or Scrupulous Conscience. And this Affront done to God, and his Worship, is most unpardonable in those, that have no Pleasant against our Liturgy, from an Erroneous or Scrupulous Conscience. cc d vvb vdn p-acp np1, cc po31 n1, vbz av-ds j p-acp d, cst vhb dx n2 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt j cc j n1. (5) part (DIV2) 32 Image 5
280 Fifthly, To pay the Honour due to God's House and Service, by resorting to it for all those Church Offices that are commanded to be performed publickly in the Congregation, Fifthly, To pay the Honour due to God's House and Service, by resorting to it for all those Church Offices that Are commanded to be performed publicly in the Congregation, ord, pc-acp vvi dt n1 j-jn p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg p-acp pn31 p-acp d d n1 n2 cst vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 33 Image 5
281 and never moving, nor pressing the Priest to bring that into the Church, which by the very Nature of the the Thing, and never moving, nor pressing the Priest to bring that into the Church, which by the very Nature of the the Thing, cc av-x vvg, ccx vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst p-acp dt n1, r-crq p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 33 Image 5
282 as well as Order of the Book, is absolutely confined to the Chamber. as well as Order of the Book, is absolutely confined to the Chamber. c-acp av c-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 33 Image 5
283 Sixthly, To observe all those Holy Days, Times, and Seasons, which are, by Lawful Authority, set apart and Dedicated to God's Service and Worship in such devout manner as the Church requires, Sixthly, To observe all those Holy Days, Times, and Seasons, which Are, by Lawful authority, Set apart and Dedicated to God's Service and Worship in such devout manner as the Church requires, j, pc-acp vvi d d j n2, n2, cc n2, r-crq vbr, p-acp j n1, vvd av cc vvn p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, (5) part (DIV2) 34 Image 5
284 and good Conscience obligeth, all pious Christians; and good Conscience obliges, all pious Christians; cc j n1 vvz, d j np1; (5) part (DIV2) 34 Image 5
285 making it often Matter of serious Thought and Consideration, so as to mannage and order the Business and Affairs of our Lives and Callings that they may not Interfere, making it often Matter of serious Thought and Consideration, so as to manage and order the Business and Affairs of our Lives and Callings that they may not Interfere, vvg pn31 av n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 cc n2 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2 cst pns32 vmb xx vvi, (5) part (DIV2) 34 Image 5
286 and Clash with our more Imediate Duty, and Homage to God, which is of greater and higher Obligation; and Clash with our more Immediate Duty, and Homage to God, which is of greater and higher Obligation; cc vvi p-acp po12 av-dc j n1, cc n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz pp-f jc cc jc n1; (5) part (DIV2) 34 Image 5
287 and through want of Religious Foresight, to multiply necessities of our own making, and then to plead them as a sufficient Exemption from doing our Duty to God; and through want of Religious Foresight, to multiply necessities of our own making, and then to plead them as a sufficient Exemption from doing our Duty to God; cc p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f po12 d vvg, cc av pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vdg po12 n1 p-acp np1; (5) part (DIV2) 34 Image 5
288 and think them sufficient Motives to tempt us to rob God both of his Time and Service; and think them sufficient Motives to tempt us to rob God both of his Time and Service; cc vvb pno32 j n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi np1 av-d pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; (5) part (DIV2) 34 Image 5
289 I mean our Holy Festivals, and proper Offices on them, which is a certain piece of Sacriledge and of an higher nature than what we sometimes term so, not unworthy the consideration of those who pass for, I mean our Holy Festivals, and proper Offices on them, which is a certain piece of Sacrilege and of an higher nature than what we sometime term so, not unworthy the consideration of those who pass for, pns11 vvb po12 j n2, cc j n2 p-acp pno32, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f dt jc n1 cs q-crq pns12 av vvb av, xx j dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb p-acp, (5) part (DIV2) 34 Image 5
290 and pretend to be great friends to both, but give small Evidence thereof by their due respect to either. and pretend to be great Friends to both, but give small Evidence thereof by their due respect to either. cc vvb pc-acp vbi j n2 p-acp d, cc-acp vvb j n1 av p-acp po32 j-jn n1 p-acp d. (5) part (DIV2) 34 Image 5
291 Seventhly, Remembring that Religion, and our Church, enjoyns Fasting as well as Feasting, and allows Days and Seasons for the Exercise of Repentance as well as Spiritual Joy, it concerns us rightly to imploy and improve them for the Necessities of our own Souls, Seventhly, Remembering that Religion, and our Church, enjoins Fasting as well as Feasting, and allows Days and Seasons for the Exercise of Repentance as well as Spiritual Joy, it concerns us rightly to employ and improve them for the Necessities of our own Souls, crd, vvg d n1, cc po12 n1, vvz vvg a-acp av c-acp vvg, cc vvz n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av c-acp j n1, pn31 vvz pno12 av-jn p-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 d n2, (5) part (DIV2) 35 Image 5
292 as well as the Example of others, sacrificing sometimes our own Reputations, to revive such wise and Godly Institutions (if we cannot do it at a cheaper Rate) since the contempt of them, (especially among pretended Friends, those that should have supported the Honour of them) hath proved sadly to the decay of true Piety and Devotion; as well as the Exampl of Others, sacrificing sometime our own Reputations, to revive such wise and Godly Institutions (if we cannot do it At a cheaper Rate) since the contempt of them, (especially among pretended Friends, those that should have supported the Honour of them) hath proved sadly to the decay of true Piety and Devotion; c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, vvg av po12 d n2, pc-acp vvi d j cc j n2 (cs pns12 vmbx vdi pn31 p-acp dt jc vvb) c-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, (av-j p-acp j-vvn n2, d cst vmd vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f pno32) vhz vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1; (5) part (DIV2) 35 Image 5
293 for the restoring whereof there are no more probable means, I am apt to believe, than the Restauration of the Primitive use of them. for the restoring whereof there Are no more probable means, I am apt to believe, than the Restauration of the Primitive use of them. p-acp dt vvg c-crq pc-acp vbr dx av-dc j n2, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi, cs dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f pno32. (5) part (DIV2) 35 Image 5
294 Lastly, (And which comes nearest to the Point that I have chiesly pressed in my Application) duly to frequent the holy Sacrament, that Celestial Feast and Banquet, at the Table of the Lord, where it is most Just and Congruous, (here in this Church) that there should be higher Festivity than elsewhere, Lastly, (And which comes nearest to the Point that I have chiefly pressed in my Application) duly to frequent the holy Sacrament, that Celestial Feast and Banquet, At the Table of the Lord, where it is most Just and Congruous, (Here in this Church) that there should be higher Festivity than elsewhere, ord, (cc r-crq vvz js p-acp dt n1 cst pns11 vhb av-jn vvn p-acp po11 n1) av-jn pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cst j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pn31 vbz av-ds j cc j, (av p-acp d n1) d a-acp vmd vbi jc n1 cs av, (5) part (DIV2) 36 Image 5
295 since our Local Statutes oblige us to extraordinary Feasting at our own. since our Local Statutes oblige us to extraordinary Feasting At our own. c-acp po12 j n2 vvi pno12 p-acp j vvg p-acp po12 d. (5) part (DIV2) 36 Image 5
296 And those who regard not the frequent spiritual Calls they have from God's Church and Ministers to the one, more than the Lay-Invitations they have to the other, discover less Conscience than Civility. And those who regard not the frequent spiritual Calls they have from God's Church and Ministers to the one, more than the Lay-Invitations they have to the other, discover less Conscience than Civility. cc d r-crq vvb xx dt j j n2 pns32 vhb p-acp npg1 n1 cc n2 p-acp dt pi, av-dc cs dt n2 pns32 vhb p-acp dt n-jn, vvb dc n1 cs n1. (5) part (DIV2) 36 Image 5
297 It is, I humbly conceive, without all Objection, that there is scarce a Church in England, that may more justly expect, It is, I humbly conceive, without all Objection, that there is scarce a Church in England, that may more justly expect, pn31 vbz, pns11 av-j vvb, p-acp d n1, cst pc-acp vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp np1, cst vmb av-dc av-j vvi, (5) part (DIV2) 37 Image 5
298 than the Church of Durham, a Communion Table well furnished with Guests and devout People, crouding up to the Horns of the Altar, in as great Numbers on our constant ordinary Communion Days (which are too often Thin even to scandal) as we usually have on our high and greatest Festivals; than the Church of Durham, a Communion Table well furnished with Guests and devout People, crowding up to the Horns of the Altar, in as great Numbers on our constant ordinary Communion Days (which Are too often Thin even to scandal) as we usually have on our high and greatest Festivals; cs dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 n1 av vvn p-acp n2 cc j n1, vvg a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp c-acp j n2 p-acp po12 j j n1 n2 (r-crq vbr av av j av p-acp n1) c-acp pns12 av-j vhb p-acp po12 j cc js n2; (5) part (DIV2) 37 Image 5
299 which very badly deserve the Name, when they have not the Celebration of the Eucharist on them; which very badly deserve the Name, when they have not the Celebration of the Eucharist on them; r-crq av av-j vvi dt n1, c-crq pns32 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32; (5) part (DIV2) 37 Image 5
300 and are, in some sort, turned into Fasting days, when there is great Feasting at our own Tables, and none at the Lord's. and Are, in Some sort, turned into Fasting days, when there is great Feasting At our own Tables, and none At the Lord's. cc vbr, p-acp d n1, vvn p-acp vvg n2, c-crq pc-acp vbz j vvg p-acp po12 d n2, cc pix p-acp dt n2. (5) part (DIV2) 37 Image 5
301 A Meditation I am sure no ways improper for this Place and Country, which is so great a Pretender to, A Meditation I am sure no ways improper for this Place and Country, which is so great a Pretender to, dt n1 pns11 vbm j dx n2 j p-acp d n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz av j dt n1 p-acp, (5) part (DIV2) 37 Image 5
302 and which doth so much surpass other parts of the Nation in Hospitality. and which does so much surpass other parts of the nation in Hospitality. cc r-crq vdz av av-d vvi j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1. (5) part (DIV2) 37 Image 5
303 And here having presented you with a brief Scheme of that Conformity, which the Church expects from all her Children, give me leave to add that a bare outward Respect and Regularity cannot denominate us true Conformists. And Here having presented you with a brief Scheme of that Conformity, which the Church expects from all her Children, give me leave to add that a bore outward Respect and Regularity cannot denominate us true Conformists. cc av vhg vvn pn22 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d po31 n2, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi cst dt j j n1 cc n1 vmbx vvi pno12 j np1. (5) part (DIV2) 38 Image 5
304 He that is not a sincere Christian, is not a right Conformist, and however he may chance to Evade the Penalties of the Law, He that is not a sincere Christian, is not a right Conformist, and however he may chance to Evade the Penalties of the Law, pns31 cst vbz xx dt j njp, vbz xx dt j-jn n1, cc c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 38 Image 5
305 yet can no ways approve himself to God. yet can no ways approve himself to God. av vmb dx n2 vvi px31 p-acp np1. (5) part (DIV2) 38 Image 5
306 The wholsom Rules and Orders of our Church are wisely contrived, for the Promotion of Godliness and Piety in the Souls of men; The wholesome Rules and Order of our Church Are wisely contrived, for the Promotion of Godliness and Piety in the Souls of men; dt j n2 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbr av-j vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (5) part (DIV2) 38 Image 5
307 And he that doth Conscientiously use and obey them, will quickly find the truth of what I say by experience. And he that does Conscientiously use and obey them, will quickly find the truth of what I say by experience. cc pns31 cst vdz av-j vvi cc vvi pno32, vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp n1. (5) part (DIV2) 38 Image 5
308 Every Christian that doth faithfully and devoutly labour to put his Soul into a right Frame to recite his part of the Publick Prayers, in a spiritual manner, Every Christian that does faithfully and devoutly labour to put his Soul into a right Frame to recite his part of the Public Prayers, in a spiritual manner, np1 njp cst vdz av-j cc av-j vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pp-f dt j n2, p-acp dt j n1, (5) part (DIV2) 38 Image 5
309 and with Understanding, shall never fail to profit his own Soul, and please God. and with Understanding, shall never fail to profit his own Soul, and please God. cc p-acp n1, vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, cc vvb np1. (5) part (DIV2) 38 Image 5
310 And whosoever doth heartily strive to do this daily in a better manner (and certainly it is all our Duties so to do, And whosoever does heartily strive to do this daily in a better manner (and Certainly it is all our Duties so to do, cc c-crq vdz av-j vvi pc-acp vdi d av-j p-acp dt jc n1 (cc av-j pn31 vbz d po12 n2 av pc-acp vdi, (5) part (DIV2) 38 Image 5
311 and we cannot more profitably direct and imploy our Private Devotions than to this end and purpose) shall not fail to improve himself in Virtue and Devotion, and we cannot more profitably Direct and employ our Private Devotions than to this end and purpose) shall not fail to improve himself in Virtue and Devotion, cc pns12 vmbx av-dc av-j vvi cc vvi po12 j n2 cs p-acp d n1 cc n1) vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp n1 cc n1, (5) part (DIV2) 38 Image 5
312 and grow in Grace and Christian knowledge, till, from a very Babe, he become a strong and perfect man in Christ Jesus; and grow in Grace and Christian knowledge, till, from a very Babe, he become a strong and perfect man in christ jesus; cc vvi p-acp n1 cc np1 n1, c-acp, p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvn dt j cc j n1 p-acp np1 np1; (5) part (DIV2) 38 Image 5
313 especially if he keeps pace with the Church in that high respect which she pays to the holy Eucharist, especially if he keeps pace with the Church in that high respect which she pays to the holy Eucharist, av-j cs pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, (5) part (DIV2) 38 Image 5
314 and blessed Memorial of Christs Death and Passion: and blessed Memorial of Christ Death and Passion: cc j-vvn n-jn pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1: (5) part (DIV2) 38 Image 5
315 which as it is, and ever hath been, esteemed in the Church of God, the very top of our Christian Services; which as it is, and ever hath been, esteemed in the Church of God, the very top of our Christian Services; r-crq c-acp pn31 vbz, cc av vhz vbn, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n1 pp-f po12 np1 n2; (5) part (DIV2) 38 Image 5
316 so it is, rightly used, Equivalent to them all, and will prove to all humble, wellmeaning Souls, that approach thereunto with a Habit of sincere Devotion (though by unavoidable Incumbrances and Impediments deprived of much time to be spent in Actual Preparation) more Efficacious than all other Performances. so it is, rightly used, Equivalent to them all, and will prove to all humble, wellmeaning Souls, that approach thereunto with a Habit of sincere Devotion (though by unavoidable Encumbrances and Impediments deprived of much time to be spent in Actual Preparation) more Efficacious than all other Performances. av pn31 vbz, av-jn vvn, j p-acp pno32 d, cc vmb vvi p-acp d j, j n2, cst vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 (cs p-acp j n2 cc n2 vvn pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n1) av-dc j cs d j-jn n2. (5) part (DIV2) 38 Image 5
317 How great stress the Church lays on the constant use of a Liturgy, and the offering up to God Forms of Prayers and Praise, stamp'd with Authority, every Morning and Evening in Publick, is sufficiently evident from her own Injunctions; How great stress the Church lays on the constant use of a Liturgy, and the offering up to God Forms of Prayers and Praise, stamped with authority, every Morning and Evening in Public, is sufficiently evident from her own Injunctions; c-crq j n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt vvg a-acp p-acp np1 n2 pp-f n2 cc n1, vvd p-acp n1, d n1 cc n1 p-acp j, vbz av-j j p-acp po31 d n2; (5) part (DIV2) 39 Image 5
318 and how much greater stress she lays upon the offering up unto God, a Sacrifice of Praise and Thanksgiving, in the Sacrament of his Body and Bloud at the Altar (which ought to be esteemed by us equal to a whole weeks other Services) appears by her great Zeal for the Communion, in the Reformation, and how much greater stress she lays upon the offering up unto God, a Sacrifice of Praise and Thanksgiving, in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood At the Altar (which ought to be esteemed by us equal to a Whole weeks other Services) appears by her great Zeal for the Communion, in the Reformation, cc c-crq d jc n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 (r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12 vvi p-acp dt j-jn ng2 j-jn n2) vvz p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Image 5
319 when she rejected the Superstitions, crept into the Roman Missal, injoyning as great Frequency as any Church in Reformed Christendom. when she rejected the Superstitions, crept into the Roman Missal, enjoining as great Frequency as any Church in Reformed Christendom. c-crq pns31 vvd dt n2, vvn p-acp dt njp n1, vvg p-acp j n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp vvn np1. (5) part (DIV2) 39 Image 5
320 And how great sin, both of our Forefathers, as well as our selves, may be charged on us, for deserting God's Altar; And how great since, both of our Forefathers, as well as our selves, may be charged on us, for deserting God's Altar; cc c-crq j n1, d pp-f po12 n2, c-acp av c-acp po12 n2, vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12, c-acp vvg npg1 n1; (5) part (DIV2) 40 Image 5
321 and how great Vengeance may hang over our Heads, and the Heads of our Posterity, for such Profane and Contemptuous trifling with God, and our Souls, (as hath been, and how great Vengeance may hang over our Heads, and the Heads of our Posterity, for such Profane and Contemptuous trifling with God, and our Souls, (as hath been, cc c-crq j n1 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp d j cc j n-vvg p-acp np1, cc po12 n2, (c-acp vhz vbn, (5) part (DIV2) 40 Image 5
322 and is customary in most Assemblies of our Nation, and in none, I fear, more than in these, relating to this City, on this Account,) I leave to God, and is customary in most Assemblies of our nation, and in none, I Fear, more than in these, relating to this city, on this Account,) I leave to God, cc vbz j p-acp ds n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc p-acp pix, pns11 vvb, av-dc cs p-acp d, vvg p-acp d n1, p-acp d vvb,) pns11 vvb p-acp np1, (5) part (DIV2) 40 Image 5
323 and your own Consciences to judge; and your own Consciences to judge; cc po22 d n2 pc-acp vvi; (5) part (DIV2) 40 Image 5
324 Beseeching him that by a seasonable shunning of the Sin, you may effectually avoid the Punishment. Beseeching him that by a seasonable shunning of the since, you may effectually avoid the Punishment. vvg pno31 cst p-acp dt j vvg pp-f dt n1, pn22 vmb av-j vvi dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 40 Image 5
325 Now to God the Father, &c. Soli Deo Gloria. Now to God the Father, etc. Soli God Gloria. av p-acp np1 dt n1, av fw-la fw-la fw-la. (5) part (DIV2) 40 Image 5

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227 0 Vide Liturgies of Edward VI. Vide Liturgies of Edward VI. fw-la n2 pp-f np1 crd.
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